More at Mather’s · 2017. 9. 25. · Escape to Margaritaville Oriental Theatre, Chicago Imagine a place where the sun is hot and the water’s warm—welcome to Margaritaville!

Don’t miss the Lumberjack Breakfast Special on November 9! See page 9.

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Music & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Enjoy live concerts and events, like a performance byChicagoland's only “Young Elvis” tribute artist.

Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Do something good for your health, like learn aboutMedicare—just in time for enrollment!

Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Join us for a trip to see some of Chicago’s best live theater!

Hands-On Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Get artsy in a class like Make a Snow Globe.

Lifelong Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Choose from author presentations, travelogues, and more—like a chilling look at the Midwest’s most haunted houses.

Free Fun & Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Take advantage of free programs—like our Movie Showcase series.

Culinary Delights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Enjoy meal specials, luncheons, and food programs, like our demo of homemade ricotta.

Tech-Knowledge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Learn all sorts of handy technology skills, like the ins andouts of ridesharing apps.

Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Drop into a class like the popular Worth the Weight, or try some yoga!

Ongoing Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12From Tea Time discussions to Dancing Fridays, we havesomething happening every weekday!

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MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

Did you know we host Friday night events? We stay open late for these fun evening events offering live entertainment—usually a band

playing your favorite dance music. Each one is BYOB, and follows a special dinner!

Friday, October 206:30 p.m. “Jivan” Ivan’s Friday NightDance PartyIvan Rivera, DJ Our resident DJ will spin your favoritetunes while you mingle and snack oncoffee and cookies. Dinner menu available until 6:30 p.m. Suggested Donation $5

Tuesday, October 3112:30 p.m. Halloween Luncheon Featuring Rick PickrenJoin us for some not-too-spooky musical entertainment by our favoriteWestern talent, along with a lunch ofcountry-style chicken with pear maplesauce, home-style dumplings, andsweet potato cranberry cake. Meal Cost $8.50; Entertainment Suggested Donation $5

Friday, November 32:00 p.m. The Mather Jammers The Mather Jammers is a group of five talented staff members and customers from Mather’s. Join them as they perform everything from JohnLennon to Tom Jones to Trinidad Lopezto wherever the mood takes them! This show is open to all! FREE

Wednesday, November 1512:30 p.m. Thanksgiving Luncheonwith L.J. SlavinL. J. Slavin will perform a delightful mixof sentimental favorites, classic country,folk, and novelty songs using mandolin,harmonica, flute, penny whistle, andeven the musical saw. We’ll feast on

herb-roasted turkey, mashed potatoes,gravy, cranberry sauce, stuffing, greenbeans, and pumpkin pie. Meal Cost $9.50Entertainment Suggested Donation $5

Friday, November 176:30 p.m. Evening at Mather’s Featuring Hugo’s ElvisChicagoland’s only “Young Elvis” performer, Hugo has been an Elvis tribute artist since kindergarten. Hisiconic tribute includes several dozenfavorite Elvis gospel, ballad, rockabilly,and rock ’n’ roll tunes. Come early fordinner—the kitchen is open until 6:30 p.m. Suggested Donation $5

Tuesday, December 59:30 a.m. Mather’s Music EnsembleHoliday BreakfastWe’ll kick off the holiday season instyle with a holiday show from our

own Mather’s Music Ensemble. In addition to a delicious breakfast featuring Christmas Strata, you’ll enjoy some songs of the season. Meal Cost $8.50

Wednesday, December 1312:30 p.m. Holiday Jazz Luncheon Petra van Nuis, vocalist & Chris White, pianoExperience the warmth of the seasonwith swinging renditions of holidayclassics. We’ll dine on shrimp cocktail,chicken jambalaya, chocolate beignets,and ice cream. Meal Cost $8.50Entertainment Suggested Donation $5

Friday, December 157:00 p.m. Evening at Mather’s Featuringa Benefit Concert by the Dynamics

Devote yourFriday nightto a good

cause! You’ll enjoy a great evening ofrock ’n’ roll with Mather’s “house band”the Dynamics. We’ll rock in the holidays,’50s-and-’60s style. Please bring in anew unwrapped gift for a boy or a girl,or a Suggested Donation of $8.

Friday, December 2911:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Mather’s NewYear’s Eve Eve PartyLet’s celebrate New Year’s Eve a bitearly, with a toast at noon and somemusic and dancing fun. This will be ourlast program until 2018, so come helpus celebrate all the fun we had in 2017.FREE

Evening at Mather’s Featuring Hugo’s Elvis

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Mather’s—More Than a Café inChatham: Tour, Lunch & More!Head to Chicago’s South Side for a day at our Chatham location. We’ll tourthe recently renovated space, attend aquilt exhibit and presentation, andshare a delicious lunch while enjoyingthe Proscenium Players Variety Show. DATE: Tuesday, October 3,10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Departure Location: Mather’s – 7134 W. Higgins AvenueCost $45 Please pay and register by Friday, September 15. Cost includes transporta-tion, lunch, and entertainment. Limit 20.

Escape to Margaritaville Oriental Theatre, ChicagoImagine a place where the sun is hotand the water’s warm—welcome toMargaritaville! Take a break from yourtroubles and enjoy this new musicalabout the choices we make and thepeople we become once we’ve had achange in latitude. This musical getawayfeatures original and much-lovedJimmy Buffett songs.DATE: Wednesday, November 29,12:30–5:30 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 7134 W. Higgins AvenueCost $60 Please pay and register by Friday, November 3. Cost includes transportationand show. Limit 30.

The Christmas Schooner Mercury Theater & Zia Lago VistaRestaurant, ChicagoDon’t miss this heartwarming holidayclassic that tells the story of the firstChristmas tree ship and the family whorisked their lives to fill Chicago withthe Christmas spirit. The productionfeatures a powerful, moving story and

an exquisite score of original music andtraditional holiday favorites.DATE: Thursday, December 14, 12:00–6:30 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 3235 N. Central AvenueCost $80Please pay and register by Friday, November 10. Cost includes transporta-tion, lunch at Zia Lago Vista, and show.Limit 25.

American Classic ToursDoor County in the Fall, October 11–13Tour the picturesque lakeside villages,extensive shoreline, and rolling wood-land of the “Cape Cod of the Midwest.”Stay at the beautiful Stone Harbor Resort on the Sturgeon Bay waterfrontfor two nights and enjoy a guided tourof the county.

Nashville Country Christmas & Opryland Hotel, November 16–20Get in the holiday spirit as we visit theMusic City—Nashville, Tennessee! Thistour features a four-night stay at theOpryland Hotel, which will be decoratedwith millions of glittering lights, and avisit to the Grand Ole Opry.

For pricing and details, contactAmerican Classic Tours at

(800) 666.0358

TRIPS

Thursdays, October 5 & 19, November 2 & 16, and December 282:00 p.m. Wii Bowling This game simulates real-life bowlingby using simple motion controls; it’sas easy as flicking your wrist! Comeand try it! FREE

Monday, October 1612:30 p.m. Medicare Open Enrollment PresentationUnitedHealthcare Representatives Get all your Medicare questions answered—including which plan fitsyour needs. Learn about the enrollmentwindow and Medicare A, B, C, D, andsupplements. You’ll talk one-on-onewith a UnitedHealthcare agent to address your questions. FREE

Monday, October 231:00 p.m. Vein Care ScreeningRamon Castro, MD, Chicago Vein Care ClinicDo you suffer from leg pain, spiderveins, swelling, or restless legs? Learnabout possible treatments such aslaser and sclerotherapy. Participantswill get a complimentary screeningalong with a free consultation. FREE

Tuesday, November 1412:30 p.m. Medicare Open Enrollment Presentation

Monday, December 41:00 p.m. Medicare Made ClearUnitedHealthcare Representatives This seminar will teach you aboutwhat Medicare does and does notcover, who can get Medicare, and thedifferences between Medicare andMedicaid. Open enrollment is almostover—get your last-minute questionsanswered! FREE

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Escape to Margaritaville



HANDS-ON ART

Monday, October 211:00 a.m. Drawing forEveryone!Val Zucker-McCune, Owner, Smart Art StudiosAnyone can learn to draw byunderstanding certain basicelements such as proportion,composition, value, and per-spective. Individual attentionwill be given for every skilllevel. Bring a photo of a familymember, pet, or landscape—and learn how to draw it.We’ll have a lot of fun! Suggested Donation $12

Tuesday, October 1011:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: A Taste of FallRobert Neri, Robert’s FloralDesign StudioCreate beauty while you relieve stress by practicing thefine art of flower arranging.Payment is required in advance. All supplies included.Suggested Donation $15

Monday, October 1611:00 a.m. Paint with ValVal Zucker-McCune, Owner,Smart Art StudiosVal is a local artist who willteach you how to mix colorsand how to choose the brushthat will work best with yourproject. You’ll take home afinished piece of art! All supplies included. SuggestedDonation $15

1:00 p.m. Try Something New!Card-Making with CaroleCarole Hays, Hand-MadeCards & Mather’s CustomerYou’ll walk away with twoor three completed cards.Different styles will be avail-able, and the fee includes all materials. Suggested Donation $10

Thursday, November 211:00 a.m. Painting AppleBlossoms Wine GlassesVivian Visser, Local ArtistPermanent color will beused to design and applyapple blossoms to two wineglasses for those special fallnights. All supplies included.Suggested Donation $12

Monday, November 611:00 a.m. Drawing forEveryone!

Monday, November 1311:00 a.m. Paint with Val

1:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole

Thursday, November 161:00 p.m. ChristmasBracelet MakingAleca Breneman, Local Artist& Mather’s CustomerMake two colorful, beaded,blingy, stretchy bracelets for the holiday season—one for yourself and one asa gift for a family memberor friend. All supplies included.Suggested Donation $6 forone bracelet or $10.50 for two

Tuesday, November 2111:00 a.m. Flower Arranging:Thanksgiving Feast

Monday, December 411:00 a.m. Drawing forEveryone!

Monday, December 1111:00 a.m. Ornament PaintingVal Zucker-McCune, Owner,Smart Art StudiosIn just a short amount oftime, you will leave with afinished piece of art to takehome! All supplies included.Suggested Donation $15

1:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole

Tuesday, December 1212:30 p.m. Wreath Decorating ClassLinda Jannuzio, Mather’s—More Than a Café Join Linda as she helps youmake a unique and inven-tive wreath for the season.All supplies included.Suggested Donation $12

Thursday, December 1411:00 a.m. Make a Snow GlobeVivian Visser, Local ArtistDesign and make your ownsnow globe in this fun class.Choose from several designs.All supplies included.Suggested Donation $12

Monday, December 1811:00 a.m. Paint with Val

Tuesday, December 1911:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: Christmas Time

Painting Apple Blossoms Wine Glasses


Tuesday, October 312:30 p.m. Stories from the Holy LandPastor Carla Thompson Powell & Pastor Darryl Thompson Powell Travel with us through pictures andstories to many historic and holy sites, including the Church of the Nativity,the Jordan River, and more! PastorsCarla and Darryl will also discuss cul-tural and political challenges of thearea. FREE

Wednesday, October 111:00 p.m. History of HalloweenMichael McCann, Media HistorianGet a glimpse into why and how wecelebrate this fantastical holiday, includ-ing why we dress in costume, trick ortreat, and carve pumpkins. Michael willalso touch on the origins of Dracula andFrankenstein. Suggested Donation $5

Friday, October 132:00 p.m. Make Democracy Work: A Civics LessonAnnie Logue, League of Women Votersof ChicagoA lot of people have forgotten the basicsof voting rights, voter participation, and

contacting elected officials. But theLeague of Women Voters of Chicagohas not forgotten! Join us for a reviewof how you can make democracy work.FREE

Tuesday, October 1712:30 p.m. Haunted Homes: Our Otherworldly Guests & NeighborsAmelia Cotter, Author

AUTH OR PRESENTATION

Join author and storyteller Amelia foran exploration of a variety of hauntedhouses, as she explains our relation-ships with the ghosts that dwell inthem. Amelia will share her personalparanormal experiences from some ofthe Midwest’s most haunted homes.Suggested Donation $5

Wednesday, October 181:00 p.m. My Neighborhood: PilsenDan Andries & Liz Reeves, Producers,WTTW Watch the groundbreaking WTTWdocumentary about one of Chicago’smost vibrant neighborhoods. The producers of the film will talk about

their work and answer questions.Don’t miss this opportunity to learnmore about a fascinating area of thecity! FREE

Thursday, October 191:00 p.m. Forensics & TelevisionHal Tinberg, Presenter CSI: Crime Scene Investigation broughtforensic science to the public. Learn howCSI was created and how it became thefirst of a series of popular, science-basedpolice dramas. CSI had a significant effect on the criminal justice system, as jurors armed with TV-providedknowledge demanded more from prosecutors, giving rise to the “CSI effect.” Suggested Donation $5

Friday, October 202:00–3:30 p.m. Try Something New!Contemporary Tarot: In a NutshellMadelyn Sergel, Contemporary Tarot Madelyn will present a brief overviewof tarot cards, their meaning, and howto use them. With 30+ years' experience,Madelyn takes a practical approach totarot, so don’t expect crystal balls orturbans! Her method focuses on whatis happening in your life, exploring howto find positive solutions, and how to

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brainstorm strategies for personal andprofessional satisfaction. Everyone willreceive a personalized reading. Suggested Donation $5

Tuesday, October 2412:30 p.m. Sidewalk Talk: A Listening EventChristy Galyon, Sidewalk TalkListening is a superpower we all have,and connection makes us healthy. Volunteers for the national organizationSidewalk Talk put those beliefs into action. They’ll be here to simply listento whatever you want to say. Try talkingto someone who really listens, and explore with them the remarkablepower of listening! FREE

Wednesday, October 251:00 p.m. Cook County Hospital ICUCory Franklin, Former Director, ICU, Cook County HospitalGet an inside look at one of the nation’s

most famous public hospitals, as seen through the eyes of its longtime directorof Intensive Care. Hear about some ofthe strange medical cases and unforget-table patients Cory encountered in his30-year career. Suggested Donation $3

Thursday, October 2612:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe DrivingCourse, Day 1

Certified AARP DriverSafety Volunteer

Learn current rules of the road, defen-sive driving techniques, and ways tooperate your vehicle more safely intoday’s increasingly challenging drivingenvironment. Complete the full eight-hour course and receive a certificatethat can be presented to your insuranceagent for a possible reduction in yourauto insurance premiums. Cost $15 forAARP members; $20 for nonmembers.Make checks payable to AARP.

Friday, October 2712:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe DrivingCourse, Day 2

Monday, November 61:00 p.m. A Memoir of LoveAntonio Morales-Pita, Author & RetiredAssistant Professor, DePaul University


Antonio’s book, Gladys, My UnforgettableLove, deals with his loving relationshipwith his wife of many years and themany aspects of a successful marriage,including issues such as fidelity, jealousy,expressing love, and, ultimately, copingwith a partner’s death. Suggested Donation $5

Contemporary Tarot: In a Nutshell

A Memoir of Love


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Tuesday, November 712:30 p.m. What’s Going on withHomeland Security?Manda Walters, Community Relations,Department of Homeland SecurityGet an up-close look at what Home-land Security is doing in our area todeal with issues of immigration andcustoms enforcement. FREE

Wednesday, November 81:00 p.m. Songs of the Old West Dean Milano, Musician & Local HistorianJoin Dean for a musical journeythrough the “western” in country andwestern. Hear songs about cowboysand gunfights, cattle drives and camp-fires, that were popular in the AmericanWest in the mid-1800s through themid-1900s. Suggested Donation $5

Friday, November 102:00 p.m. Gangland ChicagoRichard Lindberg, Author


Street gangs have been a part ofChicago’s criminal history since before the Civil War. Rich Lindberg, the dean of Chicago historians, tracesthis troubled history through the1990s. The program is based on Rich’s latest book, Gangland Chicago: Criminality and Lawlessness in theWindy City. Suggested Donation $5

Monday, November 201:00 p.m. Try Something New! Discover Puerto Rico through Music & DanceJoseph Ruiz, Café Customer & NildaPauley, Lasting Impressions HispanicDance GroupLearn about Puerto Rican roots inChicago and enjoy a lively review of dance styles. We’ll even learn the beginning steps of some classic Puerto Rican dances! Suggested Donation $5

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Travel Europe with Rick Steves Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Claire Stahl, Assistant Café ManagerJoin Claire to enjoy DVD episodesfrom Rick Steve’s Europe, publictelevision's most-watched, longest-running travel series. Each episodetakes viewers to Europe's mostinteresting places, from greatcities to off-the-beaten-path dis-coveries. Come watch and enjoythese travel adventures and joinClaire for a discussion and travelchat after the program. FREE

Wednesday, October 4The Majesty of Madrid

Wednesday, October 11Switzerland’s Great Cities

Wednesday, October 18Venice: City of Dreams

Wednesday, October 25Budapest: The Best of Hungary

Wednesday, November 1Prague

Wednesday, November 8Munich and the Foothills of the Alps

Wednesday, November 22Barcelona and Catalunya

Wednesday, November 29Paris: Regal and Intimate

Wednesday, December 20Greek Islands

Wednesday, December 27Vienna



Thursday, October 12Meal Special: Comfort Food Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, and

chocolate cake. Cost $7.99

Wednesday, November 112:30 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Homemade RicottaAshlee will teach you how easy it is to make fresh ricottafrom scratch, as she provides some interesting backgroundon one of the most versatile products in Italian cuisine.Sample homemade ricotta with extra virgin olive oil on crostini, cherry ricotta blintzes, and ricotta dumplings. Cost $6

Thursday, November 9Meal Special: Lumberjack BreakfastPancakes, toast, hash browns, eggs, bacon, and

sausage. Cost $6.89

Thursday, November 3012:30 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Chicken VesuvioCulinary Delighter Angelita will demonstrate how to makeChicken Vesuvio, a dish unique to and rarely seen outside ofChicago. Enjoy some history and a plateful of this tastyChicago original. Cost $7

Wednesday, December 612:30 p.m. Try Something New! Mather’s Cookie-Off!Mather’s—More Than a Café Staff Join our staff for a fun holiday baking competition andcookie exchange. Try delectable holiday cookies prepared by the staff, and choose your favorite. If you wish, bring your own cookies to share and your favorite recipes too.Suggested Donation $3

Friday, December 8All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry!

Served with two sides. Dine in only. Cost $7.50

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October 4 & 18; November 1 & 22; andDecember 22 & 272:00 p.m. KaraokeStep up to the mic andshare a song, or just enjoythe show! Karaoke is alsoavailable the 4th Friday ofeach month at 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 291:00 p.m. Mather’sConnections MeetingJoin us at Mather’s—MoreThan a Café in NorwoodPark to find out about volunteering at Mather’s—More Than a Café and itsbenefits. Call Claire Stahl at (773) 774.5771.

Wednesday, December 2012:30 p.m. Mather’s Game DayMather’s—More Than a Café StaffCalling all board game enthusiasts! Join us for day of fun and games, including some new andsome favorites. No experi-ence needed.

Tuesday, December 2612:30 p.m. Movie Showcase:Whiskey Tango FoxtrotJoin us for a free and funmovie matinee! Stuck in arut, reporter Kim Baker (TinaFey) decides to shake thingsup by taking a dangerous assignment in Afghanistan.Far from home and com-pletely out of her comfortzone, Kim discovers her truestrength as she risks it all tofind the next big story.

Wednesday, December 27 12:30 p.m. Movie Showcase:Manchester by the SeaCasey Affleck leads an all-star cast in this acclaimedand poignant film about asolitary janitor whose life is transformed after he becomes the guardian ofhis 16-year-old nephew.

Thursday, December 281:00 p.m. Movie Showcase:ChicagoWinner of six AcademyAwards, Chicago is a dazzlingmusical spectacle cheered byaudiences and critics alike.

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Movie Showcase

Every Thursday in December, enjoy $1 bottomless mugs of old-fashioned stovetop hot chocolate!


Thursday, October 510:00–11:00 a.m. Feel Secure to Explore: How to Take Control of Your Digital FootprintOur information is out in the world on the Internet and itsounds scary. It’s enough to stop us from exploring the manyamazing things technology has to offer. Vivian will show youhow to secure your data and enjoy your life online.

Thursday, October 1210:00–11:00 a.m. Intro to Digital PhotographyWe’ll talk about the ways in which digital photography hasshaped the world and some good resources to take advantageof and explore.

Thursday, October 2610:00–11:00 a.m. Computer BasicsWe’ll cover how to start your computer, as well as basics including accessing the Internet, accessing word processing,games, and ways to perform some basic tasks. This class isfor beginners.

Thursday, November 210:00–11:00 a.m. Intro to Online BankingIs online banking safe? While this class won’t cover your specific bank, it will talk about the hows and whys of online banking.

Thursday, November 910:00–11:00 a.m. The Wonderful World of YouTubeYouTube is an online video website that has a variety of great uses. From entertainment to learning, this is one of the Internet’s most important websites. Come learn more about it!

Thursday, November 3010:00–11:00 a.m. Try Something New! Uber & LyftDiscover two smartphone applications that offer cheaper,more efficient transportation than taxis. You must have asmartphone for this class.

Thursday, December 1410:00–11:00 a.m. Wikipedia: The Modern Encyclopedia Gone are the days of Encyclopedia Britannica; Wikipedia isthe modern-day encyclopedia. We’ll learn about its history,its funding, and the ways in which entries get created.

Thursday, December 2110:00–11:00 a.m. E-mail 101: Yahoo We’ll cover how to sign up for and access a free Yahoo e-mailaccount. We’ll also learn the basics, including sending and receiving e-mails, contacts, chats, calendars, and more.

Thursday, December 2810:00–11:00 a.m. E-mail 101: GmailWe’ll cover how to sign up for and access your Gmail account.We’ll also learn some of the basics, including sending and receiving e-mails, contacts, chats, calendars, and more.

TECH-KNOWLEDGE

All classes $10. Classes are taught by Café staff including Jeff Rose, Café Manager, and Vivian Chazen, Manager of Virtual Experiences.

STOP BY AND USE A COMPUTER! Computers in the Mather’s—More Than a Café computer labare always available when a Tech-Knowledge class is not in

session. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Intro to Digital Photography

Tech Help Thursdays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Get answers to all your tech questions in a one-on-onesession. First-come, first-served. BYOD—Bring YourOwn Device! FREEOctober 5, 12, 26; November 2, 9, 30December 14, 21, 28


FITNESS

MONDAY9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit This total body workout is made forthose who want a little challenge. Get energized with some vigorous cardio moves, build muscle strength,and tone up. A great way to stay healthyand exercise to music! Cost $3

TUESDAY10:00 a.m. Chair YogaSit down and do yoga! Build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and breathe more deeply. Cost $3

11:00 a.m. YogaYoga is wonderful for muscle tone,strength, and flexibility. Through breath-ing exercises, special poses, relaxation,and meditation, feel incredibly calm andserene. Please wear loose, comfortableclothing. Bring a towel or mat. We recommend not eating one hour before class. Cost $5

WEDNESDAY9:30 a.m. Worth the Weight Try concentrated sessions for improvingcardiovascular fitness, balance, and flexibility—increasing overall strengthwhile having fun. Cost $3

10:30 a.m. Tai Chi Tai chi is non-impact and will move you slowly and gently while promotingstrength, stamina, and flexibility. Cost $5

THURSDAY8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga See Tuesday.

9:45 a.m. Brains & BalanceExperience an exercise class that worksyour body and your mind. We’ll work onimproving balance and reducing the riskof falling, plus a variety of activities toincrease brain health and memory. Cost $5

11:00 a.m. Try Something New!Fitness Plus with BethThis well-rounded class incorporatesrange of motion exercises, low-impactaerobics, resistance training, and balanceand flexibility movements. Routines include seated and standing exercises.Suggested Donation $3

FRIDAY9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit See Monday.

10:30 a.m. Total Body Fit LiteThis is a total body workout designed for everyone, with seated and standingexercises. Start with some light cardiomoves, then work your muscles, at yourpace, to strengthen and tone. Cost $3


ALL CLASSES ARE 45 MINUTES LONG

Thank you for being a part of Mather’s—More Than a Café

Mather’s—More Than a Café customers tell us they love thesense of community, well-being,and exploration they experienceat our locations. The Cafés are a part of Mather LifeWays—a unique, non-denominationalnot-for-profit organizationfounded more than 75 years ago and dedicated to developingand implementing Ways to Age Well.SM

We are looking to the kindness and caring of people like you to help us continue to provideour quality (and fun!) lessons,lectures, and entertainment.Please join our family of donorswith a gift of $25, $50, $100, orany amount that is right for you.You’ll see your generosity atwork every time you walkthrough our door.

Your tax-deductible gift can be made in person at anyMather’s—More Than a Café, or by mail to:

Mather Possibilities1603 Orrington AvenueSuite 1800Evanston, IL 60201

Please make your check payable toMather Possibilities and indicate“Café” on the memo line.

SAVE ON FITNESS CLASSES!Ask our receptionist for an

Exercise Enthusiast Card—it allows you to earn a free fitness class of your choice after you attend 20.

Curious about our on-site fitness center? Sign up for a free orientation on the first Wednesday of any month. (See page 12 for details.)

Check us out—we’re friendly, nonjudgmental, and free!


MONDAY11:00 a.m. Chair MassagePamper yourself with a relaxing 20-minute massage. Takes place 2nd &4th Monday of each month. Cost $18

1:00 p.m. Rummikub®Try this game that combines elements of rummy, dominoes, mah-jongg, andchess. FREE

2:00 p.m. Women’s Discussion GroupCalling all women! Join us to discuss avariety of topics significant to women,from health to politics, and from personal to global. FREE

TUESDAY9:00 a.m. Bowling GroupBowl with us at Brunswick Zone, 7333 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles. Free shoe rental. Cost $6 for threegames, payable at the lanes

9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)Meet with a trained counselor to get questions answered, completeMedicare forms, settle current claims, or apply for Benefits Access. Appointment required. FREE

12:30 p.m. PinochleLearn or play the game. FREE

2:30 p.m. Mather’s Music EnsembleSinging with others fills the soul. Come fill yours with song each week.Concerts/performances are scheduledthroughout the year. FREE

WEDNESDAY11:00 a.m. Fitness Center OrientationRequired for anyone who wants to use the fitness center. Takes place 1stWednesday of each month. FREE

1:00 p.m. Social WorkerBenita Lackajs, LCSW, will be availablefor individual sessions. Appointment required. FREE

1:00 p.m. Crochet/Knitting ClassLearn basic to advanced crochet andknitting techniques. No experience necessary. Donations of yarn are alwayswelcome. Suggested Donation $2 per class

THURSDAY10:45 a.m. Scrabble Join fellow word-lovers in this classicboard game. FREE

11:00 a.m. RTA PassesApply for or renew your reduced fare cards, subject to pre-approval.(Mather’s provides processing only.)Takes place 1st & 4th Thursday of each month. FREE

1:00 p.m. Tea Time Rich Lang, Discussion Facilitator Join Rich and friends for stimulatingconversation. A local historian andpopular presenter at Mather’s, Richleads a welcoming, nonjudgmentalchat on life, personal exploration, andmore. Takes place 2nd & 4th Thursdayof each month. All are welcome! FREE

1:00 p.m. Birthday CelebrationCelebrate with others who have birthdays this month! Come for cupcakes, fun, and games. Takes place last Thursday of each month.FREE

1:00 p.m. Red Hat SocietyTakes place 2nd Thursday of each month.

FRIDAY11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Blood Pressure ScreeningFREE

12:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” IvanIvan Rivera, DJ for Mather’s in PortagePark, will spin your favorite songs. Allrequests welcome. Takes place 1st, 2nd& 3rd Friday of each month. FREE

1:30–3:00 p.m. Café con OvieJoin Señor Ovie for a cup of café tolearn more about the programming atMather’s—More Than a Café or brushup on your Español. Takes place 3rd Friday of each month. FREE

2:00 p.m. KaraokeTakes place 4th Friday of each month.FREE

ONGOING EVENTS

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Monday, October 211:00 a.m. Drawing for Everyone! . . . . 5

Tuesday, October 3TRIP: Mather’s—More Than a Café in Chatham: Tour, Lunch & More!. . . . . 412:30 p.m. Stories from the Holy Land . . 6

Wednesday, October 411:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:The Majesty of Madrid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 811:00 a.m. Fitness Center Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, October 510:00–11:00 a.m. Feel Secure to Explore: How to Take Control of Your Digital Footprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 11:00 a.m. RTA Passes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Friday, October 612:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, October 911:00 a.m. Chair Massage. . . . . . . . . . . 12

Tuesday, October 1011:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: A Taste of Fall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Wednesday, October 1111:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Switzerland’s Great Cities . . . . . . . . . . . . 81:00 p.m. History of Halloween . . . . . . . 6

Thursday, October 12Meal Special: Comfort Food . . . . . . . . . . 9 10:00–11:00 a.m. Intro to Digital Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 1:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 1:00 p.m. Red Hat Society . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, October 1312:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. Make Democracy Work: A Civics Lesson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, October 1611:00 a.m. Paint with Val . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512:30 p.m. Medicare Open Enrollment Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole . . . 5

Tuesday, October 1712:30 p.m. Haunted Homes: Our Otherworldly Guests & Neighbors. . . . 6

Wednesday, October 1811:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Venice: City of Dreams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81:00 p.m. Pilsen: My Neighborhood . . . 62:00 p.m. Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, October 191:00 p.m. Forensics & Television . . . . . . 62:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Friday, October 2012:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:30–3:00 p.m. Café con Ovie . . . . . . . 122:00–3:30 p.m. Contemporary Tarot: In a Nutshell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66:30 p.m. “Jivan” Ivan’s Friday NightDance Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Monday, October 2311:00 a.m. Chair Massage. . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Vein Care Screening . . . . . . . . 4

OCTOBER

October | November | December At-a-Glance

WEEKLY EVENTSMonday9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit. . . . . . . . 111:00 p.m. Rummikub . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. Women’s DiscussionGroup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Tuesday9:00 a.m. Bowling Group . . . . . 129:00 a.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . 1210:00 a.m. Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . 1111:00 a.m. Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1112:30 p.m. Pinochle . . . . . . . . . . . 122:30 p.m. Mather’s MusicEnsemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday9:30 a.m. Worth the Weight . . . 1110:30 a.m. Tai Chi . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111:00 p.m. Social Worker . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Crochet/Knitting Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Thursday8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . 119:45 a.m. Brains & Balance . . . . 1110:45 a.m. Scrabble . . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m. Fitness Plus with Beth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Friday9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit . . . . . . . 1110:30 a.m. Total Body Fit Lite . . 1111:00 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12


Tuesday, October 2412:30 p.m. Sidewalk Talk: A Listening Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Wednesday, October 2511:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Budapest: The Best of Hungary . . . . . . . 81:00 p.m. Cook County Hospital ICU. . . 7

Thursday, October 2610:00–11:00 a.m. Computer Basics . . . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 12:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe DrivingCourse, Day 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71:00 p.m. Birthday Celebration . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, October 2712:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe DrivingCourse, Day 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72:00 p.m. Karaoke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Tuesday, October 3112:30 p.m. Halloween Luncheon featuring Rick Pickren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Wednesday, November 111:00 a.m. Fitness Center Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Prague. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 812:30 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Homemade Ricotta. . . . . . . . . . 92:00 p.m. Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, November 210:00–11:00 a.m. Intro to Online Banking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 11:00 a.m. RTA Passes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m. Painting Apple BlossomsWine Glasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Friday, November 312:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. The Mather Jammers . . . . . . . 3

Monday, November 611:00 a.m. Drawing for Everyone! . . . . 51:00 p.m. A Memoir of Love. . . . . . . . . . . 7

Tuesday, November 712:30 p.m. What’s Going on with Homeland Security? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, November 811:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Munich and the Foothills of the Alps. . 81:00 p.m. Songs of the Old West. . . . . . 8

Thursday, November 9Meal Special: Lumberjack Breakfast . . 910:00–11:00 a.m. The Wonderful Worldof YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 1:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Red Hat Society . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, November 1012:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. Gangland Chicago . . . . . . . . . . 8

Monday, November 1311:00 a.m. Paint with Val . . . . . . . . . . . . . 511:00 a.m. Chair Massage. . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole . . . 5

Tuesday, November 1412:30 p.m. Medicare Open Enrollment Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Wednesday, November 1512:30 p.m. Thanksgiving Luncheon with L. J. Slavin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Thursday, November 161:00 p.m. Christmas Bracelet Making . . 52:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Friday, November 1712:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:30–3:00 p.m. Café con Ovie . . . . . . . 126:30 p.m. Evening at Mather’s Featuring Hugo’s Elvis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Monday, November 201:00 p.m. Discover Puerto Rico through Music & Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Tuesday, November 2111:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: Thanksgiving Feast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Wednesday, November 2211:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Barcelona and Catalunya . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82:00 p.m. Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, November 23CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday, November 24CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Shopping Day!

Monday, November 2711:00 a.m. Chair Massage. . . . . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday, November 29TRIP: Escape to Margaritaville . . . . . . . . . 411:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Travel Europe:Paris: Regal and Intimate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81:00 p.m. Mather’s Connections Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, November 3010:00–11:00 a.m. Uber & Lyft . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 12:30 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Chicken Vesuvio . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91:00 p.m. Birthday Celebration . . . . . . 12

Every Thursday in December, enjoy bottomless $1 mugs of old-fashionedstovetop hot chocolate!

Friday, December 112:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, December 411:00 a.m. Drawing for Everyone! . . . . 51:00 p.m. Medicare Made Clear . . . . . . . 4

Tuesday, December 59:30 a.m. Mather’s Music Ensemble Holiday Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

NOVEMBER

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Wednesday, December 611:00 a.m. Fitness Center Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1212:30 p.m. Mather’s Cookie-Off! . . . . . . 9

Thursday, December 7CAFÉ CLOSED – All-Employee Meeting

Friday, December 8Magazine Release Day! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meal Special: All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry!. . 9 12:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, December 1111:00 a.m. Ornament Painting . . . . . . . 511:00 a.m. Chair Massage. . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole . . . 5

Tuesday, December 1212:30 p.m. Wreath Decorating Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Wednesday, December 1312:30 p.m. Holiday Jazz Luncheon . . . . 3

Thursday, December 14TRIP: The Christmas Schooner . . . . . . . . . 4 10:00–11:00 a.m. Wikipedia: The Modern Encyclopedia. . . . . . . . . . . 10 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10 11:00 a.m. Make a Snow Globe . . . . . . . 51:00 p.m. Red Hat Society . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, December 1512:00–2:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:30–3:00 p.m. Café con Ovie . . . . . . . 127:00 p.m. Evening at Mather’s Featuring a Benefit Concert by the Dynamics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Monday, December 1811:00 a.m. Paint with Val . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Tuesday, December 1911:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: Christmas Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Wednesday, December 2011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Greek Islands . . . 812:30 p.m. Mather’s Game Day . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, December 2110:00–11:00 a.m. E-mail 101: Yahoo. . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 10

Friday, December 222:00 p.m. Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Monday, December 25 CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Holidays!

Tuesday, December 2612:30 p.m. Movie Showcase: Whiskey Tango Foxtrot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Wednesday, December 27 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Vienna . . . . . . . . 812:30 p.m. Movie Showcase: Manchester by the Sea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92:00 p.m. Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, December 2810:00–11:00 a.m. E-mail 101: Gmail. . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Tech Help . . . . 101:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Birthday Celebration . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Movie Showcase: Chicago. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Friday, December 2911:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Mather’s NewYear’s Eve Eve Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Mather’s Chicagoland Locations7134 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago, IL3235 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL33 E. 83rd Street, Chicago, ILFor information, please call (888) 600.2560.

Mather LifeWays opened Mather’s—More Than a Café in2000. Mather LifeWays enhances the lives of older adults by creating Ways to Age Well.SM

important information

TRIPS: Full payment is due at time of registration. After thetrip deadline has passed, no refunds will be issued unlessyour reservation can be filled.

WAIVERS: Participants registering for any programs involving physical activity and trips/tours must sign the Waiver of Liability available at the Café prior to participation.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION: When registering for anevent, please notify the Café of any special accommoda-tions needed.

DisclaimersGENERAL DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed by presenters are their own and do not reflect the views ofMather LifeWays or any of the sponsoring organizations.

PHOTOGRAPHY DISCLAIMER: Mather’s uses pictures ofevents and participants to inform others about these opportunities. Some pictures may be used on our Facebookpage. If you do not want your picture taken, please tellour photographer.

HEALTHY LIVING DISCLAIMERMather’s—More Than a Café implemented a members-only process for all its fitness programs in order to complywith City of Chicago licensing rules. Mather’s fitness pro-grams will be available only to Mather’s members. Thereis no charge for this membership, no paperwork for youto complete, and no ID card or badge. The next time youcheck in with the Café receptionist, simply confirm yourfitness membership. If you are a new visitor, please signup for this free membership at the front desk. At any timeif you do not wish to be enrolled, please contact the CaféManager or receptionist.

LESSONS & LECTURES DISCLAIMERIn order to comply with City of Chicago licensing rules,lessons and lectures other than computer classes and fitness programs will have a suggested donation. We hopeyou will make the suggested voluntary donations so wemay continue to bring high-quality programs to Mather’s.Any donations are purely voluntary and can even be deducted from your income taxes!

ENTERTAINMENT DISCLAIMEREntertainment is available to all customers regardless of meal purchase. We hope you will make the suggesteddonation so we may continue to bring high-quality programs to Mather’s. Any donations are purely voluntaryand can even be deducted from your income taxes!Mather’s—More Than a Café does reserve the right to reserve seating for those customers purchasing the Dinner Theater Menu and/or meals.

Mather LifeWays is committed to helping Earth Age Well. Please recycle.

For general questions or input, contact Café manager Jeff Rose

at (773) 205.3307 or [email protected].

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Research shows us that happier people tend to reporthaving better physical health, greater psychological well-being, more fulfilling relationships, and a deepersense of purpose. Fortunately, you can increase yourhappiness by savoring positive experiences. At Mather’s—More Than a Café, we build happiness with a variety of ways to be social, get active, and learn something new.Here are 10 savoring strategies (plus a bonus strategy) you can start using today to boost your happiness!

10 TIPS TO BOOST

YOURHAPPINESS

Say “Thank You.” Choose someone who has had a positive impact on yourlife and write them a letter expressing your gratitude.

Treat Yourself to Learning Something New.Regularly schedule uninterrupted time to focus on ahobby or learn a new skill.

Increase Your Appreciation. You can avoid taking good things for granted byimagining what it would be like if you lost them. Try skipping your afternoon coffee or sweets for aweek—you’ll savor them more after the break.

Snap a Picture.For the next 30 days, take one photograph a day ofsomething you find interesting, beautiful, meaningful,or enjoyable.

Put on Your Walking Shoes.Take a 15- to 20-minute walk each day where you onlyfocus on positive things. Actively search for things thatbring out joy, awe, curiosity, or contentment.

Redirect Your Thinking.When you catch yourself dwelling on negativethoughts, intentionally shift your mind to a morepositive topic or perform a random act of kindness.

Challenge Yourself. Set specific, achievable goals that you can completewithin a month. When you reach your milestone,make a point to recognize and celebrate your success.

Take a New Approach. Sharpen your senses to savor positive experiences in new ways. Close your eyes when you’re enjoyingyour favorite music.

Put on a Happy Face. Even if you’re feeling a little down, acting like you’re ina good mood by smiling and laughing can help improveyour mood. Acting happy can lead to actual happiness.

End the Day on a Bright Note. At the end of each day, take a few moments to thinkof three positive things that happened that day.

BONUS STRATEGY:Phone a Friend.

You don’t have to be alone when you try these out—invite a friend or family member to join you on yourdaily walk, or even learn something new together.

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These tips are based on research by Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging, an area of service of Mather LifeWays, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancingthe lives of older adults by creating Ways to Age WellSM. Staffed by nationally recognized researchers, the Institute is an award-winning resource for research andinformation about wellness, aging, trends in senior living, and successful aging service innovations.

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