Brandywine Senior Center Newsletter

Providing quality recreational, educational & human services to our Community Members 50 & older 2017

Little Known Black History “Month” Fact:

Katherine Johnson and Hidden Figures

Katherine Johnson, a mathematical genius and early computing pioneer, used her love of numbers to create the pathway to one of the brightest careers in the sciences. Ms. Johnson was a part of a pair of NASA’s notable programs, and contributed greatly to the development of space exploration. Her story and that of her fellow pioneering NASA colleagues is told in the new movie Hidden Figures.

Johnson was born August 26, 1918 in West Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. Johnson’s father, a farmer, and her mother, a schoolteacher, moved their family to the town of Institute so that their children would receive proper schooling. Johnson showed her affinity for numbers and mathematics when she was a young girl. In interviews, she’s explained that she had an obsessive need to count every- thing.

An exceptional student, Johnson graduated from high school at 14, then entered West Virginia State University. She left the university with degrees in French and mathematics. Dr. W.W. Schiefflin Claytor, who was then the third Black person to earn a PhD in mathematics, created a special analytic geometry course just for Johnson.

After a troublesome stint with graduate school that included combating racism in her home state, Johnson became a middle and high school math teacher. In 1953, Johnson joined the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), which would later become the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, or NASA. Continued on page 6

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NEW CASTLE FARMERS African American Museum MARKET Philadelphia, PA Friday Thursday FEBRUARY 10th FEBRUARY 23rd 9:30 AM 9:30 AM

MYSTERY LUNCH SURPRISE MOVIE

Tuesday Tuesday FEBRUARY 14th FEBRUARY 28th 11:00 AM Time TBD

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FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS THINKING OF YOU NEW MEMBERS

2/02 James Kederis Marie Brooks Carolyn Burton 2/03 Lucy Finocchiaro Dolores Cassidy Lorraine Case 2/07 Deborah Warrick Sheila Davis Sandra Cooper 2/10 Tom Fretz Betty Eachus Franklin Davis 2/11 Winnie Bothum Clara Hunter Mary Glenn 2/15 Patricia Jackson Diane Marley Daphne Robertson 2/15 Herley Johnson Pauline Wyatt 2/16 Franklin Davis 2/20 Harry Shipman 2/20 Janelynn Massey 2/21 Felling Kalema 2/22 Nancy Palmer 2/22 Emily Crispino 2/26 Malcolm Hayes 2/26 Stanley Perkoski Bernice Jones Helen Dennison

Memorial Fund Donations can be made to Brandywine Senior Center in memory of you or your loved ones. The names will be engraved on our Memorial Plaque which hangs in the Senior Center and families will be sent notification of your remembrance. Donations may be designated as follows:  Make improvement to the Claymont Community Center  Enhance Senior Center programs When planning your estate, remember to designate a portion of your estate to be distributed to the Brandywine Senior Center and/or the Claymont Community Center.

Little Known Black History Fact:

Katherine Johnson and Hidden Figures

(Continued from the Cover Page)

Johnson was a research mathematician, responsible for deciphering complex data similarly as a computer would. She and a gathering of other women worked at NACA’s Langley Research Center but Johnson was inquisitive to the point she started to stand out.

The book and movie Hidden Figures, features Johnson’s accomplishments, as well as the ones by fellow NASA employees Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson. Taraji P. Henson plays Johnson, Vaughan is played by Octavia Spencer and Jackson is portrayed by Janelle Monae. Vaughan would become the first African-American supervisor at NASA’S predecessor, the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics. Vaughan was a pioneer in computing at the agency. Jackson became NASA’s first Black female aerospace engineer.

Johnson’s knowledge of math became a valuable resource to the mostly all-male science staff. Johnson’s early training in analytic geometry helped her to contribute to one of the American space program’s most notable accomplishments. Her calculations helped determine astronaut John Glenn’s orbit in space, the trajectory of the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing and contributed to the space shuttle program. She retired from NASA in 1986.

Among the many awards Johnson has received are NASA’s Lunar Spacecraft and Operation’s Group Achievement Award, and she was a five-time recipient of the NASA Langley Research Center Special Achievement Award.

In November of 2015, Johnson received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama. The AKA sorority sister lives in Hampton, VA with her husband, Lt. Col. James A. Johnson.

History

Makers

Mary Jackson Dorothy Vaughan

cited: BlackAmericaweb.com

Patricia Bath — Inventor, Doctor, Educator

Among many firsts, Patricia Bath is the first African-American to complete a residency in ophthalmology and the first African-American female doctor to receive a medical patent. She invented the Laserphaco Probe for cataract treatment in 1986.

Synopsis

Born in Harlem, New York, on November 4, 1942, Patricia Bath became the first African American to complete a residency in ophthalmology in 1973. Two years later, she became the first female faculty member in the Department of Ophthalmology at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute. In 1976, Bath co-founded the American Institute for the Prevention of Blind- ness, which established that "eyesight is a basic human right." In 1986, Bath invented the Laserphaco Probe, improving treatment for cataract patients. She patented the device in 1988, becoming the first African-American female doctor to receive a medical patent.

Early Life

Patricia Era Bath was born on November 4, 1942, in Harlem, New York, to Rupert Bath, the first black motorman for the New York City subway system, and Gladys Bath, a housewife and domestic worker who used her salary to save money for her children's education. Bath was encouraged by her family to pursue academic interests. Her father, a former Merchant Marine and an occasional newspaper columnist, taught Bath about the wonders of travel and the value of exploring new cultures. Her mother piqued the young girl's interest in science by buying her a chemistry set.

As a result, Bath worked hard on her intellectual pursuits and, at the age of 16, became one of only a few students to attend a cancer research workshop sponsored by the National Science Foundation. The program head, Dr. Robert Bernard, was so impressed with Bath's discoveries during the project that he incorporated her findings in a scientific paper he presented at a conference. The publicity surrounding her discoveries earned Bath the Mademoiselle magazine's Merit Award in 1960.

After graduating from high school in only two years, Bath headed to Hunter College, where she earned a bachelor's degree in 1964. She then attended Howard University to pursue a medical degree. Bath graduated with honors from Howard in 1968, and accepted an internship at Harlem Hospital shortly afterward. The following year, she also began pursuing a fellowship in ophthalmology at Columbia University. Through her studies there, she discovered that African Americans were twice as likely to suffer from blindness than other patients to which she attended, and eight times more likely to develop glaucoma. Her research led to her development of a community ophthalmology system, which increased the amount of eye care given to those who were unable to afford treatment.

Pioneer in Ophthalmology

In 1973, Patricia Bath became the first African American to complete a residency in ophthalmology. She moved to California the following year to work as an assistant professor of surgery at both Charles R. Drew University and the University of California, Los Angeles. In 1975, she became the first female faculty member in the Department of Ophthalmology at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute.

In 1976, Bath co-founded the American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness, which established that "eyesight is a basic human right." By 1983, Bath had helped create the Ophthalmology Residency Training program at UCLA-Drew, which she also chaired—becoming, in addition to her other firsts, the first woman in the nation to hold such a position.

Inventing the Laserphaco Probe

In 1981, Bath began working on her most well-known invention: the Laserphaco Probe (1986). Harnessing laser technology, the device created a less painful and more precise treatment of cataracts. She received a patent for the device in 1988, becoming the first African-American female doctor to receive a patent for a medical purpose. (She also holds patents in Japan, Canada and Europe.) With her Laserphaco Probe, Bath was able to help restore the sight of individuals who had been blind for more than 30 years.

In 1993, Bath retired from her position at the UCLA Medical Center and became an honorary member of its medical staff. That same year, she was named a "Howard University Pioneer in Academic Medicine."

Among her many roles in the medical field, Bath is a strong advocate of telemedicine, which uses technology to provide medical services in remote areas.

Cited: Biography.com

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THE MENU Southern Fried Chicken Homemade Potato Salad Roast Turkey w/Stuffing Macaroni & Cheese Baked Ham Candied Yams Chicken & Dumplings Black Eyed Peas Cabbage Corn Pudding Seasoned Collard Greens Cornbread Green Beans Assorted Desserts Chicken Livers w/onions & gravy Smothered Pork Chops w/onions & gravy

Where: BRANDYWINE SENIOR CENTER Date: Wednesday, February 15th Time: 12:00 Noon – 2:00 PM Price: $10.00

To place your orders please contact Phyllis Hicks at 302.798.5562. Deadline to place your order is Monday, February 13, 2017.

City Fare Menu February 2017– COUNTY

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

2/1 2/2 2/3 Salmon with Lemon Dill Oven Fried Chicken Turkey with Gravy Sauce Mashed Potatoes Cranberry Sauce Baked Potato w. Sour with Gravy Sweet Potato Soufflé Cream Green Beans Nantucket Blend Veggies Broccoli Banana Pineapple Tidbits White Wheat Bread Wheat Dinner Roll Rice Pudding

2/6 2/7 2/8 2/9 2/10 Stuffed Salmon Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Roast Pork with Gravy Meatloaf with Hula Burger on a Redskin Potato Wedges Breast with Gravy Au Gratin Potatoes Marsala Mushroom Whole Wheat Bun Winter Blend Baked Sweet Potato Capri Blend Vegetables Gravy Sweet Potato Mini Puffs Vegetables Peas Wheat Dinner Roll Corn Mandarin Oranges Chocolate Pudding Strawberry Waffle Cookie Fresh Pear Italian Spinach Applesauce Potato Bread

2/13 2/14 2/15 2/16 2/17 Swedish Meatballs in Chicken and Dumplings Ham and Swiss Cheese Cheese Omelet with Herbed Baked Chicken Sauce over Egg Noodles Mixed Vegetables With Lettuce, Tomato Sausage Roasted Baby Potatoes Italian Blend Veggies Diced Peaches and Onion on a Club Roll Diced Red Potatoes with Spinach Ultimate Grain Honey Apple Cinnamon- Cream of Broccoli Soup Onion and Peppers Fresh Orange Bread Waffle Graham Crackers Poached Pear Half Potato Bread Tropical Fruit Banana Blueberry Muffin Yogurt

2/20 2/21 2/22 2/23 2/24 Beef Burgundy over Turkey & Swiss Cheese on Stuffed Pepper with Chicken Supreme with BBQ Chicken Egg Noodles White Wheat Club Roll Marinara Sauce Gravy Baked Beans Key West Vegetables with Lettuce, Tomato & Mashed Potatoes Sweet Potatoes Seasoned Greens Orange Cooked Apples Cranberry Sauce Cornbread Onion Multigrain Bread Wheat Dinner Roll Peas Yogurt Cream of Potato Soup Orange with Bacon Crackers Diced Pears

2/27 **2/28** 3/1 3/2 3/3 Caribbean Chicken Chicken Gumbo Flounder Pot Roast with Gravy Crab Cake with Tartar Brown Rice Creole Style Beans Macaroni and Cheese Roasted Baby Potatoes Sauce Mixed Vegetables Tropical Fruit Salad Stewed Tomatoes Brussels Sprouts Corn Nuggets Tropical Fruit Wheat Roll Banana Multigrain Bread Broccoli Chocolate Bread Mardi Gras Cupcake Giant Graham Cookie Apple Fruit Cocktail Wheat Dinner Roll

 All meals subject to change. All meals contain 1% milk  Meals are ordered according to projected number; over that number, back-up meals will be available.  Suggested minimum donation for persons 60+ is $2.25. People under age 60 must pay $4.75

City Fare 5 Day Bag Supper Menu February 2017 - COUNTY

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

2/1 2/2 2/3 Turkey & Swiss on Tuna Salad on a Club Ham & Swiss on a White Wheat Bread with Roll with Lettuce and Baby Kaiser Roll with Lettuce & Tomato Tomato Lettuce & Tomato Red Skin Potato Salad Marinated Vegetable Raisins Mixed Fruit Cup Salad Yogurt Yogurt Orange or Banana Mustard Mayonnaise

2/6 2/7 2/8 2/9 2/10 Chicken Salad Roast Beef with Cheddar Grilled Chicken Patty on Tuna Salad on a Meatloaf on Potato Bread On Pita Cheese on 12 Grain Whole Wheat Club Roll with Potato Salad Marinated Bean Salad Bread Hamburger Roll Lettuce and Tomato Diced Peaches Coleslaw Lettuce & Tomato Marinated Vegetable Ketchup Pear or Apple Banana or Orange Carrot Raisin Pineapple Salad Yogurt Mustard Salad Orange or Banana Rice Pudding Mayonnaise

2/13 2/14 2/15 2/16 2/17 Egg Salad on Roast Beef with Cheddar Chicken Salad Grilled Chicken Patty on Tuna Salad on a Club White Wheat Bread Cheese on 12 Grain On Pita Whole Wheat Roll with Lettuce and Lettuce & Tomato Bread Marinated Bean Salad Hamburger Roll Tomato Peaches Coleslaw Lettuce & Tomato Marinated Vegetable Pear or Apple Chocolate Pudding Banana or Orange Carrot Raisin Pineapple Salad Mustard Yogurt Salad Orange or Banana Rice Pudding Mayonnaise

2/20 2/21 2/22 2/23 2/24 Egg Salad on White Meatloaf on Potato Chicken Salad Roast Beef with Cheddar Tuna Salad on a Club Roll Wheat Bread Bread On Pita Cheese on 12 Grain with Lettuce and Tomato Lettuce & Tomato Potato Salad Marinated Bean Salad Bread Marinated Vegetable Peaches Diced Peaches Coleslaw Salad Pear or Apple Chocolate Pudding Ketchup Banana or Orange Orange or Banana Yogurt Mustard

2/27 2/28 3/1 3/2 3/3 Ham & Swiss on a Meatloaf on Potato Roast Beef with Cheddar Chicken Salad Egg Salad on White Wheat Baby Kaiser Roll with Bread Cheese on 12 Grain On Pita Bread Lettuce & Tomato Potato Salad Bread Marinated Bean Salad Lettuce & Tomato Raisins Diced Peaches Coleslaw Peaches Pear or Apple Yogurt Ketchup Banana or Orange Chocolate Pudding Mustard Mustard Yogurt

Health & Physical Activities

Blood pressure screening……. Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.

Brandywine Senior Center

EXERCISE WITH ERIC

Mondays 10:45 a.m. — 11:45 a.m. Wednesdays 10:45 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.

Fridays 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.

(come give it a try for only $3.00)

Stretching, Walking,

And Balancing

Every Monday LINE DANCING w/ Joanne Brady Well known dancer 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

(only $2.00)

FEBRUARY 2017 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 3

9:30 – 11:15 Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo 10:45 Exercise Class 9:30 Painting 10:00 Exercise Class 11:15 Nutritionist Ceramics 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch 1:00 Puzzles 12:45 Bingo 12:00 Lunch & Learn 12:45 Bingo

No Lunch Served

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9:30 Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo 9:30 Line Dance 11:45 Lunch 10:45 Exercise Class 9:30 Painting 9:30 Farmers Market 10:45 Exercise Class 1:00 Puzzles 11:45 Lunch Ceramics 10:00 Exercise Class 11:45 Lunch 12:00 Lunch & Learn 1:00 Puzzles 11:45 Lunch 12:45 Bingo 12:45 Bingo 12:45 Bingo

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9:30 Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30-11:00 Big Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo with 9:30 Line Dance 11:00 Mystery Lunch 10:45 Exercise Class 9:30 Painting prizes compliments of 10:45 Exercise Class 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch Ceramics Vitas Healthcare 11:45 Lunch 1:00 Puzzles 12:00 Black History 1:00 Puzzles 10:00 Exercise Class 12:30 Free “Paint on Celebration Luncheon 11:45 Lunch Glass” Class 12:45 Bingo 12:45 Bingo NO AFTERNOON Bring in a dessert to BINGO share No Lunch Served

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9:30 Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo 9:30 Line Dance 11:45 Lunch 10:45 Exercise Class 9:30 African 10:00 Exercise Class 10:45 Exercise Class 1:00 Puzzles 11:45 Lunch American Museum in 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch 12:00 Lunch & Learn Philadelphia 12:45 Bingo 12:45 Bingo 12:45 Bingo 1:00 Puzzles

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8:30 Jewelry Sale 9:30 Billiards 9:30 Bingo 10:00 Movies NOTE: 9:30 Line Dance 11:45 Lunch 10:45 Exercise Class 1:00 Puzzles The blood 11:45 Lunch pressure nurse 12:45 Bingo will not be here this month.