SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2020
NILES SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS & EVENTS IT’S POSSIBLE HERE 2-3 7 12 19 Sep & Oct Calendars Golf Movies Social Services 4-6 8 13-14 20 Virtual Programs - Program Guidelines Entertainment Lunch with Us Informational Forum, Exercise, 9-10 15 22 Games, Special Event, Culture Informational Forum, Exercise, Flu Shot Clinic Early Voting Club Games, Arts & Crafts 18 Medicare Open Enrollment
999 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE • NILES, IL 60714 • 847-588-8420 • WWW.VNILES.COM SEPTEMBER 2020 EVENTS
Tuesday, Sep 1 Monday, Sep 14 Wednesday, Sep 23 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga 10:00 AM Chair Yoga 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo Wednesday, Sep 2 5:30 PM Barrett Haselwood Trio 2:00 PM Movie—Judy 10:00 AM Chair Yoga Tuesday, Sep 15 3:00 PM Mystery Game 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo 10:00 AM Fit for Life Thursday, Sep 24 2:00 PM Movie—A Beautiful Day In the 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style Neighborhood 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 3:00 PM Mystery Game 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game 10:00 AM Walking Club Thursday, Sep 3 Wednesday, Sep 16 11:00 AM Music, Art & Kindness 9:00 AM Good Morning Coffee Chat 10:00 AM Chair Yoga 1:00 PM Virtual—Codenames 10:00 AM Walking Club 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 1:00 PM Virtual—Charades 3:00 PM Mystery Game Friday, Sep 25 Friday, Sep 4 3:00 PM Women in History with 11:00 AM Marilyn Monroe: Candle in the 11:00 AM Paint & Party Martina Mathisen Wind with John Boda 2:00 PM Yahtzee TAM—Men’s & Women’s Golf 2:00 PM Farkle Monday, Sep 7 Thursday, Sep 17 Sunday, Sep 27 Labor Day—Office Closed 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style Yom Kippur begins at sundown Tuesday, Sep 8 10:00 AM Flu Shot Clinic Monday, Sep 28 10:30 AM Exploring America’s National 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga Parks & Monuments 10:00 AM Walking Club 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 1:00 PM Virtual—Wheel of Fortune 2:00 PM Virtual—RTA Presentation 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners Tuesday, Sep 29 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game 3:00 PM History of the Clothes Hanger 10:00 AM Fit for Life Wednesday, Sep 9 Friday, Sep 18 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 10:00 AM Chair Yoga 11:00 AM Frank Sinatra of Chicago 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo 2:00 PM Scattergories 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game 3:00 PM Voytek Happy Rosh Hashanah (begins at sundown) Wednesday, Sep 30 3:00 PM Mystery Game Monday, Sep 21 10:00 AM Chair Yoga Thursday, Sep 10 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 2:00 PM Movie—Richard Jewell 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 2:00 PM Flower Arranging Club 3:00 PM Mystery Game 10:00 AM Walking Club 6:00 PM MIXX Company Band TAM—Men’s & Women’s Golf 1:00 PM Virtual—Friendly Feud Tuesday, Sep 22 (Fall Begins) 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 10:00 AM Fit for Life Friday, Sep 11 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 11:00 AM Decorating Committee 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 2:00 PM Five Seconds or Less 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game Patriot Day
In person and outdoor registration available online or over the phone For Virtual/Zoom programs please send email that is included in the description For in-person and outdoor programs, please refer to Page 8 for our program guidelines Welcome back!
2 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 OCTOBER 2020 EVENTS
Thursday, Oct 1 Monday, Oct 12 Thursday, Oct 22 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 10:00 AM Walking Club 1:00 PM Marty Sammon Duo 10:00 AM Walking Club 1:00 PM Virtual—Yahtzee Tuesday, Oct 13 12:30 PM Regina Rhymes Cabaret Show 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 10:00 AM Fit for Life 1:00 PM Virtual—Farkle Friday, Oct 2 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 9:00 AM Niles Free Bus Presentation 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc Friday, Oct 23 11:00 AM Paint & Party 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game 11:00 AM “Haunted Chicago” with 3:00 PM Virtual—Niles History in a Box Wednesday, Oct 14 John Boda Monday, Oct 5 10:00 AM Chair Yoga 2:00 PM Wheel of Fortune 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo Monday, Oct 26 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 3:00 PM Mystery Game 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga 2:00 PM Queen Elizabeth with Thursday, Oct 15 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile Leslie Goddard 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style 2:00 PM Pumpkin Carving Tuesday, Oct 6 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style Tuesday, Oct 27 10:00 AM Fit for Life 10:00 AM Walking Club 10:00 AM Fit for Life 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 1:00 PM Virtual—Five Second Guess 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 3:00 PM Bingo 3:00P M Throw Pillow Painting 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game Wednesday, Oct 7 Friday, Oct 16 Wednesday, Oct 28 10:00 AM Chair Yoga 10:00 AM Virtual—All Things Zoom 10:00 AM Chair Yoga 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo 11:00 AM Committee Chat 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo 2:00 PM Movie—Ford V Ferrari 2:00 PM Codenames 3:00 PM Mystery Game 3:00 PM Mystery Game 3:00 PM Virtual—Latin(x) Identity Thursday, Oct 29 Thursday, Oct 8 Monday, Oct 19 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style 9:00 AM Tai Chi—Intro to Sun Style 10:00 AM Virtual—Chair Yoga 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 10:00 AM Tai Chi—Continuing Sun Style 11:15 AM Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:00 AM Walking Club 10:00 AM Walking Club 2:00 PM History of Belly Dancing 1:00 PM Virtual—Jeopardy 1:00 PM Virtual—Scattergories Tuesday, Oct 20 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 2:00 PM Virtual—Spanish for Beginners 10:00 AM Fit for Life 3:00 PM Randy McCallister 3:00 PM Exploring the World’s National 10:30 AM Virtual—Line Dance Friday, Oct 30 Parks & Monuments 1:00 PM Watercolor with Carol Luc 11:00 AM Craft Projects for Anti-Cruelty Friday, Oct 9 3:00 PM Virtual—Mystery Game 2:00 PM Jeopardy 11:00 AM Die Musikmeisters German Wednesday, Oct 21 3:00 PM Virtual—Who Are They Band 10:00 AM Chair Yoga Saturday, Oct 31 2:00 PM Jeopardy 10:00 AM Virtual—Bingo Happy Halloween 2:00 PM Movie—Yesterday Sunday, Nov 1 3:00 PM Mystery Game 2:00 AM Daylight Savings Time (Turn clocks back 1 hour0
In person and outdoor registration available online or over the phone For Virtual/Zoom programs please send email that is included in the description For in-person and outdoor programs, please refer to Page 8 for our program guidelines Welcome back!
WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 NILES SENIOR CENTER 3 VIRTUAL—INFORMATIONAL FORUM TECHNOLOGY Spanish for Beginners TRENDS Th, Sep 10-Oct 29 | 2-3pm | $15M/$20NM| 10 classes Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Instructor: Ana Trbojevich Cell Phone/Smart Phone/ Whether you want to learn Spanish to travel Tablet Assistance abroad, converse with Spanish speaking Do you have an iPhone/tablet you people, or simply to learn Spanish for are unsure how to use? Do you pleasure, this class is for you. It is a beginners need help programing numbers into class. The class will provide you with a general your flip top phone? We are here to introduction to the Spanish language: help you with a wide variety of sound system, pronunciation, functional issues you have with your current vocabulary related to everyday life, cultural cell phone/tablet. This service is information and basic grammatical structures. Please Email Jaymi at [email protected] to join. free, but only by appointment. It is designed to give the students the ability to carry on a simple conversation. Topics Covered Include: Email Jaymi at [email protected] to join. Local Public Transportation Options RTA Group Transit Orientation Accessibility features on CTA, Pace, and Presentation – Virtual via Zoom M, Sep 28 | 2pm | Free Metra Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Planning an Accessible Trip Presenter: Linda Chamberlain, RTA Paying Fare Accessible Metra, Pace and CTA buses and trains are easy to use and the Regional Ventra Cards Transportation Authority (RTA) would love to RTA’s Reduced Fare and Ride Free show you how! It is important that older Programs adults and people with disabilities stay informed about accessible public Travel Safety Tips transportation options to get to appointments, RTA’s Free Travel Training Program maintain social connections, and enjoy independent travel! Q&A sessions with an RTA Representative
New to Zoom? Are you new to Zoom and need help to get started? Don’t miss out on VIRTUAL—EXERCISE our NSC -virtual programs, we can Virtual Line Dance Class Fall 2020 Rise & Shine Chair Yoga help! If you have a desktop, -laptop Tu, Sep 1-29 | 10:30am | $20 M, Sep 14-Oct 26 | 10am | Free or smartphone, you can Zoom! Call Tu, Oct 6-27| 10:30am | $20 Call In: 1-312-626-6799 the NSC at 847-588-8420 and we Instructor: Billie Jean Darling Each Monday we will work out to an exercise will gladly assist you in getting This class is for dancers with some knowledge video together. Email Chrisann at connected. of basic steps and previous line dance cf@vniles to join. experience. The dance level of this class is Beginner and it is a continuation of the line dance class offered earlier this year at the Niles Senior Center. The Zoom code will be emailed to you the day before the start date. Please email Chrisann at [email protected] to join.
4 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 VIRTUAL—GAMES
Mystery Game Yahtzee Tu, Sep 1-Oct 27 | 3pm | Free Th, Oct 1 | 1pm (No Mystery Game Oct 6) Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Try and get as many points as possible by The People Have Spoken, 25 Word or Less, or rolling combinations of five dice up to three themed Trivia, nobody knows, but what’s times in a turn. The game ends when you guaranteed is a good time! Please email have filled in all the slots in the game. Please Milcah at [email protected] to join. email Chrisann at [email protected] to join. Scattergories Bingo Th, Oct 8 | 1pm W, Sep 2-Oct 28 | 10am | Free Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Scattergories is a creative-thinking category- Please email Jaymi at [email protected] to join. based party game originally published by Charades Parker Brothers in 1988. Please email Th, Sep 3 | 1pm Chrisann at [email protected] to join. Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Five Second Guess A game in which the players are typically Th, October 15 | 1pm divided into two teams, members of which Call In: 1-312-626-6799 take turns at acting out in pantomime a The rules are simple. With 5 seconds on the word, phrase, title, etc., which the members clock, a player has to name 3 things. Once of their own team must guess. Please email the time runs out, the other players decide Chrisann at [email protected] to join. whether it qualifies as a pass or fail. Please Friendly Feud email Chrisann at [email protected] to join. Th, Sep 10 | 1pm All Things Zoom Call In: 1-312-626-6799 F, Oct 16 | 10am Participants will be divided into two groups Lets talk Zoom. You’ve been doing it, but do where we will compete to name the most you know how to start a meeting, how to popular responses to survey questions. If host a meeting for your friends and you need a few laughs, join us for some fun! family? Let’s go over some of the fun Please email Chrisann at [email protected] to features of zoom. If you are interested, join. please email Jaymi at [email protected] to join. Wheel of Fortune Farkle Th, Sep 17 | 1pm Th, Oct 22 | 1pm Let’s celebrate the Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Contestants guess hidden phrases by Farkle is a fun and challenging dice game with labor that built guessing letters one at a time by spinning the multiple variations and scoring options. The wheel. Please email Chrisann at object of the game is to score a minimum of up this great land [email protected] to join. 10,000 points. Please email Chrisann at from field to field Codenames [email protected] to join. Th, Sep 24 | 1pm Jeopardy to desk to desk Call In: 1-312-626-6799 Th, Oct 29 | 1pm Two teams compete by each having a Call In: 1-312-626-6799 they built it hand "spymaster" give one-word clues that can Contestants pick from six categories, ranging point to multiple words on the board. The from science, to pop culture, to language in hand. other players on the team attempt to guess puzzles. Each column of categories has five their team's words while avoiding the words dollar amounts to pick from. Please email Happy Labor of the other team. Please email Chrisann at Chrisann at [email protected] to join. [email protected] to join. Day!
WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 NILES SENIOR CENTER 5 VIRTUAL—SPECIAL PROGRAM
Sweets & Treats—Niles History in a NSC is offering two different presentation Box formats. Presented by Niles Senior Center. Learn You will receive a history the history of some of the most iconic presentation in each box. businesses in Niles. You will not only Virtual tour experience available learn about the history of the Papagalino Friday, October 2 at 3:00pm via Café, Minelli Meats & Deli , Omega Zoom or telephone. Restaurant & Bakery and Affy Tapple, Each Box Costs $ 15.00—NSC has two you will also enjoy taste samples. box options pickup and delivery. Boxes will be delivered to Niles Residents Each box will include: Monday, September 28 and 29th. Chocolate Baklava from Papagalino Café Pickup option for residents and non- 1/4 pound of Italian Cookies from residents on Tuesday, September 29th Minelli Meats & Deli from 9am to 5pm. In these difficult times Apple Strudel from Omega Bakery of social distancing, Niles Senior Center Triple Chocolate Caramel Apples will bring the community to you with a from Affy Tapple touch of history, sweets and treats.
The “Now and Then of Niles” Please register by phone or online. Members of the Nile Senior Center discuss life in Niles.
VIRTUAL—CULTURE CLUB PRESENTS….
Who Are They (Virtual) Latin(x) Identity (Virtual) F, Oct 30 | 3pm F, Oct 16 | 3pm Spanish is the same language everywhere, Have you ever wondered why there are so so there can’t be much difference between many boxes to check on the Census when it Mexico, Cuba, and Bolivia, right? WRONG! comes to “Hispanic/Latino?” No other ethnic Each region and country in Latin America group gets so many options, so why is it has its own unique food, language, music, different for Latinos? This program will and culture. This presentation will consider discuss race and ethnicity in Latin America, the most common Latinx cultures found in and why the issues faced in this regard are Chicago, and consider how culture differs in so unique to Latinx people. Please email the Caribbean, Central America and South Milcah at [email protected] to participate. America. Please email Milcah at [email protected] to participate.
6 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 MEN’S & WOMEN’S GOLF
Men’s & Women’s Golf All tee times begin at 8:36am at Tam Golf Course. Resident $16/Non-Resident $19 (Price includes round of golf and prizes)
Wednesdays Sep 16
Sep 30 PROGRAM GUIDELINES
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 7. A face mask or face covering must be worn at all times.
Dear NSC Members:
Effective September 1, 2020, the Niles Senior Center will -re open
with a modified programming schedule. Virtual Zoom programs
will continue and onsite programming will resume. 8. Social distancing of 6 feet apart will be
implemented for all group programs. To register for virtual Zoom programs, you may register by phone Card playing groups, will remain or by email (email addresses are included in the descriptions). suspended until further notice as there
is no effective way to structure this for To register for programs, registration may only be made online, our various card playing groups. by credit card over the phone or mail with check (no cash
please).
Your safety and the safety of our staff is very important to us, we
ask that you adhere to the following guidelines until further 9. Frequent handwashing and use of notice: sanitizer is requested.
1. All programs require pre-registration; walk-in registrations
cannot be accepted.
2. No drop in programs or visits will be permitted.
3. All on-site program registrants will be contacted by phone to 10. Access to water fountains has been complete a COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire prior to prohibited. Bring your own water bottle. arriving at the NSC. Questions will be asked prior to each Vending machines and coffee service event. are not available.
4. If you do not feel well or experience new symptoms, please
do not come to the Senior Center. Symptoms include, but If you have any questions, please call us at 847-588-8420. not limited to: shortness of breath, cough, fever, chills,
muscle pain or headache. If you exhibit any of these We look forward to welcoming you back to the Niles Senior symptoms, you will be asked to go home. Center.
5. There will only be 45 or fewer individuals allowed to Be Well! participate in an activity at a given time. Activities will be
staggered or spaced out to avoid an overabundance of Sincerely, people in the facility at one time.
6. Please report to your registered program and leave the Kelly Mickle premises at the conclusion. Director
8 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 INFORMATIONAL FORUM
Good Morning Coffee Chat with Chrisann Rules of the Road Class Th, Sep 3 | 9am |Free M, Nov 2 | 1pm| Free Bring a cup of coffee and be ready to chat. How Instructor from the Secretary of State’s Office are you? And I miss you! Take a refresher course, before you take your Get your Niles Free Bus Questions test.
Answered! F, Oct 2 | 9am | Free Duane Paulus, Village of Niles Transportation Supervisor will be here to talk about the Niles Free Bus, how it works, and answer any questions you may have.
EXERCISE PROGRAMS Chair Yoga Continuing Sun Style steps 7-12 W, Sep 2–30| 10am| $20M/$25NM Th, Sep 10 –Oct 29|10-10:45am| W, Oct 7-28 | 10am| $16M/$21NM $30M/$35NM nd Instructor: Diane Dombeck Experience the 2 half of Dr. Paul Lamm’s With a chair for support, this class challenges modified Sun style form. We will continue to the body and mind through strengthening, refine the first 6 steps and focus on the stretching, relaxing and breathing. intentional shifting of weight in slow, flowing Walking Club movements. Th, Sep 3-24|10am| Free Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile Th, Oct 1-29|10am| Free M, Sep 14 –Oct 26|11:15am | $28M/$33NM Lift your mood and move your feet with a free Instructor: Susan Kulaga senior walking club. Start walking today with a Join Susan as she combines seated and standing community of friends and get fit together! The movements for balance, strength, stretching, club will meet at the NSC and will walk slow to coordination and flexibility development all with medium speed for a duration to be determined friendly fun. by the group. Registration is required for the Fit for Life free walking club. The walking club will be Tu, Sep 15 –Oct 27|10-11am | $21M/$26NM Life is not cancelled if there is inclement weather. Instructor: Julie Adams Tai Chi Fit for Life is designed to increase muscle about waiting Instructor: Mary Neuhaus strength, range of motion and improve activities for the storm Join instructor Mary Neuhaus. She is an ACE for daily living. A chair is used for seated certified personal trainer and has been teaching exercise and standing support. Exercise can be to pass, it’s group fitness for 13 years, specializing in Senior modified for individual's fitness level. Fitness, Balance, and Aquatic training. about Introduction to Sun Style 1-6 Th, Sep 10 –Oct 29|9-9:45am| $30M/$35NM learning to No experience necessary. Improve balance and develop lower body strength. Learn Dr. Paul Lamm’s modified Sun Style form steps 1-6. Dance Focus is on the principles of Tai Chi which include full breaths, slow movements, postural In the alignment, and moving from the center.
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WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 NILES SENIOR CENTER 9 ARTS & CRAFTS
Paint & Party with Art Station Studio Flower Arranging Club DIY Friday Throw Pillow Painting F, Sep 4 | 11am | $18 M, Sep 21 | 2-4pm | $15M/$20NM Th, Oct 15 | 3pm| $15M/$20NM F, Oct 2 | 11am | $18 Explore the art of floral design with Art for your couch! Customize and design In person and Zoom option (material renowned floral designer Peter Grontas. In your own unique throw pillow for the pickup and delivery available for Zoom this fun and easy 60 minute DVD you will perfect accent piece for any room in the class) learn how to transform common fresh cut house. breathing. flowers from your local flower shop into Let's join the new paint-in party craze. You Pumpkin Carving beautiful arrangements for your home. By don't have to be an experienced artist to M, Oct 26 | 2pm | $5M/$7.50NM combining different textures and colors create a work of art. We will learn how to We will provide the pumpkin and tools to you’ll learn to create stunning bouquets to paint a simple painting with step by step make it a breeze, or feel free to bring your brighten your home and beautiful instructions. Paint-in-party is the perfect own supplies. Join a friendly competition arrangement for special occasions. The time to get together with family and and get in the spirit of Halloween. group will learn through creative media and friends. DIY Projects to Donate to the Anti- each other, the only fee is for the flowers to Cruelty Society Watercolor with Carol Luc create an arrangement for you to take Tu, Sep 8-29 | 1-3pm | $10M/$15NM home! F, Oct 30 | 11am | Free Each Class These projects are a great way to help Music, Art & Kindness shelter pets. Pets need items to keep them Tu, Oct 6-27 |1-3pm |$10M/$15NM Th, Sep 24 | 11am | Free busy, happy, and stimulated while they live Each Class This is a perfect opportunity to listen to within a shelter. The projects include: cat Please bring your own supplies, supply list music and relax with friends. Supplies will wands, cork toys, dog puzzle toys, adopt me will be made available upon registration. be available to design, paint and display scarfs, kitty sachets, etc. Please bring old t- This class is a fun way to express your kind words on rocks. shirts, cardboard toilet paper rolls and artistic side with a wonderful and cardboard paper towel rolls (just the knowledgeable instructor. cardboard).
FUN & GAMES Mystery Game Scattergories Codenames W, Sep 2-Oct 27| 3pm | $2M/$3NM F, Sep 18 | 2pm | Free F, Oct 16 | 2pm | Free Our monthly game events are back…with a Scattergories is a creative-thinking category- Two teams compete by each having a slight twist! See the old group as we get based party game originally published by "spymaster" give one-word clues that can together for Charades, Pictionary, general Parker Brothers in 1988. point to multiple words on the board. The Trivia, and a new game, “Who Am I?” and Farkle other players on the team attempt to guess play for NSC gift certificates. Program will F, Sep 25| 2:00pm | Free their team's words while avoiding the words be held outdoors as weather permits. Farkle is a fun and challenging dice game of the other team. Yahtzee with multiple variations and scoring Wheel of Fortune F, Sep 4 | 2pm | Free options. The object of the game is to score F, Oct 23 | 2pm | Free Try and get as many points as possible by a minimum of 10,000 points. Contestants guess hidden phrases by rolling combinations of five dice up to three Bingo guessing letters one at a time by spinning times in a turn. The game ends when you Tu, Oct 6 | 2pm | $2M/$3NM the wheel. have filled in all the slots in the game. Come play Bingo for Prizes Feud with Friends Five Seconds or Less Jeopardy F, Sep 11 | 2pm | Free F, Oct 30 | 2pm | Free F, Oct 9 | 2pm | Free Participants will be divided into two groups The rules are simple. With 5 seconds on the Contestants pick from six categories, clock, a player has to name 3 things. Once and compete to name the most popular ranging from science, to pop culture, to responses to survey questions. If you need the time runs out, the other players decide language puzzles. Each column of whether it qualifies as a pass or fail. a few laughs, join us for some fun! categories has five dollar amounts to pick from.
10 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 VOLUNTEER COMMITTEES
Decorating Committee Committee Chat F, Sep 11 | 11am F, Oct 16 |11am This group will discuss ways we can decorate for the holidays. During Calling all committees, let’s chat about NSC moving forward and how these uncertain times, we will also explore alternative ways we can to address Covid-19. What can we do during the upcoming holiday spread some holiday cheer to the community. seasons? How can we help each other during this time?
MOVIES
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (PG, 2019, 1h 48m) W, Sep 2 | 2pm | Free Starring: Tom Hanks “After a jaded magazine writer, Tom Junod, is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about kindness, love and forgiveness from America's most beloved neighbor.”- Netflix.com
Judy (PG13, 2019, 1h 58m) W, Sep 23 | 2pm | Free Starring: Renee Zellweger “Thirty years after rising to global stardom, showbiz legend Judy Garland arrives in London to perform a five-week sold-out run at The Talk of the Town. While preparing for the shows, Garland battles with management, reminisces with friends and adoring fans, and embarks on a whirlwind romance with soon-to-be fifth husband Mickey Deans — all while bravely struggling to overcome intensifying anxiety and physical decline.”-Netflix.com
Richard Jewell (R, 2019, 2h 11m) W, Sep 30 | 2pm | Free Starring: Sam Rockwell and Kathy Bates “There is a bomb in Centennial Park. You have thirty minutes." The world is first introduced to Richard Jewell as the security guard who reports finding the device at the 1996 Atlanta bombing—his report making him a hero whose swift actions saved countless lives. But within days, the law enforcement wannabe becomes the FBI's number one suspect, vilified by press and public alike, his life ripped apart. Reaching out to independent, anti-establishment attorney Watson Bryant, Jewell staunchly professes his innocence. But Bryant finds he is out of his depth as he fights the combined powers of the FBI, GBI and APD to clear his client's name, while keeping Richard from trusting the very people trying to destroy him.”-Netflix.com
Ford v Ferrari (PG13, 2019, 2h 32m) W, Oct 7 | 2pm | Free Starring: Christian Bale and Matt Damon “American car designer Carroll Shelby and the fearless British-born driver Ken Miles together battle corporate interference and the laws of physics to build a revolutionary race car and take on Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.”-Netflix.com
Yesterday (PG13, 2019, 1h 56m) W, Oct 21 | 2pm | Free “While he's still looking for his big break, musician Jack Malik gets hit by a bus during a global blackout. But when he wakes up to find he's the lone person on Earth who knows of the Beatles and their songbook, Jack has a huge chance at stardom..”-Netflix.com
12 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 ENTERTAINMENT
Exploring America’s National Parks & Women in History: Presented by MIXX Company Band (Outdoor) Monuments Martina Mathisen M, Sep 21 | 6pm | $12M/$17NM Tu, Sep 8 |10:30am| $5M/$7.50NM (Choose in person or virtual) Even though we don’t have the BBQ this Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 W, Sep 16| 3pm | $7M/$10.50NM year, we still have the most important part The United States began the national park Virtual/Phone-In: $3.50 of any fall celebration---MUSIC! The Mixx idea with the creation of Yellowstone History comes alive as living history Company Band, a five-piece ensemble and National Park in 1872. Today the park entertainer Martina Mathisen takes us on a stars of February’s BHM Luncheon, will be system includes nearly 400 sites including journey through time with this engaging here to kick off the season with fun and parks, monuments, seashores and program which takes a fascinating look at flavor with their mix of Motown, jazz, blues, lakeshores, preserving remnants of the dynamic women in history that have and soul music. Come say “hey” to fall with original ecosystems of the United States. In impacted our lives. The women The Mixx Company Band. this program, we’ll visit some of these areas represented were doing big things, secret Marilyn Monroe: “Candle in the and see some of America’s most beautiful things, and even dangerous things. Some Wind” with John Boda places. were well know, others not well known, F, Sep 25 | 11am | $5M/$7.50NM each marvelously expressing themselves Voytek Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 and their passions. Which famous W, Sep 9 | 3pm | $6M/$9NM This presentation will look into the life, trailblazing women will you see? Come find Virtual/Phone-In: $3 career and death of one of the most out! Third time’s the charm! The talented multi- beautiful stars of the Century – Marilyn instrumentalist Voytek will be here---in History of the Clothes Hanger & Gift Monroe! Fantastic pictures and career person---for his variety show. Known across Th, Sep 17 | 3pm | $8M/$12NM highlights will be featured along with songs the greater Chicagoland area, Voytek plays Virtual/Phone-In: $4 she had hits with such as “Diamonds are a the sax, drums, and piano for a show to Learn about the history of the clothes Girl’s Best Friend” “My Heart Belongs to please all music lovers. hanger, when was the 1st clothes hanger Daddy”, “Heatwave”, There’s No Business- created and why? View a display of Like Show Business” and the grand finale Barrett Haselwood Trio (Outdoor) different hangers and how they can be will be the touching tribute written by Elton M, Sep 14 | 5:30pm | $10M/$15NM used, including techniques on how to John – Candle in the Wind over a montage The trio will be playing your favorite songs of pictures. John Boda will also clearly cover from the good times of yesteryear. They display clothes or jewelry as art. If you see want to hear your requests! Please let it, you wear it. Discover how a clothes the facts around her strange death and Milcah know if you have any special songs hanger can be combined with an article of allow the audience to decide if they believe you’d like to hear. Come say “goodbye” to clothing or jewelry (2 gifts in 1). the official report or not. As in all these presentations, John Boda always concludes summer with the Barrett Haselwood Trio. Frank Sinatra of Chicago on a POSITIVE note with memories of the F, Sep 18 | 11am | $5M/$7.50NM good and happiness that is left by these Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 beloved entertainers of the past. Jack D’Amico is the Frank Sinatra of
Chicago. He performs with live bands as part of Rat Pack shows, as well as solo.
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Queen Elizabeth II with Die Musikmeisters German Band “Haunted Chicago” with John Boda Leslie Goddard F, Oct 9 | 11am | $5M/7.50NM F, Oct 23| 11am| $5M/$7.50NM M, Oct 5 | 2pm | $7M/$10.50NM Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 Virtual/Phone-In: $3.50 Die Musikmeisters Band ‘s repertoire The city of Chicago is considered one of the Meet Britain’s famous monarch. Learn combines a unique blend of traditional most haunted cities in the world! In this about her childhood, the abdication of her German music featuring polkas, waltzes, presentation John Boda tells the ghost uncle, her marriage to Prince Philip of German folk music and audience stories of some of the select favorites Greece, her World War II service, and her participation songs. The band also featured included with pictures of buildings and struggle to balance her roles as queen and Austrian Tuned Cowbells as part of their people involved. Many of these ghost encounters also are directly intertwined mother. Get to know the woman behind the performance. Die Musikmeisters’ diverse with other lecture talks such as “Eastland” images, her sense of humor and savvy musical arrangements in combination with “Chicago Fire” “1893 World’s Fair” and intelligence with which she meets her the band's liveliness and humor provide “Iroquois Theatre Fire.” Even if people are Oktoberfest entertainment for all ages. demanding obligations. skeptics …. This is always a great talk, Exploring the World’s National Parks History of Belly Dancing especially near Halloween and you’ll be left & Monuments M, Oct 19 | 2pm | $5M/7.50NM with the option to believe it or not! Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 Th, Oct 8 | 3pm | $5M/$7.50NM Randy McCallister Virtual/Phone-In: $2.50 Learn about the ancient dance in different (Choose in person or virtual) Following America’s lead, most countries parts of the world. View a few dance moves Th, Oct 29 | 3pm | $6M/$9NM have preserved their most beautiful and and participate. Virtual/Phone-In: $3 wildlife-rich areas as national parks and Regina Rhymes Cabaret Show Randy McCallister, balladeer extraordinaire, preserves. In this program we’ll visit parks (Choose in person or virtual) will be back to serenade us. Randy’s musical in such diverse places as the Amazon Th, Oct 22| 12:30pm | $8M/$12NM tastes span the beloved crooners to the rainforest, East African savannas, Australia, Virtual/Phone-In: $4 funky beats of Motown and the soft rock of New Zealand, The Galapagos Island and Regina and her band blew our socks off with Phil Collins. more. at our 2018 Holiday Luncheon. She and her Marty Sammon Duo accompanying pianist will be back for a (Choose in person or virtual) special performance, right in time for M, Oct 12 | 1pm | $6M/$9NM Sweetest Day. From Lover’s Lane to Best Virtual/Phone-In: $3 Friends Boulevard, this show is to be Marty Sammon, a South Side Chicago enjoyed with all of the “sweet” people you native, is a renowned American blues have in your life. keyboardist. Known for his energetic performances, improvisation, and mastery of traditional, Marty is considered in the industry to be an ambassador of Chicago blues and one of the resident musicians at Buddy Guy Legends and with the Chicago Blues Brothers. It’s a treat to have this duo in a special show.
14 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 FLU SHOT CLINIC
Flu Shot Clinic Th, Sep 17 | 10am-12pm
First come, first serve basis. Osco accepts most insurance cards. High dose vaccine available for 65 and over and is covered by Medicare. Quadrivalent vaccine for 18 and over is covered by most insurance plans. Pneumonia vaccine, including Prevnar, is available for 65 and over and is covered by Medicare.
15 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 HEALTHY RECIPE—FALL QUINOA & CRANBERRY SALAD
Fall Quinoa & Cranberry Salad Salt and pepper to Enjoy this delicious fall treat that is a gluten-free, nutrition-packed taste salad featuring broccoli, quinoa, cranberries, and walnuts. In a medium Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cook Time: 20 minutes, Servings: 6 saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth and cover and lower 1 cup uncooked tri-colored quinoa heat to simmer. Cook 1/3 cup Ocean Spray® Craisins® Dried Cranberries for 10-12 minutes. 1 cup fresh broccoli, cut into small pieces Add Craisins® Dried 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped Cranberries and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool. For the Candied Walnuts: 1 tablespoon butter Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside. 1 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped 2 tablespoons granulated sugar In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add nuts, 2 tablespoons brown sugar sugar, brown sugar and salt and sauté for 5-6 minutes. Pour nuts Pinch of salt onto lined tray and separate pieces. Set aside to cool.
For the Dressing: In a food processor, add olive oil, lime juice, Craisins® Dried 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Cranberries, garlic, salt and pepper. Blend until well incorporated. 4 tablespoons lime juice 1/4 cup Ocean Spray® Craisins® Dried Cranberries Combine quinoa, broccoli florets, parsley and dressing and toss well. 1 large garlic clove Top with candied nuts and serve immediately.
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MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT
Medicare Open Enrollment Compare health and prescription drug plans for 2021 For 2021 coverage, open enrollment is from October 15 through Are you considering enrolling in or changing your Medicare December 7, 2020. Part D plan? During open enrollment beneficiaries who are not
enrolled in Medicare prescription drug coverage can enroll. During Open Enrollment, think about the year ahead Also, current enrollees in the program can switch plans. If you Not all Medicare coverage options offer the same benefits. Maybe currently have prescription drug coverage, you should review your needs have changed and you now want prescription drug your coverage during this period. You might want to enroll in a coverage, help with out-of-pocket costs, a broader provider network, Medicare drug plan that better meets your needs. or additional benefits, like vision, hearing, or dental coverage. Think about what benefits are most important in helping you meet your For more information, or assistance with reviewing your plans, unique health care needs in 2021. please contact the Niles Senior Center at 847-588-8420.
Review your current Medicare coverage Does your current Medicare coverage offer the services you need? If you have other types of health or prescription drug coverage, make sure you understand how that coverage works with Medicare. Now’s the time to change your Medicare coverage to the plan that is right for you.
18 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 SOCIAL SERVICES
From the Desk of Kathy O’Grady, LCCW living . Our team can also make sure you have a good understanding of the benefits of Medicare In addition to counseling and Hello Niles Seniors…. & Medicaid. case management services, our
Senior Social Work Department Some of you may know me from my previous All the staff at Niles Senior Center wish to offers the following support time from working on the second floor at Niles support you in any way possible, especially in Senior Center. I have returned full time as a groups (there is no cost to attend these times that can be uncertain. Our staff social worker for the Senior Center & needless groups but registration is want to prepare you and your loved ones to to say, if feels good to be back. required, please call 847-588- remain safe and healthy, and we can make sure 8460): that happens by being available to you and However, even in the short time since I’ve been yours Monday through Friday 9am to 4:30pm. Caregiver Group back, so much has changed. The Senior Center Please contact our office to ask any questions This monthly group offers is closed though we are still open for business to and to request assistance in any matter that take your calls for assistance on any issues such support to family and friends concerns you. We are here to help! as... caring for loved ones. The group
is a source of emotional help and All the best, How do I get support for myself in the home? practical guidance that provides
If it is an issue of having an aide in the home, we an opportunity to relieve stress can direct you to North Shore Senior Services so Kathy O’Grady, LCSW and interact with other this agency can complete an assessment & caregivers. determine if you meet eligibility to have a caregiver at no cost for up to 20 hours per week Parent Group funded through the Department on Aging. A support group that is available for senior parents coping with If a person does not meet the guidelines for the the demands of caring for above listed program, there are also several medically, emotionally or private duty agencies in the area that offer financially dependent adult caregivers at rates starting at $19.00 on up. These are caregivers that you in a sense become children. the “employer” of and you pay out of pocket for the amount of hours you need.
Senior Services is working on obtaining volunteers that can do light yard work and snow shoveling. So please stand by for more information on available volunteers.
I have never completed a Power of Attorney for Health Care or Finances. Why do I need these documents?
These legal forms give your family along with health care & legal institutions an understanding on your decisions. The Power of Attorney can step in and make important health care & legal decisions on your behalf if you cannot.
Who can I talk to regarding my future needs? The social work team at the Senior Center is well versed in reviewing the difficult choices that one must make in life. Social workers are open to listening & talking about changing one’s living environment, especially if there is still an adult child living in the home. Social workers can provide referrals for and explain the different types of residences such as supportive, independent, assisted living & nursing home
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20 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 WORD SEARCH
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VOTE BY MAIL Due to COVID-19, Voters are strongly encouraged to vote by mail. Contact the Village Clerk’s office at 847-588-8014 for a mail ballot applica- tion. You can also go online and request an application directly from the Cook County Clerk’s office at cookcountyclerk.com. When you apply directly with Cook County, you will need your driver’s license or state identification number or the last four digits of your Social Security Num- ber, the address where you would like your ballot mailed; and an email address.
EARLY VOTING The Village of Niles will host Early Voting in the Council Chambers from October 19-November 2.
Any questions, contact the Village Clerk’s office 847-588-8003.
22 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 COVIA CONNECTIONS
In this time of separation, Well Connected and Well Connected Español are here for you—to provide laughs, intellectual stimulation, inspiration, conversation and more, all via groups you can join from home, by phone or online.
Connect from Anywhere Well Connected is a community made up of participants, staff, facilitators, presenters, and other volunteers who care about each other and who value being connected. All groups are accessible by phone from wherever you are at no cost to you.
Something for Everyone Whether you like art or zoology, music or meditation, there is a program for you. Each Well Connected session offers groups and classes on a wide range of topics. You’re sure to find one that interests you. And Well Connected meets 365 days a year, so there’s always a chance to connect.
How does it work? Well Connected members call in via a toll-free number at a set time each week, with some groups also offering the option to connect Covia Well Connected via computer, tablet, or mobile device. Most groups last 30 minutes to an hour with around 12 participants. Newcomers are always September & October Hosted on Zoom welcome! If you don’t feel like talking at first, you’re welcome to Please email [email protected] to join or request a full description of just listen as long as you’ve let the group know you’re there. the program. WORD SEARCH ANSWER KEY
24 NILES SENIOR CENTER WWW.VNILES.COM • (847) 588-8420 CENTER NEWS & INFORMATION
FRIENDLY VISITOR PROGRAM FREQUENTLY CALLED Friendly Visitor Program NUMBERS The Friendly Visitor program is temporarily postponed. Please contact Jaymi Blickhahn if you are interested in making telephone reassurance calls to Maine Township Niles residents who live alone and are isolated due to Assessors Office COVID-19. 847-297-2510 Niles Township Assessors Office 847-673-9300 MEDICARE RESOURCE CENTER Niles Free Bus 847-588-7960 Do you need to investigate your health insurance options and gather accurate infor- Pace Bus mation concerning Medicare so you can make decisions that can prevent serious, cost- 847-364-7223 ly problems? In our new Medicare Resource Center we have several publications to assist you in making informed health insurance decisions. The NSC also has three certi- Social Security Office- 705 N Wheeling Rd, fied Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselors onsite to assist with health Mount Prospect insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. 800-772-1213 Please call 847-588-8420 to set up an appointment. Village of Niles Administration Building, Mayor’s Office, Village Manager, Village Clerk, Vehicle Sticker, Voter Registration PARTNERSHIP TELEPHONE PROGRAMS 847-588-8000 For September & October 2020, please email Chrisann at [email protected] to join or re- Community Development quest a full description of the program. 847-588-8040 Family Services 847-588-8460 Fire Department VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES EMERGENCY | 911 Non-Emergency | 847-588-6800 See Page 11 for Volunteer Committees Niles Family Fitness Center 847-588-8400 Niles Family Services Food Pantry 847-588-8460 Police Department EMERGENCY | 911 Non-Emergency | 847-588-6500 Public Services, Garbage Collection, Forestry, Water Main Breaks 847-588-7900 Water Billing 847-588-8030
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Policies Parking SERVICES BY Membership Vehicles must be parked in a designated space. If a APPROINTMENT Niles residents may purchase a membership to the parked vehicle is taking up more than one space, it ONLY NSC for $20 a year per person, or $30 a year for two is not an acceptable excuse for another operator to residing at the same address. Non-residents may do the same. Drivers should be aware that spaces Gift Certificates purchase a membership to the NSC for $35 a year in prime locations tend to fill up quickly. Depending Available at the front desk. per person, or $45 a year for two residing at the on your time of arrival, the outer lots may be the Handicapped Placards same address. Members receive the bi-monthly best choice for parking. Should the staff witness or Forms available at the program guide and priority registration with be notified of any issues in the Senior Center lot, front desk. including locked cars with engines running, parking member pricing. Your membership card must be Medical Lending Closet illegally in or next to a handicapped spot, fender scanned in at the front desk to allow access to the Walkers, canes, or wheelchairs benders, and/or observed difficulty with driving, the Center including the card room, billiards room, available for short term use to Niles police will be called to respond. main lobby with large screen TV and Free WiFi, residents. library for books & movies, & multi-media center. Permission to Photograph Program Guide Photos are periodically taken of participants in a Registration FREE M/$1NM or FREE online at class, during a special event or any other Senior So that we may contact you in the event of a www.vniles.com cancellation, all programs, both FREE and paid, Center function. These photos are for Village of Optelec Clear Reader require registration. Payment is due at the time of Niles use and may be used in all forms of media. A photo is taken of typed materials, registration. Registration is available online, by mail Americans with Disabilities Act such as a magazine, newspaper, or with a check, or by phone with a credit card. All The Village of Niles intends to comply with the program fees must be paid in full at time of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by making book, and reads the information out registration. We are unable to hold a seat without reasonable accommodations for people with loud. The Reader is available for use payment. Individuals on a waitlist will be called if disabilities. We hope that this will enhance our in the multi-media center. there is an opening and payment may be made at building’s appearance and make your efforts to be Ventra Card that time. informed easier. If you or someone you know with a Applications available. Photos taken Refunds disability requires accommodations for a Village for a $3 processing fee. Programs cancelled by the NSC due to low service or have any questions about the Village’s SHIP Appointments enrollment, weather, or other scheduling conflicts, compliance, please contact Steven Vinezeano, (Senior Health Insurance Program) will be fully refunded to the payor. In the event a Village Manager, Village Administration Building, Call for appointment. registrant cancels less than 24 hours prior to the 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL 60714. TDD (Hearing Impaired Phone) program (excluding trips), the Program Coordinator 847-588-8487 and/or Director will make a determination Will Appointments regarding a refund. Refunds will be made to the Call for more information. payor of the event by account credit, refund check Yard Waste Stickers or a refund to the credit card used at the time of Available for $2 each at the registration (Please note that refund checks may front desk. take up to thirty days from the date of cancellation). Trip Cancellation Policy Fees for day trips are non-refundable within 10 working days of the trip if a replacement cannot be found. Please call and speak with a staff person if you cannot attend the trip. If we are successful in finding a replacement, the payor of the trip will receive a refund by account credit, refund check or In Memory of... a refund to the credit card used at the time of registration. Niles Police Department Fees for overnight trips are non refundable 30 days Sgt. Joseph Lazo before the trip unless a replacement can be found. Det. Joseph Paglia (Ret.) Code of Conduct Participants are expected to maintain an accepted CSO Michael White level of conduct and hygiene so as not to cause Our deepest condolences to harm or distress to self or others. Disruptive their families and the Niles behaviors that affect others will be immediately Police Department . addressed and may call for immediate and/or permanent dismissal of the participant. The NSC reserves the right to correct errors in this publication.
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MAYOR Andrew Przybylo TRUSTEES George D. Alpogianis John C. Jekot Danette O’Donovan- Matyas Denise M. McCreery Craig Niedermaier Dean Strzelecki VILLAGE MANAGER Steven C. Vinezeano VILLAGE CLERK REGISTRATION STARTS: MONDAY, AUGUST 31 Maylene J. Victorine SENIOR CENTER DIRECTOR Kelly Mickle PROGRAM COORDINATORS Jaymi Blickhahn Milcah Baraona Chrisann Fahy SOCIAL WORKERS Angelika Danek Bev Wessels ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Bernadette Warner RECEPTIONIST Jolanta Banasiak MAINTENANCE Marco Aviles