Momentum • September/October 2019

Senior Center Newsletter

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September-October 2019

Senior Center

3323 Walters Avenue

Northbrook, IL 60062

Phone: 847-291-2995

Staff

Laura Wassinger

Recreation Supervisor

Kathy Liuzza & JoAnn Nelson

Office Coordinators

Meri Shea

Recreation Manager

Leisure Center Lounge!

Check out the lounge in the Theatre lobby. Read a book, chat with friends, play a game. Complimentary coffee is available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30am until 3pm.

Canasta Annual Luncheon

Wednesday, September 18 from 11:30-3:30pm at the Leisure Center

Share a delicious luncheon with the friends with whom you’ve played all year. Afterwards regular Canasta will be played and the winners will receive prizes. Register by September 11. Sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield.

Member $19 Non-Member $29 Code: 11769

TGIF Bingo & Lunch

Friday, September 20 from Noon-2:30pm at the Leisure Center

End the week playing Bingo with friends. Enjoy a delicious lunch with dessert and win prizes! Register by September 18. Sponsored by Emerald Place. Member $12 Non-Member $19 Code: 11456

Duplicate Bridge Luncheon

Monday, October 7 from 11:30am-3:30pm at the Leisure Center

Join your fellow bridge players for the first Duplicate Bridge Luncheon. Following lunch regular bridge will be played with prizes for the winners. Register by September 30. Sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield. Member $19 Non-Member $29 Code: 11466

Trips & Adventures

Register now! Join us for fun, hassle-free excursions with your friends. Advise staff when registering if you need any reasonable accommodations, such as dietary changes.

1 Light Walking

Short walking distances and no stairs

Mid-Level Walking

Some walking, short periods of standing and some stairs

Chicago History Museum, Chicago

Heavy Walking

Extended periods of walking, standing and stairs

Tuesday, September 24 from 10:45am-4:45pm • Register by September 17

2

Travel by bus to the Chicago History Museum where we will have lunch from the North & Clark Cafe served in the Guild Room. After lunch we will have a guided tour of the Silver Screen exhibit which showcases fashions from Paris, New York, Chicago and Hollywood. See how Hollywood’s glamorous reach extended to all classes in the ‘30s and ‘40s. There will be time to peruse other exhibits at the museum as well as visit the gift shop.

Member $89 Non-Member $109 Code: 11459

The Barber Of Seville At The Lyric Opera, Chicago

Thursday, October 10 from 10:45am-6:15pm • Register by September 9

2

Irrepressible Rosina refuses to marry her pompous old guardian. Meanwhile, a bold young count is eager to win Rosina for himself. The cleverest character in all of Seville is the barber, Figaro, who will bring Rosina and the young count together. Rossini’s music inspires smiles and laughter throughout the score which is what makes Barber the most popular of all operatic comedies. Lunch is included at Rittergut restaurant prior to the performance.

Member $169 Non-Member $189 Code: 11743

Cantigny Park, Wheaton

Tuesday, October 22 from 9:30am-5pm • Register by October 15

3

Travel with us for a full day at Cantigny Park where we will visit the renovated, expansive gardens, experience a tank park, have a guided tour of the McCormick Estate, have lunch and finish with a self-directed tour of the First Division Museum.

Member $75 Non-Member $95 Code: 11460

Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago

Friday, November 1 from 9:45am-5pm • Register by September 30

2

Listen to a Beethoven Violin Concerto, featuring violinist Leonidas Kavakos, conducted by Riccardo Muti. Additional pieces to be performed are DREAM for Orchestra, a world premiere, and Divertimento, from Stravinsky’s The Fairy’s Kiss.

Lunch at The Berghoff Restaurant is included.

Member $165 Non-Member $185 Code: 11744

Refund Policy: All refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% of the program cost. Trips may have nonrefundable deposits and/or special restrictions. Refunds do not apply to program supplies, materials purchased, gift certificates, food and contractual programs.

Classes

All classes and activities are in the Leisure Center unless otherwise noted.

Canasta – Beginner

Learn the basics, review rules and learn as you play.

Member: $69/Non-Member: $89 for 4 classes

Instructor: Terri Argentar

Canasta – Intermediate

Review the rules and learn strategies as you play.

Member: $45/Non-Member: $65 for 2 classes

Instructor: Terri Argentar

Bridge – Beginner I

Learn the most stimulating partnership card game around! Learn basic bidding and playing in a stressfree environment. Sign up with a friend or partner or come to meet new ones. You will be playing bridge at the end of this class. No class 10/9

Resident: $95/Non-Resident: $125 for 6 classes

ACBL Accredited Teacher: Phyllis Bartlett

Bridge – Beginner II

These lessons are geared to the continuing student who has had Beginning Bridge I or the returning player who wants to update bidding skills. Declarer play, defense and simple conventions will be emphasized. No class 10/8

Resident: $95/Non-Resident: $125 for 6 classes

ACBL Accredited Teacher: Phyllis Bartlett

Days Times Dates Code Tuesday 6:30pm-8:30pm

NEW! Brain Aerobics

Learn how to keep your memory sharp in this 4-week interactive class. Based upon the latest research findings these engaging, fun activities will kick start your brain exercise program. Register by 8/30.

Resident: $45/Non-Resident: $55 for 4 classes

Instructor: Joni Gatz-Bauman

Bridge – Advanced Beginner

The goal of this class is to prepare students to move into duplicate bridge. A knowledge of bidding, playing, and defensive skills is required.

Prerequisite: Beginner I and Beginner II Bridge, and recommendation of instructor. No class 9/30

Resident: $95/Non-Resident: $125 for 6 classes

ACBL Accredited Teacher: Phyllis Bartlett

NEW! Beginning Wheel Throwing

Learn and become comfortable with the basic techniques of throwing such as centering, pulling cylinders and glazing. Create your own mugs, bowls and plates.

Resident: $159/Non-Resident: $179 for 6 classes

Instructor: Heidi Ross

Date Code

Introduction to Ceramics

Learn the basics of ceramics. In this class you will learn coil, slab and hand-building techniques as well as low fire clay and different glazes. No class 9/30.

Resident: $149/Non-Resident: $179

Instructor: Sharon Robbins

Activities

Questions about

NEW! Acrylic Pour Painting Class

Learn to create beautiful, abstract paintings with acrylic paint pouring techniques. The results will amaze you! This class is for everyone—no experience necessary. All supplies are provided. No class 9/30.

Resident: $159/Non-Resident: $179 for 6 classes

Instructor: Sue Schmittroth

Days Times Dates Code

Monday Noon-3pm 9/16-10/28 11441

Ceramics – Open Workshop

Express your creativity with clay. All levels receive individual attention, along with a variety of clays, glazes and basic tools. All materials provided. Class includes 20 pounds of clay. Additional clay available for $7.50 per 5 lbs.

Instructor: Sharon Robbins

Days Times Dates Code

Resident: $210/Non-Resident: $240 for 6 classes

Tuesday Noon-3pm 9/17-10/22 11437

Friday Noon-3pm 9/20-10/25 11439

Resident: $279/Non-Resident: $309 for 8 classes

Tuesday Noon-3pm 10/29-12/17 11438

Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to create works of art from a simple pair of needles and yarn. New and experienced students are welcome. Our experienced instructor teaches fundamentals and helps with difficult projects. Participants supply materials.

Resident: $85/Non-Resident: $105 for 6 classes

Instructor: Sharon Robbins

Days Times Dates Code

Thursday 7pm-8:30pm 9/19-10/24 11442

Lunch and Movie

Enjoy a catered lunch, dessert and other treats while you watch a movie with friends from Noon-3pm.

Tuesday, September 10

Paddleton

This is a story about two misfit neighbors who embark on an unexpected and emotional journey when the younger man is diagnosed with terminal cancer. Ray Romano and Mark Duplass give first class performances in a movie that is funny, bittersweet and poignant. Tissues will be provided and lunch will be served. Sponsored by Citadel of Northbrook .

Member: $9/Non-Member: $12 Code: 10868

Tuesday, October 15

At Eternity’s Gate

This film is a journey inside the world and mind of Vincent Van Gogh who despite skepticism, ridicule and illness, created some of the world’s most beloved and stunning works of art. Register by October 11.

Sponsored by Brandel Health and Rehab.

Member: $9/Non-Member: $15 Code: 11447

Tuesday, November 19

They Shall Never Grow Old Peter Jackson directs this award-winning homage to the British troops of the First World War with never-before-seenfootage of soldiers as they faced the fear and uncertainty of frontline battle in Belgium. Register by November 15. Sponsored by Right at Home.

Member: $9/Non-Member: $15 Code: 11446

Activities

All classes and activities are in the Leisure Center unless otherwise noted.

Speaker Series

Breaking News on Medicare and Social Security Updates

Tuesday, September 17 from 1-2:30pm

Join Emma Bradford from Advocate Financial Partners as she provides important information about Medicare and Social Security you will want to know. Light refreshments will be served. Register by September 13.

Member: Free/Non-Member: $5 Code: 11770

Soaring with the Birds

Tuesday, October 29 from 1-2:30pm

Alyse Burman of the Wildbird Shack will present on "Soaring with the Birds". This program introduces you to the birds that you will see in your backyard year-round, plus some that stop at your feeder only during migration. Learn about their unique behaviors and why birds are so important to our environment. Each participant will be able to make a pine cone bird feeder to take home with them. Register by October 24.

Member: $15/Non-Member: $19 Code: 11914

AARP Driver Safety Course

Thursday, September 12 and Friday, September 13

Thursday, October 17 and Thursday, October 24

All classes are from 9am-1pm

Sharpen your driving skills with a class geared toward drivers age 50 and older. Pre-registration is required, with checks payable to AARP. Drivers must attend both days. Call 847-291-2995 to register.

AARP Member: $15/Non-Member: $20

NEW! Dragonfly Pin Jewelry-Making Workshop

Saturday, October 19 from Noon-3pm

Leisure Center Instructor: Sue Schmittroth

Create beautiful jewelry shaped into a dragonfly or a butterfly. Make your own wearable art using beads and wire. All materials are provided.

Resident: $49/Non-Resident: $59 Code: 11445

Barbara Rinella Presents Fly Girls

Thursday, October 17 from 11:30am-2pm

Sunset Ridge Country Club

2100 Sunset Ridge Road, Northfield

Barbara Rinella brings to life the story Fly Girls, written by Keith O’Brien and based on Amelia Earhart and her four brave women friends who loved flying, had power and soared into aviation history in the ‘20s and ‘30s. Join us for a spirited performance and delicious meal in a beautiful venue. Register by October 10. Sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield.

Member: $45/Non-Member: $55 Code: 11448

TGIF Halloween Bingo Luncheon

Friday, October 25 from Noon-2:30pm Leisure Center

Treat yourself to Halloween Bingo, complete with lunch! Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes! Register by October 19.

Member: $15/Non-Member: $19 Code: 11462

Fitness Classes

Ageless Grace

This anti-aging fitness program for the brain and body is composed of 21 simple exercises which each work a different system of the body, while activating the brain’s areas of strategic planning and memory recall.

Village Green Center

Member: $39/Non-Member $49 for 4 classes

Instructor: Sharon Wilk

Days Times Dates Code

Thursdays 2pm-3pm 9/12-10/10 11721

Cardio Rhythmics

Focus on fitness with light weights.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:15-10:15am

Save with a Swipe Card: Members/Non-Members: $36/$45 for 12 classes, $60/$72 for 24 classes. Drop-in available—pay $5 at the front desk before class.

Instructors: Phyllis Williams (M, F), Carol King (W)

Chair Yoga

Exercises are done in a chair or standing. No class 9/30, 10/9

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

Certified Instructor: Olga Rudiak

Joints In Motion

Exercises are designed for those with arthritis, stenosis, fibromyalgia or joint replacements.

Member: $49/Non-Member $59 for 6 classes

Certified Instructor: Judy Bishop

Sit and BeFIT

Enjoy a lively workout while seated. No class 10/9

Member: $45/Non-Member: $55 for 5 classes

Instructor: Carol King

Fitness Classes

Tai Chi

This Chinese exercise improves balance and flexibility.

No class 11/12

Member: $49/Non-Member: $59 for 6 classes

Instruction: Taoist Chi Society

Days Times Dates Code

Tuesday

W.O.W. (Wonderful Overall Workout)

This cardio class will work your muscles and strengthen your core while using hand weights.

Member: $49/Non-Member: $59 for 6 classes

Instructor: Carol King

Days Times Dates Code

Thursday

Thursday 9:15am-10:15am 10/17-11/21

Yoga

Slow, sustained stretching movements and breathing exercises keep your body in tune.

No class 9/30, 10/8, 11/26, 11/28, 11/29

Certified Instructor: Maxine (25+ years of experience)

Days Times Dates(#) Code

Resident: $89/Non-Resident: $109 for 12 classes

Tuesday

Resident: $95/Non-Resident: $115 for 13 classes

Thursday

Monday

Resident: $105/Non-Resident: $125 for 14 classes

Friday

Yoga for Golfers

This class will help you increase flexibility, work on power and stability, and cultivate a calmer state of mind to play longer and stronger. No yoga experience required.

Resident: $75/Non-Resident: $95 for 12 classes

Certified Yoga for Golfers Instructor: Megan Miller

Days Times Dates(#) Code

Monday Noon-1pm 10/21-11/18 11423

Zumba Gold

This dance workout uses Latin music and easy-tofollow dance moves mixed with aerobics.

Drop-in fee is $10 per class.

Certified Instructor: Oxana Ivlicheva Days Times Dates Code

Member: $45/Non-Member: $55 for 6 classes

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

Member: $25/Non-Member $35 for 3 classes

Drop-In Indoor Pickleball

Drop in with your paddle during select times and enjoy the game!

Leisure Center (1 Court)

3323 Walters Avenue | Fridays from 8-10:30am

Greenbriar Gym (2 Courts)

Greenbriar School, 1225 Greenbriar Lane

Visit nbparks.org for scheduled adult drop-in times.

Admission Daily Fee: $5 per person

Swipe Card: $35 for 10 admissions

Daily Schedule

Programs shown in orange are free for members.

Connect with us at nbparks.org and follow us on Facebook!

Questions? Call 847-291-2995

Important Drop-In Information

• We need your help! Sign in for each drop-in program you attend to help us determine the popularity of programs and if we are effectively utilizing our rooms. We want to keep your favorite programs in the schedule.

• There is a liability waiver on the reverse side of each sheet which must be signed. It is a participation requirement for all drop-in programs.

• Arrive on time for table card games out of courtesy to the group and ensure your placement at a table. There is no reserving seats for drop-in card games.

• Access to drop-in program rooms may be available up to 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. This is determined by room availability and set-up requirements. Those arriving early for a drop-in program are invited to sit in the theatre lobby. Self-serve coffee is available Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30am-3pm.

Saturday 11am-3:30pm Mah Jongg Noon-4pm Mixed Poker

Sunday 11am-3:30pm Mah Jongg* Noon-4pm Mixed Poker* (*begins September 8)

Note: Last day for Walking Club and Bocce is Friday, October 25th.

Senior Center Memberships

Renew your membership for 2019: $30 for residents and $45 for non-residents. Members receive discounts and free access to drop-in programs. Questions? Call 847-291-2995 today!

Welcome New Members

Sandy Aronin

Ashis Banergi

Barbara Barry

Barbara Brandin

Mimi Cohen

Myrna Cohen

Get Well Wishes

Joyce Freund

Chuck Sansone

Shirley Douglas

Dennis George

Arlrne Grossman

Shirley Halvorsen

Joyce Harold

Donna Harkins

In Memory of...

Irv Cohn

David Holzman

Beverly Hurwitz

Aleksander Jagielski

Susan Katz Singer

Maureen Kelly

Julie Koslow

Linda Martea

Bari Michelon

Luke Morretti

Isabel Mussman

Roberta Nelson

Naomi Sakashita

In Memory of Irv Cohn, a comical caricurist and friend, from Maryanne Misevich.

Herb Katz — Herb started the Northbrook Park District's art class, Palette Pals, providing artistic instruction to many over the years.

In Memory of Herb Katz, an outstanding artist and friend, from Maryanne Misevich.

Donations

Special thanks to Ruth Byrne and Sheila Russakov for their donations to the Senior Center.

Thanks to Rosewood in West Lafayette, Indiana for the donation of several jigsaw puzzles added to the collection used for the ongoing puzzle station in the library.

Grateful appreciation to Joanne Cohn for the generous donation of art supplies to the Senior Art Program.

Senior Center Library

Enjoy the considerable collection of books available to members for a free checkout, or stay and read for a while. Return a book and take out another at your own pace, without worrying about fines. Feel free to work on the community puzzle when you visit.

The Lending Closet

The Northbrook Park District lends medical equipment to Northbrook residents and Senior Center members for up to three months. Equipment includes canes, crutches, raised toilet seats, portable commodes, shower seats/benches, walkers and wheelchairs. Although there is no charge to check out an item, items not returned within three months incur a $25 service fee. Items must be reserved the business day prior to item pick-up. We cannot provide supervision, training or adjustment of the equipment. If adjustments are necessary, borrowers can contact their physician or physical therapist. Call 847-291-2995 for information.

Celebrating September Birthdays

September

New Activity Center at Techny Prairie Park

Setting sights on a future of active play, health and fitness for the community, Park District officials broke ground July 10 for your new Activity Center at Techny Prairie Park. The 44,220 square foot facility will be a Net Zero building, which means it is highly energy efficient! The Park District has allocated $16 million for this project. Construction is expected to be complete in winter 2020/2021. Membership and program information will be available July 2020.

New Activity Center Features:

• Indoor walking/running track

• Multipurpose gymnasium for basketball, pickleball and volleyball

• Fitness space for individual cardio, strength training and group fitness

• Multipurpose room and office space

Sportsman’s Country Club Improvements

Plans are moving forward on upgrades at Sportsman’s Country Club that will enhance the golf experience for Northbrook residents and guests.

Work is slated to begin late 2019, the project includes:

• New clubhouse with improved dining experience

• Classic 18 greens and East 9 irrigation

• Practice Range enhancements

• Re-branding

Sportsman’s will close after the 2019 season and re-open in 2021. During the closure, Northbrook Park District residents will receive resident rates at Park District of Highland Park’s Sunset Valley Golf Club. Additional agreements with other nearby communities also may be pursued.

Follow the progress of this project at nbparks.org.