8101 Highway 100 Nashville, TN 37221 615-646-9622 AOA Hotline: 615-743-6222 Website: www.fiftyforward.org www.facebook.com/ FiftyForwardJLTurner Center
Center Hours: 9:00 AM—3:30 PM Office/Staff Hours: 8:00 AM—4:30 PM
CENTER DIRECTOR Susan Dillingham, sdillingham@fiftyforward.org Ex. 72250
PROGRAM DIRECTOR Candace W. Jones, cjones@fiftyforward.org Ex. 72252
MEMBER RELATIONS/ VOLUNTEER MANAGER Jamie McCone, jmccone@fiftyforward.org Ex. 72255
ON THE ROAD WITH JOAN COORDINATOR Joan Sincerbox, joansincerbox@comcast. net 615-646-0059
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center Established in 1956, FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+
July Newsletter
2016
FiftyForward Turner Center Set to Experience Major Changes... Both Center Director Susan Dillingham and Program Director Candace Jones will be leaving FiftyForward and the J. L. Turner Center in early July. Candace is leaving to pursue a position as the Clare Bridge (Memory Care) Manager at Brookdale Green Hills where she will get to do therapeutic art programs, among other duties. Candace’s last day will be Friday, July 8th. Susan is leaving to found and lead a non-profit working to prevent, reduce and mitigate the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This new work will allow her to work with, and on behalf of, people of every age and walk of life. Susan’s last day will be Tuesday, July 12th. A going-away party will be held on Friday, July 8th at 1:00 PM in the Community Room of the Turner Center for Candace and Susan. Please make every effort to stop by that party and tell these ladies good-bye and give them your well wishes! THANK YOU CANDACE for the awesome job that you have done at the Turner Center over the course of the last three years, first as the Program Coordinator and Transportation Program Director, and then as the Turner Center Program Director. Your talents are too numerous to mention. Your professionalism, attention to detail, kindness, compassion, wisdom, work ethic, and artistic ability are unsurpassed. You will be greatly missed. THANK YOU SUSAN for bringing your laughter and big-picture thinking to the Turner Center. You have a wonderful way of recognizing talents and making those around you feel unique, special and loved. You are unafraid of challenges and have faced many head on in your role here, and you have helped foster partnerships here at the center that will continue on. Susan, you will be missed. The Turner Center will continue to operate as usual under the capable leadership of our Member Relations/Volunteer Coordinator Jamie McCone. Please support Jamie as she ventures into this transitional time. We are in the process of taking and screening applications for the positions of Center Director and Program Director at this time and hope to have someone hired and in place very soon.
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Educational and Lifelong Learning Events Sit & Knit: Fridays from 9:00 AM—11:30 AM. Knitting group for all experience levels. Contact Mary Lou at mlpierce@bellsouth.net Art Open Studio: Fridays, July 1, 8, 15 & 22 at 1:00 PM. Bring your projects to the center to work on them in peace and quiet! Easels and tables available. Photography Group & What the Tech? - Better Cell Phone Pictures/Selfies: Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 AM. Learn how to take stunning photographs and better photos on your cell phone! New members welcome! Recipe Swap: Thursday, July 7 at 11:30 AM. Share your favorite recipes and learn new ones! Creating Memoirs Group: 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 1:00 PM. New members welcome! Join Bob Allen as he instructs participants on how to write their personal memoirs. Coupon Swap: Wednesday, July 13 at 9:30 AM. Learn tricks of the coupon trade and swap coupons with friends. You never know how much money you can save with coupons! Brain Brawlers: Tuesdays in July at 12:00 PM. Train your brain with trivia! Share Your Travel Stories: Wednesday, July 20 at 9:30 AM. Bring photos and share interesting stories about your travels, whether your trips were local or international! Learn travel tips from others. The Art of Beekeeping and Benefits of Local Honey: Thursday, July 21 at 12:30 PM. Learn about the art of beekeeping from local beekeeper Don Forte. Don will also have his local honey available for purchase! Zentangle: Thursday, July 21 at 1:00 PM. Certified Zentangle instructor Lynn Noga will be here to teach you about this meditative art form. Find your zen with paper and pen! Class cost $35— includes supplies! Crock Pot Appetizers: Monday, July 25 at 11:00 AM. Join Jamie as she shows you how to make simple, delicious appetizers using your slow cooker! Property Tax 101: Tuesday, July 26 at 9:30 AM. Representatives from the Metro Nashville Trustee Office will be here at the center to talk to you about the option of freezing your property taxes. Reverse Mortgage 101: Wednesday, July 27 at 10:00 AM. Learn about reverse mortgages. What the Tech? Wired Senior: Thursday, July 28 at 10:00 AM. Join member John MaGuirk as he shows you how to become tech savvy. Class cost $5. Mad About Mason Jars: Friday, July 29 at 9:30 AM. Learn about the different ways mason jars can come in handy for crafts, gifts and more!
All events are free unless noted otherwise, and a reservation is required for all events listed. For events involving food, you must sign up at least 24 hours in advance.
The FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center is closed on Monday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Please have a safe and happy holiday!
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Day Trips Sri Ganesha Temple Tour: Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 AM. Join us for a tour of the beautiful Sri Ganesha Temple. This fabulous trip is part of our World Religions Series geared toward promoting education and awareness about the various religious faiths represented in Nashville. We will have lunch at Jim n Nick’s after the tour. Van cost $5—lunch is on your own. **YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE YOUR SHOES*** Friday Night Foodies—The Southern: Friday, July 8 at 4:30 PM (notice time change). Located at 150 3rd Avenue South in the heart of downtown Nashville’s burgeoning SoBro district, The Southern Steak & Oyster is a unique and animated eatery that offers an authentically southern adventure with a twist. Van cost $6—dinner on your own. Music for Seniors—The Mike Scott Bluegrass Duo: Friday, July 22 at 9:15 AM. Join us for a trip to Goodlettsville to see this fabulous bluegrass duo! Mike Scott is celebrating 44 Years as a professional entertainer in December 2016. This Band Leader, Singer, Songwriter, Producer and Current TV Host has been performing professionally since the age of 1o! Trip cost $7—lunch on your own at Rafferty’s. Technology Fair at FiftyForward Donelson Station: Friday, July 22 at 9:30 am. Join us for a trip to our sister center for a Technology Fair co-sponsored by the Nashville Public Library. Get assistance with all of your tech devices including smart phones, tablets, laptops and more! Van cost $7. Enjoy lunch at the Palm Tree Café (located inside Donelson Station). Friday Night Foodies—Sinema Nashville: Friday, July 22 at 5:30 PM. Sinema is a sleek restaurant and bar offering an entire dining experience that hinges on impeccable service. Built on heritage, community If you are unable to come to an event and culture, the team provides an atmosphere of relaxed you have signed up for, please let us luxury. The eclectic American menu is unique to Nashville, know as soon as possible. with emphasis on classically inspired dishes with a modern spin. Van cost $6—Dinner on your own. Lunchin’ Around—Riverview Restaurant: Wednesday, July 27 at 10:45 AM. Riverview Restaurant and Marina is known for its catfish. They only use the best, domestic catfish - and cook it to order. They hand cut all of their steaks and make most of their food from scratch in their own kitchen right down to the tartar and cocktail sauces! Van cost $7—lunch on your own.
Health and Wellness Free Blood Pressure Checks: Mondays from 9:00 AM—11:00 AM. Have your blood pressure checked by a retired registered nurse. Qigong: Tuesdays at 10:00 AM. A Chinese method of breathing for relaxation. Reiki Appointments: Tuesdays at 11:00 AM. $15 for 20 min. $22 for 30 min. Healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch to activate the natural healing processes of the patient's body. Life Coaching: Thursdays from 9:00 AM—3:00 PM. Life Coach Sandy Griffin is here to help you navigate challenges in your life. $50 for a 45 minute appointment. STAR PT Lunch & Learn: Thursday, July 14 at 11:30 AM. The gang at STAR PT will be here to teach you about knee pain. Join us—be sure and RSVP at least one day in advance! Abundant Energy Part 2: Tuesday, July 19 at 10:00 AM. Dr. Allison of Wellness Center of Franklin is back show you ways to have more energy! The Point of Acupuncture: Friday, July 22 at 2:00 PM. Learn about acupuncture and all its benefits. Also receive a brief ear acupuncture session at no cost! Reading Nutrition Labels/Lowering Sodium: Monday, July 25 at 1:00 PM. Caroline Pullen from Second Harvest will be here to show you how to read labels and lower your sodium intake.
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Letter from the Center Director—Susan Dillingham Hello Everyone! It is with a heavy heart that I tell you that I will be leaving my position as the Center Director of the Fifty Forward J. L. Turner Center soon. My last day will be Tuesday, July 12th. It has been my pleasure to serve those of you who participate in the classes, activities and events that we plan for you. I wish I had gotten to know each of you better. As I leave, I want to thank the two incredible women that make up my staff… Candace Jones and Jamie McCone. They have made it possible for so much to be accomplished during my time here. I love and will miss them both. I want to ask you all to offer all the support possible to Jamie as she is left to carry on what we all had started together at the Center. I also want to thank the incredible volunteers that actually make this Center run! We could not do what we do here without you! I will miss you all so much! I just have a few words of wisdom to leave you with from the lessons that I learned in my time here. Live life to the fullest every second that you are given to live. Participate in as many things as you possibly can in order to add happiness and meaning to your life. Support the programming that is offered at the Turner Center and encourage others to do so as well. Sign up for as much of the great stuff that is offered as you possibly can! And, if you sign up for something, show up. The staff at the Center counts on your being there and it hurts our partners and vendors if they expect you and you don’t come. Again, it has been a pleasure to serve you and I wish you much health, happiness and well-being in the future! -Susan
Letter from the Program Director—Candace W. Jones Hello All, It is with some sadness that I announce that I am resigning my position as Program Director here at the Turner Center. I have thoroughly enjoyed building relationships with all of you, and I’ve enjoyed helping to bring programming here that I hope has enriched your lives in some way, shape or form. As I hope you all know by now, my heart is with older adults, and I will be taking my skills in social work and program planning to a local assisted living facility where I will be managing a Memory Care Community. I will have an opportunity to plan programming for residents living with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, and I will be able to use my creativity in providing therapeutic art programs for them. It is a wonderful opportunity for me to grow and move forward in my career. I will miss all of you, and will treasure the memories we have made having fun together! Join us for a farewell party to celebrate new beginnings on Friday, July 8 at 1:00 PM! -Candace
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Letter from the Member Relations/Volunteer Manager—Jamie McCone Hello Summer! I cannot believe we are already in July, this year has flown by and I have enjoyed every minute with you all. I want to highlight our Volunteer Drivers who do so much for us: Stan Whitlow, Chauncey Yano, Jim Horde, David Pilcher, Frank McKeon, Ron Prater and Greg Shannon. We would not be able to go on all of our wonderful trips without them! If you would be interested in becoming a Volunteer Driver please come see me. All I need is for you to come in to fill out a little bit of paperwork and provide a copy of your driver’s license. There are major perks to becoming a Volunteer Driver: you get to go on the trips for FREE and any lunch/dinner is on us! How can you beat that?! Join us for our Volunteer Driver meeting on Tuesday, July 12 at 1:00 PM to learn more and meet other drivers! I am also going to start putting out sign-up sheets for our many areas of volunteer opportunities. They will each contain a description of the volunteer opportunity, but if you have any questions please come see me and I will answer all that I can. I hope July treats you well! -Jamie
New Member and Volunteer News Advisory Council Meeting: Wednesday, July 6 at 9:00 AM Volunteer Recruitment and New Member Welcome Meeting: 2nd & 4th Thursday of every month at 10:00 AM. If you are a new member and/or interested in volunteering with us, join us for a fun get together twice a month! Volunteer Driver Meeting: Tuesday, July 12 at 1:00 PM. All Volunteer Drivers urged to attend!
The My Senior Center kiosk has gotten a face lift! As always, we stress that you sign in at the kiosk any time you participate in a FiftyForward activity!
ON THE ROAD WITH JOAN—MOTORCOACH Mayfield Dairy Farms Tour: Thursday, July 21 at 7:15 AM. Trip cost $37—lunch is on your own at Michael’s Casual Dining. Cordell Hull State Park: Thursday, August 18 at 7:15 AM. Trip cost $33—lunch is on your own. Paris Landing Arts & Crafts Festival: Saturday, September 10 at 8:45 AM. Trip cost $33— lunch is on your own. You may make reservations with Joan Sincerbox at joan.sincerbox@comcast.net or 615-6460059, however you must submit payment in one of the following ways: In person at the Turner Center by check or cash, by mailing a check to the Turner Center (address on front page), or by credit/debit card at FiftyForward Donelson Station (108 Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN 37214). $10 extra for non-members.
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Social and Recreational Events Intermediate/Advanced Line Dancing: Fridays at 10:30 AM. Contact Louise at lgoodman00@comcast.net. Rhythm Band: 1st & 3rd Friday at 11:30 AM. Join Risё Tucker as she teaches participants how to play various rhythm instruments. New members welcome! Contact Risё Tucker at larimi@comcast.net Colorfy Your Mind: Thursdays at 1:30 PM. Coloring books are all the rage—join friends and color to your heart’s content. Special Event on Thursday, July 14—Synergy Home Care will be here to sponsor Colorfy Your Mind! They will provide the coloring pages and supplies. Performing Arts Group: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 10:30 AM. Fancy yourself an actor? Do you enjoy drama (the theatrical kind)? Join our group and stretch your dramatic muscles! 5th of July Potluck Party: Tuesday, July 5 at 11:30 AM. Join us for grilled hotdogs and hamburgers! Farewell Party: Friday, July 8 at 1:00 PM. Join us to say goodbye to Candace and Susan. Birthday Cake and Board Games: Monday, July 11 at 11:30 AM. Join us for cake and fun games! Wacky Wednesday—Cranium: Wednesday, July 13 at 11:00 AM. Play this fun game! Breakfast Club at Vittles in Brentwood: Thursday, July 14 at 8:30 AM. Meet there. Pool Party (Billiards): Friday, July 15 at 1:30 PM. Learn to play billiards, or come and join the fun if you already know how. Our friends from FF Madison Station will be here to help! Ice Cream Social: Monday, July 18 at 11:00 am. Join our friends from Morningside of Belmont for ice cream! Flute & Bass Concert: Tuesday, July 19 at 1:00 PM. Join us as we welcome two performers from the Nashville Symphony, Ann Richards on flute and Glenn Wanner on bass. Puppy Visit: Wednesday, July 20 at 11:30 AM. Enjoy some puppy therapy with a puppy from the Nashville Humane Association. Supper Club at Finezza: Monday, July 25 at 5:00 PM (notice time change). Meet there. Book Club: Thursday, July 28 at 1:00 PM. This month’s book is A God in Ruins by Kate Atkinson. Friday Flicks—In the Heart of the Sea: Friday, July 29 at 1:00 PM. Join us as we watch this wonderful film! Popcorn and drinks provided.
Farewell Party for Candace & Susan
Join us on Friday, July 8 at 1:00 pm to say goodbye! There will be food and fun for all!
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Learn the Following:
Why take a driver safety course? Because driving has changed since you first got your license, and doing so could save you money.
August 17 & 18 9:00 am—1:00 pm at the Turner Center $15 for AARP members/$20 for non-AARP members
Weekly Ongoing
How to minimize the effects of dangerous blind spots
How to maintain the proper following distance behind another car
The safest ways to change lanes and make turns at busy intersections
Proper use of safety belts, air bags, antilock brakes and new technology found in cars today
Ways to monitor your own and others' driving skills and capabilities
The effects of medications on driving
The importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking and using a cellphone
Games
Special Events Rummy: Thursday, July 7 at 1:00 PM
Bridge: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 11:45 AM—3:00 PM Fun Friday—Jeopardy!: Mah Jongg: Tuesdays from 9:00 AM—12:00 PM Friday, July 15 at 11:45 AM. Canasta: Tuesdays from 9:30 AM—3:00 PM Lunch sponsored by: Rummikub: Tuesdays at 1:00 PM Scrabble: Wednesdays at 1:00 PM Ping Pong: Wednesdays at 1:00 PM Evening Bridge: Thursdays at 6:15 PM Bingo: Tuesday, July 26 at 1:00 PM Billiards: Fridays at 1:00 PM Bunco Bonanza: Thursday, July 28 at 12:00 PM
New at the Turner Center—Connection Café: Bring your lunch, read a magazine, watch TV, read a book, work on crossword puzzles, converse with friends. Connection Café takes place every day in any room where there is not already a scheduled activity.
Community Events Weight Watchers Meeting: Mondays from 12:00 PM—2:00 PM. Meetings held every week. Joining fee waived for members! Glory Bible Study: Mondays at 2:00 PM. This is a member-facilitated non-denominational Bible study group. New members welcome! Bellevue History and Genealogy Group: Fridays at 9:00 AM in the Zelle/West classroom. Listen to informative and dynamic speakers discuss interesting historical topics! DOES NOT MEET IN JULY Bellevue Caregivers Group: Tuesday, July 12 at 1:00 PM. Join Bellevue community member Marshall Snyder as he welcomes speakers every other month to address topics in caregiving. All are welcome!
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Community Events
World Religions Tour The FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center has embarked on a tour of world religions. This month we will be touring the Sri Ganesha Temple on Old Hickory Blvd. This beautiful, local landmark was built to provide a place for cultural, educational, and spiritual activities related to Hinduism, to promote inter religious, social, and cultural understanding, and to support humanitarian causes. Sri Ganesha Temple was officially opened on April 14, 1985 with Sri MuthuKrishna Gurukkal as the first priest. As the number of devotees gradually increased, the need for a bigger temple was planned. Sri Ganesha temple was designed by Sri Muthiah Sthapathi, and resembles the temple architecture of Chola dynasty (900AD -1150AD). The ground breaking ceremony of the main temple complex, or phase 2, took place in November 1989, and the basic construction was completed in September 1990. It was a blessing to find a rock large enough to build all 3 sanctums, and provide stability for many generations to come. Ten shilpis from India worked for over 2 years to complete Indianization of the temple with delicate ornamental work. The Vimana, or tower on top of Ganesha sanctum, is 48 feet tall and has 5 tiers. Other Vimanas are 24 feet tall. Sri Ganesha Temple also has 16 forms of Ganesha placed on the outer wall of the Ganesha sanctum. Moorthi Sthaapana and Kumbhabhishekam were conducted as per agama Shastra on a grand scale on September 2, 1991. Sri Swami Dayananda Saraswati was the chief guest, along with many other dignitaries.
Join us on Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 AM to tour the temple. We will eat lunch at Jim n Nick’s after the tour. ***BRING SOCKS. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE YOUR SHOES***
Join us for a potluck party on July 5th! We will be grilling hamburgers and hotdogs—you bring the sides and dessert! Fun starts at 11:30 AM!
Janice Judd with FiftyForward Travel is ready and waiting to help you book your next adventure. See the list below for upcoming trips in 2016! 2016 July 9-17—Maine August 14-21—Mackinac Island (wait list only) September 8-14—New York (wait list only) September 22-October 5—Boston October 11-19—Greece November 8-10—Mystery Tour #2 December 30-January 2—Rose Bowl New Year’s
For more info call or email Janice at (615) 231-1235 or jjudd@fiftyforward.org.
TECHNOLOGY FAIR Nashville Public Library will host a Technology Fair at the FiftyForward Donelson Station Center on Wednesday, July 22 from 10:00 – 2:00 PM. Fifty Forward members from all locations are invited to attend. Staff from Nashville Public Library will be on site to demonstrate technology products that are available for patrons to check out, teach an IPAD class, answer questions about social media and much, much more. Beginners and experienced users will be able to learn about digital products, classes offered at the Library and online services that interest them the most. Come see the devices that everyone is talking about. Door prizes will be given away!
Chattanooga Trip ** August 11, 2016 Join us as we cruise down the scenic Tennessee River in the climate controlled Southern Belle, with live music and a fabulous lunch included! True southern hospitality prevails in the Old Riverboat Tradition. Then, enjoy a remarkable journey from the mountains to the sea as you explore above and below the surface of the Tennessee Aquarium’s two buildings.
Trip Cost: Members— $110 Non-members: $115
To sign up or for more information, contact Regena Hooker,YMCA AOA Coordinator, at 615-646-9622 or rhooker@ymcamidtn.org
Includes transportation, Southern Belle lunch cruise and ticket to Aquarium. **Please arrive by 7:15 am, the bus will leave promptly at 7:30 am.
Physical Fitness (In partnership with the Bellevue Family YMCA) Circuit Blast Gold: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7:30 AM Dance Blast Gold: Thursdays at 7:30 AM Silver Sneakers Yoga: Tuesday & Thursday at 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM
H2O Circuit Gold: Monday & Wednesday at 9:00 AM Aquatic Arthritis: Fridays at 9:00 AM Silver Sneakers Classic: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Tuesday & Thursday at 10:30 AM Silver Sneakers Circuit: Tuesday & Thursday at 9:30 AM Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 11:30 AM Silver Sneakers Cardio: Tuesday & Thursday at 11:30 AM Tai Chi: Tuesday & Thursday at 11:30 AM Pickleball: Mondays at 10:30 AM & Fridays at 11:15 AM
Pickleball Practice: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 PM—3:30 PM