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Active LIVING

TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT » SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2016

The magazine for Tallahassee’s active boomer and senior community

Bright lightsThe 2016 Silver Stars are models of community service, optimal aging

and a positive outlook on life. Stories, Pages 3-5


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COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY

A variety of classes are offered and vary inprice. Complete an application at TSC to ex-press your computer skill level and courseinterests. To request an application be sent toyou, register, or for more info, e-mail [email protected] or call (850) 891-4008.

MICROSOFT EXCEL – BASIC

Tue., Wed., and Thu., May 17, 18, 19, 24, & 25,5:30-7:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Bring aflash drive. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-Seniors).Preregistration and payment required; space islimited.

MICROSOFT WORD – BASIC

Tue., Wed., and Thu., June 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 &

23, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Bring aflash drive. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-Seniors).Preregistration and payment required; space islimited.

COMPUTER COMMUNICATION:

MAKING CONNECTIONS

E-mail! Instant Messaging! Facebook! Twitter!Video Chat! Internet Safety! Learn how toconnect with family and friends over the In-ternet. This 6-class course on computer commu-nication will span 2 weeks in May 2016. Eachclass is 2 hours. Both morning and afternoontimes are available. The courses are a part of aresearch project by a doctoral student from theCollege of Social Work at Florida State Univer-

sity who is trying to increase computer commu-

nication among older adults. For adults 60+with some computer experience. For moreinformation or to sign up for a course, callJaclyn Williams, MSW at (305) 588-6159 ore-mail her at [email protected].

SPECIAL NOTE: Reserve NOW as computerclasses often fill up quickly; additional classes

are frequently added. For more information orto register for classes, unless otherwise noted,call (850) 891-4008 or e-mail [email protected]. Note: if multiple dates are listed, thisis the number of times the class will meet.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS

Additional classes are being developed. Toregister, or for additional information, [email protected] or call (850) 891-4008.Bring your camera, with a charged battery, andyour camera manual to class. $5 Seniors 50+ or

LIFE LONG LEARNING CLASSES

OPPORTUNITIES TO

CELEBRATE &

SOCIALIZE

Save the dates! Take a tour or call891-4000 for more information regard-ing these Tallahassee Senior CenterEvents.Closed Monday, May 30 for theMemorial HolidayPatriotic Concert, Capital City ConcertBand of TCC, Mon., June 20, 7pm.Maintenance Week: June 27 – July 1Closed – Monday, July 4th for Inde-

pendence DayIce Cream Social, Mon., Jul. 11, 12:30-2p.mActive Living Expo, Sep. 15/16Membership Week, Sep. 26/30Member Appreciation & AnnualMeeting with Pure Platinum, Sep. 30Deck the Halls Kickoff, Fri., Nov. 4Deck the Halls, Fri., Dec. 2

LIVING AND LOVING BEARS

Wed., June 1 11 a.m. – noon, DiningRoom. Learn about how to live with,

vacation near and conserv eour nativeblack bear, the only species of bearfound in Florida. Presented by FWC’sBlack Bear Management Program.

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ABOUT THE SENIORCENTERFor questions or more informationon the Tallahassee Senior Center &Foundation activities and 15neighborhood venues, pleasecontact 850-891-4000 or visittalgov.com/seniors andtallahasseeseniorfoundation.org. Find and “Like” usat Facebook.com/ TallahasseeSeniorCenter. For LeonCounty Senior Outreach (a program

of the TSCF) and the LCSO Gazette,visit cms.leoncountyfl.gov/home/ departments/senioroutreach orphone 850-891-4065.

ABOUT THEPUBLICATIONActive Living is a bi-monthlypublication of the Tallahassee SeniorCenter, 1400 N Monroe St.,Tallahassee, FL 32303. 850-891-4000.

Sheila Salyer, Senior ServicesManager, City of Tallahassee;

Executive Director, TallahasseeSenior Foundation

Audrey Byrne,Managing Editor

Martha Gruender, CoordinatingCopy Editor

The mission of Tallahassee SeniorServices is to offer programs,activities, and opportunitiesdesigned to encourage active living,optimal aging, and social fitness forindependent adults age 50+.

Disclaimer of Endorsement:

Reference herein to any specific

commercial products, process, orservice by trade name, trademark,manufacturer, or otherwise, doesnot necessarily constitute or imply itsendorsement, recommendation orfavoring by Tallahassee SeniorServices or the Tallahassee SeniorFoundation.

For questions or more information,please contact 850-891-4000 or visittalgov.com/seniors andtallahasseeseniorfoundation.org. Find and “Like” uson Facebook at Facebook.com/ TallahasseeSeniorCenter!

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On May 26, the Tallahassee SeniorCenter & Foundation will celebrate the15th Annual Silver Stars, a gala that rec-ognizes volunteers, sponsors and SilverStars Award Winners. We congratulatethe 2016 Silver Stars who represent all

walks of life. Each recipient was select-ed for their service and optimal agingafter turning age 60. The commonthread is their continuous dedication toa positive outlook on life.

Stephen K. Beasley, 74

A sharp businessman with a servant’sheart, Stephen Beasley strives to make apositive, sustainable impact on Tallahas-see’s Southside.

The Tallahassee native is the son offormer Florida A&M professor Sylves-ter “Jap” Beasley, which explains Ste-phen’s love for FAMU. Stephen devel-oped a passion for photography while at-tending FAMU High and then moved onto his beloved university, where he ma-jored in business administration and mi-nored in accounting and marketing.

In 1965, Stephen combined his de-gree, his passion for photography, andhis entrepreneurial spirit when he be-gan a photography and advertising busi-ness, Beasley & Associates. Five yearslater, he founded the Capital HourNewspaper, which he published for fiveyears. In 1976, he established the re-nowned Capital Outlook newspaper. Af-ter 50 years at the helm of his advertis-ing business, Stephen finally retired andfocused fully on service.

More than 30 years after helping to

found the MLK Foundation, Stephenserves as the organization’s CEO. Thefoundation aligns with so much of whatStephen stands for: promoting charity,community, and leadership, while alsospreading the spirit of community prideand equality embodied by Dr. King.

Stephen considers himself blessed asa businessman and as a person, which in-spires him to give back. During hisyouth, his family stressed the impor-tance of civic engagement. This envi-ronment of deeply valuing service andlove inspired him to do the same for theyouth on the Southside. As a result, hehas started three Boy Scouts troops anddedicates his time to mentoring.

Stephen Beasley and his late wife,Nickie, a school administrator for LeonCounty Schools, were married for 38

years. They have one daughter and twograndchildren.

Dr. Ada Puryear Burnette, 84

It seems as though Dr. Ada PuryearBurnette has taught everywhere and ev-eryone. She began her far-reaching ca-reer as a public school teacher in NorthCarolina and Illinois, before moving intohigher education. She served in a varie-ty of key positions at universities in Vir-ginia, Alabama, and Tennessee beforeaccepting a position as administrator ofFlorida’s early childhood, basic skills,and elementary education programs —the first African-American to hold sucha position for the State of Florida sincethe Reconstruction period.

After five years in that position, Adacraved the excitement of teaching. She

moved to Daytona Beach for a return tohigher education at Bethune-Cookman

College (now University), where sheserved as an administrator, and later toValdosta State University.

In 2006, Ada was inducted into Flori-da A&M University’s Gallery of Distinc-tion. The next year, the school’s presi-dent and other top administrators luredher out of semi-retirement to chair theDepartment of Educational Leadershipand Human Services. She still spendsher days spreading her positivitythrough the school and through her di-verse and extensive charity work, men-torships, and social organizations.

Dr. Ada Puryear Burnette has dedi-cated her life and career to educationalleadership, even giving three presenta-tions at Oxford on the subject. Despiteher countless professional accolades,what brings her the most joy is spendingtime with family, and helping to enrichthe lives of others through her generouscharity work and community service.She currently serves on the Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Statusof Women & Girls and mentors studentsat Sealey Elementary School.

Ada’s key to a happy life is living ac-cording to the simple but effective mot-to, “Look at things positively.” This mot-to is wisdom that she applies to every as-pect of her full and exciting life as aneducator, volunteer and mentor.

Chuck Lee, 77

One’s lifelong passion for learningdoesn’t stop during retirement years, asChuck Lee continues to impact the Talla-hassee community through his educa-tion initiatives and passion for volun-teering.

The Ohio transplant gathered 20years of rich experiences in counselingbefore retiring. Finding solace in Mi-ami, he had the privilege of a “full prac-

SILVER STARS SHINE BRIGHTPositive outlook

shapes lives of eightdedicated volunteersKELSEY MURRAY AND QAREE DREHER

INTERNS, SACHS MEDIA GROUP

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Silver Stars Sponsors

Extending our appreciation to the follow-ing 2016 “Silver Stars” sponsors for makingan Evening Among the Stars

Presenting Galaxy Sponsor

Capital Health Plan

Constellation

Capital Regional Medical CenterEye Associates of Tallahassee

Starburst

Big Bend HospiceCapital Home HealthHome Instead Senior CareTapestry Senior Living of Tallahassee

Big Dipper

Audiology Associates of North Florida

Steve Halsell, PrudentialPacifica Senior Living at WoodmontMoose Lodge 1075Westminster Oaks Active Living Communi-ty

Little Dipper

Allegro Independent & Assisted LivingCarroll & Co.Centre Pointe Health & RehabilitationHospitalE. Ann Cleare, Realtor, Premier HomesDermatology Specialists of FloridaDQP Copy & PrintHarborChase of TallahasseeHealing by Nature, LLCJenny CraigPrime Meridian BankPremier Fine Homes

Seven Hills Health & RehabSheila SalyerTallahassee Memorial Lifeline


tical experience” at Life ResourcesCounseling Center, as director for sevenyears. Through his academic focus oncounseling, Chuck helped cultivate asafe space for growth and healing for a

diverse population.Next, Chuck and his family rooted

themselves in Tallahassee, where hetook on a new career role as part-timeCoordinator of Judicial Affairs at Talla-hassee Community College. He roundedout his professional career as the part-time Lifelong Learning Coordinator forthe Tallahassee Senior Center.

During retirement, Chuck and Mu-riel have relocated to Westminster Oakswhere he has been influential in further-ing the arts, culture, and lifelong learn-ing program within this active commu-

nity. Hard-working, innovative, and al-ways looking for an opportunity to getinvolved, Chuck developed his passionfor serving by endeavoring to pursue allof his scholastic interests.

A multi-talented person, one mightoften find Chuck working on a newpainting, sharing bits of wisdom in hisblog, or helping Muriel tend to theirflower beds.

Chuck’s civic engagement runs wideand deep, once serving as a full-time vol-unteer with Capital City ChristianChurch’s senior adult ministry. His in-fluence spans many generationsthroughout the years.

Chuck married his high school sweet-heart, Muriel, 57 years ago. He deeplyvalues his family and exudes tremen-

dous pride as he talks about his four chil-dren, eight grandchildren, and threegreat-grandchildren.

Asked how they kept love alive for somany years, Chuck responded: “Be flex-ible and work to remain on the samepage,” he smiled. “Trite but true—com-munication and openness is the secret.”

His strong belief in being a doerdrives his love for helping others. Liv-ing life to the fullest, Chuck Lee lives bythis simple motto: Never give up.

Barbara Mann, 78

Barbara Mann may be an expertwoodcarver, but it’s the lives she shapesthat are the true measure of her success.

Barbara learned her deep passionand skillset for woodcarving from agroup of Cherokee Indians while serv-ing as Dean of Students at West Carolina

University in 1971. Since then, she hasdedicated her life to teaching and volun-teering as a woodcarving instructoracross the country.

Upon moving to Tallahassee in 1988,Barbara began teaching her own wood-carving class at Oglesby Union on Flori-da State University’s campus. Her classwas so popular that she decided to teamup with fellow woodcarver Jack Rut-ledge to begin a social woodcarving clubin 1994. Now, the club meets on week-nights at the Tallahassee Senior Center,the place where Barbara says, “It was

all born.” An instructor for Capital CityCarvers and Westminster Oaks, she hasvolunteered at Woodcarvers Roundupevents in Florida, Michigan, and Indi-ana.

Before she began shaping livesthrough woodcarving, Barbara servedas a role model and mentor for collegestudents across the country. She re-ceived a degree in fiscal education fromBowling Green State before earning amaster’s degree in counseling at WayneState University. She then spent twoyears as a residence hall manager at

Ball State University followed by threeyears as Director of Student Housing atFrostburg State University. “I lovedworking with college kids,” Barbara re-calls. “They kept me young all those

years.”Barbara came to Florida State Uni-

versity in 1980 and earned a degree inhigher education. She then served asVice President of Student Services atthe University of North Carolina. Re-turning to FSU in 1988, she worked as anassociate professor of higher education,where she taught 32 doctoral students

and 240 master’s students.Barbara Mann has developed a

strong legacy to be followed by wood-carvers and students alike. “Pursueyour dreams. Even if you don’t reachthem, you’ll find something you lovealong the way,” she says.

Nina and Cooper Mingledorff, 83 and90

Happiness is finding the perfectdance partner. Fortunately, Nina andCooper Mingledorff found that and somuch more when they tied the knot 65

years ago. This dynamic duo has spentmore than four decades twisting andtwirling their way across the country asofficers and dancers for the TallahasseeTwirlers Square Dancing Club. Theyhave participated in numerous festivalsand dance competitions everywherefrom Kirkwood, Missouri, to EnglishMountain, Tennessee.

Cooper is a proud military veteranwhose service included time in Japan,where he helped with cleanup opera-tions after World War II and made sure ahigh-ranking colonel got where he wassupposed to be. When he returned home,Cooper began forestry school, where hedeveloped a passion and impressiveknack for growing trees. After finishingforestry school in 1949, he moved to the

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Wakulla County community of Newport,where he met Nina at a local church.

After they were married, the couplemoved to Tallahassee. Cooper began hisfirst and only career — working at St. JoePaper Company, where he helped growpine trees from 1979 to 1991. Meanwhile,Nina began 25 years at Florida State Uni-versity as a staff assistant.

Now retired, the two enjoy volunteer-

ing at the Tallahassee Senior Center con-cession stand where they keep the pop-corn machine popping during antiqueshows and other special events. Over thelast decade, Nina served at the SeniorCenter’s reception desk and financial of-fice. But it isn’t all “work” for this retiredcouple — Nina and Cooper make sure tospend time with their children andgrandchildren at weekly Friday nightdinner gatherings.

So what’s Cooper’s secret to a long andhappy marriage? “When she asks you todo something, say ‘Yes, ma’am’!” Simi-

larly, Nina’s words of wisdom for youngadults in search of a bright future: “En-joy life while you can, live every momentto the fullest, and do what makes youhappy.”

Martje “Martha” Rodeseike, 84

Learning new skills is nothing new forMartha Rodeseike.

That was really driven home whenshe was just 18 and was uprooted fromher home in the Netherlands after WorldWar II when her parents moved Marthaand her four siblings to the United

States. While many teenage girls wouldfind this move daunting, Martha recallsthe experience as the greatest adventureof her life.

She moved first to Milwaukee, whereshe met her husband, an electrical engi-neer, and had her daughter. The youngfamily moved to Pennsylvania, but even-tually she made a return to the continentof her birth. They lived in France andthen England, but finally moved back tothe States. That may explain why Marthanow counts travelling among her manypassions.

Before her first venture “across thepond,” Martha picked up needleworkskills from her mother and grandmother.She now passes her love of the art to ea-ger students every Monday and Wednes-day at the Tallahassee Senior Center,where for the past seven years she hastaught all forms of needlework, includ-ing crocheting, knitting, needlepoint,and quilting. As the class leader, Marthaensures supplies are available for theclass and follows up on those who miss tomake sure they are well.

Martha’s classes don’t just benefit herstudents, however. The classes have do-nated more than 350 lap blankets andother handmade goods to veterans, long-term care patients, and babies in neona-tal care.

When she’s not helping othersthrough her knitting, she may be at thebowling alley participating in leagueplay. She is also a Gold medal winner inthe 2016 Capital City Senior Games.

On how she stays active, Martha’s se-

cret is simply: “Work — keep on work-ing. Don’t sit at home.” She lives out thismessage by in all of her activities. What-ever the project, Martha Rodeseike is al-ways ready and happy to learn!

Dr. Carolyn J. Ryals, 81

For Dr. Carolyn Ryals, a deep life-longpassion for education stems from segre-gation’s depriving her of it when she wasyoung.

Today, most Americans assume ac-cess to education as an entitlement. Butfor Carolyn, education was a privilege,

one she reflected upon every day whileriding a train to a distant school becausethe one in her Southwest Florida home-town of Boca Grande was segregated.

“It’s not where you’re from, it’s whereyou’re going,” Carolyn says, recallingthe maxim that motivated her to con-tinue pushing forward through the ob-stacles she faced.

The adversity Carolyn experienced ingaining an education reaffirmed twothings for her: She wanted to dedicateher life to education, and she wanted toprovide that opportunity to others.

Her academic achievements are a re-flection of the promise she made to her-self. She earned a bachelor’s degree inbusiness from Florida A&M University,a master’s in education from Indiana

University, and a doctorate in educationfrom Nova Southeastern University.

Carolyn is the owner of KopyKatCopy Center, located near FAMU’s cam-pus. She also spearheads “Passion forReading,” serves on the boards of the

Tallahassee Shelter and the C. K. SteeleSr. Foundation, and volunteers with Be-thel Missionary Baptist Church. She hasserved on the Tallahassee Mayor’s TaskForce to End Homelessness and the Co-alition for the Homeless.

Carolyn has had the privilege of pass-ing her passion and dedication to threemore generations — her daughter, twogranddaughters, and a great-grand-daughter.

Asked where she derives her strengthand grace from, Dr. Ryals points to herfaith. “God told us to do two things: love

him and love others. That’s how I live mylife.”

Dorothy “Dot” Skofronick, 78

Environmentally conscious. Innova-tive. Civic minded. These are just someof the phrases that describe the dynamiclife of Dot Skofronick.

Embodying positive, sustainablechange, Dot is on the forefront of makingTallahassee environmentally friendly.For her, sustainability and environmen-tal service simply make sense.

When she first arrived in Tallahasseewith her husband Jim, she started a gar-dening club to engage her community.She always sought ways to make her pas-sion for being environmentally con-scious approachable. Whether it was

walking — not driving — her children toschool or handing out cloth bags for re-cycling at her church, Dot took advan-tage of every opportunity to make envi-ronmental service accessible to others.

Dot is involved with a myriad of envi-

ronmental organizations, including Re-Think Energy, Sustainable Tallahassee,and Friends of Wakulla Springs. Also achampion of community solar power,she proudly counts among her many out-standing accomplishments a successfulpush for a solar farm at the Tallahasseeairport.

An active runner and Gulf WindsTrack Club Hall of Fame member, Dotteaches water aerobics for the City ofTallahassee and mentors students atKate Sullivan Elementary School. Whenshe isn’t at her French study group or

with an environmental advocacy group,you can find her gardening at home.

Dot and Jim met at the University ofWisconsin. Jim’s acclaim as a physicistgrew, and the couple eventually movedto Tallahassee when Jim joined the Phys-ics Department at Florida State Univer-sity. Dot and Jim raised four children,each of whom became engineers withdiffering fields of expertise. Together,they started the Outdoor ExplorersGroup for FSU’s Faculty and FriendsClub and recently built a kitchen-familyroom addition to their home.

Several of Dot’s friends from the Sen-ior Center’s French group had this to sayabout her: “She is truly a wonderful re-source for our community and our plan-et.”

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USA BALLROOM DANCE, Sat. 7:30–10:30p.m. Come and dance on the largest dancefloor in the Big Bend. Dance lessons providedat no charge at 6:30 p.m.; dance nights withpaid entry. All dances are smoke and alcoholfree. $8/USA Dance members and $14/non-members; $5 for students with valid IDs. Markyour calendars for the following dance dates:

May 21 – Mash In May

June 18 – Black & White Charity Ball – Semi-formal

CONTRA DANCE (TALLAHASSEE COMMU-NITY FRIENDS OF OLD TIME DANCE), Fri.7:15–10:30 p.m. Jigs and reels and all kinds offun. Moves similar to square dance with acaller instructing each dance before the musicbegins. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes.No partner or experience necessary. New-

comers should arrive by 7:15 p.m. $8/adults,$7/seniors, $5/students, $3/dancing kids.

May 13 – Band TBA with Caller Jane Ewing

June 10 – Long Forgotten String Band withCaller Rachel Flemming

June 24 – Band/Caller TBA

BEGINNING LINE DANCE, Mon. at 5:15 p.m.and Thu. at 12:30 p.m. Lace up your shoesand let’s dance. From country to pop music,let the beat move your feet! $4 for Mon., and$2 for Thu.

CAPITAL TWIRLERS SQUARE DANCE, Mon.at 8 p.m. Mainstream and Plus Level SquareDancing. Monthly dues $12.50 per person.Visitors always welcome $5. Level adjusted tofit dancers' skills. Check web site at

www.squaredancesites.com/capital_twirlersfor more details or Facebook at www.face-book.com/Tallahasseetwirlers/. For moreinformation contact Libby at (850) 385-0608.

DANCING FOR FUN, Fri., 2–4 p.m. A fundance for any age group – it’s our love ofdancing that keeps us young! All types of

ballroom dancing. Come with or without apartner. $2 (50+), $3 (others).

BEGINNING BALLROOM AND SWINGLESSONS, Fri., 5:30 -7 p.m. Ballroom andSwing dance lessons also include the Fox Trot,Swing, Tango, Waltz and Cha Cha. No partnerneeded. Come meet people and have fun!$5.

GET MOVING: DANCE & FITNESS

Cyclist Dean Duggar (55-59) takes homeSilver & Gold medals.

$7 non-Seniors. Additional information can befound at: http://www.maf1.com/dcc/

ADVANCED DIGITAL

PHOTOGRAPHYWed., May 11, 6:30–9 p.m.This class covers topics such as ISO, white bal-ance, exposure value, color temperature, pro-gram - aperture - shutter modes, metering suchas weighted or spot and other advanced func-tions. Lighting techniques, image arrange-ment, time-of-day photography, tripod man-agement and many other topics will be discuss-ed. Some of the advanced features on digitalsingle lens reflex (DSLR) camera units alongwith the advantages and disadvantages ofvarious lens configurations will be discussed.The topics and issues in this class will carry

forward to Travel Photography.

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY

Wed., May 25, 6:30–9 p.m.The class reviews many of the different situa-tions photographers encounter when trav-eling. Different tricks and techniques, someobvious and some not so obvious, such asshooting from a speeding car, catching a rain-bow, shooting in snow, and taking photos indark areas such as churches, will be covered.This class includes previous content from theDigital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) and the TravelPhotography classes.

MENTOR UP

Wed. May 25 & June 22, 4:30–5:30 p.m. OR5:30–6:30 p.m.Are you taking full advantage of your cellphone, tablet, e-reader or laptop? Would youlike to learn about Skype, Facebook, and othertypes of social media? Join AARP and LeonHigh students in this free session. Registrationis required; space is limited. Cost is free; dona-tions are accepted. Call Leslie Spencer at (850)577-5165 to sign up or if you have any ques-tions. Hosted at the Tallahassee Senior Center.For additional dates, see Leon County Senior

Outreach or Mentor Up flyer.

UKULELE BEGINNING – “UKE 101”

Fri., 10-10:50 a.m.Basic information about the ukulele, focusingon easier chords and strum patterns. We’ll playsome of the easier songs from The Daily Uku-lele songbook. $2.“UKE 203” (Fingerstyle Exercises)Fri., 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.Four-week class for beginners, advanced begin-ners, and intermediate ukulele players. Topicsinclude: What are notes, and where are theyon your ukulele fretboard? How do you knowwhich notes are in a Major Chord, or in a MinorChord? How do you play chords beyond the3rd fret? What are scales, and why are theyuseful to learn? No preregistration required.$2.

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Fitness classes are $2 unless otherwise indicat-ed. For more information, e-mail [email protected] or call (850) 891-4042.

MINDFUL MOVEMENT, Tuesday, 11 a.m.-noon, taught by Lori Roberts, certified NIAyoga instructor.

BRAIN-BODY-BALANCE, Monday, 1:30-2:30p.m. at the TSC, is an active-aging, fall preven-tion program specifically created to train andreverse many types of aging. Our philosophyfuses movement with neuroplasticity-enhanc-ing drills to improve balance, the various func-tions of the brain, reflex skills, and improvedaily life skills. Taught by Kathy Gilbert. Otherlocations:

Tuesday, 10-11 a.m., Optimist Park, KathyGilbert

Tuesday, 1-2 p.m., SouthWood, Wendy Barber

($5 donation)

Wednesday, 2-3 p.m., Allegro Heritage Oaks,Kathy Gilbert

CHAIR YOGA, Friday, 11 a.m.-noon, offers agentle yoga workout for increased mobility,bladder control, self-esteem, and mental focus.Taught by Bridget Welch, certified yoga in-structor.

LIFE EXERCISE, Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m., consists of aerobics, light weights,stretching, strengthening and balance exer-

cises. Suitable for everyone and you can partici-pate seated. Taught by Pomeroy Brinkley.

TAI CHI: Wednesday and Friday 10 -11 a.m.Taught by Tom Ewart, Taoist Tai Chi Society.

ZUMBA® GOLD: Thursday, 5:30-6:30 p.m., $5(50+) $7 others. Taught by Jacqueline Parra.

YOGA: Monday and Wednesday, 5:30-7 p.m.Vigorous practice for adults including poses,relaxation, and mediation. Wear comfortableclothes and bring yoga mat (if you have one).Fee: $10 (50+), $12 others. Taught by Pamela

Hunter, certified yoga instructor.

NEIGHBORHOOD FITNESS SITES

Each class $2 (50+), $3 others.

Allegro, 4501 Shannon Lakes Dr W

Brain, Body, Balance with Kathy Gilbert,Wednesday, 2 - 3 p.m.

Bradfordville Fitness, Northeast BranchLibrary, Rm. 103, 5513 Thomasville Rd.

Senior Fitness with Llona Geiger

Beginners: Tuesday & Friday, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Intermediate: Tuesday & Friday, 11:30a.m.-12:30 p.m .

Afternoon Class: Tuesday & Friday, 1-2 p.m.

Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C. Spence Com-

munity Center

Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch: Monday,Wednesday & Friday, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Seated Fitness with Judy Upchurch: Tuesday &Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Fort Braden Community Center

Senior Fitness with Wendy Barber: Monday &Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Jack McLean Community Center

Super Seniors Fitness with Edwina Martin:Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 10-11 a.m. (nocharge)

Lake Jackson Community Center

Mindful Movement with Lori Roberts,Thursday, 1-2 p.m.

Miccosukee Community Center

Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch, Tuesday &Thursday, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Optimist Park, 1355 Indianhead Drive

Brain-Body-Balance with Kathy Gilbert,Tuesday, 10-11 a.m.

SouthWood Community Center

Brain-Body-Balance with Wendy Barber, Tues-

day, 1-2 p.m., $5 requested

Woodville Community Center

Senior Fitness with Llona Geiger, Monday &Wednesday, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF

HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

The listed presentations, massage and classes atthe Tallahassee Senior Center are $2 unless

otherwise indicated. We graciously acceptdonations of clean medical equipment to sharewith those in need. Walkers, wheelchairs,canes, adult diapers, Ensure, shower chairs, etc.Your donation is tax deductible. For moreinformation e-mail [email protected] call (850)891-4042.

“Walk With Ease,” Tuesday, Wednesday &Thursday, May 17-June 23, 8:30-9:15 a.m.,Auditorium.

May is National Fitness Month. Here’s theperfect opportunity to keep moving and havefun! Developed by the Arthritis Foundation,the “Walk with Ease” program is for anyonewho wants to walk, talk, and have a good tim ewhile enjoying the benefits of regular (indoor)

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exercise. Facilitated by Area Agency on Aging.Call Henry at (850) 891-4045 to register.“Stroke Awareness,” Wednesday, May 25, 11a.m. - Noon, dining Room.

May is National Stroke Awareness month! Dr.Siddharth Sehgal, neurologist, CRMC, presentson the prevention, risks, and treatments for thiscommon and life-threatening disorder. Every-one needs to know how to recognize andrespond if stroke is suspected.“Mindfulness for Active Aging,” Thursday, June 2 - July 14, 10:30 a.m. – noon, Activity Room.You’ve been hearing about “mindfulness.”Experience and integrate this simple and dra-matic evidence based approach to life. Offeredby Angela Meredith, Mindfulness-based Thera-peutic Lifestyle Change Program Trainer, you

will acquire tools and resources for at-homepractice. Classes will cover the topics of heartbreathing, fitness, relationships, thoughts andemotions, rest and sleep. The goal is to arm youwith a variety of applications to bring greaterpeace of mind, reduced stress, and improvedhealth and nutrition. $25 for 6-week class or $6for “drop-in.” We encourage you to registerfor all six weeks, though drop-ins are welcome.Space is limited! To reserve your slot, [email protected] or call (850) 891-4042“Tools to Quit: A Smoking Cessation Work-shop,” Monday, June 6 & July 18 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Conf Rm 1A.

This one-time program, designed by formersmokers, was developed for people who wantto become non-smokers. Attend one of thesehighly effective class/support groups if you areready to quit smoking now. Nicotine patchesprovided at no charge. Offered by Big BendAHEC. Call (850) 224-1177 to register.“The Special Considerations of Men'sFitness,” Wednesday, June 22, 11 a.m.-Noon,dining room.Men and women have unique fitness needsand wants. Both need to maintain good health,but men typically want to build m uscle massand maintain a healthy weight, whereas wom-

en often want to slim down and tone up. Thispresentation will focus on what men need toknow in order to achieve their goals and stayactive for their lifetime. Offered by Dept. ofExercise Science, FSU.

HEALTH SCREENINGS

Tallahassee Senior Center Health Suite, unlessotherwise noted.Blood Pressure, Wednesday & Thursday, 10a.m. – noon, offered by medical volunteersGlucose, Every Wednesday, 10 a.m. – noon,offered by medical volunteersHearing, Wednesday, May 11, 10 a.m. – noon,

offered by AudibelThursday, May 19, 10 a.m. – noon, offered byAudiology AssociatesPulse Oximetry, Thursday, June 3 & July 7, 10a.m. – noon, offered by medical volunteers

Hearing & Podiatry

Hearing and Technology Expo

Thursday, May 19 10 a.m. – Noon,Activity Room/Health Suite. May isBetter Hearing Month! Explore theavailable technology for hearing loss,

either for you or a loved one. This Expospotlights the “connectivity” piecesthat work along with a person’s hear-ing aids to enhance experiences withTV, cell phones, etc. A variety of exhibi-tors will have information about Cap-tion Call, hearing loops, telephones forthe hearing impaired, and other assis-tive technology. Audiologist AmandaLawrence will present at 10:30 a.m.Hearing Screenings from 11 a.m. - noon.Take advantage of health and hearingscreenings, snacks, prizes and more!Offered by Audiology Associates.

Podiatry Screening & Foot Care

Thursday, June 2 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.Health SuitePodiatrist & foot specialist, Dr. GaryMcCoy cuts toenails and assesses footproblems. Doctor accepts Medicare,Medicaid, and secondary insurance,which may cover costs for this service ifyou have diabetes, vascular disease,neuropathy, renal failure, MS, or are onblood thinner Coumadin. Otherwise,$25 fee applies. No appointment neces-

sary.

FSU Institute for SuccessfulLongevity (ISL)

Open HouseTuesday, May 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Tallahassee Senior CenterISL needs research volunteers to helpachieve its mission of improving healthand well-being for Florida’s agingpopulation. Come learn about thevariety of research and meet the facultyconducting the projects. You can bepaid to advance the science of success-ful longevity, helping your friends andfamily achieve longer, more productive,and enjoyable lives. “Volunteers canchoose the research projects that in-terest them,” said Professor Neil Char-ness, Ph.D., director of the institute. If

you are age 60 or older, for more in-formation or to RSVP, visitwww.isl.fsu.edu/volunteer, call 850-644-8571, or e-mail [email protected].

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SOUTHSIDE SENIOR SERVICES &

OUTREACH

WELLNESS CIRCLESIn a casual setting, enjoy healthy

refreshments, various health-relateddiscussions, demonstrations, guestspeakers and health screenings. Enjoyseeing your neighbors and makingnew friends! For more information,e-mail [email protected] orcall (850) 891-4009.

Jack McLean Community Center,

700 Paul Russell Road, (850) 891-1819.Tue., June 14, 11a.m.–12 p.m. No class-es in July!

“Super Seniors Fitness” Tue., Wed.,Thu., 10-11a.m., ongoing. Senior exer-cise program taught by Edwina Mar-tin. No charge.

Jake Gaither Community Center,801 Bragg Dr., 891-3940. Mon., May 20,11a.m.–12p.m. No classes in July!

Coming up! “Mindful Living forBetter Health”

Jake Gaither Community Center,801 Bragg Dr., (850) 891-3940. Last

series will be held Thursdays, Aug.11-Sept. 15, 10:30a.m.-12:30p.m.! This6-week series helps participants de-velop lifestyle changes that will havea positive effect on their health andhappiness through the practice ofmindfulness. Space is limited, MUSTpre-register.

LUNCH & LEARNS, LIFELONG

LEARNING — SAVE THE DATE!

Lunch & Learns (L&L) offer livelyand engaging programs for adults

50+. All Lunch & Learns are 10:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. Each L&L includesexhibitors, health screenings, andlunch, $6. These events are a programof the Tallahassee Senior Center &

Foundation,funded by theLeon CountyBoard of Coun-ty Commission-ers. For in-formation onLeon CountySenior Out-reach events,

field trips, and classes, e-mail [email protected] or call (850)891-4065 or 891-4027.

Bradfordville: Field trip May 11 for

regular participants. June 8, L&L.Northeast Branch Library, Rm. 103,5513 Thomasville Rd.

Chaires: May 24 & June 28 – L&LJack McLean Community Center:

May 19 & June 16Fort Braden Community Center:

May 17 & June 21Miccosukee Community Center:

June 2, no L&L in JulyWoodville Community Center:

May 12 & June 9

Cards & Games

Bradfordville Social Bridge: Mon,12 – 3:30 p.m.

Bradfordville Cards, Etc.: Thu, 12 –4 p.m.,

Bradfordville Historic School-house, 6808 Beech Ridge Trail, $1 perclass

Lake Jackson Canasta, Cards &Games, Tue., 1-4 p.m.,

LJ Community Center, 3840 N.Monroe St, $1 per class

Miccosukee Bus Trip to Wal-Mart:June 3 & July 1, $2 round trip

Miccosukee Computer Classes:May 13 and 27 & June 10 and 24, $1 perclass,

Miccosukee Community Center,13887 Moccasin Gap Road, 32309

OUTREACH GROUPS

To celebrate the competition, bag toss participants (from left) Thelma Lewis, HenriettaHolmes, Alzora Williams, Lear Russ, Mae Belle Williams, (seated left) Mary Johnson andMartha Hawkins, from the Jake Gaither Community Center, attend the Welcome Reception.


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Over Leon County school’s springbreak, the Grandparents as Parents(GaP) support group went fishing! Adozen grand-families, which includeboth grandparents and the grand-children that they are raising, fishedand played at Joe Budd Aquatic Cen-ter.

The rain held off long enough tocatch-and-release fish, enjoy a picniclunch, and take a nature hike. Every-

one, young and old, caught dozens offish. Even newcomers, and the hes-itant, had fun catching bass and cat-fish. Not everyone relished putting the

worms on the hooks, though!After a delicious lunch from Con-

nie’s Hams, the group took a guidednature hike to learn about local plantsand animals.

More than one grandparent de-scribed this as the highlight of springbreak vacation for her grandchildren.GaP is a support group for grandpar-ents and other relatives who are rais-ing children which provides familyoutings, advocacy, educational pro-grams, legal services, health screen-ings, information and referral andaccess to community resources.

For more information on GaP, e-

mail [email protected] orcall 850-891-4027.

Grandparents enjoy a day of fun & fishing at the Joe Budd Aquatic Center with their grandchildren that they are raising.

Grandfamilies enjoy fishing trip

Remember these dates!

GaP SUPPORT LUNCHWed., May 25th, 12–1:30 p.m., Leon CountyPublic Library, 200 W. Park, Program room A.Wed, June 29th from 12-1:30 p.m., locationTBA.Complimentary lunch provided for grandpar-ents and other relative caregivers. Reserva-tions required for all attending. For moreinformation or to RSVP, e-mail [email protected] or call (850) 891-4027.

Grandparents enjoy a day of fun & fishing atthe Joe Budd Aquatic Center with theirgrandchildren that they are raising.

It was catch-and-release at

Joe Budd Aquatic Center


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The 7th Annual LifeLong

Learning Extravaganza — L3X —

tantalized attendees with a pleth-

ora of on- and off-site learningopportunities.

From Balinese music to funk &

jazz, Bavarian food to beer tast-

ing, butterflies to sea creatures,

Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park wagon

tour to a Railroad Square walking

tour; publishing to travel tips ...

there was plenty of possibilities for fun, delight and intellectual

growth.

To view L3X fun, visit www.facebook.com/TallahasseeSeniorCenter,

#L3X. To learn about L3X, visit www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/

l3x/.

Linda Roberts, Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation Board President, chats with closingluncheon speaker Doug Alderson, author, photographer, and naturalist

Intrigued by the underneath of a horseshoe crab at the Gulf Specimen M arine Lab.

HANDS ON FOREXCELLENT L3XFrom sea creatures to soap making, learning is fun

From left, Carlos Villa, Mag Lab Education Outreach Coordinator, and FSU intern Haley Reid prepare liquidnitrogen slushies for dessert.


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Sharon Rolfes, St. John’s Episcopal Bell Ringer,gives Donnaclaire Schwekendiek a chance toring the tower bells.

Emily Millett, right, chats with a Bear Creek forester on a hike along the Ravine Trail system.

Making happy goat milk soap at TallabredFarms with Cathy W estbrook, not pictured.

Embracing the aesthetic on a historic RailroadSquare art park tour and gallery hop.

From left, Tyler MacMillan, land management expert, guided a wagon tour to explore the birding trail, preserve and watershed at Phipps Park.


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Thanks to the following sponsorswho helped make 2016 Capital CitySenior Games a great success!

» Capital Health Plan» Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

» Audiology Associates of NorthFlorida» Friends of Our Parks» Leon County» Visit Tallahassee» Tallahassee Parks, Recreation &Neighborhood Affairs» Tallahassee Senior Center &Foundation

SENIOR GAMES: A PHOTO FINISH

Dr. Dehler, representing Capital Health Plan, a sponsor of the Capital City Senior Games, handsoff the torch to County Commissioner Bryan Desloge, during the 3rd Annual Torch Run.

Assistant City Manager Cynthia Barber lightsthe Torch as Bag Toss participant Annie Rollebegins its journey around Lake Ella to theTallahassee Senior Center.

Susanne Fortune (65-69) expresses herexcitement with a 1st place finish inHorseshoes.

Bobby Ellison (60-65) takes 1st place inJavelin!

Alphonso Brown (55-59) lifts to 1st place inthe Dead Lift 220 Powerlifting event.

2016 Capital CitySenior GamesResults

For results, by event & age division, visitwww.talgov.com/seniors/seniors-sen-iorgames.aspx.For pictures by event, visit https:// www.facebook.com/TallahasseeSenior-Center/

Long-time Senior Games Cyclist Rick Ashton(70) carries the Torch into the Senior CenterWelcome Reception.

Pickleball medalists (L-R) Tish Cunningham,Linda Smith, Jovita Ashton, & LaRaeDonnellan show great sportsmanship.

Mother & son combo, Jane & Bobby Bacon finish 1st in Mixed Doubles Bowling (60-64).



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I’ve been talking the talk for years. Itbecame time to walk the walk.

I worked my first Florida SeniorGames in 1999 as an experienced SportsCommunications professional at the ripe

old age of 37. Little did I know at thattime, working with Senior Games ath-letes would be the highlight of my career.

I had worked with college and profes-sional athletes in the media relationsfield, but few of those high profile ath-letes showed the appreciation and grat-itude offered by athletes age 50 and over.

As the years progressed, I got to knowthe athletes and spent time with them intheir own element at the pool, the track,the tennis courts, the cycling and golfcourses, the bowling alley, the archeryrange, you name it, I was there.

I heard their stories. I listened to theiraccomplishments both on the field ofplay and in life. I heard about their pro-fessional lives, their family lives andwhat they’re doing now that they have re-tired and their children are grown.

I hit the big 5-0 in 2012, and despite myfull head of gray hair, I didn’t embracethe Florida Senior Games fully until the2016 Capital City Senior Games. Want toknow why?

After the 2015 Games, I heard the sto-ries and accomplishments of several ofmy friends, acquaintances, and profes-

sional counterparts who had competed.As I’ve heard many times before, Ithought to myself, “If they can do it, socan I.”

On Thursday, March 10, there I was atGaither Gym, checking in at the bag tossevent, with Tallahassee’s own SeniorGames Rock Star, Bob Keller, throwingbean bags at a piece of plywood 24 feetaway with hole near the top.

Little did I know that women dom-inate this event. Of the 30 competitors,probably 25 were women. Bag Toss wasgreat fun and after a first game loss in

our round robin tournament, I figuredout the logistics of the game. The bagssoon began dropping in the hole withmore frequency.

One of the competitors was a friend ofCarol “Zippy” Wartenberg, possibly themost outgoing and engaging senior ath-lete in Tallahassee. Zippy’s friend is aslow-pitch softball pitcher and is quiteaccurate at dropping an object, whetherit be a softball or bag full of beans into acertain area.

On Friday, March 11, I joined a groupof bowlers for an afternoon at Capital

Lanes. The competition and camaraderiewere unmatched.

We cheered each other on throughoutthe afternoon as we rolled strikes. Wegood-naturedly heckled each other over

our form, or lack thereof, as we narrowlymissed picking up a pin or two for aspare. We swapped stories about whatwas aching after spending nearly fivehours hurling a ball weighing 10 poundsor more down the lane roughly 50 to 60times.

I followed the most experiencedfemale bowler of singles competition,Sam Butler, a gold medalist, in the 75-79

age group. There are few things more in-timidating than watching her roll a strikeand then have her point at me, and say,“Now it’s your turn.”

At least four hours into the day of

bowling, there again was Bob Keller, theRock Star, pairing up for mixed doubleswith Sheila Salyer. He had just wrappedup a game totaling more than 150.

“I used to average 180,” Keller said af-ter my compliment on his 150 this far intothe day.

In the Florida Senior Games program,it’s not about trying to match the accom-plishments we were once able to achieve.

It’s about what we can do now as athletesover age 50.

In my younger days, I used to be ableto make a throw from deep in the outfieldto home plate. Now when I pick up a base-

ball in the outfield and turn to make thethrow, I start looking for the cutoff manat the edge of the infield.

It’s about finding an activity to keep usactive and achieve our personal best atthis point in our lives. In 2016, I earned agold medal and two silver medals. Thatwas my reward for getting out and par-ticipating in bowling and bag toss, alongwith two afternoons of the fun and cam-

araderie of the Senior Games.The Games will return in the spring of

2017 and I’ve got my eye on the MyersPark Pool and diving in with a new groupof athletes. Who’s with me?

A fresh perspective on competing in the Senior GamesNICK GANDY

Nick Gandy & Brenda Johnson win 2nd place in Mixed Doubles Bowling (50-54).


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TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER

Tours open to all travelers; all toursbenefit the Tallahassee Senior Founda-tion. Call Rosetta at 509-4720 for in-formation. The Senior Center requeststhat you complete a participation formprior to all tours.

TRAVEL LEADERS

Contact Joanie at (850) 701-3745 orRosetta at (850) 509-4720 for informa-tion on the following tours; must have30 travelers to confirm tour.

BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MU-SICAL, FOX THEATRE

May 24-25. Depart 7 a.m. $394 single;$323 pp/double. $75 deposit due now;balance due by April 21. Elegant lunchat Blue Willow Inn, Social Circle, GA.Showing at the Fox: Beautiful: The

Carole King Musical, a musical in-spired by King’s rise to stardom. Nextday, visit Wild Animal Safari: a 500-acrepark that features a natural habitat, andthe opportunity to feed some animals.Head home in the early evening.

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉAug. 6 (and departs 8 a.m. from Lake

Ella Publix), $103, all money due July 7.Travel to Alhambra Dinner Theatre inJacksonville. This rock and roll reviewshowcases songs by Mike Stoller andJerry Leiber – many familiar songssuch as “Hound Dog,” “Stand by M e,”

“On Broadway” and many more. Lunchis included.

WATCH FOR THESE UPCOMINGTOURS (dates to be announced soon):

Montgomery, AL: Two days in-cludes: show at the Alabama Shake-speare Festival Theatre; factory tour ofHyundai Motors; Alabama Museum;

and, Guided Civil Rights tour.Alhambra Dinner Theatre in Jack-sonville: Sister Act & Annie Get YourGun

Savannah Christmas Tour: Nov. 29 –Dec. 1, 2016

Highlights include: OkefenokeeSwamp boat tour; Musical ChristmasShow at the Savannah Theatre; lun-cheon cruise on the Savannah River;Jolly Trolley Holiday light tour; Geechi-Goula History Tour; lunch at BethesdaAcademy (the oldest establish Orphan-age in the US).

COLLETTE VACATION TOURS

All Collette Vacations tours includeroundtrip air from Tallahassee, fees,surcharges, and hotel transfers. CallRosetta at (850) 509-4720. Visit http:// www.talgov.com/seniors/ to accessvideo of tours. Space is limited; booknow!

COLORADO ROCKIESSept. 2-10, 2016, price begins at

$2,989. Durango – experience the WildWest. Ride aboard the famous Durango

& Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroadthrough southwestern Colorado’s SanJuan Mountains. Journey on the world’shighest cog railroad to Pike’s Peak, astunning backdrop for ColoradoSprings. Also visit: Mesa Verde Nation-al Park/Arches /and Canyon Lands Na-tional Parks.

ALBUQUERQUE BALLON FESTIVALOct. 6-12, 2016, price begins at$2,649. Balloon Fiesta/AlbuquerqueNational Museum of Nuclear Science &History/Indian Pueblo Cultural Center/ Turquoise Traid/Santa Fe/Cookingschool.

NEW COLLETTE TOURS!

MAGICAL CHRISTMAS MARKETSDec. 3-9, 2016, Price begins at $2,999

(pp/double), Must reserve by MAY 27!Highlights include: Innsbruck/Seefeld/

take a carriage ride/Munich/Salzburg/ dine in a St. Peter’s Restaurant/visitNeuschwanstein Castle/Oberammer-gau/and enjoy some shopping time inthe Christmas Markets.

IRISH SPLENDORMar. 7-14, 2017, Book now and save

$250. Price begins at $2,699 (pp/double)

with saving! Highlights include: Dub-lin/visit Brazen Head Pub/visit Guin-ness Storehouse/farm visit/tour Blar-ney Castle/Killarney/Dingle Peninsula/ Cliffs of Moher/Dromoland Castle/and awhiskey distillery.

MACKINAC ISLANDApr. 29-May 6, 2017, Book now and

save $100 at $2,849 pp/double until Oct.28. Highlights include: Greenfield Vil-lage/Henry Ford Museum/Edsel andEleanor Ford House/Mackinac Island,featuring The Grand Hotel/ MillenniumPark, Chicago.

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES: 2016 TOURS

14 » SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2016 » TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT » ACTIVE LIVING K1

The Osher Lifelong Learning Insti-

tute (OLLI) at Florida State Universityoffers a tantalizing sampler of coursesfor lifelong learners. The “Maymester”curriculum, which kicked off May 2 andruns through May 28, showcases classeson writing fables and fantasies, healthycognitive aging, music’s role in art andcommerce, the history of the British Em-pire, Louisiana cooking, films focused onsubmarines in World War II, and wild-flowers of the Florida Panhandle.

OLLI classes are open to adults wholove to learn. Membership is an afford-able $20. Charges for classes range from

$35 to $60. OLLI classes are for thosewith a love of learning; there are no prioreducation requirements, no requiredhomework, and no tests. For informationor to register, visit www.olli.fsu.edu.

OLLI’s ‘Maymester’showcases excitementFRAN CONAWAY

Carroll Bewley, right, became OLLI 2016-17president at the organization’s Spring Picnic.


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EXHIBITS & CLASSES

TSC is open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.Receptions are free and open to the

public.

Art Exhibits

Art exhibition & reception, Art Pot-pourri, showcased drawings, pastels,collage, wood carvings and clay. ArtistTerrie Corbett selected winners: 1stplace – Joanne Kowal; 2nd place –Charles C. Pierce; 3rd place – NancyJuster Johnson; and honorable men-tions – Hariette Bradrick, Terry Spear-man Burnside, Diane Fogarty, and D.Shearn. Reception guests selected thePeople’s Choice Awards: Favorite Por-trayal of People – Maria Balingit; Fa-vorite Landscape – Margaret Hamilton;Favorite Use of Color – Maria Lucas;

and Most Creative and Overall Favorite– Terry Burnside. Exhibit continuesthrough May 20.

CURRENT & UPCOMING TSC ARTEXHIBITIONS

Rose Quartz & Serenity Blue – Pan-tone Colors of the Year

May 4 – July 27, 2016, TSC DiningRoom

TSC Studio Artists rise to the cre-ative challenge to create artworks us-ing the International Pantone Commit-

tee’s selected colors for 2016.Creativity in Oils & Acrylics May 23 – July 29, 2016, TSC Audi-

toriumArt Reception June 3, 6 – 8 p.m.

Upcoming Workshops

Art Workshops require preregistra-tion and prepayment one week beforethe workshop start date. Register bye-mail, [email protected] orcall (850) 891-4016.

Creative Cards Mary Sargent

Wed., May 18, 1–3 p.m. TSC claystudio. Make one-of-a-kind keepsake,greeting cards especially for the up-coming season. Materials provided. Allskill levels. $8 Seniors , $10 Others.Register by May 11.

Watercolor, Eluster Richardson, NEBranch Leon County Library

Thu., May 19 – June 23, 1:30 – 4 p.m.,(six weeks). Eluster helps develop skillsand insight to improve composition andsubject matter working with w atercol-or. Library located on Thomasville Rd,across the street from Wal-mart. Inter-

mediate Level. $54 Seniors, $66 others.Register by May 11.Acrylic Painting at Lake Jackson

Community Center at Huntington OaksPlaza, Janice McCaskill

Tue., May 17 – June 28, (sevenweeks), 9:30 – noon. Develop skills inacrylic painting with interesting exer-cises for creative thinking. Beginners

and Continuing Beginners. $63 Seniors,$77 others. Register by May 10.Intro … Losing Yourself in Zentan-

gle®, Midori Okasako, CZTFri, June 3 – 24, 1 – 3:30 p.m. (four

weeks). Discover the fun and joy ofcreating art one stroke at a time in thiscalming process founded by Rick Rob-erts and Maria Thomas. No prior artexperience necessary for this begin-ning level class. Class fee $36 Seniors,$44 others. Register by May 25.

Continue… Losing Yourself in Zen-tangle®, Midori Okasako, CZT

Wed., June 1 - 22, 1:30 – 4 p.m., (fourweeks). Add more depth and detail toyour creations with relaxed focus oncomplex tangles, exploring shading,highlights, and other variations. Pro-gramed especially for those who com-pleted the introductory Zentangle®Method workshop…one stroke at atime. Class fee $36 Seniors, $44 others.Register by May 25.

On-Going Weekly Studio ArtClasses

On-going studio classes meet on aweekly basis and do not require pre-registration. Pay the days you attend.Instructors work with individual stu-dents, and students assist and critique

one another in a rewarding collabora-tive environment. It is recommendedthat you visit the class and talk to theinstructor before joining the class; the

instructor will provide you with a sup-ply list. Studio Artists have the opportu-nity to exhibit in the center’s galleryspaces. All classes are located at theSenior Center Art Studio unless other-wise noted. Classes do not meet onholidays, L3X week, or MaintenanceWeek. $9 per class Seniors (age 50+),$11 Others (age 18-49). Or buy an artcard that gives you eight classes for theprice of seven. E-mail [email protected] or call (850) 891-4016for more information.

Artistry in Clay – Handbuilding,

Mark FletcherMon., 9:30 – noon, TSC Clay Studio,No Instructor Lab June & July

Drawing Like Durer & Friends - Pen& Ink, Mark Fletcher

Mon., 12:30 – 3 p.m., TSC Clay Studio– No class June & July

Watercolor – Tue. Studio, LindaPelc, Tue., 9 – noon

Watercolor for Beginners, LindaPelc, Tue., 1 – 4 p.m., Beginners andcontinuing beginners

Pastels, Wendy Devarieux, Wed., 9 –11:30 a.m., No instructor on the 3rd

Wed. each month. Classes through Aug5. Autumn break; starts back in Janu-ary 2017.

Oil and Acrylic Painting, RobertDewitt Smith, Wed., 1 - 4 p.m., Begin-

ners & Intermediate

Watercolor, Thu. Studio, Thu., 9 –noon, Instructor Rosemary Fergusonthrough June; instructor Sue EllenKnowles, July – Dec.

Drawing Etcetera, Bart Frost, Thu.,1-4 p.m., drawing & painting

Oil Painting – Advanced, Fri., 9 –noon, Eluster Richardson

Drawing Together, Michael Harrell,Fri., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., developing basics,rendering in pencil

On-Going Studio Labs:

Portrait Studio Lab, Mon., 9 – noon,$5Ceramics, Tue. & Wed., 9 – noon, $2

plus cost of materials and firing feeTwo Senior Center Art teachers have

solo exhibits in Quincy April – June2016.

» Eluster Richardson- May I HaveThis Dance? Is an exhibition of paint-ings and drawings at Gadsden Art Cen-ter by Eluster based on dance. His art-work captures the style and emotion ofdance from various w orld cultures.Exhibition through – June 25.

» Janice Ecinja McCaskill’s paint-ings are on display at the GadsdenCounty Commissioners Office, throughJune 2016.

» In The Yellow Chair at 621 Gal-lery, Railroad Square, Tallahassee

For 30 years we have had a group ofportrait artists that meet in the TSC ArtStudio on Monday mornings to drawportraits from live models sitting in abig yellow chair. For the month of Mayplease visit 621 Gallery to see a beauti-ful collection of these paintings anddrawings by ten very talented artists

that do not just render a likeness butimbue their portraits with beauty, dig-nity and grace. Check out the websitefor more info http://www.andreeva.com/ index.php?id=in-the-yellow-chair.

TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Portrait artists Jennifer Clinard, Natalia Andreeva, John Felton and Charles Pierce are part ofexhibit In The Yellow Chair at 621 Gallery for m onth of May.

CALL FOR ARTISTS

The Tallahassee Senior Artist Showcaseis an annual juried fine art exhibitionhighlighting talented, mature artistsresiding in the Big Bend Area. Selectedartworks will be on display at the Talla-

hassee Senior Center and LeRoy CollinsLeon County Public Library, August –September, 2016. All visual art mediaconsidered (including photography, butexcluding video). Artists must be 50 orolder and submit an entry applicationwith $15 fee by May 18. $1,000 prizemoney. For prospectus/entry form,e-mail [email protected] or call(850) 891-4016.



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On March 29, over 100 people gath-ered at the Senior Center to watch anaward-winning film, “Glen Campbell, I’llBe Me,” about the entertainer’s diagno-sis of Alzheimer’s disease and his poign-ant farewell tour. After the movie, a localpanel of experts, moderated by CityCommissioner Gil Ziffer provided infor-mation about services available in thecommunity and answered questions.The showing of the film was timely as theCity of Tallahassee and Leon CountyCommission’s recently passed resolu-

tions to make our communities Demen-tia Friendly.According to the Alzheimer’s Associ-

ation, every 66 seconds, someone inAmerica is diagnosed with Alzheimer’sdisease. The impacts to each family va-ries, and the progression of the disease isunique to each individual. Glen Camp-bell’s family provided insight into theups and downs of coping with this devas-tating disease. Family members oftenbecome the primary caregivers. The im-pacts to caregivers are emotional and fi-nancial. They watch their loved one slip

into a world hidden from them and payout of pocket to cover medical and ifneeded institutional care.

Commissioner Ziffer shared personalobservations of his friendship with

Sandy Halperin, a local dentist diag-nosed with the disease. “Don’t ask some-one with Alzheimer’s disease how theyare doing, it’s the last question they wantto answer.” Florida has the second high-est incident rate in the country with510,000 people being diagnosed with thedisease. As a community we can reach

out to support both the individual diag-nosed and the caregiver. Local assis-tance is available; call the Alzheimer’sProject at (850) 386-2778 or visitwww.alzheimersproject.org.

Pictured, from left, Elder Affairs Secretary Sam Verghese, Commissioner Gil Ziffer, his wife Gail

Stansbury-Ziffer, and Senior Services Manager Sheila Salyer celebrate the new partnership thatwill serve caregivers and loved ones. Senior Services will work closely with local aging partnersto raise awareness of services and support for those affected by this disease.

Community is ‘breakingdown barriers’ on careDEBBIE MORONEY

ACSW, CEO, ALZHEIMER’S PROJECT, INC. Elder Affairs namesTallahassee firstDementia CaringCommunity

On April 7, Elder Affairs Secretary SamVerghese announced Leon County andthe City of Tallahassee as the first De-mentia Caring Community in Floridathrough the Department’s DementiaCare and Cure Initiative.“Being the first Dementia Caring Com-munity demonstrates the City’s and

County’s commitment to workingtogether to address some of the majorchallenges faced by Tallahassee’s agingpopulation,” Ziffer said.

Paula Mann concentrates on her 1st place finish in Compound Bow with Sights Archerycompetition at the Senior Games.

Focus pays off as Anthony Hardiman (75-79) places 2nd in Golf at the Senior Games.



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Facts:

51 percent of Americans age 55 to 64do not have wills.

There were over 20,000 charges ofage discrimination (age 40 and above)filed with the Equal Employment Op-portunity Commission in 2015.

People 55 and older are filing bank-ruptcy; 12 percent more often than theydid 13 years ago and they currentlyaccount for 22 percent of all bankrupt-cy filings in the United States.

Public guardians are appointed bythe courts to make life decisions forseniors who are not able to make theirown decisions and have no family orfriends willing to act on their behalf.There are 18 public guardian officeshandling cases in all 67 Florida coun-ties.

Sources: nextavenue.org; eeoc.gov;

totalbankruptcy.com; elderaf-fairs.state.fl.us/doea/spgo.php

LEGAL HOTLINES & WEBSITES

Florida Law HelpHelps low income people that need

legal information to find a legal aid orpro-bono lawyer, learn about rights andresponsibilities and locate courts, gov-ernment agencies and social services,floridalawhelp.org.

Legal Services of North FloridaLegal Advice Hotline

People with legal questions or con-cerns not involving criminal or trafficmatters and who meet income guide-lines may call Monday through Thurs-day, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., 385-0029, lsnf.org.

Tallahassee Bar Lawyer ReferralService

Refers lawyers with experience inthe caller’s area of interest, who willprovide a half-hour consultation for$25, 222-3292, ext. 1, tallahasseebar.org.

Legal Aid Foundation of the Talla-hassee Bar Association

Provides legal counsel, for LeonCounty civil cases only, to persons un-able to afford an attorney, 222-3292, ext.2, tallahasseebar.org.

Legal Services of North Florida,Inc.

Provides legal services to low-in-come persons. Legal assistance is notavailable for criminal cases or trafficmatters, 385-9007, lsnf.org.

Tallahassee Senior CenterInitial legal services for individuals,

age 60 or older, provided by Legal Ser-vices of North Florida availableWednesdays by appointment. 891-4000,talgov.com/seniors.

Florida Senior Legal HelplineProvides free legal advice and brief

services by phone to eligible Floridaresidents age 60 and over w ith civil (not

criminal) matters, 1-888-895-7873, elde-raffairs.state.fl.us/doea/legal_ser-vices.php.

Legal Service Network-AARPAssists AARP members with locat-

ing an area attorney to provide legalservice regarding wills, probate, etc.The member discount is a 45-minutefree consultation and 20% discount onrequested legal services, 1-866-330-0753, aarplsn.com.

Additional ResourcesLaws Protecting Seniors: ehow.com/

list_6027506_seniors-protection-laws-florida.html

Florida Statutes (laws): leg.state-.fl.us

Help for Veterans and their families:statesidelegal.org

ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS

Elder Law Attorneys focus on thevariety of legal needs of the elderly,including:

1. Probate and estate planning andadministration

2. Medicaid, disability and otherlong-term planning/care issues

3. Guardianship and conservatorshipHowever, there are numerous other

issues that elder law attorneys dealwith, all related to their specific focus –

the elder client. For more informationregarding elder law and how to selectan elder law attorney, see below:

National Academy of Elder LawAttorneys, Inc.

703-942-5711, naela.org.Some attorneys have earned the

designation “Certified Elder Law At-torney” or CELA. The National ElderLaw Foundation issues this certifica-tion. CELA certified attorneys have theenhanced knowledge, skills and experi-ence to be properly identified to thepublic as certified elder law attorneys.

For more information about elder lawcertification, visit the National ElderLaw Foundation website at nelf.org,phone, 520-881-1076.

LOCAL ATTORNEYS

Attorney: Daniel DobbinsPhone: 222-1910E-mail: [email protected]: Stuart E. Goldberg

Phone: 270-0411; 1-888-641-6931Website: stuartgoldbergpl.comE-mail: [email protected]: Victoria Heuler & MaryWakemanPhone: 421-2400Website: hwelderlaw.com

E-mail: [email protected];[email protected]: Kimberly L. King & Eliza-beth MaykutPhone: 580-7711Website: kingandwoodlaw.comE-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]: Matt Liebenhaut, PLLCPhone: 270-6977Website: liebenhautlaw.comE-mail: [email protected]: Tracy P. Moye

Phone: 224-6693Website: moyelawfirm.comE-mail: [email protected]: Steven Rachin, P.A.Phone: 386-8833E-mail: [email protected]: Twyla Sketchley, CELAPhone: 894-0152Website: sketchleylaw.comE-mail: [email protected]: Felicia S. W. ThomasPhone: 1-850-366-3910E-mail: [email protected]: Lauchlin Waldoch, CELA

& Jana McConnaughhayPhone: 385-1246Website: mclawgroup.comE-mail: [email protected];[email protected] ResourcesFind Attorneys lawyers.comlegalmatch.comlawyers.findlaw.comnelf.org/find-a-celaElder Affairs elderaffairs.state.fl.us

SENIOR LEGAL RESOURCE INFORMATION

HELPLINES and

HOTLINES

Abuse Hotline: 1-800-962-2873 or 1-800-96ABUSEArea Agency on Aging, Elder Helpline:

1-800-96-ELDER (3-5337)Consumer Hotline: 1-800-435-7352Medicare Hotline: 1-800-633-42272-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211


Lifelong Learning Extravaganza excursionL3Xers learnthesignificance ofthe SmokeyHollowCommunitywith RileyCenter &Museumeducators.


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Please join the Tallahassee Senior Foundationtoday. Your contribution pays for programsand enhances services. Two great ways to

become a member: (1) mail or drop off yourannual membership contribution at the SeniorCenter or, (2) become a member or renewon-line! Choose from one time or recurringpayments atwww.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org.

Membership

Senior Citizen (Age 50+) $25

Senior Couple $40

Supporter (under age 50) $35

Non-profit Organization $50

Key HoldersDiamond $5,040

Platinum $2,520

Gold $1,020

Silver $540

Bronze $240

Friend $120

Thank you for being a key to active aging!Send your contribution to: Tallahassee SeniorCenter, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee FL32303

Silver Key Holders

Phillip Welsh

Bronze Key Holders

Jerry & Jean Bryant; Barbara Judd

Friend Key Holders

Florence Helen Ashby; Rick & Jovita Ashton;Booker T. & Faye Daniels; Harvey & JudyGoldman; Elaine Grissom; Carol Raker; John I.Rogers

New and Renewing Members

Sherry Allen; Dick Arbes; Linda Ard; Bob &Faye Barnette; Andy Bell; Debra J. Benson;Norman & Ann Booth; Anna L. Brandt; RichardBrittingham; Paul & Mary Ann Bryant; MaryCaminez; Simone Clemhout; Jerry & HelenConger; Clara Cook; June Jensen Davis; JeanDeal; Hazel Driscoll; Marie I. Duggar; BettyEarnest; Jim Eggert & Zoe Golloway; RashelEllsmore; John Felton; Bruce & Kathy Ferris;Henry Fleck; Nancy O'Pry Gentry; Bruce &Luisa Gillander; Beverly Glover; NancyGodette; Joseph & Maureen Haberfeld; DeanHagen; Sue Hall; Richard & Ouida Harmon;Judy Harris; Vicky Hayse; Mary E. Howard;

Eleanor Hunter; Mary Frances Hutchens; J.K.Jackson & Christiana Moore; Paul Jacobs; MaryJefferson; Emily H. Jennings; Polly S. Johnson;James F. & Barbara Jones; H. Lee Kleppey;

Stanley & Phyllis Kupiszewski; Pat Lanfear;Kathy M. Lee; Dennis & Carol Lee; Rebecca L.Leon; George & Yasmine Lewis; Marcus L.Little; Gerald Lopez; Monheim & GraceFranklin Manassa; Jane A. Mann; Dr. StevenMelamed; Vivian Mitchell; Merton E. Munson;Dr. Claudia Nelson; Kay Newman; Mania Nita;Allie Orange; Billie Padgett; Gayle P. Pease;Dorothy Perkins; Friedrich & Zina Peuckert;

Dana Preu; Mary E. Rallis; Brenda Rice; ShirleyRickner; Martha Rodeseike; Larwence Sack &Eleanore Rosenberg; Sheryl Salit; Charles &Jeannetta Scriven; Dr. Mary Beth Seay & DeeShepherd; Richard Senesac & Linda Lamb; LesSipos; Arlene Siska; Blaine & Altemese Smith;Jo Smyly; Margaret O. Smyly; MargaridaSouthard; Dr. Patricia H. Stanley; RosemaryStenmark; Cookie Stevens; Beth Stockbridge;Bonnie Strade; Lori Swanson; Margie Thomas;Sandra Walonis; Charlotte P. Watkins; Col.Robert C. & Karin Werner; Cynthia G.Williams; Marthine V. Woodward

Honorarium Donations

In honor of: Tai-Chi

By: Patricia B. Lanfear

In honor of: Art

By: Billie Padgett

In honor of: AARP Tax Aide

By: Donie Ann Henderson; RosemaryStenmark

In honor of: Ping Pong

By: Reynold (Rip) & Cathy Caleen; MarinaDoyle

Memorial Donations

In memory of: Col. Herbert Parker

By: Florence Wright

In memory of: Susan Fink

By: Sheila Salyer

Mother’s Day & Father’s Day Donations:

In Memory of: James Hendrix Hodges &Margaret Hodges Boykin

By: Mary Hodges Falls

In Memory of: Alice Tremper

By: Barbara Shannahan

BE A KEY HOLDER

In honor of their friendship, the “YaYa Girlfriends” purchase a Star for the Galaxy Star Wall. Theproceeds benefit programs and services of the Senior Center. Models of active living, thegirlfriends make fitness, family, and involvement in the Tallahassee Senior Center part of theirlifestyle. From left, Lori Guido, Becky McNeill, Karen Bass, Kathy Jones, Gena Varn (Volunteer &Participant Coordinator), and Hilda Jones. Stars range from $250 to $1,000. For more

information on purchasing a Galaxy Star for you or someone you admire, [email protected] or call 891-4041.

Jeanie Martin-Armstrong joins the TallahasseeSenior Foundation Board of Directors

following a 20-plus year career in banking.Over the years, Jeanie has served in a varietyof volunteer roles, including board memberof Rotary Club, the Board of Realtors,Mortgage Bankers Association, chair of twoChamber Leads Groups, a Boy Scout leader,United Way, and Meals on Wheels. Shecurrently is co-chair of the Alzheimer’s ProjectForget Me Not Walk scheduled for November2016. Jeanie is married to Ken Armstrong. Thecouple has two w onderful sons, Toby andChristopher, and three adorablegrandchildren. We are happy to welcomeJeanie to the Foundation Board and look

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TALLAHASSEE SENIORFOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS

Linda Roberts, PresidentKen Brummel-Smith, M.D., Vice Presi-dentEdna Owens, SecretaryScott Harrell, TreasurerDoug Carlson

Ajay ChadaJim Davis, CPASandy DeLopezShirley Gooding-ButlerJeanie Martin-ArmstrongElda MartinkoKenyetta Mullins MoyeCarol Thompson-RileyLew WilsonBryan Desloge, EmeritusA.J. (Andy) McMullian, EmeritusSarah Neeley, Emeritus

SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORYCOUNCIL

Jill Sandler, ChairFreida Travis, Vice ChairPeter Piper, SecretaryPaul BoisvertAddie B. Carroll-BealE. Ann CleareNancy DawsHarry FordhamMike FrancisNancy GodetteAbi MoonPatricia ParkhurstAnnie RolleAntonio Terracciano, Ph.D., GeriatricsEd Vertuno

The Red CarpetTeam Invites Youto Connect

» Are you new to Tallahassee?» Are you recently retired?» Have you just joined the SeniorCenter?» Do you have friends or parentsyou wish would Choose Tallahassee?

Join us June 14, 5:30 to 7 p.m.,Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N.Monroe Street.Meet other people at your stage oflife and explore the vast number ofopportunities, activities, and eventsthroughout the Tallahassee commu-

nity. Light refreshments & beverageswill be served. Please RSVP to [email protected] or (850)891-4003.

BOARD MEMBERS


Jesse and Rita Hodson have beencoming to the Senior Center for al-most 20 years. Rita claims, “Member-ship gives us a sense of belonging.”They both volunteer and take classes.Rita says, “We volunteer whereverneeded and find it rewarding. Manyof our friendships have developedwhile participating in the activitieswe enjoy.”

For example, “Our French lessonsled us to taking trips to Europe withthe French group, twice to Franceand once to Belgium. We square

dance and have traveled to outsidevenues with fellow dancers. I singwith the Senior Singers and we go tonursing and assisted living homesand sing for them. They enjoy theclassic songs we sing and sometimessing along. Jesse joins us occasional-ly to take photos.”

“When I tell someone that I reg-ularly go to the Senior Center,” Ritastated, “I get from people, Oh! Onlyold people go there! I have to admitthat a few of us are old, but we areliving life to the fullest as we partici-pate in daily activities.”

MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT

Jesse and Rita Hodsdon

live life to the fullest

Jesse and Rita Hodsdon enjoy cycling in addition to active involvement at the Senior Center.

LISA DOLLAR-COVERT


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