At The Garlands, we believe that the secret to happiness and joyful longevity is a healthy balance of physical and mental fitness, a sense of community and a positive attitude. Our members feel better, age better and live better with this inspiring approach we call Inspira! Gazette FEEL Beter. AGE Beter. LIVE Beter. A Newsletter for the Members of the Garlands of Barrington

FEBRUARY 2020

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jackie Matecki, Natalie Sponsler, and Bobbie Anderson celebrate January birthdays with John Adair.

CELEBRATING BOOKS AND FRIENDSHIP Book Browsers Book Club at their annual luncheon Breataking View honoring a year of friendships and good books. ... in every season!

1000 Garlands Lane, | Barrington, IL 60010 FEEL Beter. AGE Beter. LIVE Beter. thegarlands.com | (847) 756-3000 Special Events

Saturday Birthday Bash with Olga Skylanskaya - rsvp to *07 FEB 1 Robie Lounge 1:30 - Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Olga Sklyanskaya started playing the 2:30 pm piano at six and received her Master of Music from the DePaul University School of Music. She performs throughout the greater Chicago area and works as a vocal accompanist at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music. Olga will perform selections by Schubert, Rachmaninoff, Chopin, and Ravel. We’re also celebrating the 100th birthday of Dave Guthrie! Please enjoy a special treat and wish Dave continued health and vitality! Friday Instant Pot/Crockpot Cooking (and Eating!) FEB 7 with Ann Wayne - rsvp to *07 11:00 am - Surround Sound Theater 12:00 pm Ann will demonstrate air-fryer recipes and why they’re so delicious. Reserve a spot, and bring your appetite!

Friday Gail Anderson’s Spring Time Pop-Up Shop! FEB 7 Wellness Hallway 11:00 am- You loved her Christmas selection; come see Gail’s goodies for 5:15 pm Valentine’s, Easter, and spring in general.

Friday Valentine’s Day Party with the In Session FEB 14 Jazz Orchestra - rsvp to *07 Performing Arts Center 7:00 - 8:15 pm The In Session Jazz Orchestra (they played here New Year’s Eve 2018) returns to perform love songs and all your big-band favorites along with marvelous vocalist Anna Banna. Professional dance couple, Marianne and Michael, will show us a few numbers and then look forward to doing the Electric Slide, swing, and other dances with YOU! The orchestra will be in tuxedos so dress up as much as you like!

SUNDAY Artist Reception with Lauren Galanty - rsvp to *07 FEB 16 Art Gallery 1:00 - Barrington resident Lauren Galanty enjoys finding beauty in things 2:30 pm other people miss. She is thrilled that The Garlands is hosting her first Photography Exhibition and looks forward to sharing her work with you!

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Tuesday Mardi Gras Celebration - rsvp to *07 FEB 25 Performing Arts Center 7:00 - After Chef Ergin’s Mardi Gras Buffet, pick up your masquerade 8:00 pm mask in the Performing Arts Center and swing to the celebratory tunes of Tim McNamara’s New Orleans Trio.

Wednesday Frederick Moyer, World-Class Classical Piano Concert FEB 26 - rsvp to *07 (Those who RSVP will be seated first) 7:00 - Performing Arts Center 8:00 pm His September recital thrilled everyone in the room; we’re so excited to welcome concert pianist Frederick Moyer back to The Garlands. He has performed with the Boston Symphony and The Boston Pops (both, starting as a teenager), made his Carnegie Recital Hall debut at 25, and has appeared as piano soloist with the Cleveland, Philadelphia, and Minnesota Orchestras; the St. Louis, Dallas, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Houston, Singapore, Netherlands Radio, Latvian, Iceland, and London Symphony Orchestras; the Buffalo, Hong Kong, and Japan Philharmonic Symphony Orchestras; the National Symphony Orchestra of Brazil; and the major orchestras of Australia. His 22 recordings comprise works by over thirty composers. 1996 Pulitzer Prize winner, George Walker, composed for him. Mr. Moyer punctuates his program – time-honored favorites as well as pieces you may be hearing for the first time – with brief anecdotes about the composers and his own contagious passion for music in all its forms. A MoyerCam projection system allows the audience to watch his hands throughout the program. CDs ($15) and books will be available after the performance. Cash, check, and credit cards accepted. Do not miss this extraordinary hour!

Thursday New Member Reception - rsvp to *07 FEB 27 Robie Lounge 4:30 - Meet or reacquaint yourself with your neighbors! Over cheese 6:00 pm and crackers, long-time Garlands members reach out to welcome new members, who receive a corsage upon arrival. Everyone will have name tags! Introductions begin at 5:00 pm, followed by a group photograph and conversation before dinner. If you’ll be dining in the Winslow, be sure to reserve (*17) so you don’t wait in a long line.

FOR ALL EVENTS, PLEASE RSVP SO WE CAN BE READY FOR YOU. We sometimes need to invite walk-ins to wait until those who have reserved are seated. If you’re unable to make an event for which you’ve registered, please cancel (*07) so someone else may have that seat.

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Tuesday Craft in the Afternoon - rsvp to *07 FEB 28 Wellness Hallway (12 person limit; you must rsvp) 1:00 - Let’s add some springtime charm to the dining tables in Skilled 2:00 pm Nursing. Lynn will bring all the supplies; you bring your kind spirit.

Friday The Golden Age of Hollywood with Louella Parsons! FEB 28 - rsvp to *07 7:00 - Performing Arts Center 8:00 pm As Louella Parsons, Hollywood’s most dynamic gossip columnist, Martina Mathisen transports you to old Hollywood to hear about the triumphs and most scintillating scandals of the era’s biggest stars. Feared by celebrities and adored by Hearst, the Queen of Hollywood could make or break a career with a few taps of her typewriter and, in her heyday, had a following of more than forty million readers. Always a favorite, Martina has wowed members with her Super Structures and Marie Antoinette, among others. Have tea, a sweet, and enjoy the show! Saturday Pan-Hellenic International Badge Day: FEB 29 Wear Your Letters on Your Heart - rsvp to Dining *17 Performing Arts Center, $15 (goes toward monthly allotment) 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Join other sorority alumnae from the Northwest Suburbs for a brunch buffet to celebrate International Badge Day. Honor your separate and distinct Greek-letter affiliations by wearing your badges or letters while celebrating the common sorority experience. Badge or no badge, reserve your spot and come!

Save the Date!

Thursday Yale A Cappella Group Redhot & Blue - rsvp to *07 MAR 12 Performing Arts Center 7:15 - Started 40 years ago with several Whiffenpoofs, Redhot & Blue 8:15 pm continues to pay homage to the great pioneers like Fitzgerald, Armstrong, Ellington and Holiday. Their repertoire has expanded, however, to include a wide variety of genres, from the Beatles to Broadway and beyond. Their distinct arrangements and award- winning sounds continue to set them apart in the music scene at Yale and across the globe. This program will be open to the public, so be sure to rsvp.

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SUPER BOWL 2020 - rsvp to *07 Music at The Garlands with Bruce Smith Sunday, February 2, 5:30-10:00 pm, Timbers Lounge - rsvp to *07 Cheer your team alongside friends and neighbors. Friday, February 7, 4:00-5:00, Surround Sound Theater We’ll provide chips, dips, popcorn, and soft drinks and Monday, February 10, 11:00 am-12:00 pm, (for the number of RSVPs we receive). Surround Sound Theater This program includes a variety of high-definition music and dance videos, among them: ”You Don’t Know Me” Norah Jones, “Tico Tico” Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, “I Dreamed A Dream” Les Misérables, “Have I Told You Lately” Sissel, “An American in Paris” the musical with Pas De Deux Ballet, “I’ll See You In My Dreams” guitarist Richard Smith, “The Way You Look Tonight” Tony Bennett duet with Faith Hill, “Almost Like Being In Love” from Brigadoon with Kelli O’Hara, “Where or When” Brian James and Susan Egan, “Midnight Girl in a Sunset Town” Sweethearts of the Rodeo, “Can’t Help Falling In Love” Andrea Bocelli, and “Theme from Cinema Dave Guthrie’s 100th Milestone Drop-In Paradiso” Ennio Morricone directs an orchestra in Monday, February 10, 10:00-11:30 am, Cafe San Marco’s square in Venice, Italy, plus others that you’ll enjoy. Stop by on this big day to wish Dave a Happy Hundredth and enjoy a doughnut hole or slice of the Please take the time to RSVP to the concierge at *07 Guthrie family’s famous banana bread! so that we know how many members to expect. This event quickly fills up quickly.

Valentine’s Bake Sale - Friday, February 14, 11am-2:00pm, Café Drop in for a homemade treat and help raise money for good works done for Team Members and the community. All profits go toward the Inspira fund! MAC Meet & Greet - Tuesday, February 18, 9:30-10:30 am, Cafe Are you interested in knowing more about “What is MAC?” Carol Brenner and Marilyn Helberg will be at the Cafe on Tuesday, February 18, from 9:30 to 10:30. Please stop by and have some coffee and conversation to meet us. We’d like you to bring suggestions, solutions, or items of concern to our attention. Each month two or three committee members will be ready to chat with you. -Marilyn Helberg, Chair

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Broadway at The Garlands: 42nd Street - rsvp to *07 Friday, February 21, 2:00-4:15 pm, Surround Sound Theater

BroadwayHD brings you into the Great White Way. You’ll be up close to the actors and see this show from the best seats in the house. Young Peggy Sawyer is fresh off the bus from small-town America and just another face in the chorus line on Broadway’s newest show. But when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy might just have the shot at stardom she’s always dreamed of. This musical lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Coffee with Management Wednesday, February 26, 9:30-10:30 am, Performing Arts Center This is a time for Management to update members, hear your thoughts, and answer any questions you may have. Help yourself to pastries and coffee.

February Birthdays

Wishing a Happy Birthday to those members celebrating their special day this month. Whether or not you have a birthday, please come celebrate at the Birthday Bash, Saturday, February 1, 1:30 pm, Robie Lounge. For more information, see Birthday Bash on Page 2.

Ruth Wohnrade - Feb 02 Fred Sponsler - Feb 12 Jerry Shadlen - Feb 24 LaVerne Finney - Feb 02 Judy Thierer - Feb 14 Corinne Anda - Feb 28 Sally Rayner - Feb 05 Marlene Lawton - Feb 14 Betty Lang - Feb 28 Carm Mistretta - Feb 05 Nancy Hamill - Feb 17 Mary Barnes - Feb 27 Jane Hoffman - Feb 10 Beverly Bromet - Feb 19 Josephine Buetow - Feb 11 Cathy Nardo - Feb 22 Marjorie Fitzgerald - Feb 12 Emanuel Semerad - Feb 23

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Harper College: Mary Oliver - rsvp to *07 Thursday, February 6, 2:00-4:00 pm, Burnham Room Mary Oliver, who spent a lifetime “making a world out of words,” passed away last year at 83. Her critics claim that her poetry is a little too sweet, a little too easy. But her admirers made her one of America’s most popular poets. She encouraged her readers to proclaim with her “When it’s over, I want to say, ‘all my life I was a bride married to amazement.’” In this talk, we’ll examine her life, her poetry of amazement, and her insights into the life of the spirit.

Harper College: Bursting the Corset, 19th Century Women Who Defied the Stereotypes, Part 1 - rsvp to *07 Tuesday, February 11, 1:00-3:00 pm, Burnham Room A corset illustrates the lives of many women in the 19th century: constrained and forced into an unnatural shape. But not all women lived in such a constricted way. This course introduces you to ten remarkable women: spies, suffragists, agitators, reformers; women like Sojourner Truth, Elizabeth Van Lew, and Mother Jones, who moved out of tightly- bound expectations and left an indelible mark on America. Class meets February 11th and 18th.

Great Decisions with Gary Midkiff - rsvp to *07 Friday, February 14, 10:00-11:30 am, Eastlake Dining Room Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. This month’s topic, Climate Change, and the Global Order. As much of the world bands together to come up with a plan, the U.S. remains the notable holdout. What is the rest of the world doing to combat climate change? What impact will the effects of climate change have on global geopolitics? If you would like to order the book ($32) for the 2020 series, which begins this month, please call Lynn (*13) and let her know you’d like to join this vibrant group of thinkers!

Harper College: Bursting the Corset, 19th Century Women Who Defied the Stereotypes, Part 2 - rsvp to *07, Tuesday, February 18, 1:00-3:00 pm, Burnham Room See Bursting the Corset, Part 1, above.

Harper College: And the Award Goes To… Might Makes Right, with Myra Loris - rsvp to *07 Friday, February 21, 10:30-11:30 am, Burnham Room This talk looks at two historical examples of America at its apex in its role of economic, military, and moral leader of the world, doing what was necessary, and right, to become a prominent force for positive involvement in the global community. Myra focuses on the late 1940s, the Berlin Airlift, and the Marshall Plan. If you haven’t experienced Myra, come see why her fans never miss a Myra Loris talk. 7 Wellness Programs

Care Navigators Counseling Program Wellness Center Hours We are gratified that so many members have taken advantage of this The Wellness Center is open and helpful piece of the emotional-health toolbox. In case you missed it, staffed by a Registered Nurse Care Navigators, Inc, provides one-on-one counseling services the first Monday through Friday 8:00 am Wednesday of every month for Garlands members dealing with loss, to 4:30 pm and on Saturday from depression, and/or anxiety and for those wishing to update or learn 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Garlands coping and problem-solving skills. Home Care Solutions Manager is available Monday through Friday Call the number below to meet with the warm and wonderful Rachel from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Risler, LCSW. Rachel earned her BA degree from Smith College and her MSW degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where she Blood Pressure Testing was a Hartford Geriatric Fellow concentrating in Aging & Interpersonal - call *40 Practice. She has over fifteen years of experience in geriatric social work, including long term care and hospice. Drop-in or make an appointment during Wellness Center nursing Rachel’s services are 100% covered by Medicare. Of course, hours to have the nurse check anything discussed with Rachel in a counseling session is completely your blood pressure and other confidential. Call Care Navigators (847-250-1829) for vitals. more information or to schedule your first appointment. Lab Services - call *40 Blood draw services are offered every Tuesday, 9:00 am in the THE DOCTOR IS IN… Wellness Center. Audiologist: Dr. Regina Dziewior - call *40 This service is provided by NICL Wednesday, February 12, Lab. Advance notice of, at a 9:00am – 11:30 am, Wellness Center minimum, 20 hours is required. Dr. Dziewior is now offering FREE Comprehensive Group / 15-minute hearing screenings for HealthPRO Rehabilitation Garlands members! - call *47 for information and With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Dziewior offers scheduling professional hearing evaluations along with state-of-the-art For all your therapy needs. hearing solutions including wireless hearing aid technology By appointment only. compatible with consumer devices such as TVs and cell phones. She also offers hearing aid repairs and maintenance services for Outdated Prescriptions and most brands. By appointment only. Other Medications Podiatrist: Dr. Warheit - call 847-577-1649 These items may be brought Wednesday, February 19, 8:00am – 3:00 pm, Wellness Center to the Wellness Center By appointment only. Monday through Friday Dentist: Dr. Mueller of Dental Health Onsite - call 773-929-8888 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Monday, February 10. Prairieview, 2nd Floor Exam Room, next to Please do not put them in the trash Nurse Station - By appointment only. or down the sink. Keep yourself Eye Doctor: Dr. Lenzen - call *40 and the environment safe. Prairieview, 2nd Floor Exam Room, next to Nurse Station By appointment only. The next appointments will be in March.

8 FEEL Better. AGE Better. LIVE Better. Wellness Programs - Lecture Series

Heart Health - rsvp to *40 Thursday, February 20, 11:00 am, Surround Sound Theater February is National Heart Health Month and heart disease is the nation’s leading cause of death. Learn about practical steps to protect your cardiac health. Presented by Wellness Nurse Annette Clark, RN. Sample Healthy Foods - rsvp to *40 Thursday, February 27, 11:00 am, Wellness Hallway Join us for a healthy taste of dark chocolate! The kitchen will prepare a tasty sample using this food. The Wellness Nurse will also give a short presentation on its health benefits.

Lecture Series Topics: If any member has an interest in any topic, please let one of the Wellness Nurses (*40) know. Maybe your topic will be the next one featured in our ongoing lecture series!

Ongoing Rides to Stores - rsvp *07

• All times listed are for departures, and all are at the 1000 Lobby. • If you’d like to be picked up at your building, please indicate this when you make your reservation. • The bus/car leaves on time. • The return trip to The Garlands is one hour after drop off at the store.

Butera Market Trader Joe’s 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10:00 am 21st and 3rd Monday of the month, 1:30 pm Eurofresh Market Walgreens 4th Tuesday of the month, 10:00 am 2nd Tuesday of the month, 1:30 pm Heinen’s Grocery Store Heinen’s Grocery Store Every Saturday, 10:00 am Every Saturday, 10:00 am Jewel-Osco Walmart Every Thursday, 10:00 am and 2:00 pm 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10:00 am

Reservations for Activities, Events, Lectures, Programs We want to give you excellence! The only way we know how to set up for an activity is by the number of members who reserve. PLEASE RSVP TO ALL ACTIVITIES REQUESTING AN RSVP We can usually accommodate a few walk-ins, but we’re unable to accommodate 25 or 30 without interrupting the program. If you won’t be attending an event for which you’re registered, please let someone else take your spot. Cancel by calling the Concierge at *07.

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What do you like to do? If it isn’t in this Gazette, please call Lynn *13, and we will try to get a group going. The following events are one hour unless otherwise indicated

Art in the Studio - Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, Mah Jongg, Wednesday Group - Wednesdays, Prairieview Art Studio 1:00 pm, Timbers Lounge, Fireplace Room BINGO - 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month, 4:00 pm, Mah Jongg, Thursday Group - Thursdays, 10:00 am, Game Room Game Room Birthday Bash - 1st Saturday of the month, 1:30 pm, Mah Jongg (Chinese), Friday Group - Fridays, 1:00 pm, Robie Lounge Timbers Lounge, Fireplace Room Co-Ed 8 Ball Pool - Saturdays, 2:00 pm, Timbers Men’s 8-Ball Practice - Tuesdays, 2:00 pm, Lounge Timbers Lounge Computer Lab with Bradley - Wednesdays, 2:30 pm, Men’s Poker - Thursdays, 2:00 pm, Timbers Lounge Resource Center Mexican Train Dominoes - Sundays, 1:30 pm, Timbers Dog (Penny the Irish Setter Therapy Dog and Her Lounge Human), Thursdays, 10:45 am, Wellness Hallway Movies - Sundays, 2:00 and 7:00 pm, Gin Rummy - Thursdays, 1:00 pm, Game Room Wednesdays, 7:00 pm, and Saturdays, 7:00 pm, Surround Sound Theater Hand & Foot Canasta - Tuesdays, 11:00 am, Timbers Lounge Music Appreciation with Jim Kendros - 3rd Thursday of the month, 2:30-3:30 pm, Prairieview, 3rd Floor Happy Hour - Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 4:30- Dining Room. Call Prairieview Concierge *37 ahead of 6:00 pm, Timbers Lounge. Thursdays, Fridays, time to be sure he’s coming. Saturdays, 4:30-6:00 pm, Robie Lounge Pinochle Players - Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00 Jewelry Repair & Sales by Betsy’s One-of-a-Kind pm, Thursdays, 7:00 pm, Game Room Jewelry - 1st Tuesday of the month, 1:30-3:30 pm, Wellness Hallway Scrabble (2 groups at the same time!) - 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Saturdays of the month, 1:00 pm, Game Room Just Talk -1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10:00 am, Eastlake Dining Room Sewing (need buttons re-attached? something hemmed? Member Marilyn Laystrom to the rescue!) Knit, Crochet, Stitch Group - 1st Wednesday of the 2nd Monday of the month, 1:00 pm, Wellness Hallway month, 1:00 pm, 2000 Entrance Living Room Therapy Dog, Penny the Irish Setter - Thursdays, Ladies Bridge - Mondays, 12:30 pm, Robie Lounge 10:45 am, Wellness Hallway Ladies Lunch - Mondays, 12:00 pm, Winslow Dining Room

Limited Ongoing Groups: These groups have limited space or require a specific number of people. Please contact Activities if you’d like to join or participate (*13 or 77415).

Book Browsers - 2nd Tuesday of the month, 3:00 pm, Eastlake Dining Room Co-Ed Bridge - Thursdays, 7:00 pm, Robie Lounge Keen Readers Club - 2nd Thursday of the month, 3:00 pm, Eastlake Dining Room Men’s Bridge - Fridays, 1:00 pm, Robie Lounge Page Turners Book Club - 2nd Monday of the month, 2:30 pm, Eastlake Dining Room

10 FEEL Better. AGE Better. LIVE Better. Spiritual Gatherings

You can get a list and map of local houses of worship (churches, temples, mosques) in the Resource Center. Member Services does provide transportation to local churches. Rsvp to *07.

Bible Study Tuesdays, 1:00 pm, Tiffany 1st Floor Living Room Catholic Communion Services Sundays, 10:45 am, and Wednesdays, 10:15 am, 3rd Floor PV Dining Room Christian Evening Monthly Service 3rd Monday of the month, 7:00 pm, Surround Sound Theater Lenten Communion Services Wednesdays, February 26-April 8, 1:00-2:00 pm, Surround Sound Theater As we approach Easter, pastors from the Barrington Ministerial Association will preach and serve communion each Wednesday during Lent. The first will be Ash Wednesday, February 26: Chaplain Tom Burns, communion and distribution of ashes. Regular Episcopalian Communion will resume Tuesday, April 28. Presbyterian Series with Pastor Joe Thursdays, 1:30 pm, Surround Sound Theater Protestant Service Used to be the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 11:00 am, Surround Sound Theater. Father Tom will no longer bring a monthly service to The Garlands. He will, however, be back for weekly Wednesday services during Lent.

Fitness and Inspiration

Go Red for Women! February is American Heart Month Friday, February 7, 7:00 am-7:00 pm, Fitness Center Wear something red to show your support for women’s heart month. Stop by the fitness center to get your heart rate up on our brand new Cybercycle, and continue working on your New Year’s fitness goals and resolutions! Valentine’s Day Pool Party - rsvp to *07 Friday, February 14, 10:00-10:45 am, Fitness Center Dive into a refreshing pool of love. Come join the lovey aqua participants as we grow our hearts in health and happiness! Enjoy a pink punch mocktail while we laugh, move and keep our hearts healthy! Strong Body, Strong Mind, Happy Heart Wednesday, February 19, 11:30am -12:15 pm, Performing Arts Center New Year, Do YOU! It’s your time to thrive, to shine, and to keep living your best life! What better way than to be part of the Strong Body, Strong Mind, and Happy Heart program! We kick this program off in the SST with some brain-healthy snacks and an overview of what this program is all about! Discover why you are so much more than just your genetics and how to use your mind and your heart to transform your life for the good. and continue working on your New Year’s fitness goals and resolutions!

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What is the MAC? Games! The Member Advisory Committee, a member- Any Sheepshead players out there? Three driven committee was created in 2005. They have a Wisconsinites who miss playing very much are process for selecting members and leadership and looking for more players. It’s a fun game… would you meet bi-monthly or as needed. They serve as an like to learn how to play? You could be an honorary active mechanism for members to share ideas and Wisconsinite! suggestions for improving services, programs, and Call Alice Van Egeren today! The Garlands lifestyle. The committee has an open dialogue with the Administration and is helpful Garlands Library Corner - Book Donations in guiding program development and enhancing If you have books to donate, it is vital that you current programs or practices. communicate with us before dropping them off at the library: our space is extremely limited, and we Humidity have no storage area. We accept books published Wintertime in northern Illinois requires heat in our after 2010, classics, and current “best sellers,” both apartments leading to dry air along with chapped fiction and non-fiction. skin and possible nose bleeds. The Garlands heating Thank you, system does provide some humidity but for comfort, Your Library Committee (71204 for all questions) more may be required. Solution- a small humidifier of your own. Due to minerals in our water supply Computer Lab it is wise to use distilled water in the unit or you Bradley Yu is graduating and moving on. Please will notice white ‘dust’ on your furniture. Purchase stop in (Wednesdays, 2:45 pm) to thank him for his distilled water at grocery and other stores or YEARS of service to Garlands members! And to meet Members Services has it available for delivery and Andrew Yang, who will take over Bradley’s spot. charged to your account.

Voting The Garlands provides transportation to the polls on March 17. Be sure you are registered to vote from your current Garlands address. Information on registering, early voting, and voting by mail is in the Resource Center, both on the bulletin board and as a flyer.

Knit and Crochet The Children’s Aid Society in Carpentersville was pleased to receive a baby sweater, hat and mitten set, 2 scarves, 12 pairs of mitts and 5 face cloths. These were made by a few of our ladies that meet the first Wednesday of the month at one o’clock in building 2 living room near the mailboxes. Plan to join them on February 5th.

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February Food and Beverage Events: Reservations are required for all events unless otherwise noted

The Sharing Table - rsvp to *17 by February 10 Wednesday, February 12, 11:30 am, South Winslow Dining Room New and established members are encouraged to attend the popular Sharing Table lunch to share the art of conversation with other members. New Neighbor Committee members will join you. The Sharing Table is usually the second Wednesday of Cooking Demonstration - rsvp to *17 the month in the Winslow. Call *17 and specify the Wednesday, February 12, 3pm in the Café Sharing Table. Lunch will be billed to your account. Coffee and cookies are on Activities. You may walk Watch and learn as one of our very own from the away with a new friend! Culinary team prepares a tasty dish in the Café! Small samples will be served at the end of the Special Valentine’s Day Dinner in Roycroft demonstration.Be sure to RSVP to ensure there are - rsvp to *17 Wednesday, February 12, 11:30 am, enough samples for all. Roycroft Dining Room. $50 Chef Ergin and his team pull out all the stops: Oysters Rockefeller, duck breast with a parsnip purée (and so much more). There is an amazing vegetarian option and Pastry Chef Julie’s special dessert. The Winslow will be open, as usual, and, in addition to its regular menu, will feature a special Valentine’s dish. Food & Beverage Member Meeting - rsvp to *17 Wednesday, February 19, 2:00 pm, Surround Sound Theater All members are welcome! F&B discusses past and future events and opens the meeting up to Members for Q and A. End of the Month Buffet- rsvp to *17 Sunday, February 23, 4:00 – 7:00 pm in The Café Join us for a Fried Chicken Buffet Mardi Gras Night Buffet- rsvp to *17 Tuesday, February 25, 5:00 – 7:00 pm, The Winslow Dining Room Chef Ergin and his team bring Louisiana to you. Please note, due to the Mardi Gras party in the PAC, dinner is in the Winslow and the Grill will be closed on this day.

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Key Outing Trips and Events: ALL outings require a reservation. Rsvp to Concierge *07.

A cost is associated with the Century 16 Deer Park: Met Opera - Porgy and Bess - rsvp to *07 outing. To reserve your spot on Wednesday, February 5, 11:30 am, 1000 Lobby, $28 the bus, you will need to sign Depart 11:30 am, Opera 11:55 am, Pickup, 2:00 pm, Back 2:15 pm a Payment Agreement at the Concierge Desk.

The Gershwins’ modern American masterpiece has its first Met performances in almost three decades, starring bass-baritone Eric Owens and soprano Angel Blue in the title roles. Director James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row, a Climbing stairs in required in setting vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its order to get to our event. inhabitants. An Afternoon of Oscar-Nominated Short Films 2020 - rsvp to *07 Saturday, February 8, 11:00 am, 1000 Lobby, $17 per member, Max of 6 A little walking is required Depart 11:00 am, Films 12:00 pm, Pickup 4:00 pm, Back 4:10 pm for this trip.

The Barrington Cultural Commission and The Catlow Theater present an afternoon of Oscar-nominated short films. Grab a bite to eat or drink at Showtime Eatery and take it with you to your seat while you Some walking is required enjoy the films. for this trip. Elgin Symphony Orchestra: The Power of Fate - Verdi, Strauss, and Wagner (Season Ticket Holders) - rsvp to *07 Sunday, February 9, 1:00 pm, 1000 Lobby A lot of walking is required Depart 1:00 pm, Concert 2:30 pm, Pickup 4:00 pm, Back 4:45 pm for this trip.

Andrew Grams, conductor Strauss, Oboe Concerto Frank Rosenwein, oboe Wagner, Siegfried Idyll Verdi, La Forza del Destino Overture Elgar, In the South

Long Grove Chocolate Factory Tour - rsvp to *07 Wednesday, February 12, 9:30 am, 1000 lobby, $5 per member Depart 9:30 am, Tour 10:00 am, Pickup 12:00 pm, Back 12:30 pm

A Chicago area tradition for two generations, this family-owned company is embracing the challenges of bringing Long Grove Confectionery Co. to the next generation and beyond. Watch as they create a sweet array of delicious mouth-watering chocolate and caramel! Free chocolate treat for each guest and shop in the store for your favorite valentine after the tour. $5 per member.

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Supper Club to Mago Grill and Cantina - South Barrington - rsvp to *07 Sunday, February 16, 4:40 pm, 1000 Lobby, Members pay for own meal, Max 12 members. Depart 4:40 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm, Pickup 6:45 pm, Back 7:05 pm

Barrington Area Library: Silver Stages Presents The Heroes of Rock with Skip Griparis - rsvp to *07 Wednesday, February 19, 1:30 pm, 1000 Lobby, free Depart 1:30 pm, Music 2:00 pm, Pickup 3:00 pm, Back 3:15 pm

Laugh and learn with the 100 Voices of powerhouse singer, guitarist, comedian & impressionist, Skip Griparis! Experience rock’s evolution from the 40s – 60s, then groove to Little Richard, Elvis, The Beatles, Hendrix & beyond! Volo Auto Museum Tour - rsvp to *07 Thursday, February 27, 10:00 am, 1000 lobby, $10 per member Depart 10:00 am, Tour 10:45 am, Pickup 12:30 pm, Back 1:00 pm

Perfect opportunity to check out this fascinating museum. Explore over 33 exhibits, vintage cars, campers, military exhibits, vintage boats and so much more. There is a food court inside, you can purchase lunch at your leisure. $10 per ticket and transportation! Last day of the season to enjoy this senior discount.

The Gazette To Go

Rebecca Blickenstaff enjoying the beach in Mexico. Marj Lutz took her Gazette and all 10 of her great grandchildren to the Houston, Texas Zoo.

Going on vacation? Going to visit family? You can’t take the Garlands with you, but you can take the Gazette. Bring along a copy of the Gazette and have a picture taken while holding it in front of something which shows where you have been. Give a copy to your children and grandchildren so they can join in the fun. Give Nate the picture and it will be displayed where all can see. Let’s see how far the Gazette can travel!

15 At The Garlands, we believe that the secret to happiness and joyful longevity is a healthy balance of physical and mental fitness, a sense of community and a positive attitude. Our members feel better, age better and live better with this inspiring approach we call Inspira! Gazette FEEL Beter. AGE Beter. LIVE Beter. A Newsletter for the Members of the Garlands of Barrington Be Adventurous!

The sky is the limit for Fred and Natalie Sponsler. Garlands members American Airlines pilot Fred and tax accountant Natalie were “fixed up” later in life by their fraternity brother teenage sons. Taking a risk on love again, the adventuresome Fred and Natalie began dating. A trained Air Force pilot and owner of his own Cirrus aircraft, Fred literally soared with Natalie through courtship, flying to dinner dates and weekend getaways across the country. Natalie confidently sat by Fred’s side in the cockpit to enjoy his bird’s-eye view of the world. In twenty years of marriage, they’ve since voyaged by air, land and sea to all corners of the globe. “You name it, we’ve been there!” In between jaunts, Fred and Natalie continue to reach new heights – Natalie works part-time, and the couple plans future trips and Garlands date nights on the calendar with friends and family.

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