Tallahassee Democrat ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018

Active
LIVING
Participants in Rosemary Ferguson’s Watercolor Tuesday Morning Lab and their
whimsically painted umbrellas, certain to make any cloudy day feel sunnier! From left to
right, Rosemary Ferguson, Tony Bareham, Ruth Draper, Eva-Lynn Powell, Mary Transou,
Darlene Brown, Karol Selvaggio, Joyce Bastian, and Nancy Johnson

The magazine for Tallahassee’s

Rain or shine
TSC seniors are always having a great time
active boomer and senior community

L3X 2018! A
month of
making fun
memories
Maureen Haberfeld
Tallahassee Senior Services will host
the 9th Annual Lifelong Learning Ex-
travaganza (L3X) throughout the month
of September 2018. L3X will feature
classes, tours, workshops, recreational
activities, field trips and entertainment
on the broad themes of art, music, sci-
ence, history, culture, food and drink.
This year’s presenting sponsor is Cap-
ital City Trust Company.
Over 50 programs will include some
favorites from previous years such as
Happy Goats Make Happy Soap, Zen-
tangle, and the tour of the Florida Ar-
chives as well as many exciting new
programs such as learning to mix beer
cocktails, touring a cave, the history of
calligraphy, Fusion of Poetry and Music,
and trivia night at the Historic Capitol
Museum. Step out of your comfort zone
and learn something new, exciting, and
different. Our affordable programs are
open to anybody18 years and older and
many of our L3X programs are in the
evenings to accommodate people who
still work. Plan a family night with your
adult children and grandchildren!
Two L3X “Launch Parties” are sched-
uled; one for Monday, Aug. 6, from 8:30
– 10 a.m. and the other Tuesday, Aug. 7,
from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. At the Launch Par-
ties, participants can pick up a course
catalog, meet some of the instructors
and sponsors, and enjoy refreshments.
Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation
members will have the opportunity to
register starting August 8. Online regis-
tration will be available at www.talla-
hasseeseniorfoundation.org/l3x. If you
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Archaeologist Thadra Stanton from
the Southeast Archeological Center
shows participants an artifact found at
the Byrd Hammock archaeological site,
in Wakulla County, where two Native
American villages were located,
between 200 and 900 AD.
are not a foundation member, applica-
tions will be available at the Launch Par-
ties. Non-foundation members will be
able to register for classes starting on
Monday, Aug. 13. Annual membership
dues start at $25 for individuals and
$40 for couples.
Registration is open until a class fills
up. . .but don’t wait too long to sign up
because many classes fill up quickly.
Sign up for something new and differ-
ent. You never know the positive impact
that an L3X class may have on your life.
Noreen Beattie, an L3X participant,
says, “With my children grown and my
teaching career completed, the Talla-
hassee Senior Center is providing me
with adventures, educational classes,
and friendship. A kayaking class on the
Wacissa River was delightful. It was like
floating on glass as we explored prim-
itive inlets with our guides. In another
class, Philippines During WWII, I was
privileged to hear the first person ac-
count of an American citizen trapped on
the Islands when the Japanese invad-
ed,” said Beattie.
“Finally, visiting a local restaurant af-
ter a hike provided me the opportunity
to build friendships and reflect on our
shared activity. I recently heard a quote,
‘I want to die with memories, not
dreams.’ The Lifelong Learning classes
at the Tallahassee Senior Center are
gifting me with memory making oppor-
tunities.”
For more information on L3X, visit
www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundatio-
n.org, email Maureen.Haberfeld@tal-
gov.com or call 850-891-4033.
ACTIVE LIVING
L3X (LifeLong Learning
Extravaganza) Launch
Parties!
Mon, Aug. 6, 8:30 – 10 a.m., OR Tue.,
Aug. 7, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., TSC Audi-
torium, 1400 N. Monroe St. Pick up a
class catalog, meet some instructors,
and learn about new, exciting classes
and field trips (as well as about some
favorites), that will be offered during
our L3X month. For more information or
to register, email Maureen.Haber-
feld@talgov.com, call 850-891-4033.
Lifelong Learning Classes
Interested in the pursuit of knowledge?
LifeLong Learning offers a variety of
classes at a variety of locations. Limited
space is available and classes fill up
quickly. For more information or to
register, email
Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com, call
850-891-4033, or stop by the TSC and
complete an application. Lifelong
Learning programs are sponsored in
part by Tallahassee Moose Lodge #
1075, the City of Tallahassee, Leon
County, and the Tallahassee Senior
Center & Foundation.
Poetry Is a Voice of the Soul! Have
You Found Your Voice?
Tue., Aug. 21, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., TSC Tal-
lahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Mon-
roe St.
Find your voice at a poetry workshop
sponsored by Poetry for The Love of It,
TSC’s chapter of Florida State Poets
Association (FSPA). Explore the poetic
craft, featuring Al Rocheleau. Al has
published numerous poems in national
and international publications, is the
founder of Twelve Chairs Advanced
Poetry Course, has lectured at multiple
universities, and is a frequent lecturer
for FSPA and Florida Writers Associa-
tion. Come enjoy this poetic craftsman
as he covers course examples and exer-
cises that focus on many poetic de-
vices, such as: layers of craft; poetic
imagery; returning words to real ob-
jects; the poet-as-philosopher; use of
the subject-vehicle; and the use of
viewpoint and parallelism. $15 fee for
class includes lunch; $7 without lunch;
Space is limited. RSVP by August 14.
ABOUT THE
PUBLICATION
Active Living is a bi-Monthly
publication of the Tallahassee
Senior Center, 1400 N Monroe
St., Tallahassee, FL 32303. 850-
891-4000.
Sheila Salyer, Senior Services
Manager, City of Tallahassee and
Executive Director, Tallahassee
Senior Foundation
Audrey Byrne, Managing Editor
Martha Gruender, Coordinating
Copy Editor
The mission of Tallahassee Sen-
ior Services is to offer programs,
activities, and opportunities
designed to encourage active
living, optimal aging, and social
fitness for independent adults
age 50+.
Disclaimer of Endorsement: Ref-
erence herein to any specific
commercial products, process, or
service by trade name, trade-
mark, manufacturer, or other-
wise does not necessarily consti-
tute or imply its endorsement,
recommendation or favoring by
Tallahassee Senior Services or
the Tallahassee Senior Founda-
tion.
ABOUT THE SENIOR
CENTER
For questions or more informa-
tion on Tallahassee Senior Ser-
vices, the Tallahassee Senior
Center & Foundation, activities,
and 15 neighborhood venues,
contact 850-891-4000 or visit
www.talgov.com/seniors and
www.TallahasseeSeniorFounda-
tion.org. “Like” us at Face-
book.com/TallahasseeSenior-
Center. For Leon County Senior
Outreach (a program of the
TSCF), read the LCSO Gazette,
call 850-891-4065, or visit
cms.leoncountyfl.gov.
 Summer is sizzling
with fun at TSC
Celebrate the TSC’s 40th Anniversary!
Tue., Aug 28, program from 11 am to noon, com-
munity open house from noon - 6 p.m.
When Mary Crozier moved to Tallahassee in 1978,
the old Armory Building was designated to become
the community’s first senior center. Mary began fill-
ing it with a few familiar activities. “One of the Board
members was head of the School of Music at Florida
State and asked me how he could help. He provided a
staff member and we soon had an eager Chorus Direc-
tor and a piano,” exclaimed Mary. Mary continues,
“My next-door neighbor loved Bridge and volunteered
to teach; soon there was Bridge, five nights a week!” A
(local) musician was looking for practice space, “soon
we had weekly dances at the center!”
Today the Center, under the leadership of Sheila
Salyer (since 1996), offers 180 activities each month
and has reached beyond the walls of the Old Armory
to 13 neighborhood sites, including all six of Leon
County’s community centers. According to Sheila,
“Thanks to the sustaining commitment of the City
Commission and the continued growth of the TSC
Foundation, the Senior Center has impacted the lives
of thousands of older adults during its years of suc-
cess in promoting optimal aging and active living.
Volunteer past and present Board and Advisory
Council members embrace the rich history in which
they have each made their mark.”
We hope you will “follow our yellow brick road” and
join us at the Senior Center on August 28 to commem-
orate our 40th Anniversary. Beginning with the pro-
gram at 11 a.m., long-time participants, board mem-
bers, instructors, and activity leaders will reminisce
about their fond memories of good times had at the
TSC. Guests of honor include as many as 50 nonage-
narian (90-year-old) active seniors who will be recog-
nized by Neil Charness, Director of the FSU Institute
for Successful Longevity.
The Tallahassee Active Lifelong Leaders (TALL)
Program, one of TSC’s signature programs, will also
observe its 10th Anniversary. The history of TSC pro-
grams will be on display throughout the building,
showcasing longstanding activities like Senior Sing-
ers, Life Exercise, Crafting Bee, Wellness Screenings,
and Elder Care’s Lunch Bunch, and newer ones, such
as LifeLong Learning and Outdoor Pursuits.
We invite you to find out for yourself why so many
have found their place at the TSC - please join us on
Tuesday, August 28 for our 40th Anniversary celebra-
tion and open house! For more information, go to tal-
gov.com or tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org or call
850-891-4001.
Celebrating the 2018 Silver Stars, from left to right,
Jim Davis, TSCF Board Member, Donna Wells,
representing Presenting Sponsor Capital Health Plan,
her spouse, Bob Henderson, and Maicel Green, TSCF
Board member, representing Little Dipper Sponsor
Talquin Electric.
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Become a TSC Foundation
Member!
Sign-up now for early registration benefits!
September is National Senior Center Month
and L3X (LifeLong Learning Extravaganza)
Month! The TSC will host our annual “Member-
ship Week” during Aug. 20-24 and welcomes
you to become a Tallahassee Senior Founda-
tion member and enjoy Lifelong Learning, art,
fitness, health, outdoor pursuits and a variety
of classes -- just some of the programs, ser-
vices & events offered at the TSC and funded
by membership support. Membership starts at
$25 a year for 50+; couples are $40. Sign-up
early and you will still have the opportunity to
enter a prize drawing in August! For more in-
formation, visit TallahasseeSeniorFoundatio-
n.org or email Lisa.DollarCovert@talgov.com or
call 850-891-4003.
Register for Active Living Expo
Exhibitors, register now for the Active Living
Expo! Learn more about Age Friendly Livable
Communities!
More than 1,000 seniors are expected to at-
tend the fun and informative 20th Annual Ac-
tive Living Expo featuring numerous inter-
active displays, demonstrations, door prizes,
flu shots, health screenings information and
resources. The Tallahassee Senior Center will
host the event on Thursday and Friday, Octo-
ber 11 & 12 and a $3 admission ticket is good
for both days. Complimentary valet parking will
be available.
As part of the Expo, learn more about Age
Friendly Livable Communities and Tallahassee
initiatives, such as housing, transportation,
health & wellness and more. Last year, 100
exhibitors participated and exhibitor space is
limited!
Exhibitor tables are reserved on a first-come,
first-served basis. Reserve your space now!
Exhibitors must commit to being present for
both days of the Expo. From 5-8 p.m. on
Thursday, Oct. 11, and from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30
p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12. To register, or for more
information, email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or
call 850-891-4008. 
CLASSES
DOWN SIZING “SUMMER CAMP”
WORKSHOPS
Mon., Jul. 23 and Aug. 27, 10 - 11:30
a.m., TSC Auditorium, 1400 N. Mon-
roe St.
Join us for some “Right Sizing and
Down Sizing” activities. If you have
participated in the past workshops,
we welcome you to join us again. For
newbies, we encourage you to come
and bring a friend to enjoy this expe-
rience with you. Bring a photo of a
“project/room you want to work on”
or a photo of a “project you have
finished.” Let’s create plans/goals for
the projects we want to accomplish
by the year’s end. To register or for
more information, email moving-
tallyseniors@gmail.com or call 850-
728-3525. See pg. 15 for details.
COMPUTER, TECHNOLOGY,
PHOTOGRAPHY & MUSIC
Interested in taking computer class-
es? Stop by TSC receptionist desk
and complete an application to ex-
press your computer course inter-
ests. Call 891-4008 or email Kris-
ty.Carter@talgov.com to request an
application be sent to you or to get
your name added to the interest ros-
ter. A variety of classes are offered
and vary in donation. Preregistration
and payment required; space is lim-
ited.
MICROSOFT EXCEL - BASIC
Tue., Wed., & Thu., Jul. 10, 11, 12, 17,
18, & 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (attend all 6
dates) OR
Tue., Wed., & Thu., Aug. 21, 22, 23,
28, 29, & 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (attend
all 6 dates)
Learn the basics in six sessions. Bring
a flash drive. Entire course: $20 (50+)
or $25 (non-Seniors).
WINDOW 10 OPERATING SYSTEM
Tue. & Thu., July 31, Aug. 2, 7, & 9,
9–11 a.m. (attend all 4 dates) OR
Tue. & Thu., Sept. 11, 13, 18 & 20, 9–11
a.m. (attend all 4 dates)
Struggling with the change to Win-
dows 10? Learn about the different
features including the Start Menu,
setting app and much more. If your
laptop is running Windows 10, bring it
to class. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-Sen-
iors).
MICROSOFT WORD - BASIC
Tue., Wed., and Thu., July 31, Aug. 1,
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Authors Ace Atkins, who took over the Robert B. Parker Spenser Detective Series
and Mark Winegardner who wrote The Godfather Returns discuss their novels at
a Lifelong Learning program sponsored by Midtown Reader.
The Capital City Band of TCC, directed
by Michael Grant and Lisa M. Foltz,
Associate Conductor entertained
attendees with "Stars and Stripes
Forever: A Patriotic 2018." The Band
encouraged a sing-a-long to many
favorites and honored members of the
Army Services.
2, 7, 8, & 9, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (attend
all 6 dates)
Learn the basics in six sessions. Bring
a flash drive. Entire course: $20 (50+)
or $25 (non-Seniors).
PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS
1st & 3rd Mon., 6:30–8 p.m.
Improve your photo editing skills with
the Photoshop Elements software
program. View and discuss photo
editing tutorials and member pro-
jects. Participants will have opportu-
nities to share their knowledge, ask
questions, and learn from others.
$5/class
ACTIVE LIVING
The Capital City Band of TCC, directed
by Michael Grant and Lisa M. Foltz,
Associate Conductor entertained
attendees with "Stars and Stripes
Forever: A Patriotic 2018." The Band
encouraged a sing-a-long to many
favorites and honored members of the
Army Services.
MUSIC & LEARNING
GUITAR
Tue., 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Our guitar get-together is an oppor-
tunity to dust off that old guitar and
join an ongoing group of beginning-
to-intermediate players. Meet each
week to share songs and playing
techniques. There is limited instruc-
tion, so it’s helpful if you know a few
chords. The group will take time with
beginners who would like to learn to
play. $2 (50+), $3 (others).
UKULELE BEGINNING
1st & 3rd Friday, 10-10:50 a.m.
BIG BEND HOMELESS
COALITION
Presentation, Wed., July 18,
11:30 a.m., Tallahassee Senior
Center, 1400 N. Monroe St.
The Big Bend Homeless Coali-
tion serves Veterans and their
families through the Advocates
for Veteran Housing (AVH) Pro-
gram. AVH offers supportive
services designed to serve
homeless Veterans and Veterans
at risk of homelessness. As a
supportive services program,
the BBHC’s goal is to serve 225
Veteran households annually,
with special emphasis on reach-
ing homeless Veterans, Veteran
families in rural communities,
and providing homelessness
prevention to Veteran families
who are very low income. The
AVH 10-member team consists
of Case Managers, Outreach
Workers and a Housing Special-
ist who will work to identify eli-
gible Veterans, coordinate need-
ed supportive services, and
assist with addressing barriers
to obtaining and retaining hous-
ing. Our team is dedicated to
ending Veteran homelessness in
the Big Bend area.
Receive information about the uku-
lele, and instruction on basic chords
and strum patterns. Everyone is wel-
come! Bring your own uke! $2 (50+),
$3 (others).
FINGERSTYLE UKULELE CLASS
1st & 3rd Friday, 11-11:50 a.m.
Focus is on fingerstyle playing, as well
as instrumental melody/chord ar-
rangements. Basic music theory is
taught as we play various pieces.
Everyone is welcome, even if you
perceive this level to be too ad-
vanced. $2 (50+), $3 (others).
UKULELE & FRIENDS
2nd & 4th Friday, 11-12 p.m.
Bring your instrument of choice and
your voice as we gather to “Sing For
Our Lives.” Learn versions of music
that are especially ukulele friendly,
though all instruments are welcome.
$2 (50+), $3 (others). 
STAYING ACTIVE
DANCE & FITNESS
ADULT BALLET
Wed., 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn basic ballet technique, while
experiencing the joy of expression
and movement. No previous experi-
ence necessary! $2 (50+), $3 (others).
BEGINNING BALLROOM AND SWING
LESSONS
Fri., 5:30-7 p.m.
Dance lessons include Ballroom,
Swing, the Fox Trot, Tango, Waltz,
and Cha Cha. No partner needed.
Meet people! Have fun! $5.
USA BALLROOM DANCE
Sat. 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Come dance on Tallahassee's largest
dance floor. Complimentary lessons
at 6:30 p.m. All dances are smoke and
alcohol free. Dance nights with paid
entry: $8/USAB Dance members,
$14/non-members, and $5 for stu-
dents with valid IDs. Mark your calen-
dars for the following dance dates:
July 21 – Dog Days of Summer
Aug. 18 – School House Rock
Sept. 15 – Hollywood Nights – Semi/
Formal
CAPITAL TWIRLERS SQUARE DANCE
Mon. at 7 p.m.
Mainstream and plus level square
dancing from 8-9 p.m. Level adjusted
to fit dancers' skills. Non-member
donation: $5. Non-dancing visitors
welcome to watch for free. Lessons
given annually. Visit https://
www.facebook.com/Tallahasseet-
wirlers or call Libby at 566-2117.
CONTRA DANCE (TALLAHASSEE
COMMUNITY FRIENDS OF OLD TIME
DANCE)
Fri. 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Jigs, reels, and all kinds of fun. Moves
similar to square dance with a caller
instructing each dance before the
music begins. $8/adults, $7/seniors,
$5/students, $3/dancing kids. Wear
comfortable shoes and clothes. No
partner or experience necessary.
Newcomers should arrive by 7:15 p.m.
Visit www.tallydancer.com for more
information.
July 13 – Runaway Biscuits with Caller
Vicki Morrison
July 27 – TBA with Caller Rachel Flem-
ming
Aug. 10 – Long Forgotten String Band
with Caller Richard Hopkins
Aug. 24 – Upsala with Caller Andy
Kane (Gainesville)
TSC participants enjoy basic ballet techniques. For more information, call 891-4008 or email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com.
Sept. 14 – Red Mountain Yellowham-
mer with Caller Cis Hinkle (ATL)
DANCING FOR FUN
Fri., 2–4 p.m.
A fun dance for any age group – it’s
our love of dancing that keeps us
young! All types of ballroom dancing.
Come with or without a partner. $2
(50+), $3 (others).
BEGINNING LINE DANCE
Thu., 12:30 p.m.
Lace up your shoes and let’s dance.
From country to pop music, let the
beat move your feet! $2 (50+), $3
(others).
LINE DANCE WITH GINA
Thu., 5:30 p.m.
Learn to do the most popular line
dances: country, R & B, etc. $2 (50+),
$3 (others).
FITNESS, HEALTH & WELLNESS
FITNESS AT THE TALLAHASSEE SEN-
IOR CENTER
Fitness classes are $2 unless other-
wise indicated. For more information,
call Ruth Nickens, RN, Health & Well-
ness Program Coordinator at 850-
891-4042 or Ruth.Nickens@tal-
gov.com or Henry Steele, Health Suite
Assistant at 850-891-4045 or visit our
website at Talgov.com/Seniors.
MINDFUL MOVEMENT, Tue., 11 a.m.-
noon, is a NIA based yoga class. A
gentle, yoga-based, fitness class that
focuses on increasing energy, reduc-
ing falls, and maintaining flexibility.
Taught by Lori Roberts, certified NIA
yoga instructor.
BRAIN-BODY-BALANCE, Mon., 1:30-
2:30 p.m. at the TSC, is an active-
aging, fall prevention program specif-
ically created to train and reverse
many types of aging. Taught by Kathy
Gilbert. See Neighborhood Fitness
Sites for other times, listings and
instructors.
CHAIR YOGA, Fri., 11 a.m.-noon, of-
fers a gentle yoga workout for in-
creased mobility, bladder control,
self-esteem, and mental focus.
Taught by Bridget Welch, certified
yoga instructor.
LIFE EXERCISE, Tue. and Thu., 9:30-
10:30 a.m., is a very popular and dy-
namic workout consisting of aerobics,
light weights, stretching, strength-
ening and balance exercises. This
workout is suitable for everyone and
you can participate seated. Taught by
Pomeroy Brinkley.
TAI CHI: Wed. and Fri. 10-11 a.m.
Taught by Tom Ewart, Taoist Tai Chi
Society.
ZUMBA® GOLD: Thu., 5:30-6:30 p.m.,
Taught by Jacqueline Parra. $5 (50+)
$7 others.
YOGA: Mon. and Wed., 5:30-7 p.m.,
taught by certified yoga instructor
Pamela Hunter. Vigorous practice for
adults including poses, relaxation,
and mediation. Wear comfortable
clothes and bring yoga mat (if you
have one). Fee: $10 (50+), $12 others.
NEIGHBORHOOD FITNESS SITES
Each class $2 (50+), $3 others.
Allegro Inspired Senior Living, 4501
Shannon Lakes Dr. W.
Brain, Body, Balance with Kathy Gil-
bert, Wed., 2 - 3 p.m.
Bradfordville Fitness, Northeast
Branch Library, 5513 Thomasville Rd.
Note: Class size limited, before at-
tending your first class, call instructor
Llona at 878-1685 or Ferdouse at
766-6001
Senior Fitness I with Ferdouse: Tue. &
Fri., 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Senior Fitness II with Llona: Tue. &
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Fri., 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Senior Fitness III with Llona: Tue. &
Fri., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Senior Fitness IV with Llona: Tue. &
Fri., 1-2 p.m.
Beginning Yoga with Ferdouse: Mon.,
1:30-2:30 pm
Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C. Spence
Community Center: 4768 Chaires
Cross Rd.
Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch:
Mon., Wed. & Fri., 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Seated Fitness: Tue. & Thu., 9:30-
10:30 a.m.
Fort Braden Community Center:
16387 Blountstown Hwy.
Senior Fitness with Wendy Barber:
Mon. & Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Jack McLean Community Center, 700
Paul Russell Rd.
Super Seniors Fitness with Edwina
Martin: Tue., Wed. & Thu., 10-11 a.m.
(no charge)
Lake Jackson Community Center:
3840 N. Monroe., Ste. 301
Mindful Movement with Lori Roberts,
Thu., 1-2 p.m.
NEW! Gentle Mat Yoga with Lori Rob-
erts, Wed., 2– 3 p.m. $5 requested
Miccosukee Community Center:
13887 Moccasin Gap Rd.
Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch,
Tue. & Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Optimist Park, 1355 Indianhead Dr.
Brain-Body-Balance with Kathy Gil-
bert or Ferdouse Sultana, Tue. & Thu.,
10-11 a.m.
SouthWood Community Center, 4675
Grove Park Dr.
Brain-Body-Balance with Wendy Bar-
ber, Tue., 1-2 p.m., $5 requested
Woodville Community Center: 8000
Old Woodville Rd.
Senior Fitness with Llona Geiger,
Mon. & Wed., 8:30-9:30 a.m.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
The listed presentations, massage,
and classes at the Tallahassee Senior
Center are $2 unless otherwise in-
dicated. For more information on
programs, registration or donations,
email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com or
call 850-891-4042 or 891-4045.
What is Physiatry?
Tue., July 17, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.,
Dining Room
Hard to pronounce, Physiatry is easy
to understand. Attend this presenta-
tion to learn about the practice of
rehabilitative medicine that includes
many non-surgical treatments for
pain and other muscular-skeletal
issues. Presented by George Del Vil-
lar, MD, Magnolia Wellness Center
Tools to Quit: A Smoking Cessation
Workshop
Mon., July 23, Aug. 6 & Sep. 17, 2:30 -
4:30 p.m., Conf. Rm. 1A
This program, designed by former
smokers, was developed for people
who want to become non-smokers.
Attend one of these highly effective
class/support groups if you are ready
to quit smoking now. Nicotine patch-
es provided at no charge. Offered by
Big Bend AHEC. Call 224-1177 to reg-
ister
Reiki Energy Healing
Tue. July 31, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.,
6 ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
Health Suite
Climb onto the massage table, close
your eyes, and experience a special
morning of Reiki and energy healing.
Offered by Reiki practitioners Mi-
chelle Chason and Leisa Mccullion.
Plan to be transported to a state of
complete relaxation and physical and
emotional healing. 20 minute ses-
sions. Sign up in the health suite. $3
requested donation
Elder Exploitation
Wed., Aug. 8, 11 a.m. – noon, Dining
Room
We live in a world where elder exploi-
tation runs rampant. Even the sav-
viest of seniors can find themselves a
victim. This program will: address the
various kinds of exploitation and the
signs of elder abuse; and, provide
valuable consumer tips and informa-
tion about available resources. Pre-
sented by Victoria Heuler, Elder Law
Attorney, Florida State Guardianship
Association.
Shave and a Haircut: The Barbers
Are Coming!
Thu., Aug 9 & Sept 13, 10 a.m. – noon,
Activity Room
Lively Barber School students will
make you feel like a million bucks.
Haircuts and shaves for men and sim-
ple trims for women. Donations ap-
preciated.
Independence at Home: Mobility
and Safety Expo
Thu. Aug. 16, 9 a.m. – noon, Activity &
Dining Rooms, Health Suite
ACTIVE LIVING
Friends Connection:
A Friendly Chat Group Just for You
Thursdays, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Conf. Rm.
3A, Tallahassee Senior Center,
1400 N. Monroe St.
It takes courage to admit that you
feel alone. Loneliness can impact
health and impair successful aging.
UPSLIDE is here to help; this pro-
gram aims to help you meet new
people, engage in meaningful con-
versation, discover new interests,
and have fun! Individual support for
becoming more socially active is
also offered. UPSLIDE is sponsored
by the Florida Blue Foundation and
the TSC Foundation. For more in-
formation, email Melanie.Lach-
man@talgov.com or call 891-4066.
We encourage you to take that first
step and join UPSLIDE at the TSC or
at one of our outreach sites:
Fort Braden Community Center,
16387 Blountstown Hwy., 4th
Wednesday of the month, 10:30 -
11:30 a.m.
Local partners will introduce products
and services to keep you safe and
independent at home. Demonstra-
tions, presentations, resources,
“Brown Bag Medication Review,” and
more! Offered by Accessibility Solu-
tions.
Alzheimer’s Awareness Day|
Wed., Sept. 5, 9 a.m. – noon, Health
Suite & Dining Room
September is World Alzheimer’s
Awareness Month. Memory screen-
ings and “Brown Bag Medication Re-
view” available from 9 – 11; Alzheim-
er’s Update presentation from 11 – 12.
Receive resources and info about
disease management, caregiving, and
more. Presented by TMH Memory
Center and Alzheimer’s Project.
REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR
Living Better: Chronic Disease Self-
Management Program (CDSMP)
Tuesdays, Oct 2 - Nov. 6, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
CDSMP is a six-week evidence-based
class for seniors, or adults caring for,
or living with, seniors. It is designed
to help people learn to live with on-
going health conditions such as Dia-
betes, High blood pressure, Heart
Disease, and other chronic diseases.
There is no-cost for this class but it
requires a 6-week commitment. Of-
Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C.
Spence Community Center, 4768
Chaires Cross Rd., 1st Tuesday of
the month, 11 a.m. - noon
Miccosukee Community Center,
13887 Moccasin Gap Rd., 2nd Tues-
day of the month, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Light lunch provided.
LEARN ABOUT UPSLIDE
A Program that Addresses Isola-
tion, Loneliness and Depression
Tue., July 24, 11 a.m. – noon, Dining
Room
Do you have a friend who is lonely?
A neighbor that rarely leaves the
house? Would you like to become
more socially connected? Learn
more about what TSC’s new UP-
SLIDE program can do to help.
fered by Area Agency on Aging for
North Florida, Inc. Space is limited. To
reserve your space, call 891-4042.
Podiatry Screening & Foot Care
Thu., Sept 6, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m., Health
Suite
Dr. Gary McCoy, Podiatrist & foot
specialist, cuts toenails and assesses
and treats foot problems. Doctor
accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and
secondary insurance, which may cov-
er costs.
HEALTH SCREENINGS
Tallahassee Senior Center Health
Suite, unless otherwise noted. See
Calendar on pg. 20 for more listings.
Blood Pressure, Wed. & Thu., 10 a.m.
– noon
Glucose, Every Wed., 10 a.m. – noon
Memory Screening, Wed., Sept 5., 9
– 11 a.m.
Balance Screening, Thu., Aug. 16, 10
a.m. – noon, offered by Fit & Func-
tional
Brown Bag Medication Review, Thu.,
Aug. 16, 10 a.m. – noon & Wed., Sept.
5, 9 – 11 a.m., offered by FAMU Col-
lege of Pharmacy at HealthSouth
Pulse Oximetry, Thu., Aug. 2 & Sept.
6, 10 a.m. – noon
Hearing, Wed., Sep. 12, 10 a.m. –
noon, offered by Audibel
OUTREACH PROGRAMS
LEON COUNTY SENIOR OUTREACH
LUNCH & LEARNS, LIFELONG LEARN-
ING– SAVE THE DATE!
Lunch & Learns (L&L) offer lively and
engaging programs for adults 50+. All
Lunch & Learns are 10:30 a.m.-12:30
p.m. Each L&L includes exhibitors,
health screenings,
and lunch, $6. These
events are a pro-
gram of the Talla-
hassee Senior Cen-
ter & Foundation,
funded by the Leon
County Board of
County Commissioners. For informa-
tion on Leon County Senior Outreach
events, field trips, and classes, e-mail
Susan.Davis@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4065. Note: LifeLongLearning
classes, fitness classes and art work-
shops are offered at multiple loca-
tions. See pg. 2 for LifeLongLearning
classes, pg. 5 for fitness classes, pg.
15 for LifeLong Outdoor Pursuits, and
pg. 16 for art workshops.
Bradfordville, Wildwood Presbyteri-
an Fellowship Hall, 100 Ox Bottom
Rd.
Lunch & Learns: No L&L in July, Aug. 8
Chaires-Capitola, Dorothy C. Spence
Community Center, 4768 Chaires
Crossroad
Lunch & Learns: No L&L in July, Aug.
field trip to 40th Anniversary Cele-
bration at TSC (registration required)
Friends Connection: Aug. 7 & Sept. 4,
11 a.m. - noon
Fort Braden, Fort Braden Community
Center, 16387 Blountstown Hwy.
Lunch & Learns: No L&L in July, Aug.
21
Friends Connection July 25, Aug. 29,
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Lake Jackson, Lake Jackson Commu-
nity Center, 3840 North Monroe St.,
Ste. 301
Lunch & Learns: No L&L in July, Aug
L&L relocated to Fellowship Baptist
Church, 3705 N. Monroe St.
Canasta, Cards and Games: Tuesdays,
1-4 pm, $1 per class
Miccosukee, Miccosukee Community
Center, 13887 Moccasin Gap Rd.
Lunch & Learns: Aug. 2 & Sept 6
Bus Trip to Walmart: Aug. 3 & Sept. 6,
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Friends Connection: July 10 & Aug. 14
(includes light lunch), 12:30 – 1:30
p.m.
Woodville, Woodville Community
Ingrid Haines, Fred Haines, and Maurice Molloy (from left to right) share a laugh
over the size of the fish Maurice supposedly caught at a LifeLong Outdoor
Pursuits (LOP) fishing field trip. If you are 50+, join us for upcoming adventures!
For more information: call 891-4065 or email Susan.Davis@talgov.com
The Annual Southside
Health Fair
Fri., Sept. 7, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.,
Jake Gaither Community Cen-
ter, 801 Bragg Dr.
Be Healthy Wealthy and Wise!
Join us for health screenings,
vendors, a guest speaker, lunch,
incentives and more…all geared
toward building health in men
and women, their families and
the community. For more in-
formation or to pre-register,
email Wendy.Barber@tal-
gov.com, or call 850-891-4052.
Center, 8000 Old Woodville Rd.
Lunch & Learns: No L&L in July, Aug. 9
SOUTHSIDE SENIOR SERVICES &
OUTREACH
WELLNESS CIRCLES
Join neighbors, make new friends and
discuss important health topics at
these once-a-month gatherings.
Light refreshments and health
screenings are available. $2 donation.
For more information, e-mail Wen-
dy.Barber@talgov.com or call (850)
891-4052.
Jack McLean Community Center, 700
Paul Russell Rd., (850) 891-2505
Wellness Circle, 2nd Tue. of each
Vivian Collins admires her
granddaughter’s huge bubble at the
Spring GaP family picnic.
month, 11 a.m. – noon. Aug. 14, Alex-
ander Warmka, Florida Dept. of Agri-
culture and Consumer Sciences, pre-
sents “Protect Yourself from Fraud,
Scams and Unfair Business Practices.”
Super Seniors Fitness, Tue., Wed.,
Thu., 10-11 a.m., ongoing. Ella Ellis
instructor. No charge.
Jake Gaither Community Center, 801
Bragg Dr., (850) 891-3940
Wellness Circle, 3rd Wed. of each
month, 11 a.m. – noon. Aug. 15, Alex-
ander Warmka, Florida Dept. of Agri-
culture and Consumer Sciences, pre-
sents “Protect Yourself from Fraud,
Scams and Unfair Business Practices.”
Fitness classes, no charge:
Wake Up and Walk, Mon., Wed., & Fri.,
TALLAHASSEE.COM ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ 7
Grandparents as Parents GaP
Support Lunch
There are no GaP meetings in
July. Join us Wed, Aug 29,
2018, 12 – 1:30 p.m., Leon
County Public Library, 200 W.
Park Ave, Program Room A.
Complimentary lunch provid-
ed for grandparents and other
relative caregivers. Reserva-
tions are required. Call
891-4027 or email Ka-
ren.Boebinger@talgov.com if
you would like more informa-
tion or to RSVP. 
You are never too young to practice a
healthy lifestyle. Ted and Sarah
Houston’s grandkids (pictured here)
enjoy their fire safety hats from the
Tallahassee Fire Department at the
Southside Men’s Health Fair. Sarah
Houston is with the SHINE (Serving the
Health Information Needs of the
Elderly) Program.
9-9:45 a.m., Yolondo Westberry, In-
structor
Mature Adult Exercise Class, Mon.,
Wed., Fri., 10-11 a.m., Yolondo West-
berry, Instructor
Co-ed Fitness, Tue. & Thu., 9-10 a.m.
Yolondo Westberry & Cora Ealey, In-
structors
Zumba, Tue. & Thu., 10-11 a.m., Cas-
sandra Leland, Instructor
Seated Aerobics, Thu., 9-10 a.m.,
Nikki Clifton, Instructor. Nikki says,
“You don’t need a long workout; you
need a good workout!”
SENIOR SPORTS TRAINING
CAPITAL CITY GAMES SPORTS
TRAINING FACILITIES
Save the date! The Capital City Senior
Games will be held March 2019! For
more information, visit Talgov.com/
SeniorGames or call.
ARCHERY
Tallahassee Archery Center, 2784
Capital Circle NE, 385-1323, www.tal-
lahasseearchery.com
Tallahassee Archery Club, 7268
Blountstown HWY, www.bigbendar-
chery.com, or contact Andre’ Libroth
at 321-1292
Tallahassee Indoor Shooting, 499
Capital Circle SW, 727-4867, www.tal-
lyindoorshooting.com
Talon Training Group, 550 Commerce
Blvd, Midway, FL 597-7550, www.ta-
lontraining.com
BAG TOSS
Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N
Monroe St., Thu., 2:15-3:15 p.m.
BASKETBALL SHOOTING SKILLS
The following gyms (due to summer
camp programs) are available for
practice after Aug. 13. Visit http://
www.talgov.com/parks/parks-cc.aspx
Jack McLean Community Center, 891-
2505, Thu. – Fri., 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Jake Gaither Community Center, 891-
3940, Mon. – Fri., noon–1 p.m.
Lawrence-Gregory Community Cen-
ter, 891-3910, Tues. & Thu., 9 a.m.-1
p.m.
Sue McCollum (Lafayette) Community
Center, 891-3946, Mon./Tue./Fri.,
12:30-2 p.m.; Thu., 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Walker Ford Community Center, 891-
3970, Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m.–noon
BOWLING
Capital Lanes, 820 Capital Circle NE,
422-2695, www.bowlsrc1.com
Seminole Bowl, 1940 W. Tennessee
St., 561-0894, www.bowlsrc1.com
GOLF
Hilaman Golf Course, 2737 Blair Stone
Rd., 891-2560, www.hilman.com
Jake Gaither, 801 Bragg Dr., 891-
3942, www.talgov.com/parks/
golf.aspx
Don Veller Seminole Golf Course,
2550 Pottsdamer St., 644-2582,
www.seminolegolfcourse.com
HORSESHOES
Forest Meadows, 4750 N Meridian
Rd., 891-4979
Jack McLean Community Center, 700
Paul Russell Rd., 891-3940
PICKLEBALL
Contact each site as summer sched-
8 ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
ule is active or Glen Howe at 891-
3920, www.talgov.com/parks/sports-
pickleball.aspx
Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N
Monroe St., Wed., 11:30 a.m.– 4 p.m.;
Fri. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Jack McLean, 700 Paul Russell Road,
891-2505
Jake Gaither, 801 Bragg Dr., 891-3940
Lawrence Gregory, 1115 Dade St.,
891-3910
Lincoln Neighborhood Center, 438 Capital City Senior Games Table Tennis players show off their medals. Table
West Brevard St., 891-4180 Tennis (ping pong) is offered at the TSC on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:15 p.m.
Sue McCollum (Lafayette) Community
Center, 501 Ingleside Ave., 891-3946
Walker-Ford Community Center, 2301
Pasco St., 891-3970
POWER LIFTING
Premier Health and Fitness, 3521
Maclay Blvd., 431-2348,
www.tmh.org/Premier
SWIMMING
Leslie Adams at Leslie.Adams@tal-
gov.com or visit: www.talgov.com/
parks/aquatics.aspx (for pool sched-
ules) or 891-4904 Teammates William Tramel and Willie Silver Star and Senior Games Table
TABLE TENNIS Leon earn first place gold medal at the Tennis Champion Dr. Charles Nam and
Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N Capital City Senior Games, men’s presenter Anna Johnon-Reidel, also a
Monroe St., Tue. & Thu., 2:15–4:15 doubles bowling. bowler in the 2018 Senior Games.
p.m.
Willy Leparulo at fsutabletennis@ya-
hoo.com or 445-0780, www.face-
book.com/groups/tabletennisfsu/
TENNIS
For more information, www.tal-
gov.com/parks/tennis.aspx; reserve a
court hotline 891-4940.
Forest Meadows, 4750 N. Meridian
Rd.
Tom Brown Park Tennis Center, 501
Easterwood Dr.
Winthrop Park Tennis Center, 1601
Mitchell Ave., or Glen Howe at 891-
3920 or 891-3980.
TRACK & FIELD
To get involved in the running com-
munity, visit www.gulfwinds.org for
more information.
NOTE: For a listing of Florida Senior
Games Series Qualifier Events from
September through November and
information about the 2018 Florida
Senior Games, held Dec. 1-9 in Clear-
water, visit www.flasports.com/fsg-
series-qualifiers/. The 2018 & 2019
Florida Senior Games is a qualifier for
the 2019 National Senior Games, to
be held June 2019 in Albuquerque,
New Mexico. 
ACTIVE LIVING
2018 Silver Stars sparkle with passion, compassion
2018 Silver Stars Gala
Emcee Tony Carvajal,
Executive Vice President,
Florida Chamber
Foundation
Tony Carvajal, Executive Vice President, Florida
Chamber Foundation, served as the emcee for the
2018 Silver Stars Gala. Below are his closing cere-
mony comments and inspired thoughts about the
eight honored Silver Stars: Ann Cleare, Nancy Go-
dette, Mabel Huffman, Tennie Jackson, Charles B.
Nam, Ph.D., Andrew “Andy” McMullian, Henry
Marion Steele, LLD and Eddie Randolph. Their sto-
ries, shared in video interviews with 3rd graders
from Cornerstone, provide a glimpse into the active
aging spirit of each Silver Star. To view the videos,
visit www.youtube.com/user/WCOT, and type,
“Meet the 2018 Silver Stars.” To view more photos
from the gala, visit Facebook.com/TallahasseeSe-
niorCenter.

If you really like something, just do it…at least the good things!

These Silver Stars shared their golden stories,

and you know what I heard… a human “THREAD.” Andy McMullian greets presenter Anna Johnon-Reidel.
The secrets to “Aging well” include
Listen, believe, serve, empower, elevate and help others.
Work hard for yourself and help others any chance you can.
Yes, family first- the good Lord and family first- but...
Everyone help everyone.
Helping others goes a longer way than money ever can.
Humility, appreciation, and charity matter but so does
passion and compassion.
Focus. Stay focused.
Lifelong learning is a must.
Show kindness and dedication. Smile and Love.
Love…unconditionally, unapologetically, freely.
And if you don’t know someone’s name, no matter,
love him or her just the same.
Oh yeah, and love yourself- first- too.
Don’t stop. Can’t stop. You are capable of doing more than you think. 2018 Silver Star Eddie and Deloris Charlotte Shaw escorts Ann Cleare.
Who cares if you are not welcome, Randolph
or someone thinks you shouldn’t or couldn’t.
No hope? No way! Overcome fear and anger.
There are no boundaries, no ceilings.
Struggle to be heard, to be seen, to be counted, and to be taken seriously.
Sit down. Stand up. Speak up. Reach out.
Fight nonviolently for peace, and rights, and freedom and goodwill.
Mend hems and hearts.
Sow hope, love and peace.
Teach it. Preach it. Live it
Pay it forward. Help any chance you can.
This great country and this wonderful community offer
Tools of success that will help you carve your way.
The trick, it seems, is to keep moving and keep moving on.
I’m not so sure they consider any one thing their greatest achievement.
No matter. We are glad that they accepted their calls to lead,
to minister, to just be. The 2018 Silver Stars and their escorts, 3rd graders from Cornerstone
Final words to remember: Learning Community, from right, Rev. Dr. Henry Steele and Emmett
Conduct yourself, as you should. Avoid the cloakroom. Pay the bills. Hagaman, Ann Cleare and Charlotte Shaw, Tennie Jackson and Raelynn
If you really like something, just do it…at least the good things. Bevis, Dr. Charles Nam and Wyatt Ritter, Nancy Godette and Meadow
And for goodness sake, get someone lower in the chain of command. Schoen, Andy McMullian and Logan Bowden, Mabel Huffman and Gabriel
Onward. Amen. And Thanks. Cruz, and Eddie Randolph and Lottie Burgereit.

TALLAHASSEE.COM ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ 9

 SILVER
STARS
SPARKLE
On May 24, at the FSU Univer-
sity Center, we celebrated the 17th
year of honoring Silver Stars, TSC
volunteers and sponsors at our
annual Silver Stars Gala. The 2018
Silver Stars was presented by Cap-
ital Health Plan (www.capital-
health.com/medicare), Universe
sponsor Capital Home Health and
the TSC Foundation. To view more
photos from the gala, visit Face-
book.com/TallahasseeSeniorCen-
ter. For a full list of sponsors, see
Universe Sponsor Capital Home Health’s Amy Porter, her sister Cynthia Sparks, and staff, Doris Carpenter, Suzanne Cake,
page 18. Erik Perrson, Jaclyn Shapiro, Nancy Sanguliano and Paul Zajac.

From right, Big Dipper

Sponsor Tapestry
Senior Living’s
Mackenzie Biehl, Jane
Parson, TSCF Board
Member, and Melanie
Carlson.  

Presenting Sponsor
Capital Health Plan’s
Tom P. Glennon,
Senior Vice President,
Marketing/
Administrative
Services, and his
daughter Grace.

Sachs Media’s Michelle Ubben, President, Drew Piers, Partner, Daniella Frank,
Account Executive, and Interns Savannah Greene & Krissa Robinson encircle 2006
Silver Star Josephine Naspinski (Ubben’s mom).

10 ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING

Milky Way Sponsor Capital Regional Medical Center’s Jenni Henderson and From right, Big Dipper Sponsor Clarity Pointe/YourLife's Jimmie Fay Griffin,
Amanda Ardery, Lori Swanson, TSCF Community Relations, and Nancy Gentry, Executive Director, Cynthia Barber Assistant City Manager, Sheila Salyer, TSC
Leon County Senior Outreach Program Assistant. Manager and, Reese Goad, Interim City Manager.

Richard Williamson and Carl Crayton Big Dipper Sponsor John Curry, North Big Dipper Sponsor Pacifica Senior
represent Big Dipper Sponsor Florida Financial, and June Gray, guest Living Woodmont, Scott Dalton and Darryl Steele tickles the ivories.
Tallahassee Moose Lodge 1075. of Silver Star Andy McMullian. Lori Swanson, TSCF Community
Relations.

Big Dipper Sponsors Home Instead Senior Care, represented by Geno Friends and TALL Grads Teresa Morris, Linda Roberts, and Elizabeth Jackson,
Santopadre and Scott Harrell (President, TSCF Board) and Quality Living Alert enjoy the festive evening.
represented by Hugh Munroe.

TALLAHASSEE.COM ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ 11

TRAVEL
TRAVEL TOURS WITH THE
TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER
Tours are open to all travelers and
benefit the Tallahassee Senior Foun-
dation. Email Kristy.Carter@tal-
gov.com or call (850) 891-4008 for
more information or visit www.fun-
seas.com/tsc. Travel partners in-
clude: Holiday, Cruises & Tours & Col-
lette. Book early to reserve your spot.
Mention that you heard about travel
opportunities through the Senior
Center and travel partner, Holiday,
Cruises & Tours, will make a donation
back to the center. The Senior Center
requests that you complete a partici-
pation form prior to taking a tour.
NOTE: additional trips may be added
as opportunities arise
KISS ME KATE, Aug. 19, Alhambra
Dinner Theatre, Jacksonville
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, Sept.
5-6, Montgomery, AL
CUBA ADVENTURE, Sept. 11
NIAGARA FALLS & TORONTO, Sept.
15-23
NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 12-16
SPOTLIGHT ON TUSCANY, April 4-12,
2019 (Collette)
MAINE, June 22-30, 2019
ISLANDS OF NEW ENGLAND, Aug.
2-9, 2019 (Collette)
WASHINGTON, DC, Sept. 12-17, 2019
Little Dipper Sponsor Seven Hills Health and Rehabilitation’s Paul Kovary and
Natalie Booth (right), Janice Harvey (center), Dept. of Elder Affairs, and Sheila
Salyer (left), TSC Manager.
12 ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
ARM CHAIR TRAVEL CLUB
Attention Hardcore, Occasional, &
Yes, Armchair Travelers!
America’s Greatest National Parks,
Tue., July 10 & Aug. 14, 6-7:30 p.m.,
TSC, 1400 N. Monroe St. Join others
who share the passion for travel. We
invite you to share narratives, photos,
and films about some of your favorite
previous trips, places look forward to
visiting on future trips, and, perhaps,
our travel group even schedule a
trip(s) of common interest. The pri-
mary goal of a Tallahassee Travel Club
will be to follow Rick Steve’s advice –
to “keep on traveling.” Next two top-
ics will be discovering America’s
Greatest National Parks. $5. Look for
additional information about the
prospective Tallahassee Travel Club
on the Senior Center’s bulletin
boards. For more information, call
850-891-4000 or email Kristy.Car- 2018 Silver Stars Henry Steele and Mabel Huffman, and Mabel’s daughter, Sandy
ter@talgov.com. Saunders. Henry serves as a TSC Health Assistant and Mabel volunteers as a
receptionist for the Health Suite.
Jonnie Stoutamire and Dr. Robert Greenberg representing Big Dipper Sponsor
Mulligan Park.
ACTIVE LIVING
Billie Jones brings Hall of Fame touch to Senior Games
Nick Gandy

It’s likely none of the athletes playing at the 2018

Capital City Senior Games Table Tennis competition at
the Jack McLean Recreation Center realized they were
sharing the gymnasium with a member of the Florida
State University Athletic Department Hall of Fame.
It was Dr. Billie Jones, the head coach of the Lady
Seminole volleyball (1970, 1972-75) and softball (1971,
1972-74) programs. Dr. Jones, who earned a gold medal
competing in the 90-94 age group, played a major role
in the success of women’s intercollegiate athletics at
Florida State University.
She wore a proud smile in early June when the Sem-
inoles won their first Women’s Softball College World
Series against the University of Washington. She was
also in attendance for the after midnight celebration in
Tallahassee when the Seminoles defeated the LSU Ti-
gers to advance to the World Series. A last minute deci-
sion set up the final game of the Tallahassee Super Re-
gional on late Saturday night with storms from Trop-
ical Storm Alberto set to arrive on Sunday.
“I was very proud to think all of this started almost
50 years ago and all of the people like myself and many
others were involved over the years,” said Dr. Jones,
who earned her Ph.D. from Florida State in 1972. “The
credit really goes to all the young women who played
during a time when they paid to play. They paid for
their shoes and gloves and other equipment and they
played with great joy. Now you’re paid to play and you
still do it with great joy. The early people laid some
bricks and paved the way for those who won playing
with great joy. “
Jones brings that joy to the Capital City Senior
Games, competing in Table Tennis for the last three
years and adding Bag Toss in 2018. She plays table ten-
nis twice a week in her Westminster Oaks Community
and once during the week with another former Semi-
nole Softball Coach, JoAnne Graf. The old coach from Billie Jones, former coach of the FSU volleyball and softball programs, plays table tennis at the Senior
her past never really goes away and she offers up this Games.
advice to her fellow senior athletes.
“I guess I’m one of the senior members of the Senior
Games these days,” she said with a chuckle. “I just tell ment Science and Physical Education, Dr. Jones’ vol-
everyone to enjoy the moment. Be glad you’re playing leyball teams compiled a 107-22 record and made ap-
and can hit the ball. Enjoy the moment if you hit the pearances at the AIWA National Championship Tour-
ball or miss the ball and stay with it. Move up through nament from 1973-1975. Dr. Jones also coached the 1971
the age groups and stay with it as long as you can.” softball team to the state championship.
Many senior athletes follow the same advice as Ta- She devoted herself to teaching full-time in 1975,
ble Tennis is a sport that involves an entire lifestyle, but continued to be instrumental in the advancement
according to Florida Senior Games Table Tennis Sport of women’s athletics at Florida State. Dr. Jones has
Director, Brad Woodington. also co-authored four books on coaching and fitness
“For many Senior Games Table Tennis athletes and and her vision, dedication and persistence are one of
senior athletes in general, it’s their whole world,” Woo- the reasons that Florida State athletics has become
dington said. “It brings exercise, cardio workouts and one of the nation’s top overall programs.
socialization into their lives. For a lot of athletes, if Dr. Billie Jones punched her ticket into the FSU Ath-
they didn’t have the Senior Games, they probably letics Hall of Fame with close to 50 years of service to
wouldn’t still be alive and kicking.” the University. Now she provides that Hall of Fame ex-
While a professor in the FSU Department of Move- perience to the Capital City Senior Games. 

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Help those in need by volunteering
with Alzheimer’s Project programs
Debbie Moroney
CEO of Alzheimer’s Project
The Alzheimer’s Project is celebrat-
ing 26 years of service to the Big Bend
Region of Florida, founded on the ideal
of local volunteers supporting local
families. Join us for the following oppor-
tunities:
Volunteer Training - One of the Pro-
ject’s most important services is the So-
cial Club Respite Program. Offered on a
weekly basis at churches and other lo-
cations, the Social Club provides en-
gagement activities such as arts and
crafts, music therapy, pet therapy, and
games for people suffering from demen-
tia. The Alzheimer’s Project needs vol-
unteers to help with the Day Respite So-
cial Club. This is a vital, rewarding vol-
unteer opportunity. Volunteer training
will be conducted on July 27 at Saint
Paul’s United Methodist Church. For
more information call Megan at 850-
386-2778.
Memory Moments - The Alzheim-
er’s Project has partnered with Saint
Paul’s United Methodist Church to
launch Memory Moments, a two-hour
training program. The program will help
you recognize the signs of dementia, ex-
Transitions program helps families facing serious illness
Sharon Davidson
The definition of success is personal,
which is why Transitions is dedicated to
understanding our clients and their
unique needs. Transitions is a profes-
sionally managed, volunteer-based
support system provided in the comfort
of your home, assisted living facility,
nursing home or wherever you call
home.
Designed to assist those who have an
advancing illness with a prognosis of
one year or less, there is no fee for Tran-
sitions services. Volunteers and social
workers provide: friendship and com-
panionship, transportation, relief for
caregivers, wellness calls, resource re-
ferral(s), client and caregiver education,
and guidance in understanding com-
14 ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
FSU President John Thrasher and
AmeriCorps Member Volunteer,
Natalia Correa
plain the risk factors, offer coping strat-
egies for caregivers, and teach you how
to communicate better with a loved one
suffering from dementia. Memory Mo-
ments will be held at Saint Paul’s on
Aug. 24 from 6 - 8 p.m. and is open to the
public. To register call 850-286-2778.
FSU Humanitarian of the Year -
Natalia Correa, an AmeriCorps Member
Volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Project,
plex medical decisions.
Since August 2017, we have served 66
clients across the Big Bend. The best
way to illustrate the successful impact
of Transitions is to share some stories.
“Shelby” is a mother of an 11-year-old
boy and caregiver to her 80-year-old
mother. She stopped working to care for
her mother and has since encountered
financial challenges. The Transitions
social worker has linked Shelby to re-
sources for food and assisted in helping
Shelby coordinate with her employer to
work part-time due to her mother’s ad-
vancing illness. A volunteer provides
companionship to Shelby’s mother.
“Fred” is a fragile, elderly gentleman
living in an assisted living facility. He
does not have family in the area and is
ACTIVE LIVING
has been recognized as Florida State
University’s Humanitarian of the Year.
AmeriCorps Member Volunteers pro-
vide in-home respite services to mili-
tary families; Natalie completed her
AmeriCorps training and then served
families for approximately 14 hours per
week. As part of her award, Natalie re-
ceived a $1200 check, which in Natalie
fashion she immediately donated to the
Alzheimer’s Project. Congratulations
and a huge thanks to Natalie!
Support Groups - Caring for a loved
one is a difficult and sometimes lonely
job. Caregiver Support Groups are an
opportunity for you to meet people fac-
ing similar challenges. Caregiver Sup-
port Groups meet each Tuesday in Tal-
lahassee. For times and locations go to
Alzheimersproject.org or call 386-2778.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers -
The Alzheimer’s Project also offers an
invaluable six-week course, “Powerful
Tools for Caregivers.” Based on in-depth
research, the course teaches caregivers
valuable skills including self-care,
stress reduction, making tough deci-
sions, and much more. For class sched-
ules and registration call Megan or Ste-
phanie at 386-2778.
lonely. After a Transitions volunteer
started visiting Fred on a regular basis,
he said, “This is the first time I have felt
like I had a friend in a very long time.”
“Nancy” joined the Powerful Tools for
Caregivers Support Group and recently
moved her mother into a nursing home.
She has been struggling watching her
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First United Methodist Church
– Monticello, Tue., Jul. 10, 9
a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Tallahassee Memorial Cancer
Center, Sat., Aug. 4, 9 a.m. -
3:30 p.m.
Gadsden County Senior Cen-
ter - Quincy, Sat., Aug. 11, 9
a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cherry Laurel, Sat., Aug. 18, 9
a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Seating is limited. For details
and to register, call Katrina
Johnson, 850-514-0011.
mother, diagnosed with dementia,
slowly decline. After beginning the sup-
port group, Nancy said, “I feel as if I have
found my people, and I look forward to
this night the most out of the week.”
The Transitions Team is proud of
these successes, thankful for the honor
to be part of an individual’s life journey
and excited to help others. For questions
about the Transitions Program, contact
Bobbie Massey, LCSW, Transitions pro-
gram manager, at 850-671-6036. Addi-
tional information, including support
group dates and times, can be found at
www.WingsToCarryYou.org. 
Sharon Davidson is Director of Vol-
unteer and Community Services at Big
Bend Hospice.

LIFELONG OUTDOOR
PURSUITS
Fly-Fishing Workshops - Afternoon
& Evening Sessions
Are you 50+ years old? Interested in
learning to tie your own flies and how
to fish with them? Want to meet oth-
ers with a similar interest? Join us for
these fun, educa-
tional workshops in
partnership with
Florida Big Bend
Flyfishers, Inc. Learn
fly-fishing tech-
niques, materials and
designs. Practice
flycasting at a nearby waterway.
Afternoon Series: Tuesdays, July
10-August 14 (six weeks), 1-4 pm,
TSC Activity Room, 1400 N Monroe St.
$30 for entire series (equipment pro-
vided).
Evening Series: Tuesdays, August 21
thru Sept 25 (six weeks), 6-9 pm, TSC
Art Studio, 1400 N Monroe St. $30 for
entire series (equipment provided).
Registration required! Seating is lim-
ited. Email Susan.Davis@talgov.com
Charlene DeMarco wasn’t sure she
wanted to touch the worms but alas
she conquered the bait and got one on
her hook on a LifeLong Outdoor Pursuit
(LOP) fishing trip to Apalachicola. For
more info on LOP, call 891-4065 or email
Susan.Davis@talgov.com.
or call 850/891-4065. The LifeLong
Outdoor Pursuits is a program of-
fered by the Tallahassee Senior Cen-
ter and Foundation and sponsored in
part by Leon County Government,
which also funds senior programs at
six county-owned community centers
through the Senior Center Founda-
tion.
Charles Nuzzo snagged a “fish” during
casting lessons at the LifeLong
Outdoor Pursuits Fishing workshop.
For more info on future pursuits, call
891-4065 or email
Susan.Davis@talgov.com.
SPECIAL TSC EVENTS
Ice Cream Social, Mon., July 16, 12:30-2
p.m.
Downsizing Workshops, Mon., July 23
and Aug. 27, 10 a.m.
L3X Launch Parties, Exciting September
Classes!
Mon., Aug. 6, 8:30 – 10 a.m. / Tue., Aug.
7, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Let’s get proactive about clutter
Maren Cox
How many of us have put off thinking
about our future? Are you thinking
about whether to keep your current
home? Perhaps you want to downsize,
or even get control of clutter. Timing is
everything when it comes to making de-
cisions about change.
Regardless of whether you are a
boomer or a millennial, the trend is to
simplify. Last year, the Tallahassee Sen-
ior Center sponsored a well-attended
workshop to introduce strategies for
dealing with excessive possessions. The
speaker, Marni Jamieson, author of
“Downsizing the Family Home,” gave
valuable tips to accomplish a clutter-
free home.
We invite you to join us for follow-up
“Right Sizing and Down Sizing” work-
shops to be held on Mon., Jul. 23 and
Aug. 27, 10 - 11:30 a.m., TSC Auditorium,
1400 N. Monroe St. Many past attendees
report a feeling of liberation given new
declutter habits!
As a Senior Real Estate Specialist, I
often see people who feel unable to
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Membership Week - Sign up, prizes,
giveaways! Aug. 20-24
Save the Date! 40th Anniversary Cele-
bration
Tue., Aug. 28, 11 a.m. – noon (program);
noon – 6 p.m. (open house)
L3X - Lifelong Learning Extravaganza –
September!
Big Bend Art Showcase, Fri., Sept. 7,
6-8 p.m.
L3X Closing Luncheon, Fri., Sept 28,
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Active Living Expo – Exhibits, Wellness,
Prizes!
Oct. 11, 5-8 p.m. / Oct. 12, 9:30 a.m. –
12:30 p.m.
Insiders Art Show & Reception, Fri.,
Nov. 2, 6-8 p.m.
Brats & Brews Garden, Fri., Nov. 2, 5-9
p.m.
Deck the Halls - Gala, Martinis, Silent
Auction! Fri., Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m.
TCC Holiday Concert, Mon., Dec. 3, 7
p.m.
Capital Chordsmen, Thu., Dec. 6, &
Tue., Dec. 11, 7 p.m.
move forward on decisions because
they feel burdened and overwhelmed by
their belongings. Some homeowners do
not want to be anchored to cumbersome
maintenance and upkeep of large
houses and yards. Some of us want to
enjoy activities, travel, and be more
spontaneous. Decluttering a house is
crucial for it to sell quickly.
So, what is the first step to moving
seamlessly into your future? It begins
with dealing with your possessions —
your “stuff.” When a new adventure pre-
sents itself or a health crisis occurs,
many find that things may have been
easier if they had been proactive about
their belongings.
While decluttering can be physically
exhausting and emotionally draining,
there is no need to despair, the downsize
workshops offer a supportive environ-
ment to encourage you to gain control. If
all else fails, we can laugh together! To
register , email movingtallyse-
niors@gmail.com or call 850-728-3525.
Maren Cox is a Senior Real Estate
Specialist, Broker Assoc., Coldwell
Banker Hartung and Noblin.
ARTS
TSC ART EXHIBITIONS
Creativity in Oils & Acrylics
Family and friends celebrated a beauti-
ful exhibit of 46 paintings by TSC Art-
ists. Awards chosen by Juror Bart Frost
were announced: First Place – Siroos
Tamaddoni, Second Place – Janie Ma-
nasco, Third Place – Nancy Smith, Hon-
orable Mentions – Charles C. Pierce,
Ann Grissett, Mary Hafner, Jackie Lloyd.
Attendees voted on People’s Choice
Awards: Most Creative – Angela Whid-
den, Favorite Portrayal of Animals –
Siroos Tamaddoni, Favorite Landscape
and Favorite Use of Color – Sandy De-
Lopez, Overall Favorite Roger Messimer.
Exhibition on display in the TSC Audi-
torium through August 10.
Pantone Color of the Year – Ultra-Vio-
let
The TSC Dining Room is awash with a
plethora of purples as TSC participants
were challenged to incorporate the
2018 Color of the Year. Visitors to TSC
voted on their favorites: Overall Favor-
ite – Nancy Smith, Best Use of Ultra
Violet – Carol Little-Wilson, Most Cre-
ative – Jeannette Ward, Honorable
Mention – Rosemary Ferguson. Purple
prevails through August 6.
Senior Artist Showcase
Art Reception Awards Ceremony, Fri.
Sept. 7, 6-8 p.m. TSC Auditorium
Annual juried exhibition features art-
work of all media from active senior
artists residing in the big-bend area.
Bart Frost & Tonya Toole from Southern
Exposure Gallery selected the artwork
for the exhibit and the awards. Artwork
on display in the TSC second floor audi-
torium and first floor dining room Aug.
16 – Sept. 28.
UPCOMING ART WORKSHOPS
Art workshops require pre-registration
and payment one week before the first
class meeting. Most meet once a week
with a beginning and end date. They are
at the Tallahassee Senior Center unless
otherwise indicated. Call 850-891-4016
or email Leslie.Puckett@talgov.com for
class information, a registration form,
and a supply list.
Life Stories: Artistic Expression, Mar-
iann Kearsley
Thursdays, Aug. 16 – Oct. 4, 1-3:30
p.m., TSC Clay Studio
Making art is more than the skill of ren-
dering an image. Through class dis-
cussion and use of your sketchbook,
16 ❚ SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018 ❚ TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
Helen Anderfuren works in pastels
during the Wednesday Pastel
Landscapes Lab, guided by instructor
Wendy Devarieux. Both Anderfuren
and Devarieux have pieces that were
accepted in the upcoming 30th
Anniversary Exhibit at the Gadsden
Arts Center & Museum (July 13-Sept
8). Speaking of Anniversaries, mark
your calendar for the Senior Center's
40th Anniversary on August 28. For
more
develop ideas for artworks that repre-
sent your life experiences, creating a
personal style. Medium is the artist’s
choice. $80 (50+), $96 (others). Regis-
ter by Aug 7.
Beginning Watercolor, Diane Ogoraly
Fridays, Aug. 17–Sept. 21, 1 – 3:30 p.m.,
TSC Clay Studio
Enjoy learning the basics of painting
with watercolor. Good for beginners.
$60 (50+), $72 (others). Register by
Aug. 8.
Zentangle® Continuing - Mirror Oppo-
sites, Midori Okasako, CZT
Wednesdays, Aug. 22–Sept. 12, 1:30–
4:30 p.m., TSC Clay Studio
Explore tangle opposites on various
kinds of paper tiles with white & black
inks and a touch of color. $40 (50+), $48
(others). Prerequisite Intro to Zentan-
gle®. Register by Aug 15
White Zendala®, Midori Okasako, CZT
Wednesdays, Aug. 22–Sept. 12, 5:45 –
8:15 p.m., TSC Clay Studio
Continue with calming and fun Zentan-
gle® practice on white round tiles with
black/brown ink. $40 (50+), $48 (oth-
ers). Prerequisite Intro to Zentangle®.
Register by Aug 15.
Cohen’s Crafts – Basketry Woven and
Twined Reed, Leslie Cohen
Tuesdays, Sept. 4–Oct. 2 (skip Sept. 11),
1-3:30 p.m., TSC Clay Studio
Continuing or just starting out with
basketry, learn how to form and make
melon, egg, wall or hip baskets using
mainly reed. Learn twining and make a
twined bird house basket. Create fun
and functional basketry. No prior art
experience necessary. $40 (50+), $48
ACTIVE LIVING
(others). Register by Aug. 28.
Zentangle® Inspired Art, Midori Okasa-
ko, CZT
Wednesdays, Sept. 19–Oct. 17, 1:30–
4:30 p.m., TSC Clay Studio
Enjoy Zentangle on fabric, foldouts,
map-tangling, creating 3D, collage and
using your Zentangle journal. $50 (sen-
iors 50+), $60 (others). Register by Sept
12.
NEIGHBORHOOD LOCATIONS
Acrylic Painting, Debbie Gaedtke,
Southwood
Wednesdays, Aug. 1–29, 6-8 p.m.,
Southwood Community Center
Learn basic skills and develop tech-
niques with a versatile medium. Good
for both beginners and continuing art-
ists. $50 (50+), $60 (others). Register
by July 24.
Artistic Color Pencil with Robin Gray,
Westminster Oaks
Thursdays, Aug. 16–Sept. 27, 1 – 3:30
p.m., Pool House
Not just for coloring books, create your
own frameable artworks with colored
pencils. A class for beginners and more
experienced artists, exploring color
theory, blending and burnishing tech-
niques. $70 (50+), $84 (others). Regis-
ter by Aug 8.
Beginning Watercolor, Gail Bauman,
Lake Jackson Library
Mondays, Sept. 10–Oct. 15, 1 – 3:30
p.m.
Discover the fun of watercolors! Learn
and develop basic techniques and cre-
ative processes. Good for beginners
just starting out. $60 (50+), $72 (oth-
ers). Register by Aug 29.
Watercolor, Eluster Richardson, NE
Library Bradfordville
Thursdays, Sept. 6–Oct. 11, 1:30 – 4
p.m.
Develop skills and insight, improve
composition and subject matter while
working with watercolor. Intermediate
Level. $60 (50+), $72 (others). Register
by Aug 29.
Painting with Oils & Acrylics, Fran Buie,
Fort Braden Community Center
Thursdays, Aug. 23–Oct. 11, 2 - 4:30
p.m.
Opportunity to paint in either oil or
acrylic with some feedback and demon-
stration by professional-level, experi-
enced artist. Beginners and intermedi-
ates. $80 (50+), $96 (others). Register
by Aug 15.
WEEKLY STUDIO CLASSES
Weekly On-going studio classes meet
on a weekly basis and do not require
pre-registration. Pay the days you at-
tend. Instructors work with individual
students, and students assist and cri-
tique one another in a rewarding, col-
laborative environment. It is recom-
mended that you visit the class and talk
with the instructor before joining the
class; the instructor will provide you
with a supply list. Studio Artists have
the opportunity to exhibit work in the
center’s gallery spaces. All classes are
located at the Senior Center Art Studio
unless otherwise noted. Classes do not
meet on holidays, or during special
Senior Center activities. $10 per class
Seniors (age 50+), $12 Others (age
18-49). Buy an art card and get eight
classes for the price of seven. Call 850-
891-4016 or email Leslie.Puckett@tal-
gov.com for more information.
Drawing Like Durer & Friends - Pen &
Ink, Mark Fletcher, Mon., 12:30 – 3
p.m., Drawing with pencil, pen & ink,
and a splash of color. TSC Clay Studio.
Resumes Aug 6
Watercolor Tue. Morning Studio, Vis-
iting Teachers TBA, Tue., 9 a.m. – noon,
intermediates.
Engage with the Page, Mary Liz Tippin-
Moody, Tue., 1:00 – 3:30 p.m., drawing
& watercolor, mixed media explorations,
all levels.
Oil and Acrylic Painting, Debbie
Gaedtke, Wed., 1 - 4 p.m., beginners &
intermediate.
Draw With Your Eyes, Paint with your
Heart, Mark Fletcher, Bradfordville,
Wed., 1:30 - 4 p.m., Pen & Ink with a
little watercolor. Starts again August 8,
but check with TSC and/or Mark for
dates and location (Library will be used
for early voting). Beginners welcome.
Watercolor Thur. Morning Studio, Vis-
iting Teachers TBA, Thu., 9 a.m. – noon,
intermediates.
Drawing Etcetera, Maria Balingit, Thu.,
1 - 4 p.m., drawing, beginners and in-
termediates, skill levels, focus drawing
portraits and still life.
Oil Painting – Advanced, Eluster Rich-
ardson, Fri., 9 a.m. – noon, intermediate
and advanced.
Drawing Together, Michael Harrell, Fri.,
9:30 – 11:30 a.m., develop basics, pen-
cil, pen & ink. Beginners welcome.
Acrylic Painting, Debbie Gaedtke, Fri.,
12:30 – 3 p.m., Perfect for beginners
On-Going Studio Labs
Portrait Studio Lab, Mon., 9 a.m. –
noon, $5
Ceramics, Tue. & Wed., 9 a.m. – noon,
$2 plus cost of materials and firing fee.
Perfect for beginners 
VOLUNTEER RESOURCES
Want a healthier lifestyle with a
sense of purpose? Volunteer!
As many of us transition out of a ca-
reer or end our role as caregiver to a
spouse or family member, volunteering
can renew our sense of purpose and
prevent the social isolation that is a rec-
ognized as a health hazard in our later
years. In a 2007 study by the Corpora-
tion for National and Community Ser-
vice, Office of Research and Policy De-
velopment, The Health Benefits of Vol-
unteering: A Review of Recent Research,
some major benefits of volunteering are
illustrated below:
“Older volunteers . . . who devote a
“considerable” amount of time to volun-
teer activities (about 100 hours per year)
are most likely to exhibit positive health
outcomes.”
“A study of adults age 65 and older
found that the positive effect of volun-
teering on physical and mental health is
due to the personal sense of accom-
plishment that an individual gains from
his or her volunteer activities.” (Herzog
et al., 1998)
Based on health and volunteering da-
ta from the U.S. Census Bureau and the
Center for Disease Control, “states with
a high volunteer rate also have lower
rates of mortality and incidences of
heart disease.”
A growing body of research indicates
that those who volunteer have lower
mortality rates and less depression,
along with a greater sense of control
over one’s life and higher rates of self-
esteem and happiness. “One study
found that volunteering among older
adults (age 60 and over) provided bene-
fits to both physical and mental health,
while similar correlations were not
found for mid-life adults who volunteer.
. . While depression is a barrier to volun-
teer participation in mid-life adults, it
serves as a catalyst for volunteering
among older adults, who may seek to
compensate for role losses and atten-
uated social relations that occur with
aging.” (Li and Ferraro, 2006)
*Source for these facts: www.nation-
alservice.gov/pdf/07_0506_hbr.pdf,
www.aarp.org/health/healthy-liv-
ing/info-2017/health-benefits-volun-
teering-seniors-fd.html
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Area Agency on Aging For North
Florida, AAANF.org, 850-488-0055
Maintains a database of a variety of
Jill Sandler, TSC Advisory Council Chair, Gena Varn and Addie Caroll-Beal
(podium), TSC Volunteer Coordinators, present the 15-Year Volunteer
Appreciation Awards, at the Silver Stars Gala, to Jean Conrad, Seniors Vs. Crime,
and Eddie Belk, Helping Hands.
volunteer opportunities in Leon County
at various organizations and serves as
an excellent starting point for deciding
which areas are of interest.
Department of Elder Affairs, Shine
Program, FloridaShine.org, 800-963-
5337
Contact a SHINE liaison at the num-
ber listed above. Offers health insurance
education, counseling and assistance to
people with Medicare and their families
and caregivers.
Elder Care Services, ElderCareBig-
Bend.org, 850-921-5554
Meals On Wheels – Deliver meals to
homebound, frail elders. Adopt-a-
Grandparent Program – Provide ser-
vices from friendly visits to picking up
groceries for homebound elders. Addi-
tional programs: Retired & Senior Vol-
Carolyn
Cummings
(center), HELPLINES and
appreciated for
25 years of HOTLINES
volunteer Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873
service with
Legal Services Area Agency on Aging, Elder
of North Florida, Helpline: 800-963-5337
Inc., Carol’s Consumer Hotline: 800-435-7352
mom, Mildred
Davis (seated), Medicare Hotline: 800-633-4227
Nancy Godette 2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211
(left), 2018
Silver Star,
Advisory
Council at various organizations and serves as
Member, and an excellent starting point for deciding
her brother Rick which areas of interest to the volunteer.
Jefferson. Literacy Volunteers of Leon Coun-
ty, LiteracyVolunteersleon.org, 850-
606-2644
Provides tutoring at the Leon County
Public libraries to individuals in need of
improving reading and writing skills.
Programs include Adult Basic Reading
Program, Family Literacy Program (B.L.
Perry Library) and English as a Second
Language Program.
Red Cross, RedCross.org/Local/
Florida/North-Florida, 850-878-6080
Provides services for disasters., safe-
ty and military casework.
Tallahassee Senior Center, Tal-
gov.com/Seniors, 850-891-4000
Volunteers help serve in various pro-
grams including administrative ser-
vices, art programs, computer lab, GaP,
special events, health and wellness, li-
brary and seniors vs. crime. Adult Auxil-
iary Program provides volunteer oppor-
tunities at Tallahassee Memorial Hospi-
tal.
OTHER
unteer Program. Seniors Transporting
At-Risk Seniors (STARS), Elder Day Capital Regional Medical Center,
Stay, Senior Companion Program (SCP), CapitalRegionalMedicalCenter.com,
and Foster Grandparent Program (FGP). 850-325-5116
Good News Outreach, GoodNew- Provides a variety of hospital volun-
sOutreach.org, 850-412-0016 teer opportunities.
Offers various volunteer positions, Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare,
including receptionist data entry, distri- TMH.org/Volunteer, 850-431-5331
bution helper, pantry assistant/stocker, Provides a variety of hospital volun-
food route driver, senior companion and teer opportunities.
more. NOTE: This information is not guar-
Kearney Center, KearneyCente- anteed to be all inclusive and does not
r.org, 850-792-9000 imply endorsement of any persons, of-
Various volunteer positions are avail- fices or agencies by Tallahassee Senior
able; applications are provided on their Services. This Resource Card is a ser-
website. vice of Tallahassee Senior Center &
Volunteer Leon, VolunteerLeo- Foundation. For more information on
n.org, 850-606-1970 senior resources, call 850-891-4043,
Maintains a database of a variety of email Sandra.Stoutamire@talgov.com
volunteer opportunities in Leon County or visit Talgov.com/Seniors. 
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BE A KEY HOLDER
Join the Tallahassee Senior Founda-
tion today. Your contribution pays for
programs and enhances services. Mail
or drop off your annual membership
contribution at the Senior Center or visit
www.TallahasseeSeniorFounda-
tion.org/Membership/ for more infor-
mation or to join online.
Membership
Senior Citizen (Age 50+) $25
Senior Couple $40
Supporter (under age 50) $35
Non-profit Organization $50
Key Holders
Diamond $5,040
Platinum $2,520
Ruby $1,500
Gold $1,020
Silver $540
Bronze $240
Friend $120
Thank you for being a key to active
THANKS TO OUR SPECTACULAR
2018 SILVER STAR SPONSORS!
Presenting Sponsor
Capital Health Plan
Universe Sponsor
Capital Home Health
Milky Way
Capital Regional Medical Center
Eye Associates of Tallahassee
Starburst
Centre Pointe Health & Rehabilitation
Magnolia Wellness
Big Dipper
Audiology Associates of North Florida
Brookdale - Centre Pointe / Hermitage
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Memory Care
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Home Instead Senior Care
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Mulligan Park, Gracious Retirement
Living
Pacifica Senior Living Woodmont
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Quality Living Alert TSCF Board Members at the 2018 Silver Stars Gala. From right, Carol
Thompson-Riley, Treasurer, Linda Roberts, Immediate Past President, John Buck,
Tallahassee Moose Lodge 1075
Edna Owens, Secretary, Scott Harrell, President, Sheila Salyer, Executive
Tapestry Senior Living Director, Jane Parsons, Ajay Chadha, Doug Carlson, Vice-President, and Jim
Davis, CPA.
Westminster Oaks Active Living Com-
munity
Little Dipper
Amy Porter
CapTel Captioned Telephones
Dr. William Effinger
HarborChase of Tallahassee
Healing by Nature, LLC
Medical Marijuana Treatment Clinics of
Florida
Drew Nelson & Ryan Kelly, New York Life
David Perkins, CPA
Red Hills Village Retirement Resort
Seven Hills Health & Rehabilitation
Tallahassee Memorial Lifeline
Talquin Electric
Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors,
Theobald-Bascom Group
ACTIVE LIVING
Newcomers, retirees find warm TALLAHASSEE SENIOR
FOUNDATION BOARD

welcome at Choose Tallahassee MEMBERS

Scott Harrell, President
Doug Carlson, Vice-President

Audrey Byrne Carol Thompson-Riley, Treasurer

TSC Communications Coordinator
Edna Owens, Secretary

Over 100 folks were in attendance Linda Roberts, Immediate Past

at the June Choose Tallahassee Red President
Carpet reception hosted by the Talla- Ken Brummel-Smith, M.D.
hassee Senior Center & Foundation.
Sheila Salyer, Director of the TSC and Danielle Buchanan
Michelle Bono, Choose Tallahassee John Buck
Chair, welcomed “newcomers” and at-
tendees. “Choose Tallahassee is an in- Ajay Chadha
credible group of local volunteers who Jim Davis, CPA
understand the many economic and
social benefits for our community by Sandy DeLopez
sharing what a great place this is for Maicel Green
your active retirement” said Bono.
“Our goal for local residents is to en- Jeanie Martin-Armstrong
courage them to visit ChooseTalla- Elda Martinko
hassee.com and help recruit their
friends and family members to also Jane Parsons
move to Tallahassee,” she added. Bryan Desloge, Emeritus
The New York Times recently fea- Kandace Rudd, JD, MSW, Attorney with Waldoch & McConnaughhay, and Steve
tured an article on Choose Tallahas- Halsell, CFP, CASL, Certified Financial Planner with Prudential Financial Planning, AJ McMullian, Emeritus
see titled “A Florida City Wants More provided informative presentations at the June Legacy Planning workshop at the Sheila Salyer, Executive Director
Retirees” by Elizabeth Olson. Says Bo- TSC. Attendees learned the importance of discussing your wishes with your
no, “When it was published in the beneficiaries as well as strategies to make it easier to manage your assets. SENIOR SERVICES
Times on June 10, we saw an immedi- Active planning puts you in control and allows you to make a positive impact on
ate impact with thousands visiting future generations. Please consider the TSC Foundation in your estate planning. ADVISORY COUNCIL
our website and the websites of our For more information, email Karin.Caster@talgov.com or call 850-891-4041. Jill Sandler, Chair
sponsors. Nearly 300 people signed Consider becoming a member of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation, visit
up to receive regular email updates www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/membership for more information about Freida Travis, Vice Chair
and information. Since then, the arti- membership and benefits. Peter Piper, Secretary
cle has been republished in other
newspapers across the country and Paul Boisvert
we know it will lead to people choos- Addie Carroll-Beal
ing Tallahassee as their retirement
community.” E. Ann Cleare
“The Red Carpet partnership be- Nancy Daws
tween the Senior Center and Choose
Tallahassee keeps growing in terms of Steve Gagne
attendees, sponsors and warmth,” Nancy Godette
said Michelle Bono. “It’s a wonderful
way to greet and welcome new retir- Charles Hazelip
ees to our community and you are Abi Moon
sure to leave the event with great in-
formation about local businesses, and Tiya Isom-Morris
likely a new friend!” Annie Rolle
The Red Carpet event was spon-
sored by the Tallahassee Senior Cen- Antonio Terracciano, Ph.D., Geri-
ter & Foundation and Choose Talla- atrics
hassee. Refreshments provided by For Ed Vertuno
the Table Hospitality.

Attendees at the June Choose Tallahassee Red Carpet Reception

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