June/July/August 2018

News and Activities for Orange County’s Older Adults

Inside this edition Aging Transitions...... 6-17 Language Classes...... 36-37 Seniors on the Road...... 53-55 Athletics...... 46-47 Lunch at the Centers...... 13 Seymour Tech ...... 53 Arts & Crafts...... 30-34 Movies...... 49-50 Special Events...... 40-45 Bridge & Other Games...... 35-36 Multigenerational Activities...... 4 Support Groups...... 29-30 Dance, Music & Theatre...... 47-49 Notes from the Director & Editor ...... 2 Transportation...... 12 Educational Opportunities...... 37-40 Orange County Senior Games ...... 19 Friends of the Senior Centers...... 8 Organizations & Club Meetings...... 52 Volunteer Connect 55+ (VC 55+). . . . 18-19 In Praise of Age TV Show ...... 10-11 Pottery Classes...... 34-35 Wellness Opportunities ...... 20-29 Interest Groups ...... 51 Senior Times NEWS...... 2-17 You'll Want to Know ...... 3

Visit us at www.orangecountync.gov/aging or facebook.com/OrangeCountyDepartmentonAging To join the bi-monthly listserv, email [email protected] and request to join the list. This is a great way to stay up-to-date on what is happening at the Centers. Page 2 Senior Times June – August 2018

From the Director From the Editor It has been a busy spring for us here at the Department As I write this the first of April, I am hopeful on Aging and it looks like it is shaping up to be a very busy that by the time this issue is released we’ll still summer. We are in the final months of the first year of have spring like temperatures, and not go straight the 2017-22 Master Aging Plan(MAP) and we have made to the summer heat and humidity that the great strides in accomplishing our goals. You can track Piedmont of NC often experiences. I encourage the progress on our website www.orangecountync.gov/ you to adventure into new experiences at the departments/aging where we post quarterly MAP updates. Senior Centers – Passmore in Hillsborough I would like to say thank you to all of our community partners and Seymour in Chapel Hill for healthy fun and and the many volunteers who have helped in making many of interesting activities that can keep you out of the our goals a reality. It is exciting to be a part of a community summer heat/humidity. You will find welcoming that values its older adults and by working together we can and different program offerings at each center. be the best Age-Friendly community in NC. Don’t forget there is still a place for you in any of our MAP workgroups. As the Master Aging Plan process moves Just drop me an email to learn more about how you can get along one of the issues that has emerged involved. is the interest in creating and cultivating Multigenerational Activities in the community It is with mixed emotions that I announce the retirements and at the Senior Centers. Check out the new of two of our Aging Transitions staff, Mary Fraser and Pam Multigenerational section on page 4 of this issue. Tillett. They both have played such a vital part in the work of If you know of other Multigenerational activities/ the Department on Aging. Their contributions to the aging programs that may interest others, please let me community both here in Orange County and in NC will be felt know and I will pass it along to the programming for years to come. You might continue to see Pam around team or feel free to call their attention to it; our the Centers and town, but Mary will be heading off to her new contact information is listed on the back page of home in Florida. We wish them both the very best on their the Senior Times and on the website. new adventures. I am so thankful for technology as I know they will only be an email or phone call away, as we transition I hope you will come in out of the heat and to find staff to fill “their shoes.” try something new and different at the Orange County Senior Centers. I hope that everyone has a relaxing, and hopefully not

SENIOR TIMES NEWS SENIOR too hot summer. We have some great programs coming up, Feel free to email, call or stop by to see me and so if you are looking to cool off, come take a new class or share your experiences and ideas for ways you participate in one of the many programs in our “cool” Centers. think we can continue to “Engage you at Every Age”. As always, I love hearing from you and seeing you at the Senior Centers. Come see me, or drop me an email. Sincerely, Myra Austin Sincerely, Senior Centers Administrator Janice Tyler Orange County Department on Aging Director, Orange County Department on Aging Senior Times Managing Editor [email protected] [email protected]

Celebrate National Pollinator Week With the Hillsborough Tree Board on June 16 from 10 am-12 noon at Cates Creek Park, located at 1445 Cates Creek Parkway in Hillsborough. The volunteer advisory board will host a ‘Meet the Garden’ event at the newly installed pollinator garden. Tree Board members will be available to discuss best practices for protecting pollinators and highlight native shrubs, flowers, and grasses that provide food for bees and butterflies. To learn more at the event, please contact Stephanie Trueblood, Public Space Manger for the Town of Hillsborough at [email protected].

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You’ll Want to Know Instructors Needed Senior Times is on the Web Do you have a craft or a skill you would like to share For the current issue of Senior Times online, and teach others? If you are interested in sharing go to our web site: www.orangecountync.gov/ your talents, please call the Center Program and departments/aging Click on the Senior Times link Operations Manager for the Passmore Center, Terry on the left side of the Department on Aging’s Home Colville, 919-245-2016, and for the Seymour Center, page. You will need Adobe Flashplayer 9. On-line Cydnee Sims, 919-245-4250. registration is available for some programs.

Centers Open in the Evenings Check Out Our Senior Page in the Durham The Passmore Center is open 4 nights per week, Herald Newspaper–Orange County and the Mon – Thu until 8 pm and the Seymour Center Triangle Today. is open Mon – Thu, until 9 pm. Check out the Just a reminder: We have a senior page in the evening programs throughout the various program Orange County issue of the Durham Herald as well schedules. as Triangle Today on Sunday, Jun 24 and Jul 29 with information on some of the upcoming month’s Registration for Programs Required events. You should register for all programs and classes in advance – both FREE, and those with a fee. Classes and events may become filled, or canceled if minimum numbers are not reached. Don’t be left out!

Senior Center Surveys Participants should take the opportunity to evaluate the Senior Centers’ programs and participate in the interest survey. Forms will are also available on the website, www.orangecountync.gov/departments/ aging Assistive Listening Devices Registration Forms Update Senior Center registration forms are available. If you Available at the Senior Centers haven’t completed, or updated, one in the last year, please do it and sign the waivers. Stop by the front Did you know that both the Passmore and Seymour desk at either Center to receive a form, UPDATE Centers have assistive listening devices available your info, if it’s changed or go to our website and when you attend programs at the Centers? Both look for the “Registration Form”. the Great Hall at Passmore and the Theater at the Seymour Center have a system for enhancing the Facebook – the Department on Aging speakers’/performers’ voices. Each center has 10 page facebook.com/OrangeCounty assistive listening receivers and 2 assistive devices Department on Aging and a new that work with a t-coil. We also have the capacity to revamped website, www.orangecountync.gov/ amplify a classroom instructor or program provider departments/aging Check them out and become in one of the class rooms other than the theater. a Facebook Friend! (We have a limited number of these systems so ask about availability.) Join the Senior Centers’ Email List If you are in need of such a device while you are at To add your address to the list, e-mail Myra Austin the center for a program, speak to the front desk at [email protected] Information is person who can instruct you on how to use the sent out approximately every two weeks. system. Page 4 Senior Times June – August 2018

Multigenerational Activities As the Master Aging Plan process moves along, CINEMA NIGHT AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER one of the issues that has emerged is the interest in (See pg 42 & 49 for details) creating and cultivating Multigenerational Activities in Wonder – Wed, Jun, 13 6 pm the community and at the Senior Centers. If you know of other Multigenerational activities/programs that PETALS WITH A PURPOSE (See pg 44 for details) may interest others, please let me know and I will pass Weds (354094-01) 1 –2:30 pm along to the programming team or feel free to call their attention to it; our contact information is listed on the PIANO PERFORMANCE: A MEDLEY OF MUSIC back page of the Senior Times and on the website. AT NOON (See pg 44 for details) Please note these activities are for ages 18 and over Sat, Jun 2 (333050-11) 12 noon unless otherwise listed. MOVIES WITH THE GRANDS! PASSMORE CENTER (See pg 50 for details) 10 am - 12 noon CROCKPOT CANDLES MAKING – Fri Jun 29 Leap! (321123-01) INTERGENERATIONAL CLASS Fri Jul 20 Ferdinand (321123-02) (See pg 32 for details) Ages 10+ . Register by: Fri, Jun 8 (Max: 10 participants) TECH KNOWLEDGE (See pg 38 for details) Instructor: Trish Payne appointment (first come first served basis). Sat, Jun 23 (224016-02) 9 am – 12 noon Min: 6/Max: 12 per Saturday Register by: 2 weeks prior to dates listed LEGACY OF MAYA ANGELOU Instructors: Local High School Students (See pg 44 for details) 1st & 3rd Sat, Jun 2, 16; Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18 Performer: Diane Faison (324063-01) 10 am – 12 noon Register by: Tue, Aug 14 Tue, Aug 21 (233037-01) 3 – 4:30 pm WEAVING FROM THE HEART: SAORI STYLE WEAVING (See pg 34 for details) LET’S DISCUSS HOW TO TALK ABOUT DEATH & Min: 4/Max: 8 DYING WITH OUR LOVED ONES AND DOCTORS Register by: 1 week prior to each session (See pg 19 for details) Mon, Jun 25, Jul 30, Aug 22 RSVP by Mon, Jun 4 at, 919-245-2015. (324056-12, 13, 14) 3 – 5:30 pm Thu, Jun 7 (233045-01) 5 – 7 pm

MOVIES AND MORE FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART VOLUNTEER (See pg 50 for details) Ages 3+ 1:30 pm INTERGENERALTIONAL VOLUNTEER Thu, Jun 28 CoCo (233023-06) OPPORTUNITIES (See pg 19 for details) Thu, Jul 26 Paddington 2 (233023-07) Calling volunteers of all ages! Come reap the health, social, and emotional benefits of intergenerational volunteering. To become a volunteer, please contact SEYMOUR CENTER Shenae McPherson, VC55+ Volunteer Coordinator, at BOOMING NIGHTS AT SEYMOUR SERIES 919-245-4243, or [email protected]. (See pg 42 for details) Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English or Mandarin/English) Register by: each session prior to class date as classes are sure to fill up fast. Volunteer Team Fee: $15 per class (includes most or all materials - see Handy Helpers Team each class description) Friend to Friend Team Community Visitation/SALT Team Mon, Jun 25 – Jeweled Flip Flops and Visors Volunteer Drivers Team Instructor: Laila Bradford Caregivers Respite Program Team (344059-07) 6 – 9 pm Memory Café Team

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Department on Aging Staff Retiring It is with both joy and sadness that we announce the retirements of two of our Aging Transitions staff, Mary Fraser and Pam Tillett. They both have played such a vital part in the work of the Department on Aging. Their contributions to the aging community both here in Orange County and in NC will be felt to WellCare for years to come. You might continue to see Pam around the Centers and town, but Mary will be who is providing Support to the heading off to her new home in Florida. We wish Orange County Department on Aging. them both the very best on their new adventures. We would like to thank WellCare, a healthcare service provider in the community for Seniors We will host a retirement reception on Friday, through a Medicare Advantage plan, for their May 11, for Pam Tillett at the Seymour Center support of programs and activities of the Orange around 12:30. Please join us as we share our fond County Department on Aging. memories and well wishes to Pam. With Your Support - Life is a Little Better in the Then, on Wednesday, June 27 at 4 pm at the Community for our older adults! Seymour Center we will host a retirement reception for Mary Fraser. Come join us as we say farewell to Mary.

Men’s Health Educational Seminar Find out about the Signs, Symptoms and Treatment options for Erectile Dysfunction and Stress Urinary University Place Incontinence (bladder leakage). Refreshments will be Chapel Hill, NC provided for attendees. Spouses/partners welcomed Speaker: Brad D Figler, MD, FACS (Urologist, UNC School of Medicine) 984- 974-5289 Fee: FREE Seymour Center Tue, Jun 5 6:30 pm keeping up with the evolution of time FINE TIMEPIECE RESTORATION 919.942.2253 Page 6 Senior Times June – August 2018

Are You or Someone You Love Aging In Community Series Facing an Aging Transition? Budgeting Can Be Beautiful: There is help a phone call away! Rethinking money in later life 919-968-2087

The Orange County Aging Transitions Team, located In this event, we’ll challenge common ideas about in both the Seymour and Passmore senior centers, why and how to create a personal budget. We’ll is available Mon - Fri to provide information and explore how budgeting can be used to fuel your assistance to all Orange County residents dealing passions and your projects, when debt can be with age-related issues. The Team is made up primarily of social workers and occupational turned into an asset, and what “resources” a therapists who can help solve problems and support satisfied mind might require. Our speaker, John independent living goals. Some of the services Eckblad, PhD. is a social psychologist who has available through the Aging Transitions Team include: worked most of his career advising corporate leaders. In his later life, John and his wife, • Resource identification and referral • Aging in Place and long-term care options Susie, have committed themselves to an annual counseling budget-building process that can appear to be • Home safety inspections and home modification both prudent or daring depending on the line recommendations item. Please join us for a fresh look at budgeting • Respite and support to caregivers as a process that can enable you to achieve the • Insurance and benefit counseling projects that matter most to you. • Transportation referral and assistance • Living alone telephone reassurance program Date: Thu, Jun 21, 6:30 – 8:30 pm All services are free to Orange County residents aged Location: Seymour Center 60+. To access, call the Aging Transitions Helpline (919-968-2087) send an email to agingtransitions@ Please register by calling the Seymour Center at orangecountync.gov, or visit the Seymour or 919-968-2070. Passmore Centers. Fee: Free

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Come to a Center for “One Stop Shopping” Social workers at both the Seymour Center and Passmore Center can help seniors apply for a variety of financial aid services - such as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - formerly Food Stamps), Energy Assistance, and Medicaid. Our Aging Transition social workers are able to discuss your questions and concerns about these programs in a confidential setting, and to complete the required paper work. This is called, “One-Stop Shopping”. To find out if you qualify for any of these programs, call the Aging Transitions Help Line at 919-968-2087, Mon - Fri, 9 am – 4 pm to make an appointment. 橙郡老年中心 社会工作者服务团队 Venga a un Centro “Todo Bajo un Techo” 橙郡老年中心的 Aging Transition Program （老年人过 Los trabajadores sociales del Centro Seymour y el 渡 项 目 ）是 由 社 会 工 作 者 组 成 。我 们 的 目 标 是 帮 助 老 年 人 Centro Passmore pueden ayudar a las personas 更好的利用社区资源，维持独立生活的能力，提升老年人 mayores a solicitar una variedad de servicios de ayuda 的生活质量。 financiera, como SNAP (Programa de Asistencia de 我们帮助橙郡的老人申请一系列的经济补助，包括：电费 Nutrición Suplementaria, anteriormente Estampillas 能源补助，食物补助，医疗保险 Medicaid/Medicare, 或 de Comida “Food Stamps”), asistencia con el pago de 帮您申请一部免费的电话。我们的团队帮您解答任何生 electricidad y Medicaid. Nuestros trabajadores sociales 活中的难题，从独立住宅 到养老院，从医药补助到填写 del Equipo de Transiciones del Envejecimiento pueden 表 格 ，受 理 申 请 。 discutir sus preguntas y preocupaciones sobre estos 为减轻照顾生病老人的家人的负担，我们提供中文的照 programas de una manera confidencial y completar 顾者支持项目：免费咨询，资源推荐，医保申请，情感支 los documentos requeridos. Esto se llama “Todo 持，住家照顾等。此外，若您家人有严重健忘，性格突变， Bajo un Techo”. Para averiguar si califica para alguno 走失等问题，我们的健康保健中心将提供认知，记忆力， de estos programas, llame a la línea de ayuda de los 情绪评估及早期老年失智症筛查等。 adultos mayores: 919-968-2087 (ingles) o 919-245-4279 (español) para pedir una cita. 英文热线：919-968-2087 更多咨询请登录： www.orangecountync.gov/aging HILLSBOROUGH Florence Gray Soltys Adult Day Health Program PHARMACY “KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY HEALTHY” An Enriching Day Program for Adults and Seniors t
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Looking to Share Your Home? Looking for Housemates? The Seymour Center and the Passmore Center each have a Shared Housing Bulletin Board to help those seeking shared housing. Please post a notecard sized notice on the bulletin board with your contact information and what you are seeking. Also, there will be a list of suggestions for finding and contacting potential housemates. The path to a new living situation starts now! Page 8 Senior Times June – August 2018

Friends of the Senior Centers FRIENDS OF THE JERRY M PASSMORE CENTER GET INVOLVED If you are interested in becoming a friend of the Center, You are welcome to attend monthly Friends Board please stop by and ask for information or go to our meetings the 3rd Thu of the month at 1 pm. If you website www.passmorecenterfriends.org If you would enjoy helping to plan special events, you can be happily like to join our Board, call Beverly Blythe, Friends of engaged helping the Friends provide some of the Passmore - President, 919-732-8315. “extras” that make the Seymour Center so special for the many people who make it a regular part of their MONTHLY MEETINGS lives. For more information call Ken Moore at 919-423- Friends of Passmore hold their regular meetings the 3rd 4735 or email: [email protected]. Mon of the month, 9:30 – 11:30 am at the Passmore The Friends Website is Center, Hillsborough. If you are interested in attending, http:// friendsoftheseymourcenter.org please call the center, 919-245-2015 to make sure the meeting is being held. HONOR A LOVED ONE To remember someone, the name is engraved on a clear plaque and placed on a beautiful wall painted by local LEGACY WALL artist Michael Brown. A person may be honored with a In the Passmore Center there is a beautifully painted donation to the Friends of the Seymour Center of $100 legacy wall painted by International Artist, David Stickel. or more. For more information, contact the Seymour This legacy wall is a way to honor those individuals who Center’s facility manager, Robin Bailin. Donations, along have meant so much to us and have made a difference with the person’s name for the plaque, can be sent to: in our lives. This is an opportunity to place the name of Friends of the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center, 2551 an individual in an area where people will be able to see Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 – Attn: Treasurer. their name and remember them. The minimum amount required to place a name on the wall is $100. This is an ongoing fundraiser for the Friends of Passmore Center to benefit the Passmore Center. HELP THE SEYMOUR CENTER— DONATE A VEHICLE If you would like to volunteer to be on a standing committee, please contact Helen Miller at the Passmore If you have a vehicle you want to let go (running or Center, 919-245-2015. not), consider donating it to the Friends of the Seymour Center for a tax deduction. Call our custom toll-free SAVANNAH, GA – A TASTE OF SAVANNAH number at 1-844-750-GIVE (844-750-4483) to See details in the Seniors on the Road section pg 55 schedule a convenient time for a fast, free pick up Oct 4 – 6 of your vehicle. When it is sold, you will get a receipt TRIP PRESENTATION for your tax records, and the sale’s proceeds will be See details in the Special Events Section pg 45 donated directly to the Friends of the Seymour Center Thu, Jun 7 (217000-01) 2 pm in your name.

SPECIAL 12-NIGHT SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE FROM BALTIMORE, MD Attention Amazon Shoppers Mar 16 – 28, 2019 Support Friends of Seymour See details in the Seniors on the Road section pg 55 Go to: . smile.amazon.com/ch/56-1750904 FRIENDS OF THE ROBERT AND PEARL SEYMOUR Use your Amazon ID and password. CENTER Friends of the Seymour Center is a nonprofit, tax-exempt At no extra cost Amazon will make a half percent organization that pursues avenues of financial support contribution of your purchase to Friends With for programming of the Seymour Center activities and subsequent purchases, Amazon automatically programs. continues this contribution to Friends. It’s easy being a friend to Friends.

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2017 June - DecemberEngAGING Proposed ISSUES WELLNESS EngAGING PROGRAMS ISSUES Programs UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont, 100 Sprunt St, Chapel Hill, 2 PMAll -programs FREE and start Open at to 2:00 the p.m. Public 919-966-5500 to register UNCRegistrationWellness Centerbegins 3 atweeks Meadowmont before program.100 SeatingSprunt capacity St, Chapel is limited. Hill, NC EmailTo register, [email protected] please call 919 for -966-5500information. Registration opens 3weeks in advance of program. Seating capacity is limited. WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/AgingInCommunityOrangeCoNC Email [email protected] for information HOW TO LEARN AND EXPLORE A POST-PAYCHECK MOBILITY AND ACTIVITY, WATCHLIVE WELL WITH FOR FALLS MONTHLY CAREER ANNOUNCEMENT - VOLUNTEER! HEALTH REMINDERS AND ARTHRITIS! PREVENTION Yvette Missri, Manager, Kirsten Ambrose MS, CCRC Program Volunteer 55+, Orange County Manager, OA Action Alliance, Thurston Louise Keefer, YMCA and Lindsay Arthritis Research Center Bailey, UNC Hospitals Injury Department on Aging GROWING OLD BEING BOLD: ISSUES OF AGEISM Prevention Coordinator Cherie Rosemond, PhD, Director Partnerships on Aging of UNC and Thursday, August 9 Thursday, September 13 AmyThursday, Gorely, June MPA, 14 Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Community Outreach of Carolina Meadows, Inc September 14, 2017 NOTE: WATCH FOR MONTHLY REMINDER NOTICES AND DETAIL CHANGES GROWING WISER AND WELL WITH HEAD TO HIP YOGA AND YOGA THERAPY JanetOR R. ThompsonEMAIL [email protected], RN of UNC Wellness Center for Yoga updates Instructor October 12, 2017

GROWING WISER AND WELL WITH HIP TO TOE YOGA AND YOGA THERAPY Janet R. Thompson, RN of UNC WellnessBi-Lingual Center Yoga Instructor (Chinese/English OC Veterans Memorial November 9, 2017 Donations Needed and Spanish/English) CARING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS: MAKING IT THE BEST IT CAN BE! The fundraising campaignFrom OC forC.A.R.E.S the Orange County: Ryan Lavalley , Marie Rawlings-Dagger,VolunteersKim Lamon-Loperfido Needed, at the Veterans Memorial is underway. The officialDecember 14, 2017 Seymour Center groundbreaking ceremony was held on Memorial Day. The Veterans Memorial will pay tribute to The Seymour Center is looking for bilingual volunteers the thousands of men and women from Orange County who served, or are serving, in Allthe USprograms armed start atwho 2:00 can helpp.m. Mandarin/Cantonese speaking seniors forces. Residents can donate to the memorial with language-related services: translation, class through the Orange County Community Giving assistance, interpretation and etc. Any amount of Fund – www.ocncgiving.org help will be appreciated. If you are bi-lingual and Checks may also be sent to the address below. interested in spending some time with Chinese- Orange County Community Giving Fund speaking seniors at the Seymour Center in Chapel Financial Services Hill or the Passmore Center in Hillsborough, please PO Box 8181, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Please be sure to indicate the gift is for call the Aging Transitions Help-line at 919-968-2087. the Veterans Memorial. 您兼备双语，敬爱老人，愿意帮助不会英文的老人更好 For more information visit 的融入美国社区，享受服务吗？若您感兴趣，请拨打橙 www.orangecountyveteransmemorial.com 郡老年中心中文热线 919-259-0232. Page 10 Senior Times June – August 2018

In Praise of Age TV Show In Praise of Age (IPOA) is a weekly, award-winning June 28: “Jewish Pirates of the Caribbean” – Host television production to inform and entertain older Bobbie Lubker interviews Ed Kritzler, writer and historian, adults and the community on aging issues. All half- on his book about Jewish pirates who “carved out an hour shows are sponsored by the Department on Aging, empire in the new world for their quest for treasure, UNC Health Care, Carol Woods Retirement Community, religious freedom and revenge” in the Caribbean. (OAD: and the Friends of Passmore Center. Programs are 6/27/09) YouTube broadcast on Spectrum TV, Channel 8 (Chapel Hill), Channel 4 (Carrboro), and Channel 18 (Durham area). July 5: “Bettering the Health of the People” – Host Bobbie Show times have been changed and expanded to three Boyd Lubker interviews Dr William McLendon about his per week - Thursdays at 9 pm, Fridays at 5 am and seminal book on the history of medicine in NC and the establishment of UNC Hospitals. (OAD: 12/27/08) YouTube Mondays at 2 pm. July 12: “Brain Health Academy: Maximizing Our Brain You also can view online some of the past popular IPOA Health” – Dr Kahli Zietlow, Duke Geriatric Medicine Dept, programs, and those listed. Go to YouTube.com and in a keynote address at the Passmore Center explores the type In Praise of Age in the search box. Then click the spectrum of changes in our memory and thinking as we red “subscribe” button on the In Praise of Age channel age. She provides a brief overview of causes of memory show to automatically receive an email notice about any loss such as dementia and the risk factors the lead to new shows. unhealthy brain aging. (OAD: 6/30/18) YouTube Each program is replayed the week following the July 19: “Longevity: The Quest for the Fountain of Youth” broadcast on Monday at 10:30 am at both centers or – Dr Thelsa Weickert, UNC Asst Prof of Medicine, Div on Tuesday if Monday is a holiday. People can check of Cardiology, shares some interesting insights on living out program DVDs from the centers for home viewing. longer and life expectancy and where it occurs in the world The first Thursday of each month, IPOA will highlight an (including the USA) in so-called “Blue Zones” as well as the inspiring life story of someone who made a difference common denominators of the old-old. The program was in the community. part of the 2018 UNC Women’s Heart Symposium (OAD: 7/14/18) YouTube In Praise of Age is produced by Jerry Passmore, founding July 26: “Mindful Dying”as part of Let’s Talk about Death director of the Orange County Department on Aging, who and Dying Series of the OC Depart on Aging, Pam Tillett, can be contacted for questions or program suggestions Social Worker/Dementia Specialist, presents key principles at [email protected]. of mindfulness meditation and its benefits as we approach the end of life. Ethan Lechner, Social Worker, Carol Woods June 7: “UNC Women’s Basketball Coach Sylvia Retirement Community, leads the audience in a meditation Hatchell: An Inspiration for Women’s Health” – Enjoy an breathing exercise and its importance. The program was inspiring keynote by the Basketball Hall of Famer, given at held on Apr 2, 2015 (OAD: 7/11/2015) YouTube the 2018 UNC Women’s Heart Symposium. She shares her personal story in overcoming her battle with cancer August 2: “Steve Halkiotis: Commissioner by giving examples and encouragement to others. (OAD: Extraordinaire” – Host Florence Soltys interviews 2/17/18) YouTube Steve Halkiotis, retired Orange County Commissioner of 20 years who is noted for being outspoken, on his life June 14: “Physical Activity and Exercise… Do We and thoughts (OAD: 6/2/07) YouTube Need Both?” – Jean Haas, MS, UNC Hospitals Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, shares her insights on the August 9: “Preventing Heart Disease in Women” – Dr difference between physical activity versus exercise, Janet Baradell, Psychosocial Consultant, UNC Hospitals covering the latest activity guidelines, how to rate your Cardiac Rehab. Program, shares the major heart disease exercise intensity and gives helpful suggestions on risk factors such as - smoking, diet, stress, lack of sleep, planning and executing your movement goals. The etc, and how women and men can reduce them. She provides helpful ways to change your life for a healthy program was part of the 2018 UNC Women’s Heart heart. This was part of the 2018 UNC Women’s Heart Symposium. (OAD: 6/9/18) YouTube. Symposium (OAD: 7/14/18) YouTube June 21: “Friends’ 1950’s Sock Hop” – Join us for August 16: “Tiny Houses: Part 1” – Father-son team Teal highlights of the Friends of the Seymour Center’s and Gerry Brown of Wishbone Tiny Homes in Asheville, fundraising and “fun raising” 50’s sock hop, with rock and NC present an overview of the tiny house movement with roll music by Dick Levin and Friends band, and vocalist. emphasis on design, comfort, safety, zoning and ADA You may recognize some of your friends dancing the compliance. Program was held in 2015 as part of the night away. The event was held on April 25, 2014. (OAD: Aging in Community Speaker Series. (OAD: 8/8/2015) 3/28/2015) YouTube

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In Praise of Age TV Show Be Safe - Be Prepared! continued Want a Warning Call ahead of a Storm? August 23: “Tiny Houses: Part 2” – Gerry Brown, Sign up for OC ALERTS. from Wishbone Tiny Homes continues his son Teal’s presentation on the tiny house movement. Program Orange County, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro have a mass was held at in 2015 as part of the Aging in Community notification system to warn residents of impending Speaker Series. (OAD: 1/16/2016) YouTube threats and hazards. The OC ALERTS system replaces August 30: “Las Vegas Night 2018 at the Passmore the previous system, referred to as Code Red, and Center” – Enjoy highlights of the Friends’ annual requires residents to re-register. OC Alerts will provide fundraising event that includes music, dancing, dinner, alerts via home phone, cell phone, text message, and auction and table games such as blackjack and email. You choose the types of alerts you want to receive roulette. (OAD: 8/25/18) YouTube and how you want to be notified! To complete your free registration for OC Alerts, visit www.readyorange.org website and click on “OC ALERTS”. “If we can’t reach you, we can’t alert you!” If you need help with completion of the new notification system, staff at the Orange County Aging Helpline, 919-968-2087, will be able to assist you. Job Search Classes for Mature Job Seekers To find out if the Seymour Center and the Looking for a full-time or part-time job, or exploring Passmore Center will be open after a storm - call a new career? the front desk after 8 am. FREE help is available at both the Seymour and Passmore Senior Centers. You can meet or talk with Passmore Center: 919-245-2015 Mike Komives, Employment Specialist, Orange County Seymour Center: 919-968-2070 Department on Aging. He offers guidance on resumes, cover letters, interviewing, networking, describing your successes, identifying an acceptable or ideal job, negotiating salary - and more. Job Search Classes for Mature Job Seekers – Special Topics Presented Each Month Passmore Center 9 – 10 am Wed, Jun 6 Effective Networking Wed, Jul 11 Resumes Have Changed; Is Yours Current? Wed, Aug 1 50% of Jobs Are Not Posted! How Do I Find Them? Seymour Center 9 - 10 am Fri, Jun 1 Effective Networking Fri, Jul 6 Resumes Have Changed; Is Yours Current? Fri, Aug 3 50% of Jobs Are Not Posted! How Do I Find Them?

Mike is available for individual meetings Mondays and Fridays at the Seymour Center, and Wednesday mornings at the Passmore Center. You can schedule appointments by emailing him at: skomives@ orangecountync.gov, or calling the OC Aging Helpline 919 -968 -2087. orangecountync.gov/ departments/aging Page 12 Senior Times June – August 2018

Transportation Information OutLoud Flash Mob Seeking Do you need transportation services? • Call Lisa Berley, Transportation Specialist,: Performance Sites Transportation Help Line: 919 -717 -1853 Schedule a surprise Flash Mob performance at your (Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm) business, special event or public setting. Our new • Visit the Transportation Information Tables 10 - 11:30 am OutLoud Flash Mob can also provide a short pre- Passmore Center – 1st Wed of each month (except routine lesson and then “call” the routine moves so for June 12) everyone can participate. Seymour Center – 1st Tue of each month Since our beginnings in spring 2017, our pop-up sitings What do riders say about public transportation? have appeared in more than 20 locations, bringing Elena Elms of Chapel Hill responds, “I don’t like to drive and smiles to the community and sparking new energy I have chosen not to drive. Over the decades that I have among ourselves. lived in the Chapel Hill area, bus transportation has gotten better and better. During this time Go Triangle came on What is a Flash Mob? Flash mobs take place all over board connecting Chapel Hill to Durham and Raleigh, and the world in public places at locations known only to the Chapel Hill Transit stopped charging a fee to ride. I buy a Go Pass on line and use it to ride Go Triangle, Go Durham the performers. While we perform a routine learned and Go Raleigh buses. The pass is very convenient.” in advance, we actually look like everyone else -- food servers, shoppers, tourists. Our group leader brings a Bus Riding 101 public sound system set up unobtrusively. When the Make your life better by traveling on public buses. The bus music starts, we gather together from many directions system in Chapel Hill is extensive and the bus system in the rest of Orange County is growing. Most of the bus lines to perform our dance routine. As the dance progresses, are free for older adults. Find out how easy it is to map some of us may wait among the crowd and merge with out a bus trip. Learn about door to door transportation and the group so we look like we were only “observers” who how to sign up for service. decided to join in. Call to register – though it’s not required. Fee: FREE To schedule a free performance or ask about classes Orange County Public Library (fee), call Vicki Hill 919-280-2161. Wed, Jul 18 Call 919-245-2536 to register 2 – 3:30 pm Chapel Hill Public Library Tue, Aug 14 10 - 11:30 am Call 919-717-1853 to register Local Trips on Public Buses: see the “Seniors on the Road” section for details. Jul: Raleigh Durham Airport Adult Care Home Advisory Aug: Streets of Southpoint Committee needs Volunteers! If you have a passion for, or interest in, the living conditions and health care options for senior citizens in Orange County, an important volunteer opportunity is Live Alone? available! Serve your County and its elderly population by applying to the Adult Care Home Community The Telephone Reassurance Program gives peace of Advisory Committee, a body that reports to the Board

AGING TRANSITIONS AGING mind to seniors who live alone. This FREE Department of Orange County Commissioners and the Office of on Aging program provides a morning safety-check the State and Local Long Term Care Ombudsmen. As phone call, between 8 and 9:30 am, Monday through Friday. These calls offer a sense of security and support. a member of this Committee, you will learn about the Trained volunteers call each person at a set time. If issues facing the aging population, visit area Adult Care calls remain unanswered after 3 tries, this information Homes and their residents, and participate in meaningful is relayed to the Aging Transitions staff who follow-up. committee-directed initiatives to improve residents’ quality of life. Please contact committee chairman If interested in receiving Telephone Reassurance calls, please contact the Aging Transitions Helpline at 919- Maxwell Mason ([email protected]) for more 968 -2087. information or apply on the Orange County website at: http://www.orangecountync.gov/departments/board_ Interested in becoming a Telephone Reassurance of_county_commissioners/volunteer_advisory_boards_ volunteer? Please call the Volunteer Connect (VC55+) office at 919-245-4293. and_commissions/volunteer_application.php.

TIMES NEWS SENIOR June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 13 Lunch at the Centers The Passmore and the Seymour Centers serve lunch Mon - Fri at 12 noon. The Senior Lunch program is operated by the Orange County Department on Aging. People age 60+ are eligible to eat the daily lunches funded by the federal government’s Older Americans Act, the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, and the Orange County Department on Aging. Although there isn’t a charge for the meals, donations are an important part of the program. For people under age 60, a meal costs $6. Our caterer is the local Nantucket Café. All the meals meet the requirements for people on low salt diets. There are a limited number of meals. To complete the registration process takes 2 – 5 business days. Meals are served on a “First Come, First Served” basis once you are registered for the program. On the day you arrive for lunch, please get a lunch ticket. Registration desks are located near the kitchens at each Center, and tickets are distributed as people sign-in beginning at 11 am. PASSMORE CENTER The Birthday Party! Tuesday Tell All Each month Nantucket Café provides a sheet cake This is the day to update your calendar for the next to honor participants born in that particular month. month. Announcements concerning upcoming As special way to honor our citizens further! **When programs for the month will be made by the staff. you register to attend the birthday luncheon at the Passmore Center Passmore Center, your name will go into a drawing Tue: Jun 12, 26; Jul 10, 24; Aug 14, 28 for a gift made by the Passmore Leather Group. (257030-01) 12 noon Register by: 1 week prior to each event (Passmore Center) LUNCH AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER Passmore Center Wednesdays’ Buzz 1st Mon: Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 This will keep you in the know. Look for the special table (253004) 12 noon in the lobby every 1st & 3rd Wed. Come find out what Seymour Center the entire Buzz is about! Be the first to be in the know! 1st Mon: Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 Fee: FREE (353072) 12 noon Seymour Center Wed, Jun 6, 20; Jul 18; Aug 1, 15 (352066) 10:30 am Note: No Buzz table on July 4, due to holiday

Community Centers Cedar Grove, Efland-Cheeks, & Rogers Road Gym Walk Fee: FREE CAROLINA Cedar Grove Community Center – 919-245-2640 t t t t t Mon – Fri 1 – 2 pm S P R I N G Aerobics - Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program This class offers participants the evidence-based Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, Take Control with Exercise. Affordable Senior Living For Class minimum 5, maximum 20. You do not have to have arthritis to participate. Fee: FREE Independent Adults 55 and Over Instructor: Alicia Reid Cedar Grove Call the Cedar Grove Center to learn more, 919-245-2640 Carolina Spring Efland-Cheeks Fee: FREE Instructor: Alicia Reid 600 W. Poplar Ave. Call the Efland-Cheeks Center to learn more, 919-563-1130. Carrboro, N.C. 27510

As the centers provide services to adult residents age 50+ - we will advertise them in this publication as well. 919-942-9559 Page 14 Senior Times June – August 2018

Orange County (OC) CARES A Dementia-Capable Community Project OC CARES (Orange County Caregiver Awareness, Dementia Friendly Business (DFB) Initiative: Is your Respite, Education and Support) offers expanded favorite business Dementia Friendly? Dementia services to people living with dementia and related Friendly Businesses are committed to being aware conditions in Orange County, their caregivers and and accommodating of the needs of patrons with related service providers. The goal of the program is to dementia or other special needs. Thank your local create a more dementia-capable community in Orange businesses for being a Dementia Friendly Partner (see County and to improve the health and quality of life for list of Dementia Friendly Businesses in this issue), or caregivers. The OC CARES program is made possible ask them to become one! For more information, call by a grant from the US Administration for Community 919-245-4253 or email [email protected]. Living and includes the following services:

Caregiver Respite Program: offers respite for local The Dementia Education Collaborative is designed family caregivers. Through group interactions, to provide basic information about dementia to activities, and exercises, the program provides individuals with memory concerns, caregivers, numerous opportunities for socialization and family members, friends, and interested community stimulation to older adults with cognitive impairment. members. Parallel respite care can be available for Limited to 10 participants and led by dementia care loved ones with dementia if requested. professionals and degree-specialized students. FREE for qualified participants. Held from 10 am - 3 pm ‘What Can We Expect? Dementia Basics’ is a four-part on Wednesdays at the Seymour Center in Chapel series with topics regarding brain health, types and Hill, and 11 am - 4 pm on Fridays at the Passmore stages of dementia, communication, and preparation Center in Hillsborough. To enroll, please contact Lisa for the journey ahead. Meinert at [email protected], or call 919- 245-4253. June Series: Register by Tue, May 29 with Marie Dagger at 919-245-4253 or [email protected]. In-Home Coaching Services provide support in the home to address activity engagement, care Instructors: OC CARES team and experienced coordination and caregiver skill building. Scheduled practitioners/community members as needed with individual caregivers of people with Fee: FREE dementia and related disorders. Orange County Public Library (Hillsborough) Tue, Jun 5 - 26 1 - 3 pm Memory Cafes are an expansion of the support groups through the Department on Aging, and add August Series: Register by Mon, July 23 with a social component for both people with dementia Marie Dagger at 919-245-4253 or MDagger@ and their care partners. They provide opportunities orangecountync.gov. for individuals with memory concerns and their Instructors: OC CARES team and experienced AGING TRANSITIONS AGING families to socialize with others in similar situations. practitioners/community members Enjoy company, light refreshments, activities, and Fee: FREE entertainment. UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont Fee: FREE Mon, Jul 30; Mon, Aug 6 - 20 4 - 6 pm Seymour Center - Memory Café (357157) 2nd Mon, Jun 11; Jul 9; Aug 13 2 – 3:30 pm Passmore Center - Memory Café (233017-01) All services offered through OC CARES are free to 3rd Mon, Jun 18; Jul 16; Aug 20 2 – 3:30 pm residents of Orange County, their care partners, and RSVP not required, but encouraged related services providers. For RSVPs or Questions Contact: Kim Lamon- Loperfido at [email protected], or call For more information or client referrals call: 919-245-4253. 919-968-2087 (Aging Helpline) OC CARES Staff office: 919-245-4253

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FREE Food Boxes: Dementia Friendly Business Campaign Commodity Supplemental Current Partners Food Program Alexander, Miller, & Schupp, OC Emergency Services The Department on Aging is helping LLP OC Health Dept Div. of Health administer a NC Department of Agriculture Anchala Studios Promotion & Education Bailey’s Bookkeeping Services and Consumer Services supplemental food Cameron’s Gift Shop* OC Health Dept Div. of Personal Health Services Carolina Estate Counsel program for Orange County residents, age OC Human Resources Carolina Family Estate 60 and over. Annual household income Planning OC Public Library* guidelines are: 1 member - $1,307 per month Carrboro Family Pharmacy* OC Solid Waste Management OC/Chapel Hill Visitor’s Bureau or less/ 2 members - $1,760 per month or Chapel Hill Fire Department Chapel Hill Public Library Optima Asset Management less/other household numbers may be eligible Chapel Hill Transit Piedmont Health - Carrboro Clinic to qualify. Program provides a monthly box Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce Piedmont Health - Corporate Offices of food to supplement the nutritional needs Chapel Hill-Carrboro YMCA* Real Estate by Design - of low-income older adults. People who Edward Jones Financial - Emilee Collins Derek Parrish qualify may designate someone to pick up the State Employee’s Credit Union Edward Jones Financial - - Chatham Parkway Kathy Brommage approximately 32 lb box of food each month State Employee’s Credit Union Edward Jones Financial - - Churton Grove from the Passmore Center (2 – 4 pm on 3rd Mary-Charles Nassif State Employee’s Credit Union Edward Jones Financial - - Elliott Road Thursday) or the Seymour Center (1:30 – 3:30 Pat Phelan State Employee’s Credit Union pm on 3rd Tuesday). For more information, or Edward Jones Financial - - Hamilton Road Tamra Ellis to apply for this FREE FOOD program, call the State Employee’s Credit Union Edward Jones Financial - - Old 86 Tom Struckmeyer Orange County Department on Aging Helpline State Employees’ Credit Union – 919-968-2087, or stop by either center’s Fidelity Bank of Chapel Hill* - Carrboro Fidelity Bank of Durham* State Employees’ Credit Union front desk. Framemakers - Pittsboro Street Goddin Real Estate Steffan & Associates, P.C. Habitat for Humanity of Stuckey & Boyd Financial Orange County Services Hamilton Point Investment Tarheel Town Pharmacy Advisors The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough Arts Council Hillsborough Hillsborough Pharmacy The Animal Hospital of BATHROOM SAFE? Honeysuckle Tea House Carrboro* Investors Trust Company The Friday Center GRAB BAR INSTALLATION Kilpatrick Care Management Two Men & a Truck Law Office of Colin Austin* UNC Meadowmont Wellness Law Office of Jeff Marsocci* Center Maitland & English Law Firm* VCA Animal Hospital - Legion Road Manor House Renovations Custom Handrails VCA Animal Hospital - McIntee Fusaro Del Corral, Timberlyne PLLC Walgreens - Campus* and Banisters Meadowmont Community Association Walgreens - Environ* Wrought Iron Medical Claims Rx Walgreens - Franklin & Estes* Navigate NC Walgreens - Hillsborough* Railings OC Animal Services WCHL - Chapelboro.com OC Board of Elections Wells Fargo - Gateway Commons OC Child Support Wells Fargo - Meadowmont OC Department of Housing, Wells Fargo - RTP Human Rights, & Wells Fargo - Timberlyne Tom Osborne Community Development Wells Fargo - UNC Franklin Street OC Department of Social Wells Fargo - University Place Services (Economic Intake *Pioneer Business* 919.967.7355 Division) www.tomograbbars.com OC Department on Aging Page 16 Senior Times June – August 2018

Have Medicare? You’re Getting a New Get Extra Help with Medicare Card! Medication Costs Watch Out for Scams! Everyone on Medicare will be getting a NEW MEDICARE Do you pay more than $8 for your prescription CARD sometime in the next year. The new card will medications? Medicare beneficiaries with limited have a new number that includes letters and numbers and is not your Social Security Number. Your card will incomes and resources may be eligible for the be mailed to you automatically. Scammers may call Federal Extra Help Program. If your monthly income about your new Medicare card to trick you into sharing is less than $1,538 ($2,078 for a married couple living your personal information — like your current Medicare together) and you have limited savings, you may Number. Don’t be fooled! Remember, Medicare will qualify. never call you uninvited or ask for your personal or private information over the phone.

Certified Medicare counselors are available by Make sure your mailing address is up to date. To appointment at the Passmore Center and the check the address where your new card will be mailed, Seymour Center to help you complete an application. or to make corrections, create an account at www. Schedule an appointment online at BIT.LY/OCNCSHIIP socialsecurity.gov or call the Durham Social Security or call 919-245-4274. Office at 1-800-772-1213.

Welcome to Medicare! Have Medicare? Get Extra Help Are you turning 65, and eligible for Medicare? Do you feel overwhelmed by all the information “bombarding” you? with Medication Costs The Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program Do you pay more than $8 for your prescription (SHIIP) and the Orange County Department on Aging medications? Medicare beneficiaries with limited offer monthly sessions to learn about Medicare and all incomes and resources may be eligible for the Federal its parts. Whether you are retiring soon, already retired Extra Help Program. If your monthly income is less than or continuing to work, you’ll get valuable information $1,538 ($2,078 for a married couple living together) and you have limited savings, you may qualify. including how and when to enroll, potential penalties for late enrollment, Medicare’s costs, benefits and options. Certified Medicare counselors are available by Fee: FREE appointment at the Passmore Center and the Seymour Passmore Center Center to help you complete an application. Schedule Call 919-245-2015 to Register an appointment online at BIT.LY/OCNCSHIIP or call Mon, Aug 27 (223003-02) 3:30 - 5 pm 919-245-4274.

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Orange County Public Library, 137 Margaret Lane, Hillsborough MEDICARE QUESTIONS? Call 919-245-2015 to Register Mon, Jun 18 4:30 – 6 pm Do you or your loved ones have Medicare? Tue, Jul 17 6 – 7:30 pm If you have questions, SHIIP can help.

Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Dr Make an Appointment at Call 919-968-2070 to Register Passmore Center, Hillsborough, NC Mon, Jun 11 6 – 7:30 pm Seymour Center, Chapel Hill, NC Mon, Jul 9 12 noon – 1:30 pm 919-245-4274 or BIT.LY/OCNCSHIIP Mon, Aug 13 4:30 – 6 pm Seniors’ Health Insurance NC SHIIP: 855.408.1212 (toll free) Information Program

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Spanish Social Club Community Giving Fund Please join us on Thursdays from 9 – 11:45 am for The Orange County Community Giving Fund is an encompassing fund for Orange County government, various activities offered in Spanish. The Social so donations can be given to any department or Club offers socialization, exercise, and learning with County-sponsored activity through this fund. Cash, other seniors in Spanish. Typical gatherings might stocks, bonds, or real property gifts will be tax involve discussing health; exercising for 20 minutes, deductible and used for the purpose for which they are given and acknowledged as such. relaxing activities, and/or learning a new skill (eg The fund is managed by the Triangle Community navigate social media, the computer, or an English Foundation and gives the public an opportunity conversation). If you have questions or require to designate a tax deductible donation, which transportation, please call 919-245-4279 (ex 1) for supplements the County’s annual budget. Orange additional information. County residents can designate part of their estate through the fund and specify the purpose for which Acompáñenos los jueves de 9-11:45 am para una the gift will be used. variedad de actividades ofrecidas en español. El To learn more about the fund or to request an Club Social le ofrece la oportunidad de socializar information packet, please visit the Orange County Community Giving Fund Web site at www.ocncgiving. con adultos mayores, hacer ejercicio y aprender algo org nuevo. Un día típico incluye pláticas sobre temas Note: The Friends of the Jerry M Passmore Center de salud, veinte minutos de ejercicio, y tiempo para and the Friends of the Robert and Pearl Seymour socializar, relajarse y aprender una nueva habilidad. Center continue to support the respective centers Podemos tratar de ofrecerle, si lo solicita, transporte. and welcome all levels of financial support which can Para más información en español puede contactar be made directly to each organization – and are tax deductible. 919-245-4279. Fee: FREE Seymour Center (357151-01) Thursdays 9 – 11:45 am Fridays 12 noon – 2 pm UNC Geriatrics Specialty Clinic Are you concerned because —

• You have two or more medical problems or Physical Therapy Clinics at health conditions? Senior Centers • You have to take more and more medications? Are you in need of some physical therapy? • You are overwhelmed by the cost of Has your healthcare provider prescribed it? your medicine? It’s available Tuesdays and Thursdays at both the • You want to remain independent and have a Seymour and Passmore Centers. better quality of life? Private Insurance and Medicare accepted. Call 919-624-0388 for an appointment at the Meeting Your Primary Care Needs and Passmore Center, Hillsborough with ElderFit Providing you with Specialist Care in Aging In-Home Rehab Physical Therapy. Complex Medical Care and Balancing Medications Call 919-732-6600 for an appointment at the Seymour Center , Chapel Hill with Call 984-974-6599 for information UNC Physical Therapy. or appointments. Referrals not required. Multi-lingual appointments are available. Page 18 Senior Times June – August 2018

Volunteer Connect (VC55+) Got An Hour or Two? Friend to Friend Team: As a Friend, you’ll build a That’s all it takes, not only to reap the plethora of fun relationship with an older adult who enjoys mental and physical health benefits of volunteering, being with other people, but no longer has many but also to significantly help an older adult in opportunities to socialize. After a short orientation, need. The right volunteer match can be infinitely you’ll be matched with an older adult with similar meaningful and fun – let us help you find your ideal interests. You’ll spend just 1 - 2 hours a week with volunteer match! To become a volunteer, please your new friend exploring common interests, and contact Shenae McPherson,VC55+ Volunteer making a huge difference in her or his life – as well Coordinator, at 919-245-4243, or shmcpherson@ as your own! orangecountync.gov. Community Visitation/SALT Team: Pairs of Opportunities for You volunteer visitors are trained by a retired County NEW! Seymour & Passmore Center Greeter Team: Deputy and choose a route of a few older adults to Do you enjoy meeting new people, and have a visit. The purpose of each visit is to check on, often knack for making them feel comfortable? If so, we homebound, individuals to provide companionship need you as a Center Greeter where you’ll welcome and help them problem-solve - and to connect them newcomers and regulars, help to orient them with with relevant services. our new Center sign-in system, as well as direct Volunteer Drivers Team: Volunteer Drivers are them to helpful resources and activities. After being needed to provide safe and direct transportation trained, you’ll work with Center staff to set your for older adults who cannot access public hours for either Center, and help make the Centers transportation. Each driver chooses their available less overwhelming and more enjoyable for everyone! times, and receives training, support, program materials, and gas mileage reimbursement. An hour NEW! Wellness Ambassador Volunteer of your driving time can make a huge difference in Do you want to motivate others and promote healthy someone’s ability to remain independent! behaviors? The Wellness Ambassador will play an active role in fostering a culture of wellness by Volunteer Transportation Outreach Coordinator: raising awareness of fitness facilities and resources Volunteer will assist the Transportation Specialist and by encouraging physical activity among their with community outreach, by helping to identify peers. Projects include: hold monthly walk-in hours community groups for recruitment of volunteers, to educate others about joining the fitness center, maintaining a resource database, and scheduling provide recognition for fitness class attendance, presentations for the Transportation Specialist. and assist with maintaining class calendars and the Caregivers Respite Program Team: This is a weekly wellness board. five-hour social program for persons with mild- moderate dementia. Group participants engage Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English or Mandarin/English) in supervised activities and have lunch together, Volunteer Team: The Seymour Center seeks bi- allowing family caregivers some time off. Volunteers lingual volunteers to assist Spanish and Mandarin- are needed at the Seymour Center on Wednesdays speaking seniors with language-related services, from 10 am to 3 pm, and at the Passmore Center on such as translation, interpretation, class assistance, Fridays from 11 am to 4 pm. and outreach. Memory Café Team: Volunteers assist in all facets Handy Helpers Team: Join our small but mighty of The Memory Café, a social and recreational team to provide minor and major repairs for elders program for individuals who have mild to moderate unable to complete or afford them on their own. dementia and for their caregivers/care partners. The Whether you build a ramp or fix a broken door, you’ll Café provides social and recreational activities in a help ensure that all our elders, regardless of income, relaxed normalizing atmosphere. It meets the 2nd have the best chance to age well in their homes. No Monday of each month from 1:30 - 3:30 pm at the experience necessary (though we welcome skilled Seymour Center, the 3rd Monday of the month from helpers) – just a desire to get your hands dirty and 2 - 4 pm at the Passmore Center, as well as once help! a month trips to local businesses and community cultural events.

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VC55+ Events Become a VC55+ Volunteer! To find your ideal volunteer match, please call Shenae McPherson, Volunteer Coordinator, for an appointment, or simply stop by! And, be sure to check out our Volunteer Handbook, available at both centers’ front desks and on our website, for a complete listing of opportunities. Orange County Senior Games

Passmore Center Seymour Center ORANGE COUNTY SENIOR GAMES Mondays & Thursdays Tuesdays, Wednesdays Registration Opens Or by appointment & Fridays Call: 919-245-4243 Or by appointment Senior Games is a year-round health promotion Call: 919-245-4243 program for adults ages 50 + in Orange County. Activities include clinics, tournaments, social activities and SilverArts. For more information call Dana Hughes, Senior Games Coordinator, 919-918-7372. Let’s Discuss: How to Talk About Death & Dying The Recreation and Parks Departments of Carrboro, with our Loved Ones and Doctors Chapel Hill, and the Orange County Department on Please join us for an instructive discussion about Aging are the local sponsors and event coordinators. how to have meaningful and necessary, yet difficult, discussions, about death and dying with The 2018 Orange County Senior Games’ Athletic both our loved ones, and our health care providers. & SilverArts Events were held April 9 - 29. The Together, we will learn practical methods and tips to Celebration of Athletes & Artists was held at the successfully navigate these conversations, in order Seymour Center on May 9. to make well-informed decisions, and to ensure that For Senior Games’ on-going activities and events we convey what we really want at the end of our schedule, please refer to the Athletics section on page lives. Attendees will receive the Conversation Starter 46 for more information. Kit, from The Conversation Project, and a free copy of the Five Wishes Booklet. This event is hosted A big “Thank You” goes to both the Friends of the by the Project EngAGE, End of Life Choices Senior Passmore Center, the Friends of the Seymour Resource Team. Center and WellCare Health Inc. for their support of the games and the arts. We also want to thank Please RSVP by Mon, Jun 4 at the Passmore Center Walgreens for their support of the Games. front desk, 919-245-2015. Athletic and Silver Arts Competition Fee: FREE Passmore Center (233045-01) To find out the results, come by the Senior Centers for Thu, Jun 7 5 – 7 pm the final Orange County Senior Games results. Congratulations to all the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners who qualified to advance to the State Finals competition. All Orange County participants are winners! NC Senior Games – State Finals This program is sanctioned by NC Senior Games, Inc. and is sponsored statewide by the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services. For more information on and to register for State Finals, visit www.ncseniorgames.org Early Bird Registration – Deadline: Sunday, July 1 Final Deadline: Wednesday, August 1 Page 20 Senior Times June – August 2018

Senior Times Pick-Up WELLNESS SPECIAL EVENTS Locations Pick up your Senior Times at one of these locations. FROM THE HEALTH EXPERT For the most current pick up locations, go to www. Everyone is welcome! Call the appropriate Center to register. orangecountync.gov/aging/PickUpLocations.asp Check the individual classes for specific information. All the programs are FREE. For more information on these and other Durham: Panera Bread -15/501 Wellness programs contact Latonya Brown, 919-245-4270. Note: To provide presentations on different topics, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro: Arts Center, Carolina House, Wellness Program hosts a variety of professionals. This Carolina Springs, Carol Woods, Carrboro Community does not mean an endorsement of providers, services, or Health Center, Carrboro Public Library, Carrboro Town method of treatment. Hall, Chamber of Commerce, Chapel Hill-Orange County Visitors Bureau, Chapel Hill Public Library, Chapel Hill DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT EDUCATION Tire Car Care Center–Main St. Carrboro, Covenant PROGRAM – ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH Place, Dr Allan Maltbie - UNC Medicine, Elmo’s, Eubanks DEPARTMENT Rd Park & Ride, First Baptist Manley Estates, Hatfield Do you have diabetes? Would you like to learn more about Berang Hearing Center, Mama Dip’s; Meadowmont: how to manage it? This program will cover the basics of Café Carolina and the Cedars; Tony Hall & Associates, diabetes including: nutrition and meal planning; medications UNC Health Care-Hwy 54, University Place near A and monitoring; controlling blood sugar and A1C levels; Southern Season, Weaver Street Market in Carrboro; exercise; living with diabetes; as well as detection and control Walgreens – Hwy 54. Outdoor Racks: Chapel Hill of complications. A medical provider’s referral is needed to Transit – Main Office, Chapel Hill-Carrboro YMCA, enroll in the program. Lunch provided. For more information, Flyleaf Books, Hargraves Recreation Center, Harris please call 919-245-2380. Teeter (Chapel Hill North & University Place), Orange Fees: Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurance companies County Dept Social Services (DSS) on Homestead Rd, will cover the fees for this program. There is also a sliding Park & Ride Lot Old Fayetteville Rd, Seymour Center, and scale fee based on income and scholarships available. UNC Ambulatory Care Center (Mason Farm Rd) Southern Human Services Center, Chapel Hill or Whitted Services Center, Hillsborough Hillsborough/Central Orange Area: Balloons Above Thu, Jun 14, 21; Jul 12, 19; Aug 9, 16 12:30 – 5 pm Orange, Brookshire Nursing Home, Cardinal State Bank, Carillon Senior Living, Carolina Vision, Cedar MEN’S HEALTH EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR Grove Community Center, Chamber of Commerce, Signs, Symptoms and Treatment options for Erectile Dentist Dr Sam Chang (N Churton St), Dentist Dr Berry Dysfunction and Stress Urinary Incontinence (bladder Holly (Meadowlands), Duke Family Practice, Durham leakage). Refreshments will be provided for attendees. Tech-OC campus student break room, Hillsborough Spouses/partners welcomed. Medical Clinic-Corbin St, Hillsborough Pharmacy (Daniel Speaker: Brad D Figler, MD, FACS (Urologist, UNC School of Medicine) 984-974-5289 Boone Village), Loving Hands Food Pantry - Efland, Register by: Fri, May 30 OCIM (Orange Congregations in Mission) Meals on Fee: FREE Wheels and Thrift Shop, Orange County Government Seymour Center (332205-01) (West Campus on Margaret Lane), Orange County Tue,Jun 5 6:30 pm Health Dept, Orange County Library, Orange County Manager’s Office lobby, Orange County School Board, MUSIC THERAPY FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE Passmore Center; Service Department (New Hwy 86), (MT4PD) State Employees’ Credit Union (both locations), Town MT4PD is a weekly music therapy group funded by a grant of Hillsborough Mayor’s office, UNC Family Medicine (Old Hwy 86), UNC Hospitals-Hillsborough Campus, from the National Parkinson Foundation. Sessions focus Weaver St Market, Walgreens. Outdoor Racks: on maintaining or improving, speech and language deficits Bojangles,Passmore Center, Cup-A-Joe, newsstand caused by the disease’s progression. MT4PD is a fun and corner of King St & Churton St, Daniel Boone Village inviting way for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and news racks, Eno Haven Apts, Farm & Garden HWY 86 care partners to connect with members of the Parkinson’s N, Handy Andy’s (Caldwell), Jay’s Chicken Shack, Lloyd’s community, while addressing individual rehabilitation Citgo, Orange County Dept Social Services (DSS), Red needs. Prior musical experience not required. Questions? & White Convenience Store (Efland), Orange County Please contact Allison Hingley, 919-443-9448 or allison@ SportsPlex atlanticmusicthearpy.com Fee: FREE Person County: 501BP Gas Station Seymour Center Thursdays (352800-01) 2 – 3 pm

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MOBILE PRESCRIPTION DRUGS DROP BOX Did you know the Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough Chapel Hill (350250) Police Departments provide a Mobile Prescription Drug Drop box? You may dispose of expired, unused and unwanted medications in a safe and easy way through a prescription drug drop box at each of the police department’s main SeniorStriders office locations. You may also dispose of over the counter University Place Walking Program medications. Orange County residents have four drug disposal locations: Mall open for Walkers Every Monday – Friday at 7:30 am Carrboro Police Dept * 3RD TUESDAY EACH MONTH * Carrboro Century Center 100 N Greensboro St Carrboro, NC 27510 Jun 19 Food Addiction Chapel Hill Police Dept Are you obsessed with food? Weight? Dieting? You may have 828 Martin Luther King, Jr Blvd a food addiction. Food addiction can take many forms. Symp- Chapel Hill, NC 27514 toms include: obesity, anorexia, and bulimia. For many indi- viduals, food can be as addictive as drugs are to a substance Hillsborough Police Dept abuser. This session will provide education on food addictions. 127 N Churton St Come discuss this with Jennifer Bynum. Hillsborough, NC 27278 Jul 17 Orange County Sheriff’s Dept Safe Driving Margaret Lane Hillsborough, NC 27278 Have you noticed changes to your hearing or vision? Are you feeling overwhelmed on the highway? Do you feel uncomfort- able driving in some situations? Getting older doesn’t automat- NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM ically mean that you shouldn’t be behind the wheel. However, This 12-week series helps family members understand regularly monitoring your driving abilities is an important part and support their ill relative while maintaining their personal well-being. This is for family members of close relatives of maintaining senior health. Come chat about staying safe with: Major Depression, Bipolar (manic depression), behind the wheel with Kristel Robison, UNC Highway Safety Schizophrenia, Panic, Obsessive Compulsive, and Borderline Research Associate. Personality Disorders. Limited to 25 people. Contact: Nancy Brickman at 919-818-8065 or for Aug 21 confidential inquiries, email: [email protected] Nutrition Are you interested in adapting a healthy eating lifestyle? Find CARDIO CONTEST out how Nutrition Counseling with a Registered Dietitian from Do you enjoy doing Cardio? For 6 weeks (Jun 11 – Jul 27) we Orange County Health Department can help you manage med- are having a contest to see how often/long you work out on ical conditions. Lauren Kager, Registered Dietitian will explain the Cardio Equipment. Want to know how to get started??? how to fit healthy eating into your schedule. Come see our Personal Trainer, Arlene Bynum Mills, to sign up. Prizes will be given to the top 5 participants! So don’t 8:00 am – Warm-Up Exercises - Mall Center Court delay, sign up and Exercise your way to a healthier life! 8:20 am – Breakfast served in The Weathervane Sign up Week: Jun 4 – 8 at Southern Season Instructor: Arlene Mills 8:45 am – Educational Session Fee: FREE Seymour Center DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED EACH June 11 – July 27 MONTH CALL 919-968-2070 by the 2nd Wed of the month NUTRITION COUNSELING – ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Program supported with funding from: The Health Department offers Nutrition Counseling with a UNC HEALTHCARE Registered Dietitian who will work with your medical provider to help you prevent, or manage, medical conditions such Program sponsored by: as diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure or weight Chapel Hill Police Department’s Cop Shop at University Place management. The dietitian will review your medical history, Orange County Department on Aging medications, labs, diet and lifestyle patterns, and develop University Place a personalized nutrition plan to help you with your health goals. A medical provider’s referral is needed to schedule For more information, contact: an appointment. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 919-245-2380. Latonya Brown, Wellness Coordinator 919-245-4270 Fee: Medicare and most private insurance companies accepted. There are also sliding fees based on income, and scholarships, available. Southern Human Services, Chapel Hill; or Whitted Services Center, Hillsborough Page 22 Senior Times June – August 2018

STRETCHING WITH VICKI TILLEY PT, GCS - GERIATRIC MATTER OF BALANCE CLINICAL SPECIALIST Do you have concerns about falling? Have you been struggling Stretching is an important part of your exercise routine and will with maintaining your balance? Many older adults are concerned help offset the effects of normal decline in your joints’ flexibility, about falling and restrict their activities. This award-winning can help to decrease pain, and help you remain active and program is designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. independent. If you want to gain more independence, mobility, It is an evidenced-based health education program. While simple and flexibility then stretching just might be your new best friend. exercises will be used, it is not an exercise class. Come find out from Vicki Tilley PT,GCS how to incorporate Min: 6/Max: 12 stretching in your everyday routine. Vicki is the owner of ElderFit Fee: FREE In Home Rehab and teaches the Strong and Steady class at the Facilitators: Latonya Brown and Geri Kanne Passmore Center. Register by: Fri, Jul 27 TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS PROGRAM – ARTHRITIS Instructor: Vicki Tilley FOUNDATION Fee: FREE Tai Chi improves balance, agility and flexibility while increasing Passmore Center (232258 -01) pain free range of motion for persons with arthritis, lupus, Thu, Aug 2 1 – 2 pm fibromyalgia and other inflammatory joint conditions. Older Seymour Center (332206 -01) adults managing chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, Fri, Aug 3 2 – 3 pm diabetes, Parkinson’s, MS, heart disease, lower back pain and depression also experience benefits from this gentle activity. (No QUITTING SMOKING FOR OLDER ADULTS – ON-LINE previous Tai Chi experience necessary – can be done seated or COURSE standing) Beginner classes run for 20 weeks: The National Institutes of Health offers a web resource to help Fee: FREE older adults stop smoking with videos, worksheets, interactive Instructor: Sue Fan features, strategies, quizzes, and more. It includes a link to the resource Clear Horizons: A Quit Smoking Guide for People WALK WITH EASE – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION 50 and Older. http://nihseniorhealth.gov/quittingsmoking/ This walking program encourages people with, or without, quittingwhenyoureolder arthritis to get started walking and to stay motivated to keep active. Participants meet three times a week in groups of up to 15 in this 6-week program. The class begins with a health education session on arthritis or exercise related topic, followed EVIDENCED-BASED by stretching activities and a 10 – 35 min walk. Fee: FREE PROGRAMS Instructors: Salli Benedict and Latonya Brown = accessible class

The following programs are supported in part by Health ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE Promotion/Disease Prevention Funds from NCDHHS – Aging PROGRAM CLASSES and Adult Services. As a consumer, you may make a voluntary contribution to this program. Contributions will be used to = accessible class expand the program and are confidential. Services will not be reduced or terminated for failure to contribute. AEROBICS – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM Please contact Latonya Brown, 919-245-4270, if you are This class offers participants the evidence-based Arthritis interested in having us offer any of the following evidenced- Foundation Exercise Program, Take Control with Exercise. Class based programs at your church, community center, Min: 5/Max: 25 neighborhood clubhouse, etc. to a senior group with a Instructor: Sandy Wolfe minimum of 6 participants. Passmore Center Mon & Wed (252001-1) 10 – 10:50 am LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS Interactive 6-week course is designed to help people with chronic INSPIRED MOVEMENT conditions. Includes: (1) techniques to deal with problems Haven’t exercised before? This class is great for beginners! such as: frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation; (2) appropriate It’s designed to stretch and strengthen your entire body for exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and maximum movement and endurance. The class is an excellent way to improve joint flexibility, muscular strength, and toning. endurance; (3) appropriate use of medication; (4) communicating Knowledge of beneficial movements can be applied to daily effectively with family, friends and health professionals; (5) living at home. Class offers the evidence-based Arthritis nutrition; and (6) how to evaluate new treatments. Each Foundation Exercise Program, Take Control with Exercise. Class participant will receive a copy of the book, Living a Healthy Life Min: 5/Max: 15 with Chronic Conditions. Min: 6/Max: 12 Instructor: Kathleen (“Kacky”) Campbell Hammon. Fee: FREE Seymour Center Facilitators: Phyllis Fliederbaum and Latonya Brown Mon & Wed (352008) 10 – 10:50 am or

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SIT TO BE FIT - ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM Hillsborough (252254) Find out how to stretch and strengthen your entire body for maximum range of motion, and endurance. This class is excellent for improving your joint flexibility, muscular strength, and toning. While seated you will learn beneficial exercises you can apply SeniorStriders daily at home as well as healthy hints to keep you independent Walmart Walking Program and moving toward 100 years of age. Walk-ins welcome, Class Min: 4/Max: 18 Walmart is open for Walkers Every Fee: FREE Monday – Friday at 8 am Instructor: Michael Savino Seymour Center * 3RD THURSDAY EACH MONTH * Mon (352019) 11 – 11:50 am Jun 21 Food Addiction Are you obsessed with food? Weight? Dieting? You may WELLNESS EXERCISE have a food addiction. Food addiction can take many forms. Symptoms include: obesity, anorexia, and bulimia. For CLASSES many individuals, food can be as addictive as drugs are to a substance abuser. This session will provide education on food = accessible class addictions. Come discuss this with Jennifer Bynum.

Registration is necessary for ALL classes with a fee as Jul 19 well as free ones. Donations are appreciated for all FREE Safe Driving classes. For the Passmore Center in Hillsborough call 919- Have you noticed changes to your hearing or vision? Are 245-2015, and for the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill, call you feeling overwhelmed on the highway? Do you feel uncomfortable driving in some situations? Getting older 919-968-2070. doesn’t automatically mean that you shouldn’t be behind the wheel. However, regularly monitoring your driving abilities is Fee waivers/reductions are available based on assessed an important part of maintaining senior health. Come chat financial need for all fitness classes. Contact Latonya Brown, about staying safe behind the wheel with Kristel Robison, UNC Wellness Coordinator at 919-245-4270 for more information. Highway Safety Research Associate. All participants’ information is kept confidential. Aug 16 Nutrition Participants are encouraged to take any fitness class for the Are you interested in adapting a healthy eating lifestyle? Find first time at no charge to determine if the class meets their out how Nutrition Counseling with a Registered Dietitian from needs. Orange County Health Department can help you manage medical conditions. Lauren Kager, Registered Dietitian will AEROBICS – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE explain how to fit healthy eating into your schedule. PROGRAM This class offers participants the evidence-based Arthritis 8:00 am – Warm-Up Exercises - Front of Walmart Foundation Exercise Program, Take Control with Exercise. The 8:30 am – Breakfast served in Walmart’s training room class is an excellent way to improve joint flexibility, muscular 8:45 am – Educational Session strength and toning. Knowledge of beneficial movements can be applied to daily living at home. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED Instructor: Sandy Wolfe EACH MONTH CALL 919-245-2015 Fee: FREE by the 2nd Thursday of the month Passmore Center Mon & Wed (252001-1) 10 – 10:50 am Program supported with funding from: Walmart and UNC HEALTHCARE ARLENE’S BOOM EXERCISE CLASS (STARTING IN SEPTEMBER) Program sponsored by: If you are looking for a high intensity dance workout class that Orange County Department on Aging will maintain or increase your fitness level, improve cardio endurance, and burn calories, THIS IS IT!!! Class focuses on For more information, contact: cardio endurance by starting with simple dances that move Latonya Brown, Wellness Coordinator to more complex routines, giving you a stimulating cardio 919-245-4270 workout. Instructor: Arlene Bynum Fee: $6 Seymour Center (352045 01, 02, 03) Tuesdays (Starting in September) 5:15 – 6:15 pm Page 24 Senior Times June – August 2018

GENTLE JOY OF YOGA for those in wheelchairs, those with Parkinson’s and other The practice of yoga including stretching and strengthening conditions that make standing in an exercise class difficult. exercises, its breathing and relaxation techniques, can help Salli is a certified fitness instructor and registered yoga improve your sense of well-being. Yoga is an ideal form teacher and would love to welcome you to this new class.! of exercise as its movements are smooth and adaptable Instructor: Salli Benedict, Ageless Grace certified instructor, offering opportunities to promote good bone health as well 919-929-8621/919-218-6660 (cell) as gain strength and flexibility in your spine and joints. The Fee: FREE poses used are adapted for everyone at any level of health Passmore Center and fitness and are done either standing or seated. Wednesdays (252013-01) 11:15 am – 12 noon Instructor: Joy Gornto, RYT Fee: $6 SALLI’S SENIOR WORKOUT Passmore Center When was the last time you enjoyed exercising? Join this Mon & Thu (252012-06, 07, 08) 10 – 10:50 am fantastic and fun fitness class, taught to Chapel Hill seniors Seymour Center since 1986. The music and the people are great, and it’s Tuesdays (352023-12) 11 – 11:50 am good for you, too! Your flexibility, strength, balance, posture, and coordination will all increase. The class incorporates INSPIRED MOVEMENT movements from yoga, physical therapy and dance, and is Never exercised before? This class is great for beginners! done in chairs or standing. It’s designed to stretch and strengthen your entire body Instructor: Salli Benedict, 919-929-8621/919-218-6660 (cell). for maximized movement and endurance. The class is an Fee: $3/class excellent way to improve joint flexibility, muscular strength Seymour Center Wed & Fri (352011 – 11, 12, 13) 9:30 – 10:30 am and toning. Knowledge of beneficial movements can be applied to daily living at home. Class offers the evidence- SEATED T’AI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS based Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, Take Control Based on T’ai Chi for Arthritis, developed by Dr Paul Lam, MD with Exercise. from Sun Style T’ai Chi is a mindfulness practice designed to Instructor: Kathleen (“Kacky”) Campbell Hammon enhance flexibility, muscle tone, and fitness. It incorporates the Fee: FREE essential principles of Tai Chi with an emphasis on breathing, Seymour Center posture, and space awareness, with the added benefit of Mondays (352008) 10 – 10:50 am or stress reduction. Other exercises found to be beneficial for Tue & Thu (352008) 2:15 – 3:05 pm those with arthritis will be included. Judith Lechner is a T’ai Chi for Arthritis Health Institute certified instructor. NIA (NEUROMUSCULAR INTEGRATIVE ACTION) Fee: FREE NIA is the latest fusion in mind-body wellness. Joyful and Instructor: Judith Lechner exhilarating practice combines martial arts, yoga, dance Seymour Center (352024-01) and spiritual self-healing. It provides a safe, effective Wednesdays 10 am cardiovascular workout with total body conditioning and personal growth benefits. SIMPLY YOGA Instructor: Marty Broda This all levels class will get down on the mats and use props Fee: $6 to access poses as needed. There will be time to settle down Seymour Center and focus on the breath sensation. The asanas or poses Wednesdays (352016) 4 – 5 pm will be explained and modeled so that each person can gain strength, balance and flexibility. Joy has practiced yoga for PILATES many years and completed a Certificate of Therapeutic Yoga for Seniors from Duke Integrative Medicine. Pilates is a form of resistance exercise that focuses on Instructor: Joy Gornto strengthening the abdomen and back or “core” muscles to Fee: $6/class improve flexibility, posture, and balance. Slow, controlled Seymour Center movements help increase bone density using your own body Wednesdays (352023-16, 17, 18) 5:15 – 6:15 pm weight or light hand weights. Instructor: Connie Winstead SIT TO BE FIT - ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE Fee: $6 PROGRAM Seymour Center Find out how to stretch and strengthen your entire body Mondays (352010) 2 – 2 :50 pm for maximum range of motion, and endurance. This class Thursdays (352010) 3:20 – 4:20 pm is excellent for improving your joint flexibility, muscular strength, and toning. While seated you will learn beneficial SALLI’S SENIOR SEATED WORKOUT exercises you can apply at home daily as well as healthy Now you can enjoy the benefits of the always popular Chapel hints to keep you independent and moving toward 100 years Hill class, “Salli’s Senior Workout” without leaving your chair! of age. Walk-ins welcome. Instructor: Michael Savino Salli Benedict, a senior fitness teacher in our community for Fee: FREE over 30 years, brings her enthusiasm, fun music and exercise Seymour Center WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES expertise to the Passmore Center. This class is appropriate Mondays (352019) 11 – 11:50 am June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 25

STRENGTH TRAINING – ADVANCED Instruction includes strength training, balance, stretching, FITNESS STUDIO - SEYMOUR CENTER and flexibility exercises for older adults. Class minimum 5, Department on Aging - Wellness Program maximum 30. Instructor: Kevin Kirk * Low Rates * Fee: $6/class. Arrive early to secure equipment. Coupon books are available. The fitness studio in the Seymour Center is 624 sq Seymour Center ft of space nestled inside the state of the art 25,000 Mon & Thu (352021- 03, 04, 05) 10:40 – 11:35 am sq ft Center. The fitness studio, with exercise STRENGTH TRAINING – INTRODUCTION machines, helps users increase their endurance, Instruction includes strength training, balance, stretching, and maintain balance and build strength. The fitness flexibility exercises for older adults. Class Min: 5/Max: 30 area’s exercise machines were donated by UNC Instructor: Kevin Kirk Fee: $6/class Health Care. Seymour Center Eligibility: Orange County Residents age 55 and Mon & Thu (352000 - 03, 04, 05) 9:40 – 10:30 am older are eligible to join. STRENGTH TRAINING AND MOVEMENT Balance training, strength training, stretching, and abdominal strengthening exercises. The program’s goal is to improve Membership Fees Individuals Couple cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, balance, and total $ $ well-being. Class Min: 5/Max: 30 Annual Rate: 180 240 Instructor: Stephanie Yost (one lump sum) Fee: $35/mon Semi-Annual Rate: $90 $140 Seymour Center (paid on joining & 6 month intervals) Tue & Thu (352006 – 05, 06, 07) 8:20 – 9:20 am Quarterly Rate: $45 $65 STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE FOR SENIORS (paid quarterly – Jan, April, July, Oct) A 50 min exercise class that will include warm-up stretches, light Monthly Rate: $15 $25 weights, 20 min of floor work focusing on your core (Buns of Steel (paid by the 10th of each month) on W. modified Windor Pilates on F) and cool- down stretches. Instructor: Dianne Martin Fee: FREE Non-county residents may join at the following rates: Seymour Center Individual: $28 – month $250 – annual Wed & Fri (352101) 9 – 9:50 am Couple: $35 – month $375 – annual STRONG AND STEADY Scholarships will be granted, case-by-case, based on the Strong and Steady focuses on full-body strengthening and federal poverty guidelines beginning with $11,880 for a balance exercises using exercise bands, hand weights, and ankle weights. The class incorporates exercises that are single member household. Scholarship inquiries are confi- reviewed and recommended by well-studied programs of dential and should be directed to Latonya Brown, Wellness A Matter of Balance, Fit and Strong, and the Otago balance Coordinator, 919-245-4270. program. Class is guided by a licensed physical therapist who will modify the exercises as needed. This class is great for Operational Hours beginners as well as advanced exercisers! Mon – Fri: 8 am – 8:30 pm Instructor: Vicki Tilley Saturdays: 9 am – 5 pm Fee: FREE Passmore Center During peak times of use, machines will be Tue & Thu (2520001) 10 – 11:15 am limited to 30 minutes each. *10 am - 12 noon Tue/ Thur, no personal trainer on duty. TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS PROGRAM – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Personal Trainer Appointments - All Fitness Room Members are Tai Chi improves balance, agility and flexibility while increasing permitted 1 FREE 30-minute Personal Trainer session, annually, pain free range of motion for persons with arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia and other inflammatory joint conditions. Older in addition to the Fitness Room orientation with Arlene Bynum- adults managing chronic conditions such as high blood Mills, certified Personal Trainer.All personal trainer sessions are pressure, diabetes, Parkinson’s, MS, heart disease, lower back by appointment only made at the Seymour Center’s front desk, pain and depression also experience benefits from this gentle 919-968-2070. activity (Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi). Evidence shows Tai Chi can prevent falls up to 55% and recurrent falls Fee: $25/30 min session by 75%. (No previous Tai Chi experience necessary – can be Personal Trainer Hours done seated or standing) Beginner classes – 20 weeks Tuesdays 8:30 am – 12 noon Instructor: Sue Fan Wednesdays 11:30 am – 1 pm & 2 – 3 pm Fee: FREE Thursdays 11:30 am – 1 pm Passmore Center Fridays 8:30 am – 12 noon Fridays May 4 – Sep 14 (232257-02) 10 – 11 am Page 26 Senior Times June – August 2018

T’AI CHI – BEGINNING WALKING – INDOORS T’ai Chi, an ancient Chinese art, based on natural laws, Walk in the Central Recreation Center Gym at 300 W Tryon teaches relaxation, erases tension, and boosts energy. It St, Hillsborough works for all, regardless of age. An added bonus: Tai Chi Fee: $3 daily; $15 - 6 months; $25 annually Central Recreation Center Gym may add to your sense of emotional well-being. Class Min: Mon – Fri 8 – 9:30 am 4/Max: 10 Instructor: Bill Meyers WALKING – INDOORS Fee: $8 per session/class Walk in the Passmore Center with friends. Seymour Center Fee: FREE Wednesdays (352002 – 10, 11, 12) 2:30 – 3:20 pm Passmore Center Tuesdays (25000-01) 2:30 pm T’AI CHI - CHEN BEGINNER You will experience the Chen Style form of T’ai Chi. This form WALKING - INDOORS is characterized by larger steps and bigger arm movements Walk in the Northside Gym at the Hargraves Center Fee: FREE and is designed to open the joints and create more flexibility Hargraves Center and stability. It enhances energetic flow, balance and Wed & Fri 9:30 am – 12:30 pm coordination. Instructor: Nina Maier, 919-732-2722 WALKING MEDITATION Fee: $8/class Do you love trees in all seasons? Do you love the forest’s Passmore Center sounds? Do you love the soft earth under your feet? Do you Mondays (252016 - 06, 07, 08) 4:30 – 5:30 pm enjoy walking intentionally so you don’t miss anything? If you do, you will want to join friends who enjoy the same pleasures. We are aiming for a Friday - once a week? Once a T’AI CHI – WU/HAO BEGINNER month? What suits you? Call Miriam Thompson at 919-370- Ongoing class explores T’ai Chi movement through the 4114 to schedule a time and walking path. Wu/Hao Style form. Practice of this “moving meditation” Seymour Center can reduce stress; improve health, increase flexibility and Fridays TBA energetic flow, aid in the discovery of balance and harmony in the mind and body. WALKING – OUTDOORS Instructor: Nina Maier, 919-732-2722 Fast-paced walking group walks on trails and through Fee: $8/class wooded areas, weather permitting. Need to be agile on your feet. Bring a friend and/or walking stick. Call to be added to Passmore Center the list. Group leader needed. Mondays (252008 - 06, 07, 08) 6 – 6:50 pm Passmore Center Tuesdays (250002-01) 10 – 11 am T’AI CHI – YANG SHORT FORM – ADVANCED Seymour Center Practiced regularly, Tai Chi enhances physical and mental Tuesdays (350000) 8:30 – 9:30 am health. Its slow circular movements, deep breathing and meditation improves the flow of energy (Chi) through the YOGA body. This leads to greater awareness, calmness, and an This gentle physical form of Yoga has an emphasis on overall sense of wellness and improves mobility, balance flexibility and movement, as well as breathing. Research shows that Yoga is excellent for good bone health as well. and posture. Advanced students will have the opportunity Please arrive a few minutes early to secure a place in class. to practice sensing and pushing hands exercises in a non- Class Min: 6/Max: 12 competitive environment. The sword form will also be taught Instructor: Barbara Lang and practiced. Fee: $6 Instructor: Frank Pruett Seymour Center Fee: FREE Mon & Wed (352003 – 03, 04, 05) 1 – 2 pm Seymour Center Tuesdays (352005-11) 7 – 8:15 pm ¡ZUMBA! – AMIGAS EN SALUD La clase de Zumba incluye diferentes estilos de danza, como hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, y mambo. TONE, BALANCE & TIGHTEN – TBT Buscamos promover la salud de las mujeres latinas, generar This class focuses on maintaining and increasing muscular un sentimiento de comunidad y apoyar la creación de strength and joint health by exercising the whole body. vínculos entre los estudiantes de UNC y la población hispana Gentle exercises stretch and tone all major muscle groups, de Carolina del Norte. Amigas en Salud es un programa promoting flexibility and mitigating the loss of muscle often adscrito a SHAC (Student Health Action Coalition) de UNC- associated with aging. Exercises which promote balance are Chapel Hill. El ejercicio es vida… ¡vívelo! included. Instructor: Grissel Díaz, Zumba titulada; Melissa Lorena Jensen, co-directora- 919-717-3616; Alison María Lacko, Instructor: Becci Ritter co-directora 908-625-6323. Sara VanderHorst, voluntaria Fee: FREE 919-260-6899 Seymour Center Precio: GRATIS

WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES Wed & Fri (352025-01) 11 – 11:50 am Seymour Center (354155) Sábado de 4 a 5 pm June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 27

ZUMBA! – “FRIENDS IN HEALTH” During the Zumba class you can experience different dance styles, like hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, and SENIOR CENTER mambo. We seek to promote health among Latinas, foster a sense of community, and support the creation of bonds SportsPlex Membership among UNC students and the Latinx community in NC. “Friends in Health” is a program from SHAC (Student Health Department on Aging - Wellness Program Action Coalition) UNC-Chapel Hill. Instructors: Grissel Díaz, Zumba certified; Melissa Lorena A special Membership fee is offered exclusively to members Jensen, co-director- 919-717-3616; Alison María Lacko, joining through the Senior Center. It includes Fitness and Cardio co-director 908-625-6323. Sara VanderHorst, community Centers, Group Exercise Classes (land and water) offered at the volunteer 919-260-6899 Fee: FREE SportsPlex facility and Aquatics Center. The SportsPlex is a Seymour Center (354155) Saturdays 4 – 5 pm Silver Sneakers facility. (To qualify, you must be a Medicare- eligible member of a health plan that offers the Silver Sneakers ZUMBA – LOW IMPACT Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Fitness program.) More than 40 Medicare health plans offer Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at the program as a benefit to members across the nation. a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy- Individuals should check with their insurance providers for to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat, availability/eligibility. This fitness program is a fun, energizing and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. Class program that helps older adults take greater control of their focusses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. health by encouraging physical activity. Instructor: Jessical Mazyck Eligibility: Orange County Residents age 55 and older are Fee: FREE eligible to join. Seymour Center Wednesdays (353036) starts June 6 5:15- 6:15 pm Fee Structure To optimize the SportsPlex offerings and to encourage as many participants as possible, Orange County has a special SILVER SNEAKERS AND fee. However, scholarships are available on a sliding scale SPORTSPLEX CLASSES FOR to people with low incomes.

OLDER ADULTS Membership Fees Individuals Couple Annual Rate: $300 (one lump sum) $420 Healthway SilverSneakers Fitness Program – Please contact SportsPlex with questions about programs and classes at Paid in Full by: Cash, Check, Credit Card, or monthly $25 919-644-0339. Classes are held next to the SportsPlex at drafts for individuals and $35 drafts for couples. the Passmore Center, and at the Seymour Center. Must be a Silver Sneakers Member to take these classes. The $50 new membership fee is waived upon completion of PACESETTER CLASS the physical function screen and payment of the membership Instructor: Alicia Reid fee for county residents. Non-county residents may join the Fee: FREE for Silver Sneakers members SportsPlex at the following rates along with the initiation fee Passmore Center Mon & Wed (252011-01) 8:45 – 9:40 am of $50:

SILVER SNEAKERS BOOM Individual: $35.99 – monthly; $431.88 – annually A higher intensity dance workout class that improves cardio Couple: $49.99 – monthly; $599.88 – annually endurance and burns calories. Instructor: Arlene Bynum Mills Scholarships are available. Fee: FREE for Silver Sneakers members Direct requests to Latonya Brown, Seymour Center Wednesdays (352042-01) 1 – 1:50 pm Wellness Coordinator, 919-245-4270 Fridays (352042 -02) 1 – 1:50 pm Operational Hours SILVER SNEAKERS CARDIO Mon - Sat: 5:30 am – 10 pm Instructor: Alicia Reid Fee: FREE for Silver Sneakers members Mon - Sat: Pool closes at 9 pm • Sundays: 12 noon – 7 pm Passmore Center Wednesdays (252014-01) 11 – 11:45 am Personal Trainer Appointments Schedule an appointment directly with SportsPlex approved SILVER SNEAKERS CHAIR YOGA trainers at 919-644-0339. Instructor: Beth Hufner Fee: FREE for Silver Sneakers members Orange County SportsPlex Tuesdays 11 – 11:45 am Page 28 Senior Times June – August 2018

SILVER SNEAKERS CLASS “FIT FEET” PROGRAM Fee: FREE for Silver Sneakers members A toenail trimming service by appointment only provided Instructor: Alica Reid by trained RNs for adults age 55+. All NEW clients MUST Passmore Center complete an initial health assessment and BRING THEIR Mondays (252014-01) 11 – 11:45 am DOCTOR’S REFERRAL TO THEIR FIRST APPOINTMENT, Instructor: Arlene Bynum OR SERVICE WILL BE DENIED! Seymour Center * Note: “No-Show” Policy for Fit Feet Clients is to collect $7 Tues & Fri (352039) 10:30 – 11:30 am for Orange County residents and $13.50 for non- residents for a scheduled appointment if it’s not cancelled a minimum SILVER SNEAKERS STRENGTH of 24 hours before the scheduled time. If proper notice has Instructor: Kristine Glascoe not been given and/or there is a client “no-show”, the Senior Fee: FREE for Silver Sneakers members Center will bill the client for expenses. Further appointments Passmore Center will not be allowed until this fee has been received. Fridays (252014-02) 11 – 11:45 am Fee: $14 Orange County residents and $27 for non-residents Passmore Center, 919- 245-2015 2nd & 4th Wed, Jun 13, 27; Jul 11, 25; Aug 8, 22 WELLNESS – INDIVIDUAL (252502) 9 am – 4 pm SERVICES Seymour Center, 919- 968-2070 1st & 3rd Wed, Jun 6, 20; Jul 6, 18; Aug 1, 15 BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING (352508) 9 am – 4 pm A volunteer RN or LPN is on-site to take blood pressures. 2nd Wed, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8 VC55+ provides the volunteers. Free automated blood (352508) 9 am – 1 pm pressure machines are available at both Senior Centers. These machines are provided by the Orange County MEDICATION MANAGEMENT Wellness Program. Do you have questions about your medications? Do you Fee: FREE want to know more about Medicare Part D – Prescription Seymour Center Drug Coverage? Subsidies? Get answers to these and other Wed (352505) 9:30 – 11:30 am questions about medications from a pharmacist in your Thu (352505-03) 11 am – 12 noon own home, at the Seymour Center, or the Passmore Center. Passmore Center Please call Yvette Hall at the UNC Center for Aging and Thu (252501-01) 9:30 – 11:30 am Health at 919-843-4096. Fee: FREE CHAIR MASSAGE Feeling stressed? Having neck, back, or shoulder tension or OTAGO PROGRAM THROUGH ORANGE COUNTY pain? No time for a full body massage? Try a chair massage SENIOR CENTERS Muscle weakness and impaired balance are risk factors with Michael Savino, Licensed Massage and Therapeutic underlying many falls and fall injuries. This program is an Bodywork Therapist #00703. No appointment necessary. evidence based program where a physical therapist works Fee: $10/10 minutes. with you to develop an individually tailored, home based, Seymour Center (352520) strength and balance exercise routine. The Otago program 1st & 3rd Mon, Jun 4, 18; Jul 2, 16; Aug 6, 20 1 – 3 pm is reimbursable through insurance with approval from your physician. Ask the physical therapist about Otago! Call ESTHETIC /NATURAL SKIN CARE SPA/WAXING 919-624-0388 for an appointment at the Passmore Center, Receive a facial with Massage by Karen Weaver, Licensed Hillsborough with ElderFit In-Home Rehab Physical Therapy. Esthetician. Call Seymour Center (919-968-2070) to schedule Call 919-732-6600 for an appointment at the Seymour Center, your appointment. Please note the “no-show”policy. Chapel Hill with University Physical Therapy. Fees: Express Facial $20 PERSONAL TRAINER SERVICES Waxing Services This service is available to all Seymour Center Fitness Room Eyebrows $12 Members. Each member is permitted one annual FREE Lip $8 30-min Personal Trainer session in addition to the Fitness Chin $8 Room orientation. Additional private sessions are available Sides $10 for $25 per 30 min session. All personal trainer sessions are Seymour Center by appointment made at the Seymour Center’s front desk. Fee: $25/30 min session (after first free 30-min session) WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES SUPPORT GROUPS 1st & 3rd Mon (352503) 10 am - 12 noon June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 29

Trainer: Arlene Bynum-Mills Note: “No-Show” Policy for Esthetic, Therapeutic Massage Seymour Center (352595) and Trager Clients is to collect $20 for a scheduled Tuesdays 8:30 am – 12 noon appointment if it’s not cancelled a minimum of 24 hours Wednesdays 11:30 am – 1 pm; 2 – 3 pm before the scheduled time. If proper notice has not been Thursdays 11:30 am – 1 pm given and/or there is a client “no-show”, the Senior Center Fridays 8:30 am – 12 noon will bill the client for expenses. Further appointments will not Call 919-968-2070 for an appointment be allowed until this fee has been received. PHYSICAL FUNCTION SCREEN This FREE ASSESSMENT is AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE and is A REQUIREMENT FOR EVERYONE BEFORE THE INITIAL WELLNESS – INTEREST USE OF THE FITNESS STUDIO; and BI-ANNUALLY thereafter at the Seymour Center, and to get the Passmore Center’s GROUPS SPORTSPLEX MEMBERSHIP rate. Participants receive recommendations for individual improvements. A physical PASSAGE MEDITATION (SATSANG) therapist will give you a written report with your functioning “The Eight Point Program of Passage Meditation was levels. The assessment will take about 45-min to complete. developed by Ecknath Easwaran. It is non-denominational, Screening provided in part by the UNC Division of Physical non-sectarian, and free from dogma and ritual. It can be used Therapy, Dept of Allied Health in the UNC School of Medicine. within each person’s own cultural and religious background Instructor: Carol Giuliani to relieve stress, heal relationships, release deeper resources Fee: FREE and realize one’s highest potential”. Before attending the Passmore Center first meeting, you need to visit www.easwaran.org for more Fri, Jun 8, 15; Jul 13, 20; Aug 10, 17 (252503) 9 am – 4 pm information, or contact Annette at 919-260-1995. Seymour Center Fee: FREE Fri, Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 3 (352506) 9 am – 4 pm Seymour Center 2nd Sat, Jun 9, Jul 14, Aug 11 (352047) 9 – 10:30 am REIKI Would you like to increase your energy and circulation? Relieve stress and pain, or improve sleep? Reiki can help with all of these - and more. It adjusts according to the needs SUPPORT GROUPS of the recipient while supporting the body’s natural healing abilities and balancing body energy. Call Lorraine Lewis at 919-967-2215, a Reiki practitioner for 25 years or e-mail: ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) GROUP [email protected] The meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is intended Fees: $55/1 hr; $65/1.5 hrs to help seniors explore their drinking difficulties in an Seymour Center understanding environment that relies on AA’s proven 12- 2nd and 4th Wed (352514) 12 noon – 5 pm step approach. Particular attention will be given to the early phases of recovery. This is an open meeting of Alcoholics THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Anonymous that non-alcoholic people may attend. Got stress, aches, pain, or tension? Come enjoy a relaxing, Seymour Center rejuvenating massage with Michael Savino, Certified Wednesdays (357070) 3 pm Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist #00703. Special techniques include CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUPS Swedish, Shiatsu, and Hot Stone massage. Call 919-967- Meet with other caregivers to share experiences, learn new 1043 for information or to schedule a Saturday appointment. skills, and get answers to questions about dementia and other Call 919-968-2070 for weekday appointments. long-term disabilities. Group is open, friendly and informal. Fees: $55/1 hour; $65/1.5 hours. Please note the “no-show” Reservations are not required but supervised activities can be fee policy. available for loved ones during group time with a reservation Seymour Center Mondays (352515) 9 am – 1 pm 24 hours in advance. To register, call 919-968-2087. For more Tue & Thu evenings (352521) Appointments only information about the group and caregiving in general, call Pam Tillett at 919-245-4278. TRAGER – GENTLE BODY THERAPY Register by: 1 week prior to meeting date for both centers Lorraine Lewis, certified Trager Practitioner, provides one- Passmore Center on-one sessions based on work done by Dr Milton Trager. 1st Tue, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 (255005-01) 4 – 5:30 pm You will experience greater ease, comfort, joy, mobility (it Seymour Center helps to “oil” the joints), balance and peaceful relaxation in 2nd & 4th Fri, Jun 8, 22; Jul 13, 27; Aug 10, 24 your mind/body/spirit. (352755) 10:30 am – 12 noon Fees: $55/1 hour; $65/1.5 hours. Please note the “no-show” fee policy. HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF CHAPEL HILL Seymour Center Call Ruth Miller, 919-622-8467. 2nd & 4th Wed (352514) Appointments only Page 30 Senior Times June – August 2018

FTD (FRONTOTEMPORAL DEGENERATION) SUPPORT TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (TOPS) GROUP A weight loss support group, TOPS, is a non-profit and non- A regional support group for caregivers with a loved one commercial organization. We’ll help you reach your goals in diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration. For more a warm, caring support group for adults and children (age information about the group contact Kathy LaFone, 919-632- 7 +). Join us to help you have the pounds “fall” off. Contact: 8083, or [email protected] Timothy Cyr, 919-579-0672, for more information. Burlington/Mebane area Fee: First visit is FREE. 3rd Tue, Jun 19; Jul 17; Aug 21 Passmore Center Tuesdays (257000-01) 11 am – 12 noon LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP (Weigh-in: 10 am in the Wellness Room) For more info for Seymour group and Passmore group contact Kim Tyler at 919-560-8633. TRIANGLE APHASIA PROJECT, UNLIMITED Seymour Center Maura English Silverman, MS, CCC/SLP, Founder and Senior 1st Tue, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 (352777) 10 am Advisor. Visit the web site at www.asphasiaproject.org for more information. MEMORY CAFES UNC CRC Building A social outlet for people with dementia, and their care partners. Thursdays 1:30 – 2:30 pm Come for fun activities and light refreshments. Seymour Center VETERAN CAREGIVERS CONNECT 2nd Mon, Jun 11; Jul 9; Aug 13 1:30 – 3:30 pm A time to relax, and enjoy a cup of coffee/tea and conversation Passmore Center with fellow caregivers. 3rd Mon, Jun 18; Jul 16; Aug 20 (255017-01) 2 – 3:30 pm Passmore Center 2nd Wed, Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 8 9 – 10 am PARKINSON’S DISEASE CAREGIVERS OPEN DISCUSSION GROUP Join family and friends who care for people with Parkinson’s disease in this support group. Share your experiences and ART CLASSES learn new skills. Facilitated by UNC-CH Dept of Neurology. For information contact the support group leader, Jessica Shurer, Classes must be registered for in advance (Classes may be at 919- 843-1657 - [email protected] or visit the cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached.) by calling website: www.chapelhillparkinsons.weebly.com the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070 or the Seymour Center Passmore Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015. 1st Tue, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 (352851) 12:30 – 1:30 pm ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASS – BEGINNERS PARKINSON’S DISEASE PATIENT OPEN DISCUSSION Join artist Dan Eubanks and learn to paint with acrylics. GROUP Join other people who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s You will learn about color application and blending as well disease in this support group. Share your experiences and as working with the back, middle, and foreground of your learn new skills. Facilitated by UNC-CH Dept of Neurology. For painting. You don’t need to be able to draw to learn how to information contact the support group leader, Jessica Shurer, paint and create beautiful artwork. Contact the front desk at MSW, LCSW at 919- 843-1657 - [email protected] or 919-245-2015 for a list of supplies. visit the website: www.chapelhillparkinsons.weebly.com Register by: 1 week prior to each session Seymour Center Instructor: Dan Eubanks 1st Tue, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 (352879) 1:30 – 3 pm Fee: $40 per session Passmore Center PULMONARY HYPERTENSION (PH) Session I: Tue, Jun 19 – Jul 17 (No class Jul 3) PH Association Requests: Patients, family members, friends, (254008-07) 2 – 3:30 pm and anyone who would like to learn more about this disease Session II: Tue, Jul 24 – Aug 14 are welcome to come and participate in this quarterly meeting. (254008-08) 2 – 3:30 pm For information, call Mitzi Twine, 919-419-9091. Session III: Tue, Aug 21 – Sep 11 Seymour Center Sat, Jun 23; Aug 11 (352833) 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (254008-09) 2 – 3:30 pm

SPOUSE LOSS SUPPORT GROUP ARTISTS TOGETHER: OPEN ART STUDIO For those experiencing the loss of their spouse Open Art Studio is a unique opportunity for artists to drop To register for this group, please call or email Gail Smith, 919- in for extra time to work on specific projects, to encourage 218-7995, mastery of skills and to have social interaction with other [email protected] artists. The studio is open to artists of all media types. Seymour Center Newcomers are welcome. You will need to bring your own Thu, July 19 -Aug 30 1:00 – 2:30 pm supplies. No formal instruction. Fee: FREE STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Passmore Center Contact Blaise Morrison - [email protected] Fridays (254009-01) 10 am – 1 pm Center for Rehabilitation Care Seymour Center 1807 N. Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill NC Most Fri afternoons (357061) 1 – 5 pm

SUPPORT GROUPS ART CLASSES 2nd Wed, Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 8 1 – 2 pm June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 31

BASIC DRAWING OIL PAINTING You will be introduced to line, form, shading, perspective, Class is a general introduction to art history, including styles/ composition and the use of various drawing materials. Bring schools of classical, realism, impressionism, expressionism, an 18X24 in newsprint pad, HB 2 drawing pencil and kneaded modern and contemporary. Students will discuss how to eraser to the first session. Additional materials needed are: a stretch a canvas. Class will begin with still life sketching ruler, vine charcoal, and a white eraser. Class Min: 3/Max: 10 followed by learning to paint still lifes, landscapes and Register by: 1 week prior to each session Instructor: Joan Cecil portraits. Class Min: 3/Max: 10 Fee: $ 50 Register by: 1 week prior to each session. Passmore Center Instructor: David Sovero Session I: Mon, Jun 11 – Jul 2 Fee: $60 per session ( 5 weeks) (254021-06) 6 – 8 pm Seymour Center Session II: Mon, Jul 9 - 30 Session I: Mon, May 7 – Jun 11 ( no class May 28) (254021-07) 6 – 8 pm (354002-10 ) 10 am – 12 noon Session III: Mon, Aug 6 – 27 Session II: Mon, Jun 18 – Jul 16 (254021-08) 6 – 8 pm (354002-12) 10 am – 12 noon Session III: Mon, Jul 23 – Aug 20 CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING (354002- 13) 10 am – 12 noon This is a traditional art form showing the beauty of nature’s simplicity and complexity through ink and color. Students PASTEL PAINTING will learn to paint flowers, birds, landscapes and animals with individualized help. Required Materials List: Available at the Learn about the beauty and versatility of painting with Soft front desk. Pastels. Beginners will work from their own photos with Class Min: 2/Max: 10 assistance. More advanced students will work on independent Register by: 1 week prior to each session. projects with guidance tailored to their skill levels. Please see Instructor: Jinxiu Alice Zhao studied Chinese Brush Painting materials list and have some pastels and paper before class. and taught for 21 years. Class Min:4/Max:10 Fee: $120 per 8 week session Register by: 1 week prior to each session. Seymour Center Instructor: Kim Werfel (www.kimwerfel.com), BFA and MS Session I: Tue, May 1 – Jun 26 (8 weeks) in Art Education (354007-02) 2 – 4 pm Fee: $75 (5 weeks) Session II: Tue, Jul 10 – Aug 28 (354007-04) Seymour Center Mon, May 14 – Jun 11 (353051-03) 1 – 3 pm CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY CLASS Chinese calligraphy is an Oriental art. It uses Chinese WATERCOLOR - ADVANCED characters to communicate the spiritual world of the artist. Since this is an advanced level class, the instructor determines Just as a thousand persons will have unique faces, there will admission to class. Contact the center for additional also be as many differences in handwriting. With a history information. Class Max: 10 of over four thousand years, the art of calligraphy is rich and Register by: 1 week prior to each session profound and has attracted the attention of artists all over Instructor: Luna Lee Ray the world. Join us to learn and have fun! Class Min: 4/Max: 10 Passmore Center Instructor: Mr Xuan & Lihong Luo Fee: $30 (3 weeks) Fee: FREE Session I: Thu, Jul 5 - 19 Seymour Center (254010-07) 1:30 – 3:30 pm Thursdays (354065-01) 9:15 – 10:45 am Session II: Thu, Aug 2 - 16 (254010-08) 1:30 – 3:30 pm OIL PAINTING Class is a general introduction to art history, including styles/ schools of classical, realism, impressionism, expressionism, modern and contemporary. Students will discuss how to stretch a canvas. Class will begin with still life sketching followed by learning to paint still lifes, landscapes and portraits. Class Min: 3/Max: 10 Register by: 1 week prior to each session. Instructor: Joan Cecil Fee: $60 per session (5 weeks) Passmore Center Session I: Mon, May 21 – Jun 25 (no class May 28) (254014-05) 3 – 5 pm Session II: Mon, Jul 2 - 30 (254014-07) 3 – 5 pm Session III: Mon, Aug 6 – Sep 10 (No class Sep 3) (254014-08) 3 – 5 pm Page 32 Senior Times June – August 2018

WATERCOLOR PAINTING – BEGINNING Course introduces students to watercolor painting. Basic brush strokes, background washes and techniques will be CRAFT CLASSES taught. The use of a sponge and brushes for spattering to Classes must be registered for in advance by calling the create a textual effect will be taught and used. Students will Passmore Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015 or the supply all tools and materials. Tools and material list will be Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070. given at first class along with a demonstration of their uses. Register by: 1 week prior to each session BUSY BEADERS - JEWELRY MAKING Instructor: Joan Cecil Spend time with friends beading! Join us at any level from Fee: $50 beginning to intermediate. Bring your own beads, necklaces Passmore Center you want to re-string, or purchase supplies at the class. New beads and gemstone quality beads will be available at great Session I: Thu, May 31 – Jun 21 prices. Work on your choice of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, (254039-06) 5:30 – 7:30 pm or a matching set. Session II: Thu, Jun 28 – Jul 19 Instructor: Kayla Zaragoza (254039-07) 5:30 – 7:30 pm Fee: FREE (plus supplies purchased from instructor or on Session III: Thu, Jul 26 – Aug 16 your own) (254039-08) 5:30 – 7:30 pm Passmore Center Session IV: Thu, Aug 23 – Sep 13 Fridays (244005-01) 3 – 5 pm (254039-09) 5:30 – 7:30 pm CARD MAKING – WORDS OF KINDNESS ZENTANGLE® Words of kindness, birthday and get well wishes, A supply list for each class is available at the front desk of encouragement and many more of our deepest thoughts – all the Seymour Center (919-968-2070) and Passmore Center have the power to lift up someone’s day! Come and join us in creating unique and customized greeting cards. Bring a friend classes will resume in the fall (919-245-2015). and spend the afternoon sharing wonderful conversations as you create your own greeting cards. No experience is Tangled Flowers necessary. Learn how to develop your own style of tangle-inspired Fee: FREE botanicals. We will use nature’s expressive marks and Passmore Center Mondays (254005-01) 1 – 3 pm lines, repetitive patterns, color and shading to bring a new vision for your Zentangle artwork. CREATIVE CRAFTERS Creative Crafters offers a variety of jewelry making and specific Zen Buttons projects that encourage creative and unique craft projects. Here is something new in Zentangle land! Zen buttons Instructor: Helen Frederick utilize the concept of reticulum to create a stunning 3D Fee: FREE (plus supplies) Passmore Center effect that resembles a large decorative button. Thursdays (254034) 10 am – 1 pm Register by: 1 week prior to class Seymour Center Instructor: Cathy Boytos Jewelry Making Fee: $35/class Tuesdays (354018) 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Passmore Center Returning in the fall CROCHET AND KNITTING Bring your own project and work with others. This is a great Seymour Center way to get motivated and learn from one another. It is also a Session I: Mon, May 7 – Tangled Flowers great way to meet people and make new friends. (324008-06) 1 – 3:30 pm Passmore Center Session II: Mon, Jun 4 – Zen Buttons Fridays (254009-01) 10 am – 1 pm (324008-01) 1 – 3:30 pm CROCKPOT CANDLES MAKING – INTERGENERATIONAL CLASS Zentangle Drop-in Group What fun you will have together with your grandchild, or Come join us the third Monday of every month as we another young person. You may wish to bring your mother learn and enjoy the art of Zentangle. This is not a class, or an adult child. This is an easy and safe method to make but a time to share and foster the creativity and joy it candles - and they make beautiful gifts. Spend time with inspires. All skill levels including “newbies” are welcome. family making memories together. During this class you will spend the morning creating unique candles you can use in Hope to see you there! your home or give to friends. Age 10+. Class Min: 4/Max: 10 Fee: FREE! Register by: Fri, Jun 8 Seymour Center Instructor: Trish Payne Mon, Jun 18; Jul 16; Aug 20 Fee: $6 (for materials - payable to instructor) (324008-16) 1:30 – 3:30 pm Passmore Center

ART CLASSES CRAFTART CLASSES CLASSES Sat, Jun 23 (224016-02) 9 am – 12 noon June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 33

DIY CONFETTI GLASS JAPANESE EMBROIDERY Summer is the time for colorful fun crafts and cold drinks. Learn this specialized art form! Traditional Japanese What better way to combine the two than with this class. Embroidery is 1,600 yrs old and only came to the US in 1985. You will be provided a glass and paint to create a confetti Learning this art can take up to 10 yrs. It is done with silk effect. Afterwards, you will have a unique, cute drinking glass filaments from a cocoon and metal threads on silk fabric. to enjoy your beverage of choice for the rest of the summer. Some pieces have superimposed embroidery (embroidery Min: 5/ Max: 10 over embroidery). Motifs are usually flowers, birds, and Register by: Thu, May 31 sometimes human figures. Contact instructor at 919- Instructor: Meghan Davis 815-2249 or [email protected] for information on the Fee: FREE materials you’ll need. Seymour Center Instructor: Pam Reading, certified instructor by Kurenai Kai Thu, Jun 7 (334051-01) 2 – 3 pm in Atlanta, GA Fee: $75, plus materials fee per session. DIY MARBLE TRAY Seymour Center Do you love making new items? If so, this is the class for Sat, Jun 16 & Sun, Jun 17 (353050-09) 9 am – 4 pm you. We will be making a marble tray that can be used on the Sat, Aug 25 & Sun, Aug 26 (353050-10) coffee table, ottoman, kitchen table, or even on your bathroom vanity. Find out how you can make your own after a simple KAI MEI KNITTERS visit to your local home improvement store. Come and join our growing knitting community. All levels Register by: Thu, Aug 2 Instructor: Meghan Davis of ability are welcome. Experienced knitters help beginners Fee: $10 (for supplies) with basic knit and purl stitches. Beginning kits are available. Seymour Center Although some materials will be available, you are welcome Thu, Aug 9 (334050-01) 3 – 4:30 pm to bring your own yarn and needles. Please call Maret Garard at 919-619-1142 or Beth Buttitta at 919-542-2194. DIY PEACE POLES Fee: FREE Peace Poles were introduced in Japan in 1955 and to other Seymour Center countries in 1983, to promote the idea of “May Peace Prevail 1st & 3rd Thu, Jun 7, 21; Jul 5, 19; Aug 2, 16 on Earth.” In this class we will design and decorate a unique (324067) 1:30 – 3 pm Peace Pole to display in your garden or patio. When you plant a Peace Pole in your community, you are linking with people LEATHERWORKS - BEGINNING all over the world who planted one in the same spirit of peace. Due to the popularity of this class we have added another Class Min: 5/Max: 10 day, Fri mornings, to learn how to work with and make leather Register by: Fri, June 15 items such as a belt, handbag, book covers, wallets, and more. Instructor: Jerri Gale As a beginner, you will create your own leather key chain and/ Fee: FREE or coasters. Class Max: 8 Seymour Center Instructor: Sam Truax Fri, Jun 22 (334041-01) 9 am – 12 noon Fee: FREE (plus supplies) Passmore Center ETCHED GLASS WITH JESSIE BAILIN Wednesdays and Fridays (234000-01) 9 – 11 am Make your own pieces of functional art as you learn glass etching, a chemical process that leaves a permanent NIFTY KNITTERS waterproof design on the surface. During this hands-on class, Bring your own project and work with others. Beginners you will be provided with the materials, tools, and design always welcome as there is usually someone who is willing stencils needed to create two personalized pint, cocktail, or to teach you. This is a great way to get motivated and learn wine glasses. Keep the one-of-a-kind glassware for yourself from one another. It is also a good way to meet people and or give them as gifts! make new friends. Register by: Fri, Jul 13 Passmore Center Instructor: Jessie Bailin Wednesdays (234026-01) 10 am – 12 noon Fee: FREE Passmore Center PASSMORE CENTER CARVERS (WOODCARVING) Sat, Jul 21 (234034-01) 9 – 11:30 am Class will teach the basic skills of safety, sharpening, wood FUSED GLASS JEWELRY & OTHER ARTWORK grain, stop cuts and center lines. Use our tools through your Many things can be made with fused glass - jewelry: ear first project, a boot. Costs: $1 for the boot cutout. We are rings, pendants, and bracelets or belt buckles; and plates and currently making comfort birds, small stylized birds we give bowls in various shapes and sizes. Do all of the above while to senior center regulars as they face sickness or stress in experimenting with fused glass. The instructor will guide you their lives. People of all skill levels are invited to attend one through the step by step process during a 4-week class during or both classes. which you can make several unique pieces. We also melt Instructor: Steve Zamerski wine bottles into interesting serving plates and bowls. Fee: FREE (plus supplies) Instructor: Bruce Gillooly Fee: $10 per class + $10 material fee payable to instructor. Passmore Center Passmore Center Wednesdays (254033-01) 1 – 4 pm or Thursdays - Returning in the fall 4 – 5:30 pm Wednesdays (254033-02) 6 – 7:30 pm Page 34 Senior Times June – August 2018

PASSMORE CENTER CARVERS - INTARSIA STRING ART DECOR WOODCARVING Join us to create a beautiful piece for your home. You will The woodcarving class is extending its time and introducing create this unique piece by hammering nails into a wooden a new art, Intarsia - making mosaics using various woods. pallet and threading string through and around each nail to You will learn to select woods by color, grain direction and make a colorful outline! Feel free to bring your own string. texture. The principal tool used in Intarsia is a scroll saw. You Register by: 1 week prior to class will develop your skills using it during your first project, cutting Instructor: Meghan Davis your name from wood. Fee: $7 (for supplies) Instructor: Dean Pricer Passmore Center Tue, Jul 10 (234035-01) 2 – 3 pm Fee: FREE (plus supplies) Seymour Center Passmore Center Thu, Jul 5 (334052-01) 2 – 3 pm Wednesdays (254033-01) 1 – 4 pm TASSEL EARRINGS PASSMORE PIECE MAKERS – TUESDAY QUILTERS Learn to make simple tassels from embroidery floss and Work on your own, or group, project. No experience necessary. finish off as a pair of earrings. You can make tassels from If you’ve never quilted, others will help you get started. Most all types of threads and yarns to hang from draperies, belts of the quilts created by the group are donated to homeless and more. Come learn this fun technique and leave in style! female veterans, or to UNC Children’s Hospital. Min: 2/Max: 8 Fee: FREE Register by: Thu, Jun 14 (Passmore)/Tue, Jun 19 (Seymour) Passmore Center Instructor: Helen Frederick Tuesdays (257011-01) 10 am – 2 pm Fee: $5 (for supplies) Passmore Center QUILTING WITH THE GALS! Thu, Jun 21 (224029-01) 1:30 – 3:30 pm Looking to quilt with a fun group of ladies? Work on your Seymour Center own, or group, project. Most of the group quilts are donated Tue, Jun 26 (334124-01) 3 – 4:30 pm to charity. Donations of 100% cotton fabric and/or batting WEAVING FROM THE HEART: SAORI STYLE WEAVING accepted. Questions? Call Susan Zeisel at 919-932-9080 or SAORI weaving is a free-style hand weaving philosophy and Dee Korda at 575-654-4032. Fee: FREE technique from Japan. With no rules and restrictions, it is an Seymour Center art form in which we express our true selves in weaving using color and texture. You will explore color, texture and simple Mondays (354024) 10 am – 12 noon weaving techniques on rigid heddle looms. No experience required. Bring your yarn or use what is supplied. Class Min: SEW WHAT – SEWING GROUP 4/Max: 8 Please note: Date change for June. So, What’s Sewing? Anything you like. Do you have projects Register by: 1 week prior to each session. just waiting to be completed, but you just can’t get motivated? Instructor: Dawn Hummer Here is your chance to join others and work on whatever you Fee: FREE like. Many people are sewing crafts to sell in the future, and Seymour Center others are working on their own personal projects. If you have Thu, Jun 28 a portable sewing machine, please bring it with you. Come Last Mon, Jul 30; Aug 27 (except June) and join the fun! (324056-12, 13, 14) 3 – 5:30 pm Fee: FREE Passmore Center Wednesdays - Returning in the fall 4 - 6 pm POTTERY CLASSES

SEWING MADE EASY Classes must be registered for in advance (Classes may be Learn what you’ll need, how-tos & the easy quick way to create, cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached.) by calling or alter, your own “threads”. Classes will help you choose your the Passmore Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015. best styles as well as fabrics. You’ll also learn how to make alterations for your figure. Add pockets, zippers, elastic & BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE POTTERY waistbands easily. Hemming & finishing of your new pants This class is for the beginner and the more or skirt will be just the beginning of you sewing many more experienced potter. Each class begins with a 40 minute exciting things. Min: 3/Max: 5 demonstration. This includes surface decorating Register by: Fri, Jul 27 techniques, slab and coil building and wheel throwing. The Instructor: Fran Dionne remaining class time is focused on student’s projects. Fee: $60 for 6 classes Open studio time and firing are included in the class fee. Seymour Center Class Max: 15. Register by: 1 week prior to each session

CRAFT AND POTTERY BRIDGE CLASSES CLASSES GAMES OTHER Fri, Aug 3 - 31; Sept 7 (354204-02) 10 am – 12 noon Instructor: Russell Knop June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 35

Fee: $65 plus $6 glaze fee. (Supply list available at the front conventions or strategies - to practice, practice, practice. If desk) you need a partner contact Valerie Roberts at vjroberts3@ Passmore Center gmail.com at least a week ahead of time so she can help you Session I: Mon, May 21 – Jun 18 (No class May 28) find one. Director: Valerie Roberts, Certified Bridge Teacher and (254018-05) 12:30 – 2:30 pm Director. (No class May 25) Fee: $7 Session II: Mon, Jul 9 – 30 Seymour Center (254018-06) 12:30 – 2:30 pm Mondays (351002) 9:15 am – 12 noon Session III: Mon, Aug 6 - 27 (254018-07) 12:30 – 2:30 pm SARAH WEST SOCIAL CONTRACT PROGRESSIVE BRIDGE Or This is a friendly game of bridge. New players are always Session I: Mon, May 21 – Jun 18 (No class May 28) welcome. (254015-05) 6 – 8 pm Fee: FREE Session II: Mon, Jul 9 – 30 Seymour Center (254015-06) 6 – 8 pm Mon & Wed (351012) 1 – 4 pm Session III: Mon, Aug 6 – 27 (254015-07) 6 – 8 pm Or OTHER GAMES Session I: Wed, Jun 6 – 27 CANASTA (254030-06) 12:30 – 2:30 pm Leader: June Weatherley, 919-918-3542 Session II: Wed, Jul 11 – Aug 1 Seymour Center (254030-07) 12:30 – 2:30 pm Mon and Thu (351013) 12:45 – 4 pm Session III: Wed, Aug 8 – 29 (254030-08) 12:30 – 2:30 pm BACKGAMMON AND CHECKERS It is good for your brain as well as meeting new people and OPEN POTTERY (FOR CURRENT POTTERY STUDENTS making new friends. ONLY) Passmore Center Passmore Center Thursdays (257043-01) 1 – 2:30 pm Mondays 10 am – 12:30 pm CHESS Tuesdays 6 – 8 pm Meet others for a friendly game of Chess. Fridays 1:30 – 3:30 pm Passmore Center Tuesdays (257044-01) 1 – 2:30 pm

DOMINOES BRIDGE AND OTHER GAMES Join us for a morning of dominoes and other games. Passmore Center Mon – Fri (251000) 10 am -12 noon or 1– 4 pm BRIDGE GAMES Seymour Center Mon – Fri (351021) 10 am – 3:30 pm BRIDGE LAB A drop-in Duplicate Bridge game designed for fun and GAME DAY practice. Open discussion is encouraged during and after Bring a friend and play table games or cards. We are currently each hand. This is a great opportunity to enhance your bridge looking for spades players. skills in a friendly atmosphere. A basic knowledge of Duplicate Seymour Center Bridge is desirable. No partner is needed. Wednesdays (351009) 1 – 3 pm Fee: FREE Seymour Center GAMES Wed & Fri (351017) 9:30 am – 12 noon Come alone or bring a friend to and a variety of games. Passmore Center CONTRACT BRIDGE Mon – Fri (251001) 9 – 11 am Newcomers are always welcome. Passmore Center HAND AND FOOT CANASTA Mon & Wed (257004) 1 – 4 pm Drop by and we will show you how to play this fun game! Contact Betty Schell at 919-265-3043 if you have any MONDAY MORNING BRIDGE questions about the Seymour game. Need help with bidding? Just ask. This is where you can apply Passmore Center the lessons, discover the modern bidding methods, make new Mon - Fri (251017) 1 – 4 pm friends, and literally feel your brain working! Here’s a place Seymour Center to workshop with a new partner, to learn and practice new Mon & Thu (351026) 12:45 – 4 pm Page 36 Senior Times June – August 2018

MAH JONG This ancient Chinese game is challenging and fun. Passmore Center LANGUAGE CLASSES Tuesdays and Fridays (257005) 12:30 – 4 pm Classes must be registered for in advance (Classes may be Seymour Center cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached.) by calling Thursdays (351001-04) 9:30 am – 12 noon the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070 unless Newcomers welcome. Call Sylvia Leibel for more info – 919- otherwise noted. 933-4911. Mondays (35127-09) 12:30 – 5 pm CONVERSATIONAL RUSSIAN Dive in and learn a new language! Get ready to learn the MAH JONG - EVENING conversational basics of the Russian language. This will not be your typical language class. Aside from learning the Play the American version of this exciting game. Several language, you will get to learn about the Russian culture. members of the group have their own beautiful and unique Instructor: Tatiana Fontaine Mah Jong sets, one has old Bakelite tiles in an alligator case Register by: 1 week prior to session and another has black tiles with Plexiglas racks! For more Fee: FREE information contact Deb at [email protected]. Passmore Center Seymour Center Thursdays - Will resume in the fall Wednesdays (351001-02) 7 – 9 pm ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - CONVERSATION CLASS ROOK Class helps adult non-fluent English-speaking people improve If you need to brush up, or if you’ve never played before, come their comprehension of written and spoken English. It will by and the group will teach you how to play. help participants become more self-sufficient, informed Passmore Center and comfortable in the community. Contact Orange County Fridays (257007) 9:30 – 11:30 am Literacy office at 919-636-4457, or www.orangeliteracy.org to register and test to attend the class. RUMMIKUB Fee: FREE Join us for a new twist on rummy. If you don’t know how to Seymour Center Tuesdays (354066) 10 am – 12 noon play, we’ll teach you. Contact the center at 919-245-2015 for more information. INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED SPANISH CHAT GROUP Passmore Center Enjoy speaking Spanish and making new friends. Everyone Mon – Fri (257008) 9 – 11:30 am is welcome. The meeting is conducted entirely in Spanish and to take part, one should have a good working knowledge SCRABBLE CLUB of the Spanish Language. Many in our group are native The group is open and friendly. Just show up and enjoy an Spanish speakers, while others can get along well in spoken afternoon of playing scrabble and meeting new friends. Spanish. To learn more about our group and its activities, Seymour Center check our web site on Meetup.com. We are the Chapel Hill Spanish Language Meet up group. Tuesdays (351005) 1 – 5 pm Facilitator: Edwin Nirdlinger Fee: FREE SCRABBLE TALK Seymour Center Drop in and join this group for a relaxing game of scrabble Fridays (357151-01) 12 noon – 2 pm while catching up on current events. Passmore Center MANDARIN CONVERSATION CLUB Thursdays (253016) 10:30 am – 12 noon Come and learn the basics of Mandarin and Chinese culture in a fun class setting. No prior knowledge is needed - just a SPADES willingness to grasp the language so you can communicate Spend the afternoon enjoying this card game. with your fellow Mandarin participants. Class materials and instructions will be provided. Passmore Center Instructor: Mr Wang Thursdays (217005) 1 – 5 pm Fee: FREE Seymour Center VARIOUS CARD GAMES Tuesdays (354041-03) 10 – 11 am Bid Whist, Spades – What’s your game? Come join a table, or start one. SPANISH (LEVEL I) - BEGINNERS Seymour Center An introduction to Spanish, for those with no previous Tue – Fri (351010) 2 – 5 pm experience in the language

BRIDGE AND OTHER GAMES LANGUAGE CLASSES EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES EDUCATIONAL CLASSES ANDBRIDGE GAMES OTHER LANGUAGE Classes will resume in the fall. June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 37

SPANISH (LEVEL II) - BEGINNERS Passmore Center This class is for people who have had at least a previous one Session I: Thu, May 31 – Jun 21 in Spanish. Classes will resume in the fall. (244000-06) 1 – 3 pm Session II: Thu, Jun 28 – Jul 19 SPANISH (LEVEL III) - BEGINNERS (244000-07) 1 – 3 pm Generally, this class is for those who have had several previous Session III: Thu, Jul 26 – Aug 16 classes. Class contains reading, intermediate-level grammar, (244000-08) 1 – 3 pm Session IV: Thu, Aug 23 – Sep 13 and beginning conversation. Classes will resume in the fall. (244000-09) 1 – 3 pm Or SPANISH (LEVEL IV) – EARLY INTERMEDIATE Session I: Tue, May 29 – Jun 19 This class is for students who have taken intermediate (254040-06) 6 – 8 pm classes at the Senior Center or elsewhere. Classes will Session II: Tue, Jun 26 – Jul 17 resume in the fall. (254040-07) 6 – 8 pm Session III: Tue, Jul 24 – Aug 14 SPANISH (LEVEL V) – INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED (254040-08) 6 – 8 pm This class is conducted entirely in Spanish and includes Session IV: Tue, Aug 21 – Sep 11 conversation, reading, and a thorough review of grammar. (254040-09) 6 – 8 pm Classes will resume in the fall. EBOOKS FOR YOUR PHONE OR TABLET Whether you are an avid reader or just occasional one, this is the class for you. Imagine almost any book, any time at EDUCATIONAL your fingertips through E-book. The Orange County Public Library offers multiple ways to check out electronic books OPPORTUNITIES with a library card. Come find out how! If you have a tablet, Classes must be registered for in advance (Classes may be smart phone, or e-reader, bring it with you to install apps and cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached.) by calling the follow along. Min: 5/Max: 25 Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070 or the Passmore Register by: Wed, Jul 18 Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015. Scholarships available Instructor: Erin Sapienza and Jason Richmond for qualifying residents. Transportation Specialist available at Fee: FREE both centers: 919-717-1853 Passmore Center Wed, Jul 25 (234032-01) 2 – 4 pm

BUS RIDING 101 – GETTING THE MOST OUT OF THE ESL (ENGLISH, SPEAKING, LISTENING): WRITING TRANSIT SYSTEM WITH MUSIC, SONGS, AND POEMS This is for people who are cutting back on driving, no longer Practice speaking and grammar skills with world music, drive, and want to spend less on gas, or simply enjoy bus riding. songs, poems and folktales. Use your creativity to improve Participants will learn how to map out bus trips, and also how your English. We will have fun while working on the spoken to register to be picked up at home. Make your life better by word. Students will learn grammar, sentence construction, and understanding the transit system. Min: 5/Max: 25 idioms. We will begin with the simple present tense. There may be time to practice our writing skills using lyrics and Registration: suggested but not required. poetry. Handouts with lyrics and links to learning sites. All Fee: FREE levels are welcomed! Materials needed: A lined notebook of Instructor: Lisa Berley, OC Dept on Aging, Transportation your choice; pencil or pen. iPhone is optional. Min: 3/Max: 12 Specialist (919-717-1853) Instructors: Lynda Rush Myers, MEd, Training and Orange County Public Library – call 919-245-2536 to register Development, Penn State; ESL Instructor, Durham Technical Wed, Jul 18 2 – 3:30 pm Community College Chapel Hill Public Library - call 919-717-1853 (Lisa Berley) to Mary Stevens PhD, Cultural Historian; Alamance and Durham Community Colleges register Fee: $100 (for four 75 minute sessions) Tue, Aug 14 10 – 11:30 am Seymour Center Mon, Jul 9, 16, 23, 30 (324065-02) 2:30 – 3:45 pm DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Take more professional photographs by learning how to use ISSUES ON AGING your digital camera. Learn to use your camera on manual, and As you age issues that were once important to you seem settings on your icon mode dial. Stop motion, blurred motion, to fade while other issues arise. We strive to provide perspective, composition and other situations will be discussed programming that is relevant, useful, and enjoyable. That’s and used for assignments. Field trips can be planned if desired. why we want to talk with you! Stop by our table in the lobby on Joan Cecil, has taught photography for 14 years at Alamance the dates below to express your concerns while aging, issues you want to discuss, and topics that interest you. This is a Community College in the Advertising and Graphic Design Dept drop in program on the 4th Thursday of each month. and evening Photoshop classes at Durham Tech. Register by: 1 week prior to date Class Min: 3/Max: 10 Leaders: Emily Gordon & Meghan Davis Register by: 1 week prior to each session Fee: FREE Instructor: Joan Cecil Seymour Center Fee: $50 per session Thu, Jun 28; Jul 26; Aug 23 (357172-01) 2:30 – 3:30 pm Page 38 Senior Times June – August 2018

LIFE HISTORIES recreating your place in a smaller space. Contact info: Gayle In this class, we will begin documenting your life histories. Cooke-919-522-4144, [email protected] This is not autobiography, but rather, oral and documented Max: 24 history of your life; focusing on oral stories. You may interview Register by: 1 week prior to each session other people who have favorite stories about you, and I will Instructor: Gayle Cooke, NASMM Senior Move Manager provide prompts. By the end of the class, you will have a good Fee: FREE start on your life history. Seymour Center Each week we will read aloud what we have written. The use Session I: Wed, Jun 20 - Sorting & De-Cluttering of photographs, videos, and other documentation will also (323072-03) 10 – 11:30 am be discussed, along with the best ways of preserving them. Session II: Wed, Aug 1– Sorting & De-Cluttering Fee: $50 (for four sessions) (323072- 04) 10 – 11:30 am Seymour Center Wed, Aug 8,15, 22, 29 (334056-01) 1 – 2 pm SUDOKU FOR BEGINNERS Instructor: Mary Stevens, Ph.D. Cultural Historian. Mary has Sudoku is a puzzle game designed for a single player. This is taught courses on traditional culture and oral history, and a fun and challenging way to exercise your brain. During this has experience teaching writing at Alamance and Durham web based class, you will learn how to play Sudoku and pick Community Colleges, as well as other institutions of higher up some tips to be able to enjoy the game. Min 5/Max 15 learning. Register by: Jul 25 Fee: FREE LIVING LONGER IN THE BLUE ZONES Passmore Center This is an overview of researcher and author Dan Buettner’s Wed, Aug 1 (234031-01) 2 – 3 pm work with his team from the National Geographic Society. They traveled the planet to meet the longest lived people TECH KNOWLEDGE in unique communities called Blue Zones. They identified Not sure if your cell phone is an android or iPhone? If you common elements of diet and lifestyle. Along with the want to learn more about your iPads, kindles, tablets, or National Institute on Aging and top researchers in the field, he whatever device you may have, this is a great opportunity. shows how we, too. can create our own Blue Zone by applying You will get one on one instruction from our tech savvy high basic principles from the people who’ve lived the longest. Min school students. Your own personal Tech Assistant will be 10/Max 20 available to address your specific needs and inquiries with you Leader: Janet Lloyd for 45 – 60 min every other Saturday. Contact Meghan Davis, Register by: Tue, Jun19 (Passmore)/Tue, Jun 12 (Seymour) Program Assistant at 919-245-2026 to make an appointment Fee: FREE (first come first served basis). Min: 6/Max: 12 per Saturday Passmore Center Register by: 2 weeks prior to dates listed Tue, Jun 26 (234033-01) 2:30 – 3:30 pm Instructors: Local High School Students Seymour Center Fee: FREE Tue, Jun 19 (334043-01) 2:30 – 3:30 pm Seymour Center 1st & 3rd Sat, Jun 2, 16; Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18 LUNCH AND LEARN ENGAGING TOPICS (324063-01) 10 am – 12 noon This interactive program features a guest speaker each TECHNOLOGY COACHING FOR ANDROIDS, IPHONE, quarter. These healthy conversations will stimulate your mind AND IPAD and create new thoughts after each presentation or powerful Do you have questions about your smart phone or tablets? Do performance. A catered lunch will follow. Min: 15/Max: 25 you feel comfortable using your calendar, settings, contacts, Register by: Wed, Aug 22 email, and music? This is the class for you. Come and learn Fee: FREE about the different available applications. Min: 4/Max: 15 Seymour Center Register by: 1 week prior to each class. Wed, Aug 29 (353112-03) 11:30 am – 1 pm Instructor: Laura Rogers, Profblue Consulting. Fee: FREE Wed, Aug 29 – How to Navigate through Difficult Family Passmore Center Gatherings when Politics Arise – Kathryn Helene Thu, Jun 28 (244040-06) 6 – 7:30 pm If you are dreading family birthday parties or family Thu, Jul 26 (244040-07) 6 – 7:30 pm holiday get-togethers, and are thinking about being MIA Thu, Aug 23 (244040-08) 6 – 7:30 pm due to various strong political opinions, you can learn communication approaches to neutralize family strife. This class will cover both communication and emotional intelligence skills helpful in such stressful situations.

NUTS & BOLTS OF DOWNSIZING Gayle Cooke, Owner of Triangle Senior Moving Services, LLC, presents tips on handling the daunting tasks associated with downsizing. After 2 sessions you will have a process for eliminating things you no longer use and for

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TED TALKS AT PASSMORE Mon, Jun 18 – How to Reinvent the Apartment Building What are TED Talks? TED stands for Technology, -Moshe Safdie, Architect Entertainment and Design. TED is owned by a non-profit, In 1967, Moshe Safdie reimagined the monolithic non-partisan foundation. Its agenda is to make great ideas apartment building, creating “Habitat ’67,” which gave accessible and spark conversations. Topics are created and made available for use by TED. Join us as we dive into TED each unit a sense of openness. Nearly 50 years later, Talks at Passmore in a laidback yet informative environment need for this type of building is greater than ever. In this including a 15 - 30 min video/talk and follow up discussions short talk, Safdie surveys a range of projects that let light led by Meghan Davis. Min: 5/Max: 25 permeate into densely-packed cities. Moshe Safdie’s Register by: 1 week prior to each session. buildings from grand libraries to intimate apartment Facilitator: Meghan Davis complexes explore the qualities of light and the nature of Fee: FREE private and public space. Passmore Center Tue, Jun 19; Jul 17; Aug 28 (254038-06, 07, 08) 2 – 3 pm Mon, Jul 16 – Why We Have Too Few Women Leaders – Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO Tue, Jun 19 – What’s It Like to be a Robot? – Leila As the COO at the helm of Facebook, Sheryl Sandberg Takayama We already live among robots: tools and machines like juggles the tasks of monetizing the world’s largest dishwashers and thermostats so integrated into our lives social networking site while keeping its users happy and that we’d never think to call them that. What will a future engaged. Sandberg looks at why a smaller percentage of with even more robots look like? Leila Takayama, social women than men reach the top of their professions -- and scientist researching human – robot interaction, shares offers 3 powerful pieces of advice to women aiming for some unique challenges of designing for human-robot the C-suite. interactions -- and how experimenting with robotic futures actually leads us to a better understanding of ourselves. Mon, Aug 20 – How We’ll Earn Money in the Future Without Jobs – Martin Ford, Futurist Tue, Jul 17 – How Adaptive Clothing Empowers Machines that can think, learn and adapt are coming People with Disabilities. – Mindy Scheier -- and that could mean we humans will end up with What you wear can affect your mood, your health and significant unemployment. What should we do about your self-esteem says Mindy Scheier, founder of the it? In a straightforward talk about a controversial idea, Runway of Dreams Foundation. Inspired by her son, who futurist Martin Ford makes the case for separating was born with a degenerative disorder that makes it hard for him to dress himself or wear clothing with buttons or income from traditional work and instituting a universal zippers, Scheier made fashion history by producing the basic income. world’s first mainstream adaptive clothing line that works for everyone, including the differently abled. WEDNESDAYS@ONE POETRY If you are looking for an opportunity to expand your poetic Tue, Aug 28 – How the US Government Spies on People horizons, to cultivate your own writing, to engage with other Who Protest – Including You. – Jennifer Granick writers of poetry, then Wednesdays@One Poetry is for you. What’s stopping the American government from We meet each week from 1 to 2:30 p.m. We share poems. recording your phone calls, reading your emails and We react to each other’s work. We encourage one another. monitoring your location? Very little, says surveillance and We work on poetry projects together. Come July, we’ll have a cybersecurity counsel Jennifer Granick. The government public reading in the Seymour Center. collects all kinds of information about you easily, cheaply Min: 5/Max: 20 and without a warrant -- and if you’ve ever participated in Register by: Wed, May 30 a protest or attended a gun show, you’re likely a person Fee: $5 (each week) of interest. Learn more about your rights, your risks and how to protect yourself in the golden age of surveillance. Instructor: Clark Holtzman Seymour Center TED TALKS AT SEYMOUR Wed, June 6 - Aug 29 (334075-06) 1 – 2:30 pm What are TED Talks? TED stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design. TED is owned by a non-profit, non-partisan foundation. Its agenda is to make great ideas accessible and spark conversation. Topics are created and made available for use by TED. Join us as we dive into TED Talks at Seymour including a 15 minute video/talk and follow up discussions led by Emily Gordon. Min: 10/Max: 82 Please register for each session. Facilitator: Emily Gordon Fee: FREE Seymour Center 3rd Mon, Jun 18; Jul 16; Aug 20 (353020-01) 2 – 3 pm Page 40 Senior Times June – August 2018 FINANCIAL PLANNING OUTSMART THE SCAMMERS We’ll discuss how to spot certain red flags that may indicate a FOCUS ON FIXED INCOME fraudulent encounter, resources you can turn to in the event you Explore the features of fixed-income investments and how or a loved one is targeted, and steps you can take now to help protect yourself and your loved ones. quality bonds can serve as the foundation of a well-balanced Register by: Wed, Jul 11 (Passmore)/ Wed, May 30 (Seymour) portfolio. In this seminar, you’ll learn the basics of bonds, the Instructor: Jane Clark, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones advantages of laddering and how fixed income may make Fee: FREE sense as part of your investment strategy. Passmore Center Register by: Wed, Jun 13 (Passmore)/ Wed, Jun 27 (Seymour) Wed, Jul 18 (244027-02) 12 noon – 1:30 pm Instructor: Jane Clark, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Seymour Center Fee: FREE Wed, Jun 6 (344015-06) 12 noon – 1:30 pm Passmore Center Wed, Jun 20 (224018-01) 12 noon – 1:30 pm Seymour Center Wed, Jul 11 (324031-02 12 noon – 1:30 pm SPECIAL EVENTS

RETIREMENT FOR BOOMERS AND RETIREES Classes must be registered for in advance (classes may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached) by calling It’s never too late or too early to learn about growing your money. the Passmore Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015, or the Planning for your retirement and making sure that your money Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070. Scholarships will last is a daunting task. Join us and discover how you can available for qualifying residents. Transportation Specialist make wise decisions for the future. Class Max: 15. available at senior centers: 919-717-1853. Instructor: Jane Clark, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Register by: Thu, May 31 (Passmore)/Tue, Jul 17 (Seymour) Fee: FREE A MUSICAL JOURNEY OF STEVIE WONDER, THE Passmore Center BEATLES AND MILES DAVIS WITH GARY BRUNOTTE Thursdays (254003-03) 2 – 3:30 pm AND A SPECIAL GUEST ARTIST Jun 7 Foundations of Investing Gary Brunotte and his special guest artist bring you an energetic and eclectic mix of hit songs from Stevie Wonder, The Beatles Jun 14 Focus on Fixed Income and Miles Davis - all performed in a jazz-latin style. Gary Jun 28 Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts graduated from and taught at the prestigious Berklee College Jul 12 An Investor’s Tour of Mutual Funds of Music in Boston in the 1970’s, then moved to New York City Jul 19 Preparing for the Unexpected where he performed at clubs and events, including with his Jul 26 Preparing Your Estate Plan own Big Band. Check out his website at http://garybrunotte. Seymour Center com/. Min: 30/Max: 80 Tuesdays (334004-08) 2 – 3:30 pm Register by: Wed, Jun 20 Jul 24 Foundations of Investing Fee: FREE Jul 31 Focus on Fixed Income Seymour Center Aug 7 Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts Wed, Jun 27 (333071-01) 1 – 2 pm Aug 14 An Investor’s Tour of Mutual Funds Aug 21 What Happens After the Paychecks Stop? Aug 28 Preparing Your Estate Plan A NIGHT OUT IN AFRICA Join us for a night out in Africa. You will be amazed by the cultural dances and lessons from the African American Dance OUTLOOK AND OPPORTUNITIES Ensemble, using innovative and strong approaches to the service This seminar discusses current market conditions and how the of our community for the benefit of education, entertaining, and political, economics, and cultural forces shaping markets can health initiatives and outreach by continuing the legacy through affect you as an investor. performing arts. An African inspired dinner will follow. The event Register by: Wed, Aug 8 (Passmore)/ Wed, Aug 15 (Seymour) is free but donations can be made to African American Dance Instructor: Jane Clark, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Ensemble, Inc (56-1474905). Min: 50/Max: 80 Fee: FREE Fee: FREE/ Donations Passmore Center Seymour Center Wed, Aug 15 (214005-01) 6:30 – 7:30 pm Thu, Jul 26 (333070-01) 6 – 8 pm Seymour Center Wed, Aug 22 (344015-04) 6:30 – 7:30 pm AN AFTERNOON WITH JOYCE WEISER – HERE I GO AGAIN! If you thought Joyce’s show, It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish, or I’m Still Here was outstanding, wait until you see her encore presentation, Here I Go Again! Join her as she sings songs from her 50 years in musicals, comedy, and theater. Pianist, Karen Cooper will accompany. Join us for light refreshments after the show and an opportunity to meet Joyce. Min: 50/Max: 80 Fee: FREE

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AFTER HOURS NEWCOMERS’ SOCIAL his students as they showcase yet another vibrant and rich Are you new to the area? Looking for an interesting and display of art on Monday, June 25. This show will be on creative outlet? Look no further! Every 4th Tuesday evening, the display from Jun 25 – Aug 16. Art opening hostesses will Center’s Program Advisory Committee awaits your visit. This be: Ceresa Clark, Ann Wilkerson, Margaret Mayes and Fung comfortable setting will be an opportunity to learn about the Little with live music by Horace Sher. programs and services offered. In addition, you will receive a Seymour Center tour of the facility and enjoy a social meet and greet experience Mon, Jun 25 (353003-05) 3 – 4 pm over a beverage and refreshments. Bring a friend or two! Register by: 1 week prior to date BEAUTIFUL WORLD OF WATERCOLOR: FEATURING Fee: FREE BERNDT & BROWN Organizers: Program Advisory Committee Showcasing their passion and creative talent in the Seymour Center beautiful world of watercolor, Christine Berndt and Kendal Tue, Jun 26; Jul 24; Aug 28 Brown are excited to share their unique styles side by side. (323082-04, 05, 06) 4:30 – 6:30 pm Be inspired by this duo’s diverse pieces at the opening reception on Mon, Aug 20. The show will be on display ART SHOW – PASSMORE CENTER from Aug 20 - Sept 27. Art opening hostesses will be: Irene If you are interested in exhibiting, please contact Terry Colville Ferguson, Joy Gattis, Amina Singletary, and Fung Little at 919-245-2016 or tcolville@ orangecountync.gov with live music by Jimmy Smith and John Sparks. Seymour Center DAN EUBANKS, ARTIST Mon, Aug 20 (353003-06) 3 – 4 pm Our featured artist, Dan Eubanks graduated from NC Central Univ with a degree in Fine Art and also Visual BERTIE THE BAG LADY COMEDY SHOW AND DINNER Communication. After serving Orange County for 22 years WITH THE HILLSBOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT as a Deputy with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Bertie (Renea Henderson) shares sidesplitting humor as she he committed himself to his first love - painting. He tells about her wacky exploits, outlandish relatives and her currently teaches acrylic painting at The Passmore Center. hometown of Bugtussle. The main course, pork roasts and Join us for an opportunity to meet our feature artist during turkey will be provided by the Hillsborough Police Dept and the art opening and reception. Register by: Tue, May 29 all you have to do is bring a side to share. Enjoy an evening Fee: FREE of humor and spend time getting to know our local law Passmore Center enforcement. Max: 50 Mon, Jun 4 (253002-04) 3 pm Register by: Jun 14 Fee: FREE MARIE CROCK, ARTIST Passmore Center ADVENTURE IN PAINTING: WATERCOLORS TO Thu, Jun 21 (253007-06) 5:30 pm ACRYLIC AND BACK AGAIN Marie Crock inherited a deep love of nature from her BINGO mother. Due to her busy career as teacher, naturalist and BINGO! Join our caller Joseph Degraffenridt to see if the ball ecologist, she only indulged in art after retirement. She rolls in your favor. was instructed by Freeman Beard and Becky Raye Russell Fee: FREE and now passes this on to others by teaching watercolor Seymour Center classes at the Durham Center for Senior Life and for the Wed, Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 8 Durham Dept of Parks & Recreation. Join us to meet her (353041- 15,16,17) 10:30 – 11:30 am during the art opening and reception. Register by: Mon, Jul 30 Fee: FREE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Passmore Center Join us for our monthly birthday celebration as we recognize Mon, Aug 6 (253002-05) 3 pm individuals born in the months of Jun, Jul, or Aug. Please call the center to register. Passmore Center ART SHOW – SEYMOUR CENTER Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 If you are interested in exhibiting, please contact Cydnee Sims (253004-06, 07, 08) 12 noon at 919-245-4250 or [email protected] Seymour Center Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 MINGLE WITH THE ARTIST! (353072) 12 noon You will be greeted with a bio of the artist, list of artwork in the show and a beverage and refreshments for the occasion. The artist will be available to share inspirational stories and receive questions about the show.

DAVID SOVERO AND STUDENT’S COLORS OF LIFE EXHIBITION David Sovero is a native of Lima, Peru. He graduated from the Peruvian National Arts College where he developed his strong academic foundation for art. Sovero has participated in many different exhibitions, solo and in groups, and won many honors and awards. He currently teaches Oil Painting at the Seymour Center. Join him and Page 42 Senior Times June – August 2018

BOOK LOVERS DAY BUILD YOUR OWN GARDEN Calling all readers! Enjoy an afternoon with fellow book lovers Have you ever wondered what it takes to grow your own spices and share some of the recent books you have enjoyed. Haven’t and herbs in the kitchen? Join us to find out which ways you read any good books lately? Well, this is the time to see what can plant spices and herbs and also the optimal environment everyone else is enjoying. There will be light refreshments while for a kitchen garden. Let’s dig deep and discover other ways we add to our book wish lists. herbs can benefit you. Be sure to study up a bit. There will be Min: 5/Max: 15 a little trivia and the winner will get a surprise. Register by: Thu, Aug 2 Register by: Mon, Jun 18 Fee: FREE Fee: FREE Passmore Center Passmore Center Mon, Jun 25 (233042-01) 2:30 – 3:30 pm Thu, Aug 9 (233040-01) 2 – 3 pm CELEBRATE NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH BOOMING NIGHTS AT SEYMOUR SERIES Doesn’t ice cream on a hot day sound fabulous? Come help us Connect with new friends, relax your mind and body from life celebrate national ice cream month at the Passmore Center experiences, and express yourself through meaningful and and build your own ice cream sundae with the items from our engaging outlets. Light refreshments provided during the social ice cream sundae bar. We will also enjoy the mellow sounds of break. Space limited to 8 participants. Classes will be held on Steve Toll as we welcome back one of our favorite performers. the last Mon of the month. Encourage a friend or two, or an Min: 15/Max: 45 adult child, to join you. Note: no class in Aug. Register by: Thu, Jul 12 Register by: each session prior to class date as classes are Fee: FREE sure to fill up fast. Passmore Center Fee: $15 per class (includes most or all materials - see each Thu, Jul 19 (233002-01) 3 – 4 pm class description) Seymour Center CENTERS’ PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEES Mon, Jun 25 – Jeweled Flip Flops and Visors Are you looking to make a difference? Do you enjoy creating Get inspired to decorate flip flops and a sun visor this and sharing community and outreach ideas? Are you great summer. You will learn a variety of ways on how to at promoting social interaction? If so, the Program Advisory embellish your summer accessories as you create this Committee members at Passmore or Seymour Centers would matching set with fun decorative rhinestones, ribbons and love to talk with you about serving on this committee. other jeweled accents. Decorative materials provided. You Seymour Center meetings are held the 4th Tue in each month, will need to bring a pair of flip flops and a sun visor to class. except for the months of Dec, Jun and Jul. Please contact the You can find these inexpensive items at your local Dollar chair, Lewis Atwater - [email protected] or Cydnee Sims, Tree, Wal-Mart or craft stores. Programs and Operations Manager, 919-245-4250, or csims@ Instructor: Laila Bradford orangecountync.gov and at Passmore Center contact Terry (344059-07) 6 – 9 pm Colville, Programs and Operations Manager, 919-245-2016 or [email protected] for more information. . Mon, Jul 30 - Illuminated Letter Zentangle You’ll learn how to create your own personalized “illuminated” CINEMA NIGHT AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER decorated letter. Specific tangles will be taught that are Co-sponsored with the Program Advisory Committee, come perfect to enhance your own monogram letter. You can out on the 2nd Wed evenings of the month and enjoy a recently choose to create a black & white design, or feel free to learn released movie. Concessions will be available for purchase basic coloring techniques to add that special touch! Letter from 5:30 - 6 pm. FREE movies will begin promptly at 6 pm. If stencils will be provided. Please specify one initial you would you have movie suggestions, speak with a Program Advisory like to decorate at time of registration. Committee member for future viewings. You will find movies Instructor: Cathy Boytos and descriptions listed under our Movie section. (344059-08) 6 – 9 pm COOKING AND DINNER WITH DAVID SOVERO – THE BREAKFAST AND CAR SHOW FOR FATHERS ART OF COOKING Fathers, you deserve a fun day out – which will start with a David trained at the Fearrington House Restaurant and breakfast buffet followed by a trip to the Wake Forest Charity believes you can create a good, healthy, and inexpensive meal Car Show. It will showcase vehicles of all makes and models using ingredients you already have. Each week you bring two - including sports cars, antique autos, trucks and more. In ingredients (fruit, vegetable, or other item) and he will teach addition, there will be other activities. Come, enjoy and bring you how to create a meal. This is a hands-on class; everyone two can goods for a local food pantry. Travel details will be participates in the preparation of the meal. This is a unique given upon registration. For questions, contact Meghan Davis cooking class that is a fun, as well as, a delicious experience. at 919-245-2026. Min: 25/Max: 28 for excursion to take place. Min: 5/Max: 20 Register by: Sat, Jun 9 Register by: 1 week before class. *Co-sponsored with OLLI Fee: FREE at Duke. Seymour Center Fee: $12 per class plus two ingredients

SPECIAL EVENTS Sat, Jun 16 (333073-01) 8 am – 3 pm Passmore Center Mondays (233016-06, 07, 08) 5:30 – 8 pm June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 43

COOKING WITH MEGHAN FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION BINGO Come enjoy this new program with our Program Assistant Let’s come together and celebrate the red, white, and blue. Get Manager, Meghan. This quarterly program aims to create ready for some great bingo and get ready to win some great relationships through socialization and team work. Participants prizes.Min: 10/Max: 25 will split into two groups and each group will prepare the dish together. We will test out new trends and have fun along the Register by: Tue, Jun 26 way. Min: 4/Max: 8 Fee: FREE Register by: Fri, Jul 6 Passmore Center Fee: $3 for supplies Tue, Jul 3 (233003-01) 10:30 – 11:30 am Passmore Center Fri, Jul 13 (233043-01) 2 – 4 pm FUN AND GAMES WITH HILLSBOROUGH POLICE OFFICERS DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE COMES TO LIFE! Billiards, table tennis, dominions, and more! You won’t want Village Revue brings Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence to life through powerful readings accompanied to miss this morning of fun and games with members of the by patriotic songs. This memorable performance is one not Hillsborough Police Dept. This is also an opportunity to get to be missed as it speaks to our country’s aspirations and will to know each other, and to build a relationship with our local certainly remind everyone why we celebrate the 4th of July. law enforcement over a hot cup of coffee. Registration not Special refreshments will be served immediately after the required. show. Min: 50/Max: 80 Fee: FREE Register by: Tue, Jun 26 Passmore Center Fee: FREE Thu, Jun 7 (251021-06) 10 – 11:30 am Seymour Center Tues, Jul 3 (333074-01) 3:30 – 4:30 pm GAME TIME WITH CHAPEL HILL POLICE DINE & DASH Get ready for a fun and an engaging morning with your local Join the group for an enjoyable lunch. We will meet at the Chapel Hill Police Dept. Every 1st and 3rd Tue, our Chapel restaurant chosen for a delightful afternoon. This is a great Hill police officers will visit the Seymour Center to join opportunity to meet new people, socialize and discover participants for a few games of dominos, table tennis, billiards different restaurants in the Triangle. We will meet at Nantucket and more. This will also be a great time to get to know them, Grill & Bar, aiming to serve England-style cuisine located at and they get to know you through interesting conversations 5925 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill. Please contact Meghan Davis at 919-245-2026 if you have any questions. and activities. Register by: Fri, Jun 1 Fee: FREE Fee: Cost of Lunch Seymour Center Nantucket Grill & Bar Chapel Hill Tue, Jun 5, 19; Jul 3, 17; Aug 7, 21 Fri, Jun 8 (353038-03) 10 – 10:30 am

FARMERS’ MARKETS AT THE SENIOR CENTERS HAWAIIAN POOL PARTY Yes, the Farmers’ Market is at both centers. It’s a wonderful and Cool off this summer at the Hawaiian Pool Party!! This convenient way to get your fresh fruits, vegetables and meats right at the Center. Come shop and get extra fresh food and entertaining outing co-sponsored with the Town of Chapel outstanding quality. Hill Homestead Aquatic Center. Get those bathing suits out Passmore Center and let’s have a great time splish splashing to island music, Tuesdays (253013) 9 am – 12 noon playing hilarious games, winning cool prizes and enjoying Seymour Center refreshing treats. Registered participants may pick up Thursdays (353060) 9 am – 12 noon additional event details on Thu, Aug 23 at Seymour Center front desk. Min: 15/ Max: 20 FLOATS FOR FATHERS Register by: Thu, Aug 30 In honor of all the men in our lives, we will celebrate their special day by serving a variety of floats during the lunch hour. This Fee: FREE will be a special time to acknowledge men who have been so Homestead Aquatic Center instrumental in our lives. Our floats will include Root Beer, Coke, 300 Northern Park Drive, Chapel Hill Creamsicle, and more. Thu, Aug 30 (333080-01) 1 – 3 pm Register by: Fri, Jun 8 Fee: FREE ICE CREAM SOCIAL Passmore Center July is National Ice Cream Month. What better way to Fri, Jun 15 (243029-01) 12:15 – 12:45 pm celebrate than with a good old-fashioned ice cream social? FOLK MUSIC FRIDAY Enjoy a delicious ice cream sundae while socializing and Kick off your weekend with some folksy music and tasty food. playing games. Sundaes will be provided by Mapleview Musical entertainment provided by talented local musician Farms. Min: 25/Max: 50 Micah Smalley. Refreshments will be provided. Register by: Thu, Jul 12 Register by: Fri, Jul 6 Fee: FREE Fee: FREE Seymour Center Seymour Center Thu, Jul 19 (353215-01) 2 – 3 pm Fri, Jul 13 (313054-06) 2 – 3 pm Page 44 Senior Times June – August 2018

JENGA JAM! Register by: Fri, May 18 Let the party begin! Join our summer youth workers for several Leader: Marc Lemmerman games of jumbo jenga! This exciting tower building activity will Fee: FREE get you energized and create high spirits as you strategize with Passmore Center others. To top it off, the music will get you moving, the party Fri, May 25 (223012-01) 10:30 – 11:30 am treats will be great and prizes will be awarded!! Must give you a little warning….once you get started, it’s quite addictive. Min: NAIL SPA & MOCKTAILS 12/Max: 30 Pamper yourself at the “Passmore Nail Spa”. Join us for a lovely Register by: Fri, Jul 6 afternoon of conversation as Passmore Center Staff guide you Fee: FREE through a basic manicure while you enjoy a delicious mocktail. Seymour Center Register by: Tue, Jul 17 Fri, Jul 13 (333075-01) 2 – 3 pm Fee: FREE Passmore Center Tue, Jul 24 (233044-01) 3 – 4 pm JUNETEENTH COOKOUT Celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth, better known as African-American’s Independence Day, or Freedom Day. NEWCOMERS WELCOME This historical day observes the ending of slavery in the US Join Meghan Davis, Program Assistant Manager with the with emphasis on freedom and achievements in the black Passmore and Seymour Centers, as she gives an overview community, and is recognized annually by people of all races. of programs and services offered by the Orange County Dept Come out and enjoy our cookout festivities of food, fellowship, on Aging. We are a one-stop resource for wellness, lifelong live music, special presentations - and more at this joyous learning, access to benefits and meaningful opportunities. occasion. Min: 50/Max: 150 This is your chance to ask all those questions about what the Register by: Tue, Jun 12 Passmore Center offers and to take a tour. Fee: FREE Register by: 1 week in advance Seymour Center Leader: Meghan Davis Tue, Jun 19 (333076-01) 6 – 8 pm Fee: FREE Passmore Center LEGACY OF MAYA ANGELOU Tue, Jun 5 (253022-06) 2 – 3 pm “If we lose love and self-respect for each other, this is how Tue, Jul 3 (253022-07) 2 – 3 pm we finally die.” The powerful words and poems of the great Tue, Aug 7 (253022-08) 2 – 3 pm Maya Angelou, an accomplished poet and civil rights activist, will forever be celebrated in history. She is known across the PETALS WITH A PURPOSE world for her many awards and her accomplishments. Join us The Arc of the Triangle’s Petals with a Purpose is an effort as performer Diane Faison brings Maya back to life by reading to connect flowers to people, all the while making a positive her works of poetry. difference on the environment. Using items destined for the Register by: Tue, Aug 14 landfill and with support from the community Petals with a Performer: Diane Faison Purpose needs YOU! This is an opportunity for volunteers and Fee: FREE friends to come together weekly to create bouquets of fresh Passmore Center flowers that are delivered to local partners in our community. Tue, Aug 21 (233037-01) 3 – 4:30 pm Program begins Wed, June 6. Please register if you are able to assist. Min: 5/ Max: 8 NEW! LITTLE’S COOKING LIGHT, QUICK & EASY Leader: Courtney Owens, Outreach and Volunteer Specialist Learn simple, yet easy Asian cooking recipes that will be easy Fee: FREE and fun to create. These flavorful dishes will be perfect for the Seymour Center summer, and will be light and fresh! Recipes and ingredients Wednesdays (354094-01) 1 – 2:30pm supplied. Min: 5/Max: 15 What’s Cooking in June? PIANO PERFORMANCE: A MEDLEY OF MUSIC AT Asian Chicken Dish NOON What’s Cooking in July? In honor of Older Americans Month, Barbara Lang’s students Beef and Rice Dish will share the joy of music in appreciation of our senior What’s Cooking in August? participants. Come and enjoy musical selections and light Dumpling Dish refreshments. Min: 50/Max: 80 Register by: 1 week prior to class Fee: FREE Instructor: Fung Little Seymour Center Fee: FREE Sat, Jun 2 (333050-11) 12 noon Seymour Center Wed, Jun 27; Jul 25; Aug 29 (333078-01,02,03) 2 – 3:30 pm PICASSO AND TEA Reach out into the horizon and you might find a new hobby. MEMORIAL DAY PARTY Join us in the afternoon for some vibrant colors and tea. We Brush up on your military and other songs from the 60’s as will follow a paint tutorial and create a beautiful painting while we play, Remember the Lyrics? We will also have other brain enjoying a cup of tea together. Min: 5/Max: 15 teasers - patriotic quotes throughout the years as we play, Register by: Thu, Jun 7 Who Said That? Join Marc Lemmerman for a morning of Fee: $5

SPECIAL EVENTS movie trivia and much more as we celebrate Memorial Day. Seymour Center Min: 15/Max: 30 Thu, Jun 14 (334049-01) 1:30 – 2:30 pm June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 45

POETRY READING WITH CLARK HOLTZMAN AND SIMPLY DELICIOUS – ORANGE CHICKEN STUDENTS During this hands-on cooking class, you will prepare special This reading will feature the poets and poems of Wednesdays@ breakfast treats for dinner and enjoy a class dinner together One, the weekly poetry project at the Robert & Pearl Seymour when finished. The menu includes: Center. Come out and hear these fine writers recite their best • Appetizer work, read from each other’s work, and talk about what poetry and the writing craft mean to them. Light refreshments will • Crock Pot Orange Chicken with Fried Rice be served after the show. For more information, contact Clark • Dessert Holtzman at 919-357-7094. Min: 50/Max: 80 Min: 8/Max: 12 Register by: Fri, Jul 13 Register by: Wed, Jul 11(If registration is not cancelled a Presenters: Clark Holzman & Students minimum of 24 hours before the class, you will be billed) Fee: FREE Instructor: Marc Lemmerman Seymour Center Fee: $15 (payable to the instructor the day of the class for Fri, Jul 20 (334075-07) 6 – 8 pm supplies) Passmore Center ROCK AND ROLL TRIVIA PARTY Wed, Jul 18 (254042-07) 4 – 7:15 pm Come ready to hear some of your favorite songs as we travel down memory lane. We will have a variety of contests including, Rock and Roll Jeopardy, fill in the lyrics, identify the “one hit SIMPLY DELICIOUS – SALMON TWO WAYS Wonders”, and much more. Work as a team with others or just During this hands-on cooking class, you will prepare a complete come and cheer on the contestants. Light refreshments will be three course meal and enjoy a class dinner together when served. Min 15/Max 40 finished. The menu includes: Register by: Thu, Aug 9 • Appetizer Leader: Marc Lemmerman • Entrees: Maple Dijon Glazed Salmon, Baked Salmon Fee: FREE Stuffed with Crabmeat Passmore Center • Dessert Thu, Aug 16 (234031-01) 2 – 3:30 pm Min: 8/Max: 12 Register by: Wed, Aug 1 (If registration is not cancelled a SAVANNAH TRIP PRESENTATION minimum of 24 hours before the class, you will be billed) During this presentation you will learn about the upcoming trip to Savannah planned taking place Oct 4 – 6. Meet, Anita Instructor: Marc Lemmerman Wilson, with Action Travel and hear about the exciting sights Fee: $15 (payable to the instructor the day of the class for and sounds of one of America’s favorite southern cities. The supplies) itinerary will be discussed and you will have an opportunity to Passmore Center ask questions. This is open to those already registered, as well Wed, Aug 8 (254042-08) 4 – 7:15 pm as anyone considering taking the trip. Min: 10/Max: 50 Register by: Jun 1 SWING INTO SUMMER Presenter: Anita Wilson Bring a friend and join us as we swing into summer with a Fee: FREE free swing dance lesson, music, and beach trivia. Put on your Passmore Center Thu, Jun, 7 (217000-01) 2 – 3 pm favorite summer outfit and enjoy light refreshments as you visit with friends and meet new people. You may be the big winner SENIOR TIMES 101 of the trivia game. Min: 25/Max: 45 The Passmore Center has so many opportunities for you to Register by: Jun 7 take advantage of that we want to make sure you know about Leader: Marc Lemmerman all of them. During this informal gathering we will review what is Fee: FREE going to happen and give you an opportunity to ask questions Passmore Center about upcoming programs. Min: 5/Max: 15 Thu, Jun, 14 (233038-01) 2 – 3:30 pm Register by: Mon, Aug 13 Fee: FREE WATERMELON BINGO SOCIAL Passmore Center Bingo is back! Come enjoy this special occasion on National Mon, Aug 20 (253008-08) 2 – 3 pm Watermelon Day. We will serve watermelon slushies while you SIMPLY DELICIOUS – CRABCAKES win big. Min: 5/Max: 20 During this hands-on cooking class, you will prepare a complete Register by: Fri, Jul 27 three course meal and enjoy a class dinner together when Fee: FREE finished. The menu includes: Passmore Center • Appetizer Fri, Aug 3 (233039-01) 10 – 11:30 am • Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli Sauce • Dessert WEDNESDAYS’ BUZZ Min: 8/Max: 12 This will keep you in the know. Look for the special table in the Register by: Wed, Jun 20 (If registration is not cancelled a lobby every 1st and 3rd Wed. Come find out what the entire minimum of 24 hours before the class, you will be billed) Instructor: Marc Lemmerman Buzz is about! Be the first to be in the know! Fee: $15 (payable to the instructor the day of the class for Fee: FREE supplies) Seymour Center Passmore Center Wed, Jun 6, 20; Jul 18; Aug 1, 15 Wed, Jun 27 (254042-06) 4 – 7:15 pm (352066) 10:30 am Page 46 Senior Times June – August 2018

PICKLE BALL ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES A combination of badminton and tennis this sport is once again gaining popularity around the county. It is played with a whiffle & LESSONS ball on an indoor court. Equipment will be provided. Please ACTIVITIES contact the front desk to register. Passmore Center BADMINTON Mondays (251016-01) 5 – 8 pm Enjoy a friendly game during our open play weekly sessions. Wednesdays & Fridays (251016-03) 2 – 5 pm Beginners are welcome. Racquets are available. Partner not needed. PICKLE BALL FOR PARKINSON’S Seymour Center Just drop by to try it out and contact the front desk to register. Tuesdays (351022) 4:30 – 6:45 pm Seymour Center Wednesdays (351022) 7:30 – 9 pm Wednesdays 2:10 – 3:50 pm Saturdays (351022) 9 – 11:45 am PICKLE BALL PLAY BASKETBALL – SHOOT AROUND Chapel Hill Community Center offers Pickle Ball!! If you have Community Center any questions or want to know more about this activity, contact Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 – 10:30 am Robb English at 919- 968-2734. Northside Gym Community Center Gym Mondays 9 – 10 am Mon, Wed, Fri 10 am – 2 pm Seymour Center Saturdays 11:30 am - 4 pm Wed & Fri (351016) 8 – 9:30 am Sundays 6:45 – 9:45 pm Thursdays (357022) 5:30 – 7 pm Hargraves Community Center Thursdays 9:30 am – 12:30 pm BILLIARDS Bring a friend and enjoy shooting a round of pool - every day SHUFFLEBOARD and almost any time. Whether it is for practice or fun, shuffleboard is a great way Passmore Center to exercise. Come to learn, or to show someone how to play Seymour Center the game. Feel free to bring a lunch and socialize afterwards. Northside Gym BOCCE BALL Wednesdays 10 am – 12 noon Equipment available – ask at the front desk. Weather permitting. TABLE TENNIS Seymour Center You may bring your own paddles and balls, or use the Mondays (351020) 10 am equipment available at the Center. All skill levels are welcome. Wednesdays (351020) 10 am & 1:30 pm Contact: Priya Kannan, 919-360-6118, [email protected] or Alan Tom, 919-933-8972, or [email protected] Seymour Center BOCCE BALL WITH DINO & MICHELLE Tue & Thu (351008) 1 – 4 pm Drop in for a few lessons and games with bocce gurus, Dino 1st Fri (351008-06) 1:30 – 4:30 pm and Michelle DiFranco. Saturdays (351018) 12 noon – 3:30 pm Activity will include review of rules and games. Group will meet every Thu. Class Min: 6/Max: 12. TABLE TENNIS AT PASSMORE CENTER Seymour Center All levels are welcome to join during this open play. You may Thursdays (344065) 9 – 11 am bring your own paddles and balls, or use the equipment available at the Center. CORNHOLE Passmore Center This activity can also be known as bean bag toss, corn toss, Fridays* (251008-01) 8 – 11 am baggo or bags, is a lawn game in which players take turns throwing “corn kernel” bags at a raised platform with a hole in WALKING – INDOORS the far end. Bring a friend and let’s toss some bags. Walk in the Central Recreation Center Gym at 300 W Tryon St, Seymour Center Hillsborough Tuesdays (351006) 10 am Fee: $25 annually Central Recreation Center Gym HULA HOOPING Mon – Fri 8 – 10 am This is a time for people who like to hula hoop to have space to do some moving with music. There is no set instruction. WALKING – INDOORS Bring your own hula hoop if you have one. There a couple to Walk in the Passmore Center with friends. try at the center. Fee: FREE

ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES & LESSONS DANCE, MUSIC & THEATER & MUSIC DANCE, LESSONS & ACTIVITIES ATHLETIC Passmore Center Passmore Center Tuesdays (251024-01) 8:30 – 9:30 am Tuesdays (25000-01 2:30 pm June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 47

WALKING - INDOORS Walk in the Northside Gym/Hargraves Center at 216 N Roberson St, Chapel Hill Fee: FREE DANCE, MUSIC & THEATER Hargraves Center Wed & Fri 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Classes must be registered for in advance (Classes may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached.) by calling WII GAMES: STAY ACTIVE AND FIT the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070 or the Let’s get ready to rumble! Come join your friends for a morning Passmore Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015. of interactive Wii games. No experience necessary. Fun and easy to catch on, you will enjoy every minute. Activity leader DANCE will give hands on instructions and tips to make the games even more interesting. CHINESE DANCE FOR ACTIVE ADULTS Seymour Center Chinese Dance is famous for its varieties. There are 56 officially Tuesdays (351069) 1:30 – 2:30 pm recognized ethnic groups in China, and each one has its own folk dances. This class will tailor different Chinese dancing WII – OPEN PLAY Passmore Center movements to meet active adults’ needs. With relative slow Thursdays – Returning in the fall speed, people can enjoy the gracefulness of Chinese dance. Accompanied with Chinese music and songs, performers entertain themselves while dancing. For more information, LESSONS please contact Hui Di at [email protected] for the Dance. Instructor: Hui Di BADMINTON LESSONS Fee: FREE Lessons are for beginners or those who would like to brush up Seymour Center on their game. Instructor: CD Poon ([email protected]) Tuesdays (354045-08) 9 – 9:50 am Fee: FREE Thursdays (354045-09) 7:45 – 8:45 pm Seymour Center (351022) Saturdays (354045-10) 10:30 – 11:30 am Email Instructor, or call the front desk at 919-968-2070 for an appointment. CHINESE FOLK DANCING This is a fun and low-impact fusion dance class suitable for BADMINTON TEACHING COURSE women 45+ years old. This dance class will give you a chance Learn new badminton skills and/or develop better techniques to to learn Chinese folk dance in an effective and creative way. master badminton. Learn from an 15-year experienced coach. While the dances taught in this class will be primarily classical Lessons are offered on Tues. Min. 4/Max 8 and ethnic Chinese folk dances, they also combine Latin dance Coach: Jianping Cui Fee: $ 80 for 4 weeks (plus $15 payable to instructor for birdies) techniques. Popular Chinese and international songs will be Seymour Center used to accompany the dances. Mon, Jun 5 – 26, Jul 10 – 31, Aug 7 – 28 5 – 7 pm Instructor: Julie Gu For more information, contact julie.x.gu@ gmail.com or 919-397-3648. TABLE TENNIS INSTRUCTION Fee: FREE Beginners will learn proper grip, scoring, legal serve, forehand Seymour Center and backhand strokes. Intermediates will learn new serves, new Mondays (354103-01) shots and make game more reliable while learning strategies 7 - 8:45 pm (downstairs gym) and having fun. Lessons will be offered in half hour sessions, Saturdays (354103-02) and will be either one on one, or in a two person group. For 9 - 10:15 am (upstairs exercise room) more information, contact Bob Ross at 919- 210-4532. Call front desk for an appointment at 919- 968-2070. Instructor: Bob Ross FLASH MOB CLASS THEN FLASH Fees: 1 person - $12 per session Our weekend class will bring you into the Flash Mob sooner. 2 person group - $8 per session, per person Learn the routine over two Saturdays and then go with the Seymour Center (351014) group to Flash Mob at one or more local destinations. After Mondays and Wednesdays 1 – 2 pm, and 2 - 3 pm taking classes, you may join the regular group which performs year ‘round as their schedule permits. Ask about scheduling TABLE TENNIS LESSONS a performance at your business or a public setting. For more Table Tennis - a great way to sweat, exercise and smile. Learn information: 919-280-2161. Class Min: 5. the basics of the game, different serves, different strokes, learn Register by: Wed. prior to start date the rules or improve your current game. For lessons contact Priya Kannan - certified USATT Club Coach and Umpire. She Instructor: Linda Houser will give directives and additional information. You may also Fee: $20 email [email protected] or text/call 919-360 6118. Seymour Center Seymour Center (344070-01) Sat, Jun 9 & 16 (324043-15) 1 – 3 pm Practice times set with Instructor Sat, Jul 14 & 21 (324043-16) 1 – 3 pm Page 48 Senior Times June – August 2018

LINE DANCING WESTERN SQUARE DANCE CLASS This class is for both new and experienced line dancers. You Instructor, Hilbert McCombs, has close to 40 years’ experience will improve your memory and get the benefits of exercising teaching western square dance. He will be teaching basic while having fun. western square dance moves designed for beginners (10 Instructor: Becky Walker consecutive classes). The class will be slow paced and no Fee: FREE more than 6 square dance moves per class. Breaks will be Passmore Center taken at scheduled times. Mondays (Beginners class) (254006-02) 2 – 3 pm Partner Required. Min: 8/Max: 20 Mondays (254006-02) 3 – 4:30 pm Instructor: Hilbert McCombs Tuesdays (254006-01) 1 – 2:30 pm Fee: $50 per person (can pay $5 per class) Passmore Center LINE DANCING Tue, Jun 5 – Aug 7 (254045-01) 3 – 5 pm First 30 min of the class is for beginners, and all levels are Seymour Center together from 10 – 11 am. Tue, Jun 5 - Aug 7 (354106-03) 7 – 9 pm Instructor: Esther Booker Fee: FREE MUSIC Passmore Center Thursdays (254006-03) 9:30 – 11 am DULCIMER MUSIC: ENJOYING THE ART AND LEARNING TO PLAY TAP DANCING The Carolina Mountain Dulcimer Players Club welcomes all Did you tap dance as a child? Even if you’ve never danced, have strings and beginners to join them. If you think you might like you always had a desire to learn? Now is your chance to learn to learn to play, we will set aside a half-hour beginning at 6:30 the fine art of tap dancing for free. pm and provide a loaner so that you can acquaint yourself with Instructor: Bruce Gillooly has been dancing for 50 years. the dulcimer. For more information, call or email Shirley Ray at Fee: FREE 919-929-5359, [email protected] or Cornelia Johnson at 919-606-1395, [email protected] Passmore Center Leaders: Shirley Ray & Cornelia Johnson Tuesdays - Beginners 254007-01) 9 – 10 am Seymour Center Tuesdays - Intermediate (254007-02) 10 – 11 am 3rd Thu, Jun 21; Jul 19; Aug 16 (357166) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

TAP DANCING HONG YAN CHINESE CHOIR 鸿雁华人合唱团 Learn to tap dance with an experienced and friendly teacher. Singing is one of the most wonderful and beautiful things in You will learn basic and historical steps, as well as how to tap the world! Our Chinese older adults meet regularly on Mon and to all kinds of music. Tap dancing is a great way to have fun Fri to enjoy popular songs. You are welcome to sit in and sing while exercising without stressing your body. along! Come to share their joy and happiness! Language is not Instructor: Katie Moorehead a barrier. Fee: FREE Fee: $52 for the first four lessons Seymour Center Seymour Center Mondays and Fridays (354051-01 12:45 – 1:30 pm Thu, Jun 7 - Mar 28 (354032-18) Beginners 11 am – 12 noon KARAOKE SING-A-LONG Thu, Jul 5 – Apr 26 (354032-19) Join David and friends for a variety of songs and fun. Beginners 11 am – 12 noon Fee: FREE Thu, Aug 2 – May 23 (354032-20) Passmore Center Beginners 11 am – 12 noon Wednesdays (257003-01) 10 am – 12 noon

WALTZ PLUS OPERA AT SEYMOUR The Chapel Hill Opera Group presents an opera for your 1st Thursdays come dance to beautiful live music by the group, listening - viewing pleasure on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Scandimonium. Details about the schedule and upcoming showings are On 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Thursdays, we will have a available at www.meetup.com/Chapel-Hill-Opera/ . Come and mixture of couple dances to recorded music (i.e., waltz, join other opera lovers for a wonderful afternoon of dramatic swing, Scandinavian, Tango, and Swiefacher), with and romantic drama with spectacular music and visual effects. demonstration/teaching on request. Occasionally there will be an evening devoted to teaching a specific dance. No partner La Bohéme in April. We’ll watch the first and shortest of necessary. To receive weekly updates, please send your email Wagner’s Ring cycle – Das Rheingold, a glorious retelling of the address to [email protected]. power of the Rhinegold and how the Nibelung dwarf, Alberich, manages to steal the gold from the three Rhinemaidens who For questions, call Katherine Polk at 919-967-4967. guard it. Fee: FREE Seymour Center In June, we’ll turn to lighter fare with Lehar’s operetta, Merry

DANCE, MUSIC & THEATER MOVIES & THEATER MUSIC DANCE, Thu, Jun 7- 28; Jul 5 - 26; Aug 2 - 30 Widow. We will not show an opera in July but will return with (353006- 03) 7– 8:30 pm Mozart’s delightful Cosi fan Tutte in August. June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 49

This opera might have been titled “School for Wives” as the husbands seek to control their women – a daunting prospect! Così Fan Tutte is usually translated as “Women are like that” MOVIES although Italian literalists would say, “Thus do all!” NEW! CHINESE CINEMA AT SEYMOUR希摩中心中文影院 Opera Coordinator: Evelyn Daniel, [email protected] Enjoy popcorn and a movie at the Seymour Center Theater! Suggested Contribution: $3 per family One movie will be a Chinese film, and one will be an American Seymour Center film with subtitles in Mandarin. Min: 5/Max: 80 Sat., Apr 21 La Bohéme by Giacomo Puccini 一起来希摩中心吃爆米花看免费电影吧！我们会播放一部中国 1 - 5 pm 电影，一部带中文字幕的美国电影。观影请报名，报名截至放映 Sat., May 19 Das Rheingold by Richard Wagner 前一周，活动编号为(353042-01, 02)。具 体 放 映 安 排 ： 1 - 5 pm 6月11日（ 周 一 ），上 午 9-10:50，功夫动作片《霍元甲》（ 2006） Sat., Jun 16 The Merry Widow by Franz Lehar 7月09日（ 周 一 ），上 午 9-10:50，温情动画片《班吉》（ 2018） 1 - 5 pm Register by: 1 week before each movie Fee: FREE NO OPERA IN JULY Seymour Center Sat., Aug 18 Così Fan Tutte by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Mon, Jun 11 Fearless (2006) 1 – 5 pm Mon, Jul 9 Benji (2018) (353042-01, 02) 9 – 10:50 am PASSMORE SINGING GROUP If you enjoy singing and socializing, then you may like this CINEMA NIGHT AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER group. Choose the songs you would like to sing and enjoy the Co-sponsored with the Program Advisory Committee, come company of other people. For more information contact Nancy out on the 2nd Wed evenings of the month and enjoy a Parcel at 919-810-1970. recently released movie. Concessions will be available for Leader: Nancy Parcel purchase from 5:30 - 6 pm. FREE movies will begin promptly Fee: FREE at 6 pm. If you have movie suggestions, speak with a Program Passmore Center Advisory Committee member for future viewings. Tuesdays (251023-01) 1 – 2 pm Wonder – Wed, Jun, 13 A young boy with a facial deformity begins the fifth grade SONG SWAP in a mainstream school with the help and support of his Bring your favorite songs and/or your acoustic instruments, mother and father. The challenges he faces helps others and let’s make some music! Folk, blues, old time, bluegrass, learn to not judge a book by its cover. Special note: You or original songs - whatever suits your mood or your style, all are welcome to bring the little grands, teens or adult are welcome. children to see this heartfelt film. Leader: Ralph Besser Fee: FREE Same Kind of Different as Me – Wed, Jul 11 Seymour Center In this inspirational, fact-based drama, a philandering 1st Tue, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 (353017) 7 – 8:30 pm husband volunteers at a homeless shelter in order to prove to his wife that he deserves a second chance. THEATRE Later, she asks him to befriend a vagrant man whom she believes has a special destiny to fulfill. BEHIND THE SCENES WITH PRIME TIME PLAYERS Come learn about the behind-the-scenes aspects of a Prime The Greatest Showman– Wed, Aug 8 Step right up… and into the spellbinding imagination of Time Players production. You will have a chance to actually a man who set out to reveal that life itself can be the run the audio system, lights and design your own set and most thrilling show of all! Inspired by the legend and costumes. When you complete this course you should know ambitions of America’s original pop-culture impresario, enough to help in future productions here or with other theater PT Barnum, comes an inspirational rags-to-riches tale groups. Each 2-hour session will meet at Seymour Center in the of a brash dreamer who rose from nothing to prove that theater. Let’s get your creative juices working! Min: 3/Max: 20 anything you can envision is possible and that everyone, Register by: Mon, Jun 4 no matter how invisible, has a stupendous story worthy Instructor: Art Jolin of a world-class spectacle!!! Fee: FREE Fee: FREE (movie) (Concessions will be available for Seymour Center purchase) Mon, Jun 11 & Tue, Jun 12 (333058-01) 10 am – 12 noon Seymour Center Wed, Jun 14; Jul 11; Aug 8 (313073-04, 05, 06) 6 – 8 pm Page 50 Senior Times June – August 2018

TUESDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES AT THE SEYMOUR NEW! INSPIRATIONAL FILMS AND ISSUES OF FAITH CENTER A QUESTION OF FAITH The movies, with popcorn, start at 1 pm on Tuesdays. Come Three families at a crossroads, question their faith and God. earlier if you’d like to have lunch with us. Lunch tickets are Will they give in to the loss that shattered their lives, or will they distributed on a first come first served basis beginning at find the tie that binds them all together? Join our weekly Issues of Faith group for this special film which demonstrates the 11 am. Movie descriptions are available at the Center. These power of faith, forgiveness, endurance and love. After the film, movies are provided through a partnership with the Chapel Hill there will be time to discuss the film’s lessons and takeaways. Public Library. Movies are subject to change. Min: 10/Max: 40 Jun 5 The Big Sick (2017) Register by: Wed, Aug 22 Jun 12 Sunset Boulevard (1950) Facilitator: Allen Ingram, M.Div., M.P. Adm., Faith Outreach Jun 19 Loving (2016) Coordinator Jun 26 Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2012) Fee: FREE Jul 3 No movie due to special performance Seymour Center Jul 10 Young @ Heart (2008) Wed, Aug 29 (333111-01) 9:30 – 11:30 am Jul 17 The Darkest Hour (2017) Jul 24 North by Northwest (1959) MOVIES AND MORE FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART The Passmore Center is offering this special summer showing Jul 31 La La Land (2016) again for those with grandchildren and those who just want to Aug 7 Wonder (2017) enjoy the movie. Join us for movies that both the young and Aug 14 The Post (2018) young at heart will enjoy – as well as popcorn. Registration Aug 21 Desk Set (1957) required at least one week in advance. Aug 28 Murder on the Orient Express (2017) Passmore Center 1:30 pm FREE popcorn will be available. Fee: FREE Thu, Jun 28 CoCo (233023-06) Seymour Center Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family’s ancestral Tuesdays (353104-04) 1 pm ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great- great-grandfather, a legendary singer. Animated. DVDs: We are collecting DVDs at both the Passmore Center Thu, Jul 26 Paddington 2 (233023-07) and the Seymour Center. Please bring in one or two of your Paddington picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect favorite DVDs to show as part of our Tuesday Cinema series present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, only for the gift and Friday Flicks. We will choose our movie selections for the to be stolen. Starring Ben Whishaw, Hugh Grant, and Hugh upcoming year based on your favorites. Please let us know if Bonneville. you are willing to donate them to our DVD library, or if you would prefer to loan them to us for a few months. MOVIES WITH THE GRANDS! So you have the kids for the summer and you would like to FLICKS AT PASSMORE CENTER come to the Center to show them off to your friends. You can Join us for our movie series showing currently released movies. do that! Bring them with you and enjoy a wholesome family Popcorn will be provided by the center. Come earlier and join feature. It will be fun for you and your grandchild to enjoy a us for lunch prior to the film. Lunch tickets are distributed on movie together. Popcorn will be provided (be sure to register and plan to watch movie with the grands). a first come first served basis beginning at 11 am. Contact the Fee: FREE front desk at 919-245-2015 for selection and to register. Seymour Center 10 am – 12 noon Register by: 1 week prior to each movie Fee: FREE Fri Jun 29 Leap! (321123-01) Passmore Center 1:15 pm In this charming animated tale set in 19th-century France, an orphan named Félicie dreams of becoming a ballerina. She Thu, Jul 12 The Greatest Showman (253015-07) and her best friend Victor soon run away to Paris, where she This is a bold and original musical that celebrates the birth of enrolls in a dance school and competes to be a prima ballerina. show business and the sense of wonder we feel when dreams come to life. Inspired by the ambition and imagination of PT Fri Jul 20 Ferdinand (321123-02) The tale of Ferdinand, a giant bull who prefers flowers to Barnum. Starring Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron. fighting, has captured the hearts of millions since it was first told in the 1936 book The Story of Ferdinand by author Munro Thu, Aug 23 Jumanji (253015-08) Leaf and illustrator Robert Lawson. A warm and charming take Four teenagers are sucked into a magical video game, and on how appearances can be deceptive (or, why you should the only way they can escape is to work together to finish the never judge a bull by its cover...) the book’s message of love

MOVIES INTEREST GROUPS INTEREST MOVIES GROUPS game. Starring Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan, and Kevin Hart. and acceptance has resonated for decades. June – August 2018 Senior Times Page 51

NC CHINESE OPERA SOCIETY NC Chinese Opera Society, formerly known as Triangle Area INTEREST GROUPS Peking Opera Association, is one component of the Traditional CHESS MEET-UP GROUP Chinese Music Foundation, a nonprofit organization. The Society If you enjoy playing chess and would like to get a group started is a group of people who are interested in, and have a passion for, at the Seymour Center, please contact Keith Conners, 919-225- Chinese opera. We have professional instructor and musicians. 1055, for more information. We invite professional instructors and Chinese opera experts to Fee: FREE give lectures. All interested are welcome to join. Seymour Center More information/Ccontact: Dongmei (Lydia) Cui at 919-599- GARDEN CLUB – PASSMORE CENTER 7406 or Rui Qi at If you are interested in being part of the garden club please 919-740-0271. email Patty Meehan at [email protected]. Everyone Fee: FREE is welcome. Seymour Center Fee: FREE 1st Mondays (313056-08) 7 – 9 pm Passmore Center 4th Saturdays (313056-06) 1 – 5 pm GARDEN CLUB – SEYMOUR CENTER Meet volunteers who love to garden. We range from Master SUDOKU Gardeners to amateurs; all enjoy designing, digging, planting, Keep your brain sharp with this game that is sure to offer a watering, weeding, harvesting, and otherwise tending the challenge. If you have never tried Sudoku, or would like to flowers, ferns, woody plants, and vegetables around the learn tips to advance from the basic puzzle to the “evil” one, Seymour Center. There are raised beds that are wheel chair come join us. Sudoku game sheets provided. You are also accessible. Meetings are the first Mondays of each month at 1:30 pm. Workdays are Thursdays 9:30 to 11 am or at your welcome to bring some to share. convenience. Coach: Beverly Sanders Contact person: Priscilla Boomer, email: parboomer@gmail. Fee: FREE com. Seymour Center Seymour Center Thursdays (357037) 10:30 am – 12 noon Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 (357002-10) 1:30 pm Thursdays (357002-03) 9:30 – 11 am TAR HEEL DEPRESSION GLASS CLUB INSPIRATIONAL TOPICS FOR PRACTICAL LIVING The Tar Heel Depression Glass Club shares common Join us for this discussion series to uplift and encourage you interests in collecting and preserving the glassware of the throughout the week. If you have questions about the topics American Depression era. At times, the program will be about or materials, call 919-245-2015. something related to the interest of a club member, including Leader: Walter Faribault other antiques. Activities enjoyed by members are monthly Fee: FREE Passmore Center meetings, social outings and trips to glass manufacturing Tuesdays (254000-01) 10 – 11 am areas of the country (WV, OH, and PA). For additional information contact the center or [email protected] ISSUES OF FAITH Fee: FREE This time is for those who enjoy gathering together for Passmore Center scriptures, songs and uplifting words of encouragement. Join Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 (237001-01) 6 – 8 pm Annie Cotton as she leads these inspirational discussions. Leader: Annie Cotton and Nancy Rogers Fee: FREE WRITERS GROUP Seymour Center This group is open to writers of Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Wednesdays (357010) 10:30 – 11:30 am Poetry. All are welcome to present their writings for evaluation and helpful hints from the other members. Our group has MANDARIN MAH JONG: LEARN TO PLAY LIKE A PRO! existed for over 20 years and had many publications during An ancient Chinese game which is challenging and fun, and good for memory exercise, too. Similarities to both Poker and that time! We seek dedicated writers wanting to share their rummy, the goal is to reach the highest combination of tiles writing abilities to enlarge our group. Contact: Thalia Becak which are called sets. Players will learn what sets are and how at 919-928-9879 or Carol Buckles at 919-240-4123 if you are to best arrange them. Once the tiles can be identified and other interested in joining, or have questions. game directions are learned, you will feel like a pro when all is Fee: FREE said and done. Seymour Center Fee: FREE Seymour Center 1st & 3rd Tue, Jun 5, 18; Jul 3, 17; Aug 7, 21 Thursdays (324024) 10 am – 12 noon (357003-01) 2 – 4 pm Page 52 Senior Times June – August 2018

NC CENTRAL UNIVERSITY ALLUMNI ASSOCIATION All NCCU Alumni are invited to join. Keep informed about ORGANIZATIONS & CLUB ongoing community projects, scholarships for students, and MEETINGS other updates for Alumni. Contact: Dorothy Bumphus at 919-943-9300 Fee: FREE CHADER: CHAPEL HILL AND DURHAM ELDERCARE Passmore Center RESOURCES GROUP Mon, Jun 18; Jul 16; Aug 20 (258005-01) 5 pm Organization meets every other month and represents various agencies serving older adults. Meetings have a guest speaker and time for networking. People in the community are invited RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES (NARFE) ASSOCIATION to attend. Contact: www.chadernc.org All active and retired federal employees and their spouses are Fee: FREE invited to a discussion of issues regarding their welfare. For Seymour Center more info contact: Walter Mack, President, at Thu, Jun 21: Aug 16 (357050) 8:30 – 10 am 919- 797-2246 Fee: FREE CHAPEL HILL CAMERA CLUB Seymour Center (358006) Contact: Scott Van Manen, President, at 919-904-3308 Fri, Jun 22 10 am Fee: FREE Seymour Center Jul & Aug – No Meeting Tue, Jun 12, 19, 26; Jul 10, 17, 24; Aug 14, 21, 28 (358002) 6:30 – 9 pm SPANISH SOCIAL CLUB A time to socialize with other seniors in Spanish, exercise, and CHAPEL HILL CAMERA CLUB - DIGITAL IMAGING learn something new. A typical gathering might involve an GROUP engaging discussion around a health related issue, exercise, a Contact: Scott Van Manen, President, at 919-904-3308 time to socialize and relax, and even an opportunity to learn a Fee: FREE new skill (such as how to navigate social media, the computer, Seymour Center or English conversation). If you have any questions, require Tue, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 (358000) 6:30 – 9 pm transportation, or childcare to attend, please call 919-245-4279 CHARLIE’S SOCIAL GROUP Come and join Charlie Tsui’s social club! Charlie has a lot of Acompáñenos los jueves de 9-11:30 am para una variedad stories to share! You will meet new friends, practice English and de actividades ofrecidas en español. El Club Social le ofrece Chinese and of course, you will have a lot of fun! la oportunidad de socializar con adultos mayores, de hacer Leader: Charlie Tsui ejercicio y de aprender algo nuevo. Un día típico incluye una Fee: FREE discusión sobre un tema de la salud, media hora de ejercicio, Seymour Center y tiempo para socializar, relajarse y aprender algo nuevo. Tuesdays (354050) 10 – 11 am Podemos tratar de ofrecerle, si lo solicita, transporte y cuidado GOLDEN AGE HAPPY CIRCLE CLUB de niños. Para mayor información en español puede contactar Contact: Pearl Cole at 919- 929-8585 919-245-4279. Fee: FREE Fee: FREE Seymour Center Seymour Center (357151-01) Tue, Jun 12; Jul 10; Aug 14 (358004) 10:30 am Thursdays 9 – 11:45 am Fridays 12 noon – 2 pm JOLLY 79ERS Contact: Geraldine Fennell at 919-732-1503 STATE EMPLOYEE OF NC ASSOCIATION Fee: FREE State Employees are invited to join. Keep informed about State Passmore Center Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 (258001-01) 10 am benefits and other changes that may take place. Contact: Phyllis C. Fearrington at 919-929-2284 MANDARIN CONCERSATIONAL CLUB Fee: FREE Come to learn the basics of Mandarin and Chinese culture Passmore Center in a fun class setting. No prior knowledge is needed – just a Tue, Jun 26; Jul 24; Aug 28 (257010-01) 9 – 11 am willingness to grasp the language so that you can communicate with your fellow Mandarin-speaking participants. Class TRIANGLE WEAVERS ORGANIZATION materials and instructions will be provided. Newcomers are always welcome. Instructor: Mr Wong Fee: FREE Fee: FREE Seymour Center Seymour Center Thu, Jun 28; Jul 26; Aug 23 (357604) 6:45 – 8:45 pm

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Tue, Jun 19 (236000-01) Hamrick’s and Four Season’s Mall – Greensboro SEYMOUR TECH We will begin our shopping trip at Four Season’s Mall and Technology classes will resume in the fall. Watch for new enjoy lunch in the food court. After lunch we will head to classes in the Fall issue of the Senior Times. Hamrick’s for the afternoon. Fee: $15 (lunch not included) Passmore Center 8:30 am – 5 pm Seymour Center 9 am – 4:30 pm SENIORS ON THE ROAD Tue, Jun 26 (236001-01) NC Museum of Art - Raleigh LOCAL DAY TRIPS Enjoy an afternoon exploring the permanent art collection Meals on the trips will be on your at the NC Museum of Art. In addition to art work inside the own, unless otherwise stated. museum, there is also the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Trip Registration - Please Read Carefully Park to explore outside. This trip will not include a lunch stop Registration for the trips will be taken on, or after, Fri, May, so be sure to eat before the trip or bring a lunch to eat out in 25. To register, call the Passmore Center at 919-245-2015. the park. Fee: $15 (lunch not included) You may register yourself, and ONE other person, with Passmore Center 11:30 am – 5 pm addresses and phone numbers. Payment must be received Seymour Center 12 noon – 4:30 pm within one week, or you will forfeit your spot and be moved to the waiting list. Please make checks payable to: Orange Fri, Jul 13 (236002-01) County Dept on Aging and mail to: Passmore Center, PO Box IMAX Theatre at Marbles - Raleigh 8181, Hillsborough, NC 27278, or to the Seymour Center, 2551 The Marbles IMAX Theatre has a 3-D capable giant screen Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. Please inquire regarding for an impressive movie experience. Enjoy a double feature of accessibility for assistive walking devices. Remember, trips fill Dream Big: Engineering Our World and Pandas: Wild at Heart. quickly! Transportation refunds will be made only if you call We will have a late lunch at Crabtree Valley Mall. Theatre has a the center and cancel your reservation three (3) working days 3D capable giant screen for an impressive movie experience. before the trip. If the minimum number of people doesn’t Fee: $28 (lunch not included) register for a trip by one week prior to the trip’s departure, it Passmore Center 9:15 am – 5 pm will be cancelled and refunds will be issued for the full amount. Seymour Center 9:45 am – 4:30 pm

Thu, Jul 26 (236008-01) Please arrive 15 minutes before the bus is scheduled to Mystery Trip to Burlington depart so it can be loaded and ready to leave on schedule. What’s fun to do in Burlington? Find out when you step on board the bus! Trips leave from thePassmore Center, 103 Meadowland Dr, Bring money for lunch. Hillsborough, and from the Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Fee: $3 for transportation Rd, Chapel Hill. Return trip times are approximate. Passmore Center 10 am – 3 pm Seymour Center 10:30 am – 3:30 pm Wed, May 30 (226006-01) This trip is designed to fit the schedule of people who get to Durham Bulls Game the senior centers by bus. Everyone is welcome to register. We are off to root for the Durham Bulls as they play against the Norfolk Tides. You will have a great view between third Tue, Aug 7 (236003-01) base and home plate! Plan to eat lunch at the park. Seats are The Addams Family Musical – Barn Dinner Theatre – Greensboro under cover, but be sure to check the weather. Game begins All the humor of America’s darkest family is coming to the at 1:05 pm. Barn Dinner Theatre. The ultimate princess of darkness has Fee: $15 (ticket and transportation) fallen in love….with a “normal” boy! Join Gomes, Morticia, Passmore Center 11 am – 5 pm Fester, and the whole Addams Family crew as they raise your Seymour Center 11:30 am – 4:30 pm spirits, steal your heart, and leave you in stitches! *snap snap* Fee: $55 Passmore Center 11:30 am – 6 pm Seymour Center 12 noon – 5:30 pm Page 54 Senior Times June – August 2018

Fri, Aug 24 (236004-01) SATURDAY GETAWAYS Kenneth Paul Block Exhibit at the Captain White House, If you have any travel ideas, contact Meghan Davis 919-245- Graham and Tanger Outlets, Mebane We will start the day with a tour of the exhibit at the Captain 2026, as well as to register, or for more information – including White House of illustrations by Kenneth Paul Block, who is deposits and final payment dates, payment arrangements, known as the most influential fashion illustrator in the 20th cancellations, travel insurance, travel agents’ policies, or Century. After the exhibit, we will have lunch at your choice other questions. To receive a refund on Extended Trips, of Smithfield’s BBQ or Moe’s before heading on to the Tanger cancellations must be made 21 days before the balance is Outlets in Mebane for an afternoon of shopping. due. If a cancellation is made after the balance due date, full Fee: $15 (lunch not included) or partial refunds will be offered only if someone can be found Passmore Center 9 am – 4 pm to replace you. Payment arrangements will be considered for Seymour Center 9:30 am – 3:30 pm trips of $500 or more. To receive a refund on the Saturday Getaways, cancellations must be made 7 days before the trip leaves. PUBLIC BUS LOCAL DAY TRIPS Sat, Jul 21 (336018-01) A DAY AT THE BILTMORE ESTATE Thu, July 12 (236005-01) Public Bus Trip to RDU International Airport Asheville is known for its hidden gems of beauty, artistry, Ever wonder if you can get to the airport by bus? Sign up for and uniqueness. From the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge this trip and see how it’s done. Parkways to small art studios of some of the most talented If time is not an issue, this is the least expensive way to get artists you’ll see 8,000 acres of history - including America’s there. A member of the Guest Services staff will give us a largest home. Let’s go on an adventure to the mountains. tour, answer questions and show us the intriguing art work We will begin our trip with a delicious lunch at the Deerpark throughout the airport. Lunch will be available for purchase, Restaurant at the Biltmore Estate. We will then make our way or you can bring your own. to the Biltmore Winery for a wine tasting to top off our lunch. Cost: Bus fare: $2 round trip 65 yrs + (bring photo id with After the wine tasting explore, the shops at Antler Village & birthday on it)/ $4.50 if under 65 yrs. (Bring exact amount). Winery before we tour the Biltmore house. Enjoy your audio This trip involves walking. guided tour while following the marked path at your own Passmore Center 8:15 am – 3:30 pm pace. Be sure to take in all the beauty of the architecture, Seymour Center 8:45 am – 3 pm art, and other works the Biltmore has to offer. Keep an eye out for Chihuly, a new exhibition from multi – media artist Dale Chihuly, which features monumental glass sculptures Fri, Aug 17 (236006-01) that will be displayed at the house, gardens, and the grounds. Public Bus Trip to the Streets of Southpoint, Durham After, you make your way through the house don’t forget to Learn how to get to Southpoint by public bus. No parking walk through some of the gardens to see beautiful flowers problems! The mall has a lot to offer if you are shopping for and more of Chihuly’s glass sculptures. We will make our clothing, books, electronics, or shoes. We will have several final stop on the estate at the Gate shop for those who would hours for shopping, eating and just hanging out. The bus like to purchase souvenirs. We will stop for a quick dinner stop is near the movie theater so there is a walk to the mall on our way home. Transportation, admissions, lunch, wine entrance. tasting, and tour are included in the price. Gratuity for driver Fee: round trip bus ticket - $2 (65 yrs. +) or is not included (recommended: $2 - $3 per person). This is a $4.50 (under 65 yrs.) – exact change required. moderate to high walking tour; 1st and 2nd story of Biltmore Passmore Center 10 am – 5 pm house is accessible; other stories of house are only accessible Seymour Center 10:30 – 4:30 pm by stairs. Please arrive 15 minutes before the bus is scheduled to depart so that it can be loaded and be on schedule. Min: 25/ Max: 30 Register by: Tue, Jun 19 Fee: $140 (Transportation, Admissions, Lunch, Wine Tasting, Snacks) (See refund policy) Passmore Center 6:30 am – 10 pm Seymour Center 7 am – 10:30 pm

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Sat, Aug 25 (336019-01) Oct 4 - 6 DUPLIN WINERY TOUR Savannah, GA - A Taste of Savannah As we are approaching the last month of summer we must Presentation will be held at the Passmore Center on Thu, treat ourselves to a lovely afternoon. Our destination is Jun 7 at 2 pm. thriving with rustic, southern charm and is known as the Travel in a deluxe motor coach to the historic city of Duplin Winery in Rose Hill, NC. We will begin with a delicious Savannah GA. Your tour includes some of Savannah’s best group lunch at the Bistro followed by a guided tour of the and most unique foods as well as an evening performance winery. You will see first-hand the largest production facility in the Savannah Historic Theater. Tour director, two night’s on the east coast and the process to produce award-winning accommodations, luggage handling, 2 continental breakfasts, wine. After the tour we will get to sample up to 10 wines on the 2 lunches, and 1 dinner are included in the price. Deposit of tasting sheet while enjoying gourmet crackers and dip. The $100 is required when you register. Minimum number required best part is you get to keep your Duplin wine glass and have a for the trip to take place. This trip is sponsored by the Friends of the Jerry M Passmore Center. Checks should be made serving of wine afterwards from the tasting sheet. Tour, wine payable to: Action Travel, 121-A West Clay St, Mebane, NC tasting, and lunch are included. Gratuity for driver not included 27302. Contact Anita Wilson, 919-536-8747, for additional (recommended: $2 - $3 per person) Min: 25/ Max: 25 information. Register by: Mon, Jul 23 Fee: $70 (Transportation, Tour, Wine Tasting, Lunch, Snack) Passmore Center 8:30 am – 4:15 pm Day 1 Seymour Center 8:45 am – 4 pm DEPART FROM PASSMORE AND TRAVEL TO SAVANNAH Depart from the Passmore Center and travel to Savannah. MORE TRIPS Dinner is included this evening. Day 2 Mar 16 - 28, 2019 SAVANNAH TROLLEY TOUR • LUNCH - THE LADY& SOUTHERN CARIBEEAN CRUISE FROM BALTIMORE, MD SONS • CANDY KITCHEN • BYRD COOKIE COMPANY • 12-Night Round-Trip to Baltimore and Cruise as Low as $1,245 HISTORIC SAVANNAH THEATRE per person Cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas We’ll take an informative trolley tour of Savannah, seeing the escorted by Jerry Passmore, trip coordinator, and other major attractions such as the Juliette Gordon Lowe House, Friends’ members. You will be transported by motor coach the Cathedral of St John the Baptist, the Cotton Exchange and to Baltimore, then sail to beautiful St Croix, US Virgin Islands; the historic Riverfront. Lunch will be served in an atmosphere St John, Antigua; Castries, St Lucia; Basseterre, St Kitts and of true Southern hospitality at Paula Deen’s The Lady & Sons, Philipsburg, St Maarten. a favorite in Savannah. Later we’ll stop at the Savannah Candy The trip cost includes round-trip charter bus service to Kitchen, for over 30 years the place to experience and taste Baltimore, baggage handling, and the cruise. (Gratuities and down home southern sweetness. We’re not finished with the shore excursions are not included.) The double-occupancy sweets yet as we visit the Byrd Cookie Company, a Savannah room cost is: Inside Cabin: $1,245 per person, Ocean view: tradition since 1924. A wonderful evening of fabulous entertainment is awaiting us at the Historic Savannah Theater. $1,395 per person, Balcony: $2,245 per person. Lunch is included. The bus leaves the Passmore Center on Sat, Mar 16, 2019 Day 3 at 6 am, and the Seymour Center at 6:30 am. The return trip SAINT HELENA ISLAND • GULLAH TOUR & LUNCH • is Thu, Mar 28, 2019 from Baltimore at 10:30 am arriving HOME home around 6:30 pm. A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED. Our final day includes a tour of Saint Helena Island highlighting Sponsored by the Friends of the Jerry M. Passmore Center a the Gullah culture, made up of Africans, Europeans and Native pre-trip party will be scheduled in Jan, 2019. Americans. Saint Helena is considered the center of this “Gullah culture” and language. We enjoy a Gullah-style lunch To hold your room at these prices requires a $450 non- before traveling home. Lunch is included. refundable initial deposit per person. The Second Deposit Register by: Deposit holds your spot and final payment due ($450) is due Sep 1, 2018 and your final payment is due Dec on Aug 21 1, 2018. Fee: $649 Passmore Center 9 am Completion of a Registration Form is required, with a check Seymour Center (if 8 or more register) 9:30 am deposit made payable to: The Friends of The Jerry M. Passmore Center, PO Box 8181, Hillsborough, NC 27278. For questions or to pay by credit card at a 3% charge, call (919- CARRBORO RECREATION 245-2015) and ask for the Friends’ Treasurer or call the Trip AND PARKS Coordinator at (919-423-1555). For more programs and classes, please visit www.carrbororec.org or 919-918-7364. PASSMORE CENTER Giving Back – Find A 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • 919-245-2015 Place To Volunteer Mailing Address: PO Box 8181, Orange County Department on Aging / Hillsborough, NC 27278 Volunteer Connect 55+ (VC55+) is de- Mon — Thu, 8 am – 8 pm signed to enrich the lives of people 55+ Fridays, 8 am – 5 pm in Orange County by connecting them Saturdays, 9 am – 11 am to meaningful volunteer experiences in the community. Learn about volunteer Managed by Orange County Department programs being launched by the Dept. on Aging with support from Friends of the on Aging to address the needs of older Passmore Center adults in Orange County. www.orangecountync.gov/aging/ Deborah Lemmerman, Front Desk Dawn Smith, Facility Manager, volunteerconnect55.asp Manager, 919-245-2015 919-245-2021 Yvette Missri, Manager Kathy Porter, Year-round VITA Terry Colville, Center Operations Manager, 919-245-2016 Coordinator Email: [email protected] Shenae McPherson, Volunteer Meghan Davis, Program Asst. Manager, 919-245-2026 TO REGISTER Coordinator Email: [email protected] FOR CLASSES Fran Dionne, Data Manager Isabel Jackson, Food Services Coordinator, 919-245-4256 AT THE Call 919-245-4241 or email: Email: [email protected] PASSMORE [email protected] Latonya Brown, Wellness Coordinator, 919-245-4270 CENTER, With local support from the Towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill. Email: [email protected] CALL: Myra Austin, Senior Centers Administrator, 919-245-2020 919-245-2015. Email: [email protected] Janice Tyler, Director, Department on Aging, 919-245-4255 Are You Experiencing Email: [email protected] an Aging Transition? Orange County Department on Aging/ SEYMOUR CENTER Aging Transitions Division is designed to provide information, consultations, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, NC assessments and services to older adults 27516 • 919-968 2070 and their families as they face changing Mon — Thu 8 am – 9 pm, health needs, relocations, and other age- Fridays 8 am – 5 pm, related issues. email: agingtransitions@ Saturdays 8:30 am – 5:30 pm orangecountync.gov

Managed by the Orange County Department Mary Fraser, DSW, Aging Transitions on Aging, with support from Chapel Hill Parks & Administrator Recreation Department, and Friends of the Keisha Andrews, MSW, Social Worker Robert and Pearl Seymour Center Lisa Berley, MSW, Transportation Specialist Jerri Gale, Front Desk Robin Bailin, Facility Alicia Pearley, Evenings Manager, 919-968-2070 Manager, 919-245-4252 & Saturdays Facility Marie Dagger, MS, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist Manager, 919-968-2070 Tierra Daniels, MSW, Social Worker Cydnee Sims, Center Operations Manager, 919-245-4250 Anshu Gupta, MBA, Data Manager Email: [email protected] Kim Lamon-Loperfido, MSW/MPH, Meghan Davis, Program Asst. Manager, 919-245-2026 Social Worker Email: [email protected] TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES Ryan Lavalley, MA, OTR/L, Isabel Jackson, Food Services Coordinator, 919-245-4256 AT THE Occupational Therapist Email: [email protected] SEYMOUR Lisa Meinert, BA, Group Respite Latonya Brown, Wellness Coordinator, 919-245-4270 CENTER, Coordinator Email: [email protected] CALL: Beverly Shuford, BS, Information and Myra Austin, Senior Centers Administrator, 919-245-2020 919-968-2070. Benefits Specialist Email: [email protected] Jenny Womack, MA, OTR/L, Janice Tyler, Director, Department on Aging, 919-245-4255 Occupational Therapist Email:[email protected]

Web site: www.orangecountync.gov/departments/aging Aging Transitions Help-Line: 919-968-2087 On-line registration is available for many of our programs at the above website. Chinese Help-Line中文热线: 919-245-4279 Program fees may be paid by using a credit card. Spanish Help-Line: 919-245-4279 Both Centers will be closed Fri, Mar 30 and Mon, May 28 for the holidays Mon - Fri 9 am – 4 pm