Enjoy friends and fun at the Naples Senior Center • July 2018 Senior Center Newsletter 5025 Castello Drive • Suite 101 Naples, Florida 34103 Telephone (239) 325-4444 • Fax (239) 330-7947 Non Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Naples, FL Permit No.95 July Book Club PLEASE NOTE - CHANGE OF TIME Tuesday, July 17, 12:00-1:00 “A Piece of the World” Christina Baker Kline, author of the Orphan Train In coastal Maine, Chrisna Olsen feels isolated, her dreams never reaching beyond the borders of her small family farm – unl arst Andrew Wyeth chooses her as the subject of his famous painng Chrisna’s World. Interweaving fact and ficon, this moving novel imagines what it was like for Chrisna as she traded a mundane existence for that of a modern muse – and how one of the 20th century’s greatest American painngs inspired her to live her best life. Beginning Genealogy Tuesday, July 10, 11:15-12:15 Let’s begin the process of building your heritage and your family’s story through genealogy. We will start with building a family tree. This class will help you gather, find documents and organize your materials. Choir Practice Wednesdays at 9:30 All are welcome who would like to sing special show tunes. Paratransit Wednesday, July 11, 10-11:30 A representative of the Paratransit/CAT Bus will be on-site to answer your busing questions or help you apply for the bus services. Travelogue with Jim Sernovitz Wednesday, July 11, 1:15-2:15 NORTHERN INDIA—THE HEART OF A CULTURE Explore Northern India, where every moment brings new stimulation! Wander through a non-tourist bazaar. Join thousands of Hindu pilgrims descending the ghats into the holy Ganges. Explore the “Golden Triangle” cities of Delhi, Agra (the home of the Taj Mahal) and the Pink City of Jaipur. Marvel at Varanasi, aflame with cremations fires! When you think things cannot be more amazing, we travel back in time to the Camel Fair in Pushkar, where thousands of camels and horses from all over India are bought and sold just as they were in ancient days. Veterans in Paradise (VIP) Thursday, July 12, 1-2:15 This will be a social time to meet other veterans in SWFL. All veterans 60 years of age and older, are encouraged to join us. Come have a cup of coffee and make some new friends. Acrylic Paint Workshop Friday, July 20, 1:15-3:15 This is the place to be for fun and art. We take you step by step (beginners too) through a selected painting with specific instruction and lots of laughs. At the end, voila! You have your very own masterpiece! Brain Games Workshop Wednesday July 18, 10-11 This month we will learn more about games and meditation and how important it is for your brain. Everyone is invited to attend. Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) Wednesday, July 25, 9:30-12 (by appointment) An experienced volunteer will be on-site to help you with any Medicare or health insurance questions or concerns. Please make an appointment with Bridget in advance. Vote Smart! Meet Your 2018 Ballot Wednesday, July 25, 1:15-2:15 In August, Collier voters will elect candidates for federal, state and county offices and decide local referenda. Come to this program for a jump start on your August ballot and learn how to be a more informed voter. Spanish Tuesdays, 10-11 We are using the Great Courses: Learning Spanish: How to Understand and Speak a New Language Video. Each participant receives a worksheet at each lesson. Stay Fit as You Age Thursdays, 9:30-10:15 Join us for this Great Courses series. Make the choice to stay fit as you get older with this course that teaches you the fundamentals of exercise and provides a series of video workouts to help keep you on track. Gardening Group Thursdays, 10:00-11:15 Members get together to socialize while engaging in activities that are linked to gardening. Please make sure you preregister for gardening by Tuesday of each week so that we have adequate supplies for the class. Adult Coloring & Relaxation Thursdays, 11:15-12 Join us to release stress as we listen to meditative music and color intricate designs and patterns. It is a fun and unique way to unwind and express creativity. Bone Builders Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 This is an instructor led chair strength exercise class that helps improve strength and osteoporosis. Recommend that participants bring 2-small hand weights. Dancing Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30, Beginning Line Dancing Thursdays, 1-2, Beginning Line Dancing Thursday, July 5, 2-4, Love to Dance Party with a live DJ Thursdays, 2-3, Intermediate Line Dancing Thursdays, 3-4, Ballroom Dancing Come join us in a line dancing class. Don’t know the moves? We will teach you. If you are new to line dancing come to the Tuesday 2:30 or Thursday 1:00 class to learn the moves. The ballroom dancing session is a great opportunity to get moving with your partner. Great exercise for your heart and it is fun! Crafts Thursdays, 1-2:15 You do not need to be an artist to participate in these craft activities. Simple crafts that everyone can do successfully will be featured. 7/5 Robyn – Basket Weaving 7/12 Milli - Sonia Delaunay, Orphism Art 7/19 Milli - Jackson Pollock, Abstract Expressionism 7/26 Milli - George Seurat, Dot Art Storytime-Writing Group Fridays, 10:15-12 Interested in learning to write? Join us each Friday as we explore the art of writing. Tech Assistance Wednesdays, 1-2:30, Computer Assistance Fridays, 10:30-12:00, Explore your iPhone, iPad or Smartphone Bring your Smartphone, Tablet, or Laptop and let’s answer your questions. Our volunteers will be on hand to help you navigate your device and teach you a few tricks. Naples Senior Center at JFCS, supports individuals and families of all ages by providing a wide range of social services including: Naples Senior Center, Demena Respite, Geriatric Case Management and Senior Outreach, Mental health Services and a Food Pantry. If you or a family member needs help or informaon call us at 239-325-4444. Our expert staff are here to help. Follow us: Website: NaplesSeniorCenter.org Facebook Page: Naples Senior Center at JFCS Instagram: naplesseniorcenter Email: [email protected]Dr Jaclynn Faffer, President/CEO Ruth Fitch, COO Anne Chernin, MSW, MBA, Director of Client Services Celeste Lynch, Director of Senior & Volunteer Services Marna Barany, Manager of Volunteer Services Rhonda Eisenberg, Geriatric Social Worker Darlene Holan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Melissa Thompson, Case Management Supervisor Pam Malamphy, Pantry Coordinator Jodi Rubenstein, Geriatric Case Manager Brooke Zanella, Geriatric Case Manager Bridget Murray-Popescu, Acvies Coordinator Michelle Vargas, Pantry Navigator Laura Bidireanu, Development Assistant Renee Del Duca, Execuve Assistant Holly Henderson, Administrave Assistant Lunch and More Program Wednesdays, 11-1 11:00-11:30-Socializaon 11:30-12:00-Entertainment 12:00-1:00 Lunch Please plan to be seated no later than 11:30 Get a head start for the Aug 21st Book Club selecon by reading: 1984 by George Orwell
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Enjoy friends and fun at the Naples Senior Center • July 2018
Senior CenterNewsletter5025 Castello Drive • Suite 101
Tuesday, July 17, 12:00-1:00“A Piece of the World”
Christina Baker Kline, author of the Orphan Train
In coastal Maine, Christina Olsen feels isolated, her dreams never reaching beyond the borders of her small family farm – until artist Andrew Wyeth chooses her as the subject of his famous painting Christina’s World. Interweaving fact and fiction, this moving novel imagines what it was like for Christina as she traded a mundane existence for that of a modern muse – and how one of the 20th century’s greatest American paintings inspired her to live her best life.
Beginning GenealogyTuesday, July 10, 11:15-12:15Let’s begin the process of building your heritage and your family’s story through genealogy. We will start with building a family tree. This class will help you gather, �nd documents and organize your materials.
Choir PracticeWednesdays at 9:30 All are welcome who would like to sing special show tunes.
ParatransitWednesday, July 11, 10-11:30A representative of the Paratransit/CAT Bus will be on-site to answer your busing questions or help you apply for the bus services.
Travelogue with Jim SernovitzWednesday, July 11, 1:15-2:15NORTHERN INDIA—THE HEART OF A CULTUREExplore Northern India, where every moment brings new stimulation! Wander through a non-tourist bazaar. Join thousands of Hindu pilgrims descending the ghats into the holy Ganges. Explore the “Golden Triangle” cities of Delhi, Agra (the home of the Taj Mahal) and the Pink City of Jaipur. Marvel at Varanasi, a�ame with cremations �res! When you think things cannot be more amazing, we travel back in time to the Camel Fair in Pushkar, where thousands of camels and horses from all over India are bought and sold just as they were in ancient days.
Veterans in Paradise (VIP)Thursday, July 12, 1-2:15This will be a social time to meet other veterans in SWFL. All veterans 60 years of age and older, are encouraged to join us. Come have a cup of co�ee and make some new friends.
Acrylic Paint WorkshopFriday, July 20, 1:15-3:15This is the place to be for fun and art. We take you step by step (beginners too) through a selected painting with speci�c instruction and lots of laughs. At the end, voila! You have your very own masterpiece!
Brain Games WorkshopWednesday July 18, 10-11This month we will learn more about games and meditation and how important it is for your brain. Everyone is invited to attend.
Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE)Wednesday, July 25, 9:30-12 (by appointment)An experienced volunteer will be on-site to help you with any Medicare or health insurance questions or concerns. Please make an appointment with Bridget in advance.
Vote Smart! Meet Your 2018 Ballot Wednesday, July 25, 1:15-2:15In August, Collier voters will elect candidates for federal, state and county o�ces and decide local referenda. Come to this program for a jump start on your August ballot and learn how to be a more informed voter.
SpanishTuesdays, 10-11 We are using the Great Courses: Learning Spanish: How to Understand and Speak a New Language Video. Each participant receives a worksheet at each lesson.
Stay Fit as You AgeThursdays, 9:30-10:15Join us for this Great Courses series. Make the choice to stay �t as you get older with this course that teaches you the fundamentals of exercise and provides a series of video workouts to help keep you on track.
Gardening Group Thursdays, 10:00-11:15 Members get together to socialize while engaging in activities that are linked to gardening. Please make sure you preregister for gardening by Tuesday of each week so that we have adequate supplies for the class.
Adult Coloring & RelaxationThursdays, 11:15-12Join us to release stress as we listen to meditative music and color intricate designs and patterns. It is a fun and unique way to unwind and express creativity.
Bone BuildersThursdays, 12:00-1:00 This is an instructor led chair strength exercise class that helps improve strength and osteoporosis. Recommend that participants bring 2-small hand weights.
DancingTuesdays, 2:30-3:30, Beginning Line DancingThursdays, 1-2, Beginning Line Dancing Thursday, July 5, 2-4, Love to Dance Party with a live DJThursdays, 2-3, Intermediate Line DancingThursdays, 3-4, Ballroom DancingCome join us in a line dancing class. Don’t know the moves? We will teach you. If you are new to line dancing come to the Tuesday 2:30 or Thursday 1:00 class to learn the moves. The ballroom dancing session is a great opportunity to get moving with your partner. Great exercise for your heart and it is fun!
CraftsThursdays, 1-2:15You do not need to be an artist to participate in these craft activities. Simple crafts that everyone can do successfully will be featured. 7/5 Robyn – Basket Weaving7/12 Milli - Sonia Delaunay, Orphism Art7/19 Milli - Jackson Pollock, Abstract Expressionism7/26 Milli - George Seurat, Dot Art
Storytime-Writing GroupFridays, 10:15-12 Interested in learning to write? Join us each Friday as we explore the art of writing.
Tech AssistanceWednesdays, 1-2:30, Computer AssistanceFridays, 10:30-12:00, Explore your iPhone, iPad or SmartphoneBring your Smartphone, Tablet, or Laptop and let’s answer your questions. Our volunteers will be on hand to help you navigate your device and teach you a few tricks.
Naples Senior Center at JFCS, supports individuals and families of all ages by providing a wide range of social services including: Naples Senior Center, Dementia Respite, Geriatric Case Management and Senior Outreach, Mental health Services and a Food Pantry.If you or a family member needs help or information call us at 239-325-4444. Our expert staff are here to help.
Follow us:Website: NaplesSeniorCenter.org
Facebook Page: Naples Senior Center at JFCSInstagram: naplesseniorcenter
12:00-1:00 LunchPlease plan to be seated no later than 11:30
Get a head start for the Aug 21stBook Club selection by reading: 1984 by George Orwell
UPDATES ON EXISTING ACTIVITIES FOR JULY
PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR ALL PROGRAMS. Sign-up when you’re at the Senior Center or call 239-325-4444REGISTRATIONS and CANCELLATIONS FOR WEDNESDAY’S LUNCH ARE REQUESTED BY THE PREVIOUS FRIDAY
We now o�er shuttle service each Wednesday 10:30-1:30 from the Life Christian Church (1048 Castello Dr) to our Center Please, do not park in the lots directly to the left and right of our building or in the grass around the neighborhood. When our lot is full, our parking lot attendants will assist you. Please do not tip the valets.
For Collier Area Transportation to the Senior Center call 239-252-7272. • If you haven’t signed up call Naples Senior Center at JFCS and we can help you get registered.
Please check the schedule closely as some of the regular classes may have some adjustments to time or day.
Mon Tue Wed Fri
2) 10-12: Art Class 11-11:45: Chair Yoga 12-12:45:Strength Exercise Video 1-3: Movie: The Family Man
3) 9:45-11:45: Water Color 10-11: Spanish Lesson #8 11-1: Needle Works 11-1: Learn Needle Point 12:30-1:15 Strength Exercise Video 1:30-2:15:Tai Chi Two 2:30-3:30: Beginning Line Dancing
4) 4th of July
Holiday
Center Closed
5) 9:30-10:15: Stay Fit as You Age 10-11:15 Garden Group-Farm to Table 11:15-12: Adult Coloring & Relaxation 12-1: Bone Builders 1-2:15: Crafts 1-2: Beginning Line Dancing 2-4: Love to Dance Party 2:30-4:30: Writer’s Workshop Memoirs
6) 9:30-10:15 Intro to Tai Chi (2-4) 10:15-12: Storytime-Writing Group 10:30-11:15: Tai Chi One (2-4) 10:30-12: Explore your iPhone and iPad 12-12:45: Chair Stretch Video 1-3:30: Games and Cards
9) 10-12: Art Class 11-11:45: Chair Yoga 12-12:45:Strength Exercise Video 1-3: Movie: Must Love Dogs
10) 9:45-11:45: Water Color 10-11: Spanish Lesson #9 11-1: Needle Works 11-1: Learn Needle Point 11:15-12:15: Genealogy 12:30-1:15 Strength Exercise Video 1:30-2:15:Tai Chi Two 2:30-3:30: Beginning Line Dancing
11) 9:30 Choir Practice 10-11:30: Paratransit 11-1: Lunch and More-Sara Dorna, Vio-linist 1-2:30: Computer Assistance 1:15-2:15: Travelogue-Northern India 1:30-2:30: The Dream Team
12) 9:30-10:15: Stay Fit as You Age 10-11:15 Garden Group-Farm to Table 11:15-12: Adult Coloring & Relaxation 12-1: Bone Builders 1-2:15: Veterans in Paradise (VIP) 1-2:15: Crafts 1-2: Beginning Line Dancing 2-3: Intermediate Line Dancing 2:30-4:30: Writer’s Workshop Memoirs 3-4: Ballroom Dancing
13) 9:30-10:15: Intro to Tai Chi (3-4) 10:15-12: Storytime-Writing Group 10:30-11:15: Tai Chi One (3-4) 10:30-12: Explore your iPhone and iPad 12-12:45: Chair Stretch Video 1-3:30: Games and Cards
16) 10-12: Art Class 11-11:45: Chair Yoga 12-12:45:Strength Exercise Video 1-3: Movie: Mamma Mia
17) 9:45-11:45 Water Color 10-11: Spanish Lesson #10 11-1: Needle Works 11-1: Learn Needle Point 12-1 Book Club 12:30-1:15: Strength Exercise Video 1:30-2:15: Tai Chi Two 2:30-3:30: Beginning Line Dancing
18) 9:30 Choir Practice 10-11: Brain Games Workshop 11-1: Lunch and More-Collier County Library 1-2:30: Computer Assistance 1:15-2:15 International Cities : Istanbul
19) 9:30-10:15: Stay Fit as You Age 10-11:15 Garden Group-Farm to Table 11:15-12: Adult Coloring & Relaxation 12-1: Bone Builders 1-2:15: Crafts 1-2: Beginning Line Dancing 2-3: Intermediate Line Dancing 2:30-4:30: Writer’s Workshop Memoirs 3-4: Ballroom Dancing
20) 9:30-10:15: Intro to Tai Chi (4-4) 10:15-12: Storytime-Writing Group 10:30-11:15: Tai Chi One (4-4) 10:30-12: Explore your iPhone and iPad 12-12:45: Chair Stretch Video 1-3:30: Games and Cards 1:15-3:15: Acrylic Paint Workshop
23) 10-12: Art Class 11-11:45: Chair Yoga 12-12:45:Strength Exercise Video 1-3: Movie: Blue Jasmine
24) 9:45-11:45 Water Color 10-11: Spanish Lesson #11 11-1: Needle Works 11-1: Learn Needle Point 12:30-1:15: Strength Exercise Video 1:30-2:15: Tai Chi Two 2:30-3:30: Beginning Line Dancing
25) 9:30-12: Shine, Medicare Counsel-ing (appt.) 9:30 Choir Practice 11-1: Lunch and More-Dottie & Bruce Dance Party 11-1: Amplified Phones 1-2:30: Computer Assistance 1:15-2:15: Vote Smart! Meet Your 2018 Ballot
26) 9:30-10:15: Stay Fit as You Age 10-11:15 Garden Group-Farm to Table 11:15-12: Adult Coloring & Relaxation 12-1: Bone Builders 1-2:15: Crafts 1-2: Beginning Line Dancing 2-3: Intermediate Line Dancing 2:30-4:30: Writer’s Workshop Memoirs 3-4: Ballroom Dancing
27) 9:30-10:15: Intro to Tai Chi (1-4) 10:15-12: Storytime-Writing Group 10:30-11:15: Tai Chi One (1-4) 10:30-12: Explore your iPhone and iPad 12-12:45: Chair Stretch Video 1-3:30: Games and Cards
30) 10-12: Art Class 11-11:45: Chair Yoga 12-12:45:Strength Exercise Video 1-3: Movie: Crescendo, The Power of Music
31) 9:45-11:45 Water Color 10:-11:30: Empty Bowls Painting Party 10-11: Spanish Lesson #12 11-1: Needle Works 11-1: Learn Needle Point 12:30-1:15: Strength Exercise Video 1:30-2:15: Tai Chi Two 2:30-3:30: Beginning Line Dancing
5025 Castello Drive
Naples, FL 34103
239-325-4444
REMINDER – THE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED, WEDNESDAY, JULY 4TH Bring two (2) light hand weights to all chair exercise-strength video classes. Please wear comfortable clothing and good supportive athletic shoes. Bring your current project, paint and brushes to water color painting on Tuesdays while socializing with other water color painters. GAMES & CARDS - Friday afternoon 1-3:30. Our current list of activities include: Bridge, Cards, Marbles, Chess, Cribbage, Progressive Rummy, Pinochle, Mah Jongg, Hand and Foot and Jig Saw Puzzles. Beginners to advanced players are welcome. Be sure to sign-up in Copilot in advance.
ART CLASSES Every Monday 10-12 The entire month of July will be Mixed Media Art – these consist of creative workshops that allow students to explore new techniques using a variety of materials, such as paint, pastels, collage and textured mediums. Students will work on canvas and paper surfaces. Each session is independent of the others; however, students who attend regularly may develop a piece over several weeks as opposed to a new project for each class.
PARTICIPANTS MUST PREREGISTER - SUPPLIES PROVIDED FOR THIS CLASS
MOVIES—Have some popcorn and enjoy watching movies on our theater size screen. July 2—The Family Man - Jack's lavish, fast-paced lifestyle changes one Christmas night when he stumbles into a grocery store holdup and disarms the gunman. Starring Nicholas Cage, Tea Leoni - PG-13, 2000, 2h 5m – Comedy, Drama, Fantasy July 9— Must Love Dogs - Sarah is 40 and recently divorced. Believing Sarah needs to date more, her sister, Carol, creates an online dating profile for her. Simultaneously, Jake reluctantly decides to try Internet dating. Sarah and Jake meet, and though both agree they are not interested in a serious relationship, their chemistry is undeniable. Starring Diane Lane, John Cusack, 2005, PG–13, 1h 38m, Comedy, Romance July 16—Mamma Mia - Donna, an independent hotelier in the Greek islands, is preparing for her daughter's wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile Sophie, the spirited bride, has an alternate plan. Starring Meryl Streep, PG-13, 2008, Romance/Musical, 1h 49m
July 23—Blue Jasmine - After her marriage to a wealthy businessman collapses, New York socialite Jasmine flees to San Francisco and the modest apartment of her sister, Ginger. Jasmine voices her disapproval of Ginger's boyfriend, Chili and begrudgingly takes a job in a dentist's office, while Ginger begins dating a man who's a setup from Chili. Starring Alec Baldwin, Cate Blanchett, PG-13, 2013, 1h, 38m, Drama
July 30 – Crescendo, The Power of Music - El Sistema, is Venezuela's phenomenal youth orchestra program, bringing social transformation to disadvantaged children. This is an in-depth, look at three kids as they participate in a pair of Sistema-inspired programs in the US. PG, 1h, 25m, 2014, Documentary, Family, Drama
Special Note – Please respect volunteers and other members by arriving on time for programs. Thank you!
