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Your Turn: Feedback onTelephone TopicsLisa Evans, Mather Thursday, January 211:30 a.m. CTHere’s your chance to give youropinion on specific topics youliked and didn’t like, what you’dlike to hear more about, or eventopics you’d like to present.

Storytelling with CarolineCaroline Latta, Theatre Depart-ment, Columbia College ChicagoFriday, January 31:00 p.m. CTHear a master storyteller read athought-provoking short story,followed by discussion.

MeditationSusan Wilkens, Yoga Instructor,Dancing CranesMonday, January 6, 13 & 2012:00 p.m. CTLearn simple breathing and fo-cusing techniques you can do tohelp reduce stress and multiplyyour “happiness factor”!

Caregiving & Creativity ChatSharon Smith, Possibilities Coach,Mather & Ruthe Guerry, Art Therapist Tuesday, January 711:00 a.m. CT Caregivers and care receivers:Learn how to relieve stressthrough creativity exercises andget resources for better self-care.

Facts about Illinois Wednesday, January 811:00 a.m. CTSee feature above.

Welcome, WinterHeather Braoudakis, VocalistWednesday, January 81:00 p.m. CTHeather sings songs about the coldest season of the year.Celebrate the joys of the season:sledding, snowballs, and wonderful wintry music!

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FACTS ABOUT ILLINOIS Joe Cunniff, Instructor, DePaul UniversityWednesday, January 8, 11:00 a.m. CTLet’s explore interesting facts, fun trivia, and jokesabout the State of Illinois. We’ll also sing some songsfrom the Great American Songbook.

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Sally Fields Thursday, January 911:00 a.m. CTSee feature right.

Nutritional Needs for Older AdultsPaige Corley, Certified Personal TrainerThursday, January 91:00 p.m. CTLearn what specifics we need to be aware of when it comes to nutrition.

Simply StrongRandi Kant, MS, MPH, CHES, CPT,Certified Intrinsic CoachFriday, January 1011:00 a.m. CTJoin us for a guided strength-training routine that can be donein the comfort of your home.

Storytelling with MeganMegan Wells, National TouringStoryteller, 2016 Oracle WinnerFriday, January 101:00 p.m. CTHear a master storyteller read athought-provoking short story,followed by a discussion.

Chair YogaTom Wilkens, Yoga Instructor,Dancing Cranes

Monday, January 13& 27, 2:00 p.m. CT Through a series of stretchingpostures and breathing tech-niques, yoga develops strength,flexibility, stamina, and balance.

Quality of Life MattersKate Marrs, PresenterTuesday, January 1411:00 a.m. CTLearn how our voices, experi-

ences, and actions contribute to the quality of our lives.

Feisty Females of theNineteenth & EarlyTwentieth CenturiesCaryl Derenfeld, Joy Fueled SoulsTuesday, January 141:00 p.m. CTWe’ll explore the early women’srights movement and women’srejection of traditional genderroles.

The Ebb & Flow of Daytime Soap OperasWalter Podrazik, Author, Watching TV: Eight Decades of American TelevisionWednesday, January 1511:00 a.m. CTWally talks about favorites likeDays of Our Lives, Guiding Light,and more!

Game Time with Jeanne: 3 in 1Jeanne Roppolo, Author, Storyteller& Motivational SpeakerWednesday, January 151:00 p.m. CTCan you guess what foreignwords and phrases mean, orwhat abbreviations and acronymsstand for? Have fun testing yourknowledge!

How Having Fun CanImprove Your HealthJanis Sayer, Senior Research Associate, Mather Thursday, January 1611:00 a.m. CTHear about recent research onhow what you do for fun can keepyou healthy.

Mamie EisenhowerRicki Saady, PresenterFriday, January 1711:00 a.m. CTLearn the story of this First Lady,known for her outgoing manner,personal style, and beauty.

Storytelling with MichaelMichael Menendian, Theater Director Friday, January 171:00 p.m. CTSit back and enjoy a tale deliveredby a master storyteller, then joina discussion about the story.

Head StrongMolly Hofer, University of Illinois,Extension Educator, Family LifeTuesday, January 211:00 p.m. CTLearn about lifestyle factors thatcontribute to your brain’s health.

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SALLY FIELDSRich Lang, Media HistorianThursday, January 911:00 a.m. CTRich will discuss the life and career of the famed actress and director.

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Chair Ballet StretchJeanine Dent, InstructorWednesday, January 2211:00 a.m. CTLearn stretching and strength-ening techniques using ballet positions, focusing on hip flexors, core strength, and spinal alignment.

Dean Martin Wednesday, January 221:00 p.m. CTSee feature above.

Tony BennettRich Lang, Media HistorianThursday, January 2311:00 a.m. CTRich will discuss the life and career of the legendary singer.

Active Adult ExercisePaige Corley, Certified Personal TrainerThursday, January 231:00 p.m. CTJoin Paige as she leads us for a45-minute monthly session ofseated and standing exercises thatwill boost your mind and body!

Fitness Facts & Myths Friday, January 2411:00 a.m. CTSee back cover.

Storytelling with MeganMegan Wells, National TouringStoryteller, 2016 Oracle WinnerFriday, January 241:00 p.m. CTSee January 10.

Time for Us: Let’s Chat!Kate Marrs, Presenter & Lisa Evans, Mather Monday, January 2711:00 a.m. CTJoin an uplifting conversationabout hopes and plans for 2020.Share your New Year’s traditions.

Why Build Your GratitudeFoundation?Kate Marrs, PresenterTuesday, January 2811:00 a.m. CTLet’s tap into ways of demonstrat-ing our gratitude, and discuss waysit can benefit your life and others.

What’s Hot in the NewsJudy Lear, ActivistTuesday, January 281:00 p.m. CTJudy recaps the past month’s national issues and news eventsand ask for your input.

Inspiring Female ArtistsCaroline Edasis, Director of Creative Arts, MatherWednesday, January 2911:00 a.m. CTExplore the work of some amazing women artists past and present.

Heroes in Real LifeJeanne Roppolo, Author, Storyteller& Motivational SpeakerWednesday, January 291:00 p.m. CTWe’ll talk about ordinary, every-day people thrust into difficultsituations and the character traitsthat allowed them to overcometheir misfortunes.

Opera Lovers: Queen of SpadesChristine Casey, Opera Lovers Lecture CorpThursday, January 301:00 p.m. CTHear about this compelling romantic thriller. Tensions riseas Gherman’s obsession begins to overwhelm him and leads todevastation both for him and forthe countess’s granddaughter,Lisa.

Storytelling with WillWill Casey, Theatre Department,Columbia College ChicagoFriday, January 311:00 p.m. CTSit back and enjoy a tale deliveredby a master storyteller, then joina discussion about the story.

DEAN MARTIN Brian Salgado, PresenterWednesday, January 22

1:00 p.m. CTHear about the life, career,

and music of one of the most popular and enduring

entertainers of the mid-twentieth century.

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FITNESS FACTS & MYTHSRandi Kant, MS, MPH, CHES, CPT, Certified Intrinsic CoachFriday, January 24, 11:00 a.m. CTJoin us as we debunk the most common fitness myths and uncover the truth, once and for all!