WRCU-15-24553 WU Catalog Covers 2016

Spring SemesterJANUARY THROUGH APRIL

2016

Courses Faculty Day & Time Locations

Aldrich Museum Outing Clare Champman Thursday, January 7th 10:00AM Departing Main Lounge

Animals on the Move Animal Embassy Tuesday, January 19th Springs Lounge

All Programs 2:00PM Monday, February 1st Auditorium

Wednesday March 9th Gardens Lounge

Aqua Zumba Cindy McGuire Monday, 10:30AM Fitness Center

Bible Talk Reverend David Rowe1st & 3rd Thursdays of the Month,

3:30PMInterfaith Chapel

Climate ChangesEnvironmentalist Russell

BrennemanSunday, January 24th 3:00PM Auditorium

Like humans, animals have many methods of locomotion. We get from place to place by walking, running, flying on airplanes and driving in cars. Some of us use other methods to move around such as wheelchairs, scooters, bicycles and walkers. Animals too have a variety of ways to get where they need to go! Animals swim, glide, dig, slither, climb, jump and hop. They move for many reasons such as to find food and to escape predators. We will meet Animal Ambassadors representing different methods of locomotion such as an Alligator Snapping turtle, a Eurasian Eagle owl or a Lovebird, a Green Tree Frog, a Sinaloan Milk Snake and a Rabbit.

Zumba is one of the hottest fitness trends and we're taking these dance moves to the pool! This fitness class integrates the Zumba formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness. Join us for splashing, stretching, twisting, and even shouting and laughing. Sign up in the fitness center. For $30 you will be registered for 10 classes. *Must be Fitness Center Member to participate.

Join Reverend David Rowe for these interactive, spiritual discussions where we review Biblical stories and discuss how they relate to our lives today. All are welcome to attend and participate in this thought-provoking class.

Environmentalist Russell Brenneman will discuss the importance of climate change and its impacts on our lives.

Founded by Larry Aldrich in 1964, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum is dedicated to fostering the work of innovative artists whose interpretations of the world around us serve as a platform to encourage creative thinking. The Aldrich is one of the few independent, non-collecting contemporary art museums in the United States and the only museum in Connecticut devoted to contemporary art, and engages its diverse audiences with thought-provoking, interdisciplinary exhibitions and programs.


Coloring isn’t just for kids! Kayti Meehan Tuesday, January 19th at 10:00AM Main Lounge

Comparative Religion Through Art and Music

Rabbi SuriThursdays at 2:00PM on January 28th, February 18th, and March

17thAuditorium

Computer Classes Catherine Smit Tuesday, 11:00AM & 3:00PM Computer Room

Computer Safety Catherine Smit Thursday, March 31st 11:00AM Auditorium

Conversational French Marjolijn de Jager, PhDWednesday, January 13th,

February 17th, and March 9th, April 13th at 3:30PM

2nd Floor Lounge

Cooking Demonstration Chief Michael See Dates Below W Lounge

Thursday, March 31st - Love Peanut Butter? Come learn how to make a simple dessert using this key ingredient.

This semester, Chef Michael and Pradheep will be focusing on different dishes that are simple and easy for anyone to try at home. Each month they will have a different theme to acknowledge the seasons.Thursday, January 14th - Chocolate dessert cooking demo that will satisfy that sweet tooth. Thursday, February 25th - Learn how to make a simple snack that is healthy for the heart.

It’s been proven to be beneficial to adults; stimulating your senses, creativity and allowing your body and mind to relax. So please join me to enjoy coloring beautiful designs and learning about colors and shading.

The Great Religions of the World, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism, each have their own unique rituals, practices and core beliefs. While they are different, all of these faiths share the common goal of helping us find meaning in our lives. Often the meaning of religion is illustrated potently and poignantly through its art and music. This course will look at religion through the lens of art and music.

Join Catherine every Tuesday in our computer room to learn all the tools you need utilize a computer. Come in with questions regarding simple operations, to the internet and social media. Each week Catherine will discuss a different topic such as utilizing social media, editing your pictures, learning Excel spreadsheets, and learning tricks for researching information on the internet.

Catherine will go over guidelines in using your computer safely. From password protection, safe online shopping, and learning how to identify spam with ease.

Whether you are a novice or an expert anyone can join the conversation and learn how to speak French. Conversational French is fun and easy to do. Join educator and professional translator Marjolijn for comprehensive study of the French Language.


Cranium Crunch Tess Dube3rd Friday, Every Month at

2:00PMSprings Lounge

Diabetic Nutrition TalkCindy McGuire & Pooja

GuptaFriday, January 15th 2:30PM Main Lounge

Drawing What You See Clare Chapman Fridays at 11:00PM & 1:30PM Art Studio

Drum Circle Lydia Smith 2:30PM on January 12th, February 9th, March 13th

Inn Lounge

Exploring Women of the Bible

Tess Dube1st Friday of the month at

11:00AMHealth Center

Thursday, February 11th at 11:00AM

Inn Lounge

Thursday, February 11th at 2:00PM

Auditorium

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, each year one in three adults age 65 and older will suffer a fall. There are effective ways to reduce your risk of falling including exercise, diet and in-home modifications. But what do you do once you have fallen? How can you reduce the risk of further injury? Join Charlene as she shares simple and effective tips and provides answers to your questions.

Drawing is the foundation of any visual art form. You will be inspired to draw the world around you with guidance from an experienced instructor. Develop your natural talents, discover new ideas, and improve your artistic skills. Drawing is an activity of searching and exploring, and it can be a very pleasant past time. Materials provided. Beginners and accomplished artists are welcome!

Lydia Smith is a Therapeutic Music instructor. She will bring drums of all shapes and sizes as well as many other percussion instruments you may never have seen. Lydia will have a new lesson plan for each class. All you need to bring is yourself and love for music!

In both the Old and New Testament there are a number of women who we can learn from and draw inspiration from. Learn more about the interesting lives of the many women of the Bible and the men who influenced them. Our discussions will bring us back to the times they lived in, and the societies they were a part of.

Do you love a challenge? If so this class is for you! Challenge your brain in different ways each month with a variety of mentally stimulating puzzles that will keep you on your toes!

Pooja, our Assistant Director of Nursing will discuss the importance of proper nutrition in Diabetes I & II. Please come with any questions you would like answered.

Exercise Your Right To Not Fall

Charlene Hancock, OTR


Federal Judge Alan H. Nevas Talk

Federal Judge Alan H. Nevas

Sunday, January 17th at 3:00PM Auditorium

Feed the Soul Catherine Mondays at 11:00AM Gardens

Finger Lake Wines Kristin Butler Thursday, March 10th at 4:00PM W Lounge

Fire Prevention Discussion Evan Hazelton Tuesday, March 15th at 2:00PM Auditorium

Fun Aerobics Cindy McGuire Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:30AM Fitness Center

Great Irish Hunger Museum- Outing

Catherine Smit Tuesday, March 8th 1:00PM Departing Main Lounge

Handmade Greeting Cards Kayti Meehan Tuesday, March 8th Main Lounge

Federal Judge Alans Nevas, one of fewer than 200 appointed for life by the president of the United States, will talk to us about some of the hundreds of cases he has presided over involving everything from murder to gang warfare to sexual crimes against children.

Each Monday Catherine will pick a couple of up-lifting stories to read and have a group discussion. Have a favorite short story you want to share? Let Catherine know!

Our Executive Director, Kristin Butler, is a native of upstate New York. Join her as she takes you on an exploration of wines from the Finger Lakes.

This fitness class is a 45 minute, low impact aerobic and strength training class. The class begins with a standing warm up followed by at least 10 minutes of low impact aerobic moves. The rest of the class works on strengthening legs, arms, chest & back using hand held weights. Each movement is done slowly and precisely. Studies show that building strength & endurance keeps you young! Join us in a group where you can go at your own pace & reap the rewards of improved body fitness!

Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of visual art, artifacts and printed materials relating to the starvation and forced emigration that occurred throughout Ireland from 1845 to 1850. Works by noted contemporary Irish artists are featured, as well as a number of important 19th and 20th-century paintings. Begun in 1997, this dynamic collection continues to grow.

Enjoy making a friend’s birthday card, seasonal card or a card just to say “hi”. Various types and colors of card, paper and ribbons are used! So come join Kayti in being creative and have some fun!

Join Evan Hazelton as he discusses the importance of fire safety. Evan will show a video on the dangers of extension cords and elaborate on what you can do to keep your home safe.


Health & WellnessMarilyn Diamondstone,

Josi RussellThird Thursday of every month at

2:30PMMain Lounge

Health TalkMario Alteus-RN & Karyn

Doherty-LPNSee Dates Below - All Health Talks

Start at 10:30AMInn Lounge

Home Cinema Group: Foreign Film Review

Home Cinema Group of Westport

One Saturday a Month, Dates to be Announced

Auditorium

Hill-stead Museum Clare Chapman Tuesday, January 19th 10:00AM Departing Main Lounge

History of Absinthe Marketing Team Tuesday, March 1st 3:00PM W Lounge

Introduction to Color Mixing & Color Theory

Sue Chrien Thursdays at 10:30AM Art Studio

Calling all movie lovers. Join the Home Cinema Group of Westport as they bring you award winning films from around the country. After viewing the movie join in on the discussion reviewing techniques and semiotics found throughout these films.

Hill-Stead is the first architectural project of Theodate Pope Riddle (1867-1946), fourth registered female architect in the country, early proponent of historic preservation and caretaker of the family art collection. Designed as a country home for Theodate’s parents, Alfred and Ada Pope, the 33,000 square foot, 1901 Colonial Revival mansion has welcomed over 870,000 visitors since opening to the public. This trip will include a tour of the Museum as well as lunch afterwards.

Join Ann Sertl, Denise Rozelle and Oli Uberti to learn the history of Absinthe, often called “The Green Fairy”. Find out why it was banned in the United States until 2007 and enjoy a small taste of this mysterious beverage.

Wednesday, January 20th - Importance of Eye Health

Wednesday, February 17th - Giving Love to Heart HealthWednesday, March 23rd - Looking into Diabetic Health Facts

Join resident and Art Educator Susan Chrien in a course geared toward beginners. Susan will teach you everything you need to know regarding color mixing as it relates to simple still life through the use of tempera paints.

The path to well-being is one that many of us travel. In this class we will hear the latest in medical breakthrough and share personal experience and be practices impacting you. Topics including diet, fitness routines and cognition will also be covered. Join us to become a more educated advocate or your own sense of well-being.


Islamic Faith Resident Karim Seyal Sunday, January 3rd at 3:00PM Auditorium

Fredrica Brenneman TalkJuvenile Court Judge Fredrica Brenneman

Sunday, January 10th at 3:00PM Auditorium

Knitting Group Mary Scoran Thursdays at 10:00AM 4th Floor Lounge

Literature that Feeds our Faith

Reverend David Rowe 1st and 3rd Mondays at 10:30AM 2nd Floor Lounge

Love Potion #9 JenniferThursday, February 11th at

2:00PMInn Lounge

Maritime Aquarium Tess Dube Thursday, January 21st 1:00PM Departing Springs Entrance

Mid Morning Stretch Kayti Meehan Mondays at 11:00AM Inn Lounge

Get face to face with sharks, stingrays, and otters and tour the Maritime Aquarium with Tess Dube, learn what happens behind the scenes and get an insight marine life.

Learn a safe and beneficial way to stretch and strengthen your body in this body fitness class. Kayti will lead us in a number of controlled movements, many of which can be performed in a chair. Improve your strength, flexibility, stamina and overall feeling of wellbeing with this class.

Our neighbor Karim Seyal will discuss his Islamic faith and his Muslim background and answer our questions about both.

Judge Brenneman will discuss her fascinating cases and how they inspired her actress daughter Amy Brenneman to create the hit TV series “Judging Amy”.

This class offers the opportunity to give back to the children in our community by providing hand- crafted hats and mittens. Join the members of our knitting group as they put their heart and soul into creating over 500 hats and mittens. Each year the knitting group at The Watermark donates these items to Bridgeport non-profit organizations which benefit children ages 5-12. It doesn't matter if you are an expert knitter or someone who is just starting out. This group is open to both men and women.

Explore familiar literature and the exciting connections to the big issues we all face--life, hope, anger and fear. In this class the discussions may range from the struggles in the Middle East to Civil Rights, individual struggles and finding the meaning of relationships.

Learn to make this love cocktail, just in time for the National Holiday of Love/Valentine's Day.


Mindful Meditation Clare Chapman Fridays January 8th & 29th;

February 12th & 26th; March 11th & 25th; April 8th & 29th

Fitness Center

Muscle Stimulation Cindy McGuire Every Monday at 2:30PM Gardens Lounge

Not Yet Dead Poets Society - Outing

Resident Writers Sunday, April 24th at 2:30PM Departing Main Lounge

Nutrition Talk Karen Novak Tuesday, March 15th at 11:00AM Auditorium

Parkinson's Disease Dr. Kadimi Tuesday, April 26th at 12:00PM Auditorium

Rise & Fall of the British Empire

John Calhoun Mondays in February at 3:15PM Auditorium

Silver Sneakers® Classic Kayti MeehanTuesday and Thursday from

12:45PM-1:45PMFitness Center

Meditation helps to quiet the mind; thus, reducing stress, worry and the anxieties of day to day life. Cultivate this practice by using the breathe to train the mind to be present and experience overall well-being.

Stimulate your muscles with this hands on exercise program designed to increase blood flow and circulation throughout all parts of the body. This program incorporates music, yoga and massage without having to get up from your seat. Muscle Stimulation is great energy booster and ideal for all fitness levels.

Join our resident writers presentation of poems, essays, and short stories at the Stratford Library. The residents of the Watermark will be hosting this event lets show them our support!

Karen Novak will discuss general Nutrition tips, in honor of National Nutrition Month.

Dr. Kadimi will explain Parkinson's disease and go over any questions you may want answered

Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a Silver Sneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support. This program is designed for all levels of fitness.

At its peak in the early 20th century, Britain's empire was the largest in the history of the world, greater even than that of ancient Rome. It embraced more than a fourth of the world's population and affected the course of Western civilization in ways almost too numerous to imagine.


Cindy McGuireWednesday & Friday from 10:30-

11:30AM

Kayti MeehanTuesday and Thursday from

5:30PM-6:30PM

Strength Training Sue Kennedy Saturday at 8:30AM Fitness Center

Stretch and Balance ClassCindy McGuire & Kayti

MeehanMonday, Wednesday, Friday

12:00PMFitness Center

Thursdays at 11:00AM Fitness CenterWednesdays at 2:30PM Inn Lounge

The Great Courses: The 30 Greatest Orchestral Works

John Calhoun Saturdays at 10:30AM Auditorium

AuditoriumInn

Tai Chi Tim Regan

Tai Chi is a low impact exercise that promotes balance, strength, flexibility, circulation and stress relief through close attention to slow, graceful movement. This class at Watermark 3030 is designed for seniors, including both sitting and standing exercises based on the classical Tai Chi movements and simple Qigong health exercises that have long been an integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Beethoven, Mozart, Brahms, and Shostakovich are among the twenty-two composers featured in this new lecture series. Professor and Composer Robert Greenberg, lecture at the countries most prestigious musical organizations. Orchestral Works is presented with background sketches of each composer and his music. Come join John Calhoun as he leads us in a discussion about the Greatest Orchestral Works.

The History of Fairfield County

Historian Walt Matis Dates TBA

Fairfield Museum Historian Walt Matis is starting the Fall semester with a look back at Fairfield and Fairfield County's History in celebration of Fairfield's 375.

Join us as we focus on stretching our upper and lower bodies. The emphasis will be on working our major muscle groups in this class. Stretch and Balance class is a great way to improve both balance and posture.

Learn the proper technique and form using handheld weights in a more personal setting. 2-4 participants are needed to conduct the class and the cost varies per group. There is a $40 fee for 6 weeks. *Must be a member of the Fitness Center to participate.

Splash Fitness Pool

Splash Fitness is a safe, water exercise class that is geared toward toning muscles and improving endurance and agility. We'll stretch, we'll play, and we'll have fun! Class begins with a warm-up, water walking, then we isolate muscle strengthening routines, including lower body, upper body, and abdominal exercises. Sign-up in the fitness center. *Must be a member of the Fitness Center to participate (NOTE: The first class is complimentary, then it is $25 for 10 classes thereafter)


Things We Treasure Tess Dube Mondays at 10:30AM Inn Lounge

Timeline /Lifeline Tess Dube Tuesdays at 11:00AM Springs Lounge

Tragic Royal Love Stories Mona GarciaProgram is Scheduled for Dates

Listed Below at 2:30PMAuditorium

Two Roads Brewery History Dr. Bartholomew Wednesday, January 27th 3:30PM Auditorium

Two Roads Brewery - Outing Cindy McGuire Tuesday, February 16th 2:00PM Departing Main Lounge

Walk For Life Kayti Meehan Mondays at 10:00AM Fitness Center

Watercolor Mandala Painting

Clare Chapman Fridays at 2:30PM Gardens

Thursday, May 19th - Franz Ferdinand and Sophie, Duchess of Hohenberg

Dr. Kirk Bartholomew, a molecular geneticist, will explain how Microbrewery, Two Roads' beer developed.

Two Roads isn’t just the logo on our brewery building, it’s our philosophy. Life always seems to offer up two ways to go. - Two Roads Brewery Take a tour of the local brewery and see hour microbreweries make beer!

Walk for Life is a walking fitness program that can be done casually or competitively. It is an effective strategy for lifelong health. Studies have shown that walking at a leisurely pace can greatly reduce the risk of heart disease. Walking briskly can boost your immune system as well as other great benefits such as balance & stamina. Participants will log their miles & time.

Monthly art therapy sessions will explore painting Mandala with watercolors. This is a soothing process that can't stimulate thoughts, unlock memories and promote social interaction. Mandala is the ancient Sanskrit word for circle and has been used by artists for centuries to symbolize completeness and self-unity.

The decades of our lives will be explored starting with the 1920’s and continuing through to the year 2000. The Roaring Twenties, World War I, The Great Depression and World War II are just a beginning of what this course will cover. All who attend are encouraged to share their insight and memories of these great events of our lifetime.

Wednesday, February 3rd - Napoleon and Josephine Wednesday, March 16th - Princess Charlotte and Princess Leopold Thursday, April 21st - Emperor Franz Josef and Empress Elisabeth

Many of us hold on to mementoes throughout our lives. This class will give everyone the opportunity to share these precious belongings and the story behind them with friends. We can learn a great deal about each other and our treasured possessions in this class.


Wonders of the National Parks

John Calhoun Saturdays in February 10:30AM Auditorium

Who Am I? Tess Dube Mondays at 10:30AM Inn Lounge

Wine Tasting Jennifer Rodriguez Every third Tuesday of the Month Inn Lounge

Wine Travel John HaightProgram is Scheduled for Dates

Listed Below at 2:00PMW Lounge

Yoga Stretch Clare Chapman Fridays at 10:00AM Inn Lounge

You've Got To Have Heart Cindy McGuire Friday, February 19th at 2:30PM Main Lounge

In this class we'll be using our imagination and creativity to pretend to be a historic or famous figure. At first the clues are difficult, but the more clues we reveal, the easier it will be for others to guess which famous figure you have in mind. In a recent session, the most clever clues were “I am not a human or animal but I am in the entertainment world.” They followed that with “I am only three feet tall.” He was Charlie McCarthy, a wooden puppet! See if you can stump your friends in this educational, interactive program.

Explore a variety of wines and ales. Learn how century old techniques and origin of each recipe affects flavor and texture. This class we will lead us through different autumn wines and which wines go well with certain meals this time of the season.

Would you like to travel on a wine trail without ever having to leave home? We will be exploring our very own wine trail here through our "Wine Travel" classes. This class will lead us through different countries, regions and local vineyards exploring the differences between various ports.

Yoga is the practice of bringing mind, body and spirit together. Through a series of postures and breathing techniques, you will become supple and balanced. The class ends with relaxation and meditation which will put you in touch with your inner peace. With regular practice, strength and flexibility of mind and body become a part of your lifestyle.

This presentation is about the anatomy of the heart and how the blood circulates through the circulatory system. Where does the blood go when it leaves the heart and how does the blood return back to the heart? Come learn about this fascinating muscle.

National parks have made these magnificent reminders of the awe-inspiring power of our planet accessible to everyone. Today, there is no better education in the remarkable forces that formed our world than a tour of the national parks of North America. These parks capture a special place in our hearts and draw millions of tourists each year.


Tuesdays at 1:00PM GardensTuesdays at 1:30PM Fitness Center

Guest Bios:

Zumba Gold is a new "Latin Dance Craze" that is easy to do and so much fun! Learn step by step how to Zumba with friends. Don't be left out - come by and Zumba!

Build On is a non-profit organization that is working through service and education. At Central High school, Build On is engaging more than 50 students to do service within their local community, making connections with residents of Fairfield County. This year, Central has already worked with youth, elderly, city beautification projects, community gardens and even marches to promote non-violence and the importance of education. Build On students are dedicating time to gain valuable experiences and life lessons partnering with residents at The Watermark and are looking forward to facilitating a variety of Watermark offerings.

Clare Chapman is an award-winning artist living in Woodbury, Connecticut, whose work has been exhibited regionally and nationally. In addition to being an independent artist, she works as an art therapist with a concentration in therapeutic arts based programming for people with dementia.She received a Bachelors in Fine Art from Marymount College and a Masters in Art Therapy from Albertus Magnus College.

Jon Haight has worked as a wine retailer, consultant, wine journalist, and as a wine educator. For over 20 years he has taught wine appreciation classes at the University of New Haven and is also a Certified Spanish Wine Educator. Jon has traveled to many of the world's greatest wine producing regions and has been making wine for over 25 years. Currently Jon runs weekly educational tastings at a wine shop, does public and private classes throughout Connecticut and conducts wine classes at Jones Winery.

Kayti Meehan began training to be a group exercise instructor in 1999, after the birth of her second son. She received her National Certification from the Aerobics and Fitness Association (AFAA) in March 2001. In the same year she became a certified teacher of the Silver Sneakers Fitness Program. Silver Sneakers is the nation's leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults.In 2004 she received the AFAA Personal Training Certification enabling her to train individual clients and customize workout programs specifically to their needs and fitness goals. In the past ten years she has completed numerous workshops enabling her to teach a wide variety of group exercise classes to all ages including: mat science (Pilates), aqua aerobics, stretch and flexibility, cardio circuit, resistance training and step aerobics.

Suzanne PalazziZumba Gold


Resident Bios:

Marilyn Diamondstone, was a Nurse and Social Worker. She has one daughter and three granddaughters in Westport. Marilyn has two cats named Pumpkin and Precious. Since moving to 3030 Marilyn has been involved in 3 fundraisers raising over 4k to benefit local charities. Marilyn is an Ambassador, the Head Librarian, the Vice President of the Resident Council and Chair person Health & Wellness committee In her spare time she enjoys spending time with friends.

Susan Kennedy joined us as a fitness instructor in the Vitality Fitness Center a few months ago. She resides in Trumbull with her husband and two children. Her certification is with A.C.E. (American Council on Exercise) and with A.F.A.A. (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) as a personal trainer. She is also certified with Yoga fit and Youth Fitness through A.C.E. Her experience and education covers a range of interests, including women’s strength training, BOSU training and has taught and trained clients in various settings for 10 years. She believes in principles and programs that work safely and effectively to promote better health through physical activity.

Suzanne Palazzi settled in the states from England after traveling the globe as a professional dancer. She took her first Zumba Training workshop with Tanya Beardsley and was truly inspired by her! "I try to bring her energy and attitude to every class I teach!" Suzanne's certifications include AFAA, CPR, and AED.

Carol Manasevit, comes from New York and after she got married and has lived in Fairfield for over 62 years. Her husband was the owner of the Fairfield Store that had been in business for over 75 years. She is one of the founders of Art Place. Carol has three children and four grandchildren. She has been an artist for an advertising agency in New York Specializing in jewelry illustration.

Dr. Bob Chrien, PhD, youngest of 4 brothers. Studied at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, New York where he earned a BS in Physics and later earned a PhD in Physics at CASE in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Chrien worked at Brookhaven National Laboratory from 1957 to 2011 as a Research Scientist in several fields.

Josi Russell has been in the costume business for over 50 years. Her Husband, Joey Russell, was an entertainer. She has always been active in the theatre. Josi has five children, fifteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Suri Levow Krieger is the Rabbi of Kerhonkson Synagogue, in upstate New York, and Chavurat Bet Chai in Westchester, NY. She also teaches at University of Bridgeport, Sacred Heart University, and Merkaz Hebrew High School of Bridgeport. Her first love and connection to Judaism has always been through the arts; she was the music and drama director at Solomon Schechter Day School, Bergen County, NJ for some 20 years. In her teaching she weaves a tapestry of story, song, prayer and poetry. Her credentials include a PhD and Rabbinic Ordination. Rabbi Suri’s mission includes building bridges between communities and peoples of different faiths by learning, singing and doing together.


Associate Bios:

Mary Scoran, joined the Watermark family in January 2010 with her husband Gene. Mary's passion for knitting began at the tender age of 10 when her mom began to teach her. Mary always liked to be constructive. Knitting hats is her favorite project because it is so easy to do, it is also very simple to teach. Mary was born in Connecticut but raised in the Bronx until the age of 17 when she returned to Connecticut. Mary looks forward to welcoming new members to the knitting group this semester.

Susan Chrien and her husband Robert moved to The Watermark from Long Island. Together they have two sons and two daughters of whom they are so proud. Susan graduated from the Cleveland Institute of Art, received a B.S. in Education from Kent State Ohio and a Masters in Art History from Western Reserve. Susan spent many years as an Art teacher working with children from Kindergarten on up. If she is not attending a show, spending time at church or with her family, Susan enjoys counted cross stitch and reading.

Catherine Smit (or what most people call her Cat), Community Life Assistant, has been working with seniors since she was fifteen. Starting as a volunteer, she has worked her way up to Programming. Most of her time outside of work is spent with family and her four dogs (3 Chihuahuas and a Beagle mix). Her hobbies include baking, hiking, and traveling the world. She holds a Bachelors in Food Service Management & Pastry Arts from Johnson & Wales University. Cat resides in East Haven, CT.

Cindy Fallon McGuire has a BS in Recreation and Leisure Education from SCSU (Southern CT State University) and a MS in Biology with a concentration in Nutrition from UB (University of Bridgeport). She is also certified with AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) as a group exercise instructor. With over 25 years of experience in the fitness profession teaching a variety of fitness classes as well as managing multisport facilities, her interest in fitness and wellness is to provide practical healthy lifestyle information to all ages. In addition to fitness, she also teaches Anatomy and Physiology at Sacred Heart University and St. Vincent’s College. Cindy lives in Shelton with her husband and son who keeps her fit and young at heart.

Jennifer Rodriguez, Community Life Director at Watermark. Jennifer was born and raised in Bridgeport, CT and is currently and homeowner in Bridgeport. Jennifer is a proud mother of two boys and is actively involved with their recreational activities. Jennifer currently is attending classes at University of Bridgeport finishing her degree for Human Services. Jennifer enjoys learning from the residents at Watermark and implementing creative and spontaneous activities. Jennifer believes that nothing is impossible.

Michael Stevens, Chef at The Watermark. Michael is originally from Jamaica and has studied under many international Chefs while establishing his expertise in cooking. Michael has a passion for food which has lead him to cook for over 30 years thus far. When he is not at work, he likes to focus on teaching responsibility to his 2 daughters ages 15 and 17.


Pradheep Shankar, Director of Food Services, responsible for overseeing all the communities dining rooms, culinary operations, bar's lounge and catering activities. He previously worked at the Hartford Marriott Hotel and has held various positions throughout the industry with Hilton, Radisson, Intercontinental Hotels, Water's Edge Resort and Spa and Scandinavian World Cruise Lines. He is a graduate of Kilburn Polytechnic, London and University of Salzburg, Austria.

Tess Dube grew up in Waterbury, CT in a large family. Tess has always worked in a customer service related field from Retail Banking, Accounts Receivables, to Inside Sales. While working as a Inside Sales Representative for New Haven Copper Company her father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. He eventually went to live in an Extended Care Facility. Tess became very involved with his care and joined the facility's Family Council. The Family Council sponsored activities that allowed residents and families to interact with one another in a social and fun way. Tess decided to go back to school and obtain a Certificate as a Therapeutic Recreation Director from Gateway Community College. Tess has had experience in all levels of care and her philosophy is to help people enjoy their day to the best of her ability. Everyday Tess goes to work it is an honor to her Dad's memory.

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