FRIENDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Pat White Carol Ditmore

Co-Chairs

Anne Brain Treasurer

Gail Lehman Secretary

Isabelle Avedikian Roma Jean Brown Stephen Cadigan

Jan Dorsey Jay Kaplan Judi Long

Lee Ann Keeler

LaTanya Steele Ex Officio

Aicha Kelley Ex Officio

FRIENDS PROGRAMS

Jackie Julian-Martin (Trip Coordinator)

Judi Finkle (Gift Shop)

Massachusetts’ First Accredited Senior Center • Nationally Accredited Since October 1999

january/february 2018

FRIENDS OF THE CENTER AT THE HEIGHTS, INC.

SENIOR CENTER HOURS:

MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Center at The Heights 300 Hillside Avenue

Needham Heights, MA 02494

Phone 781-455-7555 Fax 781-444-1373

www.needhamma.gov

Newsletter printed & mailed by

Friends of The Center at The Heights, Inc.

NEW YEAR / NEW EYES INTO YOUR RELATIONSHIPSWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10

1:30 (SOCIAL) / 2:00 - 4:00 PM (WORKSHOP)Linda is a relationship coach and spiritual director who has provided services locally, nationally, and internationally. Her passion is to create safe environments of trust where love is made visible and people encounter each other in openness. In this interactive workshop, participants will have the opportunity to explore all the relationships in their lives and leave with the tools to improve and enhance them. This includes relationships with partners, children, friends, doctors, and most importantly yourself.

Thanks to the generous support of Wingate Healthcare, there is no charge for this program.

BOSTON’S BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL PRESENTATIONMONDAY, FEBRUARY 5 • 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Join Professor and Art Historian, Suzanne Scanlan of MetroArtLinks for a virtual tour of the Black Heritage Trail in Boston. Spanning the North End and Beacon Hill neighborhoods, the Black Heritage Trail features sites and stories related to Abolition, the Underground Railroad and the American Civil Rights Movement. We will explore historic spaces and monuments in Boston as well as paintings, prints, and photographs made by contemporary artists (such as Kara Walker) who address race in their work.

Thanks to the generous support of Briarwood, there is no charge for this program.

VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION!TONY DEBLOIS: SOME KIND OF GENIUS & PIANIST

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • 2:00 - 3:00 PMThis 41-year-old pianist is blind, autistic, and has Savant Syndrome. He was the subject of the CBS movie “Journey of the Heart” which was inspired by actual events in Tony’s life. Additionally, he has appeared on, The Learning Channel’s “Uncommon Genius”, Strange Science’s “Unusual People”, and “Understanding the Mysteries of Memory.” He is the recipient of numerous awards, among them are Boston Celtics “Hero Among Us”(2003). As Tony’s “let me do it independently” attitude inspires the many people who meet him, his talents are being noticed internationally and his hard work at Berklee College of Music paid off; he graduated magna cum laude on Mother’s Day 1996.

SWEETS FOR THE SWEETHEARTS OF THE CATH 3:00 - 4:00 PM

WITH BETTY HOOD, COA’S DANCE INSTRUCTOR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Join us for a fun-filled event with chocolate, romantic songs, and fabulous dancing. (Betty can lead!!) The songs will bring back romantic memories or possibly have you dancing with a new sweetheart! Follow Betty’s dance moves, show us some of your own, or sit back and watch!

Thanks to the generous support of Interim Healthcare of Norfolk County, there is no charge for this program.

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PLEASE NOTE:Sign-up for January/February programs and classes will begin Thursday, December 28. We cannot accept telephone or written requests prior to 9:00 AM on December 28. With the exception of drop-in programs, we ask that everyone sign up in advance for our programs and events. We also ask that everyone swipe in when entering The Center, whether here for a drop-in or scheduled program. If you do not have a swipe tag, please ask for one at the Front Desk.

INDEXComputer Classes ................ Page 10

Elder Abuse Hotline ...............Page 5

Entertainment Live ..................Page 1

Exercise and Dance Classes .....................Page 8-9

Friends Donations .................. Page 7

Games and More ....................Page 9

Keep Well Clinic ......................Page 4

Lifelong Learning ................Pages 10

SHINE Bulletin .........................Page 3

Shopping Experience ............Page 5

Support Groups ......................Page 4

REP. DENISE GARLICK’S

OFFICE HOURSMONDAY, JANUARY 8TH

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH

11:00 AM – 12:30 PMThe Center at The Heights

First Come, First Served

SENATOR RICHARD ROSS’ OFFICE HOURSMONDAY, FEB. 5TH

10:00– 11:00 AMThe Center at The Heights

First Come, First Served

HOLIDAY CLOSINGSMONDAY, JANUARY 15

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAYMONDAY, FEBRUARY 19

PRESIDENTS’ DAY

GERRY DOHERTY PRESENTS:

THEY WERE MY FRIENDS JACK, BOB & TED MY LIFE IN POLITICS

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 • 2:30 - 3:30 PMDoherty will be visiting The Center to share stories from his book, followed by a conversational question and answer segment. Hear about Doherty’s rare, first-hand account of the behind the scenes work that lead to some of the most influential moments of the Kennedy brothers’ political lives and how the son of a Boston Firefighter got to be in the middle of it all. Doherty weaves his unlikely rise to the top of Massachusetts political leadership and how he became the man behind the Kennedy political machine at key points in history. Books will be available for purchase.

“BARBRA STREISAND, HELLO GORGEOUS!”PRESENTED BY BRUCE HAMBRO

FRIDAY, JANUARY 5 • 2:00 - 3:00 PMWe have invited Bruce back for a new Barbra Streisand presentation. Streisand is one of a kind—totally unique! She is the best-selling female recording artist of all time, and has won every award that show business can bestow: Grammy, Tony, Emmy, and Oscar. This program covers Barbra’s unlikely and glorious rise to fame.

In this audio-visual lecture, the audience will hear Barbra’s signature songs: Happy Days are Here Again; People; The Way We Were; You Don’t bring me Flowers; and many more. Hundreds of images will be seen during the powerpoint presentation as well as video clips from concerts, TV shows, and movies such as Funny Girl, Yentl, and A Star is Born.

Thanks to the generous support of Wingate Healthcare, there is no charge for this program.

LAUGH FOR THE HEALTH OF ITTUESDAY, JANUARY 9 • 2:30 - 3:30 PM

Trevor Smith will deliver a program that focuses on using the applications of laughter to improve our health and well-being.

In this workshop, participants will learn a systematic method of chuckles, chortles, giggling, and guffawing that promises to help reduce stress, prevent hardening of the attitudes, and contribute to world peace. The laughter routine, designed to make anyone feel better, works without using jokes or comedy to stimulate the laughter. “There can be many sensitive issues around humor, such as people not getting jokes or being offended by them,” Smith said. “So we skip jokes altogether. We laugh with each other, never at each other. The sounds of genuine happiness-and-health-boosting laughter ring out and roll on.”

Thanks to the generous support of Wingate Healthcare, there is no charge for this program.

PARK & REC PROGRAMS HELD AT CATH PLEASE REGISTER WITH PARK & REC

SENIOR EXERCISEJanuary 10 – March 7 January 12 – March 9

EVENING YOGA January 22 – March 5

January 24 – February 28

NEC PROGRAMS HELD AT CATH PLEASE REGISTER WITH NEEDHAM

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

MEMOIR WRITING (NEC)February 28 - March 28

ART HISTORYFebruary 28 - April 4

WATERCOLOR IFeb 26 - April 23 (No Class on 4/16)

WATERCOLOR II March 1 - April 26 (No Class on 4/19)

VETERAN’S WRITING GROUPWEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 10, 24, FEBRUARY 7, 21 • 6:00 - 7:30 PMThis evening writing group is for veterans of all ages and branches of the military. You need not have any experience with writing, just a desire to write and share your stories – both in and out of military service. Sometimes they will be funny, sometimes heartbreaking, always ringing true, and never found anywhere else. We hope that the experience of sharing your writing will be a positive one.

Dinner will be provided and transportation is available.

COFFEE WITH THE ASSESSORFRIDAY, JANUARY 19 • 9:30 AM

Chip Davis, the town assessor, will be joining us for some coffee to go over the assessment process. He will educate us on tax exemptions. He would love to have some answers ready for questions our participants may have, so if you have a question, see Aicha!

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LEGAL CLINIC

LOOKING FOR LEGAL ADVICE?

Sign up for a free 20 minute consultation with an attorney from

MetroWest Legal Services

JANUARY 9TH 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

If this is a snow day, we will have the clinic held on February 13 from

10AM – 12PM.

To make an appointment call 781-455-7555 or stop by

the Front Desk.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

It is the policy of the CATH to follow the weather emergency policies governing the Needham Schools. When the Needham schools are CLOSED for a weather emergency, we are closed too.

PICK UP A FRIEND

AS WE GET BUSIER AT THE CATH – HOW ABOUT

CARPOOLING?It saves gas, it is social, and it

creates a buddy system to check on friends!

SAVE THE DATE!!

NEEDHAM ART IN BLOOM

FRIDAY, MARCH 9TH AT THE CATH

12:00 – 4:00 PMENTIRE EXHIBIT :

NEEDHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY

SATURDAY, MARCH 10 9:00 - 5:30

SUNDAY, MARCH 11 1:00 - 5:30

View floral interpretations of Needham High School artwork.

WEDNESDAYS: 6, 13, 20, 27 THURSDAYS: 7, 21, 28

FRIDAY: 8, 15, 22

INCOME TAX COUNSELING WITH AARPFEBRUARY 5TH - APRIL 13TH

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (WITH A SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT)The AARP Foundation provides trained, certified, volunteers to answer questions and prepare federal & state income tax returns. Call us or stop by in person starting January 16th to schedule your appointment. Tax returns will be e-filed free of charge.

Please bring with you the following documents:1. Your social security card2. A copy of your 2016 tax returns3. All relevant 2017 tax documents such as W-2 wage statements, 1099 interest

and dividend statements, health insurance coverage information, social security and retirement plan income statements, and mortgage interest forms.

4. Any state or federal tax forms you received in the mail

Appointment scheduling will begin January 18th. Please call 781-455-7555 or stop by the front desk.

SHINE BULLETINWITH MEDICARE PLANS, DOES IT MATTER WHICH PHARMACY YOU USE?

YES, THE PHARMACY YOU USE COULD MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN THE COST OF YOUR DRUGS!

All Medicare drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans (HMOs, PPOs) have network pharmacies. Most pharmacies accept most plans. However, if you go to a pharmacy that is not in your plan’s network, your drugs will not be covered, and you will pay full retail price.

For 2018, there are 22 Medicare drug plans and all of them have preferred pharmacies. In addition, several Medicare Advantage plans also have preferred pharmacies. By using a preferred pharmacy, you may save money! Please note that there are significant changes to preferred pharmacies this year. The plan and/or pharmacy that worked well for you last year may not be the best option for 2018!! You should check that the pharmacy you currently use is the best one to use with your plan.

For further assistance with any Medicare issue, contact the SHINE Program. Trained SHINE volunteers offer free, confidential counseling on all aspects of Medicare and related health insurance programs. To schedule a SHINE appointment, call your local Senior Center. For other SHINE related matters, call 1-800-AGE-INFO (1-800-243-4636), then press or say 3. Once you get the SHINE answering machine, leave your name and number. A volunteer will call you back, as soon as possible.

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LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17

10:30 – 11:30 AM

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

10:30 – 11:30 AM

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 3 / FEBRUARY 7

4:00 – 5:00 PM

Call Kerrie Cusack, LCSW 781-455-7555 ext. 205

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

SUPPORT GROUPMONDAYS,

JANUARY 8, 22, 29 FEBRUARY 5, 12, 26

12 – 1 PM

Cost is $48

Advanced sign-up is required by calling call The Center at

781-455-7555

CLUTTER SUPPORT GROUP

JANUARY 8, 22, 29 FEBRUARY 5, 12, 26

1:00 – 3:00 PM

Contact Person: Paul 617-759-1568

KEEP WELL CLINICJANUARY 3, 17

FEBRUARY 7, 21

SMOKING CESSATION SUPPORT

GROUPTHURSDAYS,

JANUARY 11, 18, 26 29* FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22

10:30 – 11:30 AM

(* Special day because of Quit week)

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION SUPPORT: FOR A HEALTHIER YOU!!

DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP HOSTED BY SPRINGWELL HEALTHY LIVING

TUESDAYS, JANUARY 23 – FEBRUARY 27 • 1 – 3:30 PM After our popular Diabetic Programming in December, we decided this was the perfect time to offer this program! This workshop is for people with diabetes, pre-diabetes, or for people living with or caring for someone with diabetes. You will learn how to care for yourself and to prevent or delay the complications of diabetes. The emphasis is on healthy eating, meal planning, and physical exercise. Other topics include blood sugar monitoring and dealing with low blood sugar, foot care, how to deal with difficult emotions, stress, and depression, relaxation techniques, how to communicate better with your doctor, family and friends, keeping track of medications, and planning for the future.

This program is free, but has a fee of $15 for the course book. This can be paid to the instructor at the first class.

STRESS MANAGEMENTHOSTED BY COMFORCARE

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 • 10 AM - 11 PM Kristin Heuwold, Director of Community Relations for ComForCare is offering a program on managing stress. She will speak about symptoms, effects, and coping strategies. This is an interactive program that will introduce you to several techniques in the hopes that one or more will work for you.

APHASIA CLINIC – UNDERSTANDING SPEECH DIFFICULTIES

HOSTED BY VNA CAREFRIDAY, JANUARY 26 • 9 – 11 AM

APHASIA is a language impairment affecting the understanding or production of speech due to a brain injury, such as stroke, or other types of head injuries.

This workshop is to offer strategies for communication partners, with the intent of improving communication interactions and participation of people with aphasia.

Communication partners can include family, caregivers, friends, or other medical staff.

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING FROM THE SOCIAL WORKER

DID YOU KNOW THAT SOCIAL WORKERS ARE HERE FOR YOU IN ROOM 206

TUESDAYS, JANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, 27 • 1:00 - 4:00 PM

The CATH Social Workers will be offering one-on-one, 45-minute counseling sessions. The social workers will assist seniors in coping with problems causing them difficulty and help them with ideas and support about ways to manage more successfully. Individuals can talk about problems like anxiety, depression, fears, loneliness, or any situation causing distress. Services are free and confidential.

Call (781) 455- 7555 and schedule an appointment with Kerrie Cusack or Jessica Moss.

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SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

FRIDAY, JANUARY 19 MARKET BASKET

WALTHAM

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 MARKET BASKET

WALTHAM

Depar ture from the Senior Center will be 10:00 AM Call 781-455-7555 to sign up.

NEW - $3 fee to cover van cost

If you require a pick up at your home in Needham, please inform the receptionist, and be sure to provide your phone number.

COMPASS COLLATING: MARCH / APRIL

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

9:30 AM

DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE!

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC

MONDAY - THURSDAY 8:00 - 9:30 AM

THE ELDER ABUSE HOTLINE

To report or ask questions about suspected abuse of an elder, please call the hotline at 1-800-922-2275. For more information, call The Center at The Heights.

GROCERY SHOPPINGTo participate in our regular independent grocery shopping service, please call 781-455-7555 ext. 204 for more information. This service provides transportation from one’s Needham home to Roche Brothers and Sudbury Farms Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

HOT BREAKFAST & A SPEAKER WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 • 9:30 - 10:30 AM

“WELLESLEY NEIGHBORS”Ms. Nancy Gans, Esq., will talk about the benefits of being a member of the Neighbors Association: social environment (pot luck dinners, luncheons, wine tasting, etc.), learning activities, cultural events, support systems, and many more. Ms. Gans is the recent past president, currently on the Board of Directors and a founding member who is available to provide a comprehensive description of the benefits for members of the Neighbors Association.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • 9:30 - 10:30 AM“WHAT’S NEW AT BIDMC”

Please join John Fogarty, President and CEO of Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham, for an exciting update on what is happening at our local community hospital. John will discuss the improvements to the hospital over the past several years, the new clinical center that is being built at BID-Needham, and what the hospital is planning in the near future. Mr. Fogarty will also touch on the importance of community involvement, discussing the hospital’s participation in community events and programs, and how our community has been involved in the hospital’s growth and success.

“OUT TO DINNER”WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 3 & FEBRUARY 7 • 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Join our new supper club for LGBT Seniors, their friends & family, and newcomers soon–to-be friends. All are welcome!

Advanced sign-up is required by calling 781-455-7555 or stopping by the Front Desk.

INDIAN & VEGETARIAN COOKING FOR A HEALTHY NEW YOU!

TUESDAY, JANUARY 23 • 4:00 - 6:30 PMCome join Shruti Mehta for an evening of cooking and culture as we prepare a delicious meal together. We will fry, sauté, roll, and stir a variety of ingredients and come up with a scrumptious dinner. Come prepared for hands-on participation and get transported to another world.

Shruti Mehta has been teaching Indian cooking to Indian food aficionados for over 35 years in the Boston area. As her students, Indian food enthusiasts get introduced to various spices and distinguished culinary traditions of the foods of north, south, and west of India.

SOUL FOOD COOKING CLASSTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1 • 3:00 - 4:00 PM

What better way to kick off Black History Month than with the heart of all things wonderful… food!

HEALTHY VALENTINE’S DAY COOKING TO MELT YOUR HEART

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15 • 2:30 – 3:30 PMJoin Ming Cheung, Director of Nutrition Services at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham, for a cooking demonstration that will melt your heart and tickle your taste buds. Learn how to make sweet, but healthy treats that are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day you need a little something sweet.

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FIRESIDE CHATS WITH LATANYA

DAY & EVENING HOURSTUESDAYS,

JANUARY 9, 16, 23, 30 FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, 27

11 AM – 12 PMWEDNESDAYS,

JANUARY 10, 17, 24 FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28

5:30 – 6:30 PMIt’s a new year! Let’s focus on the positive (even if that’s hard for you to do!)

What are you grateful for? Let’s give thanks. Even if you’ve had a challenging year, let’s not dwell on that. Discuss your thoughts and ideas with a group.

Positivity breeds positivity!!

MOVIES & DISCUSSION

MONDAYS, 5:30 – 7:30 PMThis program will have participants watch a film one day and then critically discuss at the program. This will be a self-run program (like a book group) but there will be flyers with discussion topics, questions, etc. Topics will be theme, directorial concept, character development and, yes, spoofs!

Please pre-register so we know how many people will be here!

January 8 / 22: Film Noir: Double Indemnity

January 29 / February 5: Thriller: Silence of the Lambs

February 19 / 26: Dark Comedy: Fargo

INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH

WED, JAN 17 – MARCH 21Mariel Romero will continue the Spanish program for beginners. Come expand your horizons & learn something new that can be used for travel or communicating with Spanish speakers.

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www.ssbllc.com

Samuel, Sayward & Baler LLCSmart Counsel, for Life

781-483-4460

Commonwealth Caregivers Home Health Care Services

Live-in/Hourly Needham, MA

AT NEEDHAM— AND OPERATED FOR THREE DECADES —

Wingatehealthcare.com | Post-Acute Rehab • Long-Term Care

DIRECTOR’S LETTERLetter from LaTanya

“What’s your New Year’s resolution?” According to Wikipedia, A New Year’s resolution is a tradition, most common in the Western Hemisphere but also found in the Eastern Hemisphere, in which a person resolves to change an undesired trait or behavior, to accomplish a personal goal or otherwise improve their life.

The best news is you really don’t have to stick to them. I never do. I just need to convince myself to modify my habits for an improved future. I start my New Year with resolutions…spend time with family, eat healthier and exercise more.

After I created such a lengthy list, I can then forget about it and return to my old self in a few days. Please don’t take resolutions so serious!

Happy New Year!!!

French: Bonne Année ! / Spanish: ¡Feliz Año Nuevo! / Icelandic: Gleðilegt nýtt ár! Dutch: Gelukkig Nieuwjaar! / Tagalog: Manigong Bagong Taon! / Italian: Buon anno! Swahili: Heri ya mwaka mpya! / Japanese: あけましておめでとう (Akemashite omedetou) German: Frohes Neues Jahr! / Maori: Kia hari te tau hou! (kia hari tay tau ho) Turkish: Mutlu yıllar! / Russian: С Новым Годом / Greek: Καλή χρονιά Filipino: Manigong Bagong Taon / Mandarin Chinese: 新年快乐 Hindi: नय ेसाल की हार ्दि क शभुकामनाय े ं/ Portuguese: Feliz Ano Novo

“We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.”

― Edith Lovejoy Pierce

FEBRUARYFebruary is upon us, and it’s due to be a packed month. With the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, and Mardi Gras quickly approaching, you need to shake off the winter blues fast and get ready to celebrate.

The name “February” comes from the latin term “februarius mensis,” referring to a month of purification. The Roman calendar was changed in 700 bc to include January and February, then called februarius, and have a longer year, according to timeanddate.com.

I hope you all had a pleasant holiday season and a wonderful start to 2018.

Throughout the month, we will be celebrating a number of occasions, such as Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, and Black History Month. One can only hope that Punxsutawney Phil does not see that shadow of his, and we can see an end to this cold winter weather.

NEW

PROGRAM

NEW

PROGRAM

COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD

MEMBERS

Colleen Schaller Chair

Penny GrossmanVice Chair

Ed CosgroveGary Crossen

Carol deLemosDan GoldbergHelen Gregory

Susanne HughesTom KeatingSandra PrinnLianne Relich

Mary Elizabeth Weadock

STAFF

LaTanya Steele, BSW, MPADirector of Aging Services

Kerrie Cusack, LCSW Social Worker

Jessica Moss, LICSW Social Worker

Aicha Kelley Program Coordinator

Kathy WorhachKathleen Grant

SHINE

Danielle ArendaAdministrative Assistant

Clif Holbrook Building Monitor

Al CotterTom WatsonVan Drivers

Stephan GrablyVolunteer and

Transportation Coordinator

Yustil MejiaCustodian

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Adele ChangAnn DerMarderosian

Tom GallantMarjorie GaulitzRachel Mahar

Mohan Dali7

General• John C. Halfrey• James W &

Gwendolyn Brown• Evelyn M.

Adlerstein• Barbara B.

Broadbent• Mr. & Mrs. Frank

Condon• Barbara Dick• Robert A. Downs• Phyllis Fanger• Carole Foxman• Margie & Alan Glou• Kathleen & Thomas

Hart• Nancy Hartman• Margo Hodges• Arline V. Holland• Elaine & Frederick

V. Holloran• Norman Katziff• Patricia A. Keane• Thomas Keating• Nandita & Kiran

Khera• Margie Kimball

• Shirley Klepadlo• Avigdor Levy• Anne Madaus • Sara Mclaughlin• Mr. & Mrs. Robert

Mearls• Lorraine Mitchell• Mary K. Murphy• Eileen O’connor• Jean Osborn• Betty Peterson• Alfred R. Piccioli• Domenic & Alice

Prato• Astrida S. Ramrath• Joan Richal• John & Eileen Ryan• Joe & Jean Sands• Kathleen & Thomas

Sferrazza• Liudmyla Slyeta• Eileen Smith• Darshana &

Sandeep Thakore• Eleanor Thomas• Florence Volk• Florence & Dan

Weener

• Reva Winston• Lois Camberg and

Roy Cramer

In Memory• Bill & Marie Aldrich

In Memoriam Of Richard Ouellet

• Mrs. J.t. Burack In Memoriam Of Joseph M, Burack

• America Campagna In Memoriam Of Fred J. Campagna & David A. Campagna

• Libero Fabbri In Memoriam Of Pauline Fabbri

• Annette Hugues In Memoriam Of James P. Hughes

• Alice Kelley In Memoriam Of Roy A. Kelley

• Donna W. King In Memoriam Of Marjorie & Harold Wheeler

• Tony & Marylou Manzon In Memoriam Of Stephen Manzon

• Mary K.murphy In Memoriam Of Edward F. Murphy

• Claire Pelletier In Memoriam Of Fred Bowen

• Joan Richal In Memoriam Of Ronald Richal, Julie Richal Morrill

• Elizabeth Soderholm In Memoriam Of Mary Jane Byerly

• Linda And Rose Stark In Memoriam Of Edward Stark

• Pat & Ed White In Memoriam Of Jennie A. Berring

• Anonymous In Appreciation For The Shine Help

FRIENDS OF THE CENTER AT THE HEIGHTS DONATIONS

Dear friends:

Thank you everyone who gave an extra donation with membership and a donation in memory of a friend or family member. We also want to thank Jackie Julian-Martin for a wonderful job in selecting and planning the trips program last year. The next trip will be in the spring. Watch for details. We also want to thank Judi Finkle for managing and buying merchandise for the gift shop.

We had a wonderful year in 2017 as we supported the staff and volunteers at the center and our new programs and services. As expected, our expenses have increased and there is more demand for the senior compass, for which we cover the printing and mailing expenses. The compass provides you with all the important details on the center’s programs, classes, entertainment, enrichment events, fitness center hours and more. We need your support more than ever!

Please fill out the form below for 2018 membership and we would truly appreciate it if you would consider including an additional donation.

We hope you had a happy and healthy holiday season. Happy New Year!

Anne, Carol, Gail, Isabel, Janice, Jay, Lee Ann, Judi, Pat, Roma Jean, and Stephen

FRIENDS OF THE CENTER AT THE HEIGHTS, INC.

2018 MEMBERSHIP AND DONATION FORMAvailable at The Center’s Front Desk

EXERCISE AND DANCE CLASSES

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EXERCISE AND DANCE CLASSESALERTPlease Note: ALL participants

must register each new session with the Front Desk even if

they are long time students in a class or program. Also, we may have to cancel any class

or program that does not meet a participation minimum by the

end of its second week. We cannot refund or prorate fees.

FITNESS CENTERMONDAY:

11:30 AM – 2:30 PMTUESDAY:

1:00 – 4:00 PMWEDNESDAY:

9:00 AM – 12 NOONTHURSDAY:

11:00 AM – 2:00 PMFRIDAY:

9:00 AM – 12 NOONAccess cards are available for a month of unlimited drop-in use for $25.00. We cannot

refund or prorate monthly fees including the initial month of

membership.

REIKI SESSIONS WITH KERRIE

FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 26 FEBRUARY 9, 23 10:00 – 11:30 AM

15 MINUTE SESSIONS

Must Pre-register

Limit of 5 Participants per Session.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL BE

ADDING “POP-UP” PROGRAMS

If we have space in the CATH after the Compass has gone out, we will try to add programs. We just want to bring you as many options as

possible.

MONDAYTAI CHI

4 WEEK SESSIONJAN 8, FEB 5, 12, 26

Instructor: Scott Brumit Cost is $32

Tai Chi is a slow-motion, moving meditative exercise for relaxation and health. Scott has studied various forms of martial arts since 1983, including tai chi and qigong.

YOGA6 WEEK SESSION

JAN. 8, 22, 29 FEB 5, 12, 26 9:00 – 10 AM

Instructor: Sandi Levy Cost is $48

Strict Class Maximum of 14CONTINUING STUDENTS NEED TO REGISTER EVERY SESSION

Sandi Levy teaches Viniyoga – a gentle form of yoga that includes breathing exercises, balances, stretching work, strengthening and relaxation. Students must be able to get up and down to and from the floor with ease.

STRENGTH TRAINING (FOR BALANCE AND

OSTEOPOROSIS) Jan. 8, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 26

10:15 - 11 AMInstructor: Pearl Pressman

Cost is $48This exercise class is designed to accommodate mature individuals of various fitness levels. This seated class includes a thorough warm-up, strength training exercises using light hand weights, and gentle stretching exercises to increase flexibility and reduce muscle tension.

LINE DANCING WITH MANNY 6 WEEK SESSION 12:00 – 1:00 PM

JANUARY 8, 22, 19 FEBRUARY 5, 12, 26

Instructor: Manny CorreiaCost is $48

TRAIN THE BRAIN (FOR BETTER BALANCE)

6 WEEK SESSIONJAN 8, 22, 29, FEB 5, 12, 26

6 – 7 PMCost is $48

This class will involve dynamic, bilateral movement and physical brain activities to improve stability, total body coordination, speed, spatial awareness, endurance, and flexibility.

TUESDAYMEDITATION MORNINGS

JANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, 27

10 – 10:30 AM

Please join Kerrie as she leads our group for a peaceful, cozy, and

relaxing morning of meditation.

ARTHRITIS EXERCISEJANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, 27

2 – 3 PMCost is $72

EASY YOGAFEBRUARY 27

MARCH 6, 13, 20, 27, APRIL, 3, 10 9:15 – 10:15 AM

BALLROOM DANCINGOffsite Location: YMCA Chestnut St.

7 WEEK SESSION2:00 – 3:00 PM

JANUARY 9, 15, 23, 30 TANGO

FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, 27 FOX TROT

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EXERCISE AND DANCE CLASSESEXERCISE AND DANCE CLASSES

WEDNESDAYBETTER BALANCE, LIVING STRONGER

7 WEEK SESSION2:45 – 3:45 PM

JANUARY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, FEBRUARY 21, 28

(NO CLASS 2/7 & 2/14)Cost is $56.00

Students for this class register on the first day of class with the instructor, Leslie Worris and pay her directly

BALLROOM DANCINGBEGINNER

(EVENING) JAN 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 6 – 6:45

$60

ADVANCED(EVENING)

JAN 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 7 – 7:45 $60

THURSDAYTRAIN THE BRAIN

(FOR BETTER BALANCE)9 WEEK SESSION

10 – 11 AMJANUARY 4, 11, 18, 25

FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22 23Cost is $72

This class will involve dynamic, bilateral movement and physical brain activities to improve stability, total body coordination, speed, spatial awareness, endurance, and flexibility.

YOGA8 WEEK SESSION

1:00 – 2:00 PM JANUARY 4, 11, 18, 25 FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22

Cost is $40Experience the joy of yoga! Please see the description for Sandi’s Monday class.

ARTHRITIS EXERCISE8 WEEK SESSION

2:00 PMJANUARY 4, 11, 18, 25 FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22

Cost is $40

FRIDAYSTRENGTH TRAINING (FOR BALANCE AND

OSTEOPOROSIS)8 WEEK SESSION9:15 – 10:15 AM

JANUARY 5, 12, 19, 26 FEBRUARY 2, 9, 16, 23

Instructor: Pearl Pressman Cost is $64

See description under Monday Strength Training for Balance and Osteoporosis.

SPECIAL LECTURES COMING

1968: AMERICA FIFTY YEARS AGO

PRESENTED GARY HYLANDERJANUARY 11 • 2:30 - 3:30 PM

BAHAMAS VISUAL VACATION

Presented by Mass AudubonFEBRUARY 2 • 2:30 - 3:30 PM

Due to the nature of programing and events, all dates, times, and programs are subject to change.

We thank you for your patience.

DROP-IN GAMES AND

CRAFTSMONDAYS

GAMES 1 – 3 PM

CANASTA 1 – 3 PMBRIDGE

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

TUESDAYSBRIDGE (EXPERIENCED)

9 AM – 12 PMCRIBBAGE

10 AM – 12 PMVINTAGE VOICES

1 – 2 PMRUMMIKUB 12:30 – 3 PM

WEDNESDAYSCANASTA

12:30 – 3:00 PM

THURSDAYSBRIDGE (EXPERIENCED)

9 AM – 12 PMKNITTING

10 AM - 12 PMDUPLICATE BRIDGE

12: 30 - 3:30 PMMAH JONG

12:30 – 2:30 PMRUMMIKUB

12:30 – 2:30 PM

FRIDAYSQUILTING

9:00 – 11:30 AMMAH JONG

1 – 3 PMSCRABBLE

1 – 3 PMDOMINOES

1 – 3 PMBRIDGE

12 – 2:30 PMFOR BRIDGE: GROUPS OF 4 ARE WELCOME

FACEBOOK 101WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 • 10 AM – 12 PM

COST IS $15

Facebook is a hugely popular social networking site that allows you to connect with friends, family and other users. Using Facebook, you can keep in touch with other family members, reconnect with life-long friends and classmates. We will teach you all there is to know especially about setting up your privacy settings. You will have fun on Facebook and also see how using the site will help you stay connected to all that’s going on at The Center at The Heights.

BETTER MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH WITH TECHNOLOGY

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2 • 10 AM – 12 PMCOST IS $15

Let us introduce you to some great apps for your Smartphones or tablets: There are fitness apps you can use to become more self-aware and set healthy habits, apps to keep your mind active and engaged, apps that give you quick, to the point medical information, and apps that allow you to make social connections with others. A class you shouldn’t miss with “Your WizeGuides.”

ONE-ON-ONE PERSONAL ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR TECHNOLOGY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 OR FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 10AM – 12 PM

INDIVIDUAL 30 MINUTE APPOINTMENTS MAXIMUM OF 8 • COST IS $15.00 PER CLASS

Marjorie and Carol will work with you individually to help you master photos, emails, Web Sites, the Internet, pop-up messages, your smartphone camera, or your Kindle. They answer your questions skillfully and with patience. You ask the questions, they work out the answers. Bring your device!

THE HISTORY OF CHOCOLATEHOSTED BY COMFORCARE

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 • 2 – 3 PM

MUSICAL BINGOHOSTED BY COMFORCARE

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 • 11 AM – 12 PM

ART FOR RELAXATION & DE-STRESSINGTUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 23, 30 FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20 • 1 – 2 PM

COST: $10 FOR MATERIALSJoin our new program which allows you to create beautiful art while relaxing from the stress of day-to-day life. Classes to include, sculpting, zentangling, coloring, and decoupaging.

Not only will you feel better after the program – you get to take home new creations (some may even make beautiful gifts!)

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PASSWORD:

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LIFELONG LEARNING

LADIES POOL & PING PONG PARTY

MONDAYS, JANUARY 8, 22, 29 FEBRUARY 5, 12, 26

6 – 7 PM

Join us in the Game Room for a fun evening of games and socializing. Even if you aren’t a pool shark, come and work on your game. If you are a pool shark – there are 2 tables! A great way to meet new people, Play some ping pong (good for the arms ladies!) and have some laughs!

COUPLES POOL HOURS

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28

6 – 7 PM

Ladies and gents! Join one another in the Game Room for an evening just like the old days at the Pool Hall!

NEW PROGRAM

PAINTING: ART OPEN STUDIO

WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28

12 – 3 PM

CREATIVE WRITING GROUP

TUESDAYS, JANUARY 9, 23

FEBRUARY 13, 27 10 AM – 12 PM

Write your memoirs, short stories or fun facts about an experience and share them with the group.

CURRENT EVENTS GROUP

TUESDAYS, JANUARY 2, 16, 30 FEBRUARY 6, 20 10:30 AM – 12 PM

This group is a friendly place to equally share information with one another in a supportive environment.

BOOK GROUPSECOND FRIDAY OF

EACH MONTHJANUARY 8

10:30 AM – 12 PM“FOOLS CROW”

BY JAMES WELCHFEBRUARY 12 10:30 – 12 PM

“BARCHESTER TOWERS” BY ANTHONY TROLLOPE

BOOK GROUP AT THE CENTER

EVENING HOURSSECOND MONDAY OF

EACH MONTHJANUARY 12 • 6 – 7 PM

Amor Towles’ A Gentleman in Moscow

(and to decide future book)

FEBRUARY 9 • 6 – 7 PMSign-up is required by calling 781-455-7555 or stopping by

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CROONERS’ CARAVAN TOUR OF NEW ENGLANDHOSTED BY FRANK KING

THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 • 2 – 3 PMHop on the (virtual) tour bus and travel to the birthplaces of some of our greatest singers and composers - all New England natives - and enjoy listening to some of their best songs along the way. This special musical tour includes the “original crooner” from Vermont; the star of Camelot and a brilliant composer/conductor, both from Lawrence, Massachusetts; the “Father of Broadway Musicals” from Providence; the tragic story of a great singer from Dorchester; a songbird from Newton; a Malden balladeer who accidentally created one of the funniest moments in the history of the Tonight Show; and more.

SILK SARONG & SCARF PAINTING WITH CONNIE JOTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22/FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23/MARCH 2

10 AM – 12 PMShe’s back!! Connie Jo is changing it up a bit for those who have taken her highly acclaimed silk painting class – she has added an opportunity to paint another silk scarf or a sarong. This program is 3 days: all painting is done the first day of class only with Day 2 for the drying process and the 3rd day for a special tea where participants will be wearing their beautiful wares!

Minimum of 10 students to have the program run – so bring a friend!

Sarong: $45 for materials and instruction • Scarf: $25 for material and instruction

Cash or check is great and presented directly to Connie Jo at beginning of class.

DRAWING WORKSHOP: YOU CAN DRAW WITH ADRIENNE!!

WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 10, 24 / FEBRUARY 7, 21 • 10 – 11:30 AMCOST: $60

Back by popular demand, Adrienne is bringing back her basic drawing workshop (because the wait list was so long last time!) with new tips and instruction.

Adrienne teaches simple and creative methods to develop basic drawing skills. If you have ever thought, “I have no artistic talent. I can’t even draw a stick figure with a ruler!” this basic drawing workshop series is for you. Adrienne is also an accomplished printmaker and will offer these classes in the future. Adrienne taught art for many years and has exhibited her prints most recently at the National Arts Club in New York City “Ten Printmakers,” the Creede Arts Council in Creede, Colorado and currently at the Needham Art Association exhibit at the Needham Library. We are lucky to have her at the CATH!

FLORAL ARRANGING TO WASH AWAY THE WINTER BLUES WITH CONNIE JO

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26 • 10:30 AM – 12 PMDoes the snow and cold have you wishing for days of sun and beautiful scenery?

This class will put the Spring in your Step!

Join Connie Jo as she has participants create a beautiful spring-inspired floral arrangement.

Please bring your own container and garden shears! Minimum of 10 Student to have the program run – so bring a friend!

$35 for fresh flowers (right from the exchange) and instruction. Cash or check is great and presented directly to Connie Jo at beginning of class.

LIFELONG LEARNING

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