TudorOaks "Acorn" Monthly Newsletter - December 2019.pdf

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Our featured artist, Karen Kerans, will be displaying her watercolor artwork.

Meet the Artist Saturday, December 7th 1-2 P.M. Tudor Oaks Main Line: 414-529-0100 Reception Hours Monday - Friday: 8:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

Meal Times Reservation Line: 414-525-6419 Breakfast: 8:00 A.M. - 8:30 A.M. Lunch: 11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. Supper: 4:15 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Sunday Brunch: 11:00 A.M - 1:30 P.M. Butternut Bistro Hours Monday - Friday: 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Saturday: 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Gift cards available Bank Hours

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A1 Lounge (A1L)

Butternut Bistro (BB) Fitness Room (FR) Frances Henry Center (FHC) Lamson Plaza (LP) Leaf and Petal Greenhouse (LPGH) Multi-Purpose Room (MPR) Oak Ridge Lounge (ORL) Oak Ridge Room (ORR) Olive Wood Theater (OWT) Poplar Lifestyle Room (PLR) Private Dining Room (PDR) Reflection Room (RR) Swimming Pool (SP) Wellness Clinic (D218) Windsor Gardens (WG) Windsor House (WH) Windsor Manor (WM)

Wisdom Tree Library (WTL)

Tuesday: 9:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Thursday: 9:00 A.M. -10:00A.M. Office located in the Wisdom Tree Library

December

Special Events and Highlights Sunday, December 1st Packers vs. Giants 12:00 P.M. (OWT)

Tuesday, December 10th Advent Bible Study 10:00 A.M. (PDR)

New Years Eve Party Sign Up Begins Sign up in the binder located in the library to attend the Tudor Oaks Residents New Year’s Eve Party. (Deadline 12/15/19)

Waukesha Elder Benefits Specialist Dawn Hendrix will be here to meet one on one to answer questions about: health care financing, Medicare, prescription drug coverage-part D, supplemental insurance, income maintenance, and elder rights. 10:00 - 11:30 A.M. (PDR) Sign up in the white binder in the WTL by Monday, December 9th

Tuesday, December 3rd Advent Bible Study 10:00 A.M. (PDR) Heritage Presbyterian Church Service of Advent Longing 7:00 P.M. (OWT)

Windsor Manor Food Committee 2:30 P.M. (WM)

Wednesday, December 4th Book Club 1:45 P.M. (PLR)

Resident Services Meeting No December Meeting

Holiday Grief Support Group Guest Presenter - Catherine Labinski Dealing with the loss of a loved one at holiday time. 6:30 P.M. (PDR)

Windsor House Food Committee 3:15 P.M. (WH)

Thursday, December 5th The Resident Council 1:30 P.M. (OWT) Friday, December 6th Civic Broadway Singers 6:30 P.M. (OWT)

Sunday, December 8th Packers vs. Washington 12:00 P.M. (OWT) MSO Pops Concert Residents with pre-purchased tickets meet at the front door at 1:30 P.M. (OWT) Bob Ropiak: singer & storyteller 1:15 P.M. (WG) 2:15P.M. (FHC)

Dementia Support Group 6:30 P.M. (PDR) Wednesday, December 11th The Tom Plakut Family After Dinner Music 6:30 P.M. (OWT) Holiday Grief Support Group New ways of dealing with loss of your loved ones. 6:30 P.M. (PDR) Thursday, December 12th Wooden Spool Quilters 9:30 A.M. (PLR) Jessica Michna Jessica impersonates JENNY Appleseed.

6:30 P.M. (OWT)

Special Events and Highlights Friday, December 13th Women of Note 1:30 P.M. (OWT)

Wednesday, December 18th Health Center Christmas Lunch 11-12:30 Details to follow

Friday Night at the Movies The Intruder 6:30 P.M. (OWT)

Thursday, December 19th Assisted Living Resident Council Windsor Manor 1:00 P.M.

Sunday, December 15th Packers vs. Bears 12:00 P.M. (OWT) New Year’s Eve Reservations Last day to make a reservation for the New Year’s Eve Party. If your plans have changed please notify Mary Liverman so residents on the waiting list can be notified.

Monday, December 16th Resident Ensemble Christmas Concert Please join us for a festive evening of Christmas music as our own Tudor residents perform. Come see the Cheerful Chimers, The Men’s Chorus and The Women’s Chorus 6:30 P.M. (OWT) Tuesday, December 17th Geri Larsen Hearing Screening Appointments start at 9:30 and Geri will visit you in your apartment.

Health Center Resident Council 10:30 A.M. (FHC) Windsor Place Christmas Lunch 11-12:30 Details to follow Valerie Trower 2:00 P.M. (FHC) Muskego High School Chamber Choir Dressed in Dickens’ era costumes, the choir will share holiday music.

6:30 P.M. (OWT)

Food Committee Meeting Independent Living 1:00 P.M. (PDR) Tabula Nova Ensemble December birthday celebration 6:30 P.M. (OWT) Friday, December 20th All Campus Christmas Service 10:00 A.M. (OWT) Carols, Cookies and Cocoa Enjoy cookies and hot cocoa.

Daniel Lovett leads us in singing Christmas carols. All staff and residents are welcome . 1:00 (OWT) Friday Night at the Movies Amazing Grace 6:30 P.M. (OWT) Saturday, December 21st Independent Living Christmas Meal Details to follow Monday, December 23rd Packers vs. Vikings 7:15 P.M. (OWT) Tuesday, December 24th Heritage Presbyterian Church Christmas Eve Service 5:30 P.M. (OWT) Wednesday, December 25th No Mass or Chapel Services

Special Events and Highlights Friday, December 27th Friday Night at the Movies The Best of Enemies 6:30 P.M. (OWT) Sunday, December 29th Packers vs. Lions 12:00 P.M. (OWT) Monday, December 30th Game Night Star t your New Year ’s celebrations! Get your game team together and enjoy Bridge, Mah Jongg, Rummykub, Sheepshead, Mexican Dominos and Scrabble. 7:00 P.M. (OWT) Tuesday, December 31st All Campus New Year’s Service 10:00 A.M. (OWT)

Entertainment by The Alfin Quartet - 7:00 P.M. (OWT) Buffet to follow - Oak Ridge Room After Party Program - BYOB - 9:45 P.M. (OWT) Ron Anderson presents a pictorial year in review, “Life and Friends” of Tudor Oaks.

Watch the Times Square crystal ball drop.

BYOB - (Light snacks will be available.)

Special Reminder On Tuesday, December 31st, Dining Services will be serving a meal from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. in order to allow the New Year’s Eve Party committee time to decorate for the evening.

6:30 P.M. (OWT) or Channel 955 on your TV

December Movie Line Up 6th - Live Performance (No Movie) 13th - The Intruder 20th - Amazing Grace 27th - The Best of Enemies

No Saturday Night Bingo in December

Heritage Presbyterian Church Worship every Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Olive Wood Theater. If you'd like to follow along in your room, bulletins for Sunday's service will be at the reception desk

by Friday afternoon. If you'd like to receive a bulletin directly to your mailbox, please let the reception desk know.

Check the bulletin boards for the December sermon themes.

The Second Sunday Out program will resume in February when the Soup Bowl is back by popular demand.

News and Notes Patty Cures:

Schedule your manicure or pedicure appointment with Patty Schmitz: 414-858-9209

Relaxing Massage:

Schedule your appointment with Sherry Radish: 414-525-9578

Tudor Oaks Salon:

414-525-6403 Salon Holiday Hours December 23rd Monday –10am – 4 pm December 24th Tuesday - 9am – 5 pm December 25th Closed - Merry Christmas December 31st Closed - New Year’s Eve. January 1st Closed - Happy New Year!

Join us for the Campus Christmas Party on Friday, December 20th.We will have live music followed by a slideshow.

1:00 P.M. (OWT) We invite staff and residents to submit a family photo (recent or old) for a slideshow during our on-campus party.

You can submit an original or copied photo to the front reception desk any time before December 6th.

Reminder: Please submit updates and events to the upcoming month’s Acorn Newsletter and/or TV Listings by the 15th of the prior month to Donna Robinson.

(Donna’s office is located in the Poplar Lifestyle Room)

SAVE THE DATE Save this sheet and put it on your refrigerator, or mark your calendar with special events you plan to attend in the future.

January Wednesday, January 1st - No Mass or Chapel Service Today Saturday, January 11th - 6:30 P.M.. Taylor Paddock will entertain us Wednesday, January 8th - 6:30 P.M. Greg Hartmann, classical pianist Thursday, January 9th - 6:30 P.M. Jay & Joan Oswald: Travelogue to Antarctica Thursday, January 23rd - 6:30 P.M. Birthday Celebration with the Nightengals Tuesday, January 28th - 6:30 P.M. Dr. Connelly presents Joint Health & Wellness February Thursday, February 6th - Impressionist, Jessica Michna, portrays Mary Todd Lincoln.

Thursday, February 13th - Classical Duets -Classically trained duo play the violin and harp.

Thursday, February 27th - Forte Theater Singers - Broadway favorites.

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Monday 8:30 Functional Fitness (MPR)-Focus is on movements used in your everyday life.

9:30 Men’s Chorus (OWT) - New men’s voices are welcomed.

9:30 Aqua Fit (SP)-Full body workout in the pool that is fun and easy on your joints.

10:30 Better Balance (MPR)-Strengthen hips, knees, and ankles for better balance.

1:00 Cheerful Chimers (PLR) - Open to anyone who would like to play chimes.

1:00 Mah Jongg (PDR)-Tile-based game requiring skill, strategy and luck.

1:00 Seated Strength (MPR)-Improve posture while strengthening upper & lower body.

2:15 Women’s Chorus (OWT) - New women’s voices are welcomed.

2:30 Seated Volleyball (MPR)-Take a seat and get a fun workout and lots of laughs.

6:30 Rosary (RR)-Residents gather together to pray the Rosary.

6:30 Rummykub (PLR)-Tile-based game that combines Rummy and Mah Jongg

Tuesday 7:30 Step Aerobics (MPR)-Fun and upbeat exercises to improve cardiovascular health.

9:00 Interval Training (MPR)-Strength training, circuit style full body workout.

9:30-11:30 Bus Runs to Hales Corners and Southridge.

10:00 Aqua Aerobics (SP)-Gets your heart rate up but is gentle on your joints.

11:00 Seated Strength (MPR)-Improve posture while strengthening upper & lower body.

1:00 Chair Yoga (MPR)-Gentle form of yoga to improve coordination and flexibility.

1:00 Sheepshead (PDR)- Americanized version of Bavaria's national card game.

2:00-3:00 Wellness Clinic (D218) 2:30-3:30 Personal Training Advising-One-on-one with Wellness Director Carmelia.

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Wednesday 8:30 Functional Fitness (MPR)-Focus is on movements used in your everyday life.

9:30 Aqua Fit (SP)-Full body workout in the pool that is fun and easy on your joints.

9:30 Catholic Mass (OWT)-Visiting priest leads full mass with communion.

10:00 Storytellers’ Studio (PDR)-A new topic every week. Share a story or just listen.

1:00-3:00 Bus Run to Muskego-Do your shopping by using the bus.

1:00 Seated Volleyball (MPR)-Take a seat and get a fun workout and lots of laughs.

3:00 Campus Worship (OWT)-All faith traditions are welcome.

6:30 Cards (PLR)-Meet in the Poplar Lifestyle Room for card playing.

Thursday 7:30 Step Aerobics (MPR)-Fun and upbeat exercises to improve cardiovascular health.

9:00 Interval Training (MPR)-Strength training, circuit style full body workout.

9:30-11:30 Bus Run to Hales Corners 9:30 Men’s Coffee Hour (PDR)-Buy a drink at the Bistro and join the men to talk.

9:45 Aqua Zumba (SP)-Latin music with dance exercise for a workout party in the pool.

11:00 Seated Strength (MPR)-Improve posture while strengthening upper & lower body.

1:00-2:00 Personal Training Advising-One-on-one with Wellness Director Carmelia.

2:00 Self-directed Wii Tennis (MPR)-Play tennis through the TV. 2:00-3:00 Wellness Clinic (D218)-Leann May, Director of Assisted Living/Supportive Services, is available to answer nursing questions and concerns.

3:00 Tai Chi (MPR): Exercise that embraces the mind, body and spirit.

6:30 Hand & Foot (PLR): J oin residents who play car ds each week.

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Friday 8:30 Functional Fitness (MPR)-Focus is on movements used in your everyday life.

9:30 Aqua Fit (SP)-Full body workout in the pool that is fun and easy on your joints.

10:30 Better Balance (MPR)-Strengthen hips, knees, and ankles for better balance.

1:00 Bridge (PDR): J oin the br idge club by contacting Michele Vogt, Lifestyle Director.

1:00-3:00 Bus Run to Muskego/New Berlin Michaels-Do your shopping by using the bus.

1:00 Seated Strength (MPR): Full body wor kout while seated in a chair.

2:00 Wii Bowling (MPR): Br ing a fr iend and tr y vir tual bowling.

6:30 Friday Night at the Movies (OWT): Watch cur rent movies in the theater.

Saturday 6:30 Bingo (PDR): Satur day night Bingo will retur n in J anuar y.

Bring money & play to win. See the bulletin board for the schedule.

Sunday 8:10-12:15 Church Service Bus Runs: Check with reception for specific locations.

10:00 Heritage Presbyterian Church Service (OWT): All are welcome to attend.

11:00 - 1:30 Sunday Brunch (ORR): Make reser vations ahead of time.

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Windsor Gardens - Fir 1 Monday 9:15 Musical Word Games 9:45 Exercise 10:30 Balloon Volleyball 1:00 Hymn Sing 1:30 Walks 2:00 Which Came First 3:15 Knock it in the pocket 5:30 Music Tuesday 9:15 Today in History 9:45 Exercise 10:30 Reminisce 1:00 Word Games 1:30 Hymn Sing 2:00 Name That Tune 3:15 Bingo 4:15 Piano Music with Bob 5:15 Trivia Wednesday 9:45 Exercise 10:30 Trivia 1:00 Manis and Massage 2:15 Travelogue 5:15 Balloon volleyball 6:00 Fireside Chats

Thursday 9:00 Game Time 9:45 Exercise 10:30 Reminisce 1:00 Nature’s Nook 1:45 Hymn Sing 3:15 Brain Busters Friday 9:15 Psalms & Songs 9:45 Exercise 10:30 Word Games 1:00 Baking 2:15 Tunes Time 3:15 Did you know?

4:15 Music with Bob Saturday 1:00 Active Games 2:45 Bingo 5:00 Evening Movie Sunday

1:00 Trivia 1:30 Active Game 5:00 Evening Movie

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Windsor Manor - Fir 2 Monday 9:00 Exercise 10:15 Uno 12:30 Chaplain’s Corner 1:00 Wheel of Fortune 2:00 Manis and Massage 5:00 Cards 6:15 Crossword Tuesday 9:00 Exercise 9:30 Wheel of Fortune 1:00 Chaplain’s Corner 1:30 Crafter’s Corner 3:15 Table Games 6:15 Dice Game 7:15 Music Memories Wednesday 8:45 Exercise 9:30 Catholic Mass (OWT) 1:15 Travelogue 2:45 Anything Goes 3:00 Campus Worship (OWT) 6:00 Bingo (FHC)

Thursday 9:00 Exercise 10:30 Bingo 12:30 Chaplain’s Corner 2:00 Creative Cooking 3:45 Trivia 6:30 Yahtzee Friday 9:00 Exercise 9:30 Walks and Talks 10:30 Trivia 12:30 Giant Crossword 3:00 Active Game 5:00 At the Movies 6:30 Movie Night (OWT)

Saturday 1:00 Bingo (FHC) Sunday 10:00 Heritage Presbyterian Service (OWT)

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Windsor House - G2 Monday 11:00 Exercise 3:15 Game Time!

4:45 Piano Music 6:30 Rummykub (PLR)

Tuesday 11:00 Exercise 2:00 Bingo 3:15 Food Committee (2nd week)

Wednesday 9:30 Catholic Mass (OWT) 11:00 Exercise 2:00 Anything Goes 3:00 Campus Worship (OWT) 6:00 Bingo (FHC)

Thursday 11:00 Exercise 11:30 Chaplain’s Round Table 12:45 Rummykub & Yahtzee

Friday 11:00 Exercise 2:15 Bingo 6:30 Movie Night (OWT)

Saturday 1:00 Bingo (FHC) 6:30 Bingo (PDR) Sunday 10:00 Heritage Presbyterian Service (OWT)

Weekly Leisure Opportunities Frances Henry Center Monday 8:45 Sunshine Club 10:15 Table Talk 2:00 Snacks and Stories 2:45 Anything Goes 4:15 Music 6:00 Giant Crossword Tuesday 8:45 Sunshine Club 10:00 Bowling 2:00 Chapel 3:15 Travelogue 6:00 Psalms & Songs

Wednesday 8:30 Sunshine Club 9:30 Catholic Mass (OWT) 10:15 Table Games 1:45 Crafter’s Corner 2:45 Balloon Volleyball 3:00 Campus Worship (OWT) 6:00 Bingo

Thursday 8:45 Sunshine Club 10:15 Music and Movement 2:00 Trivia 2:45 Nature’s Nook 5:30 Anything Goes

Friday 8:45 Sunshine Club 10:00 Giant Crossword 2:00 Active Game 3:15 Trivia 6:00 Sing-a-long Saturday 1:00 Bingo 2:15 Music Sunday 2:30 Anything Goes

TUDOR OAKS SALON

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SALON HOURS: TUESDAY THRU SATURDAY: 9AM - 5PM

CALL: 414-525-6403

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udor Oaks Senior Living

Community is a faith-based,

not-for-profit senior living community.

Our mission is to create healthy

Christian communities that empower

older adults. We provide choices for

housing, services, and technology that

enrich body, mind and spirit.

Tudor Oaks Senior Living Community S77 W12929 McShane Drive Muskego, WI 53150

414-529-0100 www.TudorOaks.net Tudor Oaks Senior Living Community is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior housing and healthcare since 1930.