Nov. 14 Active Living

Active Living
Tallahassee.com | sUNDaY NoVemBeR 14, 2010
The magazine for Tallahassee’s active older adult community
INSIDE: GOLDEN REVIEW
Artists in action Classes, exhibits take

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A program of the Tal- ers.
lahassee Senior Foun-
dation
Calendar of Events -
n Senior Fitness
Class: Mon./Wed./Fri.,
9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
Learning about Lear
Come Join the Fun! n Lo-Impact Senior
Call 891-4065 for Fitness: Mon., 10:30 –
more information. 11:30 a.m & Thu., 10:15
Unless otherwise noted, – 11:15 a.m. $36 per
$2 donation per class. 6-week session. Pre-reg-
istration required, call
Bradfordville Historic 891-4065.
School House
Fort Braden
Draw with Your Community Center
Eyes, Paint with Your
Heart: Instructor: Cards for Fun:
Mark Fletcher. Wednes- Thur., 1:30 – 3:30 p.m,
days 1–4 p.m., Feb. 2 – $1 donation per class
Mar. 9. Call 891-4016 to Beginning Painting
register. $48 (55+), $60 with Oils & Acrylics:
others. Instructor: Robert De-
Senior Fitness Witt Smith. Thursdays
Beginners: Tue./Thur., 2– 5 p.m., Feb .3 – Mar.
10:30 – 11:15 a.m. 10. Call 891-4016 to reg-
Senior Fitness ister. $48 (55+), $60 oth-
Intermediate: Tue./ ers.
Thur., 11:30 a.m. – Senior Fitness
12:30 p.m. Class: Mon./Wed., 10:30
Senior Fitness: – 11:30 a.m.
Tue./Thur., 1 – 2 p.m.
Social Bridge: Mon, Miccosukee
1–4 p.m., $1 donation. Community Center
Chaires-Capitola Bus Trip to Wal-Mart:
Dorothy C. Spence Fri., Dec. 3 & Jan.7, 10
Community Center a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $2
round-trip. Shakespearian actors Brent Griffin and Kate Lechler visit Bradfordville’s lifelong learning class series, “King Lear: Up close and
Personal.” Join TSC for a Limelong Learning lecture, lunch and field trip to see Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” on Sunday, Nov.
Drawing and 21. Meet at noon at Milano Pizzaria (Across from Raa Middle School on Tharpe Street) for lunch and to hear actor and scholar
Painting Workshop: Woodville Community Kevin Carr. Then at 2:30 p.m. Capital City Shakespeare performs “The Tempest” at FSU’s Conradi Theater. Discounted tickets are
Instructor: Bart Frost. Center available for $10, plus cost of lunch. RSVP required. Call Susan Davis, 891-4065.
Wednesdays, 1–3:30
p.m., Feb. 2 – Mar. 9. Senior Fitness Class:
Call 891-4016 to regis- Mon./Wed., 8:30 – 9:30
ter. $48 (55+), $60 oth- a.m.
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waltz at the Nutcracker Ball
n Contra Dance Strings band, caller Ron
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nity Friends of Old
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Fun, energetic, easy Dance
Mark calendar for the dancing. No experience

necessary. Families wel-
come!
Free dance lesson
from 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.;
dances 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
holiday party 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
$7 adults; $5 students
$8 USA Dance mem-
bers; $12 non-members
& seniors; $3 for 12 and Sat., Nov. 20, USO
under if dancing. Dance
GaP Family Holiday Party Upcoming dance Sat., Dec. 18, Nut-
Tue., Dec 14 Fri., Dec. 10, Greasy cracker Ball
4 – 6:30 p.m.
Mary Brogan Museum, 350 S. Duval
Senior transportation leaders representing the De-
January is used as a planning month for the GaP TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER HOLIDAY HOURS partments of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles,
Program. The next regular meeting will be the GaP Transportation, and Elder Affairs, as well as Talla-
Nov. 23 & 24 Close at 5 p.m. hassee’s Senior Services Manager Shelia Salyer,
Support Lunch on Wed., Feb. 23, 2011. Nov. 25 & 26 closed for Thanksgiving Holiday middle, gather at Capital City Christian Church for a
Dec. 21-23 close at 5 p.m. CarFit event.
E-mail wendy.halleck@talgov.com or call 891-4008 DEC. 24 closed for Christmas Eve
if you would like more information or to RSVP for Dec. 27-30 Close at 5 p.m.
any events above! Thank you for early RSVP’s. It Dec. 31 closed for New Year’s Eve
helps us plan!
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ect, Inc. has been grow-
ing! Since January 2010
the agency added five
new caregiver support
groups with accompa-
nying patient respite
rooms for persons with
Alzheimer’s or demen-
tia in the following
rural counties: Gads-
As part of the Department of Elder Affairs’ Older Workers Celebration, the Tal- den County (Chatta-
lahassee Senior Foundation recently recognized staff that continues to work hoochee), Liberty Coun-
after reaching age 55. From left, Rosetta Land, Carolyn Brown, Kim Corsmeier, ty (Bristol), Franklin
Senior Services manager Sheila Salyer, Toni Walmsley, Willie Porter and Dale County (Apalachicola),
Hereford. Madison County (Madi-
son) and Taylor County
(Perry). The concurrent
respite room affords
caregivers the oppor-
tunity to bring their
loved ones with them to
the caregiver support
group where they can
be assured of a safe and
supportive atmosphere.
Support groups afford MIKE EWEN/democrat files
caregivers an oppor- Music therapist Hakeem Leonard jokes with Alzheimer’s
tunity to reach out to patients during a Monday meeting this summer at Killearn
other caregivers who United Methodist Church. The church started a respite
may be going through program for caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients. The person with
similar experiences Alzheimer’s can come to the church from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. two
Mondays a month, while the caregiver gets a break. During
and share information the meeting, patients got to enjoy a sing-along with music
with and learn from therapist Hakeen Leonard before breaking for lunch.
one another. Caregiv-
ers frequently report peers. reported to help allevi-
that they find comfort It is generally accept- ate stress and reduce
in knowing that they ed that there are long- anxiety.
are not alone and that lasting benefits for care- All services provided
other people can relate givers who include an by the Alzheimer’s Proj-
to their circumstanc- improved quality of life ect, Inc. are fee-free and
es. In addition, support and the free exchange we encourage commu-
groups offer caregiv- of information and emo- nity volunteerism and
ers the opportunity to tional support as well well as caregiver partic-
learn new techniques to as the camaraderie that ipation. For more infor-
help them work through such socialization helps mation on group loca-
problem behaviors with provide. Caregivers tions, dates and times,
their loved ones and also learn to take care please visit our website
provide an opportunity of themselves through at www.alzheimersproj-
Miss a day. Miss a lot. for them to gain vital
information from their
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techniques which are
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Jeanne Alderson’s “Waterscape.”

Christie Moore’s “Flying Low.” Moore is a new TSC Art Council
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position as Charles Hazelip, TSC art instructor, steps down
after serving as fair coordinator for five years.
Barbara Thurston-Pagnie at work.
Instructor Charles artists keep busy in
Hazelip helps Jane
Turner with a painting the fall. Workshops,
at the Senior Center.
Photo by Mike
lectures and
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provide art show
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Loraine Clark talks about Plein Air painting as part of the Conversations in Art Series. John Felton will discuss choosing the right brought to you by:
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Gehry expansion starts at Philadelphia Art Museum Brush up art skills

By Joann Loviglio TALLAHASSEE
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
SENIOR CENTER
PHILADELPHIA n Studio Guided
— It’s not typical for a Art Classes
loading dock to be the On-going Studio
celebrated subject of a Classes are available
groundbreaking cere- for all levels of art-
mony, but Frank Geh- ists from beginners to
ry is not your typical professionals. Instruc-
architect. tors work with indi-
Gehry joined more vidual students who
than 100 dignitaries, assist and critique one
philanthropists and art another in an excit-
aficionados on Nov 9 at ing, collaborative envi-
the Philadelphia Muse- ronment. No pre-reg-
um of Art to mark the Matt RouRKE/ Matt RouRKE/The Associated Press istration required. It MIKE EWEN/Democrat
start of construction The Associated Press A vaulted hallway that has been closed to the public is seen is recommended that Artist Mary Hafner adds a
on his 68,000-square- Architect Frank Gehry is seen after a groundbreaking ceremony at the Philadelphia Museum you visit the class and small detail to her painting.w
foot, $81 million under- before a groundbreaking of Art in Philadelphia on Nov. 9. The museum marked the start talk to the instruc- The scene is from a small
ceremony at the Philadelphia of construction of a large underground expansion designed by Spanish village. The Senior
ground utility space. Museum of Art. architect Frank Gehry. tor before joining the Center on N. Monroe Street
Museum officials class; the instructor has over 140 different
said the new space will ing cavernous spaces lating exteriors, among will provide you with programs for seniors
provide much need- to its original purpose to showcase oversized them the Guggen- an individualized sup- including cards, billiards,
ed improvements for as a street-level visitor contemporary works heim Museum Bil- ply list. Studio Artists dancing and art.
the care and storage entrance. and Asian art as well bao in Spain — nick- have the opportunity
of art works and will The “loading dock” is as rotating exhibi- named “the artichoke” to exhibit in the Cen-
make deliveries sim- expected to be complet- tions. The project will by locals — and the ter’s gallery spaces. ing in Oil & Acrylic,
pler — from food to fine ed in 2012. After that, add 80,000 square feet steel-curved Walt Dis- All classes are locat- Wed, 9:30 a.m. – noon;
art. More important to planning will begin on of gallery space to the ney Concert Hall in Los ed at the Senior Cen- Instructor: Charles
visitors, it will return a vast underground museum. Angeles. ter unless otherwise Hazelip
a vaulted walkway gallery, also designed “We’re going to really Designed to be near- noted. TSC Art Studio Oil and Acrylic
that runs through the by Gehry. Tons of dirt respect the building, so ly invisible to passers- will be closed Dec. 16 Painting – Interme-
length of the museum and rocks will be exca- you don’t have to worry by, the underground – Jan. 10. diate, Wed., 1 – 4 p.m.;
— and has been used vated under the steps of about it. I’m not going expansion presents a Fee per Class $8 Instructor: Charles
for shipping and receiv- the 82-year-old neoclas- to mess with it,” Gehry challenge for an archi- (55+) $10 for others. Hazelip
ing since the 1970s — sical landmark, creat- told his audience, which tect famous for eye-pop- n Weekly Studio Watercolor,
erupted in laughter. ping exteriors. Gehry Classes Thur., 9 a.m. – Noon;
“We’re going to take acknowledged that the Artistry in Clay: Instructor: Rosemary
advantage of the open- loading dock is utilitar- Handbuilding, Ferguson
ness of the structure ian by necessity, but Mon., 10 a.m. – Noon; All Media Art at
and make it really won- said the public won’t Instructor: Mark Heritage Oaks, Tue.,
derful.” be disappointed when Fletcher 6 – 9 p.m.; Instructor
Gehry is world the final phase that Watercolor, Bart Frost
famous for creating includes the gallery is Tues., 9 a.m. – Noon; For information call
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By Ula Ilnytzky you come to pick up the who spent much of his
next delivery,’” he said. later career as a politi-
“When he forgot to cal cartoonist.
NEW YORK — Jer- call, as he often did, A student of literature
ry Robinson was 18 they were destroyed,” who attended Colum-
when he created the added Robinson, whose bia University, he said
Joker, Batman’s vil- work was featured last he wanted the Joker
lainous psychopath- year in a Los Angeles “more in the line of lit-
ic nemesis. He was exhibition “ZAP! POW! erary Shakespearean
among the pioneers of BAM! The Superhero: villains.”
a new American art The Golden Age of Com- So he created a vil-
form that included Fred ic Books, 1938-1950.” lain with no super pow-
Ray, whose iconic 1942 Robinson, who is the ers but one with mani-
comic book cover known subject of a new biog- acal tendencies who
as Superman Patriotic ComicConnect.com/ raphy, “Jerry Robinson: schemes to destroy his
Shield sealed the super- The Associated Press Ambassador of Com- archenemy Batman
Fred Ray’s original 1942 cover ComiCConneCt.Com/The Associated Press
hero’s status as the Jerry Robinson, who created the Joker, stands with the two ics,” is the only cre- and delights in his own
artwork to Superman #14 is
defender of “Truth, Jus- shown. Also known as the framed covers, Superman #14 and Detective Comics #69, that ator of the golden age of warped sense of humor.
tice and the American “patriotic shield” cover, it is will be offered for auction on ComicConnect.com. comics from the 1940s The idea of the Jok-
Way.” widely considered to be the still alive, said Fish- er’s image came from
The two men worked most valuable single piece ment. “Nobody thought Fishler, owner of Comic- ler. “Ninety-nine point the joker found in a
side by side at DC Com- of original comic art still in of the original art work Connect.com. nine percent of the art deck of cards, which
ics. But it was Robinson existence. as having any value. It DC Comics co- ... doesn’t exist any lon- were always around the
who had the wherewith- wasn’t valued until it publisher Jim Lee ger. Publishers were house, he said, because
al to save the original 10 through Dec. 1. was published.” described it as “an there to make money, so his brother and mother
Superman 14 cover art The Superman cov- “I just had the sense important part of com- to warehouse the hand- were champion bridge
depicting “The Man of er is expected to bring that it should be saved,” ic book history ... pure drawn black and white players.
Steel” with a bold eagle $500,000 to $1 million, said Robinson, who was Americana.” art was a waste of mon- While both covers
perched on his shoul- the Joker more than a member of the origi- Robinson explained ey.” have been in his life for
der in front of a U.S. $400,000. nal Batman team at DC that the Patriotic Shield Robinson’s Joker cover a while, Robinson said
shield — as well as his In the days before Comics, working along- “became the iconic cover — one of his first — is he was selling them
own “Double Guns” the comic book became side Superman’s other of World War II.” the only image to depict because “now I’m 88
Detective Comics No. 69 accepted as a legitimate big-name creators, Jer- “Americans needed the supervillain using and I reluctantly have
prototype showing the American art form, the ry Siegel and Joe Shus- heroes and Superman guns. to make that decision.”
maniacal Joker rising original artworks — ter, and Captain Amer- became our hero,” he The firearm was The record for a piece
out of an Aladdin lamp executed in black and ica illustrator Jack said. “Superman would nixed because “we of original comic art,
pointing guns at Bat- white India ink on thick Kirby, at DC’s New York fight the Nazis and Hit- wanted the Joker to be attained this year, is
man and Robin. drawing boards — had headquarters. ler. He became a symbol resourceful, to use other $380,000 for a 1955
Nearly 70 years lat- no intrinsic value. To Robinson, the of America.” means of his own. All Weird Science cover by
er, Robinson is reluc- “It was a new genre, Superman “just was “As soon as I finished other common villains Frank Frazetta. The
tantly parting with the a new art form,” Rob- perfect.” a cover and I wanted to of the time used guns. record for a comic book
two original artworks inson told The Associ- “’Truth, Justice and save it I’d have to call The Joker was different. is $1.5 million, set last
through the online ated Press in a tele- the American Way’ the engraver and say, ... I wanted to create a year, for a 1938 issue
auctioneer ComicCo- phone interview from really came from that ‘Please don’t destroy villain worthy of Bat- of a Superman Action
nnect.com, from Nov. his Manhattan apart- cover,” said Stephen that, send it back when man,” said Robinson, Comics No. 1 issue.
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By Lauran Neergaard No matter the brand, gesting they’re compil-
Holiday gatherings genomic screening ing an electronic family
How to create famiLy HeaLtH Histories takes a broad look at health tree.
can be a good
WASHINGTON — DNA variations, includ- Chicago’s Rubinstein,
Make Grandma spill Some tips on creating family health histories, chance to gather ing some that scientists who is testing a next-
the beans: Uncovering from the government and genetic specialists: the information. aren’t sure play a big generation tool, found
all the diseases that n Start with information about your own health role. Yet it often doesn’t that women’s newly
lurk in your family tree and that of your parents, children and siblings. include high-profile created family health
can trump costly genet- Then add grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins tory compare with gene mutations that are histories include much
ic testing in predicting from both sides of the family. those online genomic linked for specific dis- more information than
what illnesses you and n Include a range of health conditions, from testing services — sold eases and can require was in their regular
your children are likely heart disease and cancer to arthritis and problems without a doctor’s pre- more specialized test- medical charts — even
to face. during pregnancies. scription for hundreds ing, Eng explains. if they did need a nudge
n Ask about the age when health problems
It may sound old- of dollars — that ana- Navigenics didn’t about the paternal side.
arose, and the cause and age of death for
fashioned, but a Cleve- deceased relatives. lyze DNA glitches and return a call for com- “It’s not uncommon
land Clinic study com- n If possible, ask follow-up questions such as
predict people’s predis- ment. to think, ‘I look like
paring which method whether a heart attack was preceded by treatment position to various dis- “Family histo- one parent, that affects
best uncovered an for high blood pressure or high cholesterol. eases? ry remains the best the illness I’m going to
increased risk of cancer n Include lifestyle information, such as family eat- To find out, the genetic tool we have, get,’” Rubinstein says.
helps confirm the value ing and exercise habits, where people live, com- Cleveland Clinic’s Eng but health care pro- “Generally that’s not
of what’s called a fam- mon occupations. recruited 44 people — viders are not tak- the case.”
ily health history. n Update information as new illnesses are diag- 22 patients in her fam- ing advantage” of it, Because genes seldom
All it costs is a little nosed and the family grows. ily cancer clinic and says Dr. Maren Sch- are destiny, a family
time questioning your n Respect that some relatives may not want to their spouses — for a euner of the Veterans health tree also should
relatives, yet good fam- share their health history. family health history Affairs Healthcare Sys- reflect shared environ-
ily health trees are n If your children and grandchildren don’t ask, and a saliva test from tem in Los Angeles, mental or lifestyle fac-
rare. A government offer your information. one of those genomic who is leading a pilot tors that can further
survey estimated less “If you’re a grandparent, a family health history services, Navigenics, to project to add family affect an inherited risk,
than a third of families is a gift you can give to your grandchildren,” says calculate their risk for cancer histories to the says James O’Leary of
have one — and time- James O’Leary of the nonprofit Genetic Alliance. colon cancer and breast VA’s electronic medi- the nonprofit Genet-
crunched doctors sel- or prostate cancer. cal records at two area ic Alliance, which just
dom push their patients Online: Both approaches clas- clinics. won government fund-
to remedy that. Surgeon General’s My Family Health Portrait: sified about 40 per- Popularity may be ing to help spread fam-
“I view family health familyhistory.hhs.gov and for getting-started info, cent of participants as growing. The surgeon ily health histories to
http://www.hhs.gov/familyhistory/
histories as back to the Genetic Alliance “Does It Run The Family” Cam- having above-average general’s office counts community health cen-
future,” says Dr. Charis paign: www.geneticalliance.org risk — but they picked nearly 30,000 new visi- ters that serve the poor.
Eng, a cancer geneticist American Society of Human Genetics: www. the same people only tors a month to its “My “Collecting your fam-
at the Cleveland Clin- talkhealthhistory.org/ about half the time. For Family Health Por- ily health history isn’t
ic’s Genomic Medicine example, the genom- trait” Web site since just about knowing, it’s
Institute. “It’s the best ic screening missed summer, about a third about making healthy
kept secret in health all nine people with of whom return, sug- choices,” he says.
care.” a strong family risk
Holiday gatherings only know less about doctor’s waiting room. of colon cancer, five of
can be a good chance
to gather the informa-
the health of their
paternal relatives, they
Mom hasn’t confided
her soaring cholesterol?
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GOLDENREVIEW The official newsletter of the Tallahassee Senior Center
Deck your halls for a really good cause Inside:
Cornerstone
Reaches
By Rosetta Stone Land Goal, page 2
Jazz up your evening BOOM, page

with the Deborah Law- 2
son Band and get ready
to Deck the Halls! Plan Pedestrian
now to attend the Tal- Workshop,
lahassee Senior Cen- page 3
ter’s annual benefit event
“Deck the Halls, a Cel- TSC Health
ebration of Wreaths,” to Calendar,
be held on Friday, Dec. page 4
3, beginning at 6:30
p.m. It’s a true spectacle Senior Days
of entertainment, food, & Circles,
beverage, shopping and
TICKETS ON SALE NOW page 5
more. Wreaths, of course, Deck the Halls & Celebration of Wreaths
take center stage. Friday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m. L3X—Wheels
Holiday creations, dec- Entertainment by the Deborah Lawson Band on the Bus,
orated in the blues of Fine Food & Beverage pages 6/7
Chanukah or the reds Silent Auction & Wreath Sale
and gold of Christmas, Wine Tree Membership
already decorate the Old Martini Bar and Donors,
Armory walls and sport page 8
“buy it now” or bidding see where your talent eral may be purchased
opportunities. Wreaths takes you.” Camp excit- even before Deck the Board
of brightly colored blos- edly describes her cork- Halls. Member
soms hang among others and-grapes wreath and a “I have always loved Mary Bradley, TSC artist and apron painter, shows off some of the Profile, page
with seasonal themes. table top tree decorated whimsical, childlike Deck the Halls wreaths up for auction or “Buy it Now.” 8
Lemons, limes and pep- with old buttons. In all, things and I chose a
pers — even pumpkins she’s created and donat- mouthwatering, candy- Poet Laureate Mary with your choice of Capital
and gourds — adorn a ed more than a dozen filled gingerbread house,” Jane Ryals and Sheriff wreaths, wearing an art- Chordsmen,
few while traditional wreaths for the signa- laughs Gena Varn when Larry Campbell. Oth- ist-inspired apron, carry- page 9
wreaths sparkle with sil- ture event. describing her apron er auction items include ing a bottle of select wine
ver ribbons. Amid the But wreaths aren’t the painting adventure. memberships, massages, and holding certificates Nimble
display of nearly 100 only select offerings this Where can you buy a gift certificates, jewelry, to your favorite restau- Fingers Buzz,
originals, you’ll even find year. TSC artists paint- celebrity? Really, buy a hotel stays and special rants. Remember, it’s all page 9
a wreath adorned with ed and decorated chef’s celebrity! Shop the silent community event tickets. for a good cause. Pro-
jewelry. aprons for the signa- auction and be the high Our Winter Wine ceeds fund senior cen- Senior Center
Ann Camp, a contrib- ture event that is now bidder for half-day expe- Tree is decorated with ter programming and for the Arts,
uting artist and wreath- a holiday tradition for riences with Tallahas- reds, whites, blush and enhance the lives of our page 10
maker for the festive many in the area. Sun- see’s Fire Chief Cindy blended wines, from less elder citizens.
evening, enthusiastical- flowers, holiday designs Dick or NPR’s Tom Flan- expensive varieties to a Deck the Halls tickets Senior
ly says, “It’s just plain and many other patterns igan. Other celebrities prized bottle of bubbly. are $35 and are available Resources,
fun to create something leap from white, red or include WCTVs Shon- Choose from our hand- for purchase now at the page 11
unusual, donate it for the green aprons. The one- da Knight, Tallahas- painted martini glasses Senior Center. Tallahas-
cause, and help senior of-a-kinds can be found see Democrat’s Editorial and add to your collec- see Senior Foundation Senior Center
programming in our already on display in the Editor Mary Ann Lind- tion. members can purchase Calendar,
area. I encourage every- senior center. With their ley, WTXL Chief Meteo- Come to Deck the tickets for $30. Addition- page 12
one to get involved and “buy it now” prices, sev- rologist Casanova Nurse, Halls and leave adorned al information on page 3.
2 /Golden Review • Sunday, November 14, 2010 www.TALLAHASSEE.com
ing people. Also, tremen-

dous credit goes to our
loyal board and advi-
Showcase is a booming success
sory council members The Senior Cen- with quiet movements with onlookers, invit-
for their faithful service ter Showcase boomed that keep mind and ing them to join in the
A Tallahassee Senior Foundation Endowment Program and endurance — along with excitement and body healthy; Zum- fun. Dr. Sally Karioth,
with their own signifi- fun. More than 30 ba dazzled spectators the evening’s keynote
Thank you, Tallahassee! cant Cornerstone contri-

butions.
Thank you for invest-
groups and organiza-
tions — from French
classes to Woodcarvers
with several demon-
strations alive with
the Latin beat and
speaker shared inti-
mate, personal stories
sprinkled with humor-
Cornerstone Endowment Fund ing in senior center pro-
grams for the well-being
— proudly displayed
information. Tai Chi
swing. Canasta play-
ers, Wii enthusiasts
ous antidotes about
BOOMING into the
reaches $50,000 goal! of our current seniors, mesmerized the crowd and artists chatted next decade.
our rising baby boomers
Message from Sheila the future of these vital and future generations.
Salyer, executive director programs. Our work If you would like to
of the Tallahassee Senior would not be possible make an endowment
Foundation without the support of gift to the TSC Founda-
Thanks to all who con- the City of Tallahassee, tion, or consider nam-
tributed to the $50,000 our Foundation, Leon ing the TSC Foundation
Cornerstone Fund to County Commissioners, in your estate or will,
preserve the future of and our groups and indi- please contact the Com-
Tallahassee’s senior cen- vidual donors. munity Foundation of
ter services. Because of your sup- North Florida at 850-
Reaching this goal port, we can bring 222-2899. Gifts of cash,
Above: Barbara Mann carves
reminds us of the many together many resourc- appreciated securities a roadrunner from cedar.
blessings God has es to make one of the or planned and deferred
brought to the Senior nation’s most active and gifts are all accepted. Top left: Hella Spellman,
Center and this commu- successful senior cen- Every gift is very much from left, Showcase
nity. For 24 years I have ters, including programs appreciated. coordinator, shares time
been privileged to work at 14 satellite sites. I Please know that your with Senior Services Advisory
in senior services, and I especially thank our contributions make a Councilwoman Emily Millett,
am honored the Corner- staff, dedicated profes- positive difference in our Senior Foundation vice
stone Fund will support sionals and outstand- community. president Linda Roberts and
TSC staffer Toni Walmsley.
Left: Special guest speaker

TSC FOUNDATION Scott Harrell Pamela Flory Sally Karioth chats with Tom
BOARD MEMBERS Elda Martinko Mary Hafner Flangian, news director for
Ed Duffee, Jr., President Edna Owens Tracie Hardin WFSU, prior to her Showcase
Linda Roberts, Vice Gwendolyn Spencer Emily Millett presentation that kept the
President Donna Wells Miaisha Mitchell audience laughing while
Andrea Personett, Lew Wilson Roger Owen delivering a serious message
Secretary Sarah Neeley, Emeritus Irene Perry of staying young no matter
Judi Taylor, Treasurer Bryan Desloge, Emeritus Alice Pomidor, M.D. what your age.
Mary Carroll, Immediate Andrea Rosser
Past President SENIOR SERVICES Henry Steele
Rocky Bevis ADVISORY COUNCIL Al Sulkes
Ken Brummel-Smith, M.D. Joan Guilday, Chair Don Weed
Ann Camp Patricia Parkhurst, Vice Adeline Wilkes
Shirley Gooding-Butler Chair
The Golden Review is Gruender, Layout & Design er, or otherwise, does not
a bimonthly publication necessarily constitute or
of the Tallahassee Senior The mission of Talla- imply its endorsement, rec-
Center. hassee Senior Services is ommendation or favoring
to enhance the indepen- by Tallahassee Senior Ser-
Sheila Salyer, Senior dence and quality of life vices or the Tallahassee
Services Manager, City for seniors and caregiv- Senior Foundation.
of Tallahassee; Execu- ers through educational,
tive Director, Tallahassee social, recreational and The Tallahassee Senior
Senior Foundation; Editor, wellness opportunities. Center (TSC) is located at
Golden Review Disclaimer of Endorse- 1400 N. Monroe St., Tal-
Rosetta Stone Land, ment: Reference herein lahassee, FL 32303. For
Managing Editor to any specific commer- questions or more informa-
Hella Spellman, Contrib- cial products, process, tion, please contact 850-
uting Editor or service by trade name, 891-4000 or visit www.tal-
Susan Beason, Martha trademark, manufactur- gov.com. Alex Crumbaker, from left, Debby Rios ,Jacqueline Parra and Gerri Gapinski show a little
muscle as they cool down after a crowd-pleasing Zumba demonstration during the Showcase.
www.TALLAHASSEE.com Golden Review •Sunday, November 14, 2010/3
Make Deck the Halls a party for you and your

friends and/or your office — for a good cause!
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Individual Tickets $35
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Walkabout shows a lack of sidewalks, construction and uneven pavement can inhibit
pedestrian safety. Contribute to the next workshop and offer your recommendations to
improve walking conditions for seniors and other community residents.
Help improve sidewalk safety

Join profession- an Safety Workshop.
als and help improve Pedestrian They represented Tal-
pedestrian safety for WorkshoP lahassee residents
adults of all ages in seCond in series and diverse organi-
our area. zations, communities
Wed., Nov. 17
Workshop discus- 1:30-5:30 p.m. and backgrounds from
sions and walkabouts at the Tallahassee Leon and surrounding
will highlight: Senior Center counties.
n Common injury For workshop infor-
situations mation, contact Beth
n How education Hollister at 891-4041
and enforcement can includes observation- or email Elizabeth.
improve safety al walks in the Senior hollister@talgov.com.
n Strategies to Center, along North The workshop is
encourage more walk- Monroe, in Midtown, sponsored by Talla-
ing in our community and in Lake Ella and hassee Senior Ser-
n How Tallahassee Frenchtown neighbor- vices and Foundation,
and Leon County can hoods. Leon County Senior
become more pedestri- Fifty-five regis- Outreach and Positive
an-friendly trants attended the Aging Communities
The workshop previous Pedestri- for a Lifetime.
Tallahassee Senior Center health happenings

For more information Smith at 386-2778 or noon, The Alzheimer’s Fri., 11 a.m.-noon.
on offered programs, james@alzheimersproj- Project & TMH Neuro- A gentle yoga workout
call Ruth Nickens, R.N., ect.org. This is a part- science Center. for increased mobil-
Health Program Coor- nership between The n Brown Bag Medi- ity, bladder control,
dinator, or Toni Walms- Alzheimer’s Project Inc., cation Consultation self-esteem and mental
ley, Assistant Health The Tallahassee Senior Tue., Nov. 16, 9 a.m.- focus. Class taught by
Program Coordinator, Center, Tallahassee noon, FAMU College of certified yoga instruc-
at 891-4000. All presen- Memorial HealthCare Pharmacy. tor Bridget Kamke,
tations are in the Tal- and FAMU College of n Vision and Glau- n Life Exercise
lahassee Senior Cen- Pharmacy and Pharma- coma Tue. and Thur., 9:30-
ter Dining Room unless ceutical Sciences. Tue., Dec. 14, 10 a.m.- 10:30 a.m., by instruc-
otherwise noted. n FAMU College of noon, Eye Associates. tor Pomeroy Brinkley.
Nursing Health Fair n Hearing Aerobics, light weights
HEALTH HAPPENINGS Mon., Nov. 15 & 22,
FSU nursing students with instructor Cindy Lewis as the TSC
Wed., Nov. 10 & Jan. and stretching.
10 a.m.-noon; Health 12, 10 a.m.-noon, Audi- n Tai Chi
annual flu shot clinic prepares to service almost 200 senior
n National Memory Suite residents. bel. Wed. and Fri., Begin-
Screening Day FAMU student nurs- ners class from 10-11
Tue., Nov. 16, 9 a.m.- es bring you up-to-date SEATED MASSAGE a.m. and continuing
noon; Activity Room & information on cur- AND REIKI class from 11 a.m.-
Health Suite rent issues and chron- noon.
November is National ic diseases. Join them n Reiki n Zumba Gold
Alzheimer’s Awareness to learn, ask questions, Nov. 23, Dec. 7 & 21, Thur., 5:30-6:30 p.m.
month. Confidential and gather goodies and Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $5 seniors, $7 others
memory screenings will information. Reiki by Susie How- n Yoga
be available to every- n Nutritional coun- ell, Reiki Master, and Mon. and Wed., 5:30-
one in the community at seling and assistance friends. 7 p.m., taught by cer-
no cost. While memory Wed., Nov. 17 & Dec. n Massage tified yoga instruc-
screening is not used 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m.; Thur., Dec. 9 & 23, tor Pamela Hunter.
to diagnose any specif- Health Suite Jan. 6, 10 a.m.-noon. Vigorous practice for
ic illness, it can check Questions about Jonathan Walker, LMT. adults including poses,
a person’s memory and weight loss, eating for n Massage relaxation and media-
other cognitive skills a healthy lifestyle, and Tue., Nov. 30, 10 a.m.- tion. Wear comfortable
and it can indicate if diabetes addressed noon. Norma Reesor, clothes and yoga mat (if
someone might benefit in a small group set- LMT you have one).
from a more complete ting with a profession- Rene Hoch isn’t getting ready for a masquerade ball, but rather n Massage $10 seniors $12 non-
medical visit. The mem- al dietitian. Offered by undergoing vision screening with Eye Associates’ Angie Hobbs. Tue., Dec. 14 & Jan. seniors
ory screening consists Leah Gilbert-Hender- 11, 10 a.m.-noon. Anne
of a series of questions son, PhD, LD. Dona- noon; Health Suite The interactive curricu- Brown, LMT. PODIATRY
and/or tasks designed tions appreciated. Even if your hear- lum will be enjoyable,
to test memory, lan- Pre-registration encour- ing loss is minimal, you entertaining and educa- FITNESS n Podiatrist
guage skills, thinking aged. Call 891-4042 to may qualify for these tional. If you are living screening & footcare
ability and other intel- schedule. no-cost phones distrib- with diabetes or know n Seated NIA Yoga every two months
lectual functions. n “The Science of uted by Florida Tele- someone who is, these (Neuromuscular Thur., Dec. 2, 1:30
Other screenings also Happiness” communications Relay workshops will increase Integrative Action) p.m.; Health Suite
will be available, includ- Wed., Dec. 14, 11 a.m.- Inc. your knowledge and Tuesdays, 11 a.m.- Dr. Gary McCoy,
ing blood pressure, noon the quality of your life. noon. Taught by Lori podiatrist & foot spe-
blood glucose, stroke Ever wondered what HEALTHY LIVES Please register today Roberts, certified NIA cialist, will cut toe-
screenings and “Brown happiness is or how to with Henry Steele at yoga instructor. nails and assess foot
Bag” medication consul- find it? Steven Mills, The Healthy Lives 891-4045. n Brain-Body-Mem- problems in the Health
tation. Bring all of your PhD., FSU Center for mini-series continues ory-Balance Suite. Foot doctor
medications (including Leadership & Civic with: HEALTH SCREENINGS Mon., 1:30-2:30 p.m. accepts Medicare, Med-
vitamins and non-pre- Education, reveals some n “Healthy Living: at TSC. Designed to icaid, and secondary
scriptions) in a brown of these secrets while “Mapping Diabetes n Blood Pressure sharpen cognitive and insurance, which may
bag for one-on-one helping you understand — The Road to Better Tue., Wed. & Thur., balance skills. Low cover costs for this ser-
review with a pharma- (in layman’s terms) the Health” 10 a.m.-noon. Offered impact. Bring water vice if you have dia-
cist. Feel free to bring neurological and psy- Thur., Nov. 18, Dec. 2 by medical volunteers. bottle and comfortable betes, vascular dis-
a friend or a loved one chological factors that & Dec. 16, 10:30 a.m.- n Glucose clothing. ease, neuropathy, renal
and all of your ques- impact our sense of hap- noon; Activity Room Wed., 10 a.m.-noon, Wed., 2-3 p.m. at failure, MS, or are on
tions! piness and well-being. Plan now to make by NHC Homecare, and Heritage Oaks. Both blood thinner Couma-
For more information n Telephones for this diabetes education volunteers. classes taught by din. Otherwise, $25 flat
or to reserve your spot, the hearing impaired program part of your n Memory Kathy Gilbert fee applies. No appoint-
please contact James Wed., Jan. 11, 10 a.m.- holiday health regimen. Tue., Nov. 16, 9 a.m.- n Chair Yoga ment necessary.
Senior Days and Wellness Circles

Senior services expands
A wide range of no- Senior Day in January. Food Ideas for the Holi-
cost health screenings n Southside Senior days.” NOTE: This
and monthly Senior Day at Jake Gaither SWC will be held at
Days are offered for Community Center, 801 Senior Services coming to Optimist Park! 1355 W. Indianhead Drive. 4675 Grove Park Drive
adults 55+ in the Bond Bragg/Tanner Drive, Optimist Park Open House and Kick-off on Tue., Nov. 16, 5-7 p.m. — a NEW SouthWood
community, south Talla- 32305 Mature adults in the Indianhead Acres and neighboring communities are location. The creative
hassee, and throughout Wed., Dec. 1, “South- invited to drop in for hors d’oeuvres and an opportunity to share ideas and folks from Panhandlers
Leon County. Donations side’s Got Talent!” Do interests for senior programming at Optimist Park. For more information, call Kitchen will inspire
accepted. For informa- you sing, dance, play a Toni Walmsley at the Tallahassee Senior Center, 891-4009. us with ideas for fes-
tion on Southside activi- musical instrument or tive holiday recipes and
ties, call 891-4000. For recite poetry? Then we gifts.
information on Leon need YOU for our tal- n Jack McLean Com-
County Senior Outreach ent show featuring local munity Center, 700
events, contact Susan Southside participants. Paul Russell Road, 891-
Davis, LCSO coordina- You still have time to 1819
tor, 891-4065. sign up! Call 891-4009 Thur., Nov. 18, “Fun
for information and res- Food Ideas for the Holi-
SENIOR DAYS IN ervations. days.” The creative
AND AROUND Cost $2. No Senior folks from Panhandlers
TALLAHASSEE Day in January. Kitchen will inspire
n Lincoln Senior Day us with ideas for fes-
All Senior Days are at Lincoln Communi- tive holiday recipes and
held from 10:30 a.m.- ty Center (Call Gwen gifts.
12:30 p.m. and include a Lucas at 891-4180 for Thur., Dec. 16, “Basic
catered lunch. more information) Natural Skincare.” Toni
Suggested lunch Wed., Nov. 17, “Fire Walmsley teaches an
donation $6; exceptions Safety — What To Do uncomplicated method
noted. After A Fire,” present- of cleansing, nurtur-
* Indicates event ed by Lt. Stephanie ing, and healing the
is sponsored by Leon Powell of the Tallahas- skin through the use of
County Senior Out- see Fire Department. herbs and essential oils.
reach, a program of Tal- Exhibitors: Tallahas- Southside Senior Day participants find things interesting on a trip to the Gulf Specimen Marine Learn to make your
lahassee Senior Foun- see Fire Department, Lab in Panacea. own skin-care products.
dation. Link-Up Florida and Additional South-
n Bradfordville Senior Lifeline Assistance, dling safety, just in time side Services
Day* at Wildwood Pres- Dept. of Consumer Ser- for those holiday feasts. n Smith-Williams
byterian Fellowship vices, Well Care Health Tue., Dec. 14, “Vis- Neighborhood Service
Hall, 100 Ox Bottom Plan and Southeast Eye it Tallahassee.” Liz Center, 2295 Pasco St.
Road Care. Sparks, Florida Fish Wed., Dec. 8 &
Wed., Dec. 8, Christ- Cost $2. No Senior and Wildlife Commis- Jan. 12, 10 a.m.-noon
mas Program. No Day in December. sion, entices us to get Blood pressure and
Senior Day in January. n Miccosukee Senior outside and enjoy the blood glucose screenings
n Chaires-Capitola Days* at Miccosukee natural beauty of the provided by Tallahas-
Senior Day* at Dorothy Community Center, Tallahassee area. Local see Senior Center and
C. Spence Community 13887 Moccasin Gap trails and parks within Interim Healthcare.
Center, 4768 Chaires Road a one hour’s drive of the Diabetes Education
Cross Road Thur., Dec. 2, Christ- city are featured. and Support Group
Tue,, Nov. 23, “The mas Program. No n SouthWood Sales Wed., Dec. 8 &
Amazing Life of the Senior Day in January. and Information Center, Jan. 12, 11:30 a.m.-
Hummingbird.” No n Woodville Senior 3196 Merchants Row 12:30 p.m.
Senior Day in December Days* at Woodville Blvd., Suite No. 120 Group focuses on
or January. Community Center, Joyce Eibeck, from left, Georgiann Buck and Ann Leftwich Wed., Nov. 17, “Hon- issues that concern dia-
n Fort Braden Senior 8000 Old Woodville learn all about smartphones. The Southside Lifelong Learning eybees and Beehives.” betics: obtaining sup-
Techno-Mania at Westcott Lakes offered all kinds of gizmos
Day* at Fort Braden Road and gadgets for tryouts. Get an intimate view plies, eating proper-
Community Center, Thur., Dec. 9, Christ- of a beehive from local ly, obtaining optimal
16387 Blountstown mas Program. No al settings with coffee munity Center beekeeper Bob Livings- health and quality of
Highway Senior Day in January. and snacks for various Tue., Nov. 16, “Food ton, when he brings an life. Hear expert speak-
Tue., Nov. 16, “Trea- health-related discus- Handling Safety.” Heidi observation hive for this ers and share personal
sures of Goose Creek SENIOR WELLNESS sions, demonstrations, Copeland, Leon County program on the amaz- stories. This group is a
Wildlife Sanctuary.” CIRCLES guest speakers and Extension Service, pro- ing life cycle of honey- partnership of The Tal-
Tue., Dec. 21, Christ- health screenings. vides essential informa- bees. lahassee Senior Center
mas Program. No 11 a.m.-noon. Casu- n Jake Gaither Com- tion regarding food han- Wed., Dec. 15, “Fun and “Diabetes and You.”
Lifelong Learning to the Third Power

takes fellow travelers on tour
By Martha Coppins
A Southern Exposure
DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER
Remember, “The
wheels on the bus go
round and round, round
and round…the wheels
on the bus go round
and round, all through
the town”? Adults in
our community recent-
ly engaged in a week of
unique and stimulat-
ing adventures. Each
day participants board-
ed the City Trolley, or
met at various venues,
to take part in a most
memorable experience.
Just like school field
trips--roll was called,
The wheels on the bus go round and round…and L3X riders find a trolley ride is good for the
name tags slapped on soul, fellowship and transportation too.
and away they went!
Glimpses of day-long costumed escort add- Night: Domestic Ser- see Senior Center for
explorations could fill a ed insight to the living vice in the Gilded Age the final presentation
photo album with snap- history museum tour. South,” the current of the week. More than
shots of smiles, wonder, A sing-along with the exhibit at Goodwood 60 participants who had
marvels and meander- Sacred Harp Singers, Museum, highlights life participated in various
ings among live oaks an interactive program of the privileged in the activities throughout
and wildlife. Wakul- in the restored House of South. Not only did the the week also attended
la Springs provided a Representatives cham- group get a feel for life the discussion.
picture-perfect setting ber and a lecture on the of the elite, but also for Participants from
for spotting manatees, history of the Florida those who toiled day the weeklong “Extrav-
alligators and a vari- Supreme Court com- in and day out to serve aganza” gathered to Dressed in mission period clothing, Tami Lee-Lanigan shares fascinating fac
ety of birds and water pleted the day. What an them. Later, at Capital share experiences at the Luis’ first inhabitants. Lee-Lanigan, a living history interpreter, plays a mest
century San Luis.
fowl. “Encounter with exceptional way to expe- City Christian Church event’s closing recep-
Florida’s Endangered rience Florida’s colorful the group enjoyed music tion. “Watch for next
Wildlife”—a photo history! and commentary on year’s program to be
presentation by Doug A jaunt to Thomas- African-American spiri- even better,” said Susan
Alderson preceded a ville, Ga., with a packed tuals and hymns pre- Davis, coordinator of
boat ride on the gor- trolley offered plenty of sented by Pam Laws Leon County Senior
geous Wakulla River. A chat and get-to-know- with over 100 other L3X Outreach and a pro-
true Southern lunch on you time for L3Xers! friends. gram organizer of L3X.
the veranda topped off Everyone was “on At the Maguire Cen- The lifelong learning
with a lecture by histo- board” to visit Pebble ter, a lifelong learning experience was orga-
rian Kermit Brown on Hill Plantation, lunch venue at Westminster nized and hosted by
“North Florida Springs, at the restored train Oaks, guests enjoyed a the Tallahassee Senior
Then and Now.” station and stop at the private showing of the Center and Foundation,
Florida’s Historic Thomasville History film, “Cross Creek,” Leon County Senior
Capitol took guests on Museum. A mini-tour based on the book by Outreach, and Capital
a time journey. Trav- of Victorian Era homes Marjorie Kinnan Rawl- City Christian Church.
eling backwards with and a photo opportu- ings. J. T. Glisson, not- FSU’s Osher Lifelong
“Governor Jennings,” nity at the Big Oak for ed author, artist and Learning Institute and
the state’s governor at pictures and lemonade former neighbor of “Miz the Area Agency on Dr. Bruce Bickley, FSU English professor, Emeritus, reads
the turn of the century, complimented the day. Rawlings” entertained Aging for North Florida samplings of Mark Twain’s best humorous short fiction.
proved intriguing. The “From Morning to folks at the Tallahas- joined in sponsorship. Audiences fi
L3X proved to be the smash hit of

2010! Close to 200 adults of all ages
participated in workshops, lectures,
outdoor adventures and tours.
The Governor Martin House, just off Lafayette Street, sits “next Thomasville’s Old Oak Tree provides the perfect setting to the end of a day-long tour filled with
door” to Hernando de Soto’s first winter encampment in North glimpses of the Old South. Attendees pose before once again boarding the trolley and “the wheels on
America, designated by historical marker. The state’s Bureau of the bus went round and round, round and round.”
Archeological Research is now housed in the Martin House.
cts about Mission San

tiza resident of 17th
Julianne Hare,
left, holds a book
signing, with
TSC’s Aurora
Hansen assisting
guests, during
the event’s
concluding
reception.
Among others,
Hare authored
“Tallahassee
A Capital City
History.”
find it easy to laugh and smile throughout L3X presentations.

Be a key holder Guilday happily

Please join the Tal-
lahassee Senior Foun-
dation today. Your
Members
Brenda A. Abstein,
Joyce Acoff, Mr. and
Mr. and Mrs. Den-
nis LaRosa, Chan-
liams, Cecile J. Wil-
liams, Jean Winters,
shares her talent
contribution pays for Mrs. John Alderson, tal Littleton, Linda Elaine Woodward and By Llona Gieger
programs and enhanc- Mr. and Mrs. Fran- Mabry, Jean Marani, Mr. and Mrs. Charles
es services. Mail or cisco Arroyo, Marie Nell G. May, Nancy M. Yates Trading a condo in
drop off your annual Backe, Mr. and Mrs. Mazek, Mr. and Mrs. Honorarium Ocala for a house in
membership contribu- James Ball, Nan- Randy McCoy, Joan Donations Tallahassee turned out
tion at the Senior Cen- cy Bedford, Linda P. McGuire, Mr. and In honor of Esper- to be a good decision
ter. G. Bell, Janet Black, Mrs. Chris McGuire, anza for Joan Guilday and
Annabel Brantley, Bridgitte McKenzie, By Urrutia from for her new community.
Membership Phyllis Broomfield, Dale Mekeel, Ste- Irma Vergara She discovered the pro-
Senior (age 55+) $25 Vickie Brown, Dana ven Melamed, Jerry grams of the Tallahas-
Senior couple $40 O. Bryan, Carole Bull- Messec, Ruth Moon, In honor of Marga- see Senior Center and
Supporter (under ock, Leland Cartledge, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry ret has been involved ever
age 55) $35 Denise Cawthon, Rob- Moses, Mr. and Mrs. By MacNeish from since. “I was particu-
Nonprofit organiza- ert M. Cepero, Mary- Robert Pedler, Carol Shirley Aaron larly impressed with
tion $50 ann Clements, Jew- Penrose, Kirk Head- the health suite. After
Key Holders ell Coleman, Patricia ley Perdue, Andrea In memory of Lou- working 25 years in an
Diamond $5,000 Cook, Paula Cooper, Personett, Betty Ann ise Engle (received operating room, I knew Joan Guilday, an always busy
Platinum $2,500 Sylvia Cordero, Jer- Piper, Janet Pitts, through Sept. 30, that’s where I wanted board member, participated
Gold $1,000 ry H. Davis, Nan- Mr. and Mrs. Richard 2010) to volunteer. My heart in the first TSC Tallahassee
Silver $500 cy Daws, Sue Deasy, Portman, Gale Poteat, By Joy Blomeley, is in health care. I love Active Lifelong Leaders
Bronze $250 Arthur Delong, Mr. Philip E. Potter, Mr. Lisa Bretz, Mr. and the interaction with the program.
Friend $100 and Mrs. Jim DeLong, and Mrs. Francis Mrs. Rick Carroll, people, the screenings
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Prine, Edna Lee Proc- LaVerne Cochrane, and mini-expos we offer. nine little ones, she is
Thank you for being Densmore, Eleanor tor, Ruth C. Pryor, Michelle Connel- We even have a mas- firmly rooted in Talla-
a key to active aging! DeSalme, Clinnie Mary Rallis, Pauline ly, Penny H. Davis, sage therapist donat- hassee. In addition to
Send your contribu- Donnelly, Margaret Rancourt, Judith Ren- Susan Davis, Lei- ing time to the health her work with the Tal-
tion to: Tallahassee Downs, Mr. and Mrs. wick, Betty Rinehart, la Doolittle, Sherry suite!” lahassee Senior Cen-
Senior Center, 1400 N. William Driscoll, Bet- John Ritt wage, Steph- Faircloth, Anna Gal- When a vacancy on ter, the board president
Monroe St., Tallahas- ty Drury, Shirley M. anie M. Ronan, Linda lagher, Virginia Gray, the Tallahassee Senior serves as a volunteer
see, FL 32303. Con- Ellis, Carole Elmore, Rossow, Donnaclair Nancy Green, Sandra Center Advisory Board mediator with the local
tributions also can be Yolande Fantino, Elsa Schwekendiek, Opal Groves, Joan Guilday, came open, she jumped small claims court.
made by credit card. Fernandez, Mary Fin- Simpson, Arlene Sis- Elaine Hebenthal, at the chance to serve. “Going the mediation
Call 891-4034 with ley, Natalie Forman, ka, Thelma A. Smith, Mary Hodges, Rita “Our role on the board route saves a lot of mon-
your donation. James Frank, Hope Scarlet Smith, Mara- Mary Hodsdon, Mr. is to make comments ey and anguish for the
Frazier, Mr. and Mrs. lyn Smith, Catherine and Mrs. Roy Land, and suggestions about participants and for
Memberships and William A. French, (Katie) Sollohub, Dor- George Marshall, Lou- all the program areas, the courts. Eighty-five
memorial contribu- Lu Frye, Sarah M. othy G. Sousa, Robin isa Martin, Mr. and for the Monroe Street percent choose to solve
tions received through Gallon, Eydie Gibbs, Spellman, Mary Steg- Mrs. James McCon- location as well as for their problems with the
Sept. 30, 2010 Scott Gifford, Mr. and man, Mildred Ste- naughhay, Mr. and the Southside satellite assistance of a mediator
Platinum Key Mrs. Bruce Gilland- phenfield, Dee Stever- Mrs. Andy McMul- sites,” she adds. rather than risking a
Holders er, Gerald Givens, son, Harold Stewart, lian, Cynthia Mincy, Rearing four boys and court-imposed solution,”
Carmine Baffo Lillian Govorchin, Roy Strickland, Ellen William H. Moncrief, four girls pretty much she explains.
Bronze Key Holders Rosalyn Greene, E.W. H. Sullivan, Nancy Elizabeth Morgan, Dr. single-handedly, while At home she enjoys
Clifford Madsen and Growden, Margaret Swords, Anna Lynn and Mrs. Roger Owen, their father served in the company of her dog
Linda Roberts Hamilton, Mr. and Taylor, Peggy Teague, Edna Owens, Mr. the Navy, prepared her Zena, a Chihuahua,
Friend Key Holders Mrs. Robert T. (Ted) Mr. and Mrs. Michael & Mrs. Kevin Pres- well for her current life and loves to decorate.
Shirley Aaron, Hamilton, Barba- Thomas, Kay Tilles, ton, Gertrude Shir- — developing the self- Her spirit of volunteer-
Frances Buie, Mary ra Henry, Loraine A. Irma Vergara, Mr. ley, Mr. and Mrs. Al reliance, organization ism continues even at
Siebert Culp, Penny Holt, Capt and Mrs. and Ms. Edward M. Sulkes, Ouida Talley, and people skills she home. When we talk-
H. Davis, Pamela E. Laurie Hosford, Ms. Vertuno, Betty Jane Judi Taylor, Mr. and applies to her roles in ed, she had just done
Flory, Clara Floyd- Beverly Huff, Rudolph Vincek, Bonnie Wake- Mrs. Michael Thomas, our community. some baking for a fund-
Gaymon, Mary Haf- Hurst, Mr. and Ms. man, Mr. and Mrs. Anne Thrash, Mr. & “He was gone a lot, raiser helping the Ref-
ner, Lisa Meyer, Irene Sirous Tamaddo- James Waltermyer, Mrs. Joel Veal, Karen and it wasn’t always uge House. “I get right
Perry, Dr. and Mrs. ni Jahromi, Judith Joann F. Webb, Mer- Walker, Donna Wells, easy. We lived in in the middle of every-
Terry Reisman, Thom- Jones, Berlin Jones, lin Don Weed, Dorothy Phillip D. Welsh, Bill Hawaii, Key West, Jack- thing,” she laughs. “But
as J. Rice, Jill San- Joan Kanan, Frances L. Wells, Mr. and Mrs. Wertman, Mr. and sonville, Boston, Nor- seriously, there is a lot
dler, Betty Soderholm Kratt, Jeanette Lan- Steve Whitaker, Alma Mrs. Steve Whitaker, folk … anyplace there of need in this commu-
and Adeline Wilkes cie, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Wilkey, Virginia Wil- Adeline Wilkes and was a seaport.” Now the nity and I’m glad I can
New and Renewing Land, Tommy Larned, liams, Betty J. Wil- Charles Wood. great-grandmother of pitch in and help.”
Nimble Fingers buzz

By Marjorie Brenner ing home in the area days and Wednesdays
is selected to receive for a half day — but it
Every Monday and the hand-made arti- goes so fast.
Wednesday morning, cles produced by group Diane Woods works
“Nimble Fingers” goes members. Currently, on a hexagonal block
to work. “Work” for most of them are mak- for an afghan. “I do
these ladies is pursuing ing “afghans” — shawls needlepoint, too,” she
the hobby they enjoy or blankets. They remarks. “One of my
most — creating beau- now have 15 ready to pieces is at the recep-
tifully hand-stitched go. Martha herself is tion desk here at the
items from yarn or fab- appreciated for the Senior Center.” Lucin-
ric. Sometimes known help and encourage- da Swift is doing some-
as the crafting bee, ment she offers to all. thing different — hook-
these ladies create a Group member Tina ing a rug in a tasteful
buzz around the Talla- Shaw, declares enthu- combination of blue,
hassee Senior Center. siastically, “Martha is green and black yarns.
Patty Parkhurst, our teacher. We all love Lucinda reveals with
a tour guide at TSC, her.” modest pride, “I made
describes the atmo- Looking across the another rug that was
sphere of camaraderie. table to a lady indus- the picture of an owl.” Nimble Fingers’ Martha Rodeseike, left, chats with intrigued onlookers at the Tallahassee
She says, “Nimble Fin- triously working on a Busily crocheting Senior Center Showcase. Other members of the sewing group keep busy during the exhibit.
gers is kind of a sister- black-and-white place squares for a lap throw
hood. They are all sup- mat, Tina continues, to be donated to a nurs- sure they feel in pursu- wait till Monday to Perhaps young
portive of each other “This is Pearle Fuller, ing home, Laverne ing their favorite hob- come and see everyone. Yvonne Thomas,
— even celebrate each the oldest member of White declares “I got bies in the company of It gives me a purpose stitching together the
other’s birthdays and the group. We call her five squares already friendly co-workers, to come. If I can make squares of a blue quilt
know about each oth- ‘Mama.’ ” Then Tina made. I’m going to hook the members of Nim- someone else happy on a frame, sums up
er’s arthritis!” reveals with a smile, them together. It’s more ble Fingers express an it makes me happy.” the feelings of all in
Martha Rodeseike, “I just love to be here gratifying to do some- inner feeling of enrich- Edna Dowd puts it this this simple way — “I
leader and teacher of with this group. I’d thing for someone else ment. Barbara Miano way. “It helps make my love this group and I
the group, says that be here every day if I than just for yourself.” exclaims, “This group day to be in fellowship love to quilt, and espe-
every year one nurs- could. We come on Mon- Along with the plea- is like a family. I can’t with others.” cially I like to help.”
CAPITAL CHORDSMEN IN CONCERT

“Every Song Has a Story” Leisure Learning classes
Thur., Dec. 9
7 p.m. Space is limited;
pre-registration is NEW PROGRAMS
At the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Tickets are $10 advance purchase, required. To regis- n Wii at TSC
$12 at the door. ter, please call Ash- Come join in the
ley Solberger at 891- fun on Tuesdays with
4008. Note: Seniors two opportunities to
will have priority if play.
class fills. Wii Bowling, 11
a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
n How to Publish Wii Games, 2:15-
Your Book 5:15 p.m.
Tom and Barbara Thur., Nov. 18,
Brandt participate 1-2:30 p.m. Receive tips about the
in the Coon Bottom
Hike — one of several Join Bernard writing process, how
L3X tours which they Moran, published to improve your style
attended. They said, author of more than and edit your writing
“We got on a roll and 50 magazine articles to be ready for publi-
really enjoyed all the and a collection of cation. Finally, Ber-
different activities.” short stories, to learn nard will help you
Expert guide and Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission fishery about the publishing learn how to market
biologist Michael Hill informs L3X participants about the lake process and the vari- and sell your book
management plan at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park. FWC is an ety of ways your book and answer any ques-
active partner with City Parks and Recreation in maintaining can be published. tions you have.
the lake and establishing an urban fishing venue in our
community.
Tallahassee Senior Center for the Arts

Insider’s Show Upcoming art exhibits
The Galleries at TSC Black and White: hassee Senior Center
Exhibiting now are open to the public Photography by Guest speaker John
through Nov. 24 Monday through Fri- Denise Drake Felton advises on the
Friends and fam- day, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 6-Jan. 21. Art- selection of framing
ily of TSC Studio Art- n Grand Relations ist Reception on Jan. 7, for artwork. The dis-
ists helped celebrate Dec. 13-Jan. 21 6-8 p.m. cussion utilizes exam-
this exhibition of oils, Auditorium Gallery Dining Room Gallery ples in the Insider’s
acrylics, watercolors, Exhibition features Free and open to the Art Exhibit currently
drawings and sculp- paintings and draw- public on display. The focus:
ture at the Nov. 5 ings by TSC Studio n Lunchtime to enhance the presen-
reception and awards Artists and their fami- Series: Conversa- tation of the artwork,
ceremony. Aja Roache, lies. Join us for the tions in Art the artwork being pri-
FAMU Assistant Pro- public reception Fri., Tue., Nov. 16, noon- mary and the frame
fessor and Art Man- Jan. 7, 6-8 p.m. 1 p.m. secondary. $2 donation
agement Coordinator n Landscapes in Auditorium at Talla- requested.
for the Foster-Tan-
ner Fine Art Gallery,
selected award win-
ners from the 90 art-
Upcoming workshops
works on display.
Winners in the Acad- This might be the graphs or creating draw- techniques to control the
emy Category include: perfect holiday present ings from your imagina- color. Charts and sub-
First Place – Linda for someone who wants tion — drawing is easier jects will be assigned. A
Menke; Second Place – to try art but needs a than you think. Supply goal is to complete four
Mary Gambon; Third nudge! list available, estimated paintings within the six-
Place – Nancy Swords; Students are respon- cost of supplies is under week span.
Honorable Mentions sible for providing their $20. Skill level: Beginner.
– Chantel Littleton, own art supplies and the Skill level: Beginning- Supply list available,
Vivki Lutz, Doris Pat- lists for each class are Intermediate estimated cost of sup-
rick, Mary Sterner available now. Registra- $48 (55+) Others $60 plies needed for class,
Lawson, and Charles The Insiders’ Show Art Exhibition features artwork by TSC tion required at least one n Creative Hand- $30.
Hazelip. Winners in participants, including this one by Siroos Tamaddoni, titled week prior to class. Art building — Advanced $64 (55+) $80 others
the Master Catergory “Boy in Red Jacket.” workshops are taught at Instructor: Mark n Funky Fibers
include: First Place – the Tallahassee Senior Fletcher, MFA Instructor: Ginny
Jeanette Buckley; Sec- Center unless otherwise Mondays, 12:30-3:30 Jones
ond Place – Yoshiko indicated. Call 891-4016 p.m., Nov. 22, 29, Dec. Wednesdays, 6-8:30
Murdick; Third Place for details and registra- 6, 13, Jan. 3 & 10 (six p.m., Feb. 2-March 9 (six
– Len Adams; Honor- tion. weeks) classes)
able Mentions – Mar- n Beginning Art/ Using handbuild- Workshop explores
lene Greenfield, Bill Drawing ing techniques to create various embellishment
McKeown and Rich- Instructor: Bart Frost functional or sculpture techniques used with
ard Wingerson. Best of Thursdays, 2-4:30 pieces in clay. This class art quilts and other fab-
Show was awarded to p.m., Feb. 3-March 10 is hands-on and includes ric pieces. No sewing
Betty Sittig. (six weeks) historic inspirations and machine or much sew-
Suzanne Baker, FSU By learning a few how-to demonstrations. ing experience required.
College of Medicine, basic drawing skills, Skill level: Intermedi- Projects will be small
gratefully acknowl- anyone can draw. These ate to Advanced (prior and can be hand sewn
edged TSC artists who skills also can be the experience hand-build- with simple sewing
participated in their foundation to work in ing with clay is neces- skills. The class will
art exhibit program any art medium: pastels, sary). present ideas and tech-
throughout the year. color pencils water color, $48 (55+) $60 others niques for designing for
The Vivian Carl- oil and acrylic painting. n Beginning Water- small art (non-tradition-
isle LaValle Art Vol- Whatever your draw- color al) quilts and fun/funky
unteer of the Year ing skill level or inter- Instructor: Linda Pelc options to develop the
Award recognizes Mary Hafner with her painting “Come to the Fair.” est — landscapes, still Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m., surface.
valuable contribu- lifes, pets, portraits, Feb. 1-March 8 (six Detailed supply list
tions by volunteers to ed this year’s honor 5. (LaValle was TSC’s whether you’re inter- weeks) available estimate under
the TSC art program. at the Insiders’ Show first art program coor- ested in sketching from This course will focus $20.
Mary Hafner accept- Art reception on Nov. dinator.) life, drawing from photo- on color choices and $48 (55+) Others $60
Nutrition resources for seniors

Facts*: and American College of tional counseling and mypyramid.gov
Today millions of adult Sports Medicine. assistance, healthy cook- HELPLINES aNd
Americans are over- ing and fitness classes. NUTRITIONISTS/ HOTLINES
weight or obese. Car- AGENCIES & n FAMU Coopera- DIETITIANS Abuse Hotline: 800-
rying this extra weight PROGRAMS OFFERING tive Extension Pro- 962-2873
can cause many dis- NUTRITION SERVICES gram n Carole Bullock, RD, Area Agency on
eases, especially heart Phone: 599-3546 LD/N, CDE Aging, Elder Helpline:
disease, stroke, diabe- n Elder Care Ser- Website: famu.edu/ Phone: 212-0383 800-963-5337
tes and cancer. Lower- vices cesta Website: None Consumer Hotline:
ing weight helps prevent Phone: 921-5554 Promotes and makes Provides individual 800-435-7352
and control these dis- Website: ecsbigbend. available programs for nutrition counseling, Medicare Hotline:
eases. org community gardening, diabetes education and 800-633-4227
Eating fresh, color- Offers Meals-on- food safety and nutri- weight/disease manage- 2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-
6333 or 211
ful fruits and vegetables Wheels (home deliv- tion. ment.
such as broccoli, apples, ered meals), congregate Marlene Greenfield’s n Leon County n Leah Gilbert-Hen-
spinach, tomatoes, mel- meals (lunches in com- sculpture of an Ethiopian Extension Office of derson, PHD, LD/N weightwatchers.com
ons, citrus and cabbage munity settings) and Flower Girl won honorable UF Phone: 566-2121
can reduce the risk of emergency food pantry mention in the Insider’s Show Phone: 606-5200 Website: takecarenu- FITNESS AND
various types of cancer, services (when avail- masters category. Website: leon.ifas.ufl. tritionconsulting.com RECREATION
hypertension and other able). Some congregate edu Offers weight loss con-
diseases. meals served for resi- discuss health matters Provides educational sultations, disease pre- There are many types
As people grow old- dents of senior subsi- and chair yoga. assistance with nutri- vention through diet, of low-cost senior fitness
er, their sense of taste dized apartments. n Farmers’ Markets tional health, food safety and nutritional manage- and recreation activi-
and sense of smell can Congregate Meal Several farmers’ mar- and a 24-hour consum- ment of chronic diseases ties in Leon County. A
change. Foods may seem Locations (advance kets in Leon County er question and answer such as type 2 diabetes. list of these activities can
to have lost flavor. Medi- notice may be required): offer locally grown pro- hotline. n Freddy Kaye PhD, be found at www.talgov.
cines can change how Smith-Williams Ser- duce for sale. These mar- n Department of LD com/seniors or by calling
food tastes, or make peo- vice Center: 891-1860, kets include: Children and Fami- Phone: 224-1108 891-4043.
ple feel less hungry. It Mon.-Fri. Market Square Farm- lies Website: drfreddykaye. RELATED INFOR-
is important that senior Tallahassee Senior ers’ Market, 1415 Tim- Phone: 488-0675 com MATION
women get 1,800 and Center: 891-4000, Mon.- berlane Road (year- Website: myflorida. Specializes in weight n Aerobics and Fitness
men 2,400 calories each Fri. round, Tue., Thur., Sat., com/accessflorida (to loss, lifestyle change Association of America,
day if they are moder- Fort Braden Commu- 8 a.m.-5 p.m) apply) counseling, type 2 diabe- Exercise Risk Assess-
ately active. nity Center: 574-1027, Sunshine Growers’ Administers the food tes, and cholesterol prob- ment
Regular physical Mon. & Wed. Market, 4025-4055 stamp (SNAP) program. lems. Website: yourbody.com
activity is important Lincoln Neighborhood Esplanade Way (year- n Suzanne Laws, MS, Provides free exercise
for adult overall health Center: 891-4180, Mon. round, Mon., 11 a.m.-2 OTHER RESOURCES RD, LD, CNS, FADA, assessment via the Inter-
and fitness. It helps con- n The Diabetes Cen- p.m.) FAADE, BC-ADM, CDE net using a triage system
trol body weight by bal- ter Growers’ Market at Many churches and Phone: 656-3470 designed to involve each
ancing calorie intake Phone: 431-5404 Lake Ella, 229 Lake social aid organizations Provides diabetes edu- person’s physician, if nec-
with calories expended. Website: tmh.org Ella Drive (year-round, such as Angel Food min- cation, counseling and essary.
Adults should exercise Provides diabetes Wed., 3 p.m.-dusk) istries and the SHARE management. n Free Diet Plans,
with moderate intensity management classes Downtown Farmers’ program are available Weight Charts and Oth-
30 minutes per day, five and individual counsel- Market, Monroe St. and to help qualified indi- OTHER RESOURCES er Nutritional Informa-
days per week. ing sessions on a variety Park Ave. (March-Nov., viduals obtain food in tion
In general, women topics that include: blood Sat., 8 a.m.-2 p.m.). the Leon County area. AARP Health and Website: dietbites.com
with waist measure- sugar testing, manag- n Capital Area Com- For information, contact Nutritional Information: Website presents diet
ments exceeding 35 ing high and low blood munity Action Agency 891-4043. aarp.org/health plans, nutritional infor-
inches and men over 40 sugar, making healthy Phone: 222-2043 Nutrition/Healthy Eating Well for mation and weight
inches may be at risk for food choices, and insulin Website: cacaainc.org Lifestyles: cdc.gov/ Seniors: nihseniorhealth. charts for men and wom-
certain diseases. Ideal- and nutrition therapy. Offers emergency food healthyweight gov (nutrition) en.
ly, waist measurements Charges apply but most vouchers and commodi- Federal Division of Heart health check-ups Note: This informa-
should be no more than insurance accepted. ties based on program Nutrition, Physical and biological age calcu- tion is not guaranteed to
one half an individual’s n The New Leaf requirements. Activity and Obesity: lations: Realage.com be all-inclusive and does
height. Market n Tallahassee cdc.gov/nccdphp Jenny Craig Weight not imply endorsement
*Sources for these Phone: 942-2557 Senior Center US Department of Loss: jennycraig.com of any persons, offices or
facts: U.S. Department Website: newleafmar- Phone: 891-4000 Agriculture General Nutrition Labeling and agencies by Tallahassee
of Health and Human ket.coop Website: talgov.com/ Nutrition Information: Dietary Supplements: Senior Services. Sourc-
Services, Small Steps, Offers nutritious cook- seniors nutrition.gov cfsan.fda.gov/label es may change between
American Fitness, ing classes using organic Provides a variety of Food, Nutrition, Physi- TOPS (Taking Off preparation and print
National Institutes of ingredients, organic and preventive health pro- cal Activity and Cancer: Pounds Sensibly): TOPS. date. Call Kim Cors-
Health, U.S. Depart- local produce, arranges grams that include: dia- aicr.org org meier, resource coordina-
ment of Agriculture, for local practitioners to betes education, nutri- Food Pyramid: Weight Watchers: tor, at 891-4000.
Tallahassee Senior Center November/December 2010

1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000 • www.talgov.com (click Services, click Senior Center)
NOVEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 11, 2010 CALENDAR OF WEEKLY PROGRAMS
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:30 Senior Fitness at Woodville 9:00 Watercolor 8:30 Senior Fitness at Woodville 7:30 Tallahassee Business League 9:00 Early Bird Bridge
9:00 Crafting Bee 9:00 Ceramics 8:45 French: Continuing C 8:30 Spanish: Intermediate & 9:00 Tole & Folk Painting
9:00 Portraiture 9:30 Life Exercise 9:00 Ceramics Advanced 9:00 English as a 2nd Language
9:15 Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola 10:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Nimble Fingers 9:00 Ceramics 9:15 Senior Fitness at Chaires-
9:30 French: Continuing A 10:30 Senior Fitness – Beginners at 9:15 Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola 9:00 Watercolor Capitola
10:00 Artistry in Clay Bradfordville 9:30 Beginning Painting Oil & Acrylics 9:30 Life Exercise 10:00 Beginning Tai Chi
10:00 Writing for Fun at Heritage Oaks 11:00 Wii Bowling 10:00 Spanish: Beginning 10:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Social Bingo
10:00 French: Advanced 11:00 Seated Yoga 10:00 Seniors vs. Crime 10:15 Low Impact Senior Fitness at 11:00 Continuing Tai Chi
10:30 Low Impact Senior Fitness at 11:00 Senior Counseling (by 10:00 Beginning Tai Chi Chaires-Capitola 11:00 French: Advanced
Chaires-Capitola appointment) 10:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:30 Senior Fitness – Beginners at 11:00 Chair Yoga
10:30 Senior Fitness at Fort Braden 11:30 Senior Fitness – Intermediate 10:00 Glucose Screening Bradfordville 11:30 Salad Bar
11:00 French: True Beginning at Bradfordville 10:30 Senior Fitness at Fort Braden 11:00 Senior Counseling (by 12:00 Senior Dining
11:30 Salad Bar 11:30 Salad Bar 11:00 Continuing Tai Chi appointment) 1:00 Model Ship Building
12:00 Senior Dining 12:00 Senior Dining 11:00 Legal Services (by appt.) 11:30 Senior Fitness – Intermediate 1:00 Figure Studio
12:00 Cracker Jack Quilters 1:00 Senior Singers 11:30 Salad Bar at Bradfordville 2:00 Dancing for Fun
1:00 Canasta 1:00 Senior Fitness at Bradfordville 12:00 Senior Dining 11:30 Salad Bar 5:30 Beginning Ballroom & Swing
1:00 Social Bridge at Bradfordville 1:30 Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge 12:30 Bridge-a- Dears 12:00 Senior Dining Dance Lessons
1:30 SHINE Insurance Counseling (by appt.) 1:45 Senior Fitness at Miccosukee 1:00 Oil & Acrylic Painting 12:30 Canasta 6:30 Capital City Duplicate Bridge
1:30 Brain-Body-Memory Balance 2:15 Wii Games 1:00 Draw, Paint, Enjoy! at 1:00 Line Dance 7:00 Tallahassee Al-Anon Beginners
Exercise Group 2:15 Ping-Pong Bradfordville 1:00 Senior Fitness at Bradfordville Group
1:30 French: Continuing B 2:30 Social Bridge at Heritage Oaks 1:30 Capital City Duplicate Bridge 1:30 French Study 8:15 Tallahassee Al-Anon Family
3:00 TDBC Bridge 6:00 Guitar Workshop 2:00 Brain-Body Balance at Heritage 1:30 Capital City Duplicate Bridge Group
5:15 Beginning Line Dance 6:00 All Media Art Class at Heritage Oaks 1:45 Senior Fitness at Miccosukee
5:30 Yoga Oaks 5:30 Yoga 2:15 Ping -Pong
6:30 Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge 6:30 Capital Round Dance (7 pm on 6:00 Spanish: Beginning 5:30 Zumba® Gold
7:00 Debtors Anonymous last Tues) 6:15 Pinochle 6:30 TDBC Bridge
7:00 Capital City Wood Carvers 8:00 SA Support 7:00 TDBC: Novice Bridge 7:00 Writers Workshop
7:00 Capital Twirlers Square Dance 7:15 Tallahassee Al-Anon Family Group 7:00 Capital Chordsmen
Monday, November 15 1:30pm Pedestrian Safety Workshop Tuesday, November 23 7:30pm Capital Chordsmen Quartet Tuesday, December 7
10:00am FAMU Health Fair 3:00pm `Financial Planning 10:30am Reiki 10:30am Reiki
12:30pm Creative Handbuilding 5:30pm Facebook 10:30am Chaires-Capitola Senior Day Tuesday, November 30 11:00am Book Discussion Group
1:00pm Advisory Council 6:00pm USA Dance Board Mtg. CLOSE AT 5:00PM 10:00am Massage 12:00pm Senior Singers Concert
6:30pm Facebook 7:00pm FFU Investment Club
Thursday, November 18 Wednesday, December 1
Wednesday, November 24 10:30am Senior Days Jake Gaither
Tuesday, November 16 10:30am Healthy Living: Mapping 11:00am Senior Wellness Circle at Wednesday, December 8
9:00am National Memory Screening Diabetes 3:00pm Insurance Policy Check-up 10:30am Senior Days at Bradfordville
Southwood
Day Expo 1:00pm Leisure Learning: “How to CLOSE AT 5:00PM 11:30am Diabetes Support Group at
10:30am Fort Braden Senior Day Publish Your Book” Thursday, December 2 Smith-Williams
11:00am Book Discussion Group 10:30am Miccosukee Senior Day
Thursday, November 25 10:30am Healthy Living: Mapping Diabetes
12:00pm Conversations in Art Friday, November 19 Saturday, December 9
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY—CLOSED 1:30pm Podiatry
12:00pm Bookworm at Heritage Oaks 12:30pm Dancing for Fun Thanksgiving 10:00am Massage
1:00pm Insight Low Vision Support Group Lunch 10:30am Woodville Senior Day
6:00pm TDBC Board Friday, November 26 Friday, December 3
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY—CLOSED 7:00pm Capital Chordsmen Holiday Concert
6:30pm DECK THE HALLS EVENT 7:30pm Tal-Kug Computer Club
Wednesday, November 17 Saturday, November 20
8:30am Capital Coalition on Aging 7:30pm USA Dance: USO Dance Saturday, November 27 Saturday, December 4 Sunday, December 10
11:00am Senior Wellness Circle at THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY—CLOSED CLOSED 11:00am Current Events Discussion Group
Walker Ford Monday, November 22 7:30pm Contra Dance
12:00pm Foundation Board Meeting 10:00am FAMU Health Fair Monday, November 29 Monday, December 6
12:30pm Nutritional Counseling 12:30pm Creative Handbuilding 12:30pm Creative Handbuilding 12:30pm Creative Handbuilding Saturday, December 11
1:00pm LCSO Advisory Council -Advanced -Advanced -Advanced 11:00am TDBC Holiday Game
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