Niles Senior
CENTER naturally active
january/february 2014
New Year’s Resolutions... “Socialize More”
“Take “ Take e Better Bettter Care of of Myself” Myselff ” Health Preven Prevention ntion
Men’s or Women’s Club
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Healthy Hea alth hy He Heart eart Fa Fair air
“Save Money”
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Take a Bite Out of Your Bills page 12
“Exercise More” Line Dance, Tai Chi, Resistance, and more! page 4 & 11
“Learn Something New” Introduction to Facebook page 11
...we can help you keep them!
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J A N U A R Y 7 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Resistance Bands 2:00 Ventra: The new way to pay on the CTA/RTA
13 9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 AARP Driver’s Safety 10:00 SCRAM: Burglary Prevention 10:30 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:30 Men’s Club Meeting 10:30 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Civic Cinema: Citizen King: American Experience
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29 10:00 Flexibility 11:00 Effective Communication 2:00 Downton Abbey Season 2: Episodes 5 & 6
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9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 12:00 Pinochle Tournament 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Open Computer 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving Lab 1:30 Cancer Survivor Group 2:00 Wii Bowling Tournament
9:00 Diabetic Fingerstick 10:00 Flexibility 12:00 Afternoon Tea Trip Check-In 1:30 Computer Interest Group 1:00 Encore Movie Presentation: Behind the Candelabra
28 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Resistance Bands 2:00 Downton Abbey Season 2: Episodes 3 & 4
friday
9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Health Prevention: 10:15 Tai Chi Demo Medicare & YOU! 12:00 Lite Lunch & Movie: 10:00 Social Mahjongg Lee Daniels’ The Butler 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Open Computer 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics Lab 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Classic Movie Thursday: Harold & Maude
10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Niles Rhythm Band 2:00 International Civic Cinema: Amour
9:30 Men’s Fitness Group 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 VIM Meeting & Voices of Vision Book Club 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bunco 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Book Discussion 1:30 Resistance Bands 5:00 Dinner & a Movie: Behind the Candelabra
27 9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Men’s Club Planning Meeting 10:30 Pain Managment 10:45 Women’s Club Planning Meeting 11:30 Women’s Club Meeting 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Downton Abbey Season 2: Episodes 1 & 2
8 10:00 Flexibility 11:00 The Magic Piano of Ferrante & Teicher 1:30 Computer Interest Group
10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Blood Presure Screening 10:00 ITAC Amplified Phone 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Social Bridge 1:00 Line Dance 1:30 Resistance Bands
thursday
9:00 All American 9:00 Sharps & Medication 9:30 Issues in the News Collection 10:00 Social Mahjongg 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 12:00 Welcome Noon Year! 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving Celebration 2:00 Concert Video Series: 1:00 Open Computer Rod Stewart Lab 1:30 Weight Management Group
Happy 2014
6 9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 AARP Driver’s Safety 10:30 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 12:00 Poker Tournament 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Open Computer 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving Lab
30 9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Open Computer 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics Lab 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:00 Downton Abbey Season 2: Episodes 7, 8, & 9
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monthly groups
The following programs meet on the same days each week during the month. Registration required.
Choral Group (4 sessions)
Monday Using Weights, 9:00am Drop-In Art, 9:00am Pain Management, 10:30am Open Computer Lab, 1:00pm Tuesday Choral Group, 10:00am Social Mahjongg, 10:00am Social Bridge, 1:00pm Resistance Bands, 1:30pm
Choral Director: Ludmyla Turkalo Tuesdays, January 7-28, 10:00am $7M/$10.50NM (#7394)
Niles Rhythm Band (1 session) 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month Wednesday, January 15, 10:30am Jan-Jun, $0M/$12NM (#7276) Men’s Health & Fitness Group (1 session) Coordinator: Hank Betka Join this fun and active group of men for coffee, treats, and...
Tuesday, January 21, 9:30am, $2, paid at the door
Wednesday Flexibility, 10:00am
monthly groups january-june
Thursday All American, 9:00am Issues in the News, 9:30am Social Mahjongg, 10:00am Carving Drop-In, 1:00pm Drop-In Ceramics, 1:00pm
All groups start in January and go thru June Registration required for all monthly groups.
Friday Drop-In Art, 9:00am Open Computer Lab, 1:00pm
Drop-In Art
discussion groups
Social Cards or Billiards Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm, $0M/$12NM (#7391)
Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am, $0m/$12NM (#7392)
Social Mahjongg Tuesdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#7486)
Social Bridge
Facilitated by Richard Brandt & James Dowd Share your passion for computers. Wednesdays, January 8 & 22, 1:30pm Jan-Jun, $0M/$12NM (#7388)
Social Bunco
Tuesdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#7490)
3rd Tuesday each month, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#7386)
All American Thursdays, 9:00am, $0M/12NM (#7482)
Social Mahjongg Thursdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#7487)
Drop-In Ceramics Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#7492)
Book Discussion
Facilitated by Pam Samorez Books can be picked up at the front desk. Tuesday, January 21, 1:30pm, FREE (#7607)
Drop-In Woodcarving Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#7494)
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Computer Interest Group
Issues in the News Moderator: Arlene Golub Topics are suggested by participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Join this exciting class and open up a world of new ideas! Thursdays, January 2-30, 9:30am Jan-Jun, $0M/$12NM (#7484)
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weekly programs
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Yoga in Chairs (5 classes) Instructor: Andrea Lubershane Yoga is all about flexibility...and we are flexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand. Thursdays, January 2-30, 10:45-11:45am $30M/$35NM (#7655)
AARP Driver’s Safety Program (2 classes) Instructor: Mort Skibelsky There is no final test to pass. Upon completion of the course, you are awarded a certificate. Under Illinois law, those above 55 may qualify for a multi-year auto insurance discount by completing this course. Please check with your insurance company. Participants must attend both classes. Mondays, January 6 & 13, 9:00am-1:00pm both days $15 AARP members/$20 non-members (#7373) You must pre-register. Check only, payable to AARP, due on the first day of class.
Using Weights (24 sessions) Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Foundation certified Sitting, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Mondays, January 6-June 30, 9:00-10:00am $10M/$15NM (#7406)
Pain Management (24 sessions)
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Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Foundation certified Gentle & therapeutic exercises and focused relaxation to ease pain. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Mondays, January 6-June 30, 10:30-11:30am $10M/$15NM (#7408)
Line Dance (4 classes) Instructor: Fran Strain Enjoy easy-to-learn dance patterns in Country, Ballroom, Top 40, Latin, Swing, and more! Group or line dancing have been shown beneficial in aiding memory, balance, cardiovascular health, and overall well-being. Enjoy line dance, fitness, and friendship. No partner needed. Tuesdays, January 7-28, 1:00-2:00pm $10M/$15NM (#7441)
Resistance Bands (24 sessions) Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Foundation certified Sitting, standing, and use of resistance bands. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Tuesdays, January 7-June 24, 1:30-2:30pm $10M/$15NM (#7407)
Flexibility (25 sessions) Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki Sitting & standing strenthening. Using sticks. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Wednesdays, January 8-June 25, 10:00-11:00am $10M/$15NM (#7410)
Intermediate Tai Chi (10 classes) Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified *Pre-Requisite – Beginning Tai Chi Fridays, January 10 - March 14 9:00-10:00am, $50M/$55NM (#7668)
Tai Chi Demo Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified Friday, January 10, 10:15-11:00am, FREE (#7667)
SCRAM, Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Matters Presented by the Niles Police Department Burglary Prevention -Learn the top ten ways burglars try to enter your home. Quick tips on what you can do to better secure your home and what to do if you observe suspicious behavior. Monday, January 13, 10:00-11:30am, FREE (#7500)
Beginning Tai Chi (9 classes) Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified Fridays, January 17 - March 14 10:15-11:15am, $45M/$50NM (#7669)
health & wellness
humanities
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Medication & Sharps Collection
The Magic Pianos of Ferrante & Teicher
Friday, January 3, 9:00-11:00am ONLY, Free
with Jim Kendros Hear your favorite love songs, movie themes and popular hits played by this immortal piano duo. Jim will describe the orchestral effects used in these wonderful arrangements, and will highlight the various pianistic effects achieved on each song. Wednesday, January 8, 11:00am-12:00pm $6M/$9NM (#7343)
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Health Prevention: Medicare & YOU! Discover the importance of health prevention. Medicare now pays for preventive services which can detect health problems early. Find out what services are available at no cost to you. Start taking charge of your health! Thursday, January 9, 10:00am, FREE (#7686)
ITAC Amplified Phones Try an amplified phone, FREE to those who qualify for the State of Illinois program. Tuesday, January 14 Appointment needed, call 847-588-8420
Blood Pressure Screening & Education Walk-In, FREE Tuesday, January 14, 10:00am-12:00pm
Diabetic Fingerstick & Health Counseling Wednesday, January 22, 9:00am $3M/$4.50NM (#7428)
Visually Impaired Motivators (VIM) & Voices of Vision Book Club (12 sessions) Tuesday, January 21, 3rd Tuesday each month 10:30am12:30pm, FREE (#7440)
Brigitte can help you navigate through your health care needs.
In this 2012 Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or winner, Georges and Anne, retired music teachers in their eighties, have a time-tested love. But as Anne’s health fails, Georges becomes her caregiver, and the couple’s bond is tested like never before. Wednesday, January 15, 2:00-4:00pm, FREE (#7338)
Civic Cinema: Citizen King: American Experience (NR 2004 120min) A little-known chapter of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, his last five years, during which he spoke out against the Vietnam War and became an advocate for all of America’s have-nots, regardless of race, is the subject of this documentary. Much is known of his tireless efforts as a civil rights leader, but this film focuses on King’s later work, which actually caused some to accuse him of abandoning his original mission. Monday, January 20, 2:00-4:00pm, FREE (#7336)
Informational Forum Ventra the new way to pay on the CTA/Pace
Speaker: Kristin Salkas This new payment system allows customers to use Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30am a single fare card for regional transit throughout Thursdays, 1:30-2:30pm the Chicago area. Learn about this easy new way to pay for CTA and Pace. Or can call Brigitte, 847-588-8442, to schedule an appointment. Tuesday, January 7, 2:00-3:00pm, FREE (#7385)
Open office hours
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Questions about your health? Medication? Lab or xray results? Do you want to weigh in and discuss meal plans? Or do you have general health questions? See the NSC nurse, Brigitte!
International Civic Cinema: Amour (PG-13 2012 127min)
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luncheons Welcome Noon Year! A belated New Years Celebration
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Celebrate the beginning of the New Year with an elegant lunch - salad, chicken breast vesuvio, pasta, mixed vegetables, roll, and dessert will be served. Then be entertained by the musical stylings of Peter Oprisko & his band. We cap off our New Years celebration with a champagne toast. Reserved Seating. Return table seating forms by Friday, December 27. Friday, January 3, 2014, 12:00-2:30pm, $15M/$20NM (#7323)
Men’s Club Meeting A representative from Aspen Mortgage will be here to explain what reverse mortgages can and can’t do for people Lunch is mostaccioli with meat sauce, salad, and garlic bread. NO tickets will be sold day of meeting. Monday, January 20, 10:30am-1:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM, (#7465)
Women’s Club Meeting Lunch will include chicken salad, croissant, fruit, and dessert. Following our delicious lunch, we will play Bingo, and win fantastic prizes. Monday, January 27, 11:30am-2:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7454)
movies Concert Video Series: Rod Stewart Thursday, Janury 2, 1:00pm, FREE (#7619)
Classic Movie Thursday: Harold & Maude (PG 1971 91min) Starring Ruth Gordon and Bud Cort Young, rich, and obsessed with death, Harold finds himself changed forever when he meets lively septuagenarian Maude at a funeral. Thursday, January 9, 2:00pm, FREE (#7380)
Lite Lunch and Movie: Lee Daniels’ The Butler (PG-13 2013 132min)
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Starring Forest Whitaker & Oprah Winfrey As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man’s life, family, and American society. - IMDB Lunch is a chicken Caesar salad, roll, & dessert. Friday, January 10, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7504) Movie ONLY, FREE (#7515)
Dinner & a Movie: Behind the Candelabra (TV Movie 2013 118min) Starring Michael Douglas & Matt Damon Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his, much younger, lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted. -IMDB Tuesday, January 21, Dinner 5:00pm/movie 5:15pm hot dog, chips, & dessert, $2M/$3NM (#7526) Movie ONLY, FREE (#7548) Encore Presentation: Wednesday, January 22, 1:00pm, FREE (#7570)
Downton Abbey Season 2 MASTERPIECE Classic The story continues... Downton Abbey’s Granthams and their family of servants have already weathered scoundrels, scandals, and a momentous succession crisis. But by November, 1916, the Great War has rendered everything — and everyone — changed. Even Downton Abbey itself, like its residents, has risen to the call of duty and transformed. Complete episode descriptions at the NSC. FREE Monday, January 27, 2:00-4:30pm Episodes 1 & 2 (#7496) Tuesday, January 28, 2:00-4:30pm Episodes 3 & 4 (#7497) Wednesday, January 29, 2:00-4:30pm Episodes 5 & 6 (#7498) Thursday, January 30, 1:00-4:30pm Episodes 7, 8, & 9 (#7499)
tournaments
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Wii Bowling Tournament Refreshments will be served, and prizes awarded Call to schedule practice time.
Pinochle Tournament Participate in a 3-handed tournament. Includes lunch and prizes Friday, January 17, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7585)
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Thursday, January 16, 2:00pm, $2M/$3NM (#7640)
Poker Tournament Play 7-Card Stud and 5-Card Draw. Includes lunch and prizes. Friday, January 24, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7595)
trips Afternoon Tea at Lockwood Restaurant in the Palmer House Hilton Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea service at the famed Palmer House Hilton in Chicago. This tea includes a selection of Harney and Sons teas: darjeeling, darjeeling decaf, english breakfast, earl grey supreme, earl grey decaf, citron green, sencha, fencha decaf, french super blue lavendar, roobios chai, mint verbena, and chamomile. Sandwiches: crab salad with brioche, lemon mayonnaise, and caviar; roast beef on pumpernickel with whole grain mustard and watercress; cucumber on egg bread and lemon curd butter; and curried chicken with golden raisins, walnuts, and a sweet curry aioli. Scones: buttermilk, orange cranberry, and sweets. This trip includes transportation and tea service at the Palmer House. Wednesday, January 22, 1:00-5:00pm, Check-In: 12:30pm, $70M/$75NM (#7683)
Young Frankenstein at Drury Lane Oakbrook Young Frankenstein is a wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend based on Mel Brooks’ classic comedy masterpiece. Follow bright young Dr. Frankenstein as he attempts to complete his grandfather’s masterwork and bring a corpse to life. Together with his oddly shaped and endearing helper Igor, his curvaceous lab assistant Inga, and in spite of his incredibly self-involved madcap fiancée Elizabeth, Frankenstein succeeds in creating a monster, but not without scary and quite often hilarious complications. Young Frankenstein is scientificallyproven, monstrously good entertainment - it’s ritzy, glitzy and blitzfully funny! Enjoy lunch at Drury Lane featuring chef ’s soup of the day, rolls, veggies, your choice of traditional roast turkey or roast sirloin with merlot mushroom sauce, and dessert. Thursday, February 20, 10:30am-5:00pm, Check-In: 10:00am, $65M/$70NM (#6983)
From the iconic songbook of Johnny Cash comes this unique musical about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, and home and family. More than two dozen classic hits including I Walk the Line, A Boy Named Sue, and Folsom Prison Blues. This multi-talented cast paints a musical portrait of The Man in Black that promises to be a footstompin’, crowd-pleasin’ salute to a uniquely American legend! Enjoy lunch at Theatre at the Center featuring cream of chicken rice soup, choice of baked cod or grilled lemon chicken, classic mashed potatoes, broccoli spears, and apple pie. Wednesday, March 12, 10:45am-6:00pm, Check-In: 10:15am, $65M/$70NM (#7330)
Les Miserables at Drury Lane Oakbrook One of the world’s most iconic musical classics. A sweeping tale of romance, passion, suspense, and redemption. Les Misérables travels through three turbulent decades of 19th century France. Convict Jean Valjean is on the run, hunted relentlessly by Javert for breaking his parole. Valjean must leave his past behind and keep his vow to raise the young orphan Cosette. With revolution in the air and Javert closing in, Valjean has no choice but to fight for his life and sacrifice everything to protect the people he loves. Enjoy lunch at Drury Lane featuring chef ’s soup of the day, potato, veggies, your choice of traditional roast turkey with herb dressing or salmon filet with lemon tarragon sauce, and dessert. Wednesday, April 9, 10:45am-6:00pm, Check-In: 10:15am, $65M/$70NM (#7292)
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CASH Ring of Fire - The Music of Johnny Cash at Theatre at the Center, Munster, Indiana
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Reservations
If you are interested in reserving a table to sell the many treasures in your home that you no longer use, please call Jaymi at 847-588-8420 as soon as possible. A $5.00 donation per table is required at time of reservation. All donations will go to the Niles Food Pantry & American Cancer Society. Space is limited! Table reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Rummage Sale: Saturday, April 26 from 9:00am-1:00pm
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE
Presented by Jackie Sinclair & Maine South Dancers
Cell Phone Smart Phone Assistance e Do you have a Smart Phone you are unsure how to use? Need help programing numbers into your flip phone?
The Maine South Dancers are returning to the Center to perform a number of their original choreographed pieces. You’ll feel like you’re in the audience of Dancing With The Stars as you enjoy both large ensemble and smaller group productions spotlighting a variety of dance styles. There may also be a few surprise performers. This is a show that must not be missed. Thursday, February 13, 11:00am, FREE (#7688)
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We are here to help you with the issues you have with your current cell phone. This service is free, but appointments are required.
Open Game Room Do you have interest in Scrabble, Canasta, Mahjong, Dominoes or Chess? We will have a room available for social gaming. If any of the above is of interest, please contact Jaymi at 847-588-8420, and we will keep a list of those wanting to participate. Thursdays, 1:00-3:00pm, FREE
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effective communication support group:
Our monthly support group discusses a variety of issues people with hearing loss face in their daily lives. We offer a supportive environment to share the experiences of having a disability with others who have often experienced the same thing. Some topics we address are: • How to encourage others to communicate more effectively with you • Handling the frustration of not being able to participate in group activities in the same way • Helping your spouse adjust to your hearing loss • Ways to remind others who often forget that you have hearing loss
did you know?
Living with Hearing Loss
We discuss recent advances in hearing aid devices and treatments that might help enhance people’s lives. It’s also a great way to meet new people in the community as well as feel you are helping others. The group meets the last Wednesday of each month at 11:00am. Contact Maya, 847-588-8420.
FREE Tax Assistance Beginning January 21, 2014, appointments can be scheduled by calling the Tax Hot Line, 847-588-8440, between 9:00am and 2:00pm.
Some restrictions apply. We can not accommodate walk-ins.
Healthy Heart Fair Saturday, February 22 9:00am-12:00pm
Speakers, including a Cardiologist Healthy cooking demonstrations Cholesterol & Glucose Testing By Swedish Covenant, $12.00 (#7381) Registration Required for Testing
FREE Mini-Stroke & Heart Screening Sharps & Medication Collection and more!!
Love Your Heart!
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Appointments begin in Februaryy and run through Thursday, April 10.
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FEBRUARY monday
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3 9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Take a Bite Out of Your Bills 10:30 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab
4 9:30 I have the pictures... Now what? 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Resistance Bands 2:00 Foreign Film: The Komedant
10 9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:30 Men’s Club Meeting 10:30 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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25 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Resistance Bands
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9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 12:00 Lite Lunch & Movie: 12:00 Thursday Line Dance Promised Land 1:00 Concert Video: Barry Manilow 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:30 Healthy Living Group
12 10:00 Flexibility 11:00 Love Songs for Mozart’s Wife 1:30 Computer Interest Group 2:00 Civic Cinema: Chisholm ‘72: Unbought and Unbossed
18 9:30 I have the pictures... Now what? 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 VIM Meeting & Voices of Vision Book Club 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:00 Social Bunco 1:30 Book Discussion 1:30 Resistance Bands 5:00 Dinner & a Movie: Admission
24 9:00 Using Weights 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Men’s Club Planning Meeting 10:30 Pain Management 11:30 Women’s Club Meeting 1:00 Open Computer Lab
5 10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Niles Rhythm Band 12:00 Let’s Go To Riverview!
11 9:30 Men’s Health & Fitness Group 9:30 I have the pictures... Now what? 10:00 Blood Pressure Screening 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 11:00 Monthly Mailing 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Resistance Bands
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9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 12:00 Valentine’s Day 11:00 DANCE, DANCE, Luncheon DANCE 1:00 Open Computer 12:00 Thursday Line Dance Lab 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 SCRAM: Home Repair Fraud 2:00 Classic Movie Thursday: The Worlds Greatest Lover
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9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:00 Young Frankenstein 12:00 Pinochle Tournament Trip Check-In 1:00 Open Computer 10:45 Yoga in Chairs Lab 12:00 Thursday Line Dance 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving Saturday, February 22 1:30 Cancer Survivor Healthy Heart Fair Wellness Group 9:00am-12:00pm 2:00 Wii Bowling Tournament
26 9:00 Diabetic Fingerstick 10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Introduction to Facebook 11:00 Effective Communication 1:30 Computer Interest Group 2:00 Civic Cinema: Honor Flight
27 9:00 All American 9:00 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:15 Beg Tai Chi 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Open Computer 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics Lab 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 12:00 Poker Tournament
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monthly groups weekly programs
Monday Using Weights, 9:00am Drop-In Art, 9:00am Pain Management, 10:30am Open Computer Lab, 1:00pm
Choral Director: Ludmyla Turkalo Tuesdays, February 4-25, 10:00am $7M/$10.50NM (#7395)
Niles Rhythm Band (2 sessions)
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The following programs meet on the same days each week during the month. Registration required.
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Choral Group (4 sessions)
Wednesdays, February 5 & 19, 10:30am Jan-Jun, $0M/$12NM (#7276)
Men’s Health & Fitness Group Tuesday Choral Group, 10:00am Social Mahjongg, 10:00am Social Bridge, 1:00pm Resistance Bands, 1:30pm
Coordinator: Hank Betka
Wednesday Flexibility, 10:00am
I have the pictures...Now what? (3 classes)
Thursday All American, 9:00am Issues in the News, 9:30am Social Mahjongg, 10:00am Carving Drop-In, 1:00pm Drop-In Ceramics, 1:00pm Friday Drop-In Art, 9:00am Open Computer Lab, 1:00pm
discussion groups Moderator: Arlene Golub Topics are suggested by participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Join this exciting class and open up a world of new ideas! Thursdays, February 6-27, 9:30am
Computer Interest Group Facilitated by Richard Brandt & James Dowd Share your passion for computers. Wednesdays, February 12 & 26, 1:30pm
Book Discussion Facilitated by Pam Samorez Books can be picked up at the front desk. Tuesday, February 18, 1:30pm, FREE (#7608)
Tuesday, February 11, 9:30am $2, paid at the door
classes Instructor: Mary Kussmann Learn how to transfer photos to your computer and set up files for them. We will discuss taking your memory card or flash drive to a local retailer to have them printed. Please bring your digital camera, if you have one. Tuesdays, February 4-18, 9:30-10:30am $15M/$20NM (#7684)
Line Dance - NO partner needed (4 classes) Instructor: Fran Strain Enjoy easy-to-learn advanced dance patterns in Country, Ballroom, Top 40, Latin, Swing, and more! Studies show group or line dancing is beneficial in aiding memory, balance, cardiovascular health, and overall well-being. Enjoy fitness, & friendship. Tuesdays, February 4-25, 1:00-2:00pm $10M/$15NM (#7442)
Yoga in Chairs (4 classes) Instructor: Andrea Lubershane Yoga is all about flexibility...and we are flexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand. Thursdays, February 6-27 10:45-11:45am $24M/$29NM (#7656)
Thursday Line Dance (16 classes) Instructor: Helen Chung Challenge yourself with new dance steps and build your confidence with the latest moves in Country/Western and Latin Line Dance. Thursdays, February 6- May 22, 12:00-1:00pm $35M/$40NM (#7687)
847. 588.8420 ~ www.vniles.com
Issues in the News
Join this fun and active group of men for coffee, treats, and...
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SCRAM, Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Matters
february
Presented by the Niles Police Department Home Repair Fraud -Driveway, roof repair, and tuck pointing are just a few of the jobs they say they may help you with. Once you give them money, that’s the last time you see them. Get tips to prevent this. Thursday, February 13, 2:00-3:30pm, FREE (#7501)
Twitter Workshop (1 class) Instructor: Pam Kouris, Oakton Community College Everyone’s talking about Twitter, join us and learn what it’s all about! What it is, ways to use it, and is it safe, are some of the topics that will be discussed. You’ll even learn to set up your own account. Don’t feel left out! Learn to TWEET with us!! Wednesday, February 19, 3:30-5:00pm $10M/$15NM (#7685)
Introduction to Facebook (1 class) Instructor: Jaymi Blickhahn Learn what Facebook is used for and create your own account! We will discuss privacy, photos, inviting friends, and more. Wednesday, February 26 10:30am-12:00pm, $2M/$3NM (#7654)
health & wellness Blood Pressure Screening Walk-In, FREE Tuesday, February 11, 10:00am-12:00pm
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VIM (Visually Impaired Motivators) & Voices of Vision Book Club Discuss ways to maintain the lifestyle you want in this supportive group, followed by a discussion of the prior months book selection. Tuesday, February 18, 10:30am-12:30pm
Healthy Heart Fair Love Your Heart! Free screenings, information, cooking demonstrations, and more!! Cholesterol & Glucose Testing, $12.00 (#7381) Saturday, February 22, 9:00am-12:00pm (See page 9 for complete details.)
Diabetic Fingerstick & Health Counseling Wednesday, February 26, 9:00am $3M/$4.50NM (#7429)
humanities Foreign Film: The Komedant (Hakomendiantim) (NR 2000 85min) Wistful and melancholy recollections of Yiddish theatre are conveyed in this documentary, which centers on the story of the Burstein family. The family honed their talents in New York and eventually became stars of the genre as they traveled around the world, acting, singing, dancing and telling jokes in Yiddish. The film also chronicles the history of Yiddish theatre, from its beginnings to its eventual decline brought on by the Holocaust. Tuesday, February 4, 2:00-3:30pm, FREE (#7340)
Love Songs for Mozart’s Wife with Jim Kendros Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the finest composers the world has ever known, had two great loves in his life; the first was music; and the second was Constanze Weber. Hear beautiful love songs composed just for her by her husband. Wednesday, February 12, 11:00am-12:00pm $6M/$9NM (#7350)
Civic Cinema: Chisholm ‘72: Unbought and Unbossed (NR 2004 60min) Brooklyn-based Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm represented a series of firsts: first African-American woman elected to Congress and the first black person and woman to run a serious, high-profile campaign in the U.S. presidential primary. She made further history when she vied for the presidency in 1972. And while her inspiring journey would have made headlines today, it was virtually ignored by the mainstream media at the time. Wednesday, February 12, 2:00-3:30pm, FREE (#7339)
Civic Cinema: Honor Flight (PG 2012 82min) A poet, a plumber, and a postmaster are just three of the heroes whose stories emerge in this film about a town’s efforts to honor its WWII vets. In a race against time, volunteers work to deliver the aging ex-soldiers to their country’s memorials. Wednesday, February 26, 2:00-3:30pm, FREE (#7337)
Informational Forum Presented by: CUB, Citizens Utility Board for Illinois Consumers Learn how to save money on all utilities including, landline & cell phones, natural gas, and electricity. Monday, February 3, 10:00am, FREE (#7653)
luncheons Let’s go to Riverview! Enjoy a delicious sloppy joe lunch before hearing a presentation that covers the world’s greatest amusement park which created smiles and fun from 1904–1967 and was located in Chicago! EVERYONE from the Chicago area who is at least 50 years old remembers this and most have visited it many times! John Boda enjoyed one memorable day there as a child before it closed and has firsthand memories along with many pictures, stories and even a short video clip of the park and rides for an encore. Wednesday, February 5, 12:00-2:00pm $10M/$15NM (#7481)
Men’s Club Meeting
Valentine’s Day Luncheon Love is in the air! Share the love as you enjoy lunch featuring a salad, lasagna, garlic bread, and chocolate cake. Then enjoy a performance by the fantastic duo, Ron & Sandie. Reserved seating. Friday, February 14, 12:00-2:00pm $12M/$17NM (#7652)
Women’s Club Meeting Lunch will include turkey roll-ups, potato salad, and a cherry slice. Entertainment will be the fantastic Pat & Kathleen Gilhooly performing their Irish music. Monday, February 24, 11:30am-2:00pm $5M/$7.50NM (#7455)
Concert Video Series: Barry Manilow Thursday, February 6, 1:00pm, FREE (#7620)
Lite Lunch and Movie: Promised Land (R 2012 106min) Starring Matt Damon & Frances McDormand A salesman for a natural gas company experiences life-changing events after arriving in a small town, where his corporation wants to tap into the available resources. -IMDB Lunch is a grilled chicken sandwich, chips, & dessert. Friday, February 7, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7505) Movie ONLY, FREE (#7516)
Classic Movie Thursday: The Worlds Greatest Lover (PG 1977 96min) Starring Gene Wilder, Dom DeLuise, & Carol Kane A neurotic baker travels to Hollywood to attend a talent search for an actor to rival the great Valentino. Although not an actor, through blind luck, he succeeds - to a certain degree! -IMDB Thursday, February 13, 2:00pm, FREE (#7682)
Dinner & a Movie: Admission (PG-13 2013 107min) Starring Tina Fey, Paul Rudd, & Nat Wolff A Princeton admissions officer who is up for a major promotion takes a professional risk after she meets a college-bound alternative school kid who just might be the son she gave up years ago in a secret adoption. -IMDB Tuesday, February 18 - Dinner 5:00pm/movie 5:15pm hot dog, chips, & dessert, $2M/$3NM (#7527) Movie ONLY, FREE (#7549) Encore Presentation: Wednesday, February 19, 1:00pm FREE (#7571)
tournaments Wii Bowling Tournament Refreshments will be served, and prizes awarded. Remember, call to schedule Wii practice time. Thursday, February 20, 2:00pm, $2M/$3NM (#7641)
Pinochle Tournament Participate in a 3-handed game. Includes lunch and prizes. Friday, February 21, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7583)
Poker Tournament Play 7-Card Stud & 5-Card Draw. Includes lunch and prizes. Friday, February 28, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM (#7596)
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Enjoy a delicious sandwich plate, fruit, chips, and dessert for lunch before listening to our speaker, Cassie Ito with, Your Life Your Legacy. Monday, February 10, 10:30am-1:00pm $5M/$7.50NM, advance registration is required NO tickets will be sold day of meeting (#7466)
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14 policies polices/services
Membership Niles residents age 55 and over may purchase a membership to the NSC for $20 a year per person, or $30 a year for two residing at the same address. Members receive the bi-monthly program guide and priority registration with member pricing. Your membership card must be scanned in at the Membership Services Desk to allow access to the Center including the card room, billiards room, main lobby with large screen TV and Free WiFi, Center library for books & movies, and computer lab. Registration So that we may contact you in the event of a cancellation, all programs, both FREE and paid, require registration. Payment is due at the time of registration. Members can register by mail or in person at the Senior Center beginning the second Tuesday of the mailing month. Non-member registration begins the third Tuesday of the mailing month. Early registration is encouraged as programs with insufficient registration may be cancelled. A wait list is started when a program reaches its maximum capacity. In the event of a cancellation, calls will be made to individuals on the wait list in numerical order. Refunds Programs cancelled by the NSC due to low enrollment, weather, or other scheduling conflicts, will be fully refunded. If a registrant cancels, refunds are given only if the Center can resell the ticket. Refunds will be credited to the individual account; checks are issued only upon request. Code of Conduct In order to provide a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for our members and guests, Niles Senior Center has developed a Code of Conduct. Copies are available at the front desk.
Inclement Weather
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The Niles Senior Center will have a delayed opening on the days that Culver School is closed because of inclement weather or when travel is hazardous. Programs will be cancelled on a case by case basis; registrants will be notified.
In memory of... Bill Crissie, Dorothy Grimm, Robert Johnsen, Elaine Koller, George Mahoney, Russ McAndrews, & Herbert Roberts A memorial flower & sign are placed at the front desk when we hear a member has passed.
services Gift Certificates Available at the front desk
Handicapped Placards Forms available at the front desk.
Medical Lending Closet Walkers, canes, or wheelchairs available for short term use to Niles residents.
Program Guide - Naturally Active FREE M/$1NM or FREE online at www.vniles.com
Optelec Clear Reader A photo is taken of typed materials, such as a magazine, newspaper, or book, and reads the information out loud. The Reader can be used at the NSC by signing it out at the nurses’ office. Instructions will be given. Please bring a photo ID and credit card to leave with staff while you are using it.
RTA Reduced Fare Card Forms available. Photos taken for a $3.00 processing fee.
Permission to Photograph Photos are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event or any other Senior Center function. These photos are for Village of Niles use and may be used in Village publications.
SHIP Appointments
Americans with Disabilities Act
TDD (Hearing Impaired Phone)
The Village of Niles intends to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by making reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. We hope that this will enhance our building’s appearance and make your efforts to be informed easier. If you or someone you know with a disability requires accommodations for a Village service or have any questions about the Village’s compliance, please contact Steven Vinezeano, Village Manager, Village Administration Building, 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, Illinois 60714.
(Senior Health Insurance Program) Call for appointment.
847-588-8487 Will Appointments Call for more information.
Yard Waste Stickers Available for $2.00 each at the front desk The NSC reserves the right to correct errors in this publication
mail-in registration form
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Name _____________________________________________ Phone _______________________________ **Please let us know at the time of registration if special accomodations are needed.**
MEMBER ID #
PROGRAM NAME
COURSE #
FEE
registration form
Registration Starts: Tuesday, December 10M/Tuesday, December 17NM
Total $ Release and Hold Harmless Agreement: Participants should read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries or damages you might personally sustain which might arise out of this program. As a participant in this program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury associated with such participation, and I agree to assume the full risk for any injuries, damages, or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating in such program as against the Niles Senior Center, its officers, agents, servants, and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the Niles Senior Center and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims from injuries, damages, or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation in the program. I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the Niles Senior Center and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, damages, and losses sustained by me and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program. I have read and fully understand this Release and Hold Harmless agreement and any program details provided to me. It is mutually understood that the facsimile registration document (including waiver and release of all claims) shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as the original form.
Payment Information: Cash Paid $_________
Check #_____________ Payable to the “Village of Niles”
Credit Cards: Discover MasterCard Visa Acct# __________ - __________ - __________ - __________ __________________________________________________________ Expiration Date _______ / _______ Signature (Release & Hold Harmless Agreement and Payment)
frequently called numbers 847-297-2510 847-673-9300 847-588-7960 847-364-7223 800-772-1213 847-588-8000 847-588-8040 847-588-8460 911 847-588-6800 847-588-8400 847-588-8460 911 847-588-6500 847-588-7900 847-588-8030
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Maine Township Assessors Office Niles Township Assessors Office Niles Free Bus Pace Bus Social Security Office - 705 N Wheeling Rd, Mount Prospect Village of Niles Administration Building, Mayor’s Office, Village Manager, Village Clerk, Vehicle Sticker, Voter Registration Community Development Family Services Fire Department, EMERGENCY Non-Emergency Niles Family Fitness Center Niles Family Services Food Panrty Police Department, EMERGENCY Non-Emergency Public Services, Garbage Collection, Forestry, Water Main Breaks Water Billing
Niles Senior Center 999 Civic Center Drive Niles, Illinois 60714
999 Civic Center Drive 847-588-8420 www.vniles.com
HOURS M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm
First Class Mail
Nights & weekends as scheduled
MAYOR Andrew Przybylo TRUSTEES George D. Alpogianis Chris Hanusiak John C. Jekot Joe LoVerde Danette O’Donovan Matyas Rosemary R. Palicki VILLAGE MANAGER Steven C. Vinezeano
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REGISTRATION DATES Tuesday, Dec 10M/Tuesday, Dec 17 NM
VILLAGE CLERK Marlene J. Victorine SENIOR CENTER DIRECTOR Kelly Mickle PROGRAM COORDINATORS Jaymi Blickhahn Kathlyn Williams NURSE Brigitte Powidzki SOCIAL WORKERS Bev Wessels Maya Zelio MAINTENANCE Marco Aviles
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