The Park Bench October 2019 Seniors in the Park Newsletter
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The Park Bench October 2019 Seniors in the Park Newsletter SCHOLARLY SCOOP Volume XIX Issue 10 Friday, October 4 10:30 am “Baboon Sex: What do We Know and Why Do We Care?” Baboon sex is more than just monkeying around; it is often the result of complex series of actions and behaviors that reflect important social WHAT’S dynamics both within and between males and females. This talk explores these patterns and the variation that is expressed across several related INSIDE baboon species, focusing especially on the unique forms of communication that happen in the context of sexual encounters. Do these interactions, vocalizations and other related behaviors tell us 2-6 ......................... Activities anything about patterns around human sexual relationships? This question and others will be explored. 5 ........ Support our Sponsors Jessica Walz is a lecturer in the Departments of Sociology, Criminology and Anthropology and Women’s and Gender Studies at the UW-W 7 ............ Dementia Friendly Upcoming presentations: Nov. 1: “Don’t Forget to Come to This Talk: Tips for Remembering to Do 8-10........ Travel & Activities Stuff” Dec. 6: “Taking On Trump: The 2020 Democratic Candidates and A Big 11 & 13….Support Our Choice Facing Voters” Sponsors, Services & Meals 12 ............. Activity Calendar 14-15......Volunteers, Info & SPIES, SPORTS, AND SUMMITS OF THE Community COLD WAR Back ..... ADDRESS, Phone Wednesdays, 1:00—2:00 pm Numbers and Staff Info Join Dr. Richard Haney, Emeritus UW-W, for interesting and informative history talks. Thanks to UW-W Continu- ing Education Department for funding the series. Please call if you will be attending. Oct. 9: Cold War Roots: The Communist Revolution in Russia Oct. 16: Presidents and Premiers: Cold War Summits Seniors in the Park Oct. 23: Spy Games: USA vs. USSR promotes and Oct. 30: American Sports and Cold War-era Olympic Games enhances a vital aging community. 2 Health & Wellness PICKLEBALL BASIC YOGA PARTNERS & TOURNEY Tuesdays, Nov. 5 —Dec. 17 Tuesdays, October 1—29 Thursdays, Nov. 7—Dec. 19 1:00—3:00 pm 10:00 am at Cravath Lakefront Center For those who are interested we are going to This one-hour class will focus on basic yoga try something different in October. Pick a postures. You will stretch, strengthen and tone your entire body. partner and practice with that partner Octo- Optimal alignment, concentration and relaxation are promoted ber 1– 15, giving you time to play with one in every class. Students should bring a yoga mat and wear loose person and work on strategy. The last two or flexible clothing. Instructor is Brienne Brown, RYT weeks, we will either hold a double elimina- Fee: Members: Tuesdays, 7 weeks, $35; Thurs., 6 weeks, $30 tion tournament or a round robin, depending Fee: Non-members: Tuesdays $45; Thursdays $40 on the number of people who participate Payment/Deadline: Thursday October 31 and how people pair up, women, men or No class Thursday, November 28. coed. This is intended to assist players in learning strategy by playing with one partner and CORE AND MORE maybe trying a different level of play. Mondays & Thursdays beginning Mon., October 7, 8:30 am IMPROVE YOUR This class will help you to perform daily BALANCE activities safely and with ease. Shoulder Wednesday, November 13 10:30 am opening and strengthening, balance and core exercises are done standing, seated and on the floor. The last twenty minutes of During this presentation, participants will class you will roll out tightness. Modifications for all levels of learn about how changes in strength and ability will be demonstrated. Please bring a thick exercise mat, overall activity can improve your balance not a yoga mat. ability and decrease your falls risk. Prepay Members: $1.00/class* Exercises will be offered to improve your Prepay Non-Member: $2.00class* balance. There will also be an overview of First class is free for new participants. common types of vestibular problems, such as paroxysmal vertigo, “that stone thing” *After first class, participants are required to have funds in their and other types of inner ear impairments account to cover the class. that affect your balance. Presenter Andrew Punsel, MPT is a Fort Health Care physical therapist at the HEALTHY HIPS AND KNEES Whitewater Therapy and Sports Clinic. Monday, October 28, 1:00 pm Please register in advance for the program. Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of disability in older adults. 25% of people over the age of 55 have a persistent RUSTY HINGES episode of knee pain every year. Nearly 1/2 of all older adults experience some type of knee or hip problem. Understanding Monday & Wednesday, 11—11:45 how to care for your hips and knees, can help you live a happier Aquatic Center, 580 S. Elizabeth St. and healthier life. This is an aquatic class for those who have This educational program will cover knee and hip joint arthritis or are pre/post surgical or have MS anatomy, common knee and hip conditions, treatment options or CP. Maybe you are moving slower than and physical therapy techniques that will help you recover from usual, just plain sore, can’t reach a top shelf injury and/or prevent future problems. If you are dealing with a or just want to meet others. Classes are free hip or knee issue or if you are trying to prevent injuries in the to members. Types of memberships are future, this program is for you!! daily, monthly, yearly, seniors and family. Please register by Wednesday, October 23. Lift is available to get in and out of the Presenter: Physical Therapist Kurt Chapman, PT, DPT of Prime water. Training Wellness & Activities 3 HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES WOMEN’S DAY Wednesdays, October 23-December 4; 9:00 am—11:30 am Saturday, November 23 Irvin L Young Memorial Library Mark your calendar! Sessions to- 431 W. Center St. Whitewater, WI date include Hooping, Using Herbs This researched and proven workshop is designed to to Maintain Health, Line Dance, help adults with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes learn Meditation, Yoga, Food as skills and increase their confidence in managing their Medicine, Meditation, diabetes. acupuncture, CBD oil, Laughter People who have taken the workshop show: Yoga, drum circle and the keynote Better health, health behavior and a sense of confidence in is ‘Unconditional Healthiness’. managing their diabetes ● Improvements in blood sugar levels ● Final information, reservation Decrease in health distress and hypo- and hyperglycemia ● Fewer forms and fees will be available doctor and emergency room visits and fewer hospitalizations. after October 10. This Program is being offered in partnership with the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Walworth County, the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging and Aurora Health Care. Fee: $10.00 Call Jennie Radmer at (262) 741-3309 to register. Registration is required and space is limited. Please register early. PUZZLE EXCHANGE MEDICARE 101 Friday, October 18, 9:30-10:00 am Are you ready to Wednesday, October 9, 10:30 am trade your 500/1000 Do you know the difference between Medicare piece puzzles for Parts A, B, C and D? Are MediGap/Medicare supplements and Medicare different ones at no Advantage plans the same thing? Should you enroll in a Part D plan or cost? Bring 3 to 10 bagged-in-the- Senior Care? Are there programs to help me with the cost of my box puzzles to the Starin Park medications? If you have ever wondered about these questions, or have Community Building. The others, this is the meeting for you. Whether you are newly eligible for exchange will take no longer than Medicare or have had it for years, you will learn the answers to these a half hour. If you are unable to questions and lots more from local Whitewater broker Jean Linos. She is a make this one, others will be held local business owner and has worked in the Medicare space for 6+ years. on the third Friday of the month If you cannot attend the meeting or would like a private, no-obligation through the winter. If you have consultation please call her at 262-458-2880 to schedule an appointment. questions, call Louise, 262-473- Please RSVP by Monday, October 7th. 2548. MEDICARE PART D ASESSMENT LEARN MAH JONGG Let’s take a look at your plan and see if you can save some money! Pick up a Medicare Part D Assessment form at the Starin Park Community Mondays in October, beginning Building, beginning in September and return it to the Walworth County October 7, 1:00 pm ADRC office for a free three-plan comparison. The Walworth County Learn this brain-stimulating game ADRC Medicare Specialist will be available with your assessment on played with tiles. American Mah Friday, October 25, at 10:00 am. Assessments will only be available to Jongg will be played. Please call to consumers who have returned their forms by October 15. register or show up at the first Questions, call the Walworth County ADRC Medicare Specialist at 262- class. 741-3212 or to have a form emailed to you. 4 Creativity & Activities OPEN SEWING GROUP BEGINNING ACRYLIC Fridays, October 11 & 25 10 am-4:00 pm POURING CLASS Come and sew on your current Thursday October 3 at 1:00 and project and chat Saturday, October 5 at 10am with other Downtown Armory Building - 146 W North St sewing enthusiasts on the Acrylic pouring is a fun and creative way second and to make an abstract painting. fourth Friday of Fee: $25 per person and includes all sup- the month any plies. Payable to the instructor at the first class.