Momentum • September/October 2017

Senior Center Newsletter

Inside This Issue

September-October 2017

Senior Center

3323 Walters Avenue

Northbrook, IL 60062

Phone: 847-291-2988

Office Hours

Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Staff

Katie Kotloski

Leisure Center Manager

Cory Griffith

Senior Center Supervisor

Kathy Liuzza & JoAnn Nelson

Office Coordinators

Leisure Center Lounge!

Check out the lounge in the Theatre lobby. Read a book, chat with friends, play a game or enjoy a cup of coffee before or after a program.

Halloween Lunch and Bingo

Friday, October 27 from 11am-1:30pm

Treat yourself to a Halloween lunch with no tricks, just a serving of bingo with prizes, awards for the best costumes, and a spooky good time. Sponsored by Brookdale—Northbrook and Vernon Hills.

Members: $10 Code: 22159

Lunch & Bingo

Wednesday, November 1 from 11:30am-2pm

What is better than a game of Bingo with friends? Bingo with lunch and great prizes of course! Enjoy a catered lunch followed by some bingo and prizes.

Members: $10 Code: 22725

Thanksgiving Luncheon

Friday, November 17 from 11:30am-2pm

Enjoy turkey, all the trimmings and entertainment. This event is sponsored by Radford Green and LifeCare. Register by November 12.

Members: $15 Code: 22174

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. Refunds are limited.

1 Light Walking

Short walking distances and no stairs

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Mid-Level Walking

Some walking, short periods of standing and some stairs

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Heavy Walking

Extended periods of walking, standing and stairs

Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford

Wednesday, September 13 from 8:30am-5:30pm

Surround yourself with nature in an outdoor setting that inspires the mind and energizes the soul. We will have lunch in the timber-lined Visitor Center with floor-to-ceiling windows which offer breathtaking views of the gardens.

Members: $95 Code: 22177

Gangster Bus Tour through Oak Park & River Forest (Take 2) · · ·

Wednesday, October 18 from 9:30am-4pm

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Hop on for a bus tour to visit houses previously owned by major mobsters. Mob historian John Binder will discuss interesting facts. Lunch will precede the tour at Grandma Sally’s. Sponsor: Radford Green and Comfort Keepers

Members: $25 Code: 22178

Lake Geneva Lunch Cruise · · · ·

Tuesday, October 24 from 9:30am-3:30pm

Take a tour aboard the Lake Geneva Cruise Line. We will tour the whole historic lake on the beautiful, climate-controlled Grand Belle of Geneva and enjoy a gourmet plated meal during the cruise.

Members: $119 Code: 22179

Murder Mystery Lunch, Northbrook· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·

Thursday, November 9 from 11:30am-3pm

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Come enjoy a lovely plated lunch at Marcello’s Restaurant in Northbrook with your friends or find some new ones. Prepare yourself for some laughs and bring your best crime-solving skills to figure out who the culprit is. Everyone who would like to participate in the game will play a part. Transportation to the restaurant is on your own.

Members: $89 Code: 22665

Friday, December 1, Christmas Remembered

Wednesday, December 13, A Wonderful Life

Refund Policy: All refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% of the program cost (a minimum of $8), unless placed on account for a future program. 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.

Bridge – Beginner

Learn basic bidding and playing in a stress-free environment. Sign up with a friend or partner or come to meet new ones. (No class 9/20)

Residents: $89/Non-Residents: $99 for 7 classes

ACBL Certified Teacher: Phyllis Bartlett

Days Times Dates Code

Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm 9/13-11/1 22144

Bridge – Intermediate Beginner

Each session combines instruction and play.

Residents: $99/Non-Residents: $125 for 8 classes

ACBL Accredited Teacher: Marcia Plonsker

Days Times Dates Code

Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm 9/12-10/31 22145

Bridge – Advanced Beginner

This class is designed for players who completed beginning classes. Instruction starts with a review and then moves on to conventions. Declarer play with defense will be emphasized with pre-dealt hands.

Residents: $99/Non-Residents: $109 for 8 classes

ACBL Certified Teacher: Phyllis Bartlett

Canasta – Beginner

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

Members: $49 for 4 classes Instructor: Terri Argentar

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Canasta – Intermediate

Review the rules and learn strategies as you play.

Members: $25 for 2 classes Instructor: Terri Argentar Days Times Dates Code Monday

Mahjong – Beginner

New players learn and play Mahjong. Bring a current Mahjong card.

Members: $49 for 5 classes Instructor: Shirley Merar Days Times Dates Code

Thursdays 9:30-11:30am 9/21-10/19 22170

Fridays 9:30-11:30am 9/22-10/20 22171

Mahjong – Intermediate

This class is for people who have taken Beginner and those who want to brush up on their skills. Bring a current Mahjong card.

Members: $39 for 4 classes Instructor: Shirley Merar Days Times Dates Code

Thursdays 9:30-11:30am 10/26-11/16 22172

Fridays 9:30-11:30am 10/27-11/17 22382

Mahjong Tournament

Sunday, October 15 from 10am-2pm

Weinberg Community for Senior Living

Join the Northbrook Park District Senior Center and Weinberg Community for Senior Living for the annual Mahjong Tournament! This social tournament offers prizes, lunch and snacks. There is no rotation; play with friends or let us know if you want to be grouped with others. The tournament follows National Mahjong League rules on the 2017 card. Bring your 2017 card and a mahjong set for your group.

Register by October 4.

Registration Fee: $35 Code: 22173

Lunch and Movie

Enjoy a catered lunch and watch a movie with friends from noon-3pm.

Tuesday, September 12

Beetlejuice

Michael Keaton and Alec Baldwin star in this movie about recently deceased ghosts that contract the services of a "bio-exorcist" to remove the obnoxious new owners of their house.

Members: $6 Code: 22655

Tuesday, October 10

Toy Story

Tom Hanks voices a cowboy doll that is replaced by a space adventurer, voiced by Tim Allen, as a boy’s favorite toy. Toy Story is a modern Disney classic with plenty of laughter and excitement.

Members: $6 Code: 22165

Tuesday, November 14

The Martian

Matt Damon plays an astronaut who becomes stranded on Mars after his team assumes he is dead. He must rely on his ingenuity to find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive.

Members: $6 Code: 22166

Lunch and Learn

Enjoy a delicious lunch and enjoy informative presentations from noon-2pm.

Self Defense for All Ages

Tuesday, September 26

Learn simple and effective self-defense techniques. Brave Way techniques are easy to learn and work regardless of age, strength and size. You can participate in all, some or none of the demonstration, but you will still be able to learn the techniques.

Members: $7 Code: 22169

Intentional Living

Wednesday, October 4

Join Certified Life Coach Carol Nevin for a review of the book Intentional Living by John Maxwell. This book challenges the reader to make a daily, significant difference in others’ lives by developing a focused, determined daily action plan. Are you doing something that will make a difference in peoples’ lives? If not, come and learn how to get started on your purposeful journey.

Members: $7 Code: 22167

Leslie Goddard as Amelia Earhart

Tuesday, November 7

Join historical interpreter Leslie Goddard as she takes on the persona of Amelia Earhart. Earhart’s courageous exploits and spirited personality made her an international celebrity.

Members: $10 Code: 22168

Activities/Classes

Jeopardy and Dessert

Tuesday, October 3 from 2-3:30pm

A television game show in which contestants are given an answer and must respond with a question. (What is Jeopardy?) Test your knowledge with a game of Jeopardy, and enjoy desserts. Register by September 26. Sponsor: Home Instead

Members: $7 Code: 22161

Barbara Rinella: Book Dramatization & Lunch

Thursday, October 12 from 11:30am-2pm

Location: Sunset Ridge Country Club

Author Sally Bedell Smith has created such an intriguing portrait of the man who will be King.

Barbara Rinella dramatizes members of the British Royal Family from Prince Charles: The Passions and Paradoxes of an Improbable Life. Princesses Diana and Kate and others will shed light on one of the oldest heirs to the throne in history. Entrée Choice: Sautéed Breast of Chicken or Grilled Salmon.

Sponsor: Brandel Health & Rehab at Covenant Village of Northbrook

Members: $39 Code: 22142

Tap Dancing – Intermediate/Advanced

Tap your troubles away with exciting tap routines. Previous tap dancing experience is required, along with tap shoes.

Members: $80 for 7 classes Instructor: Ginnie Meyer

Days Times Dates Code

Tuesday 1-2pm 9/12-10/24 22560

Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm 9/13-10/25 22724

The Palette Pals (Oil/Acrylics)

Learn the fundamentals of shading, composition and perspective. A supply list is available at registration; bring materials to the first class.

Members: $69 for 8 classes Instructor: Kathy Kathrein

Days Times Dates Code

Wednesday 1-3pm 9/13-11/1

Ceramics – Open Workshop

Express your creativity with clay, using the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques from sculpture to jewelry. Students at all levels receive individual attention, along with a variety of clays, glazes and basic tools. We provide all materials.

Residents: $239/Non-Residents: $299 for 8 classes

Instructor: Sharon Robbins

Days Times Dates Code

Tuesday Noon-3pm 9/12-10/31 22157

Friday Noon-3pm 9/15-11/3 22380

Small Batch Cooking

Learn simple recipes for one or two people and start cooking efficiently, without all the leftovers. All materials and ingredients will be provided.

Members: $69 for 4 classes

Days Times Dates Code

Knitting and Crocheting –Keeping You in Stitches

Learn to create works of art with yarn and needles. Our experienced instructor teaches fundamentals and assists with projects. Participants supply materials.

Residents: $105/Non-Residents: $135 for 8 classes

Instructor: Sharon Robbins

Days Times Dates Code

Thursday 7-8:30pm 9/14-11/2 22162

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Fitness Classes

Cardio-Rhythmics

Focus on fitness with light weights.

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

Drop-in fee is $5 per class (No class 11/24)

Save with a swipe card:

Members: $36 for 12 classes, $60 for 24 classes

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

Chair Yoga

Exercises are done in a chair or standing.

Instructor: Olga Rudiak

Days Times Dates Code

Members: $99 for 8 classes

Wednesday

Members: $89 for 7 classes

Joints In Motion

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

Members: $55 for 8 classes

Certified Instructor: Judy Bishop Days Times Dates Code Tuesday

Morning Mindfulness Meditation

Begin the day with guided meditation. We will use chairs for seated meditation or bring a mat if you prefer.

Members: $89 for 8 classes

Certified Instructor: Laurie Amram

Times Dates Code Tuesday 9:15-10:15am

NEW! Pilates Plus Weights

This vigorous mat class offers strength-building sequences in lying, standing and kneeling positions for overall body strength. Bring a towel.

Residents: $99/Non-Residents: $125 for 8 classes

Certified Instructor: Margaret Armour Days Times Dates Code Wednesday

Sit and BeFIT

Enjoy a lively workout while seated.

Members: $55 for 8 classes Instructors: Carol King Days Times Dates Code

Tai Chi

This Chinese exercise improves balance and flexibility.

Members: $65 for 8 classes Instruction: Tai Chi Society Days Times Dates Code

Total Body Conditioning

Try three types of fitness: aerobics, strength training and flexibility exercises.

Location: Northbrook Sports Center

Members: $49 for 7 classes

Certified Instructors: Leslye Jones-Beatty (Monday) Anne Hansen (Friday) Days Times Dates Code

Fitness Classes/Activities

W.O.W. (Wonderful Overall Workout)

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

Members: $65 for 8 classes Instructor: Carol King

Days Times Dates Code

Yoga

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

(No class 9/21, 11/23, 11/24)

Certified Instructor: Maxine (25+ years of experience)

Days Times Dates(#) Code

Residents: $95/Non-Residents: $119 for 14 classes

Tuesday 6:30-7:45pm 9/5-12/5

Residents: $85/Non-Residents: $109 for 12 classes

Thursday

Residents: $89/Non-Residents: $115 for 13 classes Friday

Zumba Gold

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

Drop-in fee is $10 per class

Instructors: Lissette Jimenez (Monday), Oxana Ivlicheva (Tuesday & Thursday)

Days Times Dates Code

Members: $65 for 8 classes

Tuesday 9:30-10:30am 9/5-10/24 22250

Thursday 8:45-9:45am 9/7-10/26 22253

Members: $45 for 7 classes

Monday 6-7pm 9/11-10/23 22249

Bocce League

This sport originated in Italy and has become popular worldwide for its ease of play and appeal to all ages. Teams of 2 will compete throughout the season, plus playoffs.

Location: Indian Ridge Park, 3323 Walters Ave.

Residents: $45/Non-Residents: $55 f for 5-week season

Bocce Clinic

Learn the basics of this game, played with composite balls on a turf court. Receive strategy from a bocce expert with international competition experience.

Location: Indian Ridge Park, 3323 Walters Ave.

Members: $9 for 1 class Instructor: Nick Panarese Days Times Dates Code

Monday 1-2:30pm 9/18 22641

Tuesday 6-7:30pm 9/26 22642

Pickleball Clinic

Monday, September 11 and October 16 1:30-3:30pm

Leisure Center Gym

Learn all about this racquet sport from Renee Leight, a former certified USPTA Pro One tennis instructor of 34 years.

Members: $20 September Code: 22726

October Code: 22727

Senior Center Membership

The annual membership fee is only $24 for Northbrook Park District residents and $34 for non-residents. Join or renew now! Membership is not required to participate in programs and activities, but members receive a discount, priority registration, access to drop-in programs and this newsletter. Questions? Call 847-291-2988

Welcome New Members

Gioacchino Accardi

Jerry Baker

Jill Baker

Diane Barounis

Virgilio Batang

Edith Berkson

GET WELL WISHES

Maddie Biscula

Mike Biscula

Antovanet Dilanjian

Martha Drake

Beth Gusloff

Susan Hofmeister

Harmon Kravitz

Joyce Lyon

Richard Schneider

Linda Smoke

Ben Smolensky

Beverly Smolensky

Thelma Weiner from Charlene Urow , Rookie & Leo Becker, Adrianne White, the Wednesday Canasta Group, Cory, JoAnn, Kathy, Stretch, Rubin, George, Katie, Chris, Kim and Betty

Donations in Memory of...

Sandra Mysko from her friends at the Senior Center

Showtimes Every Saturday at 10am & 1pm

October 7-November 11 at the Nor thbrook Theatre, 3323 Walters Avenue

Enjoy a musical experience, from the pages of the beloved, award-winning, best-selling children's books. Follow the adventures of Gerald and Piggie, the “bestus” of friends!

Tickets are $12 at nbparks.org or the Leisure Center Registration Office.

Happy Birthday

September Birthdays

9 Arthur Chapman

9 Felice Moss

9 Suzanne Noonan

10 Leona Koopman

11 Norvil Redman

18 Alan Boyer

18 Pauline Jesser

19 Colleen Keaveny

19 Irene Schwab

22 Phyllis Noel

25 Anne Loeb

25 Patricia Steinway

26 Hanc Weiner

27 Paul Chesler

27 Judy Hild

Schwenkler

5 Lee Arndt

5 Charles Caufield

5 Gloria Singer

5 Marilyn Thompson

6 Burt Ofsaiof

6 Susan Schmittroth

8 Ellen Migely

11 Arlene Wineberg

12 Linda (Lyn) Elbin

12 Roberta Rosell

13 Helen Baddeley

13 Estelle Schlesinger

15 Harline Goldberg

15 Lois Stocker

17 Jane Stark

22 Betty Trawinski

22 Shirley Ward

22 Marilyn Wasserman

23 Roberta Armajani

23 Sigrid Fahrun

23 Bonnie Greenberg

24 Yvette Brown

24 Paula Krengel

28 Barbara Somlo

29 Arthur Chapman

29 Susan Hofmeister

29 Ann Schrack

30 Carole Dunn

Daily Schedule

Programs shown in color are free for members. Just drop in!

Connect with us at nbparks.org and follow us on Facebook! Questions? Call 847-291-2988

Saturdays & Sundays

Join the Park Larks

Thursdays, thru December 28 from 9:30-11:30am

Members who enjoy singing show tunes perform at senior centers, retirement homes and health centers, under the direction of concert pianist Evelyn Binz.

Members: $29

Code: 21861