SPRING theupper 2018 news SSMEN A classmen uppercl NEWS AND EVENTS FOR ADULTS MAY / JUNE THE THE ART OF AGING George Burns said it best…”You can’t help getting older but you don’t have to get old.” During May, Older Americans Month, we salute and celebrate our masters of aging. Special thanks to our fabulous seniors who show us how it’s done! City of THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS 2 Beachwood Mayor Martin S. Horwitz City Council contents WHAT’S INSIDE Council President Brian Linick 4 ................................ seniors day out 7 ................................ overnight trips 10 ................................ trips Mayor Martin S. Horwitz 18 ................................ lunch bunch Council V.P. 19 ................................ supper club coUNCIL PRESIDENT James Pasch Brian Linick 20 ................................ art exhibits coUNCIL V.P. 22 ................................ silver sneakers James Pasch 23 ................................ red hattitudes city coUNCIL 24 ................................ H.E.A.L.T.H.Y. Justin Berns Justin Berns 26 ................................ movies Alec Isaacson Barbara Bellin Janovitz 27 ................................ extra forms Eric Synenberg June Taylor COMMUNITY FOR INFORMATION SERVICES DIRECTOR Alec Isaacson Karen A. Carmen CITY OF BEACHWOOD ON THE WEB 25325 Fairmount Blvd. www.beachwoodohio.com PROGRAM Beachwood, Ohio 44122 COORDINATORS Shannon Diamond PHONE Susan Gordon Merdler City Hall 216.464.1070 Esther Rutman Barbara Bellin Janovitz Community Services 216.595.3733 Beachwood Arts Council 216.595.3400 ADMINISTRATIVE Beachwood Historical Society 216.595.3400 ASSISTANT Board of Education 216.464.2600 Michelle Miller Chamber of Commerce 216.831.0003 graphic DESIGNER Public Library 216.831.6868 Colleen Ockenden Van Line 216.595.3709 Eric Synenberg Fax 216.292.1976 VAN DRIVERS FOR EMERGENCIES Judy DeFrench - Manager Shelly Drenski Police and Fire 911 Ray Maderka THESE SHOES ARE MEANT FOR WALKING! Phil Stoner Each shoe represents an increase in the amount of mobility required. The more shoes....the more walking/movement. Sandy Shapiro June Taylor City of Beachwood 3 THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS MONTH OF MAY - THE ART OF AGING Since 1963, communities across the nation have come together to celebrate May as Older Americans ALL THINGS Month—a tradition to recognize the contributions and achievements of older Americans. SENIOR EXPO Join Professional Networking Group (PNG) and the City of Beachwood for a FREE Senior Health Fair. Meet companies specializing in senior services. Gather information on: skilled nursing, home healthcare, law, audiologists, and more! HIGHLIGHTS: Blood Pressure Screenings, Reiki, Glucose Testing, Memory Screenings! MUFFINS WITH THE MAYOR WHEN: Thursday, July 19 WHERE: Beachwood Beachwood Mayor Martin S. Horwitz invites you to Community Center join him while you enjoy a muffin and coffee. Mingle, munch and meet the Mayor as we celebrate TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. May as Older Americans Month. WHERE: Beachwood Community Center DATE: Wednesday, May 9 TIME: 10:00 a.m. COST: FREE, however reservations are necessary! Call 216.595.3733 or send in the RSVP form below DEADLINE: May 1 RSVP FORM FOR MUFFINS WITH THE MAYOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 (one form per person may be copied) FREE - RESERVATIONS NECESSARY NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE #: EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE #: PLEASE BEACHWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES MAIL TO: 25325 FAIRMOUNT BOULEVARD (216 ) 595-3733 BEACHWOOD, OHIO 44122 City of THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS 4 Beachwood MAY SENIORS DAY OUT LUNCHEON LOST CLEVELAND Thursday, May 17 TOUR THROUGH CLEVELAND'S GLORIOUS PAST Cleveland was once the fifth largest city in the U.S. With an infrastructure of a big city, from streetcars to bridges, hotels and huge factories to the nightlife - Cleveland had it all. While the wrecking ball destroyed many of the buildings leaving behind only memories, Plain Dealer Arts & Entertainment Reporter Laura DeMarco, documented many of the landmarks in her book Lost Cleveland. Join us for an audio-visual tour through Cleveland’s glorious past. DATE: Thursday, May 17 WHERE: Beachwood Community Center TIME: 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening 12:00 Noon Doors Open COST: $10 Residents $12 Non-Residents $4 Program Only - 1:00 p.m. (Non-refundable) FORM FOR SDO – lost cleveland DEADLINE: May 9 or when sold out THURSDAY, may 17 (one form per person may be copied) NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE #: CELL PHONE #: EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE #: $ PAID: ACCOUNT #: MC VISA EXP. DATE: CHOICE OF: * Entrees served Grilled all beef hot dog on bun with picnic side dish, Grilled portobello mushroom with bun beverage and dessert. SEND BEACHWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES FORM TO: 25325 FAIRMOUNT BOULEVARD (216 ) 595-3733 BEACHWOOD, OHIO 44122 City of Beachwood 5 THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS JUNE SENIORS DAY OUT LUNCHEON Stan'S salute to SUMMER Thursday, June 21 Stan Miller has been playing the saxophone for 45 years and has developed his own particular brand of “Cool Jazz”. He is often found performing in upscale establishments, such as wineries, country clubs and supper clubs and now Beachwood Community Center. Enjoy his smooth voice and music talent for this easy-going afternoon. DATE: Thursday, June 21 WHERE: Beachwood Community Center TIME: 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening 12:00 Noon Doors Open COST: $10 Residents $12 Non-Residents $4 Program Only - 1:00 p.m. (Non-refundable) DEADLINE: June 13 or when sold out FORM FOR SDO – stan'S salute to SUMMER THURSDAY, JUNE 21 (one form per person may be copied) NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE #: CELL PHONE #: EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE #: $ PAID: ACCOUNT #: MC VISA EXP. DATE: CHOICE OF: Pasta primavera (cold) with medley of * Entrees served with roasted vegetables and a roll & butter beverage and dessert. Smoked turkey wrap with side of pasta salad SEND BEACHWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES FORM TO: 25325 FAIRMOUNT BOULEVARD (216 ) 595-3733 BEACHWOOD, OHIO 44122 City of THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS 6 Beachwood JULY SENIORS DAY OUT LUNCHEON ROOTS: DOES THE GREAT GATSBY Thursday, July 19 have TIES to cleveland? The Great Gatsby story is set in New York City. However, it’s literally possible The Great Gatsby was based on Cleveland-area families. The similarities between the Van Sweringens and fictional Jay Gatsby are so numerous. Christopher Whipple, local historian, has done the research. Get the historical inside scoop on Cleveland's influence in the early 1900's. Put on your pearls, flapper dress, straw hat and V-neck sweaters. Join us for a visit back in time. DATE: Thursday, July 19 WHERE: Beachwood Community Center TIME: 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening 12:00 Noon Doors Open COST: $10 Residents $12 Non-Residents FORM FOR SDO – ROOTS: THE Great GatsBY & cleveland THURSDAY, July 19 $4 Program Only - 1:00 p.m. (one form per person may be copied) (Non-refundable) NAME: DEADLINE: July 11 or when sold out ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE #: CELL PHONE #: EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE #: $ PAID: ACCOUNT #: MC VISA EXP. DATE: CHOICE OF: Nicoise Salad – mixed greens, potatoes, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, olives, tomatoes and * Entrees served tuna fish with bread & butter, beverage and dessert. Caesar Salad – romaine lettuce with croutons, shredded cheese and chicken strips BE SURE TO ALL THINGS SEND BEACHWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES VISIT THE EXPO - FORM TO: 25325 FAIRMOUNT BOULEVARD (216 ) 595-3733 SENIOR EXPO DETAILS PAGE 3 BEACHWOOD, OHIO 44122 City of Beachwood 7 THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS OVERNIGHT TRIP: NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND Sunday, August 19 – Thursday, August 23 Return to the guilded age as we vacation in Newport, RI. We’ll enjoy a tour of the Ten Mile Ocean Drive, The Breakers, Rosecliffe Mansion, Marble House, Rough Point, Touro Synagogue, Green Animal Topiary Garden, a performance at the Newport Playhouse, a cruise on Narragansett Bay, time in Pawtucket and Providence and more. A $200 deposit will hold your space. We STRONGLY suggest purchasing travel insurance. TIME: 8:00 a.m., Sunday, August 19 Depart from Beachwood Community Ctr. RETURN: Approximately 11:50 p.m. Thursday, August 23 COST: $1,655 per person/double occupancy $2,000 single occupancy ($200 deposit at time of registration) INCLUDES: Airfare, Motor Coach Transportation, 4 nights lodging, 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners, all entrance fees and gratuities DEADLINE: June 15 (final payment due) FORM FOR NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND REFUND: SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 23 July 16 (one form per person may be copied) NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE #: EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE #: $ PAID: ACCOUNT #: MC VISA EXP. DATE: I WOULD LIKE A SINGLE ROOM or I WOULD LIKE A DOUBLE ROOM I WOULD LIKE TO ROOM WITH: DATE OF BIRTH: SEND BEACHWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES FORM TO: 25325 FAIRMOUNT BOULEVARD (216 ) 595-3733 BEACHWOOD, OHIO 44122 City of THE UPPERCLASSMEN NEWS 8 Beachwood OVERNIGHT TRIP: WISCONSIN AND THE DELLS Sunday, Oct. 14 – Thursday, Oct. 18 Highlights of this terrific trip include: a performance at Fireside Theatre, Taliesin (the home and estate of Frank Lloyd Wright), Circus World Museum, Cedar Grove Cheese Factory, Mineral Point, The House on the Rock, a day in the Wisconsin Dells, a stop in Shipshewana on our return and much more. A $200 deposit will hold your space. We STRONGLY suggest purchasing travel insurance. TIME: 6:00 a.m., Sunday, October 14 Depart from Beachwood Community Ctr. RETURN: Approximately 9:30 p.m. Thursday, October 18 COST: $1,195 per person/double occupancy