Tallahassee Democrat SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019

Active
LIVING
The magazine for Tallahassee’s
active boomer and senior community

FUN
CORNUCOPIA OF

Fall delivers with arts,

field trip and celebrations
LifeLong Learning
LifeLong Learning offers a variety of
classes at a variety of locations. Lim-
ited space is available, and classes fill
up quickly. For more information or to
register, call 850-891-4033, email
Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com, or
stop by the TSC. Programs are spon-
sored in part by Mulligan Park Gra-
cious Retirement Living, the Tallahas-
see Moose Lodge # 1075, the City of
Tallahassee, Leon County, and the TSC
Foundation.
Perspectives on the Holocaust – A
Four Part Series, in partnership with
the Holocaust Education Resource
Council (HERC), Mondays, Nov. 18, 25,
Dec. 2, and 9, at 10 a.m., location info
for films and lectures below.
11/18 Film: “Pastor Hall,” released by
United Artists in 1940, is loosely based
on the story of Rev. Martin Niemoller,
who challenged Nazism from his pulpit
and was sent to Dachau for resistance.
11/25 Lecture: The Holocaust Death
Camps by Lauren Ray, a volunteer do-
cent at the Dallas Holocaust and Hu-
man Rights Museum. Through photos
and recollections from a 2018 trip to
Poland with SMU’s School of Human
Rights, participants will learn about
each of the six death camps in Poland
(including Auschwitz-Birkenau) and
see them as they are today.
12/2 Lecture: Science and the Holo-
caust: Lauren Ray will discuss how the
Nazis and their collaborators used and
misused science, engineering, and
medicine to fit their objectives and
how scientists were victims and per-
petrators.
12/9 Film: “Hitler’s Children,” a 1943
RKO film which uses a haunting love
story to dramatize the Nazification of
youth in Germany from infants
through teens in the Nazi education
system.
Films will show from 10 am – 12:30
p.m., at Red Hills Retirement Resort
Theater, (5103 Cold Harbor Dr., off Ox
Bottom Rd). Lectures are from 10 – 11:30
a.m., at the NE Branch Library (5513
Thomasville Rd). Per film/lecture - $5
donation (50+) / $7 (others).
Fall Garden Tour: Invitation for
Sustainable Living, Tue., Nov. 19, 10 –
11:30 a.m.
Tour a unique, sustainable yard that
includes edible landscaping, healthy
2 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
LifeLong Learning participants enjoyed a tour of art galleries, the Historical
Society Museum and landmarks in Valdosta, such as the Crescent at Valdosta
Garden Center (pictured here).
composted soil, harvested rainwater,
solar panels, and microclimate utiliza-
tion. Gardener Regine Maligne will
share tips on starting your own sus-
tainable garden and cuttings from var-
ious plants. Participants must provide
their own transportation; address (Be-
tton) is provided upon registration.
Space is limited. $5 donation (50+) / $7
(others).
Gadsden Art Center Quilt Exhibit
Tour, Tue., Dec. 10, 9:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
“From the Cedar Chest: Southern
Quilting 1830s to Today” is an explora-
tion of the rich tradition in our local Big
Bend community, spanning several
generations and cultures to celebrate
the beloved art of quilt making. This ex-
hibition discusses the story of a utilitar-
ian, uniquely cultural, and inherently
social art form that bridges gaps be-
tween generations and finds common-
alities between cultures. Tour will be
followed by lunch at the museum cater-
ed by Damfino’s Café. Fee: $27, includes
ACTIVE LIVING
admission, lunch, and transportation
from TSC. Limited space available.
Holiday Tour of the Governor’s
Mansion, Thu., Dec. 12, 10 a.m. – noon.
Take a tour of the Governor’s Man-
sion’s; visit 6 state rooms including the
Manatee Sculpture Courtyard. Learn
the history of “The People’s House”
and enjoy the beautiful holiday deco-
rations in each of the state rooms.
$7.00 fee (50+) $10 (others).
Holiday Centerpieces. Choose ei-
ther Mon. Dec. 16, 10 – 11:30 a.m., NE
Branch Library (5513 Thomasville Road)
OR Thu., Dec. 19, 2 – 3:30 p.m., TSC ac-
tivity room. Use fresh flowers and
greenery to design and make a beauti-
ful holiday centerpiece with Edna Hall-
Whitehead, floral design expert from A
Touch of Class/Celebrations on Main
Florist in Havana, FL. Each participant
will take home a beautiful arrange-
ment of their own creation. Sign up for
one location; limited space available.
Fee, $17, includes supplies.
ABOUT THE
PUBLICATION
Active Living is a bi-Monthly publi-
cation of the Tallahassee Senior
Center (TSC), 1400 N Monroe St.,
Tallahassee, FL 32303. 850-891-
4000.
Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Man-
ager, City of Tallahassee and Exec-
utive Director, Tallahassee Senior
Foundation
Audrey Byrne, Managing Editor
Martha Gruender, Coordinating
Copy Editor
The mission of Tallahassee Senior
Services is to offer programs, ac-
tivities, and opportunities designed
to encourage active living, optimal
aging, and social fitness for in-
dependent adults age 50+. Dis-
claimer of Endorsement: Refer-
ence herein to any specific com-
mercial products, process, or ser-
vice by trade name, trademark,
manufacturer, or otherwise does
not necessarily constitute or imply
its endorsement, recommendation
or favoring by Tallahassee Senior
Services or the Tallahassee Senior
Foundation.
For more information on Tallahas-
see Senior Services, the TSC &
Foundation, activities, and 15
neighborhood venues, contact
850-891-4000 or visit www.tal-
gov.com/seniors and www.Talla-
hasseeSeniorFoundation.org. “Like”
us at Facebook.com/TallahasseeSe-
niorCenter. For Leon County Senior
Outreach, read the LCSO Gazette,
call 850-891-4065, or visit cms.le-
oncountyfl.gov. To receive the
TSCF bi-weekly newsletter, email
Lisa.DollarCovert@talgov.com.
On the cover: Clockwise from top
right: Pickleball Players at their
Annual Halloween Party. Sam
Messiha holds a starfish during a
Lunch Bunch/UPSLIDE trip to Gulf
Specimen Marine Lab. TSC Ceram-
ics participants took home rib-
bons from the EA Florida Fired
Arts. The group is coordinated by
Vivian Parmenter, third from
right.
Deck the Halls fundraiser benefits Senior Services
Carol Thompson-Riley
Vice President, TSCF
Friday, Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: www.TallahasseeSenior-
Foundation.org/deck-halls/
Make Deck the Halls part of your
holiday tradition! Invite a friend, or
two, or three, or host your holiday or of-
fice party with us! Sip a holiday marti-
ni, indulge in delicious foods and des-
serts, sway to the jazzy tunes of Quan-
ta, and shop a giant Silent Auction that
is filled with event tickets, adventure
experiences, jewelry, gift certificates,
weekend getaways, and much more
(something for everyone on your nice
list)!
Through your presence, active par-
ticipation and support in this gala
fundraiser, the Tallahassee Senior
Civic engagement program taking applications
If you have a desire to be actively en-
gaged in the betterment of the commu-
nity, apply now to Tallahassee Active
LifeLong Leaders (TALL), a community
leadership program for people age 50+,
done in partnership with the Tallahas-
see Chamber’s Leadership Tallahassee
Program.
The TALL program provides an ex-
cellent opportunity to explore the histo-
ry, challenges, and future of our com-
munity. There is no commitment to ap-
ply - contact Hella.Spellman@tal-
gov.com or call 850-891-4007 with
questions, or to receive an application.
The application deadline is Friday, De-
cember 6, 2019.
Center & Foundation provides a
meaningful myriad of classes, pro- Now Accepting Silver Stars
grams, learning opportunities, and
much-needed services to seniors in Nominations!
our community that provide a sense Eight Silver Stars are selected who are
of purpose and are vital to active, examples of optimal, positive aging or
healthy, independent, and optimal community service since turning age 60?
aging. Silver Stars come from all walks of life –
Your $50 ticket gains entry to all teachers, nurses, church or community
this fun! You might even have the leaders, doctors, scientists, military veter-
possibility of walking away with ans, parents or grandparents. The one
money in your pocket – cash give thing Silver Stars have in common is their
away tickets are 1 for $5 or 3 for $10. approach to optimal aging and maintaining
Tickets are available online at an active lifestyle. Deadline for nomination
www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundatio- submission is Fri., February 14, 2020. The
n.org or email Lisa.DollarCovert@tal- selected Silver Stars will be honored at a
gov.com or call 850-891-4003. Deck gala event held on Thu. May 21. For a nomi-
the Halls is presented by Audiology nation form, visit TallahasseeSeniorFoun-
Associates of North Florida, the Talla- dation.org or to request one, email Shei-
hassee Senior Center & Foundation la.Salyer@talgov.com or call 850-891-4001.
and other generous partners.
As a TALL participant, you will be- in this program become an important
come part of an actively engaged group part of your life. It helped me grow and
of people and experience “snapshots” create a sense of pride for Tallahassee.”
of the cultural, political, safety, legal TALL Class 11 grad Shauna Smith
and justice, educational, and health stated, “I’m from Tallahassee, and yet I
and human services climate of our learned and did so much. Everything
community through site visits with was taken care of, flexible, and accom-
community leaders, and interactive ac- modating of everyone’s needs. I am
tivities. here (at the Tallahassee Senior Center)
Joan Tolliver, TALL Class 8 grad, at a almost every day. I got connected and
recent preview reception shared, “I got to know people better. I look forward
learned how to become a citizen instead to meetups every couple of months.”
of just a taxpayer. Tallahassee may be a So, apply today! Be inspired and bet-
community you just moved to or a com- ter equipped to enhance positive
A few participants of TALL Class 9 enjoy munity you always lived in. With TALL change and growth in the community
an interactive learning experience on you learn to look at things from a differ- while continuing to enhance your own
Public Safety Day. ent point of view. The people you meet life and develop new friendships!
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 3
Classes
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY
Interested in taking computer class-
es? Stop by TSC receptionist desk and
complete an application to express your
computer course interests. Call 850-
891-4008 or email Kristy.Carter@tal-
gov.com to request an application be
sent to you or to have your name added
to the interest roster. A variety of class-
es are offered and vary in donation.
Fees listed are for the full course. Prere-
gistration and payment required -
space is limited. Participants are sched-
uled in the order of their request re-
ceived.
MICROSOFT BASICS AND BE-
YOND
Tue. & Thu., Nov. 12, 14, 19 & 21, 9 – 11
a.m. (attend all 4 dates)
Beginners - Learn about saving, find-
ing and filing documents and pictures,
navigating the desktop, shortcuts, and
application programs.
MICROSOFT EXCEL – BASIC
Tue., Wed., & Thu., Nov. 12, 13, 14, 19,
20 & 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (attend all 6
dates)
Learn the many ways to use Excel.
You will create a personal budget
spreadsheet to track your day to day
spending. Learn about math features
and formulas. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-
Seniors).
MICROSOFT WORD – BASIC
Tue., Wed., and Thu., Jan. 14, 15, 16,
21, 22 & 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (attend all 6
dates)
Learn to create, format and edit
Word documents, insert pictures, bul-
let, cut and paste, and other enhance-
ments. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-Seniors).
WINDOW 10 OPERATING SYSTEM
Tue. & Thu., Jan. 14, 16, 21, & 23, 9–11
a.m. (attend all 4 dates)
Learn about the many features of
Windows: the files and folders system,
moving, saving and naming docu-
ments, personalizing with pictures, and
more. If your laptop is running Win-
dows 10, bring it to class. $20 (50+) or
$25 (non-Seniors)
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
For questions or more information,
email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or call
850-891-4008.
ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRA-
4 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
HOLIDAYS AT THE TSC!
Capital City Band of Tallahassee
Community College Holiday Concert
Mon., Dec. 9, 7–8:30 p.m.
Kick off the holiday season with a
talented performance by the Capital
City Band. All proceeds benefit TSC
$5.
Capital Chordsmen Holiday Concert
Two dates: Thu., Dec. 12 OR Tue., Dec.
PHY
Wed., Nov. 20, 6:30 – 9 p.m. $5/class
This class continues, in depth, the
topics of ISO, White Balance, Exposure
Value, Color Temperature, Program -
Aperture - Shutter modes, metering
such as weighted or spot and other ad-
vanced functions. Also to be discussed:
lighting techniques, image arrange-
ment, time-of-day photography tripod
management, the advanced features on
the digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cam-
era units, and the advantages and disad-
vantages of various lens configurations.
PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS
1st & 3rd Mon., 6:30–8 p.m. $5 per
class
Join us and learn how to improve
your photo editing skills with the Pho-
toshop Elements software program.
Participants will view and discuss pho-
to editing tutorials and member pro-
ACTIVE LIVING
17, 7–8:15 p.m.
Please join us for the 11th Annual Cap-
ital Chordsmen Holiday Concert. This
year we will host two electrifying per-
formances to bring in the holiday spir-
it. Harmony at its finest! To purchase
tickets, call 850-570-3148. Fee: $12.50
(Adult)/$10 Senior (65+)/ $5 (Student)
Senior Center closures in observance
of these holidays:
Veterans Day, Mon., Nov. 11
jects with ample opportunities for
questions, sharing knowledge and
learning from others. Meetings are
twice a month with a planned agenda.
MUSIC
For questions or more information,
email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or call
850-891-4008.
GUITAR
Tuesdays, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
An opportunity to dust off that old
guitar, join an ongoing group of begin-
ning-to-intermediate players, and
share songs and playing techniques.
There is limited instruction, so it’s help-
ful if you know a few chords. $2 (50+),
$3 (others).
UKULELE BEGINNING
1st & 3rd Friday of each month, 10-
10:50 a.m.
In A Chord Quartet,
members of the Capital
Chordsmen, performed at
the 10th Anniversary of
Guitar Class. See pg. 9 for
more photos from the
concert. Join Capital
Chordsmen on Dec. 12 or
17 for a holiday concert at
the TSC!
Nov. 24/25, close at 5 p.m.
Thanksgiving, Thu., Nov. 28
Dec. 23/24, close at 5 p.m.
Christmas Day, Wed., Dec. 25
Dec. 26/30, close at 5 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Tue., Dec. 31
New Year’s Day, Wed., Jan. 1Martin
Luther King Jr. Day, Mon., Jan. 21
Come learn about the ukulele, and
receive instruction on basic chords and
strum patterns. Everyone is welcome!
Bring your own Uke! $2 (50+), $3 (oth-
ers).
FINGERSTYLE UKULELE CLASS
1st & 3rd Friday of each month, 11-
11:50 a.m. Focus on fingerstyle playing,
as well as instrumental melody/chord
arrangements. Basic music theory is
taught as various pieces are played. All
are welcome, even if you think this level
is too advanced for you. $2 (50+), $3
(others).
UKULELE & FRIENDS
2nd & 4th Friday of each month, 11-12
p.m.
Bring your instrument of choice and
your voice for this casual gathering.
Versions of music are ukulele friendly –
though all instruments are welcome. $2
(50+), $3 (others).
Special events, dance and fitness
DANCE
Enjoy variety of dance options (Line
Dance, Beginning Ballroom & Swing,
Adult Ballet) at the Senior Center. For a
list of dance offerings, times and loca-
tions visit www.talgov.com/Seniors,
click “Stay Active” and scroll down to
“Music & Dance.” For questions, email
Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4008.
USA BALLROOM DANCE
Saturdays, 7:30–10:30 p.m. – dance
dates below
Dance on the largest dance floor in
Tallahassee. Lessons are provided at no
charge at 6:30 p.m. Dance nights with
paid entry. All dances are smoke and al-
cohol free. $8/USAB Dance members
and $14/non-members; $5 for students
with valid IDs. For more information:
www.usadance6010.org.
Nov. 16 – Red, White & Blues
Dec. 14 – Snowflake Waltz – Semi-
Formal
Jan. 11 – Chinese New Year
CONTRA DANCE (TALLAHASSEE
COMMUNITY FRIENDS OF OLD TIME
DANCE)
Fridays, 7:30–10:30 p.m. – dance
dates below
Jigs, reels, and fun. A caller instructs
each dance before the music begins.
$10/adults, $9/seniors, $6/students,
and under 12 free. Wear comfortable
shoes and clothes. No partner or experi-
ence necessary. Newcomers should ar-
rive by 7:15 p.m. For more information:
www.tallydancer.com.
Nov. 22 – Lloyd Baldwin & Friends
with Caller Scott Russell (Atl)
Dec. 13 – Long Forgotten String Band
with Caller JoLaine Jones-Polorney
Jan. 10 – TBA with Caller Ken Gall
(Indiana)
Jan. 31 – TBA with Caller Vicki Morri-
son
CAPITAL TWIRLERS ROUND
DANCE
Mondays, 6 p.m.
Enjoy contemporary social round
dancing which is choreographed and
cued ballroom dancing that progresses
in a circular pattern.
CAPITAL TWIRLERS SQUARE
DANCE
Mondays, 7 p.m. Open House - Sept.
9. Lessons start Sept. 16! $2/person/les-
son. Mainstream and Plus Level Square
aging, fall prevention program specifi-
cally created to train and reverse many
types of aging. Taught by Kathy Gilbert.
See Neighborhood Fitness Sites for oth-
er times, listings and instructors.
CHAIR YOGA, Fri., 11 a.m.-noon, of-
fers a gentle yoga workout for increased
mobility, bladder control, self-esteem,
and mental focus. Taught by Bridget
Welch, certified yoga instructor.
LIFE EXERCISE, Tue. and Thu.,
9:30-10:30 a.m. & NEW! Wed., 8:30 –
9:30 a.m.,
is a very popular and dynamic work-
out consisting of aerobics, light weights,
stretching, strengthening and balance
exercises. This workout is suitable for
everyone and you can participate seat-
ed. Taught by Pomeroy Brinkley.
TAI CHI: Wed. and Fri. 10-11 a.m. In-
structor provided by the Taoist Tai Chi
Society.
ZUMBA® GOLD: Thu., 5:30-6:30
On behalf of USA (Ballroom) Dance 6010, Lolita Brawner presents a check to the p.m., Taught by Jacqueline Parra. $5
TSC Foundation, represented by Nancy Gentry. The TSCF appreciates USA Dance
6010’s generosity. See FITNESS, Page 12
Dancing every Monday from 7 – 9 p.m.
Level adjusted to fit dancers' skills. Non-
member dancer donation: $5. Non-
dancing visitors welcome to watch for
free. Lessons begin Sept. 16. Visit
www.Facebook.com/Tallahasseetwir-
lers, email LibbyPenrod@comcast.net
or call 850-566-2117.
FITNESS AT THE TALLAHASSEE
SENIOR CENTER
Fitness classes are $3 (50+), $4 (oth-
ers), unless otherwise indicated. Fit-
ness cards can also be purchased — $25
for 10 classes ($5 discount). For more in-
formation, call Ruth Nickens, RN,
Health & Wellness Program Coordinator
at 850-891-4042 or Ruth.Nickens@tal-
gov.com or Henry Steele, Health Suite
Assistant at 850-891-4045 or visit our
website at Talgov.com/Seniors.
MINDFUL MOVEMENT, Tue., 11
a.m.-noon, is a NIA based yoga class. A
gentle, yoga-based, fitness class that fo-
cuses on increasing energy, reducing
falls, and maintaining flexibility. Taught
by Lori Roberts, certified NIA yoga in-
structor.
BRAIN-BODY-BALANCE, Mon.,
1:30-2:30 p.m. at the TSC, is an active-
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Health &
ed. DEEP: A Diabetes Empowerment
Quit: A Smoking Education Program
Cessation Work- Thu. Jan. 9 – Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m. –

Wellness
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
The listed presentations, massage,
and classes at the Tallahassee Senior
Center are $2 unless otherwise indicat-
ed. For more information on programs,
registration or donations, email
Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4042 or 891-4045.
Healthful and Ethical Eating: A
Five-Part Series
2nd Wed. of each month, now – Feb.,
11 a.m. – noon
Wed., Nov. 13 – “Environment and
Modern Agriculture”
Wed., Dec. 11 – “Modern Animal Ag-
riculture”
Wed., Jan. 8 – “Cell-based/Plant-
based Technologies: The Future of Meat
and Dairy"
This 5-part Ethical Eating Series pro-
vides information about the impact of
food choices on human health, animals,
and the environment. Presentations
will address preventable and reversible
diseases, sustainability and ethical con-
cerns, and will empower you to think
critically and compassionately about
the issues while making more informed
food choices. Attend one or all! Present-
ed by Sally Sanders, Ethical Choices
Program.
Healthy Holiday Eating: Good for
your Gut
Tue., Dec. 3, 11 a.m. – noon
Learn how to prepare a few delicious
and healthy holiday recipes. Enjoy sam-
shop, noon
Mon., Dec. 2 & Jan. If you want to live a longer, healthier
6, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. life with Diabetes, this no-cost 6-week
Attend one of program has been proven to help. DEEP
these highly effective provides the tools to better manage your
class/support diabetes, including conversation about
groups. The program, risk factors, complications, nutrition,
designed by former physical activity, meters and medica-
smokers, is devel- tions, partnerships with your health
oped for people who care team, psychosocial concerns, prob-
want to become non- lem-solving, and community resources.
smokers. Nicotine Call 891-4042 to reserve your space. Fa-
patches provided at cilitated by Big Bend Area Health Edu-
no charge. Offered by cation Center.
Big Bend AHEC. Call
224-1177 to register. HEALTH SCREENINGS
Podiatry Screen-
ing & Foot Care Tallahassee Senior Center Health
Thu., Dec. 12, 12:30 Suite, unless otherwise noted.
- 2:30 p.m. Blood Pressure, Wed. & Thu., 10 a.m.
Dr. Gary McCoy, – noon
Podiatrist & foot spe- Glucose, Every Wed., 10 a.m. – noon
cialist cuts toenails Pulse Oximetry, Thu., Dec. 5 & Jan.
and assesses and 2, 10 a.m. – noon
Care Point Health & Wellness Center is a new partner of treats foot problems. Hearing, Wed., Jan 8, 10 a.m. – noon
the TSCF. Care Point accepts Medicare plans, has a focus Doctor accepts Medi- CAPTEL Phones for the Hearing
on older adult care, and provides complimentary care, Medicaid, and Impaired, Wed., Jan. 8, 10 a.m. – noon
transportation. Pictured here, Thomas W. Smith, MD, secondary insurance,
PhD, with over 25 years of experience, recently joined which may cover MASSAGE, MEDITATION, AND
Care Point Health & Wellness Center as a fulltime primary costs for this. REIKI
care provider. Dr. Smith is accepting new patients and Walk with Ease
looking forward to serving the Tallahassee and Big Bend Wed, Thu., & Fri. Reiki, Every Tue., 10:30 a.m. - noon,
community. Jan. 8 – Feb. 14, 8:15 – Susie Howell, Reiki Master, and Friends
9 a.m., Auditorium Meditation and Mindfulness
ples. Offered by UF-IFAS Leon County Developed by the Arthritis Founda- Guidelines, Tue., Dec. 3 & Jan. 7, 10:30 -
Extension. tion, the Walk with Ease program is for 11:30 a.m.
Shave and a Haircut: The Barbers anyone who wants to walk, talk, and Offered one Tuesday each Month in
Are Coming! have a good time while enjoying the conjunction with Reiki. Discover the art
Thu., Nov. 14, 10 a.m. – noon benefits of regular (indoor) exercise. of meditation. Feel calmer, more fo-
Lively Barber School brings students Join the six-week program and join the cused and balanced. Taught by Leslie
to make you feel like a million bucks. fun! Keep your joints moving! Facilitat- Hanks, Yoga Unlimited.
Haircuts and shaves for men and simple ed by Area Agency on Aging. Call Henry Massage, Tue., Nov. 19, 10 a.m. -
trims for women. Donations appreciat- at 891-4045 to register. noon, Norma Reesor, LMT.

UPSLIDE: A Program that Addresses UPSLIDE Friends Connection Chat Groups:

Loneliness, Isolation and
Depression
Do you have a friend or neighbor who is lonely? Would
you like to become more socially connected? Help is
available. Funded by a grant from the Florida Blue
Foundation. UPSLIDE serves people age 50 and older
by offering individual counseling, chat groups and
support to become socially engaged. NEW – Trans-
portation assistance is now available for people who
want to participate in UPSLIDE programs but do not
their own transportation. Please email Melanie.Lach-
man@talgov.com or call 850-891-4066 for more in-
formation/assistance.
Meet new people, share ideas, engage in meaningful
conversation, and have fun!
Tallahassee Senior Center: (1400 N. Monroe St.)
Mondays, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Thursdays, 1 – 2:30 p.m., both
groups meet in Conf. Rm. 3A
Lincoln Neighborhood Center: (438 W. Brevard St.):
3rd Wednesday of the month, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Miccosukee Community Center: 13887 Moccasin Gap
Rd., 2nd Tuesday of the month, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.; light
lunch provided.

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Outreach
programs
LEON COUNTY SENIOR OUTREACH
LUNCH & LEARNS, LIFELONG
LEARNING– SAVE THE DATE!
Lunch & Learns (L&L) offer lively and
engaging programs for adults 50+. All
Lunch & Learns are 10:30 a.m.-12:30
p.m. Each L&L in-
cludes exhibitors,
health screen-
ings, and lunch,
$6. These
events are a
program of the
Tallahassee
Senior Center &
Foundation, fund-
ed by the Leon County
Board of County Commissioners. For in-
formation on Leon County Senior Out-
reach events, field trips, outdoor pur-
suits, and classes, e-mail Susan.Da-
vis@talgov.com or call 850-891-4065.
Note: LifeLong Learning classes, fitness
classes and art workshops are offered at
multiple locations. See pg. 2 for Life-
Long Learning classes, pg. 5 for fitness
classes, pg. 6 for Friends Connection
(UPSLIDE), and pg. 16 for art work-
shops.
GRANDPARENTS AS
PARENTS
Grandparents as Parents:
Remember these Dates
GaP Support Lunch
Wed., Nov. 20, 12 – 1:30 p.m., Leon
County Public Library, 200 W. Park
Ave, Program Room A. *Note new
date due to Thanksgiving.* Compli-
mentary lunch provided for grandpar-
ents and other relative caregivers.
Reservations are required.
NO GaP support lunch in December
NEW! GaP Evening Support Group,
GaP enjoyed their annual Fall Social at the Tallahassee Museum where the Mon., Nov. 18 & Dec. 9, 6 – 7:30 p.m.,
grand-families went on a tour of the farm, visited with the animals and had lunch Sue McCollum Community Center in
at the café. Pictured: Grandparents Vickie Burke, Shauna Smith, and Smith’s Lafayette Park, 501 Ingleside Ave.
granddaughter. Join other grandparents raising their
grandchildren to discuss your unique
situation and then share dinner with
Bradfordville, Wildwood Presby- Spence Community Center, 4768 other grand-families. Reservations
terian Fellowship Hall, 100 Ox Bottom Chaires Crossroad are required for all attending.
Rd. Lunch & Learns: Nov. 26, No L&L in To reserve your space or for more
Lunch & Learns: Nov. 13, Dec. 11, No Dec. or Jan. information, email Karen.Boebin-
L&L in Jan. ger@talgov.com or call 850-891-
Chaires-Capitola, Dorothy C. See OUTREACH, Page 12 4027.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 7
Local cyclist’s rides range from 6 to 2,000 miles
Nick Gandy for part of the way. for 15 years as a Senior Tax Specialist in and the Santa Monica Pier, Dennis
“We agreed that if we could keep our the Department of Revenue. When not Wirth’s effort on his bike will not be any
Tallahassee cyclist Dennis Wirth bikes on the RV, we would do the first pedaling his bike, he and Bonnie have different as he pedals toward the finish
won a silver medal in the 80-84 age leg,” Ray said. “I didn’t want to go camp- traveled around the country to show line in December in Fort Lauderdale.
group at the 2018 Florida Senior Games ing the whole time and went as far as Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers, earning The 2019 Florida Senior Games, pre-
gliding through the 10K Time Trials at the Arch in St. Louis. It blows me away a couple of “Grand Champions” (a dog sented by Humana, will be held Decem-
Fort DeSoto Park in just under 21 min- that he did the whole trip. Afterwards that scores highly in multiple competi- ber 6-15, in the Greater Fort Lauderdale
utes. He’s also a two-time 10K Time he was much stronger and faster on the tions). area with competition in 24 sports and
Trials gold medalist in the 80-84 age bike.” While the 10K Time Trials Route at events. The Games return to Fort Lau-
group at the Capital City Senior Games. While Wirth is a relative newcomer the 2019 Florida Senior Games may not derdale in 2020 and will be a qualifier
These were easy rides compared to to the Capital City Senior Games and be as scenic as the concluding miles on for the 2021 National Senior Games,
his 2,000 mile ride, winding his way Florida Senior Games, he’s been riding Route 66, through Beverly Hills and Los also to be held in the Greater Fort Lau-
from Chi- the roads Angeles, on the way to the Pacific Ocean derdale area.
cago to LA for over 30
and got his years.
“kicks on Wirth rides
Route 66.” locally
Two three days a
years ago in week with a
late August, group
Dennis called “Rid-
Wirth and ing Not
two friends, Working,” a
Ron Ray and group of re-
Larry Ko- tirees, in-
kesh, left cluding Ron
Bucking- Ray, and
ham Foun- members of
tain in Chi- the Capital
cago on City Cy-
Route 66. clists. They
His daugh- have week-
ters and ly sched-
grandchil- uled rides
dren gave through the
the riders a rural areas
proper sen- around Tal-
doff. While lahassee
Dennis’s and South
friends only Georgia.
made it to “I got in-
St. Louis volved in
and the Ga- Senior
teway Arch, Games to
his wife, Dennis Wirth is a two-time Capital City Senior see how
Bonnie, fol- Games10K Time Trials gold medalist (80-84 age well I can
lowed along group). do against
in an RV for others,”
the duration. Wirth said. “I mostly ride with the Cap-
“We stayed in the RV, or camped, ev- ital City Cyclists riding about 100 miles
ery night after riding about 40 miles a per week. We ride about 15 miles per
day,” said Wirth. “It took close to three hour for 2-3 hours.”
months to complete route. I finished the In addition to scenery, friendship
ride a week before Thanksgiving.” and fun, Wirth’s time on the road has
Wirth’s attempt to have Ray and Ko- greatly benefitted his health as an octo-
kesh make the cross-country journey genarian. “It keeps me thin and my pri-
was unsuccessful, due to the costs in- mary care doctor says I’m the healthiest
volved with accommodations along the 80 year old in his practice,” Wirth said.
way. Still, the pair were agreeable to his Wirth has lived in Tallahassee since
offer to spend time together on the bike 1984 and worked for the State of Florida

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Guitar class celebrates decade of strumming with concert
Music lovers came together to cele-
brate 10 years of guitar at the Tallahas-
see Senior Center, hosted by “Frets &
Friends.” The concert featured perfor-
mances by members from Guitar class,
Rick Seguso, Finn and the Kingsnakes’
Tiffiny Hewitt-Brown and John Ratow-
ski, Ukulele Friends, and In A Chord
Quartet (4 members of the Capital
Chordsmen). Instructor and founder
Jack Bassett coordinated the evening of
entertainment. Enjoy a few photos!

Above: Instructor
Pam Shank and
Ukulele Friends.
Tiffiny Hewitt-Brown and John
Taowski of Finn and The Kingsnakes
Left: From left, perform “When the Sun Goes Down.”
Steve Penning- PHOTOS BY DON RUANE
ton, Susan Lester
Members of the TSC’s Guitar Class led and Ken Menke
by Jack Bassett, founder and group perform “Let Me
leader (far right, standing). Be There.”

TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 9

L3X delivers on learning excitement
The 10th Annual L3X - LifeLong
Learning Extravaganza delivered on de-
lightful classes during September,
showcasing the rich resources and tal-
ents of our community! While L3X only
happens in September, LifeLong Learn-
ing classes are offered year-round at the
TSC! Check out pg. 2 for what is in store
during November & December! L3X 2019
was made possible by the City of Talla-
hassee, TSCF (TallahasseeSeniorFoun-
dation.org), Leon Co, and the following
generous partners: Doctorate Degree -
Surterra Wellness; Master's Degree -
Canterfield of Tallahassee, Clothesline,
Medical Marijuana Treatment Clinics of
Florida, OLLI Right at Home, The Grove
at Canopy, YourLife Senior Living;
Bachelor's Degree - Campus USA Credit
Union, Cherry Laurel, Dorvil Advocacy
Group, Red Hills Village Retirement Re-
sort, Thompson, Crawford & Smiley,
P.A., Trulieve; and Associate's Degree -
All Care Senior Consulting, Covenant
Care, Pacifica Senior Living/Woodmont
Assisted Living, and Tallahassee Moose
Lodge 1075. For more information on
L3X or LifeLong Learning, email Mau- L3Xers took a behind the scenes tour at Trulieve, a medical cannabis facility.
reen.Haberfeld@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4033.
Indra Sadguna,
doctoral
student, and
Michael Bakan,
Ph.D., create
beautiful
Balinese music
on the Gamelan
with L3Xers.

World Travelers
Thomas
Friedman and
Joe Haberfeld
led L3Xers on an
“armchair”
exploration of Emcee of Capital Health Plan’s Hats &
the ruggedly Flats Luncheon Anna Johnson-Riedel
Historian Madeline Carr, Ph.D., led beautiful areas poses with Dr. Frances Stallworth,
L3Xers on a search for hidden answers of N. California “Best Hat” winner and 2017 Silver Star.
during their visit to the Spanish Fuerte and S. Oregon.
San Marcos de Apalache in St. Marks. More photos on the next page

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 Jim Stevenson, former chief biologist for Florida State
L3X participant Laurie Koburger (tie dye shirt) pets a Parks, led an L3X tour that traced the journey “blue Doug Alderson shares tips on developing a
sting ray at Gulf Specimen Marine Lab. gold” takes from Tallahassee to Wakulla Springs. photographic eye.

John Fowler, author (A Forest in the Clouds: My Year Among the Mountain Gorillas) and featured speaker at the L3X
Closing Luncheon poses with a few sponsors, from left to right, Laurie Love and Vicki Burke from Cherry Laurel, Debra and
David Lachter from Clothesline, Carla Shinn and Ciara Carr from Surterra, Debra Herman with OLLI, Courtney South and
Hope Smith from Canterfield, and Kendalyn Gordon from Campus USA.
A.J. Brickler III, M.D., shares the
stories of the heroic Tuskegee Airmen.

Mark Russell entertains L3Xers with a

musical exploration inspired by the Beth LaCivita (not pictured) led L3Xers on an African
ceramic sculptures of artist Kate American Heritage Tour that included a visit to the Old
Piretti. L3Xers tour the St. Peter’s Anglican Cathedral. Lincoln School Room.

TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 11

Travel Tours with the Tallahassee Senior Center
Tours are open to all travelers and
benefit the Tallahassee Senior Foun-
dation. Email Kristy.Carter@tal-
gov.com or call (850) 891-4008 for
more information or visit www.fun-
seas.com/tsc. Travel partners include:
Holiday, Cruises & Tours & Collette.
Book early to reserve your spot. Men-
tion that you heard about travel oppor-
tunities through the Senior Center and
travel partner, Holiday, Cruises &
Tours, will make a donation back to the
center. The Senior Center requests that
you complete a participation form pri-
Outreach
Continued from Page 7
Fort Braden, Fort Braden Communi-
ty Center, 16387 Blountstown Hwy.
Lunch & Learns: Nov. 19, Dec. 17, No
L&L in Jan.
Lake Jackson, Lake Jackson Com-
munity Center, 3840 North Monroe St.,
Ste. 301
Lunch & Learns: Nov. 21, Dec. 19, No
L&L in Jan.
Canasta, Cards and Games: Tues-
days, 1-4 p.m., $1 per class
Miccosukee, Miccosukee Commu-
nity Center, 13887 Moccasin Gap Rd.
Lunch & Learns: Dec. 5, No L&L in
Jan.
Bus Trip to Walmart: Dec. 6 & Jan.
3, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Fitness
Continued from Page 5
(50+) $7 others.
YOGA: Mon. and Wed., 5:30-7 p.m.,
taught by certified yoga instructor Pame-
la Hunter. Vigorous practice for adults in-
cluding poses, relaxation, and mediation.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring yoga
mat (if you have one). Fee: $10 (50+), $12
others.
NEIGHBORHOOD FITNESS SITES
Each class $3 (50+), $4 others, $5 yoga
Allegro Inspired Senior Living, 4501
12 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
or to taking a tour. NOTE: additional
trips may be added as opportunities
arise.
AMELIA ISLAND, ST. AUGUSTINE
& JACKSONVILLE, March 25 – 27,
2020
SAVANNAH, JEKYLL ISLAND &
Friends Connection: Nov. 12, Dec. 10
& Jan. 14, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Light lunch
provided.
Woodville, Woodville Community
Center, 8000 Old Woodville Rd.
Lunch & Learns: Nov. 14, Dec. 12, No
L&L in Jan.
SOUTHSIDE SENIOR SERVICES &
OUTREACH
WELLNESS CIRCLES
Join neighbors, make new friends
and discuss important health topics at
these once-a-month gatherings. Light
refreshments, incentives, and health
screenings are available. $2 donation.
For more information, e-mail Wen-
dy.Barber@talgov.com or call 850-891-
4052.
Jack McLean Community Center,
700 Paul Russell Rd., 850-891-2505
Shannon Lakes Dr. W.
Brain, Body, Balance with Kathy Gil-
bert, Wed., 2 - 3 p.m.
Bradfordville Fitness, Northeast
Branch Library, 5513 Thomasville Rd.
Note: Class size limited, before attend-
ing your first class, call instructor Llona
at 878-1685 or Ferdouse at 766-6001
Senior Fitness I (Beginner) with
Ferdouse: Tue. & Fri., 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Senior Fitness I (Beginner) with
Llona: Tue. & Fri., 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Senior Fitness II (Intermediate)
with Llona: Tue. & Fri., 11:30 a.m.-12:30
p.m.
Senior Fitness (Afternoon) with
Llona: Tue. & Fri., 1-2 p.m.
Yoga for Adults with Ferdouse:
ACTIVE LIVING
CHARLESTON, SC, April 20 – 24,
2020, WAIT LIST ONLY
GREEK ISLES CRUISE, May 15 – 24,
2020
MEMPHIS – HOME OF THE BLUES,
Wellness Circle, 2nd Tue. of each
month, 11 a.m. – noon.
Nov. 12: “Medicare News” – Ready to
get more from your Medicare coverage?
If so, don’t miss this high energy, fun, in-
formative and exciting presentation
with Elizabeth Jenkins, Medicare Bene-
fits Consultant with WellCare.
Dec. 10: “Movement Disorders and
Tremors” with neurologist, Tara Kimba-
son, MD, new on staff at TMH. Dr. Kim-
bason will discuss movement disorders,
her role in the diagnostic process and
the urgency in not delaying needed care.
Jake Gaither Community Center,
801 Bragg Dr., 850-891-3940
Wellness Circle, 3rd Wed. of each
month, 11 a.m. – noon.
Nov. 20: “Medicare News” (see de-
scription above)
Dec. 18: “Movement Disorders and
Tremors” (see description above)
Mon., 1:30-2:30 p.m. and Wed., 4-5 p.m.,
$5
Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C.
Spence Community Center: 4768
Chaires Cross Rd.
Senior Fitness with Judy Up-
church: Mon., Wed. & Fri., 8:30-9:30
a.m.
Seated Fitness: Tue. & Thu., 9:30-
10:30 a.m.
Fort Braden Community Center:
16387 Blountstown Hwy.
Senior Fitness with Wendy Barber:
Mon. & Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Lake Jackson Community Center:
3840 N. Monroe., Ste. 301
Mindful Movement with Lori Rob-
erts, Thu., 1-2 p.m.
June, 22-27, 2020
SOUTH AFRICA, Sept. 16 – 24, 2020
BRANSON HOLIDAY SHOW EX-
TRAVAGANZA, Nov. 8 – 14, 2020
Healthy for Life Classes
Oak Ridge Elementary School,
4530 Shelfer Rd., 850-488-3124
Continuing – Thursdays, Nov., 14 &
21, Dec. 5, 12 & 19
Classes include nutrition, healthful
eating for diabetes, heart disease, cer-
tain cancers and other diseases, com-
munity resources and financial well-
ness. One of the classes will feature Wa-
letta Dunn, local author who will share
her book, “Tell Me Your Story,” a guide
on how to pass your story on to the
younger generation. $2 suggested dona-
tion at each class. Health screenings,
snacks, lunch and incentives will be
provided at each class. For more infor-
mation about this or future classes,
please contact Wendy.Barber@tal-
gov.com or call 850-891-4052.
Gentle Mat Yoga with Lori Roberts,
Wed., 2– 3 p.m. $5 requested
Miccosukee Community Center:
13887 Moccasin Gap Road
Senior Fitness with Judy Up-
church, Tue. & Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Optimist Park, 1355 Indianhead Dr.
Brain-Body-Balance with Kathy Gil-
bert or Ferdouse Sultana, Tue. & Thu., 10-
11 a.m.
SouthWood Community Center:
4675 Grove Park Dr.
Brain-Body-Balance with Wendy
Barber, Tue., 1-2 p.m., $5 requested
Woodville Community Center:
8000 Old Woodville Rd.
Senior Fitness with Llona Geiger,
Mon. & Wed., 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Big Bend recognizes National Hospice Month
Rev. Candace McKibben
Do you ever wonder who sets the cal-
endar for annual health awareness obser-
vances? How did October become the
month designated for Breast Cancer
Awareness or Dec. 1 for World AIDS day?
November has twenty health awareness
observances, ranging from Alzheimer’s
disease to support for those who have
survived the suicide of a loved one.
While I am not sure why Hospice land-
ed in November, I believe there is no better
month than the one earmarked for grat-
itude to celebrate National Hospice
Month. The most common theme heard
from those who use hospice services in
the care of a loved one is thanksgiving.
The expert medical care for controlling
pain and symptoms, the attention to
emotional and spiritual needs, the focus
on what matters most to the patient and
family, all compassionately offered with
dignity and hope, add more joy to living
and peace to dying.
Hospice has a courageous philosophy
of care. Rather than ignoring or shying
away from the discomfort many feel in
facing our common mortality, hospice
compassionately honors that end of life is
a time of opportunity. Persons with a
prognosis of six months can elect hospice
services to make the most of this natural
transition that we all will one day experi-
ence.
Big Bend Hospice has programs to
support you, from advance care planning
Seniors seeking ‘elves’ this holiday season
Chris Mahon
Elder Care Services
Elder Care Services helps with the ba-
sics throughout the year – food, a bath,
trips to the doctor. However, many sen-
iors on a very low fixed income have noth-
ing to spare to celebrate the holidays.
Elder Elf is a program to benefit the in-
dividuals served by Elder Care Services.
For over 20 years, 100 percent of all dona-
tions received go directly to services and
needs of our seniors. Care managers have
identified those clients in need this holi-
day season. Their “wish list” requests are
heartbreakingly modest – slippers, a
robe, toiletries, undergarments or a doll
for a grandchild.
Local businesses, families and indi-
Jim Towey (pictured), founder of Five
Wishes, will speak on how volunteering
with Mother Teresa changed his life.
SUBMITTED
well before you need hospice care, to be-
reavement services for loved ones after a
loss, whether or not you used our hospice
care. Our beautiful Margaret Z. Dozier
Hospice House has been likened to the
front porch of heaven and the interven-
tions of our music therapists to the angels
themselves. Big Bend Hospice has our
community for thirty-six years bringing
comprehensive end-of-life care and we
thank you for supporting and trusting us.
In honor of National Hospice Month
join us for a free community celebration
on Nov. 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Goodwood
Carriage House, 1600 Miccosukee Rd. Jim
Towey, founder of Five Wishes, will share
how his time volunteering with Mother
Teresa in her homes for the dying
changed his life. Call Candace McKibben
at 671-6029 for information or to reserve
your seat.
viduals brighten the holiday each year for
seniors in Leon County by “adopting” a
senior’s wish list. Many choose the op-
portunity to deliver their gifts directly,
creating wonderful memories and re-
minding all what this season is truly
about.
If you are interested in being an Elder
Elf, please contact Nicole Ballas at 850-
245-5945 or ballasn@ecsbigbend.org.
Elder Care Services, Inc. is a private
non-profit corporation, dedicated to im-
proving the quality of life for seniors in
Leon and the surrounding counties, al-
lowing them to remain at home with
dignity. For more information, visit
www.eldercarebigbend.org or follow us
on Facebook at www.facebook.com/el-
dercaretally.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 13
Alzheimer’s Project needs volunteers
to help military families, caregivers
Debbie Moroney
CEO of Alzheimer's Project, Inc.
For over 27 years the Alzheimer’s
Project has provided comfort and
support to persons with dementia
and their caregivers. One of the Alz-
heimer’s Project’s most important
services is in-home respite for fam-
ilies affected by dementia. Our
AmeriCorps Program Manager, Cait-
lin Dilley, is currently recruiting vol-
unteers for the two opportunities
listed below.
Do you have a passion for serving
elders and their caregivers in our lo-
cal community? The RELIEF pro-
gram provides family caregivers
with a much-needed break, en-
abling the family unit to continue
caring for a home-bound elder with-
out becoming ill themselves. The
RELIEF program provides up to 4
hours of in-home respite at a time,
with an emphasis on evening (after
3:00 PM) and weekend hours. Vol-
unteers will receive a stipend for ev-
ery unit of service.
Would you like to help veterans
and their families? The AmeriCorps
Program delivers in-home respite to
military families that have a loved
one with dementia. There is a
monthly living allowance for volun-
teers as well as an educational
award for successful completion of
the program. To volunteer, or for
more information about these pro-
grams, contact Caitlin Dilley at 850-
386-2778 or caitlin@alzheimerspro-
ject.org.
Due to the number of aging Baby
Boomers, Alzheimer’s disease looms
as a growing problem for the nation,
the state, and the local community.
Do you belong to a civic or faith-
based organization that would ben-
efit from learning more about Alz-
heimer’s and other forms of demen-
tia? As part of our community out-
reach, the Alzheimer’s Project pro-
vides speakers to educate your
organization about the disease and
the support services that are avail-
able. For more information about a
speaker for your group, email deb-
bie@alzheimersproject.org or call
850-386-2778.
Mark your calendar for this im-
portant event. The 35th Annual Alz-
heimer’s Disease Education and
Training Conference, sponsored by
FSU College of Medicine and the Alz-
heimer’s Project, will be held on Sat-
urday, February 8, 2020. The confer-
ence will include nationally recog-
nized experts and a variety of work-
shops on topics of interest to
caregivers and professionals. Free
respite care will be provided at the
Conference, including a day of activ-
ities for those living with dementia,
so caregivers can attend the work-
shops.

Things to consider before choosing a senior living community

Gail McDonald
Making the transition to a senior liv-
ing community can be exciting, but it can
also be stressful. There’s an abundance
of options and it’s not always clear which
path is best for you or a loved one. Know-
ing what to plan for and the right ques-
tions to ask can ease concerns and re-
duce stress while searching for a new
home in a senior living community.
Below are a few things to consider be-
fore making the transition to a senior liv-
ing community.
Meal Options: Determine what meal
options are available, as well as limita-
tion in times that meals are served. Look
at a dining menu during your visit. Ask to
drop by for lunch or dinner to enjoy a din-
ing experience first-hand. Ask to see all
cafes and bistros where small snacks,
small meals or grab and go foods would
be served. Bring a friend in order to gain a
second opinion.
Short-Term Stays: This can be a
great way to see how well you or your
loved one interacts with the staff and res-
idents of a community. Ask to stay for the
day and observe how well the culture of
the community combines with you or
your loved one’s lifestyle and personality.
Home Sweet Home: A conversation
about what furniture and home items to
bring with you or your loved one needs to
happen before making the transition.
Now is the time to find out if the commu-
nity has any limitations on pets, appli-
ances, kitchen items, space, etc. that
would cause an unwelcome change in
lifestyle.
Gail McDonald is Lead Senior Living
Advisor at Allegro Inspired Senior Liv-
ing. Call 850-668-4004 or visit
www.AllegroLiving.com.

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Keep Your Brain Sharp with OLLI
Fran Conaway
Is there anything more
fun for lifelong learners
than the many intriguing
classes offered through
the Osher Lifelong Learn-
ing Institute at Florida
State University? Well,
OLLI Member President
John Kilgore points to the
broad range of cultural
and community activ-
ities, travel and field trips
offered by the organiza-
tion’s volunteers as con-
tenders for fun and edu-
cational opportunities.
Notes Kilgore, “OLLI
provides activities and
clubs that are great ways
to meet new people and
socialize while partici-
pating in enlightening
educational events.”
Just consider the cor-
nucopia of choices during
the 2019 Fall semester:
take a turn as a volunteer
at the Second Harvest
Food Bank or a night with
The New 76ers at the
Bradfordville Blues Club;
a gourmet dinner through
the FSU School of Hospi-
tality, a holiday party or a
visit to Tallahassee Fire
Department Station One;
a tour of the FSU College
of Medicine or an unfor-
gettable opportunity to
meet wolves up close at
the Seacrest Wolf Pre-
serve.
The cultural activities
alone could fill an OLLI
member’s calendar: an
All Saints Art Walk with
COCA; the FSU School of
Theatre’s presentation of
the musical, “Chicago”; a
visit to FSU’s Master
Craftsman Studio and
another to a quilting ex-
hibit; musical perfor-
mances of many kinds
and an art opportunity at
Painting with a Twist.
Learn about the
world’s third largest reli-
gion during “Hinduism at
the Gujarati Samaj Hindu
Temple.” Find out how
bread, pastry and other
goodies are made during
a visit to the Flowers Bak-
ery in Thomasville.
Outdoor activities in-
clude hikes and tours, in-
cluding Camp Gordon
Johnston Museum and
Mission San Luis. There’s
also a nature talk featur-
ing native birds of prey.
TSCF Board
Member Jeanie
Martin-
Armstrong, with
Mulligan Park
Gracious
Retirement
Living, Melissa
Corson with
Audiology
Associates, TSCF
Board Member
Nina Davis, with
All Care Senior
Consulting, Bill
Webb with
Neptune Society,
and Doug
Carlson,
President of the
TSCF.
OLLI at FSU is an ex- Each year OLLI provides and international travel, Fran Conaway is Co-
citing, challenging schol- hundreds of intellectually and special events. For chair, Marketing and
arly program tailored for stimulating classes, in- more information, visit Communications, OLLI
adults 50 and above. terest groups, clubs, local olli.fsu.edu. at FSU.

Michael Meredith was among OLLI visitors to FSU’s

Master Craftsman Program, observing models of
buckyballs, part of an art installation honoring the
late Professor Harold Kroto in the FSU Department
of Chemistry and Biochemistry building. JILL ADAMS

TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 15

Art Classes
TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER
FOR THE ARTS

TSC ART EXHIBITIONS, AWARDS

& RECEPTIONS
Senior Artist Showcase Winners: 1st
Place Winner: Claudia Maggard – Wa-
kulla Beach Road; 2nd Place Winner: Ma-
ria Balingit – Morning Star; 3rd Place
Winner: Charles Pierce – Portrait Study.
Honorable Mentions: Robert DeWitt
Smith, Brandi B at Apalachicola; Sandy
Evans, Charleston Baskets; and, Robin
Gray, Caladium. People’s Choice Win-
ners: Favorite Use of Color – Joyce Rai-
chelson, Sunflower Summit; Favorite
Floral: Joyce Raichelson – Sunflower
Summit; Favorite Portrait – Charles
Pierce – Nina; Favorite Landscape/Sea-
scape – Robert DeWitt Smith, Wakulla
Springs Becomes a River; and, Overall
Favorite – Robert DeWitt Smith, Brandi
B at Apalachicola.
Insiders’ Show Art Reception
Thirty-seven artworks by TSC Art-
ists in all media and styles will be cele-
brated at the Nov. 19 Art Reception 6 – 8
p.m. Exhibition continues through Nov.
24. Art pick-up for show is Nov. 25 9 – 10
a.m.
Portrayals of People Senior Artist Showcase 1st Place Winner Claudia Maggard for Wakulla Beach Road. The Senior Artist Showcase is an annual
TSCs’ Portrait Studio has work on juried fine art exhibition for artists (age 50+) living in the Big Bend area.
display in the Dining Room Gallery.
Grand Relations – Artists Across
Generations. Art Delivery: Dec. 9, 9 – 11 18-49). Or buy an art card that gives you Tues. mornings. Drawing Together, Michael Harrell
a.m. Reception: Jan. 14, 6 – 8 p.m. Sen- eight classes for the price of seven. For a Watercolor, Advanced Level, Linda Friday mornings, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
ior Center art participants enter one list of classes, descriptions, days/ Pelc Develop basics, pencil, pen & ink.
artwork along with at least one artwork times, or more information, visit Tuesday afternoons, 1 – 4 p.m. Beginners welcome.
by a relation. Relations can include chil- www.talgov.com/seniors and click “Be Projects and techniques to expand Acrylic Painting, Debbie Gaedtke
dren, grandchildren, parent, grandpar- Artistic,” email your skill set. Friday afternoons, 12:30 – 3 p.m.
ents, siblings, spouse, significant other, Jennifer.Haskins@talgov.com, or call Oil and Acrylic Painting, Debbie Learn and develop basic skills and
etc. Artwork does not have to be framed 850-891-4016. Gaedtke, Intermediate Level techniques with a friendly and versatile
but must be able to hang. Hands-On Art History with Mark Wednesday afternoons, 1 - 4 p.m. acrylic medium. Perfect for beginners,
Coming in February – Personal Ex- Fletcher Explore your creative side among a as well as continuing students.
pressions in Watercolor Mondays, 12:30 – 3 p.m. friendly, supportive group of painters.
Create your own art by applying and Work at your own pace on your own On-Going Studio Labs
Weekly On-Going Studio Classes combining the methods of various art- projects while receiving valuable cri-
ists like Van Gogh, Monet, Durer and tique. Portrait Studio Lab, Mon., 9 – noon,
On-going studio classes meet on a others. TSC Clay Studio. Beginners & Draw With Your Eyes, Paint with $5 Draw or paint from live model, bring
weekly basis and do not require pre- intermediates. your Heart, Mark Fletcher, Bradford- your own art supplies, no instructor.
registration. Pay the days you attend. It Watercolor Morning Studio, Inter- ville NE Leon County Library Ceramics, Tue. & Wed., 9 – noon, $2
is recommended that you visit the class mediate Level Wednesday afternoons, 1:30-4 p.m. lab fee, plus cost of materials and firing
and talk with the instructor before join- Tuesdays & Thursdays mornings, 9 – Pen & Ink with a little watercolor. Be- fee. Use mold-made bisque items to
ing the class; the instructor will provide noon. ginners & intermediates. paint or glaze. Lead by helpful volun-
you with a supply list. Studio Artists Different local watercolorists sched- Drawing Etc, Maria Balingit teers. Perfect for beginners. Experi-
have opportunities to exhibit work in uled to teach periodically. Days with an Thursday afternoons, 1-4 p.m. enced hand building clay people can
the center’s gallery spaces. All classes instructor are $10 per class. Days with- Learn and develop basic skills, with use as a lab, instructor only on Wednes-
are located at the Senior Center Art Stu- out an instructor, intermediate stu- graphite pencil and other drawing day mornings.
dio unless otherwise noted. $10 per dents can come to paint together and media, focus drawing portraits and still Stay Tuned! New Art Workshops will
class Seniors (age 50+), $12 Others (age pay a lab fee – $4. Linda Pelc teaches life. Beginners and intermediates. begin in February!

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Senior
resources
GET ACTIVE WITH OUTDOOR
PURSUITS
“In the presence of nature, a wild de-
light runs through the man, in spite of
real sorrows.” Waldo Emerson
Are you interested in trying a new
outdoor adventure? Being active in the
outdoors is known to lower stress, in-
crease energy, fight depression and
loneliness, boost creativity and in-
crease confidence. We are fortunate
that there are so many beautiful outdoor
destinations within our region (beach-
es, rivers, parks, and trails). Pick your
favorite destination and get outdoors!
LifeLong Outdoor Pursuits, a pro-
gram of the Tallahassee Senior Center,
is a good place to start. Featuring out-
door adventures for active adults 50+,
this program offers monthly opportuni-
ties to try new pursuits whether through
an educational workshop, a hands-on
experience or visit to an outstanding
outdoor destination.
It is also a great way to meet others
with similar interests! Previous activ-
ities and workshops have included hik-
ing, bicycling, fishing, river tubing, geo-
caching, birding, kayaking and more. To
receive info on upcoming activities, join
our e-mail list by contacting Susan.Da-
vis@talgov.com or 891-4065.
Additional Outdoor
Opportunities/Organizations:
Apalachee Chapter of the Florida
Trail Association: Trained FL Trail As-
sociation activity leaders lead regularly
scheduled walks, hikes and other out-
door activities throughout the year. Pro-
grams on hiking and other topics are of-
fered monthly. www.apalachee.florida-
trail.org.
Capital City Cyclists: Offers several
ride groups of different ride levels that
typically meet weekly. The first Sunday
ride is geared towards new riders who
can have a lot or very little group ride ex-
perience. www.cccyclists.org.
Florida Disabled Outdoors Associ-
ation: Hosts numerous adventure out-
ings for persons with disabilities, in-
cluding: scuba diving, deep-sea fishing,
canoeing, and hunting expeditions. Pro-
Ike Eberstein (center), LifeLong
Outdoor Pursuits (LOP) Volunteer,
leads a hike in Layfayette Heritage
Park as part of the Fall Hiking Series.
HOTLINES
Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873 or
800-96ABUSE
Area Agency on Aging, Elder Hel-
pline: 800-963-5337
Consumer Hotline: 800-435-7352
Medicare Hotline: 800-633-4227
2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211
vides information pertaining to recre-
ational areas, facilities, programs,
events, and opportunities that include
persons with disabilities. www.fdoa
.org.
Apalachee Canoe and Kayak Club:
Tallahassee paddling club whose mem-
bers get together to enjoy local rivers
like the Chipola, Sopchoppy, Wacissa,
St. Marks and more. Monthly meetings
with interesting and informative speak-
ers. www.clubkayak.com/ackc.
Tallahassee Archery Club: A local
archery club for people that enjoy
shooting all types of archery. The club
has a bag practice range with targets
ranging from 15 to 80 yards. Hosts
monthly 3D trophy shoots from Jan-Aug
and other various tournaments
throughout the year. www.bigbendar-
chery.com.
Gulf Winds Track Club: Includes
joggers, runners, race walkers, and
triathletes of all levels of ability and
training, whether they participate for
competition, fitness or personal and so-
cial enjoyment. Newsletters, social
meetings and lecture series inform
members of local and regional events
and foster the exchange of information
about training. Hosts a beginning run-
ning group. www.gulfwinds.org.
Apalachee Audubon Society: Em-
See SENIORS, Page 18
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TALLAHASSEE SENIOR FOUNDATION
Galaxy Star in memory of Dr. Nancy Van Vessem
Capital Health Plan's Dr.
Lynn Johnson is shown with
the Galaxy Star bought in hon-
or of Dr. Nancy Van Vessem –
“Amazing mentor, mother and
friend. We are still guided by
your words and example.” Dr.
Lynn noted, “I know how much
Nancy valued the Senior Cen-
ter, and though she would cer-
tainly never ask to be recog-
nized for any of the amazing
things she did for the commu-
nity, I thought she would ap-
prove of this gesture.”
A Galaxy Star is available for
purchase to honor, or in memo-
ry of, important individuals in
your life. Proceeds from the
purchase go to the TSCF to
fund Senior Services. For more
information, visit “Give’ at the
TallahasseeSeniorFoundatio-
n.org, email Lisa.DollarCov-
ert@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4003.
Give charitable gifts and
enjoy the tax benefits
Karin Caster
Community Relations Coordinator, TSCF
Making tax-free gifts to charity from an
IRA is gaining in popularity among older
investors, thanks to changes under the
new tax law. IRS rules mandate that indi-
viduals age 70½ and older take Required
Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their
IRA each year. By making a Qualified
Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your
IRA directly to the TSC Foundation or a
charity of your choice, you can satisfy
your RMD amount without that gift count-
ing as income.
If you or your spouse meet this age re-
quirement, you can transfer up to
$100,000 a year without paying any tax on
that transaction. Making a QCD as op-
posed to a normal charitable gift has two
main advantages. First, a QCD counts to-
18 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
ward satisfying the individual’s required
minimum distribution for that year. Sec-
ond, the distribution is excluded from the
taxpayer’s income. The gift must be made
directly to the organization from the IRA,
not the individual.
Linda Roberts, an active participant at
the TSC and a TSCF Board member says,
“Making a QCD from my IRA to the TSCF is
an excellent way to support an organiza-
tion I love – without increasing my in-
come, benefitting both me and the foun-
dation.”
We hope you will consider the TSC
Foundation for your charitable giving. We
are mission-driven to help people stay ac-
tive, socially fit, and engaged in our com-
munity. If you have questions or would
like to talk to our Board member expert on
this topic, please call email Karin.Caster
@talgov.com or call 891-4041.
ACTIVE LIVING
Seniors
Continued from Page 17
phasis on protecting the environment
through education, appreciation and
conservation. Offers birding field trips
and monthly meetings with guest
speakers on topics like creating bird-
friendly yards. Hosts a yearly tour of
wildlife friendly yards. www.apala-
chee.org.
Valuable Web Sites for Local Out-
door Information:
BikeTallahassee (Program of the
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning
Department): Information on making
bicycling an easy, safe and fun way to
get around our community. Features
bike route maps, comfort ratings, a
community calendar and resource
page for all things cycling. www.bike-
tallahassee.com.
Visit Natural North Florida: An in-
formational website that promotes the
natural, historic and cultural attrac-
tions of the north Florida area. Fea-
Capital Health
Plan's Dr. Lynn
Johnson with
the Galaxy Star
bought in
honor of Dr.
Nancy Van
Vessem.
tures an abundance of information on
places to go and things to do. www.nat-
uralnorthflorida.com.
Trailahassee: A web site where you
can search an incredible variety of
trails in the Tallahassee area by activ-
ity, surface and skill level. Plus, there
are featured trails, blogs and a guide to
outfitters and associations. www.trai-
lahassee.com.
Visit Tallahassee: A web site of
places to go and things to do in Talla-
hassee. Features an Outdoors and Na-
ture page with info on running, hiking,
cycling, paddling and equestrian op-
portunities. www.visittallahassee-
.com.
NOTE: This information is not all-
inclusive and does not imply endorse-
ment of any persons, offices or agen-
cies by Tallahassee Senior Services.
The TSC has a resource coordinator
available to assist seniors, caregivers,
and professionals with senior informa-
tion and referral assistance; for more
information, call 850-891-4043, email
Sandra.Stoutamire@talgov.com or
visit Talgov.com/Seniors.
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Be a Key Holder
Join the Tallahassee Senior Founda-
tion today. Your contribution supports
programs and enhances services. Mail
or drop off your annual membership
contribution at the Tallahassee Senior
Center, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahas-
see FL 32303 or visit TallahasseeSe-
niorFoundation.org/Membership for
more information or to join online.
Membership
Senior Citizen (Age 50+) $30
Senior Couple $50
Supporter (under age 50) $40
Key Holders
Receive a $20 certificate if you be-
come a keyholder or increase your key-
holder level!
Friend $120
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Gold $1,020
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Ruby $1,500
Platinum $2,520
Diamond $5,040
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Gold Key Holder
Linda B. Roberts
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isman; Robert Sanchez; Joann Sapol-
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TALLAHASSEE SENIOR
FOUNDATION BOARD
MEMBERS
Doug Carlson, President; Carol
Thompson-Riley, Vice-President;
Ajay Chadha, Treasurer; Edna Ow-
ens, Secretary; Scott Harrell, Imme-
diate Past President; Danielle Bu-
chanan; Jim Davis, CPA; Nina Davis,
Maicel Green, Kaila Hardee, Jeanie
Martin-Armstrong, Elda Martinko,
Jane Parsons, Linda Roberts, Greg-
ory Turner, Ed.D.; Bryan Desloge,
Emeritus; AJ McMullian, Emeritus;
Sheila Salyer, Executive Director
SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORY
COUNCIL
Steve Gagne, Chair; E. Ann Cleare,
Vice Chair; Abi Moon, Secretary;
Steve Blumsack, Nancy Godette,
Joan Keen, Toni Kilgore, Regina
McQueen, Catherine Mingledorff,
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Sandler, Bernie Smith, Antonio
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Tompkins; Susan Totilas; Freida Tra-
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Whitman; Martha Wigginton; Deborah
Williams; J. David Williams; Pearlie
Williams-Mathis; Louis & Shirley
Anne Williford; John & Patricia Yacala-
vitch; Patricia Yates
Memorial Donations
In memory of: Sandra Connor
By: James Connor
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