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AUGUST 2011 | RESOURCES FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS SERVING KNOXVILLE & SURROUNDING AREAS free In This Issue Your Money Matters - Retirement Success Page 5 Grilling up Healthy Flavor Page 6 Great Savings from Health Shoppe Page 15 Senior Appreciation Picnic Page 16

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Page 1: August 2011 Knoxville Seniors' Scoop Magazine

August 2011 | ResouRces foR HealtH & Wellness

serv ing Knoxv i l l e & surround ing AreAs free

In This IssueYour Money Matters - retirement success Page 5

grilling up Healthy FlavorPage 6

great savings from Health shoppe Page 15

senior Appreciation Picnic Page 16

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Hello From The Publisher!

We hope you enjoy this issue of Seniors’ Scoop! We are dedicated to support, encourage and provide resources and services to enhance lives in the greater Knoxville area. Please support the companies that you read about in the Seniors’ Scoop and tell them you found them here!

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Information about events occurring in Knoxville, including Boomsday,

Christmas in the City and Festival on the Fourth is also available by dialing 3-1-1.

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Retirement Success Driven By Series of Good DecisionsProvided by David A. Vudragovich, a �inancial representative with Capital Financial Group, LLC, a general agency of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) and other companies, courtesy of MassMutual.

What is the sign of a good decision?SM

It’s assessing and then addressing what is most important to your family and its fi nancial future. If you are like many Americans, the recent economic downturn has thrown your family budget for a loop.

Many have readjusted their spending habits to such an extent that there is now a new normal. For example, they no longer shop as much as or where they used to; they may indulge in a staycation, rather than a true getaway; and items that were previously considered to be necessities have been relegated to the “can’t aff ord” or “not needed” category. If you think these are temporary changes, think again. Many economic analysts feel that these new attitudes are here to stay.

Your personal economyYou probably know someone who has been laid off or personally impacted by these challenging economic times. And even if you have been fortunate enough

to remain employed, you may have been aff ected by the fallout from declining retirement plan balances. And, similar to the changing fi nancial attitudes that resulted from Great Depression, the diffi cult times resulting from what many now call the Great Recession have forced many families to take a step back and take a long, hard look at their fi nances—and where they want to be fi nancially in the future.

Tips to help improve your economic futureHere are some tips to help you take stock of your overall economic picture:

❏ Determine what is really important.

❏ Cut back, even if it hurts (a little).

❏ Become a dedicated saver.❏ Run your numbers.❏ Get the help you need.

Call David at 865-806-5837. to discuss your personal needs.

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If you’re looking to add fresh flavor and good nutrition to your menu, look no further than the humble avocado. In a salad, as a spread or slider topper, or even on the grill (yes, they can be grilled), avocados are packed with healthy goodness.

“A lot of people don’t know just how good California avocados are for you,” said Ben Holtz, President of California Avocados Direct. “They have nearly 20 essential nutrients – that’s a lot of good nutrition packed into a great tasting fruit.”

According to Holtz, • Avocados have mono and polyunsaturated “good” fats that are recommended

as part of a healthy diet; they can help reduce blood cholesterol levels and decrease your risk of heart disease.

• Avocados are rich in beta-sitosterol, which helps lower cholesterol levels. Studies have shown an average drop in cholesterol of 17 percent after consuming avocados for only one week.

• Avocados contain 60 percent more potassium than bananas.

Holtz says that avocados are best when they’re as fresh as possible, during peak consumption periods when the fruit moves quickly off the shelves. “This is wonderful for those that live near the growing areas in California, but not so easy for everybody else living across the country. That’s why we started California Avocados Direct – to offer fresh avocados to those who want to buy the best available, and who want to know the farmer that grew them.”

Holtz says that they are able to hand pack and ship fresh avocados the very same day they’re harvested, letting them share farm-fresh produce with families all across the country. “As a family farm, we live on and care for the land,” he said. “This allows us to give daily attention to detail and the ability to deliver the rich, creamy flavor of premium California avocados that our customers have come to expect.”

An avocado lends itself to a variety of seasonings and ingredients that mix well with almost all salad and sandwich fillings. The next time you break out the grill for friends and family, try these Haute Grilled Avocados as a deliciously different appetizer or side dish.

For more recipes, tips and ordering information, visit www.californiaavocadosdirect.com.

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IngredIenTs:2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil Seasoned salt to taste1/2 cup fresh salsa, optional for half shell version

For grIlled slIces:Cut avocado in half, seed, peel, and slice. Drizzle with fresh lime or lemon juice and brush lightly with olive oil. Gently place slices on grill over hot coals for 2 minutes on each side. Season with salt to taste.

For grIlled halF shells:Cut avocado in half and remove seed. Drizzle with fresh lime or lemon juice and brush lightly with olive oil. Gently place cut side down on grill over hot coals for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt to taste. Optional: fill with fresh salsa or your favorite fresh ingredients.

Preparation: 5 minutesCook Time: 4 minutes

Total Time: 9 minutesServes: 4

servIng suggesTIons:Makes a great accompaniment to grilled meats or fish.

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eventsaugust 2011

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WDVX’s Blue Plate SpecialFREE Noon-Time Concert. 301 South Gay Street. The WDVX Blue Plate Special is a FREE, live concert at noon, Monday – Saturday, inside the Knoxville Visitor Center. Lunch is available at The Parlor!

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Johnny’s Bluegrass Jam - Every MondayThe Knoxville Visitor Center. 301 S. Gay Street. Every Monday night Johnny Rushing is available from 6p-7p for instrument repair consultations and informal jam-coaching, then the Jam begins at 7pm and goes on until 9pm. For more information, please contact Josh Sidman by calling 865-456-3458.

july 28 -

aug 6

Jefferson County FairFair grounds located behind Jefferson Middle School. Gates open at 5p nightly. Seniors Day is Aug 2nd from 12pm-3pm & 5pm-7pm. Free Admission for Seniors 60 and up! Gate Admission: $12, Kids 3 & under Free. Parking $5. Free Carnival rides and entertainment with your paid admission! 865-475-8805 for more details.

aug5

Social Dancing with Mary Dupes & The Super Dupes Band Riverside Business and Event Center. Hosted by Comedian Jason E. Jones. 7p-10p, Tickets is $5 at the door. See our ad on the next page!

6The Mountain Folk Reunion Band Riverside Business and Event Center. Hosted by Comedian Jason E. Jones. 7pm, Tickets are $8 at the door. See our ad on the next page!

6-7 1st Annual Every Thing Wheels ExpoChilhowee Park Grounds. 6th 10a-6p, 7th 10a-4p.

12Comedy Improv, Einstein Simplified Riverside Business and Event Center. 8p Tickets $5 at the door. See our ad on the next page!

12-14

Knoxville Expo Center Craft ShowKnoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway. Arts & Crafts for all ages! Admission $3, Kids 12 & under FREE. Senior Citizen discount available. FREE PARKING! Friday, Noon-7pm, Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. For vendor information, please see our ad on the next page!

19 Chilhowee Hills Baptist Church ChoirMarket Square beginning at 6p. Contact Terry Henson at 865-522-2422 for more info.

20Knoxville Roots FestivalA one-day outdoor music festival features very talented local & regional roots musicians, good food, and crafts for sale by local artisans. Proceeds will benefit Redeeming Hope Ministries. Admission: $10 - $20. Event time: 1pm-11pm.

20East Tennessee History Fair Krutch Park & Extension. 602 South Gay Street. Annual celebration of regions history with children’s activities, living history timeline, historic demonstrations, trolley tours to downtown’s historic homes, live music and much more!

Einstein Simplified

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20Great Tennessee Valley Rubber Duck Race Volunteer Landing from 9a-9p. FREE!! Family Friendly Fun!! Mini carnival, food vendors, vendor booths for duck adoptions, DJ music. For more information, contact Michelle Pitts 865-248-1124

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Feast with the Beast Knoxville Zoo from 7a-7p. Sample food & drink from area restaurants, wineries, breweries & distributors. Adult event 21 and over. For tickets please call 865-637-5331.

23Gospel MusicRiverside Business and Event Center. 7p Tickets $5 at the door. See our ad on the next page!

265th Annual Mayors PicnicTommy Schumpert Park from 11:30a-1p. FREE event for all Knox County Seniors! Food, entertainment, live music, and a vendors area. For more information see our ad on page 16.

274th Annual Man Run University of Tennessee Medical Center. A 5k run/walk with a 1 mile fun run for prostate cancer awareness starting at 8am. For more information, email: [email protected].

August 2011 Events continued

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The Wild West Crossword Puzzle

CHeCk Your AnSwerS on PAge 13

Across1 Tennessee man born in 1786 who killed

black bears with “Old Betsy” and had a lackluster political career (2 wds.)

4 Location where the Transcontinental Railroad was connected (2 wds.)

7 Fast mail service that ran from St. Joseph to San Francisco until almost 1861 (2 wds.)

9 Leather britches or wrap-around leggings10 He and his brother Frank were notorious

bank and train robbers (2 wds.)12 Religious leader who lead a large group

of pioneers to settle the Salt Lake Valley (2 wds.)

13 Famous lawman involved in the shootout at the O.K. Corral (2 wds.)

14 Young outlaw who rustled cattle and killed at least 4 men including Sheriff William Brady (3 wds.)

down2 Member of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show,

she was an excellent markswoman (2 wds.)

3 Famous bank and train robber who worked with The Sundance Kid (2 wds.)

5 Fort in San Antonio where Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett and about 150 other tried to defend Texas from Santa Anna in 1836 (2 wds.)

6 Famous frontiersman, scout and showman who ran the Wild West Show (3 wds.)

8 Famous Indian who joined the Wild West Show (2 wds.)

11 Author whose real name was Samuel Clemens (2 wds.)

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If you haven’t been to visit your local community senior center, then you are missing out! Grab a friend and head on

over and join your senior center today! You can fi nd that seniors are not just sitting around! Th ey are enjoying activities such as Computer Training, Ballroom Dance, Billards, Wii Bowling, Live Music, Aerobics, Basket Weaving, Painting ….the list goes on! Call or visit your local senior center to fi nd out what you’re missing.

roAne countYKINGSTON SENIOR CENTER201 Patton Ferry RoadKingston, TN 37763Phone: (865) 376-9476

ROCKWOOD SENIOR CENTER1362 North Gateway AvenueRockwood, TN 37854Phone: (865) 354-0450

grAinger countYGRAINGER COUNTY SR CTR8659 Rutledge PikeRutledge TN 37861Phone: (865) 828-5397

loudon countYLOUDON COUNTY SR CTR901 Main StreetLoudon, TN 37774Phone: (865) 458-5445

JeFFerson countYSTRAWBERRY PLAINS SR CTR3311 Oak AvenueStrawberry Plains, TN 37871Phone: (865) 933-9255

JEFFERSON CITY SR CTR807 West Je� erson StreetJe� erson City, TN 37760Phone: (865) 475-4989

DANDRIDGE SENIOR CENTER917 Elliot Ferry RoadDandridge, TN 37725Phone: (865) 397-7605

WHITE PINE SENIOR CENTER 1820 Maple Street White Pine, TN 37890 Phone: (865) 674-2827

sevier countYSEVIER COUNTY SR CTR1220 West MainSevierville, TN 37864Phone: (865) 453-8080

Anderson countYOAK RIDGE SENIOR CENTER 728 Emory Valley RdOak Ridge, TN 37830Phone: (865) 425-3999

CLINTON SENIOR CENTER101 Hicks StreetClinton, TN 37716Phone: (865) 457-0642

Blount countYSENIOR CENTER AT EVERETT PARK702 Burch� eld StreetMaryville, TN 37804Phone: (865) 983-9422

union countYUNION COUNTY SR CTR298 Main StreetMaynardville, TN 37807Phone: (865) 992-3292

Knox countY CARTER SENIOR CENTER 9040 Asheville HighwayKnoxville, Tennessee 37871Phone: (865) 932-2939

CORRYTON SENIOR CENTER 9331 Davis Drive Corryton, TN 37721Phone: (865) 688-5882

HALLS SENIOR CENTER4410 Crippen RoadKnoxville, TN 37918Phone: (865) 922-0416

JOHN T. O’CONNOR SR CTR611 Winona StreetKnoxville, TN 37917Phone: (865) 523-1135

FRANK R. STRANG SR CTR109 Lovell Heights RoadKnoxville, TN 37922Phone: (865) 670-6693

SOUTH KNOXVILLE SR CTR6729 Martel LaneKnoxville, TN 37920Phone: (865) 573-5843

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• Fri, Aug 5th at 1:00p, A Fistfull of Dollars (1964)• Tue, Aug 9th at 2:00p, Walk the Line (2005)• Fri, Aug 12th at 1:00p, The Treasure of the

Sierra Madre (1948)

• Fri, Aug 19th at 1:00p, For a Few Dollars More (1965)• Tues, Aug 23rd at 2:00p, RED (2010)

keep cool and enjoy Friday Afternoon westerns and Tuesday Movie Time!

july

sEnior focus

At Halls Senior Center, we plan to keep you busy! With over a thousand seniors participating in activities at the Center each month, our schedule is varied and we are always open to suggestions for new activities and learning opportunities. We presently offer computer access, weekly bingo, card playing, line dancing, billiards, monthly potluck dinner, exercise classes, quilting, art class, an Overeaters Anonymous support group, along with a variety of other events and presentations to participate in and enjoy.

Don’t Miss Events:

• Arthritis Tai Chi Class The 10-week class begins on Monday August 1st at 10am. The fee is only $2 per week and includes both the Seated Tia Chi class and the Arthritis Tai Chi class with instructor Don Parsley. This is a great way to increase your stamina, flexibility, balance and assists with relaxation. No prior experience is necessary!

• Arthritis Presentation Join us on Thursday, August 11th at 12:30pm for a presentation on Rheumatoid Arthritis and related aches and pains. There will be a physician available to speak and assist with questions and answers. A free lunch will be provided by Abbott Pharmaceuticals to those who RSVP. Please RSVP by calling 865-922-0416.

The Wild WesTCrossword Puzzle

Answer Key D A V Y C R O C K E T T

N B P R O M O N T O R Y P O I N T U

B I H T U P O N Y E X P R E S S E C F O A H F S C H A P S L C A I K A A L T L J E S S E J A M E S O T M E O S B R I G H A M Y O U N G I I N R D L G K Y L B T C U W Y A T T E A R P O L A D L B I L L Y T H E K I D Y N

Halls Senior Center4410 Crippen RoadKnoxville, TN 37918(865) 992-0416

Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: 9am-CloseContact the office for specific times.

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Author: Teddy Braden, General Manager at Rush Fitness Center. Bachelor degree in Kinesiology & Health. Certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Personal trainer with over twelve years experience working with various age groups on designing proper exercise programs.

Flexibility. If you have ever payed attention to a cat or dog when they first awake, they stretch. This is there God given instincts. Spend a good 10 minutes per day, morning preferably stretching legs, arms, back, etc. You may consider enrolling in a Yoga class or stretching program.

endurance. Building up your endurance takes time, but worth the investment. You can build endurance by walking, working in the yard or joining a gym. By building your endurance for exercise up to just 20 minutes per day for three times a week, you will be amazed at the extra energy you will find!

Support and motivation are very important when it comes to goals, so it may be a good decision to join a health club or gym. Although these organizations generally require a monthly membership fee, you may find that this will motivate you to go on a regular basis. You could also take advantage of your local senior center which offers many different affordable classes including dance and Yoga. Whether you choose a gym or senior center, the point is to surround yourself with people that share the same goals as yourself.

The benefits of exercise are remarkable as we age. My dad was 65 when he began an exercise program and when he was 75; he was in the best shape of his life! Of course, always check with your physician before embarking on any new exercise program.

two Key elements to living a longer, More Productive life

Enroll in a Yoga class or stretching program.

Build endurance by walking, yardwork or joining a gym.

Exercise with a friend for support and motivation

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