J . L . Tu r n e r C e n t e r June Newsletter FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being, and lifelong learning.
FiftyForward’s award-winning garden(er) Congratulations go to Jim Horde, the Outback Project gardener and the Bellevue Family YMCA’s Volunteer of the Year. Jim has spent 2 seasons and countless hours of volunteer time creating the beautiful garden you enjoy on the hill outside the Community Room and the Activity Room. During a ceremony on Tuesday, May 12, Jim was presented with a wonderful award recognizing his tireless work at beautifying our little area of the world. Thanks to the YMCA of Middle Tennessee for recognizing his hard work and dedication. If you are interested in volunteering with the Outback Project, you can donate time, tools, seeds, or funds to
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FiftyForward and designate it to The Outback Project. When asked about his future plans for the space, Jim commented that “The Outback Project will continue as long a s t h e r e are hands to tend it.” To lend a hand, contact Jim at yarddigger@comcast.net.
Art One Day - Encaustic Painting, June 18th There is another fabulous Art One Day opportunity coming this month Encaustic Painting. This art form, also known as hot wax painting, uses heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added. The liquid or paste is then applied to a surface—usually prepared wood, though canvas and other materials are often used. Local encaustic artist Judy Klich (of River Art Studio) will be here on Thursday, June 18th from 10:00am-1:00pm to teach us how to create an amazing work of art using this unique technique. The cost is only $65 which includes all supplies. This price is exclusive to members of the Turner Center! If you have ever thought, “I want to try that One Day!”, come to Art One Day and try this special workshop.
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Special Events
(all events are free unless otherwise indicated)
(FF1) 20 & 30 minute Reiki Appointments: Tuesdays in June beginning at 11:00a.m. Cost $15 for 20 min. and $22 for 30 min. (FF1) Beginning Line Dancing: Wednesdays at 1:00p.m. continues through July. Glory Bible Class: Mondays in June at 2:00p.m. Rhythm Band Demonstration: Thursday, June 4 at 10:30a.m. STAR PT Lunch & Learn: Joint Replacement: Tuesday, June 4 at 12:30p.m. Deloitte Impact Technology Day: Thursday, June 4 from 9:30a.m.-1:00p.m. (CE) Wills, Powers of Attorney, & Advance Care Plans: Thursday, June 11 at 9:00a.m. is document signing day. Please be at the center at 9:00a.m. Fun Friday! Family Feud: Friday, June 12 at 11:45a.m. Reservation is required for lunch! (FF1) Art One Day - Encaustic Painting: Thursday, June 18 from 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. Senior Benefits Presentation: Monday, June 22 at 10:30a.m. Light refreshments and a game of The Price Is Right. (CE)A Life Reimagined Checkup: Wednesday, June 24 from 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Breakfast Club at Cracker Barrel: Thursday, June 25 at 8:30a.m. Meet us at the restaurant. Supper Club at Logan’s Roadhouse Nashville West: Monday, June 29 at 4:30 p.m. CE - indicates a Community Event which is open to the public.
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(CE) Newly or Nearly Retired? A Life Reimagined Checkup, a course developed by AARP, offers a fresh, personalized, and thought-provoking approach to help persons in all kinds of transitions—not just retirement—navigate the next phase of life. With inspiring stories of ordinary people who’ve reimagined their lives in extraordinary ways and with helpful, personal exercises, A Life Reimagined Checkup is the perfect way to help anyone figure out what he or she really wants to do and how to get there. More importantly, it creates a mindset that turns possibilities into reality. Trained Life Reimagined Guide Ed Zinkiewicz will help you create a new mindset!
On The Road with Joan—MOTORCOACH June Trip: Falcon Rest Mansion in McMinnville, Tennessee. Thursday, June 18, 2015. $42 per person includes tour and lunch. July Trip: David Crockett State Park in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. Thursday, July 16, 2015. $30 per person (lunch is on your own). August Trip: Fried Green Tomato Buffet in Ardmore and Athens, Alabama. Wednesday, August 12, 2015. $30 per person (lunch is on your own). Make reservations with Joan Sincerbox at joan.sincerbox@comcast.net or 615-646-0059.
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Field Trips
Bluebird Café: Monday, June 8 at 8:45a.m.
Nashville Flea Market: Friday, June 19 at 9:30a.m. $6
Music for Seniors Swing Time featuring Franklin Brentwood Arts Academy students: Sunday, June 14 at 12:15p.m. $6
Lunchin’ Around the World at Fleet Street Pub: Tuesday, June 23 at 10:30a.m. $6
Songwriter’s Showcase at FiftyForward Knowles: Thursday, June 11 at 9:30a.m. $6
The FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center strives to provide fun and interesting daytrips to appeal to a wide variety of tastes, and while we pride ourselves on the fun factor, we want to ensure that our trips are safe as well as enjoyable. To that end, we will be rolling out a daytrip and driver survey this month as well as a travel agreement form to be used for all daytrips. As always, we welcome your suggestions and trip ideas!
Groups (FF1) Qigong: Tuesdays in June at 10:00a.m. A Chinese system of physical exercises and breath control related to Tai Chi. Creating Memoirs Group: Tuesday, June 9 at 1:00p.m. New Members Welcome! Photography Group: Wednesday, June 3 at 10:00a.m. Beginners welcome. Sit & Knit: Fridays from 9:00a.m. - 11:30a.m. Contact Mary Lou at mlpierce@bellsouth.net Line Dance: Intermediate/Advanced class each Friday at 10:30a.m. Contact Louise at lgoodman00@comcast.net Book Club/Written Memories Group: Thursday, June 28 at 1:00p.m. This month’s selection is Those Who Save Us by Jenna Blum. Bellevue History and Genealogy Group: Fridays at 9:00a.m. This group welcomes new members! Meetings are every Friday (except in January and July) in the Zelle/West room where you will hear informative, dynamic speakers. For more information, contact coordinator Bob Allen at 218-4580 or bob@bellevuebob.com. Friday, June 5: (CE) Women of the Cumberland – Dr. Carol Bucy, Professor of History and Davidson County Historian, will focus on the women who came to the region and what their lives were like. As the frontier outpost began to grow and become a village, a town, and then a city, what role did the women play in our early history? Why do we know so little about these women? Friday, June 12: (FF1) Cauldron of Death - Sanford Payton, Demoss Historian and SAR & SCV member, will discuss his recent visits to several Civil War Battlefields in the Richmond Campaign and share his thoughts on why the Union eventually won the War. Friday, June 19: (FF1) Ryman Diaries– Debbie Watts will discuss and share her research about Captain Thomas Ryman, the Cumberland River pilot whose fortune enabled him to build Nashville's Union Gospel Tabernacle, later renamed The Ryman Auditorium. Her presentation will include research about Ryman’s wife, Bettie Baugh Ryman, typically the "little woman behind the big man". **NOTE different time** Friday, June 26 at 11:00a.m: (CE) Potluck Luncheon with keynote speaker, Colonel John Krenson, celebrating Bellevue History & Genealogy’s 9 year anniversary providing weekly history and genealogy programs.
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: Nicole Longuevan, Program and Volunteer Manager, nlonguevan@fiftyforward.org Candace Jones, Program Coordinator, cjones@fiftyforward.org Joan Sincerbox, On the Road with Joan Travel Coordinator, joansincerbox@comcast.net or (615) 646-0059 (FF1)’s are opportunities for you to do something for the first time. Join us for a FiftyForward 1st!
Fall Preview Join us to cheer on the Tennessee Titans against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 25th. Sign up with Regena, Nicole or Candace. Tickets are only $49!!
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
Friday Night Social just for those 50 and forward.
Who: FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center & Bellevue Family YMCA
Where: 8101 Hwy 100, Community Room
What: Friday Night Social Food, giveaways, music, dancing and games!
When: Friday, June 5th 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. Thank you to Vantage Pointe Village for providing food for this event.
Games Sudoku: Contact Howard at hnphorn@aol.com to set up one-on-one Sudoku lessons at your convenience here in the center. All skill levels are encouraged to contact Howard. 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, June 9 and 23 at 1:00pm. Please bring a snack to share! Bunco Bonanza: Thursday, June 11 at Noon. Please bring a snack to share!