Niles Senior Center March April 2016 Program Guide by Niles Senior Center

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March/April 2016 Bi-Monthly Program Guide Contents 2 March Calendar 6 April Calendar 10 Red Hat Club & New Events/ Programs 11 Hooked-on Fishing Men’s & Women’s Golf 12 Community & Special Events 13 Luncheons 14 - 15 Trips 16 Save the Date

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March

Welcome March 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab

10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Rhythm Band 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis

9:00 All American 9:00 TED Talks 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving TRIP Bye Bye Birdie Drury Lane

SUNDAY 2:00 Red Hat Club Outing Hedda Gabbler 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 11:30 Zumba Demo & Lunch 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

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9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 10:30 Men’s Club Meeting 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

10:00 BP Screening 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 7 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Chair Yoga 2:00 Open Computer Lab 3:00 Yoga Mat Class

9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 10:45 Women’s Club Planning 11:30 Women’s Club Meeting 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Book Discussion 2:00 Chair Yoga 2:00 Open Computer Lab 3:00 Yoga Mat Class

SATURDAY 11:30 Women’s History Luncheon

9 10 10:00 Flexibility 9:00 All American 9:00 Drop in Art 10:00 ITAC Amplified Phone 9:30 Issues in the News 9:00 Will Appointments 11:00 SCRAM - Identity Theft 10:00 Social Mahjongg 9:15 Int Tai Chi 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 12:00 St. Patrick’s Day 2:00 Take Charge of Your Luncheon Health Info Meeting 1:00 Open Computer Lab

TRIP We Got Bingo! Chicago Theater Works

15 16 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Flexibility 9:00 All American 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Rhythm Band 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 VIM - Visually Impaired 11:00 Acupuncture for 10:00 Social Mahjongg Motivators Arthritis 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Line Dance 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Take Charge of Your 1:30 Book Discussion Health 2:00 Chair Yoga 4:30 Bingo & Dinner 2:00 Open Computer Lab 3:00 Yoga Mat Class TRIP Flower & Garden Show 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Chair Yoga 2:00 Open Computer Lab 3:00 Yoga Mat Class 5:00 Dinner & Movie The Intern

9:00 Drop in Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 12:00 Lite Lunch & Movie The Walk 12:00 Pinochle Tournament 1:00 Open Computer Lab

9:00 Heartsaver CPR 10:00 Flexibility 11:30 Mystery Luncheon 1:00 Encore Presentation The Intern 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 3:00 Intro to Computers 4:00 Heartsaver CPR

10:00 Getting Smart with Android Smartphones 10:00 Flexibility 12:30 Getting Smart with Android Smartphones 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 3:00 Getting Smart with Android Smartphones

9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:00 Hooked on Fishing Kick-Off Meeting Maine Township 1:30 Scrabble 1:30 Take Charge of Your Health 5:00 An Evening with the Stars 9:00 AARP Smart Driver’s Course 9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:30 Scrabble 1:30 Take Charge of Your Health

9:00 Drop in Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 12:00 Poker Tournament 1:00 Open Computer Lab

CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY

Monthly Groups - January through June All groups start in January and go through June. Registration required for all monthly groups Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm, $0M/$12NM (#8398)

Drop-In Art

Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am, $0M/$12NM (#8399)

Social Mahjongg

Bring your game and your friends and start a table! Tuesdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#8400) Thursdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#8401)

Social Bridge

Tuesdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8402)

All American

Thursdays, 9:00am, $0M/12NM (#8403)

Drop-In Ceramics

Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8404)

Drop-In Woodcarving

Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8405)

Monthly Groups

Choral Group Choral Director: Ludmyla Turkalo Tuesdays, Mar 1 - 29 • 10:00am $7M/$10.50NM (#8563)

$0M/$12NM (#8408)

Tournaments

Pinochle Tournament Friday, Mar 4 • 12:00pm Meet some new friends and participate in a 3-handed tournament. Cost includes lunch and prizes. $5M/$7.50NM (#8484) Poker Tournament Friday, Mar 18 • 12:00pm Bring your poker face and some luck. Cost includes lunch and prizes. $5M/$7.50NM (#8486)

Issues in the News

Thursdays, Mar 3 - 31• 9:30am Moderator: Arlene Golub Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Join this exciting group and open up a world of new ideas! Jan - Jun, $0M/$12NM (#8409) Book Discussion Tuesday, Mar 15 • 1:30pm • NO COST Moderator: Judy Schakowsky Books can be picked up at the front desk. (#8488)

Men’s Club

Men’s Club Meeting Monday, Mar 21 • 10:30am President: Hank Betka Join the Men’s Club for a meeting and lunch of Italian sausage and peppers, farfalle pasta with fire roasted tomato sauce, salad and dessert. Guest speaker to be announced. $6M/$9NM (#8536) Men’s Club Planning Meeting - immediately following regular meeting.

Women’s Club

Women’s Club Planning Monday, Mar 28 • 10:45am Women’s Club Meeting Monday, Mar 28 • 11:30am-2:00pm President: Lois MacAdam Lunch includes a corned beef sandwich on rye, coleslaw and dessert. Following lunch, Edizon Dayao will be here to perform. $5M/$7.50NM (#8518)

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Niles Rhythm Band 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Jan 6 - June 15 • 10:30am Do you like to sing? Do you play a musical instrument or would you like to learn? If so, consider joining the Niles Rhythm Band! The Niles Rhythm Band performs at various nursing homes and at senior centers around Niles and the neighboring communities, as well as the Men’s and Women’s Clubs. Don’t forget to bring your singing voice! Come join us the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:30am. There are also free ukulele lessons for those interested.

TED Talks Thursday, March 3 • 9:00am TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). Their agenda is to make great ideas accessible and spark conversation. Join us for our first installment featuring David Rothkopf: How fear drives American politics. Does it seem like Washington has no new ideas? Instead of looking to the future, it sometimes feels like the US political establishment happily retreats into fear and willful ignorance. Journalist David Rothkopf lays out a few of the major issues that US leadership is failing to address – from cybercrime to world-shaking new tech to the reality of modern total war- and calls for a new vision that sets fear aside. NO COST (#8579)

March

Social Cards or Billiards

Discussion Groups

Technology Trends

March

Cell Phone/Smart Phone Assistance Do you have an iPhone you are unsure how to use? Do you need help programing numbers into your flip top phone? We are here to help you with a wide variety of issues you have with your current cell phone. This service is free, but appointments are preferred. Getting Started with Android Smartphones Wednesday, Mar 30 • NO COST Session 1: 10:00am to 11:30am Session 2: 12:30pm to 2:00pm Session 3: 3:00pm to 4:30pm Join AARP for a free hands-on workshop for those who want to get the most out of their Android Smartphones. All participants will get a hands on experience with their Android Smartphones as well as a free touchscreen stylus pen. All registrants must bring their own Android Smartphone to get the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) experience. This AARP event is fun and free, but seating is limited. If you are new to mobile technology, but ready to discover how apps can help you to simplify tasks, stay connected while you’re on the go, and keep you in touch with people and interests in your life, this beginner course is for you! Join us for a workshop that will empower you with smartphone skills from Touchscreen Basics, to Texting, Taking & Sharing Photos, Downloading Apps and more. To register for this program, you will need to go to this website: http://aarptek.aarp.org/workshops/ follow the link to Chicago - Bring Your Own Android Smartphone Workshops.

Classes

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AARP Smart Driver’s Course (2 classes) Thursday & Friday • Mar 31 & Apr 1 • 9:00am-1:00pm Participants must pre-register and attend both days. The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. It has given millions of drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads, allowing them to remain independent for many years to come. In fact, 97% of those who take it change at least one driving behavior. And the best part? There are no tests to pass - just useful information to keep you safe on the road. This course will help you to update your driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road, learn about normal age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate, and so much more. To register or for more information, please contact the Senior Center at 847-588-8420. Cost of the course is $15 (AARP members) and $20 (non-AARP members) paid by check on the first day of class. (#8553)

Informational Forum SCRAM - Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Measures Identity Theft Wednesday, Mar 9 • 11:00am Program presented by Niles Police Department How to recognize and avoid Identity theft. How they steal your identity. How to protect your identity and your loved ones. What to do if you are a victim of identity theft. NO COST, but pre-registration is required. (#8490)

Movies

Lite Lunch and Movie: The Walk (PG 2015 123min) Friday, Mar 4 • 12:00pm Starring: Joseph Gordon Levitt and Ben Kingsley In 1974, French aerialist Philippe Petit made headlines worldwide with his daring high-wire walk between the twin towers of the World Trade Center. This elevating drama recalls the unauthorized and unforgettable feat pulled off by Petit and his team. - netflix.com Lunch includes: cheeseburger, coleslaw and dessert. $5M/$7.50NM (#8527) Movie ONLY, NO COST (#8528) Dinner and Movie: The Intern (PG13 2015 121min) Tuesday, Mar 22 • 5:00pm Starring:Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway Agreeing to participate in a community outreach program, e-commerce entrepreneur Jules Ostin hires a 70-year-old intern who ends up bringing his special brand of business savvy to her fashion enterprise.“ -netflix.com Dinner includes: hot dog, chips and dessert. $2M/$3NM, (#8521) - Movie ONLY, NO COST (#8524) Encore Presentation, Wednesday, Mar 23 • 1:00pm • NO COST (#8533)

Exercise Classes

Line Dance (5 classes) Tuesdays, Mar 1 - 29 • 1:00-2:00pm Instructor: Fran Strain Enjoy easy-to-learn dance patterns in Country, Ballroom, Top 40, Latin, Swing, and more! No partner needed. $12.50M/$17.50NM (#8566) Intermediate Tai Chi (10 classes) Fridays, Mar 11 - May 20 • 9:15-10:15am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified *Pre-Requisite – Beginner & Advanced Beginner Tai Chi $50M/$55NM (#8571) (No class 3/25) Beginner & Advanced Beginner Tai Chi (10 classes) Fridays, Mar 11 - May 20 • 10:30-11:30am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified After 5, 10, 15 minutes of tai chi, many people report having pain relief, increased balance and a sharper sense of their environment. (No class 3/25) $50M/$55NM (#8572)

Chair Yoga (6 classes) Tuesdays, Mar 8 - Apr 12 • 1:00-2:00pm New Instructor : Diane Dombeck Welcome Diane! Diane is a certified yoga instructor since 1992 who has had extensive training in needs of the adult population including arthritis and balance.

Health and Wellness CPR - Heartsaver CPR - Staying Alive Wednesday, Mar 23 • 9:00am-12:00pm (#8577) Wednesday, Mar 23 • 4:00-7:00pm (#8578) Instructor: James Leibach, Niles Fire Dept. Fire Engineer More than 350,000 people in the U.S. suffer out-of hospital cardiac arrests each year. Statistics prove that if more people knew CPR, more people could be saved. Learn the hands-on-skills and AED used to help save an adult or child’s life while waiting for emergency medical services to arrive. $10M/$15NM Blood Pressure Screening • Tuesday, Mar 8 • 10:00-12:00pm Walk-In, NO COST at the Niles Fitness Center & Senior Center ITAC Amplified Phones Wednesday, Mar 9 • 10:00am-12:00pm FREE amplified phones for those who qualify through the State of Illinois program. Appointment is required, please call (847)5888420 Take Charge of Your Health • Thursday, Mar 10 • 2:00-3:00pm Instructors: Brigitte Powidzki, RN & Rick Larson An informational session on the research based program for the self-management of your health or the health of a loved one. Learn how to manage fatigue, medications, second opinions, etc., while supporting one another. This session will give you an overview of the six-week course beginning March 17. NO COST (#8549) Visually Impaired Motivators (VIM) Tuesday, Mar 15• 10:30-11:00am Please join us to learn and discuss ways to maintain your independent lifestyle in a supportive group setting. The meeting will be followed by Voices of Vision Book Club with Dodie Frisbie from the Niles Public Library. Jan -Dec $15M/$20NM (#8468)

Acupuncture - What Is It? Can It Really Help Arthritis? Wednesday, Mar 16 • 11:00am-12:00pm Instructor: Cynthia Funai, Lic Acupuncturist, Dipl CH Do you feel pain and stiffness in your body? You might have arthritis and arthritis can take the activity out of your life. It is With a chair for support, this class challenges the body one of the more prevalent diseases in the U.S. and is the leading and mind through strengthening, stretching, relaxing cause of disability. Most people over the age of 50 show some and breathing. Flexibility and muscle tone will continual- signs of arthritis. Wouldn’t you like to prevent your arthritis from ly improve as your mind, body and spirit work together becoming worse? OR, if you have difficulty with simple day-toin harmony. This class is for those who have issues get- day activities, come to a presentation where an expert will discuss ting up and down from the floor and prefer a chair for managing your arthritis in a natural, chemical free way. No need their main seat. $27M/$32NM (#8547) to worry about the side effects of another medication. Advance registration is required. NO COST (#8562)

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Zumba Demo & Lunch Monday, March 7 – Free Zumba Demo at 11:30 –Healthy Lunch at 12:15 Zumba Gold is a 30-minute demo class instructed by Duvia Vivas, certified in Zumba, Zumba Gold and Aqua Zumba. It’s easy-tofollow Zumba dance choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to participate. Our healthy lunch will include: cool wraps, pita chips, hummus and fruit. Demo without lunch, NO COST (#8569) Demo with lunch, $5M/$7.50NM (#8570)

Yoga Mat Class (6 classes) Tuesdays, Mar 8 - Apr 12 • 3:00-4:00pm New Instructor : Diane Dombeck This class is appropriate for those who are newer to yoga as well as continuing students who are looking to refine their experience of the core poses. Classes will emphasize developing strength, flexibility and ease in the body in order to quiet the mind. A variety of poses will be explored with the intent of developing greater sense of body consciousness; flexibility and release of engrained holding patterns. $27M/$32NM (#8548)

March

Gentle Arthritis Exercises (23 sessions) Mondays, Jan 4 - Jun 27 • 11:00-11:45am Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Institute certified Gentle & therapeutic exercises and focused relaxation to ease pain. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8411) (No class 5/30)

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Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

April April

9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 1:00 Open Computer Lab 1:00 Rules of the Road 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 11:00 Monthly Mailing 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Chair Yoga 2:00 Open Computer Lab 3:00 Yoga Mat Class

1 9:00 AARP Smart Driver’s Course 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Open Computer Lab 1:00 Low Vision Fair at East Wing Glenview Senior Center

10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Rhythm Band 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis

TRIP Opera in Focus

12 13 9:30 Men’s Health & 10:00 Flexibility 9:00 All American Fitness Group 11:00 SCRAM - The 9:30 Issues in the News 12:00 Red Hat Club 10:00 Blood Pressure Grandparent & 10:00 Social Mahjongg Outing - Seascape Screening Travelers Scams 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 11 10:00 Choral Group 1:00 Encore Movie 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Sharps & Medication Magic in the Moonlight 1:30 Scrabble 9:30 Using Weights Collection 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 1:30 Take Charge of Your 11:00 A Walk Down 10:00 Social Mahjongg Health Memory Lane 1:00 Line Dance 11:00 Gentle Arthritis 1:00 Social Bridge Exercises 2:00 Chair Yoga 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling 3:00 Yoga Mat Class 5:00 Dinner & Movie Magic in the Moonlight SUNDAY

9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:30 Scrabble 1:30 Take Charge of Your Health

TRIP Milwaukee Public Museum

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9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Pancake Breakfast by Men’s Club 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Gentle Arthritis Exercises 11:30 Women’s Club Meeting 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling

10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 VIM - Visually Impaired Motivators 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Book Discussion 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:00 Veterans Health Event

10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab

9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Will Appointments 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 12:00 Pinochle Tournament 1:00 Open Computer Lab

15 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Lab Draw by Lutheran Gen Hosp. 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 11:30 Bashful Blondes Luncheon 1:00 Open Computer Lab

Hooked on Fishing Busse Woods 20 10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Men’s Golf Kick-off Meeting 10:30 Rhythm Band 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis

10:00 Flexibility 11:30 Money Smart Week Presentation 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis

9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjong 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:30 Scrabble 1:30 Take Charge of Your Health 4:30 Bingo & Dinner

9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjong 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:30 Scrabble

TRIP Hershey Felder Irving Berlin

22 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 12:00 Poker Tournament 1:00 Open Computer Lab

9:00 Drop-In Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 10:30 Women’s Golf Kick-off Meeting 1:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 An Evening with the Stars Senior Expo Golf Mill

Monthly Groups - January through June All groups start in January and go through June. Registration required for all monthly groups Social Cards or Billiards Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm, $0M/$12NM (#8398) Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am, $0M/$12NM (#8399)

Social Mahjongg

Bring your game and your friends and start a table! Tuesdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#8400) Thursdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#8401)

Social Bridge

Tuesdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8402)

All American

Thursdays, 9:00am, $0M/12NM (#8403)

Drop-In Ceramics

Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8404)

Drop-In Woodcarving

Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8405)

Monthly Groups Choral Group Choral Director: Ludmyla Turkalo Tuesdays, Apr 5 - 26 • 10:00am $7M/$10.50NM (#8564) Niles Rhythm Band 1st & 3rd Wednesdays • 10:30am Jan 6 - Jun 15 , $0M/$12NM (#8408) Pinochle Tournament Friday, Apr 8 • 12:00pm Meet some new friends and participate in a 3-handed tournament. Cost includes lunch and prizes. $5M/$7.50NM (#8485) Poker Tournament Friday, Apr 22 • 12:00pm Bring your poker face and some luck. Cost includes lunch and prizes. $5M/$7.50NM (#8487)

Discussion Groups

Issues in the News Thursdays, Apr 7 - 28 • 9:30am Moderator: Arlene Golub Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Join this exciting class and open up a world of new ideas! Jan - Jun, $0M/$12NM (#8409)

Men’s Club Meeting Monday, Apr 18 • 9:30am Pancake Breakfast Open to everyone $9M/$13.50NM (#8537)

Men’s Club Planning Meeting Immediately following Pancake Breakfast

Women’s Club

Women’s Club Meeting Monday, Apr 25 • 11:30am Lunch will include meat mostacciolli, garlic roll, salad and dessert. Amazing Mike will be back to amaze us with his unique performance of songs from around the world. $5M/$7.50NM (#8519)

Informational Forum

SCRAM - Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Measures The Grandparent Scam & Travelers Scam Wednesday, Apr 13 • 11:00am Program presented by Niles Police Department This scam preys on the love of a grandchild. The scammer then requests money pretending to be the grandchild needing help to get out of jail or from being stranded in a foreign country. Traveler Scams, are the driveway, or tuck pointing scams that go on all over the country. NO COST, but registration is required. (#8491)

Classes

Rules of the Road Class Instructor from Secretary of State’s Office Monday, Apr 4 • 1:00-2:00PM Take a refresher course, before you take your test. NO COST, but registration is required. (#8492)

Technology Trends

Cell Phone/Smart Phone Assistance Do you have an iPhone you are unsure how to use? Do you need help programming numbers into your flip top phone? We are here to help you with a wide variety of issues you may have with your current cell phone. This service is free, but appointments are preferred. Please call Jaymi at (847) 588-8420.

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Tournaments

Men’s Club

April

Drop-In Art

Book Discussion Moderator : Judy Schakowsky Tuesday, Apr 19 • 1:30pm, NO COST Books can be picked up at the front desk. (#8489)

April

Chair Yoga (6 classes) Tuesdays, Mar 8 - Apr 12 • 1:00-2:00pm New Instructor : Diane Dombeck With a chair for support, this class challenges the body and mind through strengthening, stretching, relaxing and breathing. Flexibility and muscle tone will continually improve as your mind, body and spirit work together in harmony. This class is for those who have issues getting up and down from the floor and prefer a chair for their main seat. $27M/$32NM (#8547)

Exercise Classes

Using Weights (24 sessions) Mondays, Jan 4 - Jun 27 • 9:30-10:30am Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Institute certified Sitting, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8410) (No Class 5/30) Flexibility (24 sessions) Wednesdays, Jan 6 - Jun 29 • 10:00-11:00am Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Institute certified Sitting & standing strengthening with resistance bands. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8412) Gentle Arthritis Exercises (24 sessions) Mondays, Jan 4 - Jun 27 • 11:00-11:45am Instructor: Brigitte Powidzki, Arthritis Institute certified Gentle & therapeutic exercises and focused relaxation to ease pain. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8411) (No class 5/30)

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Line Dance (4 classes) Tuesdays, Apr 5 - 26 • 1:00-2:00pm Instructor: Fran Strain Enjoy easy-to-learn dance patterns in Country, Ballroom, Top 40, Latin, Swing, and more! No partner needed. $10M/$15NM (#8567) Intermediate Tai Chi (10 classes) Fridays, Mar 11 - May 20 • 9:15-10:15am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified *Pre-Requisite – Beginner & Advanced Beginner Tai Chi $50M/$55NM (#8571) Beginner & Advanced Beginner Tai Chi (10 classes) Fridays, Mar 11 - May 20 • 10:30-11:30am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute certified After 5, 10, 15 minutes of tai chi, many people report having pain relief, increased balance and a sharper sense of their environment. $50M/$55NM (#8572)

Wellness Programs

Diabetic Fingerstick & Health Counseling By appointment only, please contact Brigitte - $4 fee Take Charge of Your Health, Live Well, Be Well (6-week session) Thursday, Mar 17 - Apr 21• 1:30-4:00pm Instructors: Brigitte Powidzki, RN & Rick Larson This is an interactive evidence-based program for anyone who wants to learn not only to survive, but thrive with a health condition. This class is for any adult who has or takes care of anyone who has an ongoing health condition such as: heart disease, diabetes, asthma, chronic pain, high blood pressure, etc. Topics include: difference between chronic and acute conditions, exercise, pain, fatigue, healthy eating, medication usage, working with your health care professional and more. NO COST, but registration is required. (#8550)

Blood Pressure Screening Tuesday, Apr 12 • 10:00-12:00pm Walk-in to the Niles Fitness & Senior Center for your blood pressure and free education. NO COST Sharps & Medication Collection Tuesday, Apr 12 • 10:00am-12:00pm Narcotics WILL NOT be accepted NO COST

April

Lab Draw by Lutheran General Hospital Friday, Apr 15 • 9:00-11:00am Complete metabolic panel, complete blood count, cholesterol panel, TSA - Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (females only), PSA - Prostate Specific Antigen (men only). Please register at the Senior Center, you will be given an appointment time and instructions for fasting (do not eat after 10pm, drink water only and take non-diabetic meds only). Seniors, adult community members, employees and family are welcome. Fee includes continental breakfast. $65M/$70NM (#8561)

Low Vision Fair at East Wing Glenview Senior Center 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL Friday, April 1• 1:00-4:00pm The 9th Annual Low Vision Fair will Feature: Vendors of Assistive Technology •Supportive Service Agencies •Glaucoma Screening by North Shore Eye & Vision Center •Diabetic Retinopathy Screening sponsored by Park Ridge Lions Club •Light Refreshments •Featured Speaker: Dr. Jack Cohen, Retina Specialist, will talk about “Update in Age-Related Macular Degeneration.” For more information, please call the Niles Public Library District Outreach Department at 847-663-6648

Visually Impaired Motivators (VIM) Tuesday, Apr 19 • 10:30-11:00am Please join us to learn and discuss ways to maintain your independent lifestyle in a supportive group setting. The meeting will be followed by Voices of Vision Book Club with Dodie Frisbie from the Niles Public Library. Mar-Dec $15M/$20NM (#8468)

Movies

Dinner and Movie: Magic in the Moonlight (PG-13 2014 98min) Tuesday, Apr 12 • 5:00pm Starring: Colin Firth and Marcia Gay Harden “Exposing a phony soothsayer proves harder than expected when the debunker (an Englishman) becomes smitten with the purported fraud (a French beauty). This deft romantic comedy unwinds amid the gilt and glamour of the French Riviera in the 1920s.” -netflix.com . Dinner includes hot dog, chips and dessert. $2M/$3NM (#8522) - Without food, NO COST (#8525) Encore Presentation, Wednesday, April 13 • 1:00pm (#8526)

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We Honor Veterans - Veterans Health Event Tuesday, Apr 19 • 5:00-9:30pm We honor our veterans by giving them the opportunity to investigate health options as they age. All veterans are welcome to a panel discussion on aging healthcare needs. A meet and greet will follow . Pizza and beverages will be served. NO COST (#8568)

Red Hat Club Outings

Red Hat Club/New Events/Programs

Welcome back Red Hatters! A social group for sophisticated older ladies, we are excited to have you meet us as we hit the streets and paint the town…well, red of course! (Please note: You must arrange and provide your own transportation for Red Hat Club events.) Our first outing will be a trip to see Oakton Community College’s presentation of Hedda Gabbler Sunday, Mar 6 • 2pm-Play, Dinner- Immediately following play Hedda Gabler is the prototypical “desperate housewife”. Married to a man beneath her station who she doesn’t really love, she longs for her personal freedom. When she becomes entangled in her husband’s academic rivalry, she finds that she can pull the strings that hold together careers as well as life and death. After the play, we will share a family-style feast at Café Lucci. Dinner will begin with Italian bread and roasted garlic and olive salad. Then we will enjoy pollo asparagi (boneless breast of chicken sautéed in white wine with fresh asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes), salssiccia con pepperoncini (charred Italian sausage sautéed in garlic and olive oil with mixed bell peppers), penne pasta in tomato vodka cream sauce, coffee/tea, and spumoni. Cost: $39 (#8538) Play - Footlik Theatre, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines Café Lucci, 609 Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview

We invite you to meet us to see another fabulous show from Oakton Community College. This month’s feature presentation is Seascape. Sunday, Apr 10 • 12:00pm - Brunch • Play-immediately following brunch Edward Albee won his second Pulitzer Prize for this provocative, absurdist look at marriage and culture. A late middle-aged American couple entering retirement takes a vacation by the sea to explore their relationship and discuss their future. However, they find themselves drawn into an intriguing relationship with another couple who are remarkably different from themselves. Before the play, join us for brunch at Jolane’s Restaurant & Bar. Choose from one of the three following menu options: 1) maple cinnamon Brioche french toast with skillet potatoes, 2) brie and ham crepes with a side of mixed greens or fruit, or 3) quiche of the day with a side of mixed greens or fruit, in addition to a crisp mimosa or bellini. Please make meal and drink selection at time of registration. Cost: $34 (#8539) Jolane’s Restaurant and Bar, 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview Play - Footlik Theatre, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines

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New Events/Programs

Bingo and Dinner Thursday, Mar 17 • 4:30-6:00pm A favorite of game-lovers everywhere, bingo is a game strictly of chance…but guaranteed fun! Guarantee yourself a good time with our new monthly bingo game event. Cost includes dinner of grilled chicken sandwich, side, beverage, dessert, and prizes. $6M/$9NM (#8545) SCRABBLE Thursdays, Mar 24 - Apr 28 • 1:30-3:30pm Let’s play Scrabble! Calling all Scrabble enthusiasts, join fellow members and have some fun. Challenge your mind while enjoying a relaxing afternoon of conversation and play. All skill levels welcome. NO COST (#8554)

Bingo and Dinner Thursday, Apr 21 • 4:30-6:00pm A favorite of game-lovers everywhere, bingo is a game strictly of chance…but guaranteed fun! Guarantee yourself a good time with our new monthly bingo game event. Cost includes dinner of corned beef sandwich, side, beverage, dessert, and prizes. $6M/$9NM (#8546)

Thursday, Mar 24 • 1:00pm Join us at Maine Township, 1700 Ballard Road in Park Ridge, for a great afternoon discussing the upcoming fishing season. Refreshments will be served, raffles and more! New participants are welcome. • NO COST (#8529)

Hooked On Fishing $16M/NM

Apr 15 - Busse Woods (#8555) Jul 22 - Big Bear Little Bear (#8558) May 27 - Fish Lake Beach (#8556) Aug 26 - The Glen (#8559) Jun 24 - McHenry Dam (#8557) Sep 16 - Big Bear, Little Bear (#8560)

Men’s & Women’s Golf Kick-off Meetings

An informative meeting about this year’s golf season. Refreshments served, raffles, and more! New participants are welcome! After the meeting you can register for outings. NO COST Men’s – Wednesday, Apr 20 • 10:30am (#8493) Women’s – Friday, Apr 29 • 10:30am (#8506)

* Hooked on Fishing - Men’s & Women’s Golf*

Hooked On Fishing Kick-Off Meeting

Men’s Golf

All tee times begin at 8:00am on Wednesdays at Tam Golf Course Residents $20/Non-Residents $24

Women’s Golf

All tee times begin at 8:45am on Fridays at Tam Golf Course Residents $18/Non-Residents $22 May 13 (#8507) May 27 (#8508) Jun 10 (#8509)

Jun 24 (#8510) Jul 8 (#8511) Jul 22 (#8512)

Aug 5 (#8513) Aug 19 (#8514) Sep 2 (#8515)

Sep 16 (#8516) Sep 30 (#8517)

Jun 15 (#8497) Jun 29 (#8498) Jul 13 (#8499)

Jul 27 (#8500) Aug 10 (#8501) Aug 24 (#8502)

Sep 14 (#8503) Sep 28 (#8504) Oct 5 (#8505)

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May 4 (#8494) May 18 (#8495) June 1 (#8496)

Community Events

Community & Special Events

An Evening with the Stars Thursday, Mar 24 • Pre-show reception 5:00-6:00pm • Performance 6:00-7:00pm Starring: Jodi Fox, Featuring: Dave Newman Join us as we resume An Evening with the Stars and welcome Jodi Fox to our stage. Jodi is a regular performer at various performance venues on the greater North Shore area whose powerful voice covers everything from standards, blues, rock, folk, and even country. Along with her music partner Dave Newman, Jodi will wow the audience with her powerful vocal ability. Please pre-register in person or via phone at: 847-588-8420. Ticket price includes: Two (2) glasses of wine, small bites, and performance. Open to anyone 21+. (Please note day change) $7.50M/$10NM (#8584)

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An Evening with the Stars Friday, Apr 29 • Pre-show reception 5:30-6:30pm • Performance 6:30-7:30pm Starring: CeeJaye Carolyn Jones, also known as CeeJaye, hails from the south side of Chicago. She has been singing and recording for over 10 years. Her love of music stems from a father who played bass fiddle and a mother who cleared the dance floor in the joints on the ‘low end’ area of what’s now known as Bronzeville. CeeJaye’s style is truly her own as she brings new life to old standards. You can tell that this lady truly loves music. Please pre-register in person or via phone at: 847-588-8420. Ticket price includes: Two (2) glasses of wine, small bites, and performance. Open to anyone 21+. (Please note: Time has changed from 5:00 to 5:30pm.) $7.50M/ $10NM (#8585)

Special Events

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Women’s History Month Luncheon Saturday, Mar 5 • Lunch: 11:30am-12:30pm • Performance: 12:30-1:30pm The Niles Senior Center Red Hat Club cordially invites you to celebrate Women’s History Month with a spectacular luncheon featuring Diva Montell. Catered by Zia’s Trattoria, your menu selection includes a choice between: pollo ripieno (chicken stuffed with spinach, sundried tomato, mushrooms, and fontina with roasted garlic marsala sauce) or maialie con pancetta (oven roasted pork tenderloin wrapped with pancetta, rosemary, and sage with natural jus), along with rigatoni bolognese, vesuvio potatoes, garlic broccoli and dessert. Additionally, we will have an assortment of wine cocktails and “mocktails”. After lunch, Ms. Montell will regale us with a concert of songs from fellow divas, past and present. This event is open to guests elementaryschool aged and above. Please make entrée selection at the time of registration. (Please note the following: As this event is not restricted to attendees 21+, we reserve the right to request ID at the discretion of NSC staff. Guests who wish to partake of alcoholic beverages will be limited to two (2) glasses per person. We thank you for your cooperation in this regard.) Children $7.50/Adults $15 (#8540) Money Smart Week 2016 Community Presentation Thursday, Apr 27 • 11:30am NSC is pleased to partner with Money Smart Week Chicago 2016 and host Waddell & Reed, Inc. as they present: Mental Roadblocks: How Your Brain Can Keep You From Making Wise Financial Decisions This Lunch and Learn program introduces the five cognitive processes hardwired into our brains that often make financial decisions challenging. Each roadblock is closely examined in creative fashion to help audience members understand why our brains manipulate the investment planning process- and what can be done about it. Additionally, presenters will discuss mental roadblocks that have an impact on us making sound financial decisions involving our friends and family. This engaging presentation injects humor, some interactive elements, and a great deal of financial food for thought. So let’s have lunch and… learn! (For your convenience, the NSC will provide lunch for $5. Menu includes: grilled chicken sandwich, chips, cookie, and beverage.) Registration is required. Program with lunch $5 (#8543), Program only, NO COST (#8544)

Luncheons

St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon Friday, Mar 11 • 12:00-2:00pm Hosted by NSC Men’s Club An old Irish saying states that, “You must take the little potato with the big potato.” Well, at our St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon, the Men’s Club will be dishing out MANY potatoes to guests, in addition to corned beef and cabbage, Irish style vegetables, bread, and dessert. After lunch, in honor of St. Pat’s Day, our entertainment will feature award-winning Irish musician John Williams (accordion, concertina, flute) joining Annie Andrews on fiddle to perform jigs, reels and slow airs! Doors open at 11:30am. $15M/$20NM (#8535) (Please note: We will not be accepting seating requests. Seating will be on a first come, first served basis.)

Mystery Luncheon Wednesday, Mar 23 • 11:30am Let us surprise you with a fabulous luncheon and entertainment. You won’t be disappointed. $15M/$20NM (#8422) “A Walk Down Memory Lane” Monday, April 11 • 11:00am-1:00pm Come and take a walk down Memory Lane to the “Good Old Days” of the 1930s, ‘40s, and ‘50s with author Rochelle Pennington as she makes her way back to the NSC. Her historical, lighthearted program will detail everyday life during the bygone years of corner phone booths, party lines, hand-me-down clothes, doctors who made house calls, wringer washing machines, marble matches, Howdy Doody shows and outhouses. Take a step back and remember a time of percolating coffee pots, mothers in aprons, flour sifters, home-baked bread and suppers prepared from scratch. Lunch will be served following the program. Menu includes: grilled chicken Caesar salad, roll, and dessert. $9M/$13.50NM (#8534)

Pancake Breakfast Monday, April 18 • 9:30am Hosted by NSC Men’s Club Get the most important meal of the day off to a delicious start with our pancake breakfast. Our Men’s Club will be preparing and serving up buttermilk pancakes, sausage, bacon, breakfast potatoes, and juice. Afterwards, award-winning vocalist Maureen Christine brings her crystal clear voice and warm stage presence to perform a musical potpourri of favorite songs from the big band era, Broadway stage, classic sing-a-longs, well-known standards and even a country song and a hit from a rock and roll megastar! (Please note time change for this event.) $9M/$13.50NM (#8537) Derby Days Luncheon Monday, May 9 • 12:00-2:00pm Get into the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes spirit. Grab a mint julep and enjoy the music performed by the singing Cowboy, Rick Pickrin. Rick will be singing all the songs in honor of these classic horse races. Prior to the entertainment, enjoy a lunch that will include broasted chicken, baked potato, salad, roll and dessert. $9M/$13.50NM (#8520)

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Bashful Blondes Luncheon Friday, April 15 • 11:30am-1:30pm Entertainers Gale Rose and Marti Kelley are versatile singers who bring a high energy non-stop fun time with songs from the 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s. Lunch will include a salad, side dish, and dessert. Our main course will be catered by Pasta D’Arte which will include beef baciole (sirloin beef rolls stuffed with garlic, parmesan and parsley, simmered in tomato sauce) or tilapia limone (tilapia fillets pan seared and served in a lemon butter and white wine sauce). $15M/$20NM (#8481)

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Trips

Bye Bye Birdie at the Drury Lane Theatre (Minimal walking, anticipate half block from bus to restaurant and seat) Thursday, Mar 3 • Check-in 10:00am • Depart 10:30am-4:45pm Drury Lane Theatre closes out its 2015 season with a staging of this classic American musical. Written by Michael Stewart, who would later pen both Hello Dolly! and Carnival, Bye Bye Birdie took its inspiration from Elvis Presley’s 1958 draft into the army. Bye Bye Birdie was one of the defining musicals of the early 60s. Incorporating the booming rock ‘n’ roll scene into its storyline with cultural touchstones like Ed Sullivan and a thinly veiled take-off of Elvis, it premiered on Broadway in 1960 and won four Tonys, including one for its biggest name star Dick Van Dyke. The lunch menu includes: a garden salad, and a choice of entrée: 1) pecan crusted tilapia or 2) chicken breast marsala. $75M/$80NM (#8419) We Gotta Bingo! At the Chicago Theatre Works (Minimal walking, anticipate half a block from bus to seat) Wednesday, Mar 9 • Check-in 10:30am • Depart 11:00-3:00pm Get ready for the wildest bingo Brew-ha-ha that Chicago has ever seen. This interactive show takes you to a church bingo fundraiser held in a rowdy German beer hall, where you’ll become a polka dancing, prize winning, bingo fanatic at this raucous, comedy hit. Tickets include dinner, live music and endless laughs. Dinner includes bruschetta appetizer, garden salad, lasagna, garlic bread, and assorted desserts. $65M/$70NM (#8420)

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Chicago Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier (Heavy walking, anticipate an hour and half of walking to tour flower show. Please anticipate a flight of 27 stairs at Italian Village) Tuesday, Mar 15 • Check-in 8:30am • Depart 9:00am-3:00pm The roots of the Chicago Flower & Garden Show date back as far as 1847, and create an experience that attendees will not soon forget by presenting realistic, as well as DIY solutions to inspire, educate and motivate the next generation of gardener. The show treats 40,000+ gardening enthusiasts and newbies alike to the sights, scents and sounds of feature gardens with blooming perennials, annuals and trees while water features rustle throughout the Festival Halls of Chicago’s acclaimed Navy Pier. After the show we will be having a fabulous lunch at Italian Village in downtown Chicago. Each meal includes minestrone soup, mixed green salad, and dessert. The day of the event you can choose from 6 entrees (spaghetti with meatball, fettuccine alfredo, meat ravioli, three cheese tortellini, manicotti, or lasagna). If you cannot walk upstairs please let us know prior to trip, Italian Village can arrange a table on the first floor. $58M/$63NM (#8421) Opera in Focus in Rolling Meadows (Minimal walking, half a block from bus to restaurant and half a block to theater seat) Wednesday, Apr 6 • Check-in 12:15pm • Depart 12:45-6:30pm William B. Fosser’s Puppet Production Opera in Focus presents fully staged scenes from well-known operas in performances that run about one hour in length. A narration of the action by the well-known actor Tony Mockus precedes each scene. A demonstration of the operation of the puppets and a tour of the highly technical backstage area follows each performance. We will be having lunch at Sam’s in Arlington Heights. Select from three meal options: 1) chicken picante 2) butt steak 3) sautéed tilapia. All entrees are served with your choice of soup or salad, potato or rice and vegetables, and ice cream for dessert. $55M/$60NM (#8479) Please refer to page 18 for our Trip Cancellation Policy

Trips

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Milwaukee Public Museum (Anticipate heavy walking) Tuesday, Apr 12 • Check-in: 8:00am • Depart 8:30am-5:30pm We will be participating in Milwaukee’s Public Museums Lunch & Lecture, Below the Surface: the Surprising Life of the Freshwater Mussel. The lunch buffet will be after the lecture which includes broccoli cheese soup, cashew chicken pita, white bean tomato and spinach salad, and assorted mini desserts. A day spent at MPM is guaranteed fun. Adventures await you around every corner! $60M/$65NM (#8480)

Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin at the Royal George Theatre (Minimal walking, half a block from bus to Marcello’s restaurant and half block from the restaurant to the theater seat) Thursday, Apr 28 • Check-in 10:45am • Depart 11:15am-5:00pm Hershey Felder brings to life the remarkable story of Irving Berlin, “America’s Composer.” From the depths of anti-Semitism in Czarist Russia, to New York’s Lower East Side, and ultimately all of America and the world, Berlin’s story epitomizes capturing the American dream. We will be having lunch at Marchello’s, the menu includes assorted fresh baked breads, Italian mozzarella salad with homemade Italian dressing, chicken marsala, and assorted gourmet brownies & cookies. $89M/$94NM (#8482) Let’s Race Around Racine (Heavy walking – anticipate 45 min Fortaleza tour, 30 min Bakery tour, 30 min Mars Cheese Castle tour) Tuesday, May 17 • Check-in 8:00am • Depart 8:30am-5:00pm All aboard a fun filled day exploring Racine, Wisconsin. We will start the day with a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright magnificent Fortaleza Hall and a screening of Carnauba. Then we will head over to Olde Madrid for a tapas lunch extravaganza. Racine is the home of the Kringle coffee cake! No tour would be complete without stopping by an O&H Bakery for a virtual tour. On our way out of town we will visit the Mars Cheese Castle to complete our road trip to Racine. $45M/$50NM (#8531)

Hazel at Drury Lane (Minimal walking, anticipate a half a block from bus to theater dining area) Thursday, May 26, Check-in:10:15, Depart 10:45-5:00pm The world premiere musical comedy, Hazel, based on the character created by Ted Key and the hit television series, kicks off the 2016-2017 season. It’s the 1960’s, a time of great change for America, but not all of the Baxter family is on board. What George Baxter finds not so funny about his wife joining the work force and his maid taking over his household and his life--is a laugh riot. Can a simple maid debone a turkey, save a marriage, uncover a matter of national security and lead a conga line? She can if she’s Hazel! Lunch includes Caesar Salad and a choice between traditional roast turkey and lemon sole. $75M/$80NM (#8533) Please refer to page 18 for our Trip Cancellation Policy

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Sunday Bloody Mary Sunday Second City (Minimal walking, anticipate a half a block fro bus to theater) Sunday, May 22 • Check-in: 9:30am • Depart 10:00am-1:30pm Second City has combined two of Chicago’s favorite things, brunch & comedy, for the ultimate Sunday-Funday. The delicious brunch will be buffet style: • Bottomless Bloody Marys and Mimosas • Carving Station: herb roasted pork tenderloin au jus • Chicken and Waffle Bar: crispy warm waffles complete with butter, syrup and cinnamon apple topping • biscuits and gravy, home fries, bacon and scrambled eggs • grilled shrimp with tomato vinaigrette, roasted brussel sprouts with pancetta, creamy polenta with Taleggio cheese, spinach salad and seasonal vegetables • fresh fruit, granola and yogurt station • muffins, cinnamon rolls and croissants. But save some room for a hilarious improv show after brunch. Your belly will thank you. $70M/$75NM (#8532)

16 Save the Date/General Information

Sandi Haynes Luncheon Tuesday, May 3 • Lunch 12:30pm • Entertainment 1:00pm $12M/$17NM (#8530) Women’s Health Day Saturday, May 14 • 9:00am-12:00pm Pilates, vendors, makeovers, massages, stress reduction techniques and more! NO COST (#8576)

Tailgating Party at Notre Dame High School Wednesday, May 18 • 3:30-6:30pm NO COST(#8581)

My Fair Lady at the Light Opera Works Friday, June 3 • Check in 11:00am • Depart 11:30am-6:30pm $66M/$71NM (#8573) Starved Rock Road Trip Monday, June 6 • Check in 7:00am • Depart 7:30am-7:00pm $80M/$85NM (#8574) Funny Thing that Happened Luncheon Friday, June 10 • 11:30am $10M/$15NM (#8575)

Paint-In-Party Saturday, June 11 •1:30-5:00pm Vote on which picture to paint at registration. $15M/$20NM NO COST (#8580)

Paint-in-Party Choice 1

Paint-in-Party Choice 2

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FREE Tax Assistance AARP Foundation Tax-Aide helps low and moderate income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. Volunteers are trained to assist in filing tax forms and certain schedules, including the Form 1040. Taxpayers with complex returns, or in instances where the counselor feels they do not have adequate training or knowledge, will be advised to seek paid tax assistance. Under the Volunteer Protection Act, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers must stay in the scope of the program and do those returns for which they have received training. Appointments can be scheduled for individuals with simple returns by calling the Tax Hot Line, 847-588-8440, between 9:00am and 2:00pm. Appointments run through Tuesday, April 12.

Miscellaneous

Wii Bowling Drop In

Mondays, 2:00-4:30pm Table Tennis is now at the NSC! Come on in, and play some Table Tennis, also known as Ping Pong! Stop in at the Front Desk for more information. Table Tennis Drop-in Hours Wednesdays 2:00-4:30pm In Search of Canasta Players! If you would like to play Canasta at the NSC, please contact Jaymi (847) 588-8420.

Stop in and check out the Media Center! There are 10 laptops, and an iPad. Volunteer Assistance! Media Center Drop-in Hours Mondays 1:00-3:00pm Tuesdays 2:00-3:00pm Fridays 1:00-3:00pm Swing into Spring Senior Expo at Golf Mill Mall Friday, Apr 29 • 9:00am-2:00pm Don’t forget to stop by the NSC booth at the Senior Expo to enter our raffle for a chance to win fantastic prizes! Coming Soon - Pickle Ball! For more information, call 847-588-8400.

17 Social Worker’s Corner

Managing the Stress of Chronic Illness

As people continue to live longer, it’s hard to find a family not affected by chronic illness. While a person might fully recover from a sudden illness in a few days, chronic illness lingers – creating lasting stress and potential family conflict. Cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s Disease, are just some of the many medical conditions requiring patients and their families to adjust to medical, emotional and caregiving challenges. Understanding as much as possible about a new diagnosis, with the help of a medical team and family advocates, is a good first step. Doctors and family members may have good ideas about resources to access effective medical treatments, community resources and social support. Consulting with one our senior center nurse may able a helpful first step in navigating the many medical questions faced with a new diagnosis. People facing chronic illness are often worried about challenges to their independence. The question, “Will I be able to take care of myself?” is a difficult question for newly diagnosed people and their close family members to answer honestly. Chronic illnesses affect people differently, making them difficult situations to predict and plan for.

Identifying caregiver burnout is also an important area to address. While a spouse may say they are able to caregive for their partner round-the-clock, all people need respite from caregiving to stay emotionally and physically well. Keeping family communication open about ways to share caregiving responsibilities -- and consider hiring in-home care if needed -- is an important part of keeping every family member healthy. The stress of a new diagnosis can feel overwhelming. If you, or a friend, have questions about how to cope better with chronic illness, or have questions about available community resources, please contact Bev Wessels at (847) 588-8420.

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A person’s natural desire to remain independent when faced with physical changes may suddenly be questioned by concerned family members. Yet to encourage a person’s sense of hope about the future, it is critical to find creative ways to maintain as much independence as possible. Maybe that might involve family members sharing turns transporting a chronically-ill relative to a favorite club or other cherished activity. Maintaining familiar routines can be a source of joy when faced with the uncertainty of a new illness.

Policies

Info

Membership Niles residents may purchase a membership to the NSC for $20 a year per person, or $30 a year for two residing at the same address. Non-residents may purchase a membership to the NSC for $35 a year per person, or $45 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, library for books & movies, and multi-media center. 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 (All credit card payments must be made in person.) 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. Trip Cancellation Policy Fees for day trips are non-refundable within 10 working days of the trip if a replacement cannot be found. Please call and speak with a staff person and let them know you cannot attend the trip. We will do our best to find a replacement for you on the trip. If we are successful, you will be given a credit on your account or issued a refund check. 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.

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Inclement Weather 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. 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. Americans with Disabilities Act 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 buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s compliance, please contact Steven Vinezeano, Village Manager, Village Administration Building, 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL 60714.

In memory of... Matthew Garnett, Dorothy Hamilton Frances Pawelek, Dorothy Sklare, Margaret M. Smith A memorial sign is 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.

Notary Public

The Senior Center has a notary on staff. No appointment is needed, but please call before you come in to verify availability. Documents must not be signed beforehand and a photo ID is required.

Program Guide

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 is available for use in the multi-media center.

Ventra Card

Forms available. Photos taken for a $3.00 processing fee.

SHIP Appointments

(Senior Health Insurance Program) Call for appointment.

TDD (Hearing Impaired Phone) 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

Name _____________________________________________ Phone _______________________________ **Please let us know at the time of registration if special accommodations are needed.**

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Registration

Registration Starts: Tuesday, Feb 9M • Feb 16NM

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.

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Check #_____________ Payable to the “Village of Niles”

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REGISTRATION DATES Tuesday, Feb 9M • Feb 16NM

VILLAGE CLERK Marlene J. Victorine SENIOR CENTER DIRECTOR Kelly Mickle PROGRAM COORDINATORS Jaymi Blickhahn Milcah Baraona Chrisann Fahy NURSE Brigitte Powidzki SOCIAL WORKERS Bev Wessels Monika Lucarz MAINTENANCE Marco Aviles RECEPTIONIST Jolanta Banasiak ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Bernadette Knapik

Membership for Non-Residents is now OPEN! Become a member of the Niles Senior Center and take advantage of the diverse programming while joining a vibrant group of people staying active in the community. We offer affordable annual memberships at only $35 for individuals, and $45 for couples. Members enjoy special discounts on all activities in addition to receiving the Niles Senior Center Bi-Monthly Program Guide. Not only does your membership serve as a passport to many exciting events, it also helps to support and sustain the Center and ensure that it is a vital part of the community for many years to come. Come check us out and join today!