Active Living March 2021
Tallahassee Democrat SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 Active LIVING The magazine for Tallahassee’s active boomer and senior community Center of attraction Staff keeps building going until seniors can return to activities Plein air paint out
Jennifer Haskins Art Program Coordinator
On Feb. 12, six excited TSC artists took to painting outside at Dorothy B. Oven Park. The weather was cold and breezy, but that did not stop these ded- icated artists. There was a mix of art- ists, some who have ventured outdoors to paint before and some who were brand new to it. Dedicated artist Tom Mitas bundles up for the Plein Air class Plein air painting is about getting out Judy Fongheiser painting on the scene at Dorothy B. Oven and practices physical distancing with staff person Patti of the house and experiencing painting Park. Wallace in the background. and drawing in the landscape. The practice goes back for centuries but was truly made into an art form by the Senior Center artists. ZOOM INTO ART WITH THE TSC Debbie Gaedtke French Impressionists who wanted to People’s Choice Winners for Per- Wednesdays, 11:15-12:45 This is an capture light. Plein air is the French ex- sonal Expressions in Watercolors: Fa- Ongoing art classes (below) are be- on-going class and can be joined at any pression for “in the open air.” vorite Landscape: Florida Sunset, ing offered via Zoom. Register for class- time. Debbie Gaedtke, TSC art instructor, Cathy Neel. Favorite Floral: Dahlias for es and check out upcoming workshops started her painting career by painting Integrity, Joyce Raichelson. Favorite at TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/ SMALL ART, BIG IMPACT outside and was eager to introduce the Animal: Luminous Lexie, Cathy Neel. or email [email protected] techniques and joys of painting out- Favorite Use of Color: Dancing Trees, for more information. Handcrafted greeting card fundrais- doors with her students. Debbie offered Gale Poteat, Hands-On Art History with Mark er for the Tallahassee Senior Center for a virtual class on Zoom the week before Virtual Reception and Artist Talk Fletcher the Arts. Receiving something you can the Plein Air Paint Out to go over the Fri., March 26, 4-5:30 p.m. on Zoom. Mondays, 12:30–3:30 p.m. Create hold in your hands, while not the same supplies that would be needed and to Join TSC for the Arts as we congratulate your own art applying and combining as a hug, can surely bring a bit of joy. share strategies that would help get the People’s Choice Winners, view Art Pot- the methods of various artists like Van Artists from the Tallahassee Senior artists going. pourri and hear from some of the TSC Gogh, Monet, Durer and others. This is Center for the Arts have created small Contact Jennifer.Haskins@tal- artists. Go to TallahasseeSeniorFoun- an on-going class and can be joined at original artworks to be sold as greeting gov.com to learn more about the next dation.org/to register for this event. any time. cards. These beautiful cards are hand Plein Air Paint Out! Submissions for Art Potpourri Draw With Your Eyes, Paint With crafted with the original artwork on the deadline: March 19. Email .jpg submis- Your Heart, Mark Fletcher cover. Go to Tallahasseeseniorfounda- TSC ONLINE ART GALLERY sions to [email protected] file Wednesdays, 1:30–4:30 p.m. Pen & tion.org/online-art-gallery/ saved with artist name, title and price. Ink with a little watercolor. At least one TSC FOR THE ARTS FACEBOOK Personal Expressions in Watercolors Submissions can include: drawings, pen prior art class highly recommended. GROUP TSC artists and art instructors is currently on display. Go to Tallahas- & ink, pencil, charcoal, pastels, collage, This is an on-going class and can be can request to join this private group seeseniorfoundation.org and click on clay, paper mache, basketry, zentangle, joined at any time. under the TSC FB page. Facebook.com/ Art to view paintings by Tallahassee calligraphy, mixed media, fiber art. Advanced Painting Critique with groups/TSCfortheArts
ABOUT THE PUBLICATION encourage active living, optimal aging, and social Facebook.com/TallahasseeSeniorCenter. fitness for independent adults age 50+. Disclaimer of Active Living is a bi-Monthly publication of the Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific ON THE COVER Tallahassee Senior Center (TSC), 1400 N Monroe St., commercial products, process, or service by trade GaP participants Marilyn Williams and Yvonne Tallahassee, FL 32303. 850-891-4000. name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does Waheed pick out books from the Senior Center’s not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Manager, City of donation library. Tallahassee and Executive Director, Tallahassee recommendation or favoring by Tallahassee Senior Senior Foundation, and Karin Caster, Services or the Tallahassee Senior Foundation. TSC Artist Robert Smith braves the chilly weather to join the Plein Air class at Oven Park. Communications & Development For more information on Tallahassee Senior Services, Martha Gruender, Coordinating Copy Editor the TSC & Foundation, activities, and 15 Arthur Rhynes enjoys his job in facilities at TSC by neighborhood venues, contact 850-891-4000 or visit taking care of the building and helping seniors. The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer Talgov.com/seniors and Veteran facilities staff Daniel Elias is ready for programs, activities, and opportunities designed to TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org. “Like” us at seniors to warm the building again with their stories.
2 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING Virtual Lifelong Learning doubles up
Maureen Haberfeld Lifelong Learning Coordinator Technology Help Available TSC volunteers are available to assist Thank you to our LifeLong Learning you with your technology challenges, sponsor Mulligan Park. Sign up for Life- including Zoom, email, iPhone, iPad, RedHills Village long Learning classes at TallahasseeSe- uploading photos, smart phones, niorFoundation.org/ or email Mau- e-books, and more. A partnership [email protected] with FSU Institute for Successful Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Longevity. Call 850-891-4000 Tallahassee Irish Step Dancers between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday Wed., Mar. 17, 7–8:00 p.m. The Talla- through Friday for assistance and/or hassee Irish for a Zoom User Guide Resource Step Dancers Card. are the oldest Irish Step Dance company in Tal- lahassee and are based on a major exhibition at the Smith- regionally known for performing both tra- sonian Museum of American History, will ditional Irish set dances and original Irish be a springboard for discussions about choreography by director David Jones. those very questions and how they are re- Grab a Guinness or an Irish coffee and join flected in local stories. Virtual Tour on the dance company for this exclusive, Zoom. Fee $5 live, virtual performance in the comfort of Were the Confederates Traitors? your home. The dancers will perform a va- Thu., March 25, 1:30–3 p.m. We have riety of hard and soft shoe numbers and, heard the words “sedition,” “traitor” and in between performances, learn a little “treason” used very often since early about Irish culture and the history of Irish 2021. There are those who believe that CelebrateLife. dance. Virtual event on Zoom. Fee $5 what happened on January 6 was a “re- Living Abroad During the Pandem- bellion” or “insurrection” that warrants At RedHills Village, we offer morethan just acommunity,weoffer ic expulsion from political office, and crimi- Thu., Mar. 18, 1:30–3 p.m. Lilli Reilly nal trials. We have heard references to the all-inclusiveindependent retirement living.Designed exclusively for is a Philadelphia native and graduate of 14th Amendment, Section 3. Well, we adults 55 and over, we takecareofeverything with one monthly price Temple University with degrees in Global have heard it all before, at the end of the and no buy-in fee, so youcan enjoythe good things in life. Studies and Spanish. She has been em- Civil War in 1865. Were the Confederates ployed as a language assistant at a K-12 United States citizens who committed Every day our seasoned live-in managers aremoving newresidents Catholic school in Pamplona, Spain since treason by warring on their own govern- the fall of 2019. In the spring of 2020, just ment? Or is the story more complicated intoour worry-free lifestyle with protocols in placetoensure as she thought she was getting used to life than that? Very complicated, as it turns asafe and easy move. in Spain, the pandemic put the country out. Tallahassee Historical Society presi- into lockdown and sent everything she dent, Bob Holladay, will enlighten partici- thought she knew out the window. In this pants on this topic. Virtual class on Zoom. Open House presentation, she will discuss cultural Fee $5 differences between her native country Tallahassee & Florida’s Territorial and Spain, differing responses to the pan- Bicentennial demic, and how Covid-19 has changed Wed., March 31, 1:30–3 p.m. 2021 Wednesday, March 17 daily life. Virtual class on Zoom. Fee $5 marks the 200-year anniversary of Flori- 1:00 –3:00 p.m. Voices and Votes: Democracy in da becoming a United States territory in America at the Florida Historic Capi- 1821. The significance of this event goes tol Museum far beyond the political implications of Lots o’ luck will come your waywhen youjoin us for St. Patty’s Day! Tue. March 23 3–4:00 p.m. When the treaty with Spain, particularly when Experiencethe resortlifestyle first-hand and tour our beautiful American revolutionaries waged a war for viewed through the experiences of indig- community at our St. Patty’s Day Open House. RSVP by March 16. independence, they took a leap of faith enous peoples and free Black communi- that sent ripple effects across genera- ties in the area near Tallahassee. Join tions. They embraced a radical idea of es- John Grandage, Executive Director at The RSVP to experienceour resortlifestyle foryourself, tablishing a government that entrusted Grove Museum, for a discussion about the or call foraprivatetour. the power of the nation not in a monarchy, importance of the bicentennial anniver- but in its citizens. That great leap sparked sary for understanding the evolution of questions that continue to impact Amer- civil rights in early territorial Florida and 850-792-5584 icans: who has the right to vote, what are Tallahassee. This program will be hosted the freedoms and responsibilities of citi- live on Zoom. Fee $5 5103 Cold Harbor Drive ! Tallahassee, FL 32312 zens, and whose voices will be heard? 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TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 3 HEALTH & WELLNESS
Ruth Nickens RN, Health & Wellness Coordinator FITNESS To register for Zoom classes go to TallahasseeSenior- Foundation.org – Classes & Programs tab. Staying active is one of the most important For more information email [email protected]. things we can do to stay healthy and age Seniors & Students Buddy Program with FSU Col- successfully, and we realize you are missing your lege of Nursing weekly in-person classes. Virtual fitness classes Please ask a friend or loved one to consider joining this can be viewed 3 different ways! Buddy Program! In ongoing partnership with UPSLIDE, 1) WCOT TV - Talgov.com/WCOT Mon, Wed, Fri adults age 50+ are paired with nursing students to share and Sat @ 9 am (Channel 13 on cable) life experiences and help them meet their educational needs. Conversations can take place via telephone or video 2) On-Demand - Tallahassee Senior Foundation chat, and frequency is flexible. Students are all earnest, website back-ground checked, and supervised by their instructors. TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/on-demand- For more information, or to sign up, email Judy.Ship- fitness/ [email protected] or call 850-556-5697. 3) On Facebook - Facebook page 11 am Virtual Office Hour with Ruth Facebook.com/TallahasseeSeniorCenter/ Fri., April 2 & May 7, 9–10 a.m. on Zoom We miss being able to welcome participants into our of- Brain-Body-Balance w/ Merisha Johnson fices! Here is an opportunity to “stop by the office” of Ruth Phillips, AFAA-CPT Nickens, TSC’s Registered Nurse Health & Wellness Pro- Mondays @ 11 a.m. on Facebook gram Coordinator. Bring your health/wellness questions, concerns and suggestions during this hour of personal in- A fun active aging fall prevention program that teraction. Register at: Tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/ fuses physical movement w/ brain-enhancing events/virtual-office-hours-with-ruth/ drills to improve balance, memory, brain health, reflexes, and life. Have a chair/water bottle on HEALTH EDUCATION Bridget Welch leads entry level seated yoga classes. hand. Mindful Movement w/ Lori Roberts, certified Monday Mindfulness with Nicolette NIA yoga instructor Mon., Apr. 5 & May 3, 10 a.m. on Facebook (First Monday on the recently updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans of every month) and will include a special focus on the nutrition needs of Tuesdays @ 11 a.m. on Facebook Mindfulness is known to improve mental and physical older adults, recipe demonstrations, and an interactive Q & This dynamic yet gentle, yoga-based class uses health, including reducing stress, improving focus, and de- A with local nutrition professionals. Presented by Talla- music and motion to enhance muscle strength, creasing pain. This informative video explores what mind- hassee Memorial Metabolic Health Center and UF/IFAS maintain flexibility, and reduce falls. This class is fulness means, the benefits it provides, and ways to incor- Extension Family Nutrition Program. super-energizing and fun. You will need a porate practice into daily life. By Nicolette Castagna, MA, Apr. 7 – The NEW Dietary Guidelines for Americans: chair/water. MPH, RMHCI, TSC UPSLIDE Counselor What you need to know Brown Bag Medication Review with WCRx Phar- Apr. 14 – Just the “Facts”: Food labels and Healthy Drink Gentle Yoga with Ferdouse Sultana, E-RYT® macist Choices and Ideas 500 Wed., Mar. 17, 9:30–11 a.m. on Zoom Apr. 21 – Focus on Fruits and Vegetables: From Farm to Wednesdays @ 11 a.m. on Facebook Do you have questions about your medications? Would Table you like to chat one-on-one with a pharmacist? Here is an Please register for the series at TallahasseeSeniorFoun- Class includes standing/mat poses with chair opportunity to have a private medication education meet- dation.org/?p=7079 or call 1-800-272-3900 or email option. Benefits are improved balance, ing with Dr. Emmanuel Inwang, Director, WCRx Pharmacy. [email protected] movement, flexibility, strength, and breathing Register at TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org or email Staying Safe in Your Home: Environmental Safe- for stress reduction. Wear comfy clothes, have [email protected] ty yoga mat handy. Breathing Easier with COPD and Other Lung Dis- Wed., Apr. 14, 10 a.m. on Facebook Stretch & Flex with Robin Perry Davis, ACSM eases This video presentation offers relevant and updated in- Wed., Mar. 24, 10 a.m. on Zoom formation on how to continue to live safely in your home. Thursdays @ 11: a.m. on Facebook This presentation will address Chronic Obstructive Falls prevention, scam awareness, and environmental This class will help you stay strong and flexible Lung Disease (COPD), a series of progressive lung diseases safety are a few of the topics that will be addressed. Pre- through gentle yoga-like movement. Some characterized by difficulty breathing, including asthma, sented by Sarah Vernon, BSW intern classes will be in chair, others use a mat, but emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. Learn about the diag- Understanding Community Resources viewers can easily move between. nosis, therapies, research and management for this dis- Wed., Apr. 28, 10 a.m. on Zoom ease that impacts 24 million Americans! Emphysema Of- The recent AARP survey revealed that seniors want Gentle Seated Yoga with Bridget Welch, LMT fered by Allison Peters, RT, TMH Respiratory Therapy. Reg- more information about community resources yet con- Fridays @ 11 a.m. on Facebook ister at TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/?p=6884 For necting seniors to resources is one of the most important more info email [email protected] things that the Tallahassee Senior Center does! But what, New, updated video of this entry level class that 2021 Nutrition Goals: Making Every Bite Count - exactly, does “resources” mean? In this interactive webi- reduces stress/pain, improves circulation, 3-part series nar, you will learn about what resources are, what re- promotes healthy joints, boosts immunity, Wed., Apr. 7, 14 &- 21, 11 a.m.–Noon on Zoom sources are available, how to easily access and share re- enhances lung function, and strengthens pelvic This 3-part series will help you learn skills for choosing sources, and how tapping into resources can improve your floor muscles. You will need chair/water. and preparing healthy foods this year. This series is based life! Presented by the TSC resource team.
4 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING Chaires-Capitola, rich in history, land and people
Susan Davis Leon County Senior Outreach Coordinator
This is the fourth in a series high- lighting seniors, and the six communi- ties served by the Leon County Senior Outreach program. On the far, east side of Leon County, between Hwy 90 and Hwy 27, lie two abutting rural areas form the Chaires-Capi- tola community. Sur- rounding land sports fertile, open fields dotted with old growth trees. Clockwise, from top left: Johnnie The Woodville Fitness Class participants brave the cold weather through January History of the area features opulent Davis, Dot Spence, Ouida Harmon and and February to keep in shape. Led by instructor Llona Geiger, the class is always farming plantations, cattle ranching, Mamie Whitehead. grateful to see each other. railroad stops, Indian uprisings and scandalous old-family romance. Cur- rent seniors have their own history. family, she used to walk her children to to be treated.” grandchildren, and now, even her great- Johnnie Davis has lived there for 50- the Chaires school. Her mom, whom she Dot Spence arrived in Chaires just in grandchildren. The local community plus years. She started working at nine misses very much, lived next door and time to start first grade at the local center is named in her honor because of years old, helping her aunt cook at a ho- often waived to Johnnie from her porch. school. Her father and uncle bought her fervent efforts to get it built. “The tel café near the neighboring town of They are a close family. Her grandson acreage for farming and the family ate community needed a place to meet,” she Monticello. She has fond memories of calls her almost daily from Texas. John- what they grew. There was no power says, adding that she insisted it be those times. “I didn’t make much mon- nie shares that “we weren’t rich, but we when she first lived there, and they used called the Chaires-Capitola Community ey, but I learned to make the best corn- worked hard, made ends meet, and kerosene lamps. Her children also went bread,” she says. When she had her own treated people the way you would want to the Chaires school, as well as her See OUTREACH, Page 7
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TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 5 RESOURCES: IN-HOME SAFETY EMERGENCY PREVENTION homefit-guide.html. MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEMS HELPLINES and The Lifetime Home Tallahassee Police Department Crime This interactive website allows the us- Button-like personal devices can be HOTLINES Prevention Unit er to go through various rooms in a house worn by seniors to report emergencies Abuse Hotline: Offers a variety of programs and ser- to learn about the most common fall risk 24/7 1-800-962-2873 or vices including home inspections for factors and offers solutions. Visit http:// Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare 1-800-96ABUSE crime safety tips and an Extra Check lifetimehome.org/rooms/ for more infor- Lifeline Systems during vacation or times away from your mation. TMH.org/services/lifeline 850-431- Area Agency on Aging, home. Call 850-891-4251 for assistance. Exercise Classes - Tallahassee Senior 6838 Elder Helpline: Leon County Sheriff’s Crime Preven- Center Lifeline Medical Alert System 1-800-96-ELDER tion Unit Exercising on a regular basis and Lifeline.philips.com/medical-alert- (3-5337) Offers a variety of programs and ser- keeping your body active is one of the systems.html 855-332-7799 Consumer Hotline: vices including personal safety tips. most effective ways to decrease your risk Life Alert 1-800-435-7352 For more information call 850-606- of falling. The Tallahassee Senior Center Lifealert.com 800-990-0638 3250 offers a variety of on demand fitness Critical Signal Technologies Medicare Hotline: Fire Prevention classes online. Register for classes at Tal- CSTLTL.com 888-557-4462 1-800-633-4227 The Tallahassee Fire Department will lahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/on-de- ADT Companion Services 2-1-1 Big Bend: send a department member out to your mand-fitness/ ADT.com/health 800-276-0965 617-6333 or 211 home to replace a smoke alarm if it does LifeStation not work. There is no cost to seniors. Call FALL PREVENTION TIPS Lifestation.com 877-354-3050 850-891-6600 for this and other ser- MobileHelp SOUTHSIDE vices. Clear walking pathways in the home Mobilehelp.com 866-205-2752 Non- Emergency Police Install adequate lighting in rooms GreatCall OUTREACH Call 850-606-5800 to report non- Remove or secure throw rugs Greatcall.com 800-918-8543 Virtual Healthy for Life emergency situations. Wear nonskid shoes or socks in the Classes house OTHER IN-HOME SERVICES EMERGENCIES Be aware of the location of your pets Reducing the Risk for Use supportive devices Project Lifesaver Aids individuals and Dementia Through Diet Emergency Services: When immedi- families suffering from Alzheimer’s dis- Thurs., Mar. 18, 11 ate attention is needed, call 9-1-1 to dis- HOME MODIFICATIONS FOR ease and related disorders by providing a.m.–noon patch police, EMS, or the fire depart- ACCESSIBILITY AND FALL clients with a wristband that emits a ment. 9-1-1 should only be used in emer- PREVENTION tracking signal. This allows for quick lo- Reducing the Risk for gency situations. cation and rescue of missing persons. Dementia Through Companies that provide resources or Visit Alzheimersproject.org/services/ Exercise and GAS LEAK INFORMATION renovations to your home to increase ac- for more information or call 850-386- Tallahassee Senior cessibility 2778 Center Resource Signs of a gas leak include sulfur Accessibility Solutions: Can do vari- Ability1st Provides a variety of ser- Presentation smell, hissing noise near gas lines, white ous renovations and modifications to vices including disposable supplies for Thurs., Mar. 25, 11 cloud or cloud dust near gas line, and meet your needs. Will come out to do an low income individuals, equipment on a.m.–1 p.m. bubbles in water. If you notice any of intentional inspection and offer solu- loan, independent living skills training these, you should immediately leave the tions. and planning for individuals transition- Virtual Healthy for Life house, call 9-1-1 to notify police and fire Visit Homeaccessfl.com/ or call 850- ing home from a more restrictive setting Series (7 Classes): officials, and call the utility company’s 383-1100 such as a hospital of rehabilitation cen- Hometown Tales, emergency number (850-891-4968 or 711 Amramp: Can provide ramps, stair ter. Finding and Shaping (TDD) for City of Tallahassee Utilities). lifts, and vertical platform lifts to in- Visit Ability1st.info or call 850-575- Stories That Reinforce Do not: turn on any electrical switches, crease accessibility at home or for a busi- 9621 a Sense of Belonging appliances or lights, smoke or make a ness. Amramp professionals also pro- CONTROL is an app that enables users with Storyteller Linda flame, or make calls from inside the vide a free on-site evaluation. to store their medical records on their Schuyler Ford home. Visit Amramp.com/franchises/talla- phone, allowing for easy access during hassee-florida or call 888-715-7598 emergencies or while traveling. CON- Thurs., Apr. 8, 15, 22, FALL PREVENTION RESOURCES Age and Accessibility Home Solu- TROL also includes features that will no- 29; May 6, 13, 27 from 11 tions, LLC: Offers a free personal meeting tify emergency contacts of any incidents a.m.–1 p.m. AARP Home Safety Checklist to hear your needs. Services can range that occur. Visit EMTelink.com/control/ Rethink Your Drink, UF For a brief home checklist that goes from installing simple grab bars to whole mkt/index.html#home. IFAS, Family Nutrition through the different areas in a home house renovations. that may be unsafe, visit: As- To schedule a meeting visit Agean- NOTE: This information is not all-inclu- Wed., May 5, 11 a.m. sets.aarp.org/external_sites/caregiving/ daccessibility.com or call 850-558-5775 sive and does not imply endorsement of any For information or to checklists/checklist_homeSafety.html My Home for Life: Provides equip- persons, offices or agencies by Tallahassee register for these AARP HomeFit Guide ment such as shower chairs and grab Senior Services. For information, call 850- classes, please email A guide to making your home safer bars for purchase, increasing accessibil- 891-4000, email Nick.Schrader@tal- Wendy.Barber@talgov with different tips and information about ity in the home. gov.com or visit talgov.com/seniors/senior- .com or call home risks is available at: aarp.org/liv- Visit Myhomeforlife.com or call 888- services.aspx and TallahasseeSeniorFoun- 850-891-4000 able-communities/housing/info-2020/ 688-6435 dation.org.
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Center, “because you can’t think of one community without the other.” Mamie Whitehead was born in the area, went to the Chaires school, moved to Tallahassee, and came back 20 years The Grandparents as Parents (GaP) ago. Her parents worked on the nearby program is for grandparents or Welaunee Plantation while she was relatives who are the primary growing up. She was one of nine chil- caregivers for their grandchildren. GaP dren, and now only three of them are liv- offers support groups, informational ing. All three live on the same road. She luncheons, access to community loves the peaceful nature of the rural agencies, legal services and health countryside compared to city living. screenings plus social activities for the Twenty-five years ago, Ouida Har- whole grand-family. GaP is continuing mon and her husband Richard moved to meet virtually during the COVID-19 from a Tallahassee neighborhood to pandemic. GaP participant Wendy Bufkin appreciates the lunch and resources that she Chaires-Capitola. He wanted flat land receives at the drive-thru staffed by program coordinator Karen Boebinger. Dates to Remember: so he could garden. They bought three acres and his garden is one-third the GaP Support Lunch: Wed., Mar 31 and size of a football field. They mostly grow Apr 28, 2021, 12–1 p.m. – Location TBA Meeting virtually via Zoom meeting, email tomatoes, squash and cucumbers. “He [email protected] or call Complimentary lunch provided for Join other grandparents raising their loves it,” she says, adding “we give most 850-891-4027 for Zoom links/phone grandparents and other relative grandchildren to socialize and discuss of it away.” numbers or to RSVP for any events caregivers. Reservations are required. your unique situation A program of the TSC Foundation above! GaP is a program of the TSC and primarily funded by Leon County GaP Evening Support Group: Mon., For more information about the GaP Foundation, funded by Leon County government. For information, email Su- Mar 1, 15 & 29 and Apr 12 & 26, 2021, program, how to access resources and Commission, grants and donations. [email protected] or call 850 891- 7–8 p.m. services, or register to attend a virtual 4065.
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TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 7 Tallahassee player has long racquetball connection
Nick Gandy MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR Jimmy Petrandis has been playing racquetball so long that when he started playing the game it wasn’t even CAPITAL CITY SENIOR GAMES known by its current name. “I’ve been playing forever,” Fri., Apr. 30—May 11 said Petrandis, who won a pair of Racquetball gold med- als at the 2020 Florida Senior Games. “I began playing Dates, times, and venues may change. when it was called paddleball and you played with a In hopes of even better COVID numbers in wooden paddle. I probably started playing in the 1950s.” our community, Capital City Senior Games Until 1969, the sport fell under the National Paddle has been postponed. At this time, only Rackets Association and was known as Paddleball. Pe- outside events will be held, but check back in trandis’ game grew along with the popularity of the sport case things change closer to the start dates. in the 1970s in Tallahassee and he’s still on the court and winning Florida Senior Games medals in the 85-89 age A tentative schedule is listed below and group. Registration is now open. Beginning at $15, While his family name is well known in Tallahassee for one event includes your CCSG T-shirt and ventures in restaurants and real estate, Jimmy Petrandis access to the Celebration of Athletes. Each has been an ambassador for racquetball. His athletic ca- additional event costs $3. For more reer goes back to being the co-captain of the 1953 Leon information on event locations, times, and High School football team. registration, register online at He played racquetball in Tallahassee when the only Talgov.com/SeniorGames, or call the TSC at courts in town were three-wall courts at Florida High 850-891-4000. School, when it was on the FSU campus. He and a group The CCSG are hosted by the City of of racquetball-playing friends, including his brother Tallahassee’s Parks, Recreation, and Johnny, built the first four-wall racquetball court in Talla- Neighborhood Affairs (PRNA) department hassee in the mid-1960s. It was on what is now a vacant and the Tallahassee Senior Center (TSC) in lot on Gadsden Street, between College and Park Ave- partnership with Friends of Our Parks, Leon nues. County Government, TSC Foundation and The court became a “Who’s Who,” of Tallahassee busi- Florida Senior Games Raquetball Medalists, Don Visit Tallahassee. For sponsorship nessmen and politicians. Playing the ball off of any of the Husman, 90, and Jimmy Petrandis, 85. information email [email protected] four walls included local lawyer Dubose Ausley, Paul Mor- or call 850-891-4000. gan, the founder of Morgan Electric and former FSU President Sandy D’Alemberte. “Bob Graham even ness. Early on, Jimmy learned after working at his fa- Tentative Revised Schedule of stopped in to play a time or two when he was Governor,” ther’s George’s Restaurant on the Coast, in Panacea, the Ausley said. restaurant business was not for him. He and his brother, Games The downtown court hosted tournaments in the 1970s Jimmy, went into real estate. His brother Angelo, picked All Start Times TBD; Athletes will receive an and 80s and Petrandis competed in the Sunshine State up the family business and owns the long-time area fa- email prior to their competition informing Games, Florida’s Olympic-style Sports Festival for ath- vorite Angelo’s at the Ochlockonee River Bridge in Pana- them of the start time for their events. letes of all ages, into the 1990s. Petrandis is still on the cea. His nephew, Thomas, owns the Tropical Trader res- court sending the ball into the wall three times a week at taurant in the same area. Apr. 30 Torch Run: Location TBD. At the least Premier Health and Fitness. “I play with four other guys,” When not on the racquetball courts at Premier Health we will kick off The Games via Zoom! he said. “Whoever shows up, we play.” and Fitness, Petrandis can be found on the gulf fishing. May 1 Track & Field: Tentative Godby High At the 2020 Florida Senior Games, at Richey Racquet Not for the family business but for personal consump- School Club in Port Richey, Petrandis played in Men’s Singles and tion. Doubles, with 90-year old Don Husman, of Atlantic His gold medal winning performances at the 2020 May 2 Horseshoes: Forest Meadows Beach. He played against Husman in singles, winning Florida Senior Games earned Petrandis a spot in the 2022 May 3 Bag Toss: Jake Gaither Tennis Courts both matches in a best of three series and the two paired National Senior Games. He’s considering a trip to the to play a match against a 70-74 age group team. “He was Greater Fort Lauderdale to represent North Florida in the May 4, 5, 6 Pickleball: Tom Brown Park quite a character,” Petrandis said of his doubles partner, Games. “I’m thinking about playing,” he said. “If I can May 7 Tennis (D): Forestmeadows Husman. “I enjoyed playing with him. “We came close to keep my body together. I’m being held together with wire winning the second game of the match.” and nuts and bolts.” May 8 Archery: Tallahassee Archery Club His continued racquetball success comes as no sur- Jimmy’s athleticism has been passed down and serves May 9 Tennis (M): Forestmeadows prise to his long-time racquetball playing friend, Dubose as an inspiration to family members. Four of his grand- Ausley, who also played football with Petrandis at Leon children are active in local sports and the college level. May 9 Cycling: Apalachicola National Forest High School. “He’s a really good racquetball player and Two of his granddaughters are on local high school swim- May 10 Golf: Hilaman Golf Course has amazing hand-eye coordination,” Ausley said. “He ming teams, one was on the Maclay High School track was a good football player also, kind of small but every- and field team. One of his grandsons is a member of the May 11 Celebration of Athletes: Location body was then, compared to today. He was fast and he Troy University track and field team. For eight decades, TBD. At the least we acclaim our medals via was tough.” Jimmy Petrandis has proven himself a success in athlet- Zoom! Besides his racquetball acumens, the Petrandis name ics and business. His success will inspire others for eight in Tallahassee is synonymous with the restaurant busi- more decades into the future.
8 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING APRIL LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES
Continued from Page 3 Holocaust, the development of the Uni- a community. The program will incorpo- versal Declaration of Human Rights, rate a variety of maps, images, and oth- Bonjour Crêpes and the 10 Stages of Genocide. The Pivot er historical records from the State Ar- Thu., April 1, 4–5:30 p.m. Join Chef to America Wing focuses on our nation’s chives of Florida. Virtual class on Zoom. Jessica of KitchenAble Cooking School foundational ideals, historical reality, Fee $5 as she teaches the secrets of making and path toward human and civil rights Water – Liquid Gold classic French crêpes. She will share her in America. Virtual tour on Zoom. Fee Tue., May 4 and 11, 3–4:30 p.m. Wa- favorite crêpe batter recipe then demon- $13 ter is our most precious natural re- strate techniques that will help you suc- Why Tallahassee? The Emergence source. There are substitutes for the use cessfully create these thin, buttery pan- of a New Capital of petroleum, coal, metals–we can even cakes. She will also teach three different At the UPSLIDE Drive-through, Officer Thu., April 15, 1:30–3 p.m. Tallahas- live for a few months without sunlight, filling options (two savory and one Henni Hamby of TPD’s Community see was established nearly 200 years as in northern Alaska or Antarctica. But sweet) as she creates a trio of delicious Relations Unit distributes information ago in 1824. The United States had just imagine no water for a fraction of that dishes including: Crêpe Complète (with about how to avoid telephone scams, acquired Florida from the Spanish, and time! Florida Professional Geologist, Joe ham, eggs and cheese), Garden Crêpes while TSC Staff Daniel Elias assists most of the new territory's white pop- Haberfeld, will examine our water sup- (with spinach and mushrooms), and with food distribution. Participants are ulation was concentrated in Pensacola ply sources, the primary uses of water, Crêpes au Citron (with lemon). Virtual always so grateful for resources and and St. Augustine. So why did the earli- and drinking water treatment. What class on Zoom. Fee $8 meals, but especially for the brief, est territorial legislators choose to build happens after water is used? It becomes Dallas Holocaust and Human physically distanced social interaction. a completely new capital in what was wastewater and must be treated and Rights Museum Virtual Tour then such a remote area? How was the disposed of with care to minimize the Thu., April 8, 2:30–4 p.m. The mis- exact location selected? Furthermore, effect on our environment, including sion of the Dallas Holocaust and Human ticipants will explore the exhibition and it's one thing to build a group of govern- the water resources that we use for Rights Museum is to teach the history of ask questions in real time. This 1.5-hour ment buildings, but how did Tallahas- drinking water. Water treatment and the Holocaust and advance human tour includes all three wings of the per- see grow beyond its official capacity into disposal options will be presented. We rights to combat prejudice, hatred, and manent exhibition. The Holocaust/ a thriving community? In this course, will also look at the birth of the environ- indifference. Join volunteer Docent Shoah Wing provides an expanded look State Archives of Florida historian Dr. mental movement, environmental reg- Educator Lauren Ray, who has taught at the Holocaust through artifacts, sur- Josh Goodman will explore the earliest ulations, case studies, hot topics, and Holocaust classes for us in the past, as vivor testimonies, photography and deliberations about where Florida's items of local interest. 2-part virtual she guides us in a live virtual tour of the more. The Human Rights Wing covers capital ought to be, as well as the early class on Zoom. Register for each ses- museum’s permanent exhibition. Par- trials of major Nazi leaders after the history of Tallahassee's development as sion. Fee $5 per session.
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10 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING ‘I miss the activity’: It’s more than a building
Rosetta Land TSC Volunteer
There’s an historic building in Mid- town that you may have noticed in pass- ing. You may have skated there as a youngster, danced there as an adult, tak- en an art class or been involved in a com- pletely different activity. The Old Armory enjoys a marvelous history. The city’s historic Leon County Ar- mory was constructed with the assis- tance of federal Public Works Admini- stration (PWA) funds. The PWA provided a $19,859 grant to the project, whose total cost was $74,365. Construction occurred between November 1934 and June 1935. It’s housed the National Guard, been a city skating rink, and is now home for the Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation. The Senior Center has called the Old Armory home since 1978. The doors closed to the public one year ago due to COVID-19. What was once an annual Maintenance Week stretched into a year- long opportunity for facility projects. Co- ordinated by Assistant Supervisor Patti Wallace, our two dedicated Facility Care staff Daniel Elias and Arthur Rhynes completed one project after another while having the building to themselves One of the favorite things about COVID for Daniel Elias is seeing participants during the monthly drive through events. during the pandemic. “The building’s history is long and sto- ried, but it’s the staff and participants favorite things. I’m eager to hear the life who make things happen here,” says stories they share with me.” Even though Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Manager. the building’s been closed for a year, Dan- “Daniel and Arthur have shown up every- iel enjoys seeing a dozen or so of the ‘reg- day and continued to serve seniors, as ulars’ who stop by outside or call. well as maintain and preserve this won- Arthur also looks forward to partici- derful 86-year-old building.” pants returning. He’s worked at TSC Daniel and Arthur know every brick since “I was 30 years old,” the 45 year-old and probably even some secrets kept says proudly. What’s his favorite task? “I within the walls of this old building. The like a clean environment and I really like pandemic has kept both of them busy making the dining room floor shine on making sure the building is warm and Fridays,” Arthur says. He chuckles and welcome for the return of engaged and adds, “That’s a day the bridge group’s not active adults. there so I can do a really good job.” The guys have pressure washed the Those Fridays were before COVID- entire exterior of the main facility, art …when things were business as usual. “I building and even storage areas. Breeze- miss the activity,” Arthur pauses to say, “I ways, the dining room and even closets look forward to every day when the cen- sport new paint jobs – as do gates, walls, Arthur Rhynes helps load participant’s vehicle with lunch, resources, and ter’s open. He likes the labor of setting up and stairwells. While they stay busy re- donated items during monthly drive through events. for numerous special events and, while it freshing things, there are empty spaces doesn’t take the same physical energy, in the building and in their hearts. It’s Arthur also enjoys spending time with people that they miss. Activity and ensuring the building is totally ready for to, both say “seeing the seniors having a participants. “Some folks need someone voices are the heartbeat amiss in their seniors to return to a facility that is san- good time fellowshipping together to talk to or listen to them. I like to cheer days. itized and safe. Staff also took advantage again.” Daniel’s been at the center since them up. I want things to get back to nor- Other maintenance projects complet- of this time to refinish the auditorium 1996 and says, “It’s depressing not seeing mal.” ed include: deep cleaning of all building floor – it’s beautiful! the seniors. I usually sit during my break As we all do. Keep checking the sched- ventilation and elevator thresholds and When asked what they look forward and talk with the folks. That’s one of my ule to see when new activities are offered.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 11 At 72, retiree is advancing her dream with degree
Rosetta Stone Land level – to keep learning and further my grams and activities that encourage ac- TSC Volunteer knowledge.” tive living, optimal aging and social fit- Before Addie joined the center’s staff, ness,” says Addie. Volunteers work on “I’m following my lifelong calling,” she served on the TSC Advisory Council special events. Some teach classes. Oth- says Addie Carroll-Beal. Addie has and is a graduate of the Tallahassee Ac- ers answer phone calls and register new served volunteers and participants at the tive Lifelong Leaders (TALL) program. participants. Volunteering can be a busy Tallahassee Senior Center for almost five Serving the senior community seems to job! Keeping up with 400 volunteers as years and is moving on to further her edu- be in the fabric of her soul. the coordinator is also a very busy job! cation. Her goal now is to complete her During her years at TSC, Addie coor- Addie expects that she will miss that in- BSW/MSW program at Florida Agricul- dinated 400 volunteers for the senior teraction. She’ll also miss the buzzing of tural & Mechanical University (FAMU) by center. While the building has been nearby conversations with seniors and 2022. “It’s my dream,” Addie adds with closed due to the pandemic, she con- the busyness of being in an office beside eagerness in her voice. She sees this op- tinued to connect with volunteers, en- the front door and near reception. portunity as a way to fulfill her purpose couraging them to be active and engaged, Addie shares that she’s always worked and help her community. While it’s not and to connect with family. Addie ex- with people, and in her earlier career as a unusual that someone decides to further plained that “each and every volunteer CETA program supervisor educating par- their education but, at age 72, it is true has an assigned staff member to serve as ents on child abuse and neglect preven- inspiration to others! their coordinator and provide support.” tion programs. She worked with Disc Vil- Her experience as the Participant and Even with closure, Addie coordinated lage Raft program as a therapeutic assis- Volunteer Coordinator at TSC provided drive-through receptions for volunteers tant for troubled teenage girls, facilitated the chance to work with not only hun- to occasionally pick up bagged lunches, family groups, and found her soft skills dreds of eager volunteers, but also ener- Addie Carroll-Beal’s goal is to tee shirts, smiles and conversation. useful for teaching middle school girls getic participants, innovative instructors complete her social work program at What do volunteers do when the cen- self-esteem and the art of etiquette. and a committed staff. Realizing she Florida A&M University by 2022 ter is open? Those who greet incoming “We are so happy for Addie’s new ad- wants to continue reaching for greater guests give tours of the facility and talk venture,” said Sheila Salyer, TSC execu- professional achievement, Addie speaks about all of the activities open to adults tive director. “Everyone at TSC shares in thoughtfully as she says, “I think it’s the dreams.” 50+. There are donations requested for Addie’s exciting new pursuit of optimal right time to move forward. My passion is Addie explains that through the use of some activities and classes, and fees for aging, but we will greatly miss her enthu- to help seniors tell their stories through books as creative art therapies, “bibioth- others, while many people choose to be- siasm for volunteers. Addie always came bibliotherapy. There’s great need among erapy helps promote healing, health and come members of the TSC Foundation to to work with a positive attitude. She will African Americans right here in Tallahas- wellness.” The new student offers that support programs. not only pursue her dreams, but she will see. I want to assist other seniors discov- “As we age, our purpose changes but it’s “Volunteers are appreciated for their be an amazing mentor to the next genera- er their own passion…to advance their always been my desire to reach a higher support in TSC’s mission to offer pro- tion of social workers.”
OLLI gears up for full slate of spring semester
Fran Conaway 2020 OLLI classes. We grabbed one an- hassee; and Live Television Comedy 50-plus, will begin April 19 at olli.fsu.edu. OLLI at FSU other’s virtual hands and stepped onto from the 1950s. OLLI activities and clubs will also of- the Zoom platform with greater and less- Membership in OLLI at FSU is open to fer meetings and events. OLLI’s special With the success of classes delivered er results. But we did it.” all adults 50 and older who love to learn lecture series, which has covered multi- through Zoom for the past year, the Osh- OLLI’s lifelong learners enjoy classes in a stress-free environment where ple aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic er Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida in history of eras across time and coun- there are no tests, no homework and no and its impact on older adults, will also State University is expanding its tradi- tries around the world; science, from bi- required reading. There are no educa- continue throughout the spring and tional three-week May semester to a full ology to physics; social science from eco- tion prerequisites. Instructors typically summer months. Other free special lec- summer semester. nomics to anthropology; the arts, from come from the faculty of local institu- tures will also be offered. The full listing Why did OLLI make this decision? En- music to literature to architecture; lan- tions of higher education and area ex- of courses and activities, along with reg- thusiasm for Zoom classes and the relief guages; technology, from computing to perts, but Zoom extends the range of in- istration and membership information, they have offered from pandemic isola- artificial intelligence; wellness, religion structors and students, who can join OL- will be posted at olli.fsu.edu in early tion is clear in the words of OLLI member and current affairs. LI’s classes and activities, regardless of April. Paula Walborsky. She writes, “There An extensive range of courses will be location. For more information about joining needs to be a medal struck for the volun- offered during the summer semester, in- Both three- and six-week classes will OLLI and registering for classes and ac- teers, instructors and administrators cluding, to name just a few: Pioneers of be offered, with all six-week classes be- tivities, see olli.fsu.edu. You may also who have guided us through this seem- Rock and Roll; The Lives of Winston ginning May 3. The term will incorporate contact Debra Herman, dher- ingly never-ending siege. When we were Churchill, taught by Cambridge Univer- a two-week break, and classes will end [email protected], or Terry Aaronson, taa- all sent home to our ‘hobbit burrows,’ it sity instructor Eoin Devlin; The Parallel June 24. Registration for OLLI classes, [email protected]. Thanks to Mary Anne was about mid-session of our Spring Universe of Ants; the History of Talla- which is open to lifelong learners aged Price for assistance on this article.
12 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING Elder Care joins nationwide March for Meals
Moriah Iglesias The annual March for Meals celebra- munity. This is an increase of 27,744 this daily. More than ever before, com- Communications & Development Coordinator tion commemorates the historic day in meals from the previous year. Due to the munities everywhere must rally togeth- March of 1972 when President Nixon COVID-19 pandemic, many seniors are er to support these essential communi- Elder Care Services announced that signed into law a measure that amended unable to access food safely. Meals on ty-based programs that have become a the organization will be participating in the Older Americans Act of 1965 to in- Wheels became the reliable access point lifeline for a growing number of people the 19th annual March for Meals. This clude a national nutrition program for for more seniors than ever before in Tal- in need. Please join Elder Care Services month-long celebration observes Meals seniors 60 years and older. Since 2002, lahassee. In response, Elder Care Ser- in celebrating the power and impor- on Wheels and our senior neighbors community-based Meals on Wheels vices was able to on-board over 400 new tance of Meals on Wheels this March who rely on this essential service to re- programs from across the country have clients to the Meals on Wheels program. and always. main healthy and independent at home. joined forces for the annual awareness The organization is in awe of the out- Elder Care Services, Inc. is a private As one of the area’s leading care provid- campaign to celebrate this successful pouring support from locals and busi- non-profit corporation, dedicated to im- ers for seniors in Leon county, Elder public-private partnership and garner nesses as they continue to provide con- proving the quality of life for seniors in Care Services is continuously seeking to the support needed to fill the gap be- sistent and nourishing meals. The pan- Leon and the surrounding counties, al- support and help seniors age comfort- tween the seniors served and those still demic has introduced the already on- lowing them to remain at home with ably without the fear of hunger or the in need. going harsh reality of food insecurity dignity. For more information, visit helplessness that can accompany being In 2020, Elder Care Services served and social isolation occurring nation- ECSbigbend.org or follow us on Face- home-bound. 147,977 meals to older adults in the com- wide. Far too many seniors experience book at Facebook.com/eldercaretally.
The courage to ask for help with Alzheimer’s
John Trombetta dealing with our own health issues or that we are working on. We haven’t been one with health needs. It’s not easy to Alzheimer’s Project Executive Director those of a loved one. We summon our able to do health fairs and those in per- talk with a stranger about these things, self-sufficiency and take the 20 pounds son events for a year now, but we are even though we know we need help. Health is a personal thing. As kids we of problems, throw them in a 10 pound still here and still helping folks like you. If you or someone you know is in were happy to show off our cast to have sack and wobble through the world try- So are many other non-profits in our need of services, or they are a caregiver, friends sign or get that special treat- ing not to fall. community. Sometimes, you just have please help them find that courage to ment at school. It helped us forget the Many community organizations offer to ask. raise their hand and ask for help. There pain that led us to have the cast in the various health care services at minimal As I mentioned earlier, health is very are great organizations right here in our first place or the annoying itch or inabil- or no charge. Our Alzheimer’s Project personal. As you age your health care community that will help them at little ity to use that arm, hand or leg brought support groups and respite rooms are needs grow more intimate. This causes to no cost. We are truly here because we us. As adults, our health is a more inti- offered at no charge. We are happy to us to not want to ask for help. That goes care and want to help. We will continue mate detail. take a donation, but do not require it. for caregivers and the person in need. to do our best outreach to find you, but Privacy laws and HIPPA have come a Yet, we know there are caregivers Caregivers take an enormous responsi- don’t be afraid to find us first. long way in making sure we have ulti- and those living with the disease who bility that is not easily unloaded be- You can contact Alzheimer’s Project mate decision authority on our health have not availed themselves of these cause of that self-sufficiency I talked at [email protected] or call care. It has also let us get away with not services. Yes, there are other barriers about earlier. The same goes for some- 850-386-2778.
UPSLIDE: An award-winning meaningful conversation, and have fun! program that addresses loneliness, Tallahassee Senior Center: Mondays, 3 4:30 p.m. OR Thursdays, 1–2:30 p.m. isolation & depression Lincoln Neighborhood Center: Every other Wednes- Are you feeling isolated at home and need someone to day, 1 p.m. talk to? Would you like to meet new people? UPSLIDE can help! During this time of social distancing and un- Upcoming dates for LNC: March 17, March 24, April 7, certainty, our services include no cost on-line and tele- April 21and May 5 phone counseling; on-line chat groups for compan- Services are provided at no cost to participants, but ionship, for building friendships, support and fun; plus tance is available if needed! donations accepted. UPSLIDE is sponsored by the Flori- on-line activities and special events. If you are 50+ you da Blue Foundation, Tallahassee Senior Center Founda- UPSLIDE Friends Connection Chat Groups on Zoom: can join us! Email [email protected] or call tion, the City of Tallhassee and the FSU College of 850-891-4066 for more information. Technology assis- Join us and meet new people, share ideas, engage in Medicine.
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I want to take this opportunity to thank each of you who donated in Mom’s memory to the TSC, as well as all of you who texted, emailed, sent cards, and Facebook messaged over the past 3 months. It was the closure to a long journey that lasted 8 ½ years following Dad’s unexpected death. Mom showed so much courage and desire to stay active although her Art, Lifelong Learning and Wellness Julie Clark; Deborah Crosby; Adeline physical mobility and cognitive abili- classes on line – keeping seniors con- Evans; Jacque Foster; Beverly Frick; ties continued to decline. With the nected, and mentally and physically Ben Girtman; Marguerite Glasgow; strength of her faith and many loving healthy. Emails and phone calls pro- Sherward & June Gomillion; Tonya friends and caregivers she continued vide resources, activities, and ideas Harris; Bruce & Margaret Harter; to touch people’s lives with her sweet for staying engaged. Go to www.Talla- Frances Kochan; Christine Koontz; spirit and big smile almost until her hasseeSeniorFoundation.org to learn Frances Kratt; Phyllis Kupiszewski; very last day. Your gifts will help other more. Susan Moody; Jerome & Joanna No- seniors find the warmth of good and We appreciate everyone who vey; William & Alice Pomidor; Wy- caring people at the TSC as Mom did. helped us celebrate Membership nette Power; Gloria Sanchez; David & With heartfelt gratitude, thank you for Month by showing your love for the Ann Schelbe; Linda Stalvey; John & helping this work continue. TSC ser- Senior Center! Frances Stiles; Scott Wagers vices will be needed more than ever Congratulations to our Member- New and Renewing Members: Due coming out of this pandemic. Your Di- ship Month Winners! to limited space in this issue of Active rector, Friend, and Colleague, Sheila. Nancy Buck; Lorraine Coonrod; Living, your memberships are listed Membership Makes Programs Mary Gwin; Judy Murphy; Sunny & on our TallahasseeSeniorFoundatio- Happen Daniel Saunders; Dotte Shearn; Linda n.org website. We are extremely Thanks to your Membership and Stalvey; Susan Trimble grateful for your continued support. donations, Tallahassee Senior Center Be a Key to Active Aging HONORARIUM DONATIONS programs continue to happen! Your Join the Tallahassee Senior Foun- In honor of: Nicolette Castanga support allows us to provide Fitness, Mary Salyer dation today. Your contribution sup- By: Alana Gissen ports programs for active adults and In honor of: Jodye Clark enhances services that keep seniors By: Susan Hilton connected. Mail your annual member- MEMORIAL DONATIONS Thinking of Selling? ship contribution to the Tallahassee In memory of: Joan Reibman How About Buying Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St., By: Catherine Williams downsizing to a Tallahassee FL 32303 or visit Talla- In memory of: Devon Vasquez, TSC hasseeSeniorFoundation.org/Mem- FSU Student Volunteer smaller home? Or, bership for more information or to join By: Alexa Alvidrez just staying in your online. In memory of: Mary Salyer present home? Membership: Senior Citizen (Age By: Wendy Barber; Carol Boebinger; 50+) $30; Senior Couple $50; Sup- Karen Boebinger; Dana Bowermeister; With over 46 years porter (under age 50) $40 Neil & Cindy Brown; David & Audrey in real estate, and Key Holders: Friend $120; Bronze Bynre; Addie Carroll-Beal; Kristy Car- $240; Silver $540; Gold $1,020; Ruby ter; Nicolette Castagna; Karin Caster; with 85 COLDWELL $1,500; Platinum $2,520; Diamond Michael & Debbie Chbat; Jan Collier; BANKER agents $5,040 Clyde & Patti Cordle; Melissa Corson; to back me up, Thank you for being a member! Lisa Covert; Marynell Dales; Susan we will make your The following list includes Decem- Davis; Lynda Dickens; Ashley Ed- wishes come ber 2020-February 2021 Members wards; Daniel Elias; Mary Ann Fitz- Platinum Keyholder gerald; Nancy Gentry; Angie Good- through. Foy Winsor man; Maureen and Joe Haberfeld; Silver Keyholders Gordon & Aurora Hansen; Jennifer Give me a call. Mike Francis Haskins; Jesse & Rita Hodsdon; Linda Let’s talk. Bronze Keyholders Hudson; Dorotha Ingle; Laurie Ko- Mary Louise Bachman; Adrienne burger; Melanie Lachman; Deborah Bowen; Vivian Evans; Annette Gaul; Moroney; Lisa Myrick; Ruth Nickens; Gordon & Aurora Hansen; Virginia Arthur Rhynes; Linda Roberts; Nick E Ann Cleare Horak; Maxine Kendrick; Earl & Eliza- Schrader; Judy Shipman; Joan Spain- Realtor Emeritus beth Lines; Charles Nam; Philip Pot- hower; Michael & Hella Spellman; Senior Real Estate Specialist Real Estate Counselor ter; Stephen Rollin & Mary Apple; Bar- Sandra Stoutamire; Mike & Lori bara Steffes Swanson; Patti Wallace; Zippy War- 850-544-0109 Friend Keyholders tenberg; Jean Williams; Jerry & Janice [email protected] Harry Ackerman; Karen Boyster; Wise; Shirley Zahn
14 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING A last interview: In honor of Ed Duffee Jr. Rosetta Land those over 50, the senior ticipants directly benefit, not only from Street. He sold a wide assortment of TSC Volunteer center plays a vital role in the programs,” the former TSCF presi- vegetables and fruit at his stand. their quality of life,” says dent believes, but from “the commrad- Choose from avocados to greens and We want to express our deepest regret Ed. “At little or no cost to ery of sharing time together and keeping sweet potatoes. Cukes, tomatoes and that Mr. Duffee passed away Feb. 16, participants, even in the tabs on one another.” squash are among other fresh picks. shortly after this interview was con- pandemic, seniors can “Board members today must bring Shoppers are going to miss Ed’s special- ducted. Because his story is such an ex- Duffee participate in creative creative fundraising ideas to the table. I ty – his homemade cane syrup! cellent example of all that the Tallahas- programs. “Especially think of myself as a stakeholder, an am- Ed also loved to fish. One time he see Senior Center represents – we want- now with COVID-19, I like to feel that my bassador for the Center. I encourage caught two bass weighing over 15 ed to publish it. Our hope is that you will donation plays an important role in en- others to donate and become involved. pounds in area lakes. But, he claimed be inspired and motivated by this couraging older adults to try new ways Let’s fund it together. It’s just personally with much enthusiasm, “Alberta is still amazing trailblazer and wonderful per- to connect and keep growing in a re- rewarding to know my wife Alberta and my favorite catch!” son. Ed always came to Board meetings laxed and welcome environment. I contribute to such a valuable asset for Ed was honored as a Silver Star by and TSC events with a presence of digni- They’ve learned to Zoom,” he adds with area seniors.” the Tallahassee Senior Center in 2015 ty and personal warmth – a combina- a smile. He and Alberta married in 1962 — and leaves a legacy of giving and always tion that is greatly admired. Classes continue to be offered via the three days after he completed his three finding purpose in life. Donations may Ed Duffee takes his responsibility to virtual format that is now a popular way years, three months and three days in be made in his memory to the TSC Foun- help others seriously. He serves the Tal- to connect with new and innovative the US Army. He holds a law degree from dation. He will truly be missed at TSC lahassee senior community with con- programs. Without ways to stay in- Florida Agricultural & Mechanical Uni- and in our community. tinued support to the Tallahassee Sen- volved, experts warn us that seniors can versity (FAMU), served as a legal assis- Many people see lives touched by the ior Center & Foundation. Ask him why become depressed or uninterested in tant under Secretary of State Tom Ad- Tallahassee Senior Center. We are he is a frequent donor to this nonprofit daily life. ams, and was an adjunct professor at driven to help seniors stay active, so- organization and he’s proud to share Ed points out that Sheila Salyer, ex- Florida State University. “As a legal as- cially fit, and engaged in their commu- with you that he believes in his mission ecutive director of the center, remains sistant for Secretary Adams, I was the nity. We hope you will consider the TSC “to improve someone else’s life.” Ed committed to the challenges and has the first African American professional to Foundation in your charitable giving. served as TSCF president for two terms ability to lead staff moving forward. work in the Capitol since Reconstruc- The legacy created by planned gifts will and has seen the difference that “quality This is important to Ed as a donor. “The tion,” Ed notes. assure that programs and services will programming and services can make in center has dedicated, sincere people In closing, every Saturday, this octo- continue to be available to seniors in the the lives of seniors.” working there. It’s a place where partici- genarian could be found at the French- future. If you have questions, email Kar- “By making beneficial health checks pants can feel welcome and relaxed – town Farmer’s Market on the corner of [email protected] or call 850-891- and interesting classes available to even though now it’s by Zooming. Par- Martin Luther King Blvd. and Georgia 4000
Help embrace new possibilities on 60th birthday
Lori Swanson h What activities are fun and mean- offer all these opportunities in new vir- Community Development ingful to me? tual ways to meet our mission of keep- h What type of exercise makes me ing seniors active and engaged. Celebrating 60 years with joy, grace, feel strong and healthy? This is why I have decided to cele- and a dash of sass! h What do I still want to learn and brate my 60th birthday with a fundrais- “Big” birthdays are a time of joy and what engages me? er for the TSC Foundation. I love being a reflection and this 60th birthday has me h How can I better love and serve my part of this team of amazing people that focused on embracing the possibilities family, friends, church, and communi- work together to not just improve the and the opportunities as well as appre- ty? lives of seniors, but to make life fun— ciating all that I’m grateful for—my mar- Life is what we make it, and that is so even during a time of isolation and fi- riage (37 years!), our wonderful family, powerful. Five years ago, I embraced a nancial challenges. I am starting this off and the arrival of our first grandchild second career with the Tallahassee Sen- with a donation of $1,000 and a goal of (just call me Gigi!), fabulous friend- Lori and Mike Swanson ior Center and Foundation. I found out it $5,000. Please join me in supporting ships, and a job that I love. is a very cool and happening place with this cool and happening place, and It has me considering what I still numerous opportunities to learn new cheers to big birthdays! want to accomplish, examining my pri- Center began with an exercise in asking things through the Lifelong Learning Lori Swanson works for the Tallahas- orities, and focusing my time and atten- some life questions to gauge what is im- program, to take fabulous Fitness and see Senior Center Foundation in Com- tion where they are most needed. This is portant to us. As I embark on this new Art classes, to learn a new language or munity Development. You can join Lori’s a chance to consider purpose and pas- decade, I have come up with my own set play the ukulele, to volunteer, and a host celebration of active living by making a sion in both our personal and profes- of questions: of other activities. Staying active and donation at www.TallahasseeSenior- sional lives. A recent Legacy Planning h What makes me excited to get up engaged is always possible with our Tal- Foundation.org or mail to TSC, 1400 N. Workshop at the Tallahassee Senior each morning? lahassee Senior Center! We continue to Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 15 TALLAHASSEE SENIOR SERVICES CALENDAR– VIRTUAL + Tallahassee Senior Center Fitness Classes on WCOT We are now offering online classes some which require pre-registration for the Zoom link. Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday at 9 am Please note the initials in the parenthesis after the class title. The corresponding contact Staying active is one of the most important things we can do to stay healthy and age name and registration email address is noted at the bottom of the calendar. Description and Registration located at: TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org successfully, and we realize you are missing your weekly in-person classes. To help you access quality senior fitness, WCOT (Channel 13 on cable or Talgov.com/ MONDAY TUESDAYWEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY WCOT) will now be airing four TSC classes with some of your favorite instructors. Fitness classes are provided by the City of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs MAR 15 MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 18 MAR 19 10:30a Adv. French Quit Smoking Now 8:30a Capital Coalition 11a Stretch & Flex 9a English 2nd and the Tallahassee Senior Center and Foundation. Learn more by visiting Talgov.com/ ZM (KC) PRR (RN) 224-9340 on Aging (KC) FB (RN) Language (KC) 11a Brain Body 11a Mindful 9:30a Brown Bag 1p Friends 11a Seated Yoga Seniors. Below are the classes that you can view. Balance FB (RN) Movement FB (RN) Medicine Review ZM Connection ZM (ML) FB (RN) 11a Beginner’s Ukulele (RN) 1:30p LLL-Living 11a Ukulele Monday Mindful Movement w/ Lori Roberts, certified NIA yoga instructor PRR ZM (KC) 11a Gentle Yoga FB (RN) Abroad During Fingerstyle Mindful Movement is a gentle, yoga-based, fitness class focuses on increasing energy, 12:30p Hands-On Art 11:15a Adv. Painting Pandemic ZM (MH) PRR ZM (KC) History ZM (JH) Critique ZM (JH) 7p Capital reducing falls, and maintaining flexibility. 1p Advisory Council 1:00p LCSO Advisory Chordsmen ZM (KC) (SS) Council (SD) Brought to you in partnership with Capital Health Plan. 3p Friends Connection 1:30p Draw with ZM (ML) Your Eyes ZM (JH) 7p GAP Circle of 7p LLL-Celebrate St. Wednesday Gentle Yoga w/ Ferdouse Sultana, E-RYT® 500 Parents ZM (KB) Patrick’s Day ZM (MH) 7:15p Al-Anon- Enjoy a gentle yoga class which includes both standing and mat poses for balance (a tallyalanon.org chair is an option). Benefits include improved range of motion, flexibility, balance, and MAR 22 MAR 23 MAR 24 MAR 25 MAR 26 strength. It also focuses on breathing exercises for stress reduction and relaxation. 10:30a Adv. French Quit Smoking Now 10a Breathing Easier 11a Stretch & Flex 9a English 2nd ZM (KC) PRR (RN) 224-9340 with COPD ZM (RN) FB (RN) Language ZM 11a Brain Body 11a Mindful 11a Gentle Yoga FB (RN) 1p Friends (KC) Balance FB (RN) Movement FB (RN) 11:15a Adv. Painting Connection ZM (ML) 11a Seated Yoga 12:30p Hands-On Art 3p LLL-Voices and Critique ZM (JH) 1:30p LLL-Were FB (RN) Friday Brain-Body-Balance w/ Merisha Johnson Phillips, AFAA-CPT History ZM (JH) 1p Votes: Democracy 1p Friends Connection the Confederates 4p Art Reception An active-aging, fall-prevention program created to be fun while reversing many types COVID-19 Vaccine in America ZM (MH) LNC ZM (ML) Traitors? ZM (MH) ZM (JH) & Therapeutics ZM 1:30p Draw with 7p Capital of aging. The class fuses physical movement with brain-enhancing drills to improve (KB) Your Eyes ZM (JH) Chordsmen ZM (KC) 2:45p Poetry Group 2p Foundation Board balance, memory, brain health, reflexes, and daily life. Have a chair on hand. ZM (KC) Meeting ZM (SS) 3p Friends Connection 7:15p Al-Anon- ZM (ML) tallyalanon.org Saturday Stretch & Flex w/ Robin Perry Davis, ACSM MAR 29 MAR 30 MAR 31 APR 1 APR 2 10:30a Adv. French Quit Smoking Now 11a Gentle Yoga FB (RN) 11a Stretch & Flex 9a Virtual Office This class will help you stay strong, flexible, and mobile with gentle yoga-like ZM (KC) PRR (RN) 224-9340 11:15a Adv. Painting FB (RN) Hours with movement. Safe stretching routines maintain joint mobility and muscle flexibility. Some 11a Brain Body 11a Mindful Critique ZM (JH) 1p Friends Ruth ZM (RN) Balance FB (RN) Movement FB (RN) 1:30p Draw with Connection ZM (ML) 9a English 2nd classes will be seated, others use a mat, viewers can easily move between. 12:30p Hands-On Art Your Eyes ZM (JH) 4p LLL-Bonjour Language (KC) History PRR ZM (JH) 1:30p LLL-TLH & FL Crepes ZM (MH) 11a Seated Yoga 3p Friends Connection Territorial Bicentennial 7p Capital FB (RN) ZM (ML) ZM (MH) Chordsmen ZM (KC) 11a Ukulele For more info, contact our Health & Wellness Coordinator [email protected] 7p GAP Circle of 7:15p Al-Anon- Fingerstyle Parents ZM (KB) tallyalanon.org PRR ZM (KC) #Senior #fitness #flexibility #Stretching #mobility #yoga APR 5 APR 6 APR 7 APR 8 APR 9 10a Mindfulness FB Quit Smoking Now 11a Nutrition Goals ZM 10a Meditation FB 9a English 2nd Staying active is one of the most important things we can do to keep healthy and (RN) PRR (RN) 224-9340 (RN) (RN) Language (KC) age successfully. While we can’t be together in person, we encourage to join us for a 10:30a Adv. French 11a Mindful 11a Gentle Yoga FB (RN) 11a Stretch & Flex 11a Seated Yoga ZM (KC) Movement FB (RN) 11:15a Adv. Painting FB (RN) FB (RN) variety of virtual fitness classes, offered 3 ways for your viewing convenience: 11a Brain Body Critique ZM (JH) 1p Friends Balance FB (RN) 1p Friends Connection Connection ZM (ML) (1) WCOT (Channel 13 on cable or Talgov.com/WCOT) on TV - M/W/F/& SAT @ 9 a.m. 11a Beginner’s Ukulele LNC ZM (ML) 2:30p LLL-Dallas PRR ZM (KC) 1:30p Draw with Holocaust & Human (2) On demand: www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/on-demand-classes/ 12:30p Hands-On Art Your Eyes ZM (JH) Rights Museum ZM History ZM (JH) 7:15p Al-Anon- (MH) 3p Friends Connection tallyalanon.org 7p Capital (3) Posted on our Foundation page at 11:00 a.m. – Tallahassee Senior Center ZM (ML) Chordsmen ZM (KC)
The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer programs, activities, and opportunities
TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER, 1400 N. Monroe Street, 891-4000 designed to encourage active living, optimal aging, and
LEGEND - PRR= Pre-Registration Required; LLL=Lifelong Learning; FB=Facebook; ZM=Zoom Meeting social fitness for independent adults age 50+.
(KB) [email protected]; (KC) [email protected]; TSC programs like these Fitness classes are supported by donations to the TSC Foundation. (JH) [email protected]: (MH) [email protected]: (ML) [email protected] If you would like to contribute or become a member, go to www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.
(RN) [email protected]; (SS) [email protected]; (WB) [email protected] org or mail your check to: TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL, 32303.
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Despite our temporarily closed doors, we are working hard to develop and share opportunities (such as virtual, live and on demand classes) to keep our age 50+ participants active, optimally aging, and socially fit. Now more than ever, your support is very important to make this possible and we encourage your donations for virtual and on demand classes – to donate, TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org; click the donate button (top right hand corner) or to become a member or renew your membership – click the membership tab - or checks can be mailed. TD-0000300557 16 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2021 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING