Momentum • July/August 2020

Special Edition – Senior Center Newsletter July-August 2020

Inside This Issue

Hello everyone!

It hardly seems possible that it’s been more than three months since we’ve seen one another at the Senior Center . I have been lucky to be able to see many of you as I have delivered masks, books or puzzles . You’ve been so wonderful to me!

Special thanks to Marcia for the personal delivery of delicious home-baked mandel and banana breads . Kudos to Mady for her gift of amazing homemade spanakopita . Eileen Fine gave me a chocolate muffin and Daisy lent me some of her birthday books to read . Liz, thanks for the tour of your beautiful yard and the taste of a sorrel leaf—I now have some growing in my garden . Finally, to Marv, thanks for continuing to come up with new jokes .

We are excited to be making plans for July programming . I’m very happy to announce the Senior Center will be temporarily relocated to the Village Green Center, 1810 Walters Avenue . The Northbrook Park District has determined that separating the seniors from the camp kids will keep everyone safer with fewer opportunities of exposure . Village Green Center offers plenty of space for physical distancing where we will provide much of the familiar programming you enjoy .

Laura Wassinger

Recreation Supervisor

If I can be of any assistance to you and your family, leave a voicemail at 847-897-6162 or send me a message at lwassinger@nbparks.org and you will be contacted between 9am and 5pm, Monday-Friday.

Katie Kotloski

Recreation Division Manager

Your homes are lovely . I’ve visited safely with you while you were in your pajamas or robes at your doors, in your lobbies or yards . Thank you, Luella, for wearing your pretty earrings in anticipation of my visit! The wonderful reception by you and your girls made me cry!

In-person indoor programs will be available in July along with a variety of virtual programs, for those of you who use Zoom . If you don't know how to use Zoom, we have a free class to help! A staff member will walk you through the program .

There are a lot of changes . Some of your programs will take place a little later in the day than you’re used to and only 18 people will be allowed in the room at the same time . You will need to register for each activity, even the “drop-ins .” I know this sounds like a lot of fuss but it is how we will control the number of people in the room to keep us safe!

I’d love for you to join me for my free Senior Center Virtual Weekly Update every Thursday at 3pm . Register at nbparks .org with code #14173 . It will be great to catch up and have a few laughs . I will share updates with you and answer questions . As always, I look forward to seeing you . If you have any questions, call or email me .

Laura Wassinger

Senior Center Updates

Updates due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

Thank you for your continued support of the Northbrook Park District! We are following the CDC and State of Illinois guidelines for reopening . For general Park District updates, visit nbparks .org/COVID-19 .

Canceled Programs and Events

If an activity is canceled, you will receive a full refund for the paid amount . If you have questions email customerservice@nbparks .org or call 847291-2993, Monday-Friday between 9am and 5pm . Refunds will be applied in form of payment originally made .

Lending Closet Update

Wanted: Emails and Cell Phone Numbers!

An important thing we’ve learned from the COVID -19 pandemic is the Senior Center needs accurate emails and cell phone numbers to effectively communicate with you . Many of our members rarely give out their email address because they don’t want to be overloaded with emails . But we now know this is a great way to keep in touch . An email address is also necessary in order to be able to participate in Park District virtual programming .

In the coming weeks you may be contacted by Park District customer service staff to update email addresses . Many of our emails to you have bounced back as undeliverable when we were trying to send important updates .

If you have not received our communications and/ or if we don't have your phone number or email address, please call 847-291-2993 to update your contact information .

For those who have Lending Closet items for which the three-month time period has expired or is about to expire, the Northbrook Park District is extending the terms of your agreement at no charge . The Leisure Center is closed to the public at this time . Call 847-291-2995 to set up an appointment to borrow or return equipment .

Activities to Share

Have you finished your last book or puzzle and can't get a new one because you are staying home? Don’t despair, we are here to help! If you would like to borrow a book from our Lending Library or a puzzle from our inventory, or even need yarn to help keep busy, contact us to arrange a no-contact delivery or pick up .

Card Playing Temporily On-Hold

Per the Governor’s Executive Order, in-person card games are unable to be offered at this time . The Northbrook Park District continues to monitor guidelines from the CDC and the State of Illinois and we will resume card game drop-ins and classes once restrictions are lifted .

Senior Center Updates

Updates due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

Fire Chief David Crawford Addresses Medical Care Concerns

Northbrook Fire Department's Deputy Chief David Crawford wants to assure seniors about obtaining medical care during the COVID-19 pandemic .

Although the fear is understandable, especially for seniors, Chief Crawford says the reluctance and delay of going to the emergency room for health emergencies or even to a regular doctor's appointment can cause serious, even fatal outcomes . Crawford wants people to know hospitals and medical facilities have instituted safe practices for all visits, including separate entrances .

If you need to call 9-1-1 please don’t wait due to fears of an ambulance being unsafe! The emergency medical staff are dressed in protective gear and Chief Crawford assures that each time an ambulance returns from a call it is meticulously sanitized in preparation for the next patient .

Crawford also wants to remind seniors there are a variety of ways to communicate with your physician in addition to in-person visits . Your doctor may be willing to do a telephone or a video visit . Opting for a video visit may require an easily obtained Zoom account . If you need help with this consider signing up for our free Zoom class (see next article) .

Summer Guide Online

Connect with Zoom

You may have attended Zoom classes or programs or Google hangout meetings with your families and friends . Most of us have come to realize what a great option virtual communication provides . You may even be able to visit your doctor for medication refills or a follow-up visit using Zoom or a similar service .

If you haven’t participated in a Zoom program and want to try, we want to help! Once you sign up for a virtual program you will be sent an email with a meeting instructions link . A link is a strange looking line with letters, numbers and punctuation strung together—underlined and in a different color, usually at the bottom of the message . Next you will click on that link, the link opens, and the screen prompt will ask you to join the meeting . You will click on the button and your host will let into the meeting at the appropriate time .

To use the Zoom program, you need to create a Zoom account by going to Zoom .com . Click on create account to get started .

If you sign up for a class or a program and have trouble making things work, don’t worry! We have staff here during all Zoom programs to assist you with any problems . Call 847-291-2995 for assistance .

Sign up for one of our Free! Virtual Intro to Zoom 2-week classes . either July 22 and 29 (code #14399) or August 19 and 26 (code #14400) .

Due to rapidly changing information concerning the COVID-19 pandemic, the Northbrook Park District has decided to offer the Summer Guides only online at nbparks .org in order to bring you the most updated information about classes, events and other activities . The July edition is available now at nbparks .org .

Senior Center Updates

Updates due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

Thank you for your continued support of the Northbrook Park District! We are following the CDC and State of Illinois guidelines for reopening . For general Park District updates, visit nbparks .org/COVID-19 .

Our Crafty Ladies are Heroes!

The Northbrook Senior Center Crafty Ladies accepted the challenge to make enough cloth face coverings for each Senior Center member to have one . It quickly became apparent there was a need to supply masks for every person living with Senior Center members, including adult children or caretakers .

We would like to say thanks to the Crafty Ladies, a dedicated and positive group who have made hundreds of masks for our members in a variety of designs . The group includes: Janet Brady, Mary Lynn Saks, Usha Vakharia, Marilyn Ramirez and Sue Winer . They are kind, amazing and talented women!

If you haven’t yet received your free cloth face covering from the Northbrook Park District Senior Center, email lwassinger@nbparks .org or call 847-897-6162 and I will arrange to get you one . Besides being required public face wear the face coverings are good-looking and reversible .

Face Covering Reminders

• Be mindful as you put on and remove your masks to not touch the outside of the mask

• Double-check hearing aids to make sure they don't get accidently pulled out

• Watch your earrings when putting on and taking off face coverings

• Hang or lay face coverings flat to dry after washing

• Avoid using the clothes dryer as it could damage the elastic

• Never iron your face mask, the heat will damage the elastic

Usha Vakharia

Mary Lynn Saks

Sue Winer and Janet Brady

Marilyn Ramirez

Senior Center Updates

In Remembrance

Our condolences to the families and friends of those we have lost .

Jack Kolof Ted Czerkies

Special Thanks

The Senior Center was the recipient of a $700 donation from one of its members who offered to share their stimulus check with us . The donator wishes to remain anonymous . We gratefully accept this considerable generosity and amazing gesture of support during a difficult time .

Delores Beinlich donated several perfectly-sized, beautiful baskets to the Senior Center to use for our Holiday Party raffle .

Thank you to the Glenbrook Chinese American Community for its donation of 300 disposable face masks . The thoughtful and generous support of the Senior Center is greatly appreciated . The masks will be used by members and patrons who have forgotten to bring a mask for programs as well as staff when they return to work .

Nutrition Assistance

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Northfield Township Food Pantry is offering food to anyone who needs it .

Jill Brickman, the township supervisor who oversees the Pantry, states the process works best when new clients complete a simple application online .

Physical distancing is in place at the Pantry so after you order online, drive to the Pantry and the food will be placed directly into the car .

If you are not able to place your order online, you may drive to the Food Pantry and call from the parking lot . Someone will assist you through the process . Although the process is simple it may take a little longer than ordering online .

If for whatever reason you are unable to drive to the food pantry, call and arrangements can be made to have food delivered to you .

Website twp . northfield . il . us/pantry

Phone 847-724-8300

Address 2550 Waukegan Road, Glenview

Hours Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm Thurs: 8:30am-7pm

Closed Saturday & Sunday

Food Insecurity

What does it mean to be food insecure? According to Bob Tucker, who represents Hunger Free Northbrook, it means there is a lack of consistent access to enough food for an active healthy life .

If you or someone you know needs help call 847-272-1700 or visit hungerfreenorthbrook .org for more information .

Daily Schedule

Programs shown in BLUE are free for members.

Weekly Schedule Starts the Week of July 13

Weekly Schedule Starts the Week of July 13

The activities in blue shown on this page are free to members; however, advance registration is now required to ensure compliance with the current group size restrictions . Waiting lists will be utilized if numbers exceed maximums Register at nbparks .org or call 847-291-2995 . Participants should have a face covering and be prepared to practice physical distancing in all programs . In event of inclement weather, Walkie Talkies will be canceled .

Activities in BLUE are free for Senior Center Members. Advanced registration is required. See page 7 for registration information. Visit nbparks.org or call 847-291-2995 to

Why Village Green Center?

Village Green has a large room now dedicated to Senior Programing . This change has been made to allow the Park District to maintain physical distance among pre-registered participants in an effort to promote safety during programs and events . The Village Green is accessible with an abundance of parking reserved for our use . We are excited to offer this premier downtown location to our valued Senior Center members .

9-10am

1-3pm

2:30-4pm

Member Drop-In Programs

Free Drop-In Programs are open to Members only and registration is required. Register in-person at the Northbrook Sports Center, online at nbparks.org or call 847-291-2995 to register over the phone.

In-Person Programs for Members

Art Studio

Bring your own supplies and get creative with like-minded people! Share techniques such as oils, pencils and acrylics with other participants .

Location: Village Green Center

Days Times Dates Code

Thursday 1:30am-4pm 7/16-9/3 14171

Current Events

Discuss breaking news stories with a spirited group in a friendly environment .

Location: Village Green Center

Days Times Dates Code

Tuesday 12:30pm-1:30pm 7/14-9/1 14162

Humanities

This discussion group focuses on short fictional stories and famous speeches . Group leader Bill Schwartz assigns various readings to be read in advance to prepare for lively discussions and shared ideas . The nicest group of smart people welcomes all newcomers .

Location: Village Green Center

Days Times Dates Code

Friday 10:30am-12:30pm 7/17-9/4 14172

Knitting and Crocheting Group

Gather to share your hobby to create items for donation to charitable organizations as well as work on personal projects in a pleasant and supportive environment . All skill levels are welcome .

Location: Village Green Center

Days Times Dates Code

Wednesday 10am-Noon 7/15-9/2 14164

Sewing and Crafts

Enjoy companionship and creativity with a group of busy, friendly people led by Janet Brady .

Location: Village Green Center

Days Times Dates Code

Monday Noon-3pm 7/13-8/31 14161

Park Larks

(Park Lark Membership Required)

Join this enthusiastic group as they share songs, music and companionship . No auditions or supplies are required—just a love of singing! This activity is for Park Lark members only . To join the Park Larks, call 847-291-2995 .

Location: Village Green Center

Days Times Dates Code

Thursday 11am-12:30pm 7/16-9/3 14170

Walkie Talkies

(formerly know as Walking Club)

Enjoy a walk around our beautiful parks . Registration is required and physical distancing is enforced . Walkie Talkies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather .

Starting July 15

Every Wednesday from 9am-10am

Meet at Wood Oaks Green Park shelter, 1150 Sanders Road . Sign up with code: 14214

Starting July 17

Every Friday from 9am-10am

Meet at Techny Prairie Park and Fields by the Anetsberger Golf Shop, 1750 Techny Road . Sign up with code: 14215

In-Person Programs

All programs on this page are held at the Village Green Center. Register in-person at the Northbrook Sports Center, online at nbparks.org or call 847-291-2995 to register over the phone.

In-Person Programs

In-person programing begins in July based on the requirements of the Restore Illinois plan outlined by Governor Pritzker . The Senior Center will be temporarily located at the Village Green Center located at 1810 Walters Avenue in downtown Northbrook . Senior programs including fitness classes and a variety of familiar and new programs will be available .

Important Guidelines

• All programs, including “drop-in” programs for members, require advance registration Register online or call 847-291-2995 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday .

• No more than a total of 18 people may be present at any given time, including staff .

• Participants must maintain physical distance of 6 feet .

• All participants must wear a facial covering when indoors and when physical distancing is not possible .

• Village Green Center will maintain a regular cleaning schedule .

• Hand sanitizer will be available for participant use before and during activities .

• Participants may arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to the program and must leave at the listed end time to allow for cleaning between activities

• If you are unable to attend a program for which you’ve registered call 847-291-2995 so the next person on the wait list may be notified to fill that spot .

• Coffee service will no longer be available to members . Each person must bring his/her own beverages .

Lunch and Movie

Location: Village Green Center

Enjoy a boxed lunch (dessert included!) and bottled beverages while you watch a movie with friends from Noon-3pm .

July 14 – Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio star in this Oscar award-winning Quentin Tarantino film . One of the lead characters is a former TV star and the other is his longtime stunt double . Both are struggling to make it in a Hollywood they don’t recognize anymore . Register by July 12 .

Member: $9/Non-Member: $15 Code: 12809

August 4 – Parasite (Laura's Pick!)

Spend an afternoon watching the darkly funny, complex movie that won four Oscars this year, including best film and best foreign film . The wealthy entitlements of the Park family are compared to difficult life on the streets of the Kims as they develop a delicate symbiotic relationship . Register by August 3 .

Member: $9/Non-Member: $15 Code: 13213

The Peony Project

Friday, August 14 from 2:30pm-4pm Location: Village Green Center

Learn about this exciting project involving the Northbrook Garden Club, the Historical Society and the Northbrook Park District . Together they are preserving over 150 heritage peonies from over 3 acres of the original Northbrook Gardens . There will be a presentation which will include gorgeous photos and time for discussion .

Member: FREE/Non-Member: $10 Code: 13454

In-Person Programs

Day programs are held at Village Green Center and evening at the Leisure Center. Register in-person at the Northbrook Sports Center, online at nbparks.org or call 847-291-2995 to register over the phone.

In-Person Beginning Mah Jongg

Ready to try Mah Jongg? This class is for those wanting to brush up on skills or just have fun while building brainpower . Learn a fascinating, interactive game! Each participant will be provided a Mah Jongg set for in-person use during class and physical distancing will be practiced .

Instructor: Trudy Cooper

Location: Village Green Center

Resident: $95/Non-Resident $115 for 5 classes

In-Person Knitting and Crocheting

Learn basic knitting to create works of art from a simple pair of needles and yarn . New and experienced students are welcome . An experienced instructor teaches fundamentals and helps with individual projects . Participants supply materials . Instructor will contact participants prior to first class with supply list instructions .

Location: Village Green Center

Resident: $69/Non-Resident $89 for 5 classes

In-Person Needle Wool Felting

Learn the basic process of needle felting . By taking raw wool (roving) and using special needles we will make little felted creatures and other objects . Supplies will be provided .

Location: Village Green Center

Resident: $125/Non-Resident $145 for 5 classes

In-Person Painting with Wool

Learn the basic process for painting with wool . Weave wool fibers into felt to make beautiful landscape pieces of art . Supplies will be provided .

Location: Village Green Center

Resident: $85/Non-Resident $105 for 4 classes

In-Person Beginning Acrylic Pour Painting

Learn to create beautiful, abstract paintings with a simple acrylic paint pouring technique . The results are amazing! All supplies are provided .

Instructor: Sue Schmittroth

Location: Leisure Center

Resident: $199/Non-Resident $219 for 4 classes

In-Person Intro to Ceramics

Learn how to express your creativity using the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques . Students receive individual attention, along with a variety of clays, glazes and basic tools . Materials provided .

Location: Leisure Center

Resident: $149/Non-Resident $169 for 5 classes

In-Person Ceramics – Open Workshop

Work with clay, using the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques . Materials provided .

Location: Leisure Center

Resident: $209/Non-Resident $229 for 6 classes

Virtual Programs

Virtual Programs

The virtual activities listed on these pages are online; a Zoom link will be emailed at least 24 hours prior to program start time This link is per screen; if multiple people from the same household wish to participate only one person from the household needs to register . Register for a free Zoom account at zoom .com . Call 847-291-2995 for assistance .

FREE! Virtual Senior Center Weekly Update

Every Thursday, June 25-September 3 from 3-3:30pm on Zoom

Sign up at nbparks.org with code 14173

Grab a cup of coffee and a couple of cookies and join Senior Center Supervisor Laura Wassinger for the latest information about upcoming programs and events, updates regarding the Senior Center or just to say hello . This program is available to anyone who is a member or is considering becoming a member .

FREE! Virtual Intro to Zoom

Interested in learning more about how to Zoom with friends and family? Join us for a three-week, informal, question and answer-style class where you can learn by practicing in Zoom with assistance from our staff . Participants will need to have a device with which to access Zoom

Fee: Free for 2-week session

Virtual Learn Online Canasta

Canasta is a fun card game for 1-5 players . Learn the fundamentals of the game as played online Online Canasta is a useful learning tool so playing becomes familiar . This will provide great preparation for a future Intermediate Class, which offers additional strategies .

Join us in this unique adventure!

Fee: $55 for 4 classes

Virtual TGIF Bingo For Seniors

Join Senior Center Supervisor Laura Wassinger for bingo! A Bingo Card will be emailed or delivered to participants prior to the event and gift card prizes will be awarded . Participants will need to provide their own Bingo markers

Friday, July 31 from 2-3pm

Fee: $5 Code: 14381

Friday, August 28 from 2-3pm

Fee: $5 Code: 14382

Virtual Leslie Goddard presents Tea for Three, Lady Bird, Pat and Betty Tuesday, July 21 1pm-3:15pm Leslie Goddard enlightens us as to what it was like for three famous women whose husbands became the president of the United States . This portrayal explores the hopes and fears of Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon and Betty Ford in this sly, witty and deeply moving performance . This performance was written by Eric H . Weinberger and Elaine Bromka . Sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield .

Fee: $15 Code: 14175

Virtual Barry Bradford presents

Aaron Sorkin

Tuesday, August 25 from 2:30pm-4pm From A Few Good Men to The Social Network, from The West Wing to The Newsroom, Aaron Sorkin has created some of the most memorable movies and talked about television shows of the past two decades . What is the secret of his success? Barry Bradford presents a collection of film and television clips as well as his insights to explain it .

Fee: $10 Code: 14174

Virtual Activities Require a Zoom account. We will help you set it up!

Each row, column and square (9 spaces each) needs to be filled out with the numbers 1-9, without repeating any numbers within the row, column or square .

Fitness Classes

Heart rate is 68-92 beats/min . Moderate

Heart rate is 93-to-118 beats/min . High

Heart rate is over 119 beats/min .

In-Person Programs

Programs may be indoors or outdoors depending on weather.

Chair Yoga

Enjoy improved physical strength, flexibility, relaxation and mental clarity . Exercises are done in a chair or standing, not on the floor . Please bring your own yoga strap and yoga block, if needed . Dress in comfortable clothing .

Certified Instructor: Olga Rudiak

Location: Village Green Center/Park

Member: $65/Non-Members: $75 for 6 classes Days

Joints In Motion

This class is designed for those with arthritis, fibromyalgia, stenosis of the back or joint replacements . Focus is on balance and range-ofmotion while listening to motivating music .

Certified Instructor: Judy Bishop

Location: Village Green Center/Park

Days Times Dates Code

Member: $29/Non-Member $39 for 3 classes

Tuesday 11am-Noon 7/14-7/28

Member: $35/Non-Member $45 for 4 classes Tuesday

W.O.W. (Wonderful Overall Workout)

Work all muscle groups and strengthen your core in this fun, upbeat class . Enjoy a great workout by combining low, non-impact cardio with interval breaks using hand weights . Balance, flexibility and mat work are included in this class .

Instructor: Carol King

Location: Village Green Center/Park

Member: $35/Non-Member: $45 for 4 classes

Fitness Classes

Zumba Gold

Enjoy this dance workout that uses Latin music and easy-to-follow dance moves with aerobics .

Certified Instructor: Axana Ivlicheva

Location: Village Green Center/Park

Days Times Dates Code

Member: $29/Non-Member: $39 for 3 classes

Tuesday 9:30am-10:30am 7/14-7/28 13267

Member: $35/Non-Member: $45 for 4 classes

Tuesday 9:30am-10:30am 8/4-8/25 14210

Yoga

Use the slow, sustained stretching movements and breathing exercises of yoga to help your body become relaxed, firmed, toned and strengthened . Exercises gently take joints through their full range of motion . All fitness levels are welcome . Please bring your own yoga mat and yoga block .

Certified Instructor: Sharon Stark

Location: Village Green Center/Park

Member: $49/Non-Member: $69 for 5 classes

Virtual Yoga with Sharon

Use the slow, sustained stretching movements and breathing exercises of yoga to help your body become relaxed, firmed, toned and strengthened . Exercises gently take joints through their full range of motion . All fitness levels are welcome .

Recommended Equipment: Yoga mat or carpeted floor, straps or long belt or towel .

Certified Instructor: Sharon Stark

Location: Online – See page 10 for virtual program information .

Fee: $9 per class

Word Search

Find the flowers and plants located horizontally and vertically below!

Celebrating

IN-PERSON TECH SERIES

Wednesdays from 2:30pm-4pm at the Village Green Center

Use Your Computer Without Fear!

Wednesday, July 8

Afraid of your computer?

Worried if you press the wrong button? Scared of computer viruses and being hacked? You’re not alone! Learn how to practice basic computer safety skills and gain the confidence you want and need .

Member: $5/Non-Member: $15

Code: 13219

TV Without Cable – It’s Easy!

Wednesday, August 5

Sick of paying outrageous cable bills but unsure how to switch to internet to watch your favorite shows and movies? Attend this workshop to learn how simple the process is to reduce your expenses by cutting the cable cord .

Member: $5/Non-Member: $15

Code: 13450

Connecting Remotely

Wednesday, September 2

Learn how to easily connect remotely with your family and friends . Get great tips and practice how to be in touch with those you love!

Member: $5/Non-Member: $15

Code: 13451

Northbrook Park District Presents