Niles Senior Center
Naturally Active .November/December 2015 Bi-Monthly Program Guide
999 Civic Center Drive • Niles, IL 60714 • 847-588-8420 •www.vniles.com
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Monday
Tuesday
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3 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Take Charge of Your Health - Be Fit & Strong Info Session 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab
9:00 AARP Smart Driver’s 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
Wednesday 4 10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Rhythm Band 11:30 Polka Luncheon 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis
TRIP - SPIRIT OF CHICAGO CASINO CRUISE 9 9:00 AARP Smart Driver’s 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
16 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 10:00 SCRAM Internet Safety 10:30 Men’s Club Meeting 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
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23 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 10:45 Women’s Club Planning 11:00 Pain Management 11:30 Women’s Club Meeting 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling TRIP - CHICAGO MOSAIC SCHOOL TOUR
30 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer La 12:00 Nifty Fifties Luncheon 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
10 10:00 BP Screening 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 ITAC Amplified Phone 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Be Fit & Strong 12:00 Com Ed - Smart Meter 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab
Thursday 5 9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Be Fit & Strong 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Take Charge of Your Health - Niles Public Library
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6 9:00 Drop in Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:00 Time of the Season 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 12:00 Lite Lunch & Movie Cinderella 1:00 Open Computer Lab 5:00 An Evening with the Stars
12 9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Be Fit & Strong 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Take Charge of Your Health - Niles Public Library
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Friday
13 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
20 19 18 17 9:00 Drop in Art 9:00 All American 10:00 Flexibility 9:30 Men’s Health & 9:15 Int Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Rhythm Band Fitness Group 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 10:00 Social Mahjongg 11:30 Talking with Your 10:00 Choral Group 12:00 Poker Tournament 10:30 Be Fit & Strong Doctor 10:00 Social Mahjongg 1:00 Open Computer Lab 10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Encore Movie 10:30 Be Fit & Strong 6:00 Community Event 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics Love & Mercy 10:30 VIM Meeting & Evening Movie 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis Voices of Vision Book Jurassic World 2:00 Open Computer Lab Club 5:30 Take Charge of Your 1:00 Line Dance Health - Niles Public 1:00 Social Bridge Library 1:30 Book Discussion 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:00 Dinner & Movie TRIP - NIU WILDCATS TRIP - DRURY LANE Love & Mercy BASKETBALL GAME WHITE CHRISTMAS 25
24 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Be Fit & Strong 11:30 New Membership 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab
10:00 Flexibility 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis
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26 CLOSED 11:30 Thanksgiving Celebration
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Tournaments
Monthly Groups - July through Dec All groups start in July and go through December. Registra on required for all monthly groups Social Cards or Billiards Drop-In Art Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am, $0M/$12NM (#8004)
Social Mahjongg Bring your game and your friends and start a table! Tuesdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#7970) Thursdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#7971)
Social Bridge Tuesdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8000)
All American Thursdays, 9:00am, $0M/12NM (#8008)
Drop-In Ceramics Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8012)
Drop-In Woodcarving Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8010)
Poker Tournament Friday, Nov 20 • 12:00pm Play 7-Card Stud and 5-Card Draw. Cost includes lunch and prizes. $5M/$7.50NM (#8376)
Discussion Groups Issues in the News Thursdays, Nov 5 - 19 • 9:30am Moderator: Arlene Golub Issues for discussion are brought up by class par'cipants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Join this exci'ng group and open up a world of new ideas! Jul - Dec, $0M/$12NM (#7983) Book Discussion Tuesday, Nov 17 • 1:30pm • NO COST Moderator: Judy Schakowsky Books can be picked up at the front desk. (#8377)
Monthly Groups
Men’s Club
Choral Group Choral Director: Ludmyla Turkalo Tuesdays, Nov 3 - 24 • 10:00am $7M/$10.50NM (#8345)
Men’s Club Mee!ng Monday, Nov 16 • 10:30am President: Hank Betka Chief Dennis McEnerney will have a discussion and ques'on & answer session about the Niles Police Department. Brunch style lunch includes: choice of baked bacon and spinach or ham and cheese soufflé, seasonal mixed greens salad, and dessert. Strict deadline for registra'on is November 13. $5M/$7.50NM (#8356)
Men’s Health & Fitness Group Tuesday, Nov 17 • 9:30am Moderator: Hank Betka Join the men’s fitness “coffee and...” group. Stop by if you are interested in joining this group. $2M/$3NM To be paid at the door
$0M/$12NM (#7973)
Men’s Club Planning Mee!ng Monday, Nov 16 • Immediately following regular mee'ng
Women’s Club Women’s Club Planning Monday, Nov 23 • 10:45am Women’s Club Mee!ng Monday, Nov 23 • 11:30am-2:00pm President: Lois MacAdam Lunch will include baked ham with pineapple, sweet potato, vegetables, roll and pumpkin pie for dessert. Our very own Rhythm Band will be performing your favorite holiday songs following the mee'ng. $5M/$7.50NM (#8379)
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Niles Rhythm Band 1st & 3rd Wednesdays • 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 communi'es, 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. Jul 1 - Dec 16,
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November
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm, $0M/$12NM (#8002)
Pinochle Tournament Friday, Nov 13 • 12:00pm Par'cipate in a 3-handed tournament. Cost includes lunch and prizes. $5M/$7.50NM (#8375)
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Movies Art Program
November
Time of the Season Thursday, Nov 5 • 10:00am-12:00 pm Create a popular Autumn/Thanksgiving wreath for your home or to give as a gi&. $30M/$35NM (#8355)
Classes AARP Smart Driver’s Course (2 classes) Mondays, Nov 2 & 9 • 9:00am-1:00pm Par%cipants must pre-register and a"end both days. The AARP Smart Driver Course is the na%on’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 informa%on 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 informa%on, please contact the Senior Center at 847-588-8420. Cost of the course is $15 (AARP members) and $20 (nonAARP members) paid by check on the first day of class (#8294)
Informa%onal Forum
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SCRAM - Senior Crime Reduc!on Awareness Measures Internet Safety Monday, Nov 16 • 10:00am Program presented by Niles Police Department The internet creates many opportuni%es for individuals to conduct business, plan travel, access records, pay bills, and stay in touch with family and friends. Learn how to take advantage of the opportuni%es, without falling prey to predators, and have peace of mind when you go online . NO COST, but pre-registra%on is required. (#8299)
Lite Lunch and Movie: Cinderella (PG 2015 105min) Friday, Nov 6 • 12:00pm A girl named Ella (Cinderella) has the purest heart living in a cruel world filled with evil stepsisters and an evil stepmother out to ruin Ella’s life. Ella comes one with her pure heart when she meets the prince and dances her way to a be"er life with glass shoes, and a li"le help from her fairy godmother, of course. -IMDB Lunch includes: sloppy joe sandwich, chips and dessert. $5M/$7.50NM, (#8373) Movie ONLY, NO COST (#8374)
Dinner and Movie: Love & Mercy (PG13 2014 121min) Tuesday, Nov 17 • 5:00pm Starring: John Cusack, Paul Giama! & Elizabeth Banks Brian Wilson is the crea%ve soul of the Beach Boys, but he paid a heavy price for his talent. That especially shows during his peak ar%s%c years in the 1960s, as his inner demons and obsessions trying to please his abusive father drive him to a mental breakdown that would plague him for years. In the 1980s, with Brian barely func%onal under the domina%on of the unscrupulous Dr. Landy, Brian meets and falls in love with Melinda Ledbe"er. As their rela%onship grows, she observes Brian’s crippling subservience to the abusive psychotherapist with growing alarm. Ul%mately, she must take ac%on with a love willing to stand up to oppression she cannot ignore. - IMDB Dinner includes: hot dog, chips and dessert. $2M/$3NM, (#8369) Movie ONLY, NO COST (#8370) Encore Presenta%on, Wednesday, Nov 18 • 1:00pm NO COST (#8371)
Health and Wellness Diabe!c Fingers!ck & Health Counseling By appointment only, please contact Brigi+e - $4 fee
Flexibility (26 sessions) Wednesdays, July 1 - December 23 • 10:00-11:00am Instructor: Brigi e Powidzki, Arthri s Ins tute cer fied Si!ng & standing strengthening with resistance bands. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#7997) (no class 11/11) Using Weights (25 sessions) Mondays, July 6 - December 28 • 9:30-10:30am Instructor: Brigi e Powidzki, Arthri s Ins tute cer fied Si!ng, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8175) Pain Management (25 sessions) Mondays, July 6- December 28 • 11:00am-12:00pm Instructor: Brigi e Powidzki, Arthri s Ins tute cer fied Gentle & therapeu"c exercises and focused relaxa"on to ease pain. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8176) Intermediate Tai Chi (7 classes) Fridays, Oct 30 - Dec 18 • 9:15-10:15am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthri s Ins tute cer fied *Pre-Requisite – Beginning Tai Chi $35M/$40NM (#8331) (No class 11/27)
Take Charge of Your Health - Be Fit & Strong Informa!onal Session Tuesday, Nov 3 • 10:30-11:30am Instructor: Tim Vu, White Crane Wellness Come find out what the new twelve-week session will be about and how it can help you. NO COST, but registra"on is required. (#8348) Take Charge of Your Health - Be Fit & Strong! Tuesdays & Thursdays , Nov 10 - Feb 4 • 10:30am-12:00pm Instructor: Tim Vu, White Crane Wellness Combine flexibility, strength training and aerobic walking to strengthen your lower body and help manage arthri"s symptoms. Learn to perform safe stretching, improve balance along with increasing strength to safely increase ac"vity in your daily life. (No class 11/26, 12/24 & 12/31) $10M/$15NM (#8349) Blood Pressure Screening Tuesday, Nov 10 • 10:00-11:30am Walk-In, NO COST at the Niles Fitness Center ITAC Amplified Phones Tuesday, Nov 10 • 10:00am-12:00pm FREE amplified phones for those who qualify through the State of Illinois program. Appointment is required, please call (847)588-8420
Yoga in Chairs (3 classes) Thursdays, Nov 5 - 19 • 10:45-11:45am Instructor: Andrea Lubershane Chair Yoga is a simple, easy and beneficial part of staying in shape. $18M/$23NM (#8341)
Visually Impaired Mo!vators (VIM) & Voices of Vision Book Club Tuesday, Nov 17 • 10:30-11:30am Mee"ng 11:30am - 12:30pm Book Club Do you have low vision and want to maintain your ac"ve lifestyle? Discuss ways to maintain your lifestyle with others in this suppor"ve group, followed by a discussion of the prior month’s book selec"on. Third Tuesday of each month through December $10M/$15NM (#7995)
Line Dance (4 classes) Tuesdays, Nov 3 - 24 • 1:00-2:00pm Instructor: Fran Strain Enjoy easy-to-learn dance pa+erns in Country, Ballroom, Top 40, La"n, Swing, and more! No partner needed. $10M/$15NM (#8343)
Talking with Your Doctor Wednesday, Nov 18 • 11:30am-12:30pm Does your doctor seem to rush through your appointment? Are your ques"ons answered? This class is to make the short "me with your doctor more efficient and get your ques"ons answered. $1.00 (#8385)
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Beginning Tai Chi (7 classes) Fridays, Oct 30 - Dec 18 • 10:30-11:30am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthri s Ins tute cer fied A%er 5, 10, 15 minutes of tai chi, many people report having pain relief, increased balance and a sharper sense of their environment. $35M/$40NM (#8332) (No class 11/27)
November
Exercise Classes
Live Well, Be Well - Take Charge of Your Health (6 classes) Thursdays, Nov 5 - Dec 17 • 5:30-8:00pm Instructor: Brigi e Powidzki, RN & Rick Larson This program is a proven series to help guide you in self management of your and/or your loved ones health condi"on whether it is high blood pressure, asthma, heart disease or any condi"on. Topics include: coping with fa"gue, exercise, medica"ons, nutri"on and evalua"ng new treatment op"ons. Advance registra"on is required (no class 11/26) NO COST (#8347) at Niles Public Library
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Community Events
Community Events
An Evening with the Stars Friday, Nov 6 • Pre-Show Recep!on 5:00 - 6:00pm Performance 6:00 - 7:00pm Our second installment of An Evening with the Stars will feature Jorge Holmes, a dynamic performer who will dazzle us with his contemporary rendi!on of popular opera songs. Jorge’s commanding stage presence and powerful voice will transport you to the magical streets of 16th century Florence, Italy. Please pre-register in person or via phone at: 847-588-8420. Ticket price includes: Two (2) glasses of wine, hors d’oeuvres, and performance. Open to anyone 21+. $5M/$7.50NM (#8351) ComEd - New Smart Meter, Put it to Work for You Tuesday, Nov 10 • 12:00 - 1:00pm In prepara!on for the new electric smart meters that will be installed in Niles in November 2015, the NSC will be hos!ng ComEd as they present a community-wide informa!onal forum. Come learn about how the new electric smart meters benefit you, get to know the smart grid and explore personalized online energy-management tools as you learn how to properly use electricity and save money in the process. NO COST
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Evening Movie - Jurassic World Friday, Nov 20 • Doors open at 6:00pm • Movie begins at 6:30pm A new theme park is built on the original site of Jurassic Park. Everything is going well un!l the park’s newest a%rac!on--a gene!cally modified giant stealth killing machine--escapes containment and goes on a killing spree. –IMDB *Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Pre-register at (847)588-8420 • NO COST • Open to all ages (#8372)
Special Events
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Paint-in Party Saturday, Jan 30 • 1:30-4:00pm Let’s join the new paint-in party craze. You don’t have to be an experienced ar!st to create a work of art. We will learn how to paint a simple pain!ng with step by step instruc!ons while enjoying appe!zers and one glass of wine. This is the perfect !me to get together with friends and family. Make sure you wear clothes that can get ruined or bring a smock to protect your clothes. $15M/$20NM (#8384 )
Luncheons
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7 Luncheons
Polka Luncheon Wednesday, Nov 4 • 11:30am - 1:30pm Come out and enjoy some Polish cuisine and Polka music by Eddie Korosa. Eddie Korosa has received mul!ple nomina!ons for his musical talent and was the named the 2012 Chicago Music Awards “Best Polka Entertainer”. Eddie Korosa has been celebra!ng over 50 years of Polka entertainment. The Red Apple will be catering the event which includes a salad, polish sausage, pierogis, sauerkraut, and dessert. $13M/$18NM (#8354)
Ni!y Fi!ies Luncheon Monday, Nov 30 • 12:00pm-2:00 pm Heather Braoudakis will be back to perform her program “Fun Fif!es.” A Flying Purple People Eater was wearing a Yellow Polka Dot Bikini when he le" his chewing gum on the bedpost overnight. A strange 1950’s riddle? No, just fun songs from the ‘50’s, along with fun facts about the 1950’s. Lunch will include lasagna, salad, roll and chocolate cake for dessert. $9M/$13.50NM (#8380)
Gene Kelly: Song & Dance Man Presented by: John Boda Wednesday, Dec 30 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm This is another in the series of “The Life & Music of” and covers the amazing life of Gene Kelly condensed into one hour with select songs performed along with select dances from vintage clips! Although he had no official partner like Fred Astaire, the closest he came was with Judy Garland, and some of their songs and dances together will also be featured such as “Ballin’ the Jack”, “Meet Me in St. Louis”, “Love is Here to Stay” and of course several Kelly classics like “Singing in the Rain” and more. Also several amazing dance clips of his dancing are shown as John Boda performs the songs. Lunch includes a cheeseburger, coleslaw and dessert. $9M/$13.50NM (#8381)
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“Endurance” Presented by: Rochelle Pennington Monday, Dec 7 • 11:00am-1:00pm Authors Rochelle Pennington and Nicholas Pennington traveled to the countries of England and Scotland to research the epic adventure of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s “Imperial Trans-Antarc!c Expedi!on,” a true account of human strife and triumph. The extraordinary events surrounding one of history’s greatest shipwrecks are detailed in their book. The story has inspired genera!ons over the past century and has provoked management studies in leadership and mo!va!onal principles at Harvard University and corpora!ons across America. Journal entries penned by crewmembers who served on board the ship Endurance pay tribute to the unique and effec!ve leadership style Shackleton used to safely deliver every one of his men from nearly two years of disaster and perils in the frozen world of Antarc!ca where danger threatened life, limb, and sanity. Lunch will include a salad, ¼ slab of bbq ribs, chicken, baked potato, roll, and dessert. $14M/$19NM (#8382)
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Thanksgiving Celebra!on Thursday, Nov 26 • 11:30am - 3:00pm (Reserva!ons required by Thursday, Nov 19) Family far away? Has cooking become too much trouble? If so, please join us for our annual Thanksgiving Day Celebra!on. A tradi!onal meal featuring turkey and all the fixings will be served. NO COST, but a non-perishable food item or monetary dona!on to the Niles Family Services Food Pantry is requested. (#8391)
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Men’s Club Holiday Luncheon Friday, Dec 4 • 11:30am - 3:00pm (doors open at 11:00am) Come celebrate the holidays with a fantas!c lunch, an awesome band, and gi"s! Our lunch will be held at the new White Eagle with a menu which includes the following: mushroom barley soup, tossed salad, roasted chicken, roast brisket of beef, Polish sausage and sauerkraut, California blend mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, pierogis, and assorted pastries. We will be dining to the tunes of the Melodaries Band, a swing/big band group with a Frank Sinatra style vocalist. The best part? They also play an assortment of line dance songs, so get your dance shoes ready. $30M/$35NM (#8358)
Dreidel Tournament and Hanukkah Party Luncheon Thursday, Dec 10 • 11:30am - 1:30pm Enjoy some great music, great food and have a wonderful !me at this year’s dreidel tournament and Hanukkah Party. Be entertained with music by Joel Frankel as he performs a number of Hanukkah classics and contemporary holiday songs. The day will begin with a rousing dreidel tournament with prizes, followed by a delicious lunch and wrapping it all up with live music. $15M/$20NM (#8353)
For more sugges ons on how to help this holiday season, please see page 14.
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Holiday Giving Tree The holidays are right around the corner. What a wonderful me of the year! In the spirit of the season, the Senior Center would like to give back to the community by sponsoring a Giving Tree. The Giving Tree program provides new slippers, blankets, scarves, non-slip socks or other ameni es to home-bound seniors in Niles to share holiday cheer. The tree is decorated with numbered tags with a gi request. Individuals interested in par cipa ng in the program can choose one or more tags from the tree and return the gi with the original giving tag back to the NSC by Monday, December 14th.
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Casino Cabaret Luncheon Friday, Jan 8 • 11:30am - 2:00pm Let’s get out of our comfort clothes and get dressed up for our Casino Cabaret Luncheon! Enjoy a delicious lunch while being entertained by Jeorge Holmes, who does tributes to Sinatra, Presley and Pavaro . Nanno Pinno in Edison Park will be catering the event; the menu includes a house salad, chicken vesuvio with peas in a garlic white wine sauce, tomato cream pasta, dessert and a champagne toast to celebrate the New Year. In addi on to food and entertainment we will be adding some excitement to our January blues by gambling the a ernoon away with some Poker, Blackjack, Roule e, Horse Racing, Computer Slots, and Bingo. Every guest will be given some “fun money” to play with so you won’t have to break the bank to come to this event. However, the big winners can win a handful of lo ery ckets! $15M/$20NM (#8352)
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December
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
1 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg
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4 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 11:30 Men’s Club Holiday Luncheon at White Eagle 1:00 Open Computer Lab
9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg
2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis
10:30 Be Fit & Strong
1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab
9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Pain Management 11:00 Luncheon “Endurance” 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
Friday
2 10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Rhythm Band
10:30 Be Fit & Strong
Thursday
TRIP -JACOB HENRY MANSION ESTATE & LEGACY GIRLS SHOW
8 10:00 Blood Pressure Screening 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg
9 10:00 Flexibility 11:30 Chill Out & Other Facts About Food Safety
10:30 Be Fit & Strong
10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Take Charge - Library
10 9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Be Fit & Strong
2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis
11:00 Monthly Mailing 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Open Computer Lab
10:45 Yoga in Chairs 11:30 Dreidel Tournament & Hanukkah Party 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Take Charge - Library
11 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Will Appointments 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Open Computer Lab
12 SATURDAY 10:00 Drums Alive - Move to the Beat of Your Own Drum
TRIP - A CHRISTMAS STORY MUSICAL
13 Sunday TRIP - CHRISTMAS LIGHT TOUR
15 9:30 Men’s Health & Fitness Group
10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Social Mahjongg
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10:30 Be Fit & Strong 14 10:30 VIM Meeting & Voices of Vision Book Club
9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Using Weights 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Social Bridge 1:30 Book Discussion 2:00 Open Computer Lab
16 10:00 Flexibility 10:30 Rhythm Band 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis
17 9:00 All American 9:30 Issues in the News 10:00 Social Mahjongg 10:30 Be Fit & Strong
10:45 Yoga in Chairs 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Take Charge - Library
21 22 23 24 9:00 Drop-In Art 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 Flexibility 9:00 All American 10:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Using Weights 10:30 Rhythm Band 10:00 Social Mahjong 10:30 Be Fit & Strong 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 10:30 Men’s Club Meeting 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Line Dance 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:00 Social Bridge 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
30 28 29 31 10:00 Social Mahjongg 12:00 Luncheon - Gene 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 All American 10:00 Choral Group Kelly Song & Dance 10:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Using Weights 10:30 Be Fit & Strong Man 11:00 Pain Management 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Line Dance 2:00 Drop-In Table Tennis 1:00 Open Computer Lab 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 1:00 Social Bridge 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling 2:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Open Computer Lab
18 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:15 Int Tai Chi 10:00 SCRAM - Holiday Burglary Prevention 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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Monthly Groups July - December All groups start in July and go through December. Registra on required for all monthly groups
Social Cards or Billiards Drop-In Art Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am, $0M/$12NM (#8004)
Social Mahjongg Bring your game and your friends and start a table! Tuesdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#7970) Thursdays, 10:00am, $0M/12NM (#7971)
Men’s Club Mee!ng Monday, Dec 21 • 10:30am - 12:30pm Close out the year with good cheer with a hot lunch. Menu includes: chicken, Italian beef, mostaccioli, rolls, salad and dessert. $5M/$7.50NM (#8357) Men’s Club Planning Mee!ng Cancelled for December
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Informa!onal Forum
Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8012)
SCRAM - Senior Crime Reduc!on Awareness Measures Holiday Burglary Preven!on Friday, Dec 18 • 10:00am Program presented by Niles Police Department These scams are some of the most common scams used. Criminals prey on your willingness to help and your fear of being embarrassed. Learn how to protect yourself and tell them to scram. NO COST, but registra!on is required. (#8300)
Drop-In Woodcarving
Technology Trends
Social Bridge Tuesdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8000)
All American Thursdays, 9:00am, $0M/12NM (#8008)
Drop-In Ceramics
Thursdays, 1:00pm, $0M/12NM (#8010)
Discussion Groups
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.
Choral Group Choral Director: Ludmyla Turkalo Tuesdays, Dec 1 - 29 • 10:00am $7M/$10.50NM (#8346) Niles Rhythm Band 1st & 3rd Wednesdays • 10:30am Jul 1 - Dec 16, $0M/$12NM (#7973) Men’s Health & Fitness Group Tuesday, Dec 15 • 9:30am Coordinator: Hank Betka $2M/$3M To be paid at the door
Women’s Club Women’s Club Mee!ng Women’s Club will not meet in December.
Using Weights (25 sessions) Mondays, Jul 6 - Dec 28 • 9:30-10:30am Instructor: Brigi!e Powidzki, Arthri"s Ins"tute cer"fied Si&ng, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8175) Pain Management (25 sessions) Mondays, July 6- December 28 • 11:00am-12:00pm Instructor: Brigi!e Powidzki, Arthri"s Ins"tute cer"fied Gentle & therapeu!c exercises and focused relaxa!on to ease pain. Waiver must be signed prior to class. $10M/$15NM (#8176) Line Dance (5 classes) Tuesdays, Dec 1 - 29 • 1:00-2:00pm Instructor: Fran Strain Enjoy easy-to-learn dance pa*erns in Country, Ballroom, Top 40, La!n, Swing, and more! A partner is not needed. $12.50M/$17.50NM (#8344)
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Issues in the News Thursdays, Dec 3 - 17 • 9:30am Moderator: Arlene Golub Issues for discussion are brought up by class par!cipants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Join this exci!ng class Exercise Classes Flexibility (26 sessions) and open up a world of new ideas! Wednesdays, Jul 1 - Dec 23 • 10:00-11:00am Jul - Dec, $0M/$12NM (#7983) Instructor: Brigi!e Powidzki, Arthri"s Ins"tute cer"fied Si&ng & standing strengthening with resistance bands. Book Discussion Waiver must be signed prior to class. Tuesday, Dec 15 • 1:30pm, NO COST $10M/$15NM (#7997) (no class 11/11) Books can be picked up at the front desk. (#8378)
Monthly Groups
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December
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm, $0M/$12NM (#8002)
Men’s Club
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Exercise Classes
December
Yoga in Chairs (3 classes) Thursdays, Dec 3 - 17 • 10:45-11:45am Instructor: Andrea Lubershane $18M/$23NM (#8342) Intermediate Tai Chi (7 classes) Fridays, Oct 30 - Dec 18 • 9:15-10:15am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthri!s Ins!tute cer!fied *Pre-Requisite – Beginning Tai Chi $35M/$40NM (#8331) (No class 11/27) Beginning Tai Chi (7 classes) Fridays, Oct 30 - Dec 18 • 10:30-11:30am Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthri!s Ins!tute cer!fied A!er 5, 10, 15 minutes of tai chi, many people report having pain relief, increased balance and a sharper sense of their environment. $35M/$40NM (#8332) (No class 11/27)
Drums Alive Move to the Beat of Your Own Drum Saturday, Dec 12 • 10:00-11:00am Instructor: Sian Nolan, Drums Alive Cer!fied Trainer from Stay Fit Physical Therapy & Core Wellness Want to get fit, gain strength, increase your energy and have fun while moving to the beat of your own drum - literally? This class combines aerobic condi"oning, coordina"on and strengthening all while drumming with s"cks on exercise balls for a unique, invigora"ng exercise experience. This program can help decrease blood pressure, lower blood sugar, and increase your concentra"on. Appropriate for all levels. NO COST, Maximum class size is 15, so register early. (#8392) Visually Impaired Mo!vators (VIM) & Voices of Vision Book Club Tuesday, Dec 15 • 10:30am-11:30am Mee"ng 11:30am - 12:30pm Book Club Do you have low vision and want to maintain your ac"ve lifestyle? Discuss ways to maintain your lifestyle with others in this suppor"ve group, followed by a discussion of the prior month’s book selec"on. Third Tuesday of each month through December $10M/$15NM (#7995)
Miscellaneous
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Diabe!c Fingers!ck & Health Counseling By appointment only, please contact Brigi#e - $4 fee
Wii Bowling Drop In Mondays, 2:00 - 4:30pm
Blood Pressure Screening Tuesday, Dec 8 • 10:00am-11:30am Walk-In to the Niles Fitness Center for your blood pressure and free educa"on. NO COST
Table Tennis is now at the NSC!
Chill Out & Other Facts About Food Safety Wednesday, Dec 9 • 11:30am-12:30pm Come learn the four safety steps in food safety and how to protect yourself and others from food poisoning. Do you know that cooling food before you put it in the refrigerator raises your risk of food bourne illness? Learn this and other facts during this interac"ve class. This class is open to everyone, (see page 17) and a requirement for kitchen volunteers. NO COST, but registra"on is required. (#8390))
Stop in and check out the Media Center! There are 10 laptops, and an iPad. Volunteer Assistance!
Come on in, and play some Table Tennis, also known as Ping Pong! Stop in at the Front Desk for more informa"on. Table Tennis Drop-in Hours Wednesdays 2:00-4:30pm
Media Center Drop-in Hours Mondays 1:00-3:00pm Tuesdays 2:00-3:00pm Thursdays 2:00-3:00pm Fridays 1:00-3:00pm
13 Social Worker’s Corner
Holiday Kindness From You to Another How can we keep holiday spirit alive in the New Year? As we head into 2016, we begin a new year filled with opportunity. Many of us take stock of what we want to achieve in the new year by making resolu ons. One popular resolu on is to get organized by cleaning out closets and ge ng rid of things we no longer use. Yet some of the items clu ering our closets and basements can be donated to charitable causes -- a great way to ring in the New Year. In addi on, some dona ons may be tax deduc ble.
More tradi onal contribu ons include clothing, household items, and books -- which can be donated to an array of organiza ons. Veteran Groups such as AMVETS and the Purple Heart accept dona ons, as do shelters such as WINGS (Women in Need Growing Stronger) and social service groups such as the Salva on Army. In addi on, your dona ons of used furniture can be donated to H.O.M.E. (Housing Opportuni es and Maintenance for the Elderly), which will arrange for pick-up and distribu on to Chicago area seniors.
Hunger con nues to affect families coping with stress and financial challenges. Dona ons of nonperishable food in cans, containers and boxes can make a big difference in the lives of others. Niles Family Service, as well as Maine and Niles townships, maintain emergency food pantries that can accept these dona ons. Finally, volunteering me may be one of the most appreciated and valued contribu ons that many of us will make. Delivering meals or visi ng homebound seniors are just some of the ways to share your me with other seniors in our community. Please call Bev Wessels at (847) 588-8420 with any ques ons about ways you can make a difference.
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For example, did you know that it’s possible to donate a used car to a charity and get a tax deduc on? In addi on, pickup and towing costs to remove the vehicle are o en covered by the contribu on. The Vehicle Dona on Program directs the funds it collects from auto dona ons to American Lung Associa on programs. Another program through America’s Car Dona on Chari es Center allows people to select which charity their auto will benefit. For example, the United Way and the Alzheimer’s Associa on are just some of the many organiza ons which benefit from the program.
Health care items are other useful items to consider giving. The Lions of Illinois Founda on recycles used eyeglasses (the glasses are refurbished and sent to needy areas outside of the United States). Also, the Starkey Hearing Founda on’s Hear Now program collects donated hearing aids that are recycled for people with financial need.
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Trips
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Trips
Spirit of Chicago Casino Cruise (An cipate one block from bus to boat & addi onal walking on boat) Tuesday, Nov 3 • Check-in: 10:15am • Depart: 10:45am- 3:30pm Come aboard the Spirit of Chicago for a fun-filled a"ernoon. The cruise begins with deligh#ul views along the skyline, along with a delicious buffet style lunch and lively music including the greatest tunes from the past decades. Start the buffet lunch with a variety of salads, mashed potatoes, roasted broccoli, backed zi%, chicken parmesan meatballs, maple & mustard glazed pork loin, roast salmon and %lapia. Then the fun really gets started with the Slots, Blackjack, Roule'e, Poker, and Bingo games complete with great Spirit prizes (all games will be played with “cruise money”). $75M/$80NM (#8350)
White Christmas at Drury Lane (A quarter block from lunch to seat) Thursday, Nov 19 • Check-in: 10:15 am • Depart: 10:45am- 4:45pm Celebrate the holiday season with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the merry and bright stage produc%on based on the classic silver screen roman%c comedy. White Christmas is joyful entertainment for the en%re family and will have audiences dreaming of tree tops glistening and sleigh bells in the snow. We will be ea%ng lunch before the show at Drury Lane. The lunch menu includes a garden salad, and choices between two entrées: 1) Chicken breast Mediterranean 2) Grilled boneless pork chop. $75M/$80NM (#8273)
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Wildcats Northwestern Men’s Basketball Game (An cipate one block from bus to seats in arena) Friday, Nov 20 • Check-in 5:30 pm • Depart 6:00pm-10:00pm Come out and support the Northwestern University Wildcats as they go against the Columbia Lions in Evanston. Refreshments and food can be purchased at the game and are not included with the %cket price. Please note that the bus will not have a bathroom. Go Wildcats! $40M/$45NM (#8368) The Chicago Mosaic School Tour (CMS) (An cipate a quarter block and stairs from bus to classroom and you can sit during the tour if you need to, antcipate stairs also.) Monday, Nov 23 • Check-in: 9:15 am • Depart: 9:45 am-2:30pm The Chicago Mosaic School was founded in 2005 and has become the center of educa%on for Mosaic Arts in the United States. As the first non-profit school of its kind, CMS provides opportunity for ar%sts interested in the serious study with an academic materially-oriented approach to art educa%on in the World Master tradi%on. CMS does request a small dona%on of $4.00 per person to support their con%nuing educa%on. A"er our tour we will be having lunch at Saba%no’s. The menu starts with pizza bread, minestrone soup, bow%e pasta with fresh tomato and basil and for the main entrée boneless breast of chicken stuffed with long grain and wild rice in a fresh mushroom and wine sauce. If you s%ll have room we will end with coffee and dessert. Note that this bus does not have a bathroom. $40M/$45NM (#8367)
Please refer to page 18 for our Trip Cancella!on Policy
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The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate and The Legacy Girls Christmas Cheer Show (Tour Mansion Moderate Walking/Lunch & Show Minimal Walking) Wednesday, Dec 2 • Check-in 9:00am • Depart 9:30am-4:30pm We welcome you to begin your day with a self-guided tour. The Jacob Henry Mansion is a Historical City, State and Na!onal Landmark. Experience spectacular cuisine at the Jacob Henry Mansion, as you take a trip back in !me to experience a “Victorian Holiday”. Join us for a “Christmas Cheer Show” featuring the Legacy Girls. Celebrate the Christmas songs you know and love with their 3-part harmony, costumes, and synchronized choreography – not to men!on that comedic flair! The menu includes a fresh garden salad with warm rolls and whipped bu$er, holiday chicken on wild rice with cranberry orange sauce and steamed vegetable, dessert, coffee or tea. $66M/$71NM (#8365) A Christmas Story Musical (A quarter block into restaurant, half block from restaurant to seat) Wednesday, Dec 9 • Check-in 10:15am • Depart 10:45am- 5:30pm One of the most watched and beloved holiday movies ever made comes to life in a full-blown musical produc!on on the Paramount stage. It’s the story of nine-year-old Ralphie Parker growing up in middle-America in the 1940s. Celebrate the holidays with the perfect feel-good musical for the season. Lunch will include garden salad, rolls & bu$er, baked ham, potatoes, a hot vegetable, cookies & brownies for dessert. It also includes coffee and soda. $76M/$81NM (#8364) Christmas Lights Tour (Minimal Walking from NSC to bus and heavy walking during 30 minute stroll around the market if you choose to get off the trolley) Sunday, Dec 13 • Check-in 4:30pm • Depart 5:30pm -8:30pm Kick off the holiday season with an entertaining two-hour lightly narrated tour aboard a famous Chicago Trolley. Sing carols as your holiday trolley sleigh ride whisks you amongst the fes!ve lights and enchan!ng sights of winter!me in Chicago. They will also make the following stop to capture a feel for the season: Christkindlmarket - A tradi!onal German American Holiday Market with dis!nc!ve cra+s, ar!s!c glass crea!ons, delicious sweets, holiday food and drinks. You are welcome to stroll around the Christkindlmarket for a half hour or stay on the trolley. We will be having dinner at the Niles Senior Center before our trolley lights night out. Dinner will be provided by Graziano’s which will include Graziano’s house salad, wood roasted potatoes, and wood roasted chicken. Dessert will be provided on the trolley. $30M/$35NM (#8383)
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A!ernoon Tea at the Drake Hotel Palm Court (A quarter block from bus to the tea room) Wednesday, Jan 13 • Check in 12:15pm • Depart 12:45pm-4:00pm A+ernoon Tea at The Drake Hotel is as Chicago as a hot dog at Wrigley Field or a ride on the Ferris wheel at Navy Pier. High society has always recognized The Drake Hotel as the quintessen!al social hotspot. Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth and the Empress of Japan have all been seen in the Palm Court. Take in the ambience of real Chicago by sipping on Palm Court’s own blend of custom-made tea while enjoying an arrangement of finger sandwiches; breads and scones; and seasonal desserts. The harpist will fill the room with enchan!ng melodies that befit the regal atmosphere. $60M/$65NM (#8363) Tommy Gun’s Garage (A quarter block from bus to the theatre) Sunday, Jan 17 • Check-in 4:15pm • Depart 4:45pm-9:15pm Tommy Gun’s Garage is an Audience Interac!ve Speakeasy that offers a musical comedy review wit da gangsters, da flappers and YOU!!!!!(uh, audience par!cipa!on). A+er a delicious sit-down meal, join Vito, Gloves, and da gangsters and da flappers?for nonstop comedy and dangerous fun experience. You will be transported back to da 1920s complete wit da boss 1928 Model Ford, Roaring Twen!es music and memorabilia from da Twen!es. Please select one of the four meal op!ons: 1) Lasagna with marinara 2) Lasagna with meat sauce 3) Roasted prime rib big enough for da boss 4) Chicken with lemon herb sauce. Each meal includes soup or salad, vegetable, potato, bread, bu$er, rainbow sherbet dessert, coffee, tea or so+ drink. $80M/$85NM (#8362)
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Tax Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed for the AARP Tax Aide Program. If you are interested in being trained to be an electronic filer, please contact Kelly Mickle at (847) 588-8420. Training takes place in early January. Tax appointments are scheduled from early February through mid-April. Medicare Prescrip!on Drug Coverage Open Enrollment Are you considering enrolling in or changing your Medicare Part D Plan? The Annual Coordinated Elec!on Period (AEP) for Medicare Part D is October 15 - December 7. During this period beneficiaries who are not enrolled in Medicare prescrip!on drug coverage can enroll. Also, current enrollees in the program can switch plans. If you currently have Medicare prescrip!on drug coverage, you should review your coverage during this period. You might want to switch Medicare drug plans if another plan be"er meets your needs. For more informa!on or to make an appointment, contact the NSC at (847) 588-8420.
Neighborhood Heroes (Help, Encourage, Reach Out to Everyone and Share) Snow Shoveling Program The Village of Niles Neighborhood Heroes Program connects senior and/or disabled residents with volunteers who are willing to provide snow shoveling services. Individuals reques!ng assistance, as well as individuals and/or organiza!ons willing to volunteer, are encouraged to sign up now. Volunteers will be needed for the en!re 2015-16 snow season. By registering for the program, residents can be provided with a complete list of volunteers in their area. The resident is responsible for contac!ng the volunteer and scheduling a !me to shovel and the volunteer/organiza!on is responsible for comple!ng the task or no!fying the resident if they are unable to do so. For more informa!on, or to register for the program, please call 847-588-8420.
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Mardi Gras Party Sponsored by the NSC Women’s Club Tuesday, Feb 9 Don’t miss out on our Mardi Gras party! Sponsored by NSC’s Women’s Club. We will be celebra!ng New Orleans style with masks, food, music and fun. You will not want to miss it! Medieval Times in Schaumburg Thursday, Feb 11 Surrender to an age of bravery and honor and witness epic ba"les of steel and steed during Medieval Times all new show and food fit for royalty.
Chicago Auto Show and Lunch at Saba!no’s Tuesday, Feb 16 This year’s show is sure to feature more than a dozen concept vehicles. A$er our Auto Show adventure we will be having lunch at Saba!no’s. The 39 Steps at the Metropolis in Arlington Heights Wednesday, Feb 24 A simple man happens upon a woman who reveals she is a spy in desperate need of help. Suddenly, she is murdered and the saga begins as he flees and is subsequently followed throughout Europe: a fugi!ve on the run. Before the performance we will be having lunch at Mago.
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Men’s Club Mee ngs Effec ve January 2016, all Men’s Club regular mee ngs will be $6. We thank you for your coopera on in this change.
If a program is cancelled, we will make every effort to contact you. Payment must be made at the me of registra on (All credit card payments must be made in person.) Members can register by mail (via check) or in person at the Senior Center beginning the second Tuesday of the mailing month. Non-member registra on begins the third Tuesday of the mailing month. Early registra on is encouraged as programs with insufficient registra on may be cancelled. A wait list is started when a program reaches its maximum capacity. In the event of a cancella on, calls will be made to individuals on the wait list in numerical order.
General Information
Registration Please remember that pre-gistra on is required for all programs at the NSC, both no cost and paid.
We are star ng our own version of My Family Recipe Rocks! Star ng in Jan 2015, we invite our members to share their special family recipes in our center kitchen. This program will be a hands-on cooking demonstra on lead by…YOU! As the “head chef” you will teach other interested members how to prepare a dish that has a special place in your life and a erwards, class par cipants will have the opportunity to share a nibble and conversa on. Please contact Milcah for more details.
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Are you interested in ge"ng a li#le more informa on about performers, reminders about special events and programs, last minute informa on, and other community updates? Please send an email to msb@vniles.com and we will add you to our bi-weekly electronic newsle#er distribu on list.
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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 wih 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 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, IL 60714.
In memory of... Geraldine Eisen, Joseph Lobono, Mary O’Connor, Henry Pasek, Theresa Sokolowski, Lillian Stan, Joseph Walsh, Paul Weilberg, Charlene Winchell 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 - 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 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
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Name _____________________________________________ Phone _______________________________ **Please let us know at the time of registration if special accommodations are needed.**
MEMBER ID #
PROGRAM NAME
COURSE #
FEE
Registration
Registration Starts: Tuesday, Oct 13M • Oct 20NM
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”
__________________________________________________________ Date _______ / _______ Signature (Release & Hold Harmless Agreeement)
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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Niles Senior Center 999 Civic Center Drive Niles, Illinois 60714
999 Civic Center Drive 847-588-8420 www.vniles.com
First Class Mail HOURS M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm MAYOR Andrew Przybylo TRUSTEES George D. Alpogianis John C. Jekot Joe LoVerde Danette O’Donovan Matyas Denise M. McCreery Dean Strzelecki VILLAGE MANAGER Steven C. Vinezeano
Label This publication is FREE M/$1 NM
REGISTRATION DATES Tuesday, Oct 13M • Oct 20NM
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 ac ve in the community. We offer affordable annual memberships at only $35 for individuals, and $45 for couples. Members enjoy special discounts on all ac vi es in addi on to receiving the Niles Senior Center Bi-Monthly Program Guide. Not only does your membership serve as a passport to many exci ng 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!