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April 2012 • Vol. 26, No. 4 Page 2 • April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta On the Cover Art, history and friendships all tightly hooked together by SUSAN LARSON me hooked,” Floyd said. “Rug hook- ers are the greatest group I've ever ON THE COVER been involved with, always friendly Susan Di Puma holds hooked rug and warm.” that she adapted from a1942 black Hooked rugs spring from begin- and white photo of her mother and ners kits to adaptations from calen- aunts. dars, children’s books and photo- graphs to original designs. Some hooking artists use pre-cut wool, while others cut and dye their own. Some people do things with Some add unconventional touches interest. Some people do things with like velvet or taffeta. passion. And some people just get On the cover, Susan Di Puma of totally hooked. Duluth displays a rug she adapted Such is the case with the from a three by three inch black and Association of Traditional Hooking white photograph taken on Easter Artists, a national organization of Sunday in 1942. women – and men – who express “It’s a picture of my mother and their creativity through hooked rugs. my three aunts,” Di Puma said of her The Atlanta Dogwood Chapter masterpiece. She had no idea what meets monthly in Buford where color their clothes were, but after these artists hook up with each other enlarging the photo, she designed her to share their skills and keep their art own palette, showcasing her mother form alive. in teal, which she remembered was These hooking artists come from her favorite color. The rug, which is various backgrounds and pursue var- still a work in progress, has taken ious form of the craft. years. Di Puma hooked the entire President Deste Arthurton said, picture in the traditional wool, “I saw a hooked rug that I thought except for a bit of black velvet to was wonderful. I wanted to teach highlight the lapel of her mother’s myself, then saw a rug shop in suit. Mary Floyd and ATHA President Deste Arthurton hold a hooked Roswell where I took lessons. It To introduce their art to the pub- rug that Floyd adapted from a calendar. opened up a world of wonderful lic, The Atlanta Dogwood ATHA women and men. I’ve made wonder- Chapter will feature an exhibit “Off Gail Dufresne who will give an with the works of local artists will be ful friends through it.” the Hook: Exploring Our Rug audio visual talk on “Our Rug on display. With artistry, history, Mary Floyd of Roswell started Hooking Heritage” at the Gwinnett Hooking Heritage.” hands-on entertainment and a friend- hooking when she retired in 1988 Environmental and Heritage Center Demonstrations, hands-on activi- ly environment, there's something for and has been be at it ever since. in Buford from April 7 through June ties, beginners classes and advanced everyone to get hooked on. “I’ve quilted, crocheted, knitted 30. The big kick-off event on April workshops fill the schedule. For more information visit and cross-stitched, but this really got 14 will feature special guest speaker Hundreds of historic rugs dating as www.gwinnettehc.org or call far back as the 19th century along 770.318.3538. Louise Radloff named Georgia Mother of Achievement Submitted by Barbara Smith ognize the significant impact she has Harmony Grove UMC had on Gwinnett’s students and families. Louise believes that education is the way out of poverty. In addition to Georgia Mothers, Inc. of her work as an elected public official, American Mothers, Inc, has named she created and leads her own non-prof- Louise Radloff as Georgia’s Mother of it organization, Interlocking Achievement for 2012 because of her Communities, which provides support outstanding influence and achievement to families in so many ways – from in her family, her church, and her com- offering English classes to second lan- munity. Her faith is strong and she finds guage adults to a Saturday school for great joy in helping others. American elementary and middle school students Mothers, Inc. has honored Mrs. Radloff to provide small group tutoring and by selecting her as one of the top five instructional support at no cost. She Mothers of Achievement for 2012. works with local businesses and com- Mrs. Radloff’s passion for improv- munity agencies to secure resources to ing the quality of life for all of help families with food, shelter, and Gwinnett’s citizens is evident through clothing. her long-time commitment to the coun- In addition to working in the areas ty’s health and human efforts. For over of education and health and human twenty-five years she has worked with services, Mrs. Radloff has been a volun- and served on the Gwinnett County teer with the Gwinnett Juvenile Court Board of Public Health. for many years. Any organization sup- She has served on the Gwinnett porting children and families usually County Board of Education since 1972. has Louise actively involved in their She has been a long-standing advocate work. for every child and family within the Her former pastor said, “Most school system. Louise has a particular mothers have children numbering less passion for ensuring disadvantaged stu- than ten. Louise Radloff “Mothers” dents receive a quality education. Eight them in the thousands.” For this reason, years ago the Gwinnett school district her recognitions, honors, and awards are named a middle school after her to rec- legend. April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta • Page 3 Poets’ Corner Editor’s Note: If you have written a We just never took the time to The celebration of that day, Keep your eyes open and clear, “well-worked” poem which you really see So soon is put away. Take fear as your draw near, would like considered for publication, We just never really walked out Forgotten now His wounded side, Youth years are so dear. please forward it to: Senior News, P. side in the sun or rain And how His frame was flayed. O. Box 8389, Warner Robins, GA Alone to thank God because it Take charge of the things you 31095-8389. Please include your was He Upon a cross on Calvary’s Hill, choose, name and address on your poem. We So many years ago, They can be rough or smooth, will publish selected poems (or The flowers, trees and birds that His blood He spilled for all the There is to much to lose. excerpts) as space permits. fly lost, ********* Up high in the glorious sunny sky That salvation we could know. When your choice has been made The clouds that rumble quickly by ********* and life’s pattern has been laid, THANK YOU And even hearing our loved ones The golden years will soon come by Frankie Lee sigh THE GOLDEN YEARS and pass. by Maggie L. Patterson You admire the many paintings It is all from God above us all Will you pass life’s test, that hang in the museum halls Not man, but God, who caught The golden years are so sweet, So you can get eternal rest? You admire the many photos that our fall To be near the Master’s feet, were taken and put up at the Not man who painted the painting Many things we have to defeat. ********* malls great You express your thanks to the But God and our given faith Years of toils and struggles, MY ANSWER IS A PRAYER artist of them all heartaches and pain, by Vera King And even buy some to put up on Let’s give Him thanks for it was There is so much to gain. your wall He Have you ever asked yourself Who created all of this in us Rain will come and rain will go, Where did the years all go You thank the doctor that made Thank you God, for all that we Take heed of how you sow and What ever happened to them your family well buy grow. And what do I have to show And thank the person who helped Can never compare to thee. you when you fell The gifts that started out from you Make well the days of your youth, They went on a walk in the park You thank the friend for a kind were always given free They won’t always last, They went on a ferris wheel ride card in the mail One day they will pass. They went on a honeymoon And even your car when it didn’t ********* The day I became a bride fail Precious youth years can not be CALVARY reclaimed, Now that my days are numbered Think of all the thanks you give by Henry Newton Goldman Each year will bring a change, And the sun is beginning to set each day Be careful and protect your name. What could I have done better To people everywhere Two thousand years have passed Should I have any real regret For all the things you have and since then; The pleasures of life you will do in this life today The tree has turned to dust, admire, My answer is still in the air And then you find you missed And every spring we bring Him And began to desire. All I can do is say a prayer. someone that has forth, Always been close to you With praises and our trust. And a thank you that you failed ELIMINATE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE CO-PAYS to say The lilies white as His pure love, Are spread upon the ground Chances are your Medicare Advantage plan leaves you with out of The one that gave you eyes to see With flowers red like His shed pocket expenses. Expenses such as deductibles, co-payments and the wonders of this world blood; coverage limits tend to add up quickly. 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We can “They have senior citizen specials.” anyway. go out on the town together double- Either I live in denial or I’m “Nice for the rest of you,” I said, The next day, I told my friend dipping on all the senior discounts.” a slow learner, but somehow I man- “but I’m not that old yet.” John about my official passage into Uh-uh. I ain’t never getting that aged to get nearly a full year into my Even though the waitress assured senior citizenship. old. golden years without realizing I’m me I qualified, I preferred to project eligible for senior discounts. a youthful image by ordering blue- I was always aware of the dis- berry pancakes and cream and let counts. When my kids were toddlers, them eat from the old folks’ menu. Get your collards on! ELF Market Collard I shopped at Kroger every The next morning I met my Greens Cook-Off planned for April 14! Wednesday – Senior Day – because friend, Sandy, who worked in sales, that was my mother’s morning out. I for coffee. As we stood in line at a Special to Senior News Professional Prize – Official 2012 loved the silver-haired gentlemen fast food restaurant, I told her about Collards Cook-Off Champion plaque who offered me coffee at the door my experience at IHOP. The young and major bragging rights for the and even flirted with me a little. As I man behind the counter overheard restaurant; People's Choice Award – strolled through the aisles, big band me. “We give free coffee to seniors,” Let's get cooking! The East Custom trophy. music brought back memories of my he said. Lake Farmer's Market's 3rd annual Amateur cooks and professional toddlerhood. Wow, I thought, all Sandy jumped on it. “This cuts Collards Cook-Off will take place chefs are encouraged to download the these old people here used to dance corners on my expense account,” she Saturday, April 14, 10:30am-noon at entry form at www.elfmarket.org. to those tunes. said, not seeming to care that I still the market located at 2nd Avenue & Reduced entry fees and ingredient sub- As my kids grew older, my wasn’t with the program. Hosea L. Williams Drive in Atlanta. sidies may be available for chefs who need assistance to participate. schedule loosened up and I broke out A few weeks ago, I saw some Both amateurs and area chefs will The East Lake Farmers Market, a of my Wednesday routine. But now vases without price tags at Goodwill. compete for top honors. The ELF Market Collards Cook- 501(c)(3) organization, was founded in when I shop at Kroger on When I asked the cashier about 2009 to "build community with food" Wednesday, those elderly gentlemen them, she said they were a dollar Off supports the market's food assis- tance programs and promises a great by setting up a farmers market at an are no longer flirting at the door. each. morning of food and fun. A panel of intersection formerly known for crime Probably some young person com- “For that, I can buy them new at judges will choose amateur and pro- and drugs. In conjunction with the plained that flirting is a form of sex- the dollar store,” I said. fessional winners in the open competi- launch of the urban farm, the Saturday ual harassment. But what really “This is Tuesday, Senior tion. But that's not all: For a $10 tast- ELF Market will move to the farm's grabs me is that they now play music Citizen’s day. You get 25% off.” ing fee, attendees can sample all col- adjacent grassy lot (one lot west of the from the 60’s . What I danced to! “You’re offering me the discount lard greens recipes and vote on their Market's existing location). The ELF But still, it never sank in that I might without even asking for ID?” favorite for the People's Choice award. Market officially opened for its 2012 be eligible for the 5% discount. “Don’t need to. Wanna buy em?” ELF Market Collards Cook-Off season on March 24. Visit www.elf- One day after church my hus- OK. I surrendered. I’m not Prizes: Amateur Prize-$100; market.org. ThriftyMedsNow Notice to Seniors, Veterans .com and the Disabled What would you say if we told you that you don’t You don’t have to pay full price for have to pay your credit card or medical bills? your prescription drugs. 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Book Recommendations by encounters a girl who reminds her of Thirteenth Tale to all who love books unrelated types of crimes collide. The ANNE B. JONES, PhD her earlier self an unusual and poignant and the art of writing. Because I am a first involves the shootings of mothers friendship blooms. Her role in the writer, I was fascinated with her twists and children, horrific events that set Prayers for Sale young woman’s life reminds me of and turns of plot, her knowledge of San Francisco on edge. In counterpoint, Sandra Dallas, St. Martin’s Griffin, human “angels” who were there for me writing technique and her shimmer (the there is an unusual cat burglar at work, 2010 when I was young and made a major layering and symbolism embedded preying upon the rich who have caches impact on my life. One of these was a within). of jewels, carelessly left unprotected. woman named Lelah Beiser. Away The 9th Judgment is another Incorporating the dynamics of social The Thirteenth Tale from home with a small child, I looked installment in the James Patterson- issues such as domestic violence, the Diane Setterfield, Washington to her as my substitute mother. She Maxine Paetro series focusing on work rivets the reader through its pac- Square Press, 2007 probably never realized what a dramat- Detective Lindsay Boxer and her ing and characters. ic impact she had, but I will never for- crime-solving friends of the Women’s ********* The 9th Judgment get her kindness. I recommended this Murder Club. This one has a refreshing You may contact Anne at anneb- James Patterson and Maxine Paetro, book to my neighborhood book club. It double plot in which two seemingly [email protected]; annebjones.com. Little, Brown and Company, 2010 was greatly loved and led to a grand discussion. Wow! Wow! Wow! The Thirteenth Three books, easily obtainable Tale by Diane Setterfield is one of the Georgia Trust 2012 Ramble secondhand, have caught my attention. most well-written books I have encoun- I happened to see Prayers for Sale by tered. Works so overwhelmingly excel- Sandra Dallas, on paperbackswap.com. lent in craftsmanship are difficult to comes to Roswell Its blurb sounded interesting, so I find. The characters, dialogue, voice, setting, sensory details, plot, and origi- Special to Senior News tions presentations. Ramblers can “clicked.” explore Roswell’s charming historic A compelling novel set in the nality enthralled me throughout my reading. At the center of this magnifi- downtown shops, a picturesque mill vil- mountains of Colorado, the story cen- lage along the banks of the ters on the world of Hennie Comfort. cent story is the concept that what we The Roswell Historical Society and The Georgia Trust for Historic Chattahoochee River and a few of the Well in her eighties, she flashes back in perceive may not be real and illusion can entrap us and keep us from grow- Preservation have partnered to present town’s best kept secrets. time through her stories and her quilts. Awide variety of registration ing. Knowing reality and embracing the Spring Ramble in Roswell. Having led a hard but rewarding life, The Georgia Trust for Historic options are available. Tickets can be Hennie treasures her home in its moun- truth is what sets us free. A tale of purchased for all three days or touring “twins, ghosts, gardens, fire, and mur- Preservation is one of the country’s tain setting, a place colored with vivid largest, non-profit preservation organiza- for one day. Tickets are available at the descriptions and made real through sen- der,” the book has gothic overtones. As Georgia Trust website. Visit stated in its description, “Once upon a tions. It conducts two Rambles each sory detail. year to showcase historic cities in www.GeorgiaTrust.org for more infor- Filled with the colloquialisms of time there lived an author named Vida mation. Winter who told twelve tales, all lies. Georgia. Hennie’s southern heritage and punctu- The Roswell Ramble will take place Check out the Roswell Historical ated by insightful historical facts, Now that she is dying, she has decided on April 20-22. This three day extrava- Society new website and see all the Prayers for Sale gives a bittersweet to tell the truth.” Determining that truth ganza will include tours of historic sites, exciting happenings for 2012. See our look at our potential for spiritual is a journey that holds the reader spell- including private homes never open to new mascot, “Rucker!,” at www. growth and grace. When Hennie bound. I heartily recommend The the public, fabulous meals, and preserva- Roswellhistoricalsociety.org. April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta • Page 7 Out & About

Maestro Frank Boggs to be honored with a Gala Celebration for his 85th birthday Special to Senior News Atlanta tradition Kings Men. amongst many societies and affilia- when they present Answering a call as tions. Mr. and Mrs. Boggs are active "Carols by Minister of Music to members of Westminster Presbyterian Frank Boggs is not retiring! Candlelight" at the First Baptist Church in Atlanta. Known the world over for his rich, 7:30 p.m. on the Church of In a recent interview after packed golden, baritone voice – Mr. Boggs first Thursday Tallahassee, Florida, performances of his Georgia Festival has spent a lifetime dedicated to sacred night following it was at this time Chorus' Christmas concerts in music and it remains his consuming Thanksgiving. that he pursued his December, Mr. Boggs was quoted by passion! Mr. Boggs, beloved musician, This has become Doctorate at Florida saying "Choral music has gone choral director and soloist who has an annual event State University. through a sea change in the last ten or touched the lives of many from stu- for the past 21 In 1953, he was twelve years with the advent of con- dents to adults far and near, will be years which puts invited to go to temporary music," he pointed out. It's honored with a Gala Celebration of his Atlanta and sur- England for a year, a development that he finds dismay- 85th birthday on April 15, 2012 at rounding commu- ministering in song ing... as do many of the singers in the Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 nities in the holi- with Evangelist Tom choir he helped found. "I've got so Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, Ga. day spirit taking Rees. While there he many talented singers just because of 30068. He will lead his Georgia place at the recorded six B.B.C. this situation," he points out. He and Festival Chorus in their Spring Johnson Ferry TV special programs his choral compatriots prefer works Concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. and Baptist Church, and a daily B.B.C. with complexity and inspirational many welcomed surprises will be fea- Marietta, Ga. radio broadcast. He depth. "We feel like our mission in this tured on the program. Frank Boggs directed a choir of world is to save this kind of music," Mr. Boggs was the Choral is a native of 300 voices in Royal Mr. Boggs says. "Back when I was in Dallas, Texas and Albert Hall on 24 high school, I went to a wonderful Director of The Westminster School in Maestro Frank Boggs Atlanta, Georgia for 23 years when he a graduate of occasions. In June youth camp in Texas, with a wonderful retired in 1986. Even though he con- North Dallas High that year, he was the preacher," he says. "One night I felt tinued his career as a popular soloist School where he only American to God tapped me on the shoulder to tell and has accompanied himself at the played percussion in the school band partake in the coronation of Elizabeth me, "I have something special for you piano for many of his concerts, he and orchestra and sang in three choral II by singing at the Prayer and to do." Acclaimed singer Frank Boggs knew he would need to keep himself groups. He continued his education at Dedication Service before an audience has dedicated his career to sacred busy with one of his first loves – Baylor University where he was drum of 6,000 in the Royal Albert Hall on music! He wants to give back to the directing a chorus! So Frank put an ad major in the school band. While a stu- the eve of the Queen's ceremony in community what they have meant to in the local newspaper that he was dent there, he co-authored the Baylor Westminster Abbey. him! beginning a chorus. This was the cre- Fight Song which is still used today. Mr. Boggs has been married to his Frank Boggs will joyfully direct ation of The Georgia Festival Chorus He took part in the Youth Revival lovely wife, the former Doris Lyons, his Georgia Festival Chorus in one of (formerly called the Cobb Festival Movement which swept across the for 55 years and they are blessed with their Spring Concerts on April 15, Singers until they started traveling South in the late 40's and 50's. It was two daughters, Elizabeth (James) 2012 at 7:30 P.M. at the Johnson Ferry internationally). The first year he had there he was asked to be the first Garvin and Catherine (W.C.) Hoecke, Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry 18 singers and they sang Handel's recording artist for a new company and four grandchildren. He has been a Road, Marietta, Ga. 30068. An array Messiah for their first concert of the called Word Records. He has recorded mentor to many students who have of special guest performers and solos season. Over the years the enrollment 24 albums, three of them recorded gone on to become professionals in by the honoree will highlight the Gala has grown to 112 very talented singers with the London Symphony Orchestra. their careers. He has served many Celebration of his 85th Birthday. The from all walks of life. After graduating from Southwestern Churches in the metro community as concert is FREE and the public is cor- In 1993, they took their first Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. an interim or fulltime Minister of dially invited to attend this special European tour to England. They sang Worth, Texas, he received his Masters Music. Most have been blessed with occasion and reception following the concerts in Westminster Abbey, St. Degree at Columbia University, New his performances in concert. At one program. For additional information, Paul's Cathedral, All Souls Church, York City. While teaching for one year time he presented hymns for the day please visit www.tgafc.org, or send and St. Martins-in-the Field. The cho- at the Stony Brook School on Long on WSB Radio in Atlanta. He is listed email to [email protected], or rus has sung three times for the Rotary Island he founded their first choir, The in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, phone 404-234-3581. Club of Atlanta for their Annual Prayer Breakfast. During the Olympic year, they sang a concert in the Fox Theatre for Olympic guests and the families hosting them. They have also been one of the featured choirs in the Emory Choral Festival, Schwartz Center for Performing Arts at Emory University several times. In subsequent tours abroad, they have sung in Vienna, Salzburg, Ireland, and Italy, where they sang at High Mass at St. Peter's in Vatican City. In Denmark, they sang a concert at the royal palace for Prince Henrik's birthday. The Prince is a long-time friend of Mr. Boggs and Royal Consort to the Queen of Denmark. Among their many tours, the Chorus also sailed to Alaska aboard the Rotterdam of the Holland America Line in 2009. Two concerts on the ship preceded a concert in the largest Church of Juneau, Alaska. Their last tour was a return to England in 2011. Venues included Oxford Cathedral in Christ Church College, Holy Trinity in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle, Blenheim Palace, and Royal Albert Hall in London with a hundred piece symphony orchestra. The Georgia Festival Chorus' Christmas Concert has become an Page 8 • April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta DAR Honors Mrs. Lois Allen with the 2012 Community Service Award by DEBBIE HOUSTON Recreation Authority. From 2003 to 2010, she served as a board member of the Authority, and more recently from 2007 to 2010, On March 18, 2012, the she served as chair. She has also Philadelphia Winn Chapter conducted research for business- NSDAR of Lawrenceville pre- es, municipalities, and other sented Mrs. Lois Allen the “2012 groups interested in her expertise. Community Service Award.” The She has presided over forty-seven award recognizes Mrs. Allen’s groundbreakings and various ren- stewardship of the Gwinnett ovation ceremonies. She has writ- County Parks and Recreation ten articles and given speeches, System, which celebrates its 25th not only on the park system, but anniversary this year. Starting also on Gwinnett’s historical and with a handful of properties in green space preservation efforts. 1987, the county can now boast Philadelphia Winn Daughter of some forty-seven, thanks to Janice Rinaldo, who works for Mrs. Allen’s diligence. Gwinnett County Parks & Mrs. Allen, a retired middle Recreation, presented the award school teacher, began her county to Mrs. Allen. Left to right: Philadelphia Winn 2nd Vice Regent Lydia McGill of volunteerism with youth athletic To learn more about the work Snellville, 2012 Community Service Award Recipient Lois Allen of associations, park planning com- of today’s DAR, visit www. Snellville, and Philadelphia Winn Daughter Janice Rinaldo of Dacula. mittees, and the Gwinnett County DAR.org. Photo credit: Jim Freeman 2012 Georgia Golden Olympics scheduled for September 19-22 Special to Senior News in Warner Robins are qualifying those golfers who meet the good number of participants. games for the 2013 National minimum performance stan- The 50M Run, Hammer Throw, Senior Games scheduled for dards to qualify. This is a and Wii Bowling have been The 2012 Georgia July 21 - August 5 in change from past years where added. (Javelin is being consid- Golden Olympics is scheduled Cleveland, Ohio, When an ath- only MPS athletes qualified. ered but is not definite at this for September 19-22, 2012 in lete places first - fourth in most There are several changes at time.) So plan to start practicing Warner Robins, Georgia and national events, the athlete the Georgia event this year as now for these new events. All will be hosted by the Warner qualifies to compete in the well. New events have been of these, except Wii Bowling, Robins Recreation Department National Competition. Golf is added at the request of prior are National Qualifying events. under the direction of Mr. the exception which allows participants, so hopefully they There will be a limit to the James Dodson. The 2012 games only Gold medal winners and will be welcomed and will see a numbers who can participate in Wii Bowling, so if you are interested in the event, please register early to secure your spot. Registration for the 2012 games will begin in May and will be open until August 1 for the regular registration fee. After August 1 through August 15 registration will be accepted with a late fee. The registration form will be mailed and will be available on the website by May... www.georgiaoglde- nolympics.org. Make a tax deductible con- tribution to the Georgia Golden Olympics. The games are fund- ed by contribution from friends and supporters, so please make your contribution today. April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta • Page 9 The Ludwig Symphony Orchestra performs its season ending concert in Alpharetta, Georgia Special to Senior News member of the United Jewish Federations Speakers Bureau, he per- forms recitals around the country to promote the assistance of refugees. The Ludwig Symphony Yevgeny Kutik performs on a rare Orchestra presents "A Cherry Stefano Scarampella violin from Blossom Mother's Day Tribute" on Cremona, Italy. Saturday, May 5, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Wesley Morgan is a local tenor at the Fine Arts Center of the with the Atlanta Opera. Critics have Alpharetta High School. This gala noted "a rich and powerful voice, event features Russian violinist - especially mellifluous in the upper Yevgeny Kutik, in three romantic tessitura…an engaging musical per- showpieces and Atlanta Opera tenor sonality". Mr. Morgan has studied at - Wesley Morgan, in arias by Georgia State University and Oberlin Donizetti and Mozart. The evening’s Conservatory and sung with the St. program also includes Mozart's pop- Petersburg Opera, the El Paso Opera, ular Symphony No. 41 (Jupiter), the the Greenville Light Opera, Atlanta Brahms-Variations on a Theme of Lyric Theatre, the Capitol City Haydn, and Rossini's-IL Signor Opera, and the Pied Piper Players. Bruschino Overture. He will interpret the magnificent Yevgeny Kutik is a sensational "Fra poco a me ricovero" from young Russian violinist hailed for Donizetti's- Lucia di Lammermoor his "dazzling command of the violin and "Ich baue ganz" from Mozart's- and electrifying presence" (The New the Abduction from the Seraglio. York Times). Mr. Kutik will interpret Maestro Thomas Ludwig, former Tschaikovksy's Serenade music director of the New York City Melancolique, Wieniawski's Symphony and resident conductor Polonaise op. 4, and Sarasate's for American Ballet Theatre with Zigeunerweisen (Gypsy Airs). Born Mikhail Baryshnikov at the in Minsk, Belarus, Yevgeny Kutik Metropolitan Opera House, will lead began studies with Zinaida Gilels the seventy piece orchestra in the and later with the legendary Donald varied and colorful program. Weilerstein at the New England Recently returned from the Cairo Conservatory of Music. Winner of Opera House in Egypt, Thomas the Boston Symphony Orchestra's Ludwig is preparing a conducting Young Artist Competition, he then debut with the Brazil Philharmonic was soloist with Keith Lockhart and in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo. the Boston Pops. Mr. Kutik has per- Tickets may be purchased by formed internationally with the calling 770-623-8623 or online at Norddeutsche Philharmonie Rostock, www.ludwigsymphony.org. Prices: Germany's WDR Radio Symphony Adults, $19; Seniors, $17; Students, Orchestra, at Lobkowicz Palace in $10 (under 22). For information call Prague, and at the Ludwigsburg 770-623-8623 or visit our website: Schlossfestspiele in Germany. As a www.ludwigsymphony.org.

Yevgeny Kutik Violinist Page 10 • April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta Out & About

Alexis Collins will gracefully dance the part of Aurora in the production. Ms. Collins is graduating from Roswell High School this year and it will be the last time she will be per- forming with The Roswell Dance Theatre's Pre-Professional Company.

“Sleeping Beauty” to be presented by The Roswell Dance Theatre’s Pre-Professional Company Special to Senior News Ticket prices are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for The Roswell Dance seniors and children, six Theatre's Pre-Professional years of age and younger. Company will present the ********* ballet, “Sleeping Beauty,” on For additional informa- March 29-31, 2012. This tion, please call 770-998- beautiful production is sure 0259. You may also view the to delight all ages. The ballet company's website at www. is directed by Tracey Bayly, tysod.com. along with Hye-Young Kim, Mary Lynn Taylor and Nancy Tolbert Yilmaz. The costumes are glorious, and designed and sewn by Carol Albert. This fun fairy tale is a great way to bring the fam- ily together and enjoy a cul- tural experience. This year's production will be performed at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center located at 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. Show times are: • Thursday, March 29, 7:30 p.m. • Friday, March 30, 7:30 p.m. • Saturday, March 31, 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta • Page 11 Taking Care Keep frail guests safe from falls by LISA M. PETSCHE are organizing a family gathering that tripping hazard, such as footstools and During the visit includes them, consider another mem- floor plants. • Keep lights on in all areas guests ber’s home, a restaurant with a private • Ensure walkways are clear of electri- might need to access, both inside and dining room or a community hall, cal and telephone cords. outside. depending on the size of the guest list. • Collect pet toys and stash them • Keep pets – especially high-energy id you know that falls are the D away. Do the same with grandchildren’s kittens and puppies – in an area separate primary cause of injury and hospitaliza- Preparing your home toys, unless your guests will include from the entertaining zone, so they do tion for older adults, and that half of • Ensure outdoor walkways are clear. youngsters, in which case keep all toys not startle guests. Bear in mind that those injured do not • Replace burnt-out light bulbs, in the corner of a room. sleeping cats and dogs are also a tripping regain their former indoors and out. Consider using higher • Ensure throw rugs and scatter mats hazard. level of independ- wattage bulbs in place of low watt ones. have a non-skid backing. Better yet, • Reserve for senior guests chairs that ence? Health and • Remove clutter in rooms, hallways remove them, since they are one of the have arms and are high and firm. age-related changes and stairwells. If necessary, rearrange most common causes of falls. • Be cautious about serving alcohol, that contribute to furnishings so guests can move within • Have non-skid slipper socks avail- which can impair balance. falls include arthritis, rooms freely and easily. Relocate excess able if you wish guests to remove ********* decreased sensation pieces to a spare room. footwear at the door. Be aware, though, Lisa M. Petsche is a social worker in the feet, loss of • Put away furnishings on casters. that some older folks may need to keep and a freelance writer specializing in Lisa Petsche strength, visual Also remove items that might pose a their shoes on to ensure proper support. boomer and senior issues. impairment, balance problems and the use of certain medica- tions. Hazardous conditions in home environments are the other major cause of potentially serious spills. Don’t let an “Authorization Hold” hold you hostage If guests to your home include frail by KELVIN COLLINS authorization hold on your card for what available funds on credit cards by pay- relatives, extra planning and prepara- they think your total bill will be (room ing off the balance regularly. tions are advisable to help ensure their President/CEO, BBB of Central Georgia & the CSRA, Inc. charge, taxes, incidentals). If you are For more consumer information you safety. staying for several nights, this could can trust, visit www.bbb.org/news. amount to a lot of money that you no ********* longer have access to; and when you are Kelvin Collins is president/CEO of Planning ahead Credit is a convenience; it traveling, that can be a huge problem. the Better Business Bureau of Central Before extending an invitation, allows you to charge a meal on your Credit card processors often dis- Georgia & the CSRA, Inc. serving 41 determine if senior relatives have any credit card, pay for an appliance with an courage vendors from doing these kinds counties in Central Georgia and the special needs. Then go through your installment plan, or take out a loan to of holds, but they are perfectly legiti- Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). home and the surrounding property to buy a house. With credit you can make a mate as long as the vendor notifies cus- This tips column is provided through the check for potential problem areas. purchase when you lack ready cash, and tomers of the practice. The BBB advises local BBB and the Council of Better Consider the following: you can enjoy the purchase while you consumers to keep tabs on their credit Business Bureaus. Questions or com- • Is parking available close to the are paying for it. and bank accounts online, especially plaints about a specific company or entrance? Are the driveway and walk- However, when dining out at a when traveling, and read the fine print charity should be referred directly to the ways level and in good condition? fancy restaurant or spending the night on hotel agreements. When dining, pay BBB at Phone: 1-800-763-4222, Web • Are entrance and interior doorways away in a hotel, it’s important to take for your check and tip together with site: www.bbb.org or E-mail: info@cen- wide enough to accommodate a walker notice of what the banking industry calls either credit or cash, but not both. And tralgeorgia.bbb.org or or wheelchair? If a prospective guest an “authorization hold.” whenever possible, keep a “cushion” of [email protected]. uses one, find out the width of it and Recently a consumer complained measure to be sure. that a restaurant had put through a • Are all areas of your home that charge equal to his bill plus 20%, even guests will need to access – entrance, though he had left the server’s tip in living room or family room, bathroom, cash. Upon investigation, he discovered NOTICE TO ALL VETERANS Who Have Honorably Served Their Country in War & Peace dining area if there is going to be a that this is a common practice by many Because of the lack of burial space land devoted to a national cemetery, we at meal, and sleeping area if they are stay- businesses. * Gwinnett Cemetery Group proudly... have dedicated a Garden of Honor to accommodate honorably discharged Veterans and SPOUSES. As an ing overnight – on one level? If not, are Here’s how it works: Let’s say your Honorably Discharged Veteran who does not already own cemetery property, you qualify for a space prospective guests able to navigate restaurant bill comes to $100 and you at NO CHARGE. Payment of endowment care and deed transfer fees required. However, you must register for the space and show proof of an Honorable Discharge Certificate for the space. Spaces will stairs? If entrance steps are the only bar- give the server your credit card. When be granted on a first come, first-served basis. To assure a reservation for you and your spouse mail riers, look into renting a portable ramp they run it through, they put an authori- coupon below to: from a medical supply store. zation hold on your account for $120, Service & Planning • 87 Scenic Hwy. • Lawrenceville, GA 30046. Gwinnett Memorial & East Shadowlawn Memorial Gardens, Lawrenceville • White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Duluth • Are porch steps and interior stair- assuming you’re going to add a nice tip *Not Affiliate With Any Government Agency ways in good repair, and do they have a to the bill. But you leave the tip in cash Service & Planning • 87 Scenic Hwy. • Lawrenceville, GA 30046 non-skid surface? Are steps evenly on the table instead. Still, your bank or I'm interested in taking advantage of this special opportunity spaced and moderate in height? Are credit card company “holds” that $120 Veteran Address there handrails – preferably on both for a couple of days until the actual City State Zip Phone sides - and are they secure? amount of your charge is • Is there adequate lighting throughout processed…and that means you don’t Spouse's Name Number In Family your home, including in closets, hall- have access to that $20. If you are close ways and stairwells? If necessary, get to your credit limit, it could mean a pur- battery powered dome lights that easily chase is declined. If you used a debit attach to the wall. What about at card, it could mean a bounced check and Research Participants Wanted! entrances and along outdoor paths? overdrafts fees. • If your home cannot accommodate Now imagine it’s a hotel stay. The Center for Research and Education on Aging and an older relative’s needs, take them out You’ve checked in and given a credit to a restaurant that is accessible. If you card at the front desk. They put an Technology Enhancement (CREATE) at Georgia Tech is conducting a research study. The objective is to test and evaluate the impact of a Personalized Reminder Information and Social Management (PRISM) system designed to support social connectivity, memory, skill building, access to community resources, and to support the well-being and quality of life of older adults. You may be eligible to participate if you: Interested? Call • Live alone in an independent residence Megan: • Plan to remain in the area for next 12 months 404-894-8344 • Work or volunteer no more than 5 hours/week • Attend a senior center no more than 10 hrs/week Participants are • No computer/Internet use in past 3 months compensated $95-$170 • Have a telephone for completing this • Speak English study • 65+ years old Page 12 • April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta • Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Complex ********************** (Includes Sandy Springs Neighborhood Senior Center): Parkinson Disease Support Groups Atlanta 6500 Vernon Woods Drive, Sandy Springs, 404-705- For information on Parkinson Disease Support 4900. “Council on Aging,” Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Groups in the metro area, please contact Lynn Ross, • H.J.C. Bowden Senior Multipurpose Facility: 2885 LMSW, Coordinator, American Parkinson Disease Church Street, East Point, 404-762-4821. Association Information & Referral Center, Emory CCAALLEENNDDAARR • Harriett G. Darnell Senior Multipurpose Facility: 677 University, at 404-728-6552 or [email protected]. Fairburn Road, NW, Atlanta, 404-699-8580. ********************** Helene S. Mills Senior Multipurpose Facility: 515 John Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta Senior Citizen Services Wesley Dobbs Avenue, Atlanta, 404-523-3353. Support group meetings second Tuesday each month, 4- 1705 Commerce Drive, NW, Atlanta. For information 5:30 p.m., MSCA in Buckhead, 3200 Downwood on programs offered call 404-351-3889. Neighborhood Senior Centers Circle, Suite 550, The Palisades Building. For addition- ********************** • Alpharetta/Crabapple Neighborhood Senior Center, al information call 404-351-0205, ext. 110, or visit Cobb Senior Services 12624 Broadwell Road, Alpharetta, 770-751-9397. www.mscatl.org. • Administrative Office: 32 N. Fairground Street, • Auburn Avenue Neighborhood Senior Center, 300 ********************** Marietta, GA 30060, 770-528-5355 Auburn Ave., NE, Atlanta, 404-224-3140. Alzheimer/Caregiver Support Group Meeting • For events & activities: www.cobbseniors.org • Bethlehem Neighborhood Senior Center, 87 Thayer First Mon. each month, 10:30 a.m. Free respite care for Street, NE, Atlanta, 404-577-6017. your loved one during meeting, must call in advance. Multipurpose Centers: • Camp Truitt Neighborhood Senior Center, 4320 Aloha to Aging, Inc. located in the Mt. Bethel (Seniors age 55+) Herschel Road, College Park, 404-762-4802. Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. • East Cobb Senior Center: 3332 Sandy Plains Rd., • Cosby Spears Neighborhood Senior Center: 355 North Call 678-439-1177. Marietta, GA 30066, 770-509-4900 Ave., NE, Atlanta, 404-876-4031. ********************** • Freeman Poole Senior Center: 4025 South Hurt Rd., • Dogwood Neighborhood Senior Center: 1953 Square Dance Class Smyrna, GA 30082, 770-801-3400 Bankhead Hwy., Atlanta, 404-792-4964. Singles & couples welcome; free childcare, ages 5+. • North Cobb Senior Center: 4100 Highway 293, • Fairburn Neighborhood Senior Center: 109 Milo Hosted by Kennesaw Square Dancers. Call 404-808- Acworth, GA 30101, 770-975-7740 Fisher St., Fairburn, 770-306-1555. 8689 or visit www.squaredealers.com. • West Cobb Senior Center: 4915 Dallas Highway, • Fulton County QLS Senior Center: 4001 Danforth ********************** Powder Springs, GA 30127-4488, 770-528-8200 Road, SW, Atlanta, 404-699-1686. Button Gwinnett Society • Windy Hill Senior Center: 1885 Roswell St., Smyrna, •Hapeville Neighborhood Senior Center: 527 King Meets quarterly at the 1818 Club for fellowship and GA 30080, 770-801-5320 Arnold St., Hapeville, 404-762-3660. interesting speakers. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. For com- • Senior Day Center: 277 S. Fairground St., Marietta, • New Horizons Neighborhood Senior Center: 745 Orr plete details call Elliott at 770-840-1003 or GA 30060, 770-528-5399 St., NW, Atlanta, 404-730-7100. [email protected]. • Northside Shepherd Neighborhood Senior Center: ********************** Neighborhood Centers: 1705 Commerce Dr., NW, Atlanta, 404-352-9303. Greater Atlanta Archaeological Society (Seniors age 60+) • Palmetto Neighborhood Senior Center: 510 Turner Meets 2nd Tues. of each month, 7:30 p.m., at the • Austell Senior Center: 5580 Austell-Powder Springs Ave., Palmetto, 770-463-4990. Fernbank Museum of Natural History, just off Ponce de Rd., Austell, GA 30106, 770-819-3200 • Roswell Neighborhood Senior Center: 1250 Warsaw Leon at 767 Clifton, Rd. NE, Atlanta. Call 770-242- • Marietta Senior Center: 32 N. Fairground St., Rd., Roswell, 770-640-1583 2249 for recorded message. Marietta, GA 30060, 770-528-2516 • St. Paul Neighborhood Senior Center (Tuesdays & ********************** • North Cobb Senior Center: 4100 Highway 293, Thursdays): 501 Grant St., NE, Atlanta, 404-688-7501. Senior Ballroom Dance Acworth, GA 30101, 770-974-2984 • Sandy Springs Neighborhood Senior Center (In same First & third Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Mason Mill Park, Smyrna Senior Center: 1885 Roswell St., Smyrna, GA location as Dorothy C. Benson Senior Complex): 6500 1340 McConnell Dr., Decatur. Live band, refreshments. 30080, 770-801-5345 Vernon Woods Dr., Sandy Springs, 404-705-4901. Call 404-679-1349. ********************** • Southeast Neighborhood Senior Center: 1650 New ********************** Fulton County Senior Services Town Circle, SE, Atlanta, 404-624-0641. Friends of Smyrna Library The Fulton County Government coordinates a vari- ********************** 100 Village Green Circle, Smyrna ety of services at 20 senior centers. For the nearest cen- Roswell Recreation & Parks Offerings www.friendsofsmyrnalibrary.org ter or more information call the Fulton County Senior • Roswell Recreation Senior Citizens Club: Meets each 770-436-8062; Third Thursdays Information and Assistance at 404-613-6000, or visit Wednesday. Activities include trips, parties, guest ********************** www.myfultoncountyga.us. speakers, social functions and other activities. For membership information call 770-641-3950. continued on page 13 Senior Multipurpose Facilities • Monthly Luncheon: Second Wed. of the month. Must RSVP one week in advance. Call for more information. • Scrabble Club: First and third Tues. of each month, 10 Are You Interested a.m. and Mondays at 1 p.m. Call in advance to play, ATS NON EMERGENCY In Making Money? 770-641-3950. ********************** MEDICAL TRANSPORT Each person has an opportunity to change their lives Lawrenceville Senior Center Providing Services to the Atlanta Metropolitan Area because they own their own business. Whether you 225 Benson Street, Lawrenceville Clean, Well-Maintained Vehicles just want to earn a few hundred dollars a month or 770-822-5180. Courteous and Professional Services • Ambulatory create a new career, direct sales can help you achieve ********************** and Wheelchair Services • Private Pay your goals. If you are looking for a change and are Gwinnett Senior Center willing to invest some time and money, call me. 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville, 770-822- ATS Transport 817-768-8085 5147 Powder Springs, Georgia [email protected] ********************** 678-398-0200 Bartow County Senior Center Cassville, 770-383-7383 www.bartowga.org BUSINESS ********************** PARK TRACE APARTMENTS Fayette Senior Services High-rise for Seniors 62 and older 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville and persons 61 and under with a disability CARD SECTION 770-461-0813. Call for complete details on services offered. • Utilities Included • Community Room ********************** • Rent Based on Income • Pet Friendly For Advertising Information Call CLUB 55 • Laundry Center • Service Coordinator Janet Tassitano at 770-993-2943 The Bridge Community Center Nestled in the Heart of Downtown Decatur 225 Willowbend Rd., Peachtree City or Linda Conyers at 770-924-6905 www.thebridge-cc.org 404-371-0887 • Club 55: For adults 55 and older. Meets every 4th 700 Atlanta Avenue • Decatur, GA 30030 Wed., 1:30-3:30 p.m. for bingo, foosball, video games, movies and more. For details call The Bridge Community Center or visit www.thewypers@bell- CARING FOR PATIENTS. south.net. With kindness and compassion. ********************** Choosing a provider for hospice services is a very important Alzheimer’s Support Group decision. You want to ensure that your loved ones will be On the third Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m., cared for both professionally and compassionately. Amedisys Hospice Care of Kennesaw promises both. We improve the Cypress Court and Vinings Place and the Greater quality of life for patients facing a life-limiting illness and pro- Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association are vide comfort and support for their loved ones. sponsoring an Alzheimer’s Support Group. This support Amedisys Hospice Care of Kennesaw group is intended for families and friends of a loved Kennesaw, GA one afflicted with Alzheimer’s Disease. For additional 770.423.1316 • 866.921.1668 information and directions call 770-803-0100. April 2012 • Senior News • Atlanta • Page 13

Dorothy C. Benson Senior Center, 6500 Vernon Woods Technology Resource Center at the MJCCA Zaban Park CALENDAR Drive, Sandy Springs. Contact Miriam Hahn at 404- campus. from page 12 252-2989 for information. The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta ********************** (MJCCA), "The Center of the Jewish Community," is Georgia Center for the Book PALS Lunch ‘n Learn Sessions committed to strengthening the quality of life in DeKalb County Public Library For details call PALS (Perimeter Adult Learning and Atlanta, and is recognized as one of the most highly- 215 Sycamore Street, Decatur Services) at 770-698-0801. regarded centers internationally. From preschoolers and 404-370-8450, www.georgiacenterforthebook.org • Lunch & Learn Programs: April 16-May 21, 10 a.m.-3 children, to teens and singles, to adults and seniors - the ********************** p.m., Temple Emanu-El. For a brochure call PALS at MJCCA attracts a diverse audience from the entire Roswell Library 770-698-0801. community. Visit us on the web at www.atlantajcc.org. 115 Norcross St., Roswell ********************** ********************** 770-640-3075 Senior Connections’ Adventures In Learning Classes Volunteers Need for Meals on Wheels ********************** Mack Love Senior Center, 1340 McConnell Dr., Senior Connections needs volunteers to deliver hot, East Point Library Decatur nutritious meals to homebound seniors in your area. 2757 Main St., East Point Online catalog available at Three convenient pickup locations in Chamblee, 404-762-2094 www.seniorconnectionsatl.org or call 404-321-6060. Decatur and Lithonia. Call 770-455-7602 or register to ********************** ********************** volunteer online at www.seniorconnectionsatl.org. Call Buckhead Library Monthly Sacred Harp Singing for new class offerings. 269 Buckhead Ave., Atlanta Thurs., April 5, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Early American hymns ********************** ********************** sung in powerful, exuberant style, as seen in Awake My New Neighbors League Club Atlanta World War II Round Table Soul. Beginners welcome, instruction provided. Emory Prospective member orientation, first Wed. each month Preserving History. For information call John Kovach Presbyterian Church, fellowship building, 1886 N. at the New Neighbors Welcome Center, 479 S. Atlanta at 770-928-4579 or visit our website at Decatur Rd. For details and directions call 404-892- St., Roswell. Luncheon and program second Wed. each http://atlantawwiiroundtable.org. 6836 or visit www.atlantasacredharp.org. month at various locations. Volunteer orientations are ********************** ********************** conducted every Monday at 1 p.m. For complete details East Cobb AARP Monthly Song Circle call 770-993-7886. AARP New Members and Volunteers Welcome. First Fri., April 27, 7:30 p.m. Group singing just for fun... no ********************** Thurs. of the month, 1:30-3 p.m., East Cobb Senior performances. Open to all. Folk music, old standards, Volunteers Need for Meals on Wheels Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. Contact Joan gospel, political songs, pop, freedom songs, country, Meals on Wheels volunteers needed in DeKalb neigh- Ferrandino at 770-579-5191 or Arlene LeClair at 770- show tunes, and more. East Lake location. For direc- borhoods. Deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound 321-9789. tions and more information call Bob at 404-378-5424. senior neighbors in your area. Three convenient pickup ********************** ********************** locations including Chamblee, Scottdale and Lithonia. Woodstock AARP Chapter 5173 Volunteers Needed To Deliver Food Call Senior Connections at 770-216-2574. Meetings held 2nd Tues. of each month, 11:30 a.m.- South Fulton Senior Services Meals on Wheels ********************** 1:00 p.m., Hearth Restaurant, 3055 Eagle Watch Dr., Program is currently seeking dedicated volunteers to Woodstock. Call Alice Kuzniak at 770-928-5640. deliver hot meals to senior citizens in the South Fulton ********************** County Region. Your warm and friendly face can continued on page 14 Sandy Springs AARP brighten up a senior’s day. Only takes 1 to 1 1/2 hours Meets the 2nd Tues. of each month at 2:00 p.m. in The to collect and deliver the meals. For details contact Harry Miller or Jerrell Hall at 404-559-0070. ********************** Change Your Water... Get Connected with SeniorNet at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta ...Change Your Life! 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