Senior Times

Senior TimesJune / July / August 2012

News and Activities for Orange County’s Older Adults

www.orangecountync.gov/aging. Click on link on the left side of the Dept. on Aging Home page. To join the bi-monthly listserv, email [email protected] and request to join the list.

This is a great way to stay up-to-date on what is happening at the Centers.

SENIOR CENTERSAging Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Arts & Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26Bridge & Other Games . . . . . . 20-22Carrboro Senior Programming . 30-31Dance & Music . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27Educational Opportunites . . . . . 21-23Interest Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28

Language Classes . . . . . . . . . . 20-21Lunch at the Centers . . . . . . . . . . . 10Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29Notes from the Director & Editor . . . 2Orange County Senior Games . . . . 31Organizations & Club Meetings . . . 28Pottery Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

RSVP Volunteer Opportunities . . . 8-9Senior Times NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7SeniorNet Computer Classes . . . 16-17Seniors on the Road . . . . . . . . 29-30Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25Support Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Wellness Opportunities . . . . . . . 10-15

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“Fun Things in the Summer Time” “Fun Things in the Summer Time”

You’ll Want to knowCar Charging Stations – Seymour Center

Orange County is in the process of installing several electric vehicle (EV) charging stations around the County, at the Seymour Center, Skills Development Center, Durham Tech Campus-Hillsborough, and the West Campus Offi ce Building. The technical installation should be complete by the end of April. Once the charging station units arrive by the end of May the fi nal install should be complete.

Want to Vote Early this Year? Need to register?Be sure that your driver’s license or government

ID has not expired and is up-to-date! Call the Orange County Board of Elections, 919-245-2350, for more information.

2012 Community Resource Guide is hereThe Orange County Department on Aging’s new

resource guide is now available at your local Senior Center. The guide can also be accessed at www.orangecountync.gov/aging. We would especially like to thank our community resource guide advertisers for their support because without them the guide would not be possible. A special thank you also to Jennifer E. Miller, a local artist, for providing the front cover artwork.

On-line Registration and Credit Card Payments Accepted

On-line registration is now available for many of our programs through our website, www.orangecountync.gov/aging. In addition to new on-line registration, the centers will accept credit card payments. Payments may be made using a credit card at either of our Senior Centers’ front desks or when registering on-line. Please remember you are offi cially registered in something once the specifi c program fees have been paid.

Join the Senior Centers’ Email List The word is spreading about our email list. We now

have over 1,200 subscribers. If you want to be part of it, please e-mail Janice Tyler at [email protected]. We send out information about every two weeks. We hope that you will fi nd it informative, effi cient and a great way to keep up to date on what is happening at your local Senior Center.

Senior Times Is on the WebTo fi nd the current issue of Senior Times online, go

to our web site: www.orangecountync.gov/aging. Click on the Senior Times link on the left side of the Dept on Aging Home page. You will need Adobe Flashplayer 9.

Check Out Our Column in the Chapel Hill Herald Newspaper

Just a reminder, we have a column in the Chapel Hill Herald on Sundays. Look for it on Sun, June 24 and July 29.

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SI would like to personally thank everyone that participated in the development of the 2012-17 Master Aging Plan. We are so pleased with the community involvement. The goals and strategies of the plan represent a vision for the future of Orange County as an ideal place to grow older. By working together as a community this vision can be achieved. You can view the plan on our website at www.orangecountync.gov/aging.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts and I encourage you to get involved in helping us achieve our goals.

My door is always open. Come visit us at one of our senior centers and see how they are your one-stop shop for aging services. Whether you need information; want to take a class; need caregiver assistance; want to eat lunch; want to get healthy; need � nancial aid services; want to volunteer or just want to make a new friend or meet an old one, the senior centers are the place for you. I look

forward to meeting you.

Sincerely, Janice TylerDirector, Orange County Department on Aging,

[email protected]

I would like to personally thank everyone that participated Master Aging Plan. We are so pleased with the community involvement. The goals and strategies of the plan represent a vision for the future of Orange County as an ideal place to grow older.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts and I encourage you to get involved in helping us achieve our goals.

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Summer is almost here! This issue of Senior Times is packed with lots of information, programs and exciting Special Events. What better way to keep cool in the summer heat than enjoying some ice cream or a snow cone at a Senior Center with friends? Each week the Farmers’ Markets will be at the Senior Centers - Mondays at the Central Orange Senior Center as well as Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center. Check out their great offerings to help you eat fresh! Other summer events include: Art Show openings, a Fish Fry at Lake Michael, Men’s Night Out, monthly Potlucks with Beach Parties and Luaus, and something new - the Pet Show-n-Tell. May 1, the Master Aging Plan (MAP) was presented to the county commissioners for their acceptance. Please visit our website at www.orangecountync.gov/aging for updates and more information about the MAP, and how you can be involved as we put the plan into action. Don’t forget about the 5th Anniversary Gala at the Seymour Center on Wed, May 30 from 4 – 8 pm where a good time will be had

by all! Hope to see you at the Senior Centers!

Sincerely, Myra Austin, Senior Times Managing Editor Senior Centers Administrator, Orange County Department on Aging

[email protected]

at a Senior Center with friends? Each week the Farmers’ Markets will be at the Senior Centers - Mondays at the Central Orange Senior Center as well as Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center. Check out their great offerings to help you eat fresh! Other summer events include: Art

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June - August 2012 Senior Times

Are You a Caregiver

Running on Empty?

Are you an unpaid care-giver, who needs a break from your caregiving re-sponsibilities? If so, you may want to take advantage of the Orange County De-partment on Aging’s Care-givers Day Out program. It gives caregivers a chance to take a break while their loved ones socialize and participate in group activi-ties and exercises. Care-givers Day Out is limited to 10 participants. The pro-gram is free for qualifying participants and is held on Wednesdays, from 11 am to 4 pm, at the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center in Chapel Hill. If you are interested in being considered for partici-pation, or would like more information, please contact our dementia outreach coor-dinator, Carolyn B Jefferson, RN, BSN at 919-929-1742.

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Got Drugs?The Mission Medicine is scheduled for Wed, June 13 from 3 to 7pm at University Mall in the parking lot close to Dillard’s and the Wells Fargo Bank. Home Instead Senior Care is sponsoring the event. No needles will be accepted. All liquid and pill forms of medicine, including over the counter, prescription, and supplements, will be accepted. Any medicines new, unused or outdated will be accepted to be safely destroyed.

Fans are AvailableOnce again, the Orange County Department of Aging is offering fans to people with limited incomes. If you’re interested, please contact Robin Bailin at the Seymour Center, 919-968-2058, or Dawn Smith at the Central Orange Senior Center, 919-245-2015.

Approaching Age 65? Come to a Medicare Information

SeminarThe Seniors’ Health Insurance and Information

Program (SHIIP) and the Orange County Department on Aging will be holding Medicare Information Seminars at the Seymour Center and Central Orange Senior Center. The focus of the seminars is to provide a basic overview of Medicare enrollment, coverage under Parts A, B, and D and basic information on supplemental insurance. People turning 65 soon are encouraged to attend a session to learn about retiree health coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) and how to choose the plan that’s right for you. Information will also be provided on help for qualifi ed individuals with the costs of Medicare Part B and Part D, which covers prescriptions. If you have any questions, please call Latonya Brown at 919-968-2082.

Seymour Center Tues, Jun 12 10:30 am -12 noonWed, Aug 22 10:30 am - 12 noon

Central Orange SCThurs, Jun 14 10:30 am - 12 noonThurs, Aug 23 10:30 am - 12 noon

Get Moving - Start Improving“Get Moving - Start Improving” is the 2012 National Senior Health and Fitness Day’s theme

for its annual celebration on Wed, May 30. To celebrate this 19th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day, 100,000 older adults will participate in activities at more than 1,000 locations throughout the US. This special day is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for older adults, and has a goal to keep them healthy and fi t. In Orange County, everyone is encouraged to make a special effort on Wed, May 30 to take some time - 10, 20, 30, or 60 minutes to exercise, walk and to just move. During the week of May 29 – June 1, people may select one day to take advantage of the Wellness Program’s offering to take fee-based exercise class for FREE. This is to encourage everyone to exercise and “Get (or Keep) one Moving - Start (or Keep) Improving”. Please see page 12 for a listing of the exercise classes.

Central Orange SC Mon – Fri, May 29 – Jun 1 • 8 am – 9 pm Seymour Center Mon – Fri, May 29 – Jun 1 • 8 am – 9 pm

New Senior Centers Administrator

Did you know that Janice Tyler, Department on Aging Director, has been serving in her previous position as the Senior Centers Administrator as well as being the Orange County Department on Aging’s Director since the summer, 2010?

This March Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, was select-ed as the new Senior Centers Administrator after an extensive search. Myra has been with the Department on Aging since 2001, and with Orange County since 1988. She is a nationally certifi ed, and NC licensed, Recreational Therapist, and also be-came a certifi ed Nursing Assistant I which has helped her in dealing with older adults’ wellness issues. Myra is married and has two sons.

As the Senior Centers Administrator, Myra is responsible for the operations of both Senior Centers. She, together with the Senior Centers’ programming staff, will continue to serve a variety of people’s interests, and to maintain the high qual-ity programs and activities for which the Senior Centers are widely known. She is always willing to listen to new ideas and to talk with potential program providers. If you are interested in providing a program at the Senior Centers, or have ideas about how operations may be improved, please feel free to give her a call at the Seymour Center, 919-968-2073; Central Orange, 919-245-2020; email her, [email protected]; or stop by the Senior Centers. She divides her offi ce hours between the two centers – generally at the Seymour Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and the Central Or-ange Senior Center on Tuesdays and Fridays - so stop by to see her.

In Praise of Age is a weekly award winning television production dedicated to informing and entertaining people on issues of aging. All half-hour shows are sponsored by the Department on Aging, Carol Woods Retirement Community, and the Friends of the Seymour Center and the Central Orange Senior Center.

Show times: Saturdays at 7:30 pm on Time Warner Cable TV Channel 8 in Chapel Hill, Channel 4 in Carrboro, and Channel 18 in the Durham area. The program is replayed on Mondays at 10:30 am at both the Seymour Center and Central Orange Senior Center.

June 2: Life and Music of Cole Porter: Part 1 - The Prime Time Players presented a variety show celebrating the life and music of Cole Porter through dance, song and performance at the Seymour Center in Dec, 2011. This is your chance to see it if you missed the live performance.

June 9: Life and Music of Cole Porter: Part 2 - This is the second half of the Prime Time Players’ show celebrating the life and music of Cole Porter at the Seymour Center. Also, Bobbie Lubker interviewed Cole Porter “himself” on his life, played by Dr John L. Lubker.

June 16: Summer Reading: Relaxing in Retirement - Host Dr Bobbie Boyd Lubker interviews Pamela Duncan, southern author about her love of writing about the south and her novel, “The Big Beautiful”, which is an excellent summer read. (From July 12, 2008)

June 23: Essential Legal Steps: Part 1 – Greg Herman-Giddens, an Elder Law Attorney in Chapel Hill, reviews important legal issues and documents older adults should know about for their later years. (From Aug 14, 2010)

June 30: Essential Legal Steps: Part 2 – Greg Herman-Giddens, an Elder Law Attorney in Chapel Hill, reviews important legal issues and documents all older adults should be aware of - specifically trusts, estates, taxes, etc. (From Oct 2, 2010)

July 7: Teri Swezey’s “Walk Across America” Reception – Come watch the Send Off Party held on Feb 27th at the Seymour Center for Teri as she began her 2,000 mile walk to the West coast to raise awareness and funds for vulnerable elderly adults and caregivers.

July 14: Physical Changes with Aging - Dr Racquel Daley-Placide, Geriatrician at Carolina Meadows and formerly at UNC Medical School’s Program on Aging, reviews the significant changes that occur as we age, and what we can do through medication and lifestyle modifications. This is excerpted from an Aging 101 Series held at the Seymour Center on Sept 24, 2007. (From Apr, 2008)

July 21: A Conversation with Billy Barnes Rhoda Wynn interviews one of Chapel Hill’s long time, well known and beloved residents who has been a freelance writer and photographer with many musical and photographic talents - including writing and performing the theme song for the In Praise of Age TV Show. (From Dec 1, 2008)

July 28: Seymour Center Bench Dedication Honoring Jerry Passmore – The Friends of the Seymour Center hold a bench ceremony honoring Jerry Passmore’s 30 years of leadership and service as retiring Director of the Orange County Department on Aging, and his work with the Friends of the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center held in Oct, 2011.

Aug 4: Are My Memory Problems Alzheimer’s Disease or Something Else? – Dr Jennie Byrne, Cognitive Psychiatry in Chapel Hill, shared information about our memories and cognitive issues at the Seymour Center program on May 2, 2012.

Aug 11: Long-Term Care Financial Planning: Part 1 - Brad Fox, owner of Medical Claims Rx, an advocacy claims business, gives an overview of Long-Term Care medical coverage, insurance, claims issues and costs. (From Aug 21, 2010)

Aug 18: Long-Term Care Financial Planning: Part 2 - Bernie Ashman, shares his many years of experiences with the Medicaid program as Coordinator of Long-term Care Medicaid, Orange County Department of Social Services (From Aug 21, 2010)

Aug 25: Hand Pain in Older Adults: Problems and Remedies - UNC Clinical Occupational Therapist instructor, Sue Coppola, hosts the program with certified Hand Therapist and Physical Therapist, Nancy Belding. They discuss methods to reduce pain and improve hand function. (From Jan, 2003)

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Introducing a New Face Around the Senior Center Dr. Mary Lynn Piven, a psychiatric-mental health clinical nurse specialist and faculty mem-

ber at the UNC-CH School of Nursing, is working one day a week with the Orange County De-partment on Aging’s Transitions Team.

She was born and raised in Staley, NC and has been a psychiatric-mental health nurse for over 30 years and specializes in the mental health care of older adults. She and her team recently trained the Orange County Department on Aging’s staff members to implement an evidence-based practice - Healthy IDEAS.

Healthy IDEAS is a structured depression program that prepares social workers, nurses and care coordinators to identify depression in at-risk older adults, and to facilitate access to treatment. It targets chronically ill older adults and addresses commonly recognized barriers to mental health care: detecting depression, helping residents understand depression as treat-able; assisting them to gain knowledge and skills to self-manage it; and linking primary care, mental health care and social-service providers. Healthy IDEAS empowers residents to manage their depression through a behavioral-activation (BA) approach that encourages involvement in meaningful, positive activities.

In addition to her expertise concerning depression detection and management, Mary Lynn has expertise working with most any mental health issue affecting the quality of life and func-tional status of older adults. She also has experience with severe and persistently mentally ill people, as well having expertise in individual, group and family therapy. She is available on Wednesdays at the Seymour Center. Please contact the Aging Help Line at 919-968-2087 for an appointment, or just drop by her office for a chat on Wednesday mornings.


5th Anniversary Gala – Seymour Center

It’s Here! Wednesday evening, May 30, 4 - 8 pm is the Seymour Center 5th Anniversary Gala! Come dressed in your best and help us celebrate with music by the Chris Reynolds Swing, and Jazz Trio with Ben Palmer & Tony Greco. There will also be dancing; heavy hors d’oeuvres; sparkling beverages; artist Jan Wu’s fashion show; a presentation by dramatist and 2012 North Carolina Pied-mont Laureate, Ian Finley; The Prime Time Players; a chance to mingle with many of the program staff from the last 5 years - and more. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been coming to the Seymour Center during the last 5 years, or have never been before – this special event is open to all! This gala is co-sponsored with the Friends of the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center. Call the Seymour Center at 919-968-2070 by Friday, May 25 to say that you’re coming to join the celebration! (353005)

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Come! Celebrate!

Good News for the 2012-2017 Master Aging Plan

On May 14 at 4:30 pm, everyone is invited to come to the Seymour Center to celebrate that the 2012-2017 Master Aging Plan is on its way! Approved by the Orange County Department on Aging Advisory Board on April 11 and accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on May 1, the fi ve-year Plan will offi cially begin to be implemented on July 1, 2012. There is a lot to celebrate!

Approximately 140 Orange County residents took part in the planning process for this Master Aging Plan. These residents were interviewed, surveyed, and many were involved in the actual wording and prioritizing of the objectives and strategies that will begin to be implemented in July of this year!

Five UNC Master of Public Health students completed their masters’ degree by helping to organize and write the Plan. They will be given awards at the celebration and, hopefully, will end up with great jobs after graduation!

The Chapel Hill News gave the Orange County Department on Aging a “Roses” award for its energetic work in developing a new Master Aging Plan, which was also recognized by the NC Division on Aging. In addition, the UNC School of Public Health announced that fi ve more masters’ degree students will spend the next year helping us implement the MAP!

The Orange County Department on Aging is committed to keeping you informed on the 2012-2017 Master Aging Plan’s progress toward implementation of its goals and objectives. Look for a MAP Report Card in every Senior Times. We will let you know what is being worked on, how it is progressing - and how you can give us feedback on what you think about it!

The Master Aging Plan is YOUR PLAN FOR THE FUTURE! Pay attention! Stay involved! Give us feedback!

“What’s in Your Toolbox?”Come for an hour workshop led by building professional, C. Maggie Bowers. Maggie will describe common projects around the home to make it “safe for aging in place”. She will demonstrate some of the most helpful and basic tools needed to complete these tasks and to maintain your home in safe working order. She will also help participants defi ne when a project or task should be done by an independent contractor, what kind of service provider to look for, and what to know to negotiate a fair and reasonable contract. Please call the front desk at 919-968-2070 - Seymour Center, Chapel Hill or 919-245-2015 - Central Orange SC, Hillsborough to register. Fee: FREESeymour Center Wed, Jun 13 (334017) 10 - 11 amCentral Orange SC Thurs, Jun 14 (234007-01) 10 - 11 am

Farmers’ Markets at the Senior CentersYes, the Farmers’ Markets are at the Senior Centers. It’s a wonderful and convenient way to get your fresh fruits, vegetables and meats right at the Center. No longer do you have to stand in a long grocery line when you have local friendly farmers right outside the Centers’ doors.

In addition, the produce will be both extra fresh and locally grown. Vouchers will be available after July 1 to seniors, age 60+, who participate in the lunch program at a senior center. Monthly incomes should be below $1,670 for an individual and $2,246 for a couple, although no documen-tation will be required. Vouchers will be available during the growing season, and can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at all the local farmers’ markets in Orange County, either at once or during multiple trips. Come, shop, and get extra fresh and good tasting food, as well as outstanding quality! Central Orange SC Mondays (226006-01) 9 am – 12 noonSeymour Center Tues and Thurs (353060) 9 am - 12 noon

People who qualify may be eligible to get a free cell phone. Community Am-bassador, Andre Jones, is an associate of Safe-Link Wireless and is offering a FREE CELL PHONE with Free monthly minutes to individuals who receive ben-efi ts under certain NC assistance pro-grams. If you are part of one of these programs, you can apply.

1) Medicaid (not Medicare)2) SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition As-

sistance Program – formerly Food Stamps)

3) Work First - A two year program in NC to teach parents with children how to be self-suffi cient.

4) SSI (Supplemental Security Income - from Social Security)

5) Home Energy Assistance6) Section 8 Federal Housing Subsidy7) TANF (Temporary Assistance for

Needy Families)8) Crisis Intervention Program - Helps

people in their homes who have emergency situations with their heat-ing, lighting, electricity, or other un-stable conditions.

For more information, come to a Senior Center on one of the following dates to complete an application for a phone, or call 919-968-2087.Central Orange SC Tues: Jun 12; Jul 10; Aug 14 10 am - 12 noonSeymour Center Wed: Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 15 10 am - 12 noon

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The Senior Wellness Clinic at

The Central Orange Senior Center and The Seymour Center

Clinic’s Purpose:

The purpose of this new multidisciplinary clinic is to enable seniors to live independently in the community by focusing screening and treatment on mood, memory, mobility, and falls prevention. By early identifi cation of risk factors we hope to prevent the negative consequences of falls and disability.

Team of Specialists in Aging:

◆ Geriatrician◆ Occupational Therapist ◆ Pharmacist ◆ Physical Therapist ◆ Social Worker ◆ Dietitian

What will a visit to the clinic include?

◆ Multidisciplinary assessments◆ Clients can expect to spend 1-2 hours or so visiting with the team.◆ We work together to create individual recommendations for medical

care, exercise, or environmental risks. Also, we might suggest further testing and/or individual and family counseling.

◆ We will schedule a second visit to follow-up on our recommendations. ◆ The team’s fi ndings will be shared with the client’s primary care doctor.

What if a person already has a doctor? Our team will not replace a person’s regular doctor. We plan to support the care of primary physicians by offering this specialty screening clinic and maintaining open lines of communication with your doctor.

How do I make an appointment? The clinic is held Thursdays at 8:15 am to 12 noon at the Seymour Center on 2551 Homestead Road in Chapel Hill, NC and now the 2nd Thursday of the month at Central Orange Senior Center, 103 Meadowland Drive in HIllsborough, same times. Please call Yvette Hall at the UNC Center for Aging and Health at (919) 843-4096 to schedule an appointment. Please, do not call the Centers to schedule appointments.

This clinic is offered through a partnership between the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Center of Aging and Health and the Orange County Department on Aging.

GIVE US YOUR FEEDBACK on In Praise of Age!!!!

1. I have Time Warner Cable that broadcasts the In Praise of Age TV Show. Yes__ No__

2.) I have seen In Praise of Age on TV

(a) never __ (b) once__ (c) 2-10 times__ (d) 11 or more times__

3. I have seen In Praise of Age on TV at the following locations:

(a) at my home__ (b) at a Senior Center__ (c) at a friend’s home__ (d) other ________

4. I have a suggestion for an In Praise of Age topic, guest, or host. It is:

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5. I would like to participate on In Praise of Age as a guest, host or camera/studio staff. Yes__ No__ Explain: ______________________________________________________________

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My Name: _____________________Tel:.__________Email:_____________________________

Mail to: Jerry Passmore c/o In Praise of Age, Robert and Pearl Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, or drop it off at a Senior Center front desk in either Chapel Hill or Hillsborough. Thank you so much for taking the time to complete, and return, this survey. It’s greatly appreciated and will help with future programming.

ESTATE PLANNING

FOR PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL

SITUATIONSThe following sessions will be tai-lored to same-sex couples and un-married heterosexual couples.

Estate Planning 101A: Advance Health Care Directives: We will re-view documents that allow you to choose (1) who will make decisions about your medical care when you cannot, (2) the kind of care you want at the end of your life, and (3) who can receive information about your medical status when you are unable to give permission to medical per-sonnel. Refreshments will be served. Call to register at 919-968-2070. Presenter: Zoe Ulshen, AttorneyFee: FREESeymour Center Wed, Aug 8 (333000-05) 1:30 – 3 pm

Estate Planning 101B: Financial Plan-ning: We will talk about documents that allow you to choose (1) who will make fi nancial and other life-style decisions when you cannot, (2) how you want your fi nancial assets distributed after your death, and (3) who will close out your affairs after you die. You will learn the impor-tance of developing an estate plan that coordinates powers of attorney, wills, and benefi ciary designations for life insurance, IRAs, and invest-ment accounts regardless of the size of your estate. Refreshments will be served. Call to register at 919-968-2070. Presenter: Zoe Ulshen, AttorneyFee: FREESeymour Center Wed, Aug 15 (333000-06) 1:30 - 3 pm


Senior Times Pick-Up Locations

Pick up your Senior Times at one of these locations or watch for it in the Saturday Herald-Sun Newspaper the second Saturday of the month when the quarterly Senior Times is published. The drop site for the Chapel Hill Library has been temporarily discontinued. For the most current pick up locations, www.orangecountync.gov/aging/PickUpLocations.asp.

Chapel Hill-Carrboro: ArtsCenter, Carolina Springs, Carol Woods, Carrboro Public Library, Carrboro Town Hall, Chamber of Commerce, Chapel Hill-Carrboro YMCA, Chapel Hill-Orange County Visitors Bureau, Conner Drive medical offi ces, Covenant Place, Elmo’s Diner, First Baptist Manley Estates, Hatfi eld Berang Hearing Center, Mama Dip’s, Meadowmont – Café Carolina and the Cedars, Ram’s Plaza (CVS Pharmacy), Seymour Center, Tony Hall & Associates, University Mall-Cameron’s & Service Desk, Weaver Street Market. NEW Outdoor Racks: Carrboro – Tyler’s Restaurant Corner of S. Greensboro and Main Streets, Fly Leaf Books, Harris Teeter (Chapel Hill North & University Mall), Homestead Square (MLK Jr Blvd), Kinetix Health Club, Nice Price Books, Orange County Dept Social Services (Homestead Rd), Park & Ride Lot Fayetteville Rd, Seymour Center outside, UNC Ambulatory Care Center (Mason Farm Rd)

Hillsborough: Brookshire Nursing Home, Cardinal State Bank, Carillon Senior Living, Carolina Vision, Central Orange Senior Center, Chamber of Commerce, Dentist Dr Sam Chang (N Churton St), Dentist Dr Berry Holly (Meadowlands), Duke Family Practice, Durham Tech-OC campus student break room, Hillsborough Pharmacy (Daniel Boone Village), OCIM (Orange Congregations in Mission) Meals on Wheels and Thrift Shop, Orange County Government (West Campus on Margaret Lane), Orange County Health Dept, Orange County Library, Orange County Manager’s Offi ce lobby, Orange County School Board, Piedmont Veterinary Hospital, Service Department (New Hwy 86), State Employees’ Credit Union (both locations), Town of Hillsborough Mayor’s offi ce, UNC Family Medicine (Old Hwy 86), Weaver St Market. NEW Outdoor Racks: Bojangles, Central Orange Senior Center, Cup a Joe, newsstand corner downtown, Durham Tech Park & Ride lot, Eno Haven Apts., Handy Andy’s (Caldwell), Lloyd’s Citgo, Orange County Dept Social Services, Randy’s Citgo, Red & White Convenience Store (Efl and), Triangle SportsPlex

Person County: 501 BP Gas Station

Physical Therapy Clinics Offered at Senior Centers

Are you in need of some physical therapy?Has your healthcare provider prescribed it?

It’s available Tuesdays and Thursdays at both the Seymour and Central Orange Senior Centers.

Private Insurance and Medicare accepted.

Call 919-732-6600 for an appointment at the Seymour Center, Chapel Hill with

University Physical Therapy.

Call 919-624-0388 for an appointment at the Central Orange Senior Center, Hillsborough with

ElderFit In-Home Rehab Physical Therapy.

LEGAL SERVICESLegal Aid of North Carolina, Inc is a non-profi t, federally funded organization that provides free legal assistance, advice, and representation to low-income individuals and senior citizens on a variety of non-criminal legal issues. Areas include consumer/debtor issues, public benefi t denials/appeals, employment, and mortgage foreclosure defense, as well as housing and family law. At the senior centers they execute Simple Wills, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Health Care Powers of Attorney. Volunteer attorneys, including James Wilde and James Sheldon, donate their time to execute documents and advise people on elder law issues. APPOINTMENTS ARE NEEDED. Call 1-800-672-5834 Monday through Friday (9 am – 5 pm) to schedule an appointment. Seymour Center Tues: Jun 5, 19; Jul 3, 17; Aug 7, 21 9 am – 12 noonCentral Orange SC Tues: Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 28 9 am – 12 noon

The Orange County Center of NC Co-Operative Extension with the Orange County Department on Aging are co-sponsoring a two-part workshop series on Estate Planning. Please register for one set of the following sessions:

Hillsborough Workshops: Pre-senter will be Ms Beth Tillman, Attorney-at Law. Ms Tillman will cover the following topics:

Thurs, Jun 7 - Planning for In-capacity: Includes Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Durable Powers of At-torney for Finances, and Liv-ing Trusts

Thurs, Jun 28 - Final Wishes for Yourself and Your Prop-erty: Will include Wills, Living Trusts, Life Insurance, Retire-ment Benefi ts, Organ Dona-tion, Disposition of Remains, and Planning Your Digital Af-terlife (What happens to your online presence when you die?)

Registration deadline - Thurs, May 31 Call 919-245-2015.Central Orange SC (230010-01)Thurs, Jun 7 & 28 2 – 4 pm

Chapel Hill Workshops: Presenter will be Mr Steve Lackey, Attorney-at-Law. Mr Lackey will cover the following topics:

Wed, Jun 20 - Who’s in Charge: Includes Financial Powers of Attorney, Retirement Benefi ts, Health Care Powers of Attor-ney, Long Term Health Care, and Living Wills

Wed, Jun 27 - Transferring Property by Gift, During Life and Beyond: Wills include Life-time Gifts, Wills, Trusts, Joint Property, Benefi ciary Designa-tions, and Transfer Taxes

Registration deadline - Wed, Jun 13 Call 919-968-2070Seymour Center (333000-04)Wed, Jun 20 & 27 2 – 4 pm

Make Your Voice Heard About the Future of

Medicare and Social Security

Come to a special AARP “listening session” on Wed, Jun 6 from 10:30 - 11:30 am at the Sey-mour Center. Hear about proposed changes to im-portant programs, Medi-care and Social Security and speak your mind. A representative from AARP will be present to lead the discussion and to take your message back to Washington. No registration required. It’s important to be informed and to speak out when necessary!

Estate Planning Workshops

Joyce Ellington is retired, but on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings her routine does not follow the relaxed pace of the typical retiree. By 9:00 a.m. she is reporting for duty at Efl and Cheeks Elementary School, where she is an RSVP-Senior Education Corps Reading Tutor (RSVP-SEC).

Students in the fi rst, second and third grades quickly recognize the gray-haired lady with the erect posture typical of the military. First grader Landon and 2nd grader Adam know her particularly well. They are her “regulars” who expect that she will be sitting down with them individually in a quiet corner of the media center and helping them extract meaning from the black letters in their reading books. Patient but fi rm, she pushes them toward acquiring the reading skills they need to keep up with their classmates. Students who miss these skills in the early grades often drop out of school without graduating.

Volunteering at school was a natural choice for Joyce, who had enjoyed the opportunities to work in education that came up in the course of her working career. The fi rst of these opportunities came in the United States Air Force, which she joined in 1971. The United States Air Force trained her as a dental technician and in 1975 sent her to Thailand, where she provided dental care and

instruction in oral hygiene to the children of military personnel and to children in government orphanages. She recalls vividly helicopter rides to the orphanages, often located in remote rural areas. The orphans would be glad to get rid of decaying teeth that were causing them pain. “There were no facilities,” she recalls. “We would stand them up against a tree and do the extraction. Then we would give them toothbrushes and show them how to use them.”

For another assignment, Joyce was retrained to training systems management. In this role, she was still involved with education – making sure that the Air Force work centers were providing recruits with educational opportunities that had been promised and that airmen were benefi tting from the training. This assignment took her to several locations in the United States and eventually to England, where she lived four years.

After leaving the Air Force in 1992, Joyce supplemented her military retirement with work in property management. Then in 2000 she decided to try substitute teaching in the Orange County Schools. At C.W. Stanford Middle School, the administration liked her work so much that they offered her a regular job as a teacher’s assistant working with physically and developmentally disabled children. She was also

given the opportunity to enhance her teaching skills by earning an Associate Degree in education.

Now fully retired, Joyce is glad to use her experience and training to work with youngsters who need extra help with reading. She acknowledges the important role that education has played in her own life, which began as a sharecropper’s daughter in rural Alamance County. “I have no regrets,” she says now. “The only thing I would do differently is join the Air Force at 18 instead of 26. Otherwise, I count it all joy.”

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child’s face when they sud-denly realize they like to read? Want to give a young person a chance to fi nish high school? Helping a child succeed often goes beyond the classroom and the parents; it takes a com-munity. Can you see yourself making a difference in a child’s life? Senior Education Corps can take you there.

Find out the ABCs of SEC at its fi rst community-wide gath-ering to be held Tuesday, Au-gust 21, at the Seymour Center. Topics will highlight volunteer impact in the schools, opportu-nities for training and the need for your involvement. Since 2000, SEC volunteers have served in schools and com-munity nonprofi ts that focus on helping young people have positive experiences in school and then in the future.

“This gathering will bring together educators, volunteer coordinators, and current and potential volunteers from both school districts for the fi rst time,” said SEC Coordinator Judy Mathias.

Seating is limited to the fi rst 75 people. To reserve your spot, please contact Judy Mathias by August 1 919-968-2057 or [email protected]).

SEC is an intergenerational partnership linking the tal-ents and experiences of older adults with the curiosity and energy of children of all ages. It is administered through the Orange County RSVP 55+ Vol-unteer Program, a branch of the Orange County Dept. on Aging. RSVP recruits adults 55 years of age and over and matches them with opportuni-ties in schools, nonprofi ts or government agencies. It re-ceives funds through Orange County Government, the Towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill and the Corporation for National & Community Service.

Friend-to-Friend ProgramThe Friend-to-Friend Program needs volunteers to brighten the lives of seniors! For only one hour a week, you can be a friendly visitor to a senior and prevent social isolation and improve their quality of life! Interested? Call 919-968-2087 or e-mail Mary Fraser at [email protected]

• Monthly by the 10th: Submit your RSVP volunteer hours for the previous month’s service to the RSVP Office

• Have an hour? Join the Seymour Garden Group. Help plan, learn, play or water. Find out when. 919-968-2056. Wa-tering team needed for 2 hours a week

• 1st Wed: Aug 1 (10 am - 12 noon): RSVP Volunteer Information Session to help new volunteers find an agency that needs someone with their skills and in-terests

• RSVP Senior Education Corps Con-ference: See how volunteers impact the schools and why more volunteers are needed. See related article. August 21, Seymour Center. RSVP to Judy 919-968-2057

• This opportunity is on the bus route from Seymour Center to the Botanical Garden! Become the first face a visitor

will see at a Botanical Garden. Greet visitors, direct visitors to various parts of the garden, answer phones, provide permits, help with gift shop sales. Free 3-hr training. Four hours a weekday or on one weekend a month.

• Join your friends and carpool to volunteer to help riders with develop-mental disabilities benefit from riding. No horse experience necessary. Indoor and outdoor arenas. Summer schedule

• Monthly trainings-Help adults im-prove their reading, math, writing and English language skills. No prior tutor-ing or teaching experience necessary.

• Senior Education Corps: Free train-ings to help students in our schools become eager readers or writers. Get started this July with the year ‘round school in Hillsborough or in September in a school near you. Free training


VOLUNTEER CALENDAR & OPPORTUNITIES

WELCOME, NEW RSVP VOLUNTEERSDiane Bidgood, Nancy Chang,

Ann Davis, Tony Gore, Martha McRae, Jean Miller, Barbara Phillips, Sara Rojas,

Marc Roth, Yi Yao and Peggy Yates

Call RSVP Volunteer Program 919-968-2056, [email protected] or visitwww.orangecountync.gov KEYWORD: RSVP

SeniorStridersUniversity Mall Walking ProgramMall open for walkers every Monday – Friday, 7:30 am

* 3RD TUESDAY EACH MONTH *Jun 19 – How Much is Too Much Sugar? Registered Dietitian and

Nutritionist, Breana Lai will share information about the amounts of sugar we eat, and the different ‘hidden’ names for it.

Jul 17 – Heat Exhaustion/Heat Stroke – What are the signs and

symptoms and how to avoid them? Dr Paula Miller, lead cardiologist from the UNC HealthCare Heart Center will discuss what to look for in regard to these health issues and what to do if you or someone you

know is experiencing symptoms.

Aug 21 – What to Do in Case of an Emergency? If and when a real emergency occurs. David Silfen, Paramedic, Orange County

Emergency Services will speak about what to do in certain emergencies – falls, heart attacks, and strokes

8:00 am – Warm-Up Exercises - Mall Center Court

8:20 am – Breakfast served in The Weathervane @ A Southern Season

8:45 am – Educational Session

DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED EACH MONTH – CALL 919-968-2070 on, or after, the 3rd Wednesday of the month

Program supported with funding from:

UNC HEALTHCARE

Program sponsored by:Chapel Hill Police Department’s Cop Shop at University Mall

Orange County Department on AgingUniversity Mall

For more information, contact: Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator

919-968-2073

“Prepare to Care” WorkshopAre you prepared for the day that you may need to become a caregiver for your spouse, parent, or other loved one? Come to a work-shop developed by the AARP to get you think-ing about the future and how you can get pre-pared for it. Mary Cay Corr, a Health Specialist for the AARP, will lead the workshop. No reg-istration is required. Questions about this workshop, or caregiver issues, please call the Aging Transitions Help-Line at 919-968-2087. Seymour CenterMon, Jun 4 10:30 - 11:30 amCentral Orange SCTues, Jun 5 10:30 - 11:30 am

Come to a Senior Center for “ONE-STOP SHOPPING”

Social workers at both the Seymour Center and Central Orange Senior Center are now able to help seniors apply for a variety of financial aid services - such as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - formerly Food Stamps), Energy Assistance and Medicaid. They can also help people complete an application to reduce their Orange County property tax. Our Aging Transition social workers are able to discuss your questions and concerns about these programs in a confidential setting, and to complete the required paper work. Now, you do not have to go to the Department of Social Services (DSS). This is called, “One-Stop Shopping”. You go to the senior centers for programs, meals, exercises, classes, fellowship, trips, etc – now you can apply for special assistance, too! To find out if you qualify for any of these programs, call the Aging Transitions Help Line at 919-968-2087, Monday through Friday, 9 am – 4 pm to make an appointment.

Senior Net Volunteers NeededOpportunities for instructors and coaches are available for people with a basic

working knowledge of computer software and hardware. (Coaching positions as assistant can be used to train those aspiring to be instructors.) Prospective volunteers should also possess the desire and skills to share their knowledge with others in a “team based” and “user friendly” environment. Most courses are offered during the daytime. Additional offerings may take place in the evening and on weekends, if volunteers are available. Future offerings such as basic graphics, multi-media applications and genealogy will depend on the interests of the students and the skill sets of the volunteers. Contact Jim McGuire ([email protected]) for more information, or to volunteer.

Lunch at the CentersThe Seymour and the Central Orange Senior Centers serve lunch Monday - Friday at 12 noon. The

Senior Lunch program is operated by the Orange County Department on Aging. People age 60+ are eligible to eat the daily lunches funded by the federal government’s Older Americans Act, the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, and the Orange County Department on Aging. Although there isn’t a charge for the meals, donations are an important part of the program. For people under age 60, a meal costs $5. Our caterer is the local Nantucket Café. All of the meals meet the requirements for people on low salt diets. Meals are served on a “First Come, First Served” basis. On the day you arrive for lunch, please get a lunch ticket. Registration desks are located near the pool tables at each Senior Center, and tickets are distributed as people sign in between 10:45 am and 12:15 pm

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Are You Eligible for the Special Needs Registry

to Get Help in an Emergency?

Are you prepared for a bad storm? Are you con-cerned about where to go if the power goes out for several days, or if there were damage to your home? If you worry about these things - don’t wait until the last minute to get help. You may be eligible for the Special Needs Registry. People on the list will be con-tacted in the event of an emergency, and if needed, helped to get to a special needs shelter.

Call the Aging Transitions Help Line at 919-968-2087 - or come to the Seymour Center or the Central Or-ange Senior Center to get more information about the Special Needs Registry. You can find out how you, or a loved one, can sign up. Be Smart – Be Prepared!

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An Enriching Day Program for Adults and Seniors Providing Respite for Family Caregivers

Offers a safe environment with individual care plans that

address the social, physical and emotional needs of the participants; and provides

assistance with daily activities by qualified professionals.

For more information or to make a referral:

Office: 919-245-2017 (Fax: 919-245-2018)

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Senior Wellness Clinic Coming to Hillsborough - July 2012!

Don’t miss out! A chance to see a geriatrician - a medical doctor who specializes in older adults, pharmacist, physi-cal therapist, occupational therapist and social worker all at one time – right at the Central Orange Senior Center – at no cost to you! The purpose of the clinic is to help you live independently in the community by assessing your mood, memory, mobility and falls risk and sharing this information with your primary care doctor. Don’t have a primary care doctor? No problem, the clinic can help you find one that specializes in older adults.

Appointments will be scheduled at 8:15 am and 10:30 am at the COSC on July 12 and August 9.

To arrange an appointment, please call Yvette Hall at the UNC Center for Aging and Health at 919-843-4096.

CENTRAL ORANGE SENIOR CENTER – THURSDAY TELL ALL - This is the day to update your calendar for the next month. Announcements con-cerning upcoming programs for the month will be made by the staff.Thurs, Jun 7, 21; Jul 5; 19; Aug 2, 16 12 noonCentral Orange SC (257030-01)

LUNCH AT THE SEYMOUR CENTERChapel Hill Police DepartmentJoin the Chapel Hill Police De-partment during this informal discussion about safety issues in your community. Wed, Jun 13 11:30 amSeymour Center (333012)

FARMERS’ MARKETJoin your local friendly farmers, Betty and Joe Yow, as they share information about their farm raised products that are avail-able at our Farmers’ MarketWed, Jul 11 10:30 am Seymour Center (333013)

The fitness studio in the Seymour Center is 624 sq ft of space nestled inside the state of the art 25,000 sq ft Center. The fitness studio, with exercise machines, helps users increase their endurance,

maintain balance and build strength. The fitness area’s exercise machines were donated by UNC Health Care. Eligibility: Orange County Residents age 55 and older are eligible to join.

Membership Fees Individuals CoupleAnnual Rate: $200 (one lump sum) $300 Bi-Annual Rate: $120 (paid on joining & 6 month intervals) $160 Quarterly Rate: $65 (paid quarterly – Jan, April, July, Oct) $90 Monthly Rate: $25 (paid by the 10th of each month) $35

The $20 orientation fee is waived upon completion of the physical function screen and membership fee payment. Non-county residents, and those wishing not to complete the required bi-annual physical function screen, may join at the following rates:

Individual : $28 – monthly $250 – annually Couple : $35 – monthly $375 – annually

Scholarships will be granted, case-by-case, based on the federal poverty guidelines be-ginning with $10,400 for a single member household. Scholarship inquiries are confiden-tial and should be directed to Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, 919-968-2073.

Operational Hours Personal Trainer Staff Hours Mon, Wed, Fri: 8 am – 4:30 pm Mon, 8 – 11:30 am, 1:30-4:30 pmTues & Thurs: 8 am – 8:30 pm Tues & Thurs*: 8 am - 1:30 pm Saturdays: 8 am – 1:30 pm Fri: 1:30 - 3:30 pm - varied/month Sat. varied/month

During peak times of use, machines will be limited to 30 minutes each.*10 am - 12 noon Tues/ Thurs, no personal trainer on duty.

Personal Trainer Appointments - All Fitness Room Members are permitted 1 FREE 30-minute Personal Trainer session, annually, in addition to the Fitness Room orientation with the personal trainer. Additional private sessions are available for $25 per 1-hour session. All personal trainer sessions are by appointment only made at the Seymour Center front desk.

FITNESS STUDIO- SEYMOUR CENTER Department on Aging - Wellness Program

SENIOR CENTER SportsPlex MembershipDepartment on Aging - Wellness Program - A special Membership fee is be-ing offered exclusively to members joining through the Senior Center. It includes Fitness and Cardio Centers, Group Exercise Classes (land and water) offered at the SportsPlex facility and Aquatics Center. The SportsPlex is a new SilverSneakers fa-cility. (To qualify, you must be a Medicare-eligible member of a health plan that of-fers the SilverSneakers Fitness program.) More than 40 Medicare health plans offer the program as a benefit to members across the nation. Individuals should check with their insurance providers for availability/eligibility. This fitness program is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity. Eligibility: Orange County Residents age 55 and older are eligible to join.

Fee Structure - To optimize the SportsPlex offerings and to encourage as many participants as possible, Orange County has a special fee. However, scholarships are available on a sliding scale to people with low incomes.

Membership Fees Individuals CoupleAnnual Rate: $300 (one lump sum) $420Payable in Full by: Cash, Check, Credit Card, or monthly $25 drafts for individuals and $35 drafts for couples.

The $49 new membership fee is waived upon completion of the physical function screen and membership fee payment. Non-county residents, and those wishing not to complete the bi-annual required physical function screen, may join the SportsPlex at the following rates:

Individual: $35.99 – monthly $431.88 – annuallyCouple: $49.99 – monthly $599.88 – annually

Scholarships are available. Direct requests to Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, 919-968-2073.

Operational Hours Mon - Sat: 5:30 am – 10 pm • Mon - Sat: Pool closes at 9 pm • Sundays: 12 noon – 7 pm

Personal Trainer AppointmentsSchedule an appointment directly with SportsPlex approved trainers at 919-644-0339.


From the Health ExpertEveryone is welcome! Call the appropriate Center to register. If you live in the county outside the Chapel Hill Transit area, call OPT at 919-245-2008 for transportation. The minimum class size is 2, and the maximum is 20. Check the in-dividual classes for specific infor-mation. All the programs are FREE.

Notice: To provide presentations on different topics, the Wellness Program hosts a variety of profes-sionals. This does not mean an en-dorsement of providers, services, or method of treatment.

Behind Closed Doors: Promoting Bladder HealthMary Palmer, PhD, RN, with the UNC School of Nursing will pres-ent information on bladder health with particular emphasis on blad-der leakage, and practical steps to promote bladder control.Seymour Center Wed, Jun 6 11 – 11:45 am(352352-20) Central Orange SC Wed, Jul 18 11 – 11:45 am(252252-07)

Oh! My Aching Back Join Dr Chester Palumbo from South Square Chiropractic as he presents information on taking care of, and protecting, our backs. Dr Palumbo believes in the holis-tic approach and his talk will in-clude the importance of nutrition and exercise to protect our backs. Central Orange SC Wed, Jun 20 11 - 11:45 am(252252-06) Seymour Center Wed, Jul 11 11 – 11:45 am(352352-21) The New NC Orthopedic Clinic Did you know the new Duke Med-icine facility is located on S Chur-ton St, Hillsborough across from the SunTrust Bank, and it will house the NC Orthopedic Clinic? Dr Rhett Hallows will share infor-mation about Arthritis and Joint replacement and how the new Orthopedic clinic can help people manage those issues. Central Orange SCMon, Jun 25 11 – 11:45 am (232251-01)

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Medicare ExplosionOrange County is hosting a special week to give Medicare beneficiaries information on Low Income Subsidies (LIS). The Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) will be traveling to different places in the county where people can apply for a subsidy to help pay for their Medicare Part D premium and get a reduced co-payment on their prescriptions. In addition, people who qualify for a LIS will not have a donut hole for their prescriptions or a deductible. They can also change Medicare Pt D plans throughout the year without having to wait for open enrollment held in the fall. Come find out if you’re eligible at one of the following:

• Mon, June 4 (10 am – 1 pm) – Medicare Information: Wal-Mart in Hillsborough• Tues, June 5 (10 am – 1 pm) – Meals on Wheels Ride-a-Long (SHIIP Volunteers)• Wed, June 6 (10 am – 1 pm) - Medicare Information: Goodwill Community

Foundation (GCF) Donation Center in Hillsborough• Thurs, June 7

o Prevention and Wellness Program, and Extra Help Information (9 – 11 am)o Senior Medicare Patrol (Medicare Fraud) + Senior Lifesaver (Seniors and

Law Enforcement Together – SALT) (12:30 – 2 pm)• FREE RefreshmentsSeymour Center

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End of Life Planning Please join experienced family ad-visor, James Karl, with the Chapel Hill Memorial Garden and man-ager of the “green burial” pro-gram, which saves about 70% off traditional burial fees, as he shares important information about death and pre-planning for final expens-es.Seymour Center Wed, Aug 1 11 – 11:45 am(352352-22) Central Orange SCWed, Aug 15 11 – 11:45 am (252252-08)

Diabetes Self-Management Education ProgramDo you have diabetes? Would you like to learn more about how to manage it? This course will cover basics of diabetes including: nutri-tion and meal planning, medications and monitoring, exercise, dealing with diabetes, and detection and control of complications. It meets the standards of the American Dia-betes Association and will be led by OC Health Department’s Registered Dietitian, a Registered Nurse, and other health care professionals for a comprehensive care plan to manage your diabetes. A physician’s referral is needed to enroll in the program. Classes will be offered at the senior centers and other locations in the county. Please call Renee Kemske to enroll and to get more informa-tion, 919-245-2381. Fee: Medicare, Medicaid and some private insurance will pay for this program. If not, there is a sliding scale fee based on income. Southern Human Services, Center, Chapel Hill; Whitted Services Center, Hillsborough Thurs, Jun 7, 14; Jul 12, 19; Aug 9, 16 12:30 – 5 pm

GEMS – Geriatric Emergency Medical ServicesDo you know what to do in an emer-gency before the first responders and emergency personnel arrive? Would you like to learn simple first aid and CPR? Then join this 3-week class at the senior center to learn what to do in an emergency. Topic areas to be discussed are: what to do when stroke, heart attack, or falls occur. Instructor: David Silfen, Certified Emergency ParamedicSeymour Center Wed, May 30; Jun 6, 13 1 – 4 pm (352093)

Improving Your Health or Not! Grow Power Self-Improvement of Health by Mind, Body, and SpiritDo you want to improve your health or not? Individualized improve-ments may include, but be lim-ited to, the following: gain or lose weight, correct insomnia, exercise, etc. During these classes, we will focus on your health by improving your mind, body, and spirit. Re-viewing your past successes will improve your health! Using the GROW model, you will set Goals, look at Reality, seek Options, and ask “What will you do to improve your health?” You will have an indi-vidualized health plan, which will be successful. Registration deadline: May 25.Fee: $25 for the 4 week session. Min 6, Max of 12 people. Central Orange SCFri, Jun 1 – 22 (232252-01) 9:45 – 11:45 am Healthy Food Demos There will be foods to taste, recipes, and a nutritional breakdown at each demo. Please note, this program is a demonstration and not intended to be a full meal. If you are interested in this program continuing, please contact the Wellness Coordinator at 919-968-2073.Central Orange SC Seymour Center

Life Line Screening These screening tests can help save a life from devastating diseases and are painless. Please call to make your appointment for the following vascular screenings: Carotid Artery, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, PAD-Peripheral Artery Disease, Atrial Fibrillation. Call 1-888-753-1129 to

reserve your appointment time and receive an additional $10 off the screening package.Fee: All 4 tests for $139 or you may have one test for $60 each.Seymour Center Sat, Jul 7 8 am – 4 pm(332266)

The following two programs are sup-ported in part by Health Promotion/Disease Prevention Funds from NCD-HHS-Aging and Adult Service and as a consumer you may make volun-tary contributions to this program, but are under no obligation to do so. Contributions will be used to expand the program and are confidential. Services will not be reduced or ter-minated for failure to contribute.

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions Interactive 6-week course designed to help people with chronic condi-tions. Includes: (1) techniques to deal with problems such as frustra-tion, fatigue, pain and isolation; (2) appropriate exercise for maintain-ing and improving strength, flexibil-ity, and endurance; (3) appropriate use of medication; (4) communicat-ing effectively with family, friends and health professionals; (5) nutri-tion; and (6) how to evaluate new treatments. Each participant will receive a copy of the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Condi-tions”. The program is designed to enhance regular disease treatment and disease specific education. Registration Deadline is one week before start of program. Program minimum 6, maximum 12. Facilitators: Myra Austin and Pam Tillett Fee: FREE Please contact Myra Austin, 919-245-2020 if you are interested in holding a program with your senior group. Central Orange SCSeymour Center Matter of Balance Do you have concerns about fall-ing? Have you been struggling with maintaining your balance? Many older adults are concerned about falling and restrict their activities. This award-winning program is de-signed to manage falls and increase activity levels. It is an evidenced-based health education program. While simple exercises will be used, it is not an exercise class. Registra-tion Deadline: Thursday before the

classes begin the following week. Program minimum 6, maximum 12.Facilitators: Myra Austin and Becci RitterFee: FREE Please contact Myra Austin, 919-245-2020 if you are interested in holding a program with your senior group. Central Orange SCSeymour Center

WELLNESS CLASSES Program registrations are neces-sary: Program participants should bi-annually complete, or update, their registration forms which are available at the senior centers’ front desks. Fees for classes may be mailed or brought to the appropri-ate center. Credit cards, cash or checks made payable to Orange County Department on Aging, are acceptable. Registration is needed for both classes with a fee, and free ones. For the Central Orange Senior Center in Hillsborough call 919-245-2015, and for the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill, call 919-968-2070. Fee waivers/reductions are available based on assessed financial need for all fitness classes. Contact Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator at 919-968-2073 for more information. All participant information is kept confi-dential. Participants are encouraged to take any fitness class for the first time at no charge to determine if the class meets their needs.

Ageless Grace This new class for anti-aging con-sists of 21 simple tools for lifelong comfort and ease, and can be done by almost anyone of any age or abil-ity. The movement sequences focus on the healthy longevity of the body, mind, emotions, and spirit. All exer-cises are designed to be practiced in a chair and consist of natural move-ments. Each of the 21 tools focuses on different anti-aging techniques - joint mobility, spinal flexibility, cog-nitive function, systemic stimula-tion, balance and confidence. Class size minimum 5, maximum 15. In-structor: Salli Benedict, Ageless Grace certified instructor, 919-929-8621 and cell 919-218-6660. Fee: FREE, but registration preferredCentral Orange SC Wednesdays 11:15 am – 12 noon(252013-01)

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Aerobics – Arthritis Foundation Exercise ProgramThis class offers participants the evi-dence-based Arthritis Foundation Ex-ercise Program, “Take Control with Exercise”. Class minimum 5, maxi-mum 25.Instructor: Sandy Wolfe. Fee: FREE Central Orange SC Mon & Wed 10 – 10:50 am(252001-1)

Balance ClassWill resume in mid-Sept.

Chair Yoga: Getting Fit Where You SitAre you someone who would benefit from doing yoga but cannot get down on the floor because of physical chal-lenges or inflexibility? Weekly chair yoga may be just the right class for you! The chair replaces the yoga mat and becomes an extension of your body allowing you to take advantage of yoga’s amazing fitness and health potential. Doing chair yoga improves your ability to twist, bend and move around which helps reduce joint pain and stiffness. All moves can be done in the chair or standing using the chair as a stabilizer. The meditative visual-izations at the end of the session en-hance mood and improve overall sense of wellbeing. A chair yoga prac-tice can safely bring those with limited flexibility to a profound state of har-mony, balance and healing.Instructor: Joy GorntoFee: $6.00/class - 1st class is FREE Seymour Center Mon &Thurs 9 - 9:50 am(352023-01,02,03)

Flexibility Without StretchingFlexibility is not about being able to hold a pose that looks good! It’s about being able to move without a lot of ef-fort and strain on our joints. In this 12- week series we will do seated and standing movements that ”re-wire” our brains so we can move in a re-freshed and easier way in our daily activities. Make gravity your friend again! Class is based on Dr M. Felden-krais’ techniques. (This is particularly helpful for those dealing with neuro-logical issues as well, including MS and Parkinson’s Disease.)Instructor: Debby Gross, certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Licensed body-work specialist. Fee: FREESeymour Center Tues, Jun 5 - 26(352015-02) 11 am – 12 noon

Inspired MovementNever exercised before? This class is great for beginners! It’s designed to stretch and strengthen your entire body for maximized movement and endurance. The class is excellent way to improve joint flexibility, muscular strength, and toning. Knowledge of beneficial movements can be applied to daily living at home. Class offers the evidence-based Arthritis Founda-tion Exercise Program, “Take Control with Exercise”. Class minimum 5, max-imum 15.Instructor: Kathleen (“Kacky”) Camp-bell Hammon. Fee: FREE Seymour Center Mon & Wed(352008) 10 – 10:50 am orTues & Thurs (352008) 2:15 – 3:05 pm

NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action)NIA is the latest fusion in mind-body wellness. Joyful and exhilarating practice combines martial arts, yoga, dance and spiritual self-healing. It pro-vides a safe, effective cardiovascular workout with total body conditioning and personal growth benefits. Class minimum 6, maximum 25. Instructor: Marty Broda, certified NIA instructor. Fee: $24/4 weeks, $48/8 weeks, or $72/12 weeks – Coupon books avail-able. Seymour Center Classes will resume in mid-Sept (352016) 3:55 - 4:50 pm

Pacesetter ClassA 45-minute class designed to keep you moving with a low impact workout that includes several optional cardio “bursts” of greater intensity. The last segment of class employs optional mild resistance for sculpting and gen-tle stretching for muscle tone and bal-ance. Class minimum 5, maximum 25. Fee: FREE for SportsPlex members and non-members who qualify for a scholarship. $3/week for non-mem-bers. Payable at the SportsPlex. Central Orange SCMon & Wed (252011-01) 8:45 – 9:40 am PilatesPilates is a form of resistance exercise that focuses on strengthening the ab-domen and back or “core” muscles to improve flexibility, posture, and bal-ance. Slow, controlled movements help increase bone density using your own body weight or light hand weights.

Class minimum 6, maximum 12.Instructor: Connie Winstead.Fee: $24/4 classes; $48/8 classes, or $72/12 classes. Coupon books avail-able. Seymour Center Mondays (352010-05, 06, 07) 2:15 – 3:05 pm Thursdays (352010-14, 15, 16)3:30 – 4:20 pm

Spring Forest Qigong (SFQ)This is a simple, powerful and effec-tive Ancient Chinese meditation that compliments Western health care and promotes physical, emotional and spiritual healing. It uses Breathing, Mental Focus, Gentle Movements and Sound to remove energy blockages, balance energy and allow the body to heal itself. Instructor: Martha Hadden MS, RN, CS, Certified Instructor in SFQ, and Certified Psychiatric Clinical Specialist in Adult Mental Health. Fee: $ 56/6 classesSeymour Center Classes will resume in the fall

Spring Forest Qigong (SFQ) Practice SessionsCome practice this simple, powerful and effective Ancient Chinese medita-tion that compliments Western health care and promotes physical, emotion-al and spiritual healing. This will be a practice of the following techniques - Breathing, Mental Focus, Gentle Movements and Sound to remove en-ergy blockages, balance energy and allow the body to heal itself. Leader: Martha Hadden MS, RN, CS and Certified Instructor in SFQ, and Certified Psychiatric Clinical Specialist in Adult Mental Health. Fee: Donations Seymour CenterThurs: Jun 21; Jul 19; Aug 22 (352020) 10 am - 12 noon

Salli’s Senior Workout When was the last time you enjoyed exercising? Join this fantastic and fun fitness class, taught to Chapel Hill se-niors since 1986. The music is great, the people are great, and it’s good for you, too! Your flexibility, strength, bal-ance, posture, and coordination will all increase. The class incorporates move-ments from yoga, physical therapy and dance, and is done in chairs or standing. Not only will you be glad you came, but you’ll leave smiling! Class minimum 4, maximum 18.

Instructor: Salli Benedict, MPH, certi-fied fitness instructor and health edu-cator 919-929-8621 and cell 919-218-6660. Fee: FREE - $1 suggested donation/classSeymour Center Wed & Fri (352011) 9:30 – 10:20 am

Sit to be Fit Class is designed to stretch and strengthen your entire body for maxi-mized movement and endurance, and is excellent for improving joint flexi-bility, muscular strength, and toning. While seated, you gain knowledge of beneficial movements that can be ap-plied daily at home. Learn healthy hints to keep you independent and striving toward 100 years of age! Walk-ins welcome, class minimum 4, maximum 18. Instructor: Video - Central Orange SC. Michael Savino, CTRS, LMBT #703 – Seymour Center Fee: FREE - $1 suggested donation/classCentral Orange SC Fridays(252006-01) 10 – 10:50 am Seymour Center Mondays (352019) 11 – 11:50 am Strength Training – Advanced Instruction includes strength training, balance, stretching, and flexibility ex-ercises for older adults. Class mini-mum 5, maximum 30.Instructor: Kevin Kirk, MS, Exercise Physiologist/Fitness Trainer. Fee: $24/4 classes; $48/8 classes; or $72/12 classes. Arrive early to secure equipment. Coupon books available. Seymour Center Mon & Thurs, (352021-03, 04, 05) 10:40 – 11:35 am

Strength Training – Introduction Instruction includes strength training, balance, stretching, and flexibility ex-ercises for older adults. Class mini-mum 5, maximum 30.Instructor: Kevin Kirk, MS, Exercise Physiologist/Fitness Trainer. Fee: $24/4 classes; $48/8 classes; or $72/12 classes. Arrive early to secure equipment. Coupon books available. Seymour Center Mon & Thurs(352000-03, 04, 05) 9:40 – 10:30 am

Strength Training and MovementBalance training, strength training, stretching, and abdominal strength-ening exercises. The program’s goal is


to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, balance, and total well-being. Class minimum 5, maxi-mum 30.Instructor: Stephanie Yost, BSN, RN, ESA, AFFA, ACLS certified instructor. Fee: $35/monthSeymour Center Tues & Thurs (352006-05 ,06, 07) 8:20 – 9:20 am Strong and SteadyDesigned to strengthen your whole body, improve posture and balance in a friendly atmosphere. Strength-ening exercises are vital to help maintain good bone health and re-duce the incidence of falling. Class offers the use of ankle and hand weights, and thera bands. It can be done sitting or standing. Class min-imum 5, maximum 20. Instructor: Vicki Tilley, PT, GCS (Geri-atric Clinical Specialist). Fee: FREE - $1 suggested donation/classCentral Orange SCTues & Thurs (252007-01) 10 – 10:55 am

T’ai Chi – BeginningT’ai Chi, an ancient Chinese art, based on natural laws, teaches re-laxation, erases tension, and boosts energy. It works for all, regardless of age. Regards the art as walking into your inscape, a dance of circles, and a superior form of “moving meditation.” Tai Chi may add to your sense of well-being. Class min-imum 4, maximum 10.Instructors: Frank Wong (Wednes-days)/ Bill Meyers (Thursdays)Fee: $56/ 7 week sessionSeymour Center Session I: Wed, May 30 – Jul 18 (352002-05) 2:30 – 3:20 pmSession II: Thurs, May 31 – Jul 12 (352004-05) 7 – 8:15 pmSession III: Wed, Aug 1 - Sept 12 (352002-06) 2:30 – 3:20 pmSession IV: Thurs, Aug 2 – Sept 13 (352004-06) 7 – 8:15 pm

T’ai Chi – BeginningOngoing class explores T’ai Chi movement through the Hao Style form. Practice of this “moving med-itation” can reduce stress; improve health, increase flexibility and ener-getic flow, aid in the discovery of balance and harmony in the mind and body. Class minimum 4, maxi-mum 10.Instructor: Nina Maier, 919-732-2722.

Fee: $8/ class Central Orange SC Mon, Jun 4 - 25(252008-06) 6 – 6:50 pm Mon, Jul 2 - 30 (252008-07) 6 – 6:50 pm Mon, Aug 6 - 27(252008-08) 6 – 6 :50 pm

T’ai Chi – IntermediateFor information and to determine skill level, call instructor at 919- 929-9467. Class min 5, max 12 people.Instructor: Frank Wong. Fee: $56/7 week session. Seymour Center Session I: Tues, Jun 5 – Jul 17 (352005-05) 7 – 8:15 pm Session II: Tues, Jul 31 – Sept 11 (352005-06) 7 - 8:15 pm

Tone, Balance, Tighten - TBTA total body workout of gentle exer-cises designed to promote flexibility by stretching and toning muscles and exercising joints. Class mini-mum 5, maximum 18.Instructor: Becci RitterFee: FREE Seymour Center Wed & Fri(352025) 11 – 11:50 am

Walking – IndoorsWalk in the Central Recreation Cen-ter Gym at 300 W Tryon St, Hillsbor-ough Fee: $25 annuallyCentral Recreation Center Gym Mon – Fri 8 – 10 am

Walking MeditationDo you love trees in all seasons? Do you love the forest’s sounds? Do you love the soft earth under your feet? Do you enjoy walking inten-tionally so you don’t miss anything? If you do, you will want to join friends who enjoy the same plea-sures. We are aiming for a Friday - once a week? Once a month? What suits you? Call Miriam Thompson at 919-370-4114 to schedule a time and walking path.Seymour Center Fridays TBA

Walking – OutdoorsFast-paced walking group walks on trails and through wooded areas, weather permitting. Need to be ag-ile on your feet. Bring a friend and/or walking stick. Call to be added to

the list. Group leader needed. Central Orange SC Tuesdays (250000) 10 – 11 am Seymour CenterTuesdays (350000) 8:30 – 9:30 am

YogaThis gentle physical form of Yoga has an emphasis on flexibility and movement, as well as breathing. Re-search shows that Yoga is excellent for good bone health as well. Please arrive a few minutes early to secure a place in class. Class minimum 6, maximum 12. Instructor: Barbara LangFee: $24/4 classes; $48/8 classes; or $72/12 classes. Coupon books avail-able.Seymour Center Mon & Wed(352003-03, 04, 05) 1 – 1:50 pm ZumbaA fusion of Latin and International music creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Class minimum 6, maximum 20. This is the latest in fitness, and will be taught by a specially trained instructor.Instructor: Katina JohnsonFee: $24/4 weeks; $48/8 weeks; or $72/12 weeks. Coupon books avail-able.Central Orange SC Mondays(252010-06, 07, 08) 6:30 – 7:20 pm

WELLNESS – INDIVIDUAL SERVICESBLOOD PRESSURE MONITORINGA volunteer RN or LPN is on-site to take blood pressures. RSVP pro-vides the volunteers. Free auto-mated blood pressure machines are available at both Senior Centers. These machines are provided by the Orange County Wellness Program. Fee: FREESeymour Center Wednesdays (352505) 9:30 – 11:30 am Central Orange SCThursdays(252501-1) 9:30 – 11:30 am

CHAIR MASSAGE Dede Banks is nationally certified in therapeutic massage, has exten-sive experience working with older adults, and can focus on problem-

atic areas. Call 919-968-2070 for ap-pointment. Fee: $10/15 minutes. Gift certificates available. Seymour Center 1st Thurs: Jun 7; Jul 5; Aug 2 (352502) 9:30 am – 1 pm

“FIT FEET” PROGRAMA toenail trimming service by ap-pointment only provided by trained RNs for adults age 55+. All NEW cli-ents must complete an initial health assessment and MUST BRING THEIR DOCTOR’S REFERRAL WITH THEM TO FIRST APPOINTMENT, OR SERVICE WILL BE DENIED! For medical transportation, if necessary, call E-Z rider at 919-968-2772, within the Chapel Hill – Carrboro city limits. In the county, call OPT at 919-245-2008. For a “Fit Feet” appointment, call the Senior Center nearest you. Fee: $12/visit for Orange County res-idents $25/visit for non-residents.Central Orange SC, 919-245-2015 2nd & 4th Wed: Jun 13, 27 (252502-06) 9 am – 4 pm 2nd & 4th Wed: Jul 11, 25 (252502-07) 9 am – 4 pm2nd & 4th Wed: Aug 8, 22 (252502-08) 9 am – 4 pm Seymour Center, 919- 968-2070 1st & 3rd Wed: Jun 6, 20 (352508) 9 am – 4 pm1st & 3rd Wed: Jul 2*, 18 (352508) 9 am – 4 pm 1st & 3rd Wed: Aug 1, 15 (352508) 9 am – 4 pm *1st Mon due to July 4th holiday

MEDICATION MANAGEMENTDo you have questions about your medications? Do you want to know more about Medicare Part D – Pre-scription Drug Coverage? Subsi-dies? Get answers to these and other questions about medications from a pharmacist in your own home, at the Seymour Center, or the Central Orange Senior Center. Call the UNC School of Pharmacy, 919-843-2278, to schedule an appoint-ment. Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Seymour Center

NUTRITION COUNSELING:Do you have questions about what are the best foods to eat to keep you healthy? Lower your cholesterol? Increase your strength? Get an-swers to these and other questions about food and nutrition from a Reg-istered Dietitian in your own home,

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at the Seymour Center, or the Central Orange Senior Center. Please email: [email protected] or call 919-966-7214, the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health – Department of Nutrition, to speak to a licensed nu-tritionist or registered dietitian about your specific concerns. If you are in-terested in more information about Older Adult Nutrition, you can visit the UNC blog – 3 Square Meals. The web address is: http://3squaremealsblog.wordpress.com/Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Seymour Center

PERSONAL TRAINER SERVICES This service is available to all Sey-mour Center Fitness Room Members. Each member is permitted one annual FREE 30-minute Personal Trainer ses-sion in addition to the Fitness Room orientation with the personal train-er. Additional private sessions are available for $25 per 1hr session. All personal trainer sessions are by ap-pointment only made at the Seymour Center front desk. Fee: $25/hour (after first 30-minute free session)Seymour CenterMondays(353595) 8 -11:30 am & 1:30 - 4:30 pm Tues & Thurs (353595) 8 am – 1 pm Fri – dates vary/month(353595) 1:30 - 3:30 pm Sat – dates vary /month(353595) Call for times PHYSICAL FUNCTION SCREENTHIS FREE ASSESSMENT FOR ANY-ONE IS A REQUIREMENT FOR EVERY-ONE BEFORE THE INITIAL USE OF THE FITNESS STUDIO, AND BI-ANNUALLY THEREAFTER, AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER, AND TO GET THE CENTRAL ORANGE SENIOR CENTER’S SPORT-SPLEX MEMBERSHIP RATE. Partici-pants receive recommendations for individual improvements. Do you want to know how you can improve your strength, balance and agility over time, or how your fitness levels com-pare with others your age? A physical therapist will give you a written report with your functioning levels. The as-sessment will take about 45-minutes to complete, including your personal feedback. If you have any questions about the program, contact Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, 919-968-2073. This service is provided in part by the UNC Program on Physi-cal Therapy in the Schools of Allied

Health, a division of the UNC School of Medicine. Call 919-968-2070 for the Seymour Center, and 919-245-2015 for the Central Orange SC for an appoint-ment and to receive your forms.Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Fri, Jun, 8, 15; Jul 13, 20; Aug 10, 17 (252503-1) 9 am – 4 pm Seymour Center Fri, Jun 1, 29; Aug 3 (352506) 9 am – 4 pm

REFLExOLOGYReflexology is the application of pres-sure stretch and movement to the hands and feet. It is designed to effect corresponding parts of the body. It is used primarily for relaxing tension, improved body circulation, revitalizes energy and to promote better health and well-being. From ancient texts, il-lustrations, and artifacts we know of early civilizations who worked on feet as a method for activating the healing powers of the body in order to pro-mote good health. Call the Seymour Center at 919-968-2070 for an appoint-ment. Provider: Vimle Bajpai, Certified Re-flexologistFee: Donations only for 50-minute ap-pointment Seymour Center Fridays(352541) 12 noon – 4 pm

REIKIWould you like to increase your en-ergy and circulation? Relieve stress and pain, or improve sleep? Reiki can help with all of these - and more. It adjusts according to the needs of the recipient while supporting the body’s natural healing abilities and balancing body energy. Dr Oz says Reiki is one of his favorite alternative medicine remedies, and that he and his fam-ily have been using it for years. What should you expect? During a Reiki session the recipient lies comfort-ably and fully clothed on a massage table while listening to soothing mu-sic. This creates a relaxed state while allowing the body to use its natural healing abilities. Call Lorraine Lewis (for the Seymour Center) at 919-967-2215, a Reiki practitioner for 25 years or e-mail: [email protected] . For the Central Orange SC, con-tact Sallie McDevitt at 919-383-3634, a Reiki practitioner for 11 years, or email: [email protected]. Call the Seymour Center 919- 968-2070, or the Central Orange SC 919-245-2015 for an appointment.

Fees: $55/1 hr; $65/1.5 hrs (Seymour Center)$10/15 min, $25/30 min, $35/45 min, $55/1 hr (Central Orange SC)Please note the “no-show” fee policy below.Central Orange SC Mondays (252506) 2: 30 – 4:30 pmSeymour Center 2nd Wed, Tues & Thurs (352564) 12 noon – 5 pm

TELEHEALTH MONITORING Would you like to be able to track your blood pressure, weight and pulse on a weekly basis without having to write anything? You can by participating in this program, a free computer-moni-toring health care system. Participat-ing clients will be screened for risk factors of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The screening includes an-swering health questions and obtain-ing blood pressure, pulse, and weight. Clients are eligible to participate in the kiosk-monitoring program, which will be a self-management program. The Telehealth monitor is made pos-sible by the Carol Woods’ Commu-nity Connections project funded by Duke Endowment. Call Myra Austin on Tues and Fri at Central Orange SC at 919-245-2020, or other times, call 919-968–2073 to schedule your initial appointment.Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Mon – Fri 8 am – 5 pm

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Dede Banks, nationally certified in therapeutic massage has extensive experience working with older adults. Focus on problematic areas, or get a total body massage. Call 919-968-2070 for appointment. Fees: $50/50 minutes; $55/1 hour; $65/ 1.5 hours. Gift certificates are available. Please note the “no-show” fee policy below.Seymour Center (352512) Tues & Thurs 9 am - 2 pm

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGEMichael A Savino, CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist), is a nationally licensed Massage and Therapeutic Bodywork Therapist #00703. Swedish, Shiatsu, and Reiki technique massage. Call 919-967-1043 for information, or to schedule a Sat appointment. Call 919-968-2070 for a weekday appointment. Fees: $55/1 hour; $65/1.5 hours. Please note the “no-show” fee policy.

Seymour Center Mondays(352515) 9 am – 2 pmTues & Thurs evenings(352521) Appointments only

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGEStephanie Nussbaum, nationally cer-tified in therapeutic massage, has ex-tensive experience working with older adults. She can focus on problematic areas, or give a total body massage. It’s your choice! Call 919-245-2015 for an appointment. Fees: $10/15 minutes; $25/30 minutes; $35/45 minutes; and $55/1 hour. Gift certificates are available. Please note the “no-show” fee policy below.Central Orange SC Mondays (252509) 9 am – 2 pm Trager – Gentle Body TherapyLorraine Lewis, certified Trager Practi-tioner, provides one-on-one sessions based on work done by Dr Milton Trager. You will experience greater ease, comfort, joy, mobility (it helps to “oil” the joints), balance and peaceful relaxation in your mind/body/spirit. Call 919-968-2070 for an appointment. Fees: $55/1 hour; $65/1.5 hours. Please note the “no-show” fee policy below.Seymour Center 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (352514) Appointments only Note: “No-Show” Policy for Reiki, Therapeutic Massage and Trager Cli-ents is to collect $20 for a scheduled appointment if it’s not cancelled a minimum of 24 hours before the scheduled time. If proper notice has not been given and/or there is a client “no-show”, the Senior Center will bill the client for expenses. Further ap-pointments will not be allowed until this fee has been received.

TRANSPORTATION CONSULTATIONAre you considering transitioning away from driving? Would you like the option of traveling another way other than your personal automobile? Have you wanted to use a bus or taxi but were afraid to try? Jenny Womack, the Department on Aging’s new oc-cupational therapist, is available for personal consultations on commu-nity mobility. She will work with you to explore resources available in the community for getting around, and help you set up opportunities to try transportation alternatives. Please call the Aging Transitions Helpline, 919-968-2087, to request an appointment with Jenny.

JUNE, JULY, and SEPTEMBER 2012 COURSE SCHEDULE*COURSE JUNE JULY SEPT

Computer Maintenance (W)

File Management (W)

Digital Photography

Exploring Windows 7

Computer Maintenance

Computer Fundamentals

Skype (W)

iPAD (W)

Facebook (W) (2 days)

* Courses meet for 2 hours twice a week for 4 weeks, except as noted. = Available (W) = Workshop

SeniorNet Computer Classes

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Phone: 919-968-2070If you have questions or need assistance with class choices,

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Art Lebo – 919-259-7330Jim McGuire 919-408-8105

www.chapel-hill-seniornet.org

GENERAL INFORMATIONPrerequisites: You must own an IBM-compatible Personal Computer with Windows 98 or higher operat-ing system. If you have little or no experience, your first course should be Computer Fundamentals.Supplies: Students will need to pur-chase, and bring to class, a USB Flash drive.Curriculum: In 3 monthly sessions, courses range from basics to more advanced topics and are tailored to seniors age 50 and above.Schedule: Most courses total 16 hours, with 2 two-hour classes a week for 4 weeks, except as stated in the table that follows. Instruction: Classes enroll 9 stu-dents, each with a computer and a

comprehensive student guide. Ex-perienced teachers, one for every 3 students, provide generous indi-vidual attention. You should plan to practice on a computer at home, about 1 hour/each hour in class.

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COMPUTER MAINTENANCE WORKSHOPRoutine maintenance of your per-sonal computer is vital in keeping your system running smoothly and efficiently. Problems ranging from “not shutting down” to “screen freezes” are more than likely a re-

sult of poor maintenance. The ob-jective of this workshop is to make you aware of what you should be doing on a regular basis to main-tain your computer’s security and improve its overall performance and efficiency. Class fee $15

FILE MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP The purpose of this workshop is to help you become more self-suffi-cient in managing the information you choose to save on your Person-al Computer. It guides you through practice exercises that use features of the operating system designed to create and organize “folders” that hold the information you pro-duce or obtain from other sources. This will help you get started re-organizing your personal files and folders so that they are easier to locate and access. The skills prac-ticed in this workshop are appli-cable to every task you perform on your computer. Class fee: $15.

SEPTEMBER COURSES

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY USING PICASAA hands-on course that introduces the student to digital photography and to Picasa software. You will learn how to operate your camera, practice tips for taking good pic-tures, move around the Seymour Center to practice taking better pictures, and import your digital photos from your camera into the computer. You will learn basic and creative image composition us-ing your camera. Then we will do some basic image editing, storing, e-mailing pictures and printing us-ing just a small part of Picasa’s ca-pabilities. (The full Picasa course, “Organizing, Editing & Sharing Photos Using Picasa”, offered regu-larly, covers nearly all Picasa fea-tures.) Making back-up copies of your photos will also be part of this course. Please bring your camera, with its battery charged, you cam-era manual, and the cable that con-nects your camera to a computer to class. Prerequisites: Students must have a digital camera and have a working knowledge of using Win-dows. Class fee: $40

ExPLORING WINDOWS 7This eight-session course will intro-duce the student to Microsoft’s Win-dows 7 Operating System. The stu-dent will be introduced to the basics of the Windows 7 desktop, Task Bar,


JUNE SESSION: J1A-CM Computer Maintenace (W) (359010-03) Thurs (Jun 21) 9 am – 12 noon

JULY SESSION: J1A-FM File Management (W) (359001-03) Thurs (Jul 19) 9 am – 12 noon

SEPTEMBER SESSION: Sept 10 - Oct 5S1A-DP Digital Photography (359032-07) Mon/Wed 9 -11 amS1B-W7 Exploring Windows 7 (359054-06) Mon/Wed 1- 3 pmS1C-CM Computer Maintenance (359010-07) Tues/Thurs 9 -11 amS1D-CF Computer Fundamentals (359000-04) Tues/Thurs 1- 3 pmS1E-SK Skype (W) (359004-03) Fri (Sept 7) 9 am – 12 noonS1F-IP iPad (W) (359050-02) Fri (Sept 14) 9 am – 12 noonS1G-FB Facebook (W) (359008-05) Fri (Sept 21 & 28) 9 am – 12 noon

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Course Fee: 8-16 hr classes - $40; 4-6 hr classes - $25; workshops - $15, unless otherwise noted.

Payment – Credit card or by check, payable to “OCDOA” (Orange County Dept. on Aging). Payment is due at registration. Without the continuing support of the Orange County Department on Aging and the Seymour Center, this program would not be possible.

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the Start menu, how to find and launch a program and use the Help features. The student will learn the basics of file management using the new Windows Explorer, as well as, system mainte-nance and backup tools built into the Windows 7 Operating System. Prereq-uisites: Student should be familiar with using a mouse and have some confi-dence using a computer. Class fee: $40.

COMPUTER MAINTENANCEThe objective of this course is to make you aware of what things you should be doing on a regular basis to maintain your computer’s security and improve its overall performance and efficiency. You will learn how to protect your computer from various threats including: viruses, identity theft, spam, and spyware. You will learn how to use computer mainte-nance tools and how to back-up your personal data files. Class fee: $40

COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS Gives the beginner, or person with limited experience, the basic con-cepts, skills and tools; such as: ter-minology, using the “mouse” profi-ciently, and mastery of the keyboard. You also receive a general grounding in word processing and a brief intro-duction to the internet and e-mail. Class fee: $40

SKYPE WORKSHOPSkype is a very popular way to stay in touch with your loved ones! Skype is a free program that lets you make voice and video calls and chats over the Internet using your computer’s web camera and microphone. Calls to other Skype users are free, and calls to both traditional landline telephones and mobile phones can be made for a fee. Skype has recently added instant messaging, file transfer, and video-conferencing. Skype has 929 million registered users as of September 2011. In this workshop you will learn how to set up a Skype on your com-puter and connect with family and friends. Bring to class: If your PC lap-top has a web camera and a wireless adapter, bring it to class and you will have Skype up and running when the workshop ends. Otherwise, use our desktop computers. Class Fee $15.

IPAD/ITUNES/ICLOUD WORKSHOPThis workshop will answer the ques-tions: “How do I use the iPad and how does it relate to iTunes and iCloud?” You will be introduced to the stan-dard applications as well as some highly recommended apps for the

iPad. Class fee $15INTRODUCTION TO FACEBOOK WORKSHOPFacebook is used and enjoyed by people of all ages. Facebook pro-vides easy ways to exchange com-munication with friends and family. You will learn how to view and post your own photos, video, and mes-sages. You will learn about posting on friends’ “Wall“, “Commenting” on friends’ pictures, and real-time Chat. Personal security recommendations are also covered. Class fee: $15.

SUPPORT GROUPSALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) GROUP - FOR SENIORSThe Late Bloomers meeting of Alco-holics Anonymous (AA) is intended to help seniors explore their drinking difficulties in an understanding envi-ronment that relies on AA’s proven 12-step approach. Particular attention will be given to the early phases of recovery. This is an open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous that non-alco-holic people may attend.Seymour Center (357070)Wednesdays 3 pm

ARTHRITIS - CHAPEL HILL ARTHRITIS EDUCATION NETWORKFamily members, friends, and people with arthritis are welcome to come and participate in this monthly sup-port group. For information, call Cindy Johnson, 919-544-2021, or Pat Kropp, 919-967-6081.Seymour Center (354056) 2nd Tues: Jun 12; Jul 10; Aug 14 7 – 8:30 pm

DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUPSMeet with other caregivers to share experiences, learn new skills, and to get answers to questions about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Group is open, friendly and informal. Reservations are not required. Supervised activities will be available for caregivers’ loved ones during group time with a reservation 24 hours in advance. For information and reservations, call 919-968-2087. Central Orange SC (255005-1) 1st Tues: Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 4 – 5:30 pmSeymour Center (352754)3rd Thurs: Jun 21; Jul 19; Aug 16

4 - 5:30 pmHEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF CHAPEL HILL Call Ruth Miller, 919-622-8467.

LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE WITH CHRONIC DISEASES SUPPORT GROUPAny person, or family member, with a Chronic Disease is welcome to join the group, and is encouraged to participate in the 6-week “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Condi-tions” course taught quarterly at the Seymour Center. See the Wellness – Special Events section for additional information, or call Dorothy Ander-son at 919-933-1306.Seymour Center (352772) 1st Tues: Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 1 - 2 pm

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUPFor more info contact Carol Tickle at 919-643-2620.Seymour Center (352777)1st Tues: Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 10 am

MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT COUPLES SUPPORT GROUPThis support group is for people who have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or dementia, and have insight. The purpose of the group is to enable individuals and their spouses to share their experi-ences with mild cognitive losses in an accepting and supportive environ-ment. For new membership, or more information, contact Pam Tillett, Or-ange County Department on Aging, at 919-968-2084. Seymour Center (352767)Every other Friday 10:30 am – 12 noon

NAMI ORANGE COUNTY SUPPORT GROUP This group is a structured, interactive support group open to family mem-bers and friends of adults with a men-tal illness. To sign up for the group, or for more information, contact Kay Maltbie at 919-402-1630 or [email protected] group is sponsored by NAMI (Na-tional Alliance on Mental Illness) Or-ange County. More information about NAMI Orange County is available at www.NAMIOrange.orgSeymour Center (357009)2nd and 4th Tues: Jun 12, 26; Jul 10, 24; Aug 14, 286:30 – 9 pm

PARKINSON’S DISEASE CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUPJoin family and friends who care for people with Parkinson’s disease in this support group. Share your ex-periences and learn new skills. Fa-cilitated by UNC-CH Dept of Neurol-ogy. For information, contact: Lindsay Penny Prizer, MSW, P-LCSW Group Coordinator & Clinical Social Worker, National Parkinson’s Foundation Cen-ter of Excellence Movement Disor-ders Center, UNC-CH Department of Neurology 919-843-1657, or visit the website: www.chapelhillparkinsons.weebly.com Seymour Center (352851)1st Tues: Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 12:30 – 1:30 pm

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Open to both the person with Parkin-son’s and/or the caregiver. Lunch is served at 12 noon before the meeting. Get a ticket at the center as it is served on a first come, first served basis. No registration is needed for the group.Seymour Center (352879) 1st Tues: Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 1:30 - 3 pmCentral Orange SC (255004-1)4th Wed: Jun 27; Jul 25; Aug 22 11 am – 12 noon

PULMONARY HYPERTENSION (PH)PH Association Requests: Patients, family members, friends, and anyone who would like to learn more about this disease are welcome to come and participate in this quarterly meeting. For information, call Teresa Remaley, Accredo RN, BSN at 1-336-501-8175. Seymour Center (352833) Sat, Jun 16; Aug 25 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Contact Kelly O’Brien at 919-966-2029UNC Wellness Center @ Meadowmont 2nd Wed: Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 8 1 pm

TRIANGLE APHASIA PROJECT, UNLIMITEDContact Maura English Silverman, MS, CCC/SLP, Founder and Senior Ad-visor for the support group by calling 919-800-8047 or visiting the web site at www.asphasiaproject.orgSeymour Center (352753)Tuesdays 12:30 -1:30 pm

ART CLASSES ACRYLIC PAINTINGLearn to paint with acrylics. Instructor/Artist Peggy Lee Mead uses acrylics to create murals. She graduated cum laude with a BA in Fine Arts from California State University at Long Beach. Instructor: Peggy Lee MeadFee: $40 per sessionCentral Orange SC Session I: Mon, Jun 11 – Jul 2 (254008-06) 2:30 – 4:30 pmSession II: Mon, Aug 6 - 27 (254008-07) 2:30 – 4:30 pm

ART FOR JOYNew! Come to this Saturday play shop to loosen up your creative vi-sioning. We will engage in several methods to find the “artist within”. We will make some large abstract sketches, using 18 in by 24 in paper, charcoal, pencils, markers and cray-ons. This larger size frees the mind and body, so that we may discover new artistic material within our-selves. Open to all levels of talent from none to professional. If you like, bring a journal, smaller draw-ing paper, collage items or your fa-vorite drawing tools. Instructor: Barbara Janeway has taught drawing for many years and is engaged in the image finding process through daily sketching. She currently exhibits her work at The Joyful Jewel in Pittsboro. Fee: $10Seymour CenterSat, Jun 16(314001-02) 10 am – 12 noon ARTISTS TOGETHER: OPEN ART WALK-IN STUDIOOpen Art Walk-In Studio is a unique opportunity designed for artists to drop in for a little extra time to work on specific projects, to encourage mastery of skills and to have social interaction with other artists. The studio is open to artists of all media types. Newcomers are welcome. You will need to bring your own supplies. No formal instruction.Seymour CenterTuesdays(357061) 9 - 11 am

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTINGFocus will be on techniques to paint flowers, birds, landscapes or other subjects that interest the students. Classes are for all levels from be-ginners to experienced artists. Please bring the following supplies: a pad of newsprint, small bottle of black ink, set of water colors, an ink stone or small dish for the ink, a plastic container for water, and me-dium and small brushes. Brushes from China and rice paper may be purchased from the instructor. In-structor: Jinxiu Alice Zhao studied Chinese Brush Painting for 20 years in Hubei Province, China.Fee: $80 per session (8 weeks) Seymour CenterWed, Jun 20 – Aug 8 (354007-02) 3:30 - 5 pmTues, Aug 14 - Oct 2 (354007-03) 2:30 – 4 pm

DRAWING (BASIC) If you have a desire to draw, art-ist Frank Dalimonte can teach you. You will learn to draw basic shapes, perspective, and shading. You will need to bring a drawing pad and#2 pencils to class. Instructor: Frank Dalimonte stud-ied at the Univ of Buffalo, National Gallery of Fine Art in London, and the Louvre in Paris. (His web site is www.franksart.mysite.com) Fee: $40 per session (plus supplies)Central Orange SCSession I: Tues, Jun 5 - 26 (254021-01) 10 am – 12 noon Session II: Tues, Jun 5 - 26 (254021-02) 1 – 3 pmSession III: Tues, Aug 7 - 28(254021-03) 10 am – 12 noonSession IV: Tues, Aug 7 - 28(254021-04) 1 – 3 pm OIL PAINTING – BEGINNING Class is a general introduction to art history, including historical styles/schools of classical, realism, impressionism, expressionism, modern and contemporary. Stu-dents will discuss how to stretch a canvas. Class will begin with still life sketching followed by learning to paint still lifes, landscapes and portraits. Instructor: David Sovero, local art-ist, teacher, musician and owner of Sovero Art Gallery in Hillsborough. (www.soveroart.com) Fee: $60 per session (6 weeks)

Central Orange SCSession I: Tues, May 8 – Jun 12 (254014-05) 2 – 4 pm or Thurs, May 10 – Jun 14 9 - 11 am Session II: Tues, Jun 19 – Jul 24 (254014-06) 2 – 4 pm or Thurs, Jun 21 – Jul 26 9 - 11 amor Tues, Jul 31 – Sept 4(254014-07) 2 – 4 pm or Thurs, Aug 2 - Sept 6 9 - 11 amSeymour CenterSession I: Mon or Fri, Jun 4 - Jul 13 (354002-06) 10 am – 12 noon Session II: Mon or Fri, Jul 16 – Aug 24(354002-07) 10 am – 12 noonSession III: Mon or Fri, Aug 27 - Oct 5(354002-08) 10 am – 12 noon OPEN STUDIO FOR ARTISTSThis is an open studio time when artists may bring their current proj-ects to work along side other art-ists. Why work alone? Just bring your own supplies to paint or draw and enjoy the company of others. No formal instruction. Central Orange SC Mondays (254009-01) 10 – 11:30 am

PASTEL PAINTING - BASICEnjoy some of the techniques of pastel painting that made Degas famous. Materials list is available at the Seymour Center’s front desk. Instructor: Herb Slapo is a member of the Pastel Society of America and long-time pastel instructorFee: $48 (6 weeks for session I) and $40 (5 weeks for session II)Seymour Center Session I: Mon, May 21 – Jun 25 (354008-11) 1 – 3 pmSession II: Mon, Jul 2-30(354008-01) 1 – 3 pm

WATERCOLOR - ADVANCEDSince this is an advanced level class, the instructor determines ad-mission to class. Contact the center for additional information. Instructor: Luna Lee RayFee: $40 Central Orange SC Thurs, Jul 5 - 26(254010-07) 1:30 – 3:30 pmThurs, Aug 2 – 23(254010-08) 1:30 – 3:30 pm

CRAFT CLASSESAPRON ART Time for another cookout this sum-mer! Cook in style while wearing your own personalized apron. This class will offer lots of ideas to make your apron one of a kind.Instructor: Cydnee SimsFee: FREESeymour CenterFri, Jun 29 (334001) 1 – 3 pm

BOBBIN LACE MAKINGNewcomers are always welcome. Some instruction is available, as are supply resources. Contact: Jan-ice Tyler at 919-968 207I, or [email protected] Center Daytime group meets on 1st & 3rd Mon (356004) 11 am – 1 pm Evening Group meets on occasion-al Thurs (356019) 7– 9 pm

COLLAGE ON CANVASCome learn the art of collage on canvas. Using a variety of different materials, including acrylic paints, we will learn to paint and then col-lage on a framed canvas.Call the center to register by Jun 14.Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: $35 (includes all materials)Central Orange SC Thurs, Jun 21(243003-01) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

CRAFTSJoin others for a morning out as you create useful and special crafts. Call the center for information and to register.Fee: FREE (plus supplies)Central Orange SCMon & Thurs(254017-01) 9:30 – 11:30 am

CREATIVE CRAFTERSCome and discover your creative side. Jewelry making will con-tinue to be offered every Tues and Thurs. Don’t miss out! Come out for a good time with our crafters!! Instructor: Helen Frederick Fee: FREE (plus supplies)Seymour Center (354018)

Chain JewelryTues & Thurs, Jun 5 - 28 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

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Brown Paper Art JewelryTues & Thurs, Aug 2 - 30 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

CROCHETING - BEGINNINGWould you like to learn the basics of crocheting? Even if you know how to crochet, this group could also work on service projects.Instructor: Joan BrownFee: FREE (plus supplies)Central Orange SCSession I: Mon, Jun 4 - 25(257031-06) 10 – 11 amSession II: Mon, Jul 2 - 30 (257031-07) 10 – 11 am Session II: Mon, Aug 6 - 27 (257031-08) 10 – 11 am FANTASTIC FRIDAYS - CRAFT LOVERS PARADISEThis will be the last “Fantastic Fridays” series!! Don’t miss out on the fun! Join other crafters for 3 more Fridays with Helen Frederick to learn unique crafts. Classes will focus on a specific and quick project that will be completed in a short time frame. Instructor: Helen Frederick Fee: FREE Seymour Center (324055)

BASKETS, RIBBONS AND FLORALSAdd a special touch to your décor. Come and embellish a wicker bas-ket that can be used as a magazine holder, for your favorite snacks, or for other organizing needs. Fri, Jun 8 1 - 3 pm

STRAIGHT FROM YOUR CLOSET Dig out a skirt, blouse, or canvas shoes for this craft with a twist. Bring in a clothing item of your choice that needs a little pizzazz!! There’s nothing like a before and after creation. Come out and see what we can do to give your cloth-ing a new look.Fri, Jun 15 1 – 3 pm

STRAW HATS – The sun is shining! The best way to stay cool this sum-mer is to put on your straw hats. However, make them a little fancy by exploring different ways to do it. Fri, Jun 22 1 - 3 pm

JAPANESE EMBROIDERY Come and learn this specialized art form! Traditional Japanese Embroidery is 1,600 years old and only came to the US in 1985. Learning this specialized art can take up to 10 years to complete. The embroidery is done with silk filaments from a cocoon and metal threads on silk fabric. Some pieces have superimposed embroidery (embroidery over embroidery). Motifs are usually flowers, birds, and sometimes human figures. Instructor: Pam Reading, certified instructor by Kurenai Kai in Atlanta, GA. Contact her at 919- 815-2249 or [email protected] for information on the materials you’ll need.Fee: $75, plus materials fee per ses-sion.Seymour CenterSat & Sun, Jun 9 & 10(353050-05) 9 am – 3:30 pmSat & Sun Aug 18 & 19 9am – 3:30 pm

JEWELRY MAKINGCool off and spend an afternoon with friends making beautiful original beaded jewlery. You will complete a jewelry set during each session, which will include a matching necklace, bracelet, and pair of earrings.Instructor: Kayla ZaragozaFee: FREE (plus supplies purchased from instructor, or on your own) Central Orange SCSession I: Thurs, Jun 7 – 21 (244005-06) 4 – 5:30 pmSession II: Thurs, Aug 9 – 23 (244005-08) 4 – 5:30 pm

KNITTING WITH KAI MEINew! If you are interested in learning how to knit, join Kai Mei for basic knit-ting and purl sessions that will include varied techniques and projects. No experience necessary. You will need to bring knitting needles and yarn. If you have questions, before the classes, contact Kai Mei at 919-960-7690.Fee: FREESeymour Center 1st & 3rd Thurs, Jun 7, 21; Jul 5, 19; Aug 2, 16 (324067-01) 2 – 3 pm

LEATHERWORKS - BEGINNINGAs a beginner, you will create your own leather key chain and/or coast-ers. Once you complete this class, you will be able to join our advanced leatherworks one to make your own belt, wallet, or handbag. Limited to 8 students. Instructor: Sam TruaxFee: FREE,Central Orange SC Session I: Wed, Jun 6 - 27 (234000-06) 9 – 11 am

Session II: Wed, Jul 11 - 25 (234000-07) 9 – 11 amSession III: Wed, Aug 1 - 29 (234000-08) 9 – 11 am

OPEN STUDIO WITH SANDRAThis open studio is for those currently enrolled in one of the Thursday night classes taught by Sandra Smith. This time allows you to continue working on your project with the instructor available to assist and answer any questions.Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: FREECentral Orange SC Fridays(251019-01) 2 – 4 pm

PICK-UP STICKS QUILT TOPCome learn this easy method of mak-ing a pick-up sticks lap quilt top. Be warned, it can become addictive! Last day to register is Jul 26. Contact the center for additional information.Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: $35 (All materials included)Central Orange SC Thurs, Aug 2 & 9 (234004-01) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

QUILTINGWork on your own, or group, project. No experience necessary. If you’ve never quilted before, others will help you get started. Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Tuesdays (257011-1) 10 am – 1 pm

SALTED WATERCOLORYou will create a unique piece of art-work using watercolor as the back-ground. This is a simple technique, and you don’t have to know how to paint! Last day to register is Aug 9.Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: $35 Central Orange SC Thurs, Aug 16 (243023-01) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

SEWING CIRCLEJoin Gloria Maisner and friends for an afternoon of sewing and conver-sation. Bring your current projects, share ideas, stitch a while - but most of all, have fun!Fee: FREESeymour Center Mondays(357038) 1 – 2:30 pm

SPLASH WITH ACRYLICSHave you ever thought of trying Acryl-ics, but were afraid it was too hard?

Think again and come join us hav-ing fun splashing around with acrylic paints. We will play with different techniques of applying paints to pa-per including dripping, splashing, and stamping. You will complete your own piece of artwork to display. Contact the center for additional information. Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: $35 (All materials included)Central Orange SC Thurs, Jul 26 (243024-01) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

SPLASH WITH WATERCOLORYou don’t have to be an artist to en-joy this class. You will use different techniques of applying paints to pa-per including dripping, splashing, and stamping. You will have a unique piece of artwork to show off!Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: $35Central Orange SC Thurs, Jun 28 (234025-01) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

STITCH AND FLIP LAP QUILTCome join us to learn the easiest method to make a crazy quilt. Be warned it can become addictive! We will make a lap quilt in two sessions. All materials provided. Instructor: Sandra L. SmithFee: $35 per sessionCentral Orange SCSession I: Thurs, Jul 12 & 19 (224006-03) 6:30 - 8:30 pmSession II: Thurs, Aug 23 & 30 (224006-04) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

T- SHIRT PHOTO FUNDo you want to personalize a T-shirt with a picture of your grandchildren or favorite pet? Bring your picture the last week of May to the craft class and give it to the instructor, Helen Freder-ick, for scanning. They will be returned the day of our project. In addition, bring a white or a light pastel color T-shirt to class. Instructor: Ella CrawfordFee: FREESeymour CenterFri, Jun 1 (334002) 1 – 3 pm

WATERCOLOR QUILT TOPCome join us and learn this easy method of making a watercolor quilt pillow top. The name comes from the beautiful display of color used in the pattern. Last day to register is May 31.Instructor: Sandra SmithFee: $35 Central Orange SC Thurs, Jun 7 & 14 (234006-01) 6:30 – 8:30 pm

POTTERY CLASSESPOTTERYPottery instruction will resume in September. Open studio will be held for those students who have been in previous classes. Open StudioFee: $5 per weekCentral Orange SC (251002)Mondays 1 - 4 pm & 5:30 – 8:30 pmFridays 1 – 4 pm

BRIDGE GAMES CONTRACT BRIDGENewcomers are always welcome. Central Orange SCMon & Wed(257004-1) 1 – 4 pm

DUPLICATE BRIDGEFriday Afternoon Duplicate Bridge game directors, Ruth and Paul Schwenke offer a Novice Duplicate Bridge game for players with fewer than 50 Master Points, in addition to the regular Duplicate Bridge one. You do not need to be an ACBL member to play. The Novice game will be separate from the open one, but please come at least 20 minutes early the first time. Partners are not needed for either game. For questions call 919-933-1474, or [email protected]: Ruth and Paul Schwenke, Bronze Life MastersFee: $6Seymour CenterFridays (351015) 1 pm

MORNING BRIDGE GAME Practice what you have learned! Re-learn what you have forgotten! Ask questions! Discuss hands! Come with a partner, improve your bidding, play, meet friends, and have fun. A small fee will be charged. (Note: If you need a partner, contact Harrison Brooke at least a week ahead of time so he can announce it.)Director: Harrison Brooke, ACBL accredited teacher, certified direc-tor and gold life master. For ques-tions, contact him at 919-489-0210, or [email protected] (preferred)Seymour CenterMondays(351002) 9:15 am – 12 noon

SARAH WEST SOCIAL CONTRACT PROGRESSIVE BRIDGEThis is a friendly game of bridge with a group that has been playing for more than 20 years. New players are always welcome. Fee: FREESeymour CenterWed & Fri(351012) 1 – 5 pm SOCIAL BRIDGEEnjoy an afternoon of social bridge. Newcomers are always welcome. Fee: FREESeymour Center Mondays (351003) 1 – 4 pmSaturdays (Bring your lunch) 10 am – 1:45 pm

OTHER GAMESCANASTALeader: June Weatherley, 919-968-3990Seymour Center Thursdays(351013) 1 – 4 pm

DOMINOESJoin us for a morning of dominoes and other games. Central Orange SC Mon – Fri(251000) 10 am -12 noon 1 – 4 pmSeymour Center Mon – Fri(351021) 10 am – 3:30 pm

GAME DAYBring a friend and play table games or cards. We are currently looking for Spades players. Seymour Center Wednesdays(351009) 1 – 3 pm

GAMESCome alone or bring a friend, and enjoy a variety of games.Central Orange SCMon – Fri(251001) 9 – 11 am

HAND AND FOOT CARD GAME This card game is a form of canasta. If you like to play, come join this on-going group.Central Orange SCMon - Fri(251017) 1 – 4 pm

MAH JONGThis ancient Chinese game is chal-lenging and fun. Leader: Rebecca Hause, 919-942-5703Central Orange SCThursdays(257005-2) 7 pmFridays (257005-1) 12 noon – 4:30 pmSeymour CenterMondays (351001) 12:30 – 5 pmCall the Seymour Center, or Rebecca Hauser at 919-942-5703 (preferably during the evenings), to sign up to play on Monday afternoons.

ROOKIf you need to brush up, or if you’ve never played before, call 919-245-2015 and let us know you’re com-ing. We’ll teach you how the game is played. Central Orange SCFridays(257007) 9:30 – 11:30 am

RUMMIKUBJoin us for a new twist on rummy. If you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you. Contact the center at 919-245-2015 for more information.Central Orange SCMon – Fri(257008) 9 – 11:30 am SCRABBLE CLUBThe group is open and friendly. Just show up and enjoy an afternoon of playing scrabble and meeting new friends.Central Orange SC Tuesdays(257009) 1 – 5 pmSeymour Center Tuesdays(351005) 1 – 5 pm

VARIOUS CARD GAMESBid Whist, Spades – What’s your game? Come join a table, or start one.Seymour Center Tues – Fri(351010) 2 – 5 pm

LANGUAGECLASSESENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CONVERSATION LABClass helps adult non-fluent English speaking people improve their com-prehension of written and spoken English. It will help participants be-come more self-sufficient, informed and active in the community. Con-tact Orange County Literacy Council at 919-933-2151, or www.orangeliteracy.org for more information.Fee: FREESeymour Center Tuesdays (354066) 9 am – 12 noon

SPANISH (LEVEL I) This class is an introduction to Spanish. It will include beginning conversational practice and vocabu-lary - including proper pronuncia-tion and alphabet, basic greetings, family, numbers, and calendar con-cepts - if time permits.Instructor: Maureen MartinCentral Orange SCWill resume in the fall

SPANISH (LEVEL II)For those who have completed Level I, this class will continue to develop your conversational abilities. Topics include: pass times, arranging activities, the house and yard, foods and restaurants. Instructor: Maureen MartinCentral Orange SCWill resume in the fall

SPANISH (LEVEL IV) - ADVANCEDFor those who have completed Level III at the Seymour Center, or several years of classes elsewhere. Class includes conversation, gram-mar, reading and writing, and is conducted entirely in Spanish.Instructor: Staff of CHICLE (Chapel Hill Institute for Cultural and Lan-guage Education)Seymour Center Will resume in the fall

SPANISH - EARLY INTERMEDIATEFor people who have taken Level I at the Seymour Center, or have had previous experience in another class.Seymour CenterWill resume in the fall

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SPANISH (LEVEL I) - INTRODUCTION This is an introductory class designed for people with no previous experi-ence in Spanish.Seymour CenterWill resume in the fall

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESPlease remember to register for class-es. Call the Seymour Center at 919-968-2070 and the Central Orange SC at 919-245-2015.

AARP - WE NEED TO TALK (WNTT)How do you know when it’s time for your loved one to limit or stop driv-ing? It’s a tough subject for most families, but it’s a serious matter. Now there’s help. AARP offers a free course, “We Need to Talk”, which will help you determine how to assess your loved ones’ driving skills, and provide information to help you have this important conversation. Call 919-968-2070 to register.Instructor: Ursula Capewell, MSN, RN, AARP DSP District CoordinatorFee: FREESeymour CenterThurs, Jul 5(354081-02) 10 am – 12 noon

BIRD WATCHING - MULTI-FACETED PROGRAM New! Want to learn more about the waterfowl and songbirds that share the pond, rest under parked cars, nest on the bank and over the Sportsplex’s doorway? The Central Orange Senior Center is launching a Bird Watching Program comprised of bird talks, bird feeders, and a “What Did You See” bulletin board to promote learning and community with our feathered neighbors. Great volunteer opportu-nities.

SUMMER BIRD TALKS AT CENTRAL ORANGE SC:

Bluebirds – John and Karen MacAulay. How to attract bluebirds to your yard, and many interesting facts about these beautiful birds.Tues, Jun 5(234010-07) 2:30 pm

Waterfowl on the Pond – John and Karen MacAulayShould we be feeding the ducks? What’s the story with Canada geese? Do our ducks and geese mi-grate? And much more -Tues, July 24 (234010-06) 2:30 pm

Hummingbirds – Alan MillerAttracting hummingbirds to your yard; varieties local and world wide; Migration, nesting habits - and much more.Tues, Aug 14(234010-08) 2:30 pm

CARFIT PROGRAMMark your calendars for Sat, May 19 when the Aging Transitions Team will sponsor a CarFit™ event in the parking lot of the Seymour Center. CarFit™ is a joint venture of the AARP, AAA Traffic Safety Foundation and the American Occupational Therapy Asso-ciation. It is a drive-through service in which the “fit” between car and driver is assessed using a 12-point standard-ized checklist. The driver is provided information about their fit within their specific vehicle and management of its features. The entire assessment takes approximately 20 minutes and is free of charge. Call 919-968-2070 to register.Fee: FREESession Leader: Jenny Womack, Occu-pational Therapist and Certified Com-munity Mobility Specialist.Seymour CenterSat, May 19 10 am – 1 pm

ESTATE PLANNING WORKSHOPSThe Orange County Center of NC Co-Operative Extension, and the Orange County Department on Aging are co-sponsoring a two-part workshop series on Estate Planning. Please register for one set of the following sessions:

Hillsborough Workshops: Presenter will be Ms Beth Tillman, Attorney-at Law. Ms Tillman will cover the follow-ing topics:

Thurs, Jun 7 - Planning for Incapac-ity: Includes Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney for Finances, and Living Trusts

Thurs, Jun 28 - Final Wishes for Yourself and Your Property: In-cludes Wills, Living Trusts, Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Organ Donation, Disposition of Re-mains, and Planning Your Digital Afterlife (What happens to your on-line presence when you die?)Registration deadline - Thurs, May 31 Call 919-245-2015Central Orange SC (230010-01)Thurs, Jun 7 & 28 2 – 4 pm

Chapel Hill Workshops: Presenter will be Mr Steve Lackey, Attorney-at-Law. Mr Lackey will cover the following topics:

Wed, Jun 20 - Who’s in Charge: Includes Financial Powers of At-torney, Retirement Benefits, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Long Term Health Care, and Living Wills

Wed, Jun 27 - Transferring Property by Gift, During Life and Beyond: Wills including Lifetime Gifts, Trusts, Joint Property, Beneficiary Designations, and Transfer TaxesRegistration deadline - Wed, Jun 13 Call 919-968-2070Seymour Center (333000-04)Wed, Jun 20 & 27 2 – 4 pm

ExERCISES FOR THE BRAIN Looking for a person to lead this group. If you are interested in New York Times’ Puzzles - and more, please contact Cydnee Sims at 919-969-3025. Anecdotal evidence indicates that do-ing word puzzles and mental exercises may be beneficial in warding off the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and de-mentia. This course will give students strategies for solving crossword and other word puzzles. Much time will be spent doing New York Times cross-words of varying difficulty, all with the goal of keeping the brain limber. Class was held on Fridays, from 10 am until 12 noon, however, a new schedule is welcome.Seymour Center

FOREVER AFFORDABLE: INFORMATION ABOUT AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN OUR COMMUNITY Did you know that there is affordable housing in neighborhoods like Mead-owmont? There is - thanks to the work of the Community Home Trust, a local nonprofit that sells affordable homes to lower income families and indi-viduals in Orange County. Come meet the Home Trust’s Executive Director, Robert Dowling, and learn about the agency’s good work and how you can support it. Coffee and bagels will be provided. For more information about the Home Trust, visit www.communityhometrust.orgPresenter: Robert DowlingFee: FREE Seymour Center Wed, Aug 15 (353098-01) 10 – 11 am

GUIDED AUTOBIOGRAPHY WORKSHOPThis workshop includes 4 two-hour sessions. Each meeting includes in-struction on writing an autobiography, some tools and perspectives to help inspire your writing, and time to meet in small groups to share your writing. Each week you will be asked to write two pages on a significant theme in your life history. We will provide prim-ing questions to help you think about the theme you are exploring. This is an opportunity to discover where you have been, where you are, and where you are going. Please bring a note-book and writing instruments. Instructor: Christina LombardFee: $15 per session Seymour Center Wed, Jun 6 - 27 (324051-02) 2 – 4 pm

HOW TO BE A STORYTELLERRita Berman, author of “Still Hopping, Still Hoping,” will introduce the basics of storytelling, explain the difference between writing and telling stories, and provide handouts. Carla Shuford will tell some of her stories. Class par-ticipants are encouraged to create and tell a story to receive feedback from the group. Enrollment limited to 10. Need 3 people for this class to take place. Instructor: Rita Berman Fee: FREESeymour Center (334058)3rd Wed, Jun 20; Jul 18; Aug 15 2 - 3 pm

INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL NETWORKINGInterested in Facebook, Twitter or other social media? This class will explain the ways social media can be used and introduce you to some options for staying connected. If you have a laptop computer, please bring it to class. Be sure to check out our social networking lab.Fee: FREECentral Orange SCWed, Jun 20(254028-06) 1 – 2 pmWed, Jul 18(254028-07) 1 – 2 pmWed, Aug 15(254028-08) 1 – 2 pm

JOINT PROTECTION FOR ARTHRITIS IN THE HANDS AND SHOULDERSThis one-hour session will cover typical changes in the hands and arms that occur with osteoarthri-tis, and how the ways in which you carry out daily routines can help protect the integrity and function of your joints. Participants will practice using basic adaptive tools and strat-egies to prevent joint deformity. Call 919-968-2070 to register. Maximum: 10 participantsInstructor: Jenny Womack MS, OTR/LFee: FREECentral Orange SCWed, Jun 6(234011-01) 10 – 11 amSeymour CenterWed, Jun 20 (334029) 10 - 11 am

PEST MANAGEMENT 101Household pests can be both a problem and an opportunity for mankind. However, most of us con-sider pests to be a problem when they invade our interior living space. “Pest Management 101” will intro-duce participants to basic pest man-agement principles, and ways to de-prive pests of the essentials needed to survive. Common household pests such as ants, roaches, pantry pests, and moths will be discussed. Registration deadline is Mon, Jul 9.Instructor: Deborah TaylorFee: FREESeymour CenterMon, Jul 16(334003) 10 - 11 am

RETIREMENT FOR BOOMERS AND RETIREESIt’s never too late or too early to learn about growing your money. Join us for this series led by Jane Clark, Fi-nancial Advisor with Edward Jones. Maximum: 15 participantsNote: Tues sessions will be held at the Seymour Center from 5:30 – 7 pm, and Thurs sessions will be held at the Central Orange SC from 4 – 5:30 pm.

Tues, Jun 5 & Thurs, Jul 12Foundations of Investing – The ba-sics of portfolio balance and diver-sification.

Tues, Jun 12 & Thurs, Jul 19Fixed Retirement Income – The three basic types of income: variable, reli-able, and rising

Tues, Jun 19 & Thurs, Jul 26 Growth in Retirement Income – the importance of having your portfolio grow during retirement years

Tues, Jun 26 & Thurs, Aug 2Stocks, Bonds & Mutual Funds – Various types of investment security

Tues, Jul 10 & Thurs, Aug 9 Planning Forever – Estate Planning and Trusts

Tues, Jul 17 & Thurs, Aug 16 Wrap-up Session – Where do you go from here?

Instructor: Jane ClarkMaterial Fee: $15 payable to the in-structor at the first classCentral Orange SC Thurs, Jul 12 – Aug 16 (254003-01) 4 – 5:30 pmSeymour CenterTues, Jun 5 – Jul 17(334004) 5:30 – 7 pm(No session Jul 3 due to Holiday) Social Networking LabIf you have a laptop, or smart cell phone (phone that has apps), join us for a lesson on social networking. If you don’t have a laptop and are interested in social networking, be sure to check out our “Introduction to Social Networking” class.Fee: FREECentral Orange SCWed, Jun 20(254029-06) 2 – 3 pmWed, Jul 18(254029-07) 2 – 3 pm Wed, Aug 15(254029-08) 2 – 3 pm

STAYING HOME, SWEET HOMEDo you hope to continue living where you are the rest of your life-time, but have some concerns as to whether or not your environment will work for you and/or your sig-nificant other as you age? Come explore options to consider when aging in place-from the standpoint of physical safety, visual function, and potential cognitive changes. We will use two real-life case studies to problem solve the factors that influ-ence people in deciding to stay or move when considering where to age. Call 919- 968-2070 to register.Maximum: 20 participants Instructor: Jenny Womack MS, OTR/LFee: FREE Central Orange SCTues, Aug 28(234012-01) 9:30 – 11 am Seymour CenterTues, Aug 21 (354030) 9:30 – 11 am

TELLING YOUR STORYJoin this creative writing group and create a special gift for your family and loved ones. Members will be assigned at-home exercises as well as group participation to help devel-op their stories. Fee: FREECentral Orange SC 2nd & 4th Thurs (257002-1) 3 – 5:30 pm

TERRIFIC TRANSITIONSAre you planning a move to a new home within the coming year OR have you recently moved? Come learn and share strategies for a suc-cessful transition to a new place while continuing to preserve what is most valuable to you. This session is specifically geared toward caregiv-ers and family members of people with dementia. Call the Help-line 919-968-2087 to reserve a space! Maximum of 15 participants.Instructors: Emily Rexrode and Lili Parrish, Occupational Therapy In-terns with the OC Dept on AgingFee: FREECentral Orange Senior CenterTues, Jun 5(234013-01) 10 – 11:30 amSeymour CenterThurs, Jun 7 (334007) 1 – 2:30 pm

THE LEGACY OF YOUR LIFEEveryone has a unique story! Al-though many of us won’t have books written about our lives, there are creative ways to capture the highlights of your life - either for your own use or as a legacy to loved ones. Do you see your story in print? In photographs? In pictures? Sign as a legacy to loved ones? Sign up for this course at least a week in ad-vance. We will contact you before the class about items or information to bring with you. Maximum 10 par-ticipants.Instructors: Emily Rexrode and Lili Parrish, Occupational Therapy In-terns with the Dept on AgingFee: FREE Central Orange Senior CenterTues, Jun 12 (234014-01) 9:30 am – 12 noonSeymour CenterWed, Jun 13 (334008) 9:30 am – 12 noon

VILLAGE ELDERS LECTURE SERIES The Village Elders Lecture Series has been bringing scholars together with the community for more than 25 years. Come and take full advan-tage of these lectures and the rich educational opportunities they offer. Open to the public. Contact: Walter Mack, at 919-933-5436Seymour Center (353027) Village Elders will not meet during the summer. Lectures will resume in the fall.

WOMEN IN TRANSITION – INVEST IN YOURSELFJoin us for a FREE workshop de-signed for, but not exclusive to, women facing life and financial transitions - including retirement, widowhood, marriage, divorce, in-heritances and other changes to in-come and life circumstances.This workshop will help you:• Think about your financial profile• Assess risk tolerance & financial goals• Increase financial literacy• Make wise investment choices• Improve your ability to identify & avoid investment fraud & scamsPlease join us for straight forward, non-commercial, unbiased informa-tive session presented by Barbara Bennett, Investor Education Special-

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SPECIAL EVENTSTo register for programs, or to get more information, call the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill at 919-968-2070, or the Central Orange Senior Center in Hillsborough at 919-245-2015.

ALTERATIONS BY GLORIALove that outfit, but it just doesn’t fit right anymore? Need clothing re-paired? Is it difficult to find someone to do small alterations? Well known seamstress, Gloria Fulton, will be on-site to meet with you for proper fittings and other sewing needs you may have. Contact the center for an appointment.Fee: Varies with alterationCentral Orange SC Weds, beginning Jun 6 (255010-01)9 – 10 am & 11 am – 12 noon

ART SHOWS – CENTRAL ORANGE SENIOR CENTERIf you are interested in exhibiting, please contact Terry Colville at 919-245-2016 or [email protected]

Featured artist is David Sovero and his oil painting students – Join us for the opening reception on Mon, Jul 9 at 3 pm for an opportunity to meet the artists. This exhibit will re-main on display until Aug 24.Central Orange SCMon, Jul 9(253002-04) 3 pm

ART SHOWS - SEYMOUR CENTERIf you are interested in exhibiting, please contact Cydnee Sims at 919-969-3025 or [email protected]

Herb Slapo and Students Exhibi-tion will be on display from Jun 4 until Jul 26. Art work collection will highlight pastel painting varia-tions. There will be an opening re-ception on Mon, Jun 4. Assistant Hostesses: Margaret Mays, Nettie Wilson, Joan Walshaw, Irene Fer-

guson, and Linda Watkins with Em-ily Davisson at the piano.Seymour Center Mon, Jun 4(353003-01) 3 pm

David Seveno and Students’ Ex-hibtion will be on display from Jul 30 until Sept 6. Art collection with feature collaborative works in oils. There will be an opening reception on Mon, Jul 30. Assistant Host-esses: Becci Ritter, Linda Burnette, Beth Haberstroth, and Linda Wat-kins with Margareta Thompson at the piano.Seymour Center Mon, Jul 30 (353003-02) 3 pm

ART WALK PLUSWe have fantastic art hanging in our center, and have a new twist on the old fashion scavenger hunt. Check with the front desk for a list of items to look for in the art display, as well as other items in our center. When you turn in your completed form, your name will go in the pot for a special drawing at the end of the month. Have fun while viewing the beautiful art display. Central Orange SC Mon – Fri, Jul 16 – 27(251010-01) Anytime

ARTS AND CRAFTS MARKETPLACELooking for something fun to do on the weekend? Come to the Seymour Center on the 4th Saturday of each month to see hand-crafted items made exclusively by mature adults in Orange County! Expect to find quilts, jewelry, paintings, woodwork and much more. Crafter/vendors must be 55 or older to participate. The Arts and Crafts Marketplace will be held from 10 am – 1 pm. If you are interested, contact Cydnee Sims at919-969-3025 for availability. Fee: FREESeymour Center4th Sat, Jun 23; Jul 28; Aug 25 (353008) 10 am -1 pm B.I.N.G.O.This combines our bingo call with a bingo display board to make the game easier and more fun. To make our prize table versatile and excit-ing, bring your bingo donations that day to add to the prize table. This will make winning even more enticing. Refreshments will be served. Join our bingo caller, Peter O’Grady. Fee: FREESeymour Center Wed, Jun 13; Wed, Aug 8 (353041-05) 10:30 – 11:30 am

CONNECTIONS CONCIERGE A new program designed with ev-eryone in mind! Not sure how to navigate the multiple programs at the Center. Need a little memory jogger of upcoming events and programs? Look no further! Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, you will have an opportunity to explore all the hap-penings and possibilities at your local senior center. No longer will you find yourself wondering how you missed an interesting program or realize you didn’t sign up by the deadline date. Our concierge will be located in the lobby when you come into the Center. One on one time will be spent map-ping out a wide range of activities you can get involved in. This program is being offered by the Seymour Center Program Advisory Committee.Seymour Center1st & 3rd Mon: Jun 4, 18; Jul 2, 16; Aug 6, 20 (353012) 10 am – 12 noon

CURRENT EVENTSIt’s hard to keep up with everything that is happening locally, nationally, and around the world. Bring your paper, grab a cup of coffee, and join others to discuss the news of the day.Leader: Marie TorianCentral Orange SC Thursdays (253016-01) 10:30 – 11:30 am

FARMERS’ MARKET AT THE SENIOR CENTERSYes, the Farmers’ Market is at the Se-nior Centers. It’s a wonderful and con-venient way to get your fresh fruits, vegetables and meats right at the Cen-ter. No longer do you have to stand in a long grocery line when you have your local friendly farmers right out-side the Centers’ doors. Come shop and get extra fresh food and outstand-ing quality. Central Orange SCMondays (226006-01) 9 am – 12 noonSeymour CenterTues and Thurs (353060) 9 am - 12 noon

FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION – SNOW CONESLet’s celebrate the men in our lives with an icy treat and music on the front patio. Enjoy live music and a variety of flavored snow cones as we celebrate Father’s Day. Last day to register is Jun 8. Central Orange SC Fri, Jun 15 (233009-01) 12:30 – 1:30 pm

FATHER’S DAY TRIM UP!!In honor of Father’s Day, a licensed barber will be on-site to give trims for Father’s Day! Space is very limited! Make sure to sign up immediately at the front desk, or call 919-968-2070 to schedule an appointment. Fee: FREESeymour Center Fri, Jun 15 (333036) 9 am - 3 pm

FISH FRY AT LAKE MICHAELWe are heading to Lake Michael for our annual fish fry. Spend the morn-ing fishing, paddle boating, or ride on the pontoon boat around the lake. If you plan to fish, you will need to bring your own fishing gear. Contact the center to register before May 18. Lim-ited space available.Fee: $5Central Orange SC Fri, Jun 1 (233001-1) 10 am - 1 pm

FRIENDS OF THE SEYMOUR CENTER’S ANNUAL MEETINGThese meetings are open to current and potential members. If you are in-terested in becoming a Senior Center Friend and learning more about the upcoming programming and future plans, please join us.Seymour CenterThurs, May 17(323012-03) 1 - 2 pm

FUN BINGO WITH CARDSJoin this group for a morning of fun as they put a new twist on an old game. Central Orange SC Fri, Jun 1; Jul 6; Aug 3(257024-01) 10:30 – 11:30 am

GROUP GAMES IN THE GREAT HALLJoin us for a variety of games. The games are lots of fun and the best thing is you don’t have to know how to play! Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and be ready to have fun. Contact the center to register at least one week before the event. Central Orange SC Fri, Jun 29 Woo Ball and Baggo (253018-06) 10:30 – 11:30 amFri, Jul 13 Beach Volleyball (253018-07) 10:30 – 11:30 amFri, Aug 10 Minute to Win It (253018-08) 10:30 – 11:30 am

HEART’S DESIRE: FOUR-PART FILM AND LECTURE SERIESSeymour CenterSeries will resume in the fall.

HOW TO PLAN A MEMORABLE PARTY!It only happens once a year, but you have no idea of how to make your party special. With so much to do, you could possibly overdo or miss the mark. Don’t become frustrated with your plans, or scale down your event. Come take good notes and learn how to lessen your stress, and have fun planning your next affair. Believe it or not, the key to unlock-ing your creative side lies within! Intructor: Patrick ToalFee: FREESeymour CenterFri, Jul 13 (333003) 2 - 3 pm

ICE CREAM SOCIAL Get a jump on July 4 - come cel-ebrate with other ice cream lovers! Join us on the patio to build your own Sundae just the way you like it while enjoying live music by Horace Sher. Ice cream will be provided, and you bring your favorite topping to share. This is co-sponsored with Eno Haven, our new independent living community in Hillsborough. You MUST register before Jun 25 and let us know what you plan to bring. Central Orange SC Tue, Jul 3(233002-01) 12:30 – 1:30 pm

LEARNING HOW TO READ YOUR SENIOR TIMESNeed a little assistance or a good system on how to read your Senior Times Newsletter? Worry no more! Join our program team for an in-formative afternoon on tips and techniques that will make this ex-perience easier. Please bring a note pad and writing instrument. Light refreshments will be served.Facilitators: Becci Ritter and Cydnee SimsFee: FREESeymour CenterTues, Aug 28 (333009) 2 – 3 pm

LINE DANCING PARTYDancing to music is like food for the soul! Everyone likes to dance! Dancing makes you smile, feel good inside and is a great way to exer-cise. No partner needed to partici-pate in this joyous occasion. If you have some fun line dancing moves you would like to share, don’t be shy - come share them. Party will be facilitated by Bruce Gillooly, Line

Dancing Instructor. Light refresh-ments will be served.Fee: FREESeymour CenterFri, Aug 3 (333007) 2 - 3:30 pm

MEN’S NIGHT OUT: RIVER BOAT GAMINGThis event is sure to be a blast! We are bringing in the summer with a party for the men. There will be a fish fry and a lot of your favorite games (Black Jack, Roulette, and more) live entertainment, and spe-cial guests. Everyone will be given $5,000 in gaming money at the be-ginning of the night, and at the end of the party, the top winners will receive prizes. This is something no man will want to miss so come cel-ebrate the start of summer with fish, fun, and prizes!Fee: FREESeymour CenterWed, Jun 20 (313007-01) 5 – 7 pm

MINT JULEP AND MUSICThis is a time to show off your favor-ite summer hat and enjoy live music on the patio as we sip our “mock” Mint Julep. Bring a friend and spent time socializing with others. Our special music will be by Steve Toll. Contact the center to register before Aug 14.Central Orange SCTues, Aug 21 (233010-01) 2:30 – 3:30 pm

MOBILE BARBER SERVICE BY CUTS ON DEMAND Barber services are now available at the Center offering quality haircuts and great customer service at your convenience. Cuts on Demand, a highly qualified licensed barber, will cater to all your hair needs. Sign up today and get your service with a smile.Fee: $12 Seymour CenterEvery 2nd Friday Jul 13, Aug 10 (353096) 9- 11 amPlease note: A special service will be offered Jun 15. See “Father’s Day Trim Up” in this section.

NEWCOMERS’ COFFEEThis is your chance to ask all those questions about what the Senior Center can do for you. Join the Senior Center staff as they give an overview of our programs and ser-vices. We are a one-stop resource

for wellness, lifelong learning, ac-cess to benefits and meaningful op-portunities. There will be time for coffee, conversation and a tour of our buildings. Call the senior center to register.Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Thurs, Jun 14 (253008-06) 10 amThurs, Jul 12 (253008-07) 10 amThurs, Aug 9 (253008-08) 10 amSeymour Center Thurs, Jun 14 (353023-05) 10 amThurs, Jul 12 (353023-04) 10 amThurs, Aug 9(353023-06) 10 am

“PET” SHOW-N-TELL Calling all animal lovers! You will not want to miss this unique fash-ion show of animals modeling their cute summer gear! You will not only be entertained, but you will also learn their stories and desire for someone to show them some love! Come watch them on the runway as they dress to impress! This great event is co-sponsored with Sarah Hearn Fallin, Program Coordinator of Orange County Animal Services, Shelter Division. Fee: FREESeymour CenterThurs, Jul 19 (333010) 11am – 12 noon PIANO PERFORMANCE: A MEDLEY OF MUSIC AT NOONIn honor of Older Americans Month, Barbara Lang’s students have set aside this time to share the joy of music in appreciation of our senior participants. Come out and enjoy myriad selections and light refresh-ments. Fee: FREESeymour CenterSat, May 26 12 noon POTLUCKS AT CENTRAL ORANGE SENIOR CENTER

Beach Party - Wear your best beach attire and get ready to Par-ty! It’s time for beach volleyball, shag dancing, and other games as we listen to beach music and enjoy hot dogs off the grill. Con-tact the center to register before Jun 14, and let us know what you

plan to bring. Special music by Horace SherThurs, Jun 21 (253007-06) 5:30 pm

Caribbean Night: Get ready to Limbo! We continue our beach theme and head to the Carib-bean for delicious Jerk Chicken. We’ll listen to the mellow sounds of the steel drum and enjoy a “Painkiller Cocktail.” Music per-formed by Wilton Dubois. Call the center before Jul 12 to make your reservation and let us know what you plan to bring.Thurs, Jul 19 (253007-07) 5:30 pm Luau Night: We conclude our beach theme as we head to Hawaii for a Luau. Traditional Kaluha pork will be our main dish as we enjoy the music of the Hawaiian Islands. After dinner we will enjoy interactive games so be ready for a challenge. Re-member the pocketbook game? Be prepared for a Quest! Contact the center to register before Aug 10 and let us know what you plan to bring.Thurs, Aug 16(253007-08) 5:30 pm

“A Dance Through Time” will be our theme for the potlucks in the fall beginning with the Roaring Twenties!

Fee: FREE (To be sure we have enough food, please RSVP one week in advance of all potlucks.) Central Orange SC POTLUCKS & SPECIAL DINNERS AT SEYMOUR CENTER(Please note starting times)

Beach Party!!Ready to play in the sand? Come out for an evening of beach mu-sic and live entertainment with Steve Toll. Wear your favorite sundress and flip flops or tank top and shorts to help you take in the warmth of the summer sun! Bring your beach towel, put on your sun visor or sun hat, and if you have a lawn chair, bring that too! Activities will be held inside and outside. Everyone is asked to bring a dessert of their choice for 8 to 10 people. Tickets will be given at time of registration. Our maximum number for this affair is 55 people. Let’s party!!

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Seymour Soda Shop & Diner! Let us take you back in time with your favorite jukebox music, milk-shakes, root beer, and our surprise Blue Plate Special! This unique evening will enable you to order your meal hot off the grill! It’s go-ing to be quite special! Come ready to indulge in a truly unique and memorable gathering. You need to register by Thurs, Jul 26. Tickets will be given at time of registration. Our maximum number for this af-fair is 40 people. Everyone is asked to bring a pie of your choice that will serve 5 to 7 people. Fee: FREESeymour CenterThurs, Aug 9(353000-08) 5:30- 7pm

Please Note: There will not be a potluck in June due to Men’s Night Out! See more information on this event in its listing.

SNOW CONES WITH A TWIST PARTYWe’re jazzing up your snow cones with some different types of flavors. Hurry up and get your name on this list. No party is a party without great entertainment. This afternoon, you will be entertained by Tony Gore, a professional guitarist, while enjoying this flavorful event. Plan on joining us for another summer treat on the patio. Fee: FREESeymour CenterTues, Jul 24 (333001) 3 – 4 pm

TABLE SETTING CLASS WITH PATRICK TOALTable setting etiquette is something that can stump everyone every now and then. Come to this enjoyable class to learn the basics and ways to make your table entertaining. This workshop will create a hands-on opportunity to set and decorate a table from scratch. Table cloths, silverware, glassware, centerpieces and more, will be pro-vided. You will leave with great ideas, tips and will be ready to master your next party. Instructor: Patrick Toal, Event DesignerFee: FREESeymour CenterFri, Aug 17 (333008-01) 2- 3 pm

TEA WITH TERRYJoin Terry, the Senior Center Program Manager and learn what’s new at the center. This gives you time to mark your calendars so you won’t miss anything! We also want to hear your ideas and suggestions for future pro-grams. Please call the center to reg-ister. Central Orange SCWed, Jun 13 (253019-01) 10:30 – 11:30 am

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL CREATIVE REUSE PROJECT!Supported by the Town of Chapel Hill, the project, titled” Up Close and Per-sonal”, utilized re-purposed clothes and other objects to tell stories. Par-ticipants engaged in activities such as sewing, stitching, and screen printing to describe personal stories and mem-ories through their clothing items. These commemorative panels will be integrated into an artwork for the Seymour Center. In addition, a relat-ed fashion show will be a part of this exciting project to promote and cel-ebrate creativity through innovative reuse of old garments on Wed, May 3. The show will be one of the featured entertainments for the 5th Anniversa-ry Gala. If you are interested attending the Opening Reception on Wed, May 23, please register at 919-968-2070. For more project details, contact Cyd-nee Sims at 919-969-3025 or contact Jan Ru Wan: [email protected] or jan-ru wan @ [email protected] • Mon, May 21: Installation of the art piece• Wed, May 23: Opening Reception of Art Exhibit at 3 pm• Wed, May 30: Seymour Center 5th Anniversary Gala Fashion Show at 5 pmProject leader: Jan Ru WanSeymour Center (354017) VICTORIA WINDLER’S “EYES ON OPERA” This popular program continues to draw large audiences for each DVD performance. Scheduled for the 3rd Saturday of each month, the presen-tation includes world-class classical and contemporary operas, ballet, and operettas with occasional live perfor-mances and program commentaries. Snacks and drinks are provided with a half-hour break for a BYO (Bring Your Own) lunch. Check the website at www.meetup.com/Chapel-Hill-Opera for program details. Fee: FREE Sat, Jun 16 Opera in Animations

Sat, Jul 21 L’Elisir d’amore Sat, Aug 18 West Side StorySeymour Center Every 3rd Sat (353031) 10 am – 2 pm WOUNDED SOLDIERS REMEMBEREDWe will be collecting DVD, CDs, MP3 players, and books with puzzles (Su-doku, word search, & crossword) to send to our wounded soldiers waiting to be transported back to the states. All items will be mailed to the Trans-port Hospital for Wounded Soldiers. Please bring all donations to the front desk. This program is co-sponsored with the Orange County Civil Air Pa-trolCentral Orange SC

ATHLETIC ACTIVITIESAll of the following activities are FREE, unless otherwise noted.

BADMINTONSponsored by the Orange County Rec-reation and Parks DepartmentFee chargedCentral Recreation Center Tryon St, Hillsborough Tues, Wed, & Fri 9 – 11 am

BADMINTONEnjoy a friendly game during our open play weekly sessions. Beginners are welcomed. Racquets are available. Partner not needed.Central Orange SC (251004)Wednesdays 2 – 4 pmSeymour Center (351022)Tuesdays 4:30 – 6:45 pmSaturdays 8:15 - 10:45 am

BADMINTON LESSONSThese lessons are for beginners or those who would like to brush up on their game.Instructor: CD Poon ([email protected])Seymour Center Email Instructor, or call the front desk for an appointment.

BASKETBALL – SHOOT AROUNDCentral Orange SC (251015)Tuesdays 2:30 - 4:30 pmCommunity Center Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 - 10:30 amNorthside GymMondays 10 - 11:30 am

BILLIARDSBring a friend and enjoy shooting a round of pool - every day and any time.Central Orange SC (251005)

BILLIARDS LESSONSThis one-on-one instruction is for be-ginners, or those who would like to brush up on their game.Instructor: Bob RobertsSeymour Center (351011) Call front desk for an appointment

BOCCE BALLA group often plays on Saturday or Sunday afternoons in Chapel Hill. Friendly and relaxed competition. Contact Joan Alston, 919-932-7104, for days and times.Chapel Hill Community Center HORSESHOESBring a friend and throw some shoes - every day and any time.Central Orange SC (251018)

PICKLE BALLWe will be starting this game in the fall. If you are interested in playing, please contact the center. If you are not familiar with Pickle Ball, we will be glad to teach you. It has been de-scribed as a cross between badminton and table tennis. Central Orange SC

SHUFFLEBOARD Whether it is for practice or fun, shuf-fleboard is a great way to exercise. Come to learn, or to show someone how to play the game. Feel free to take a lunch and socialize afterwards. Central Orange SC (251006)Fridays 9 – 11 am Northside Gym Wednesdays 10 - 12 noon

TABLE TENNISIf you wish, bring your own paddles and balls, or use the equipment available at the Center. All skill lev-els are welcome.Central Orange SC Contact: Tommy Wade, 919-477-4212.Seymour Center Contact: Sherry Graham, 919-636-2264 or Alan Tom, 919-933-8972 or [email protected] Orange SC Mondays (251008-1) 5 – 9 pmWednesdays (251008-2) 9 – 11 am Seymour Center Tues & Wed (351007) 10 – 11:30 amTues & Thurs (351008) 2 – 4 pmSaturdays (351018 11 am – 1:45 pm

Wii – OPEN PLAYInstructor: Interested in leading? If so, contact Corina Riley at 919-968-2080Central Orange SC (251010) Thursdays 12 noon

DANCE & MUSICTo register, call the Seymour Center at 919-968-2070 or the Central Or-ange SC at 919-245-2015.

DANCEBALLROOM DANCE LESSONS Ballroom Dance lessons with Bruce Gillooly, who has over 60 years of dance experience.Each month you will explore a dif-ferent ballroom dance. Please reg-ister and purchase your ticket at the front desk before class. No partner required but is recommended.Instructor: Bruce GilloolyFee: $5Seymour CenterMondays (354020) 3 - 3:45 pmCentral Orange SCTuesdays (254001) 12 noon – 1 pm

BALLROOM DANCE PRACTICEBallroom dance practice with Bruce Gillooly providing the music. A va-riety of music will be provided to meet a wide range of dancing abili-ties and desires. Comments and requests will be taken into account.

Fee: FREE Seymour CenterMondays (354047) 3:45 - 4:30 pmBALLROOM DANCE PRACTICEThe great room is open for Ballroom dance practice. Bring your own mu-sic and join with others to spend the afternoon dancing. No formal instruction will take place.Fee: FREE Central Orange SCThursdays (except 3rd Thurs) (254002-01) 3:30 - 4:30 pm

BALLROOM DANCE SOCIALGreat way to meet new people! All ages, couples and singles are wel-come. Recorded music. For infor-mation, call 919-933-8982.Fee: $2 at the door Seymour Center4th & 5th Thurs, Jun 28; Jul 26; Aug 23, 30 (353009) 7 – 9 pm CLOGGINGWhat a great way to get in shape while having fun. This is a begin-ning class so you will learn basic clogging steps. No prior dance ex-perience necessary. Instructor: Kelly Brinn.Fee: $38 per sessionCentral Orange SCSession I: Thurs, Jun 7 - 28 (254004-06) 6 – 6:45 pm Session II: Thurs, Jul 5 - Aug 2 (no class Jul 12) (254004-07) 6 - 6:45 pmSession II: Thurs, Aug 9 - 30 (254004-08) 6 - 6:45 pm

DANCE FOR JOYWhether you are just beginning to focus on becoming healthier, or are looking for something new to add to your current fitness program, this class is perfect. It encourages par-ticipants to move within their own comfort level and to bring their en-ergy and spirit to the steps. Based on the Nia Technique, the barefoot-ed, grounded movements provide a whole body workout that is gentle on the joints. Through easy dance steps we will develop greater bal-ance, flexibility, strength - and have FUN! To learn more about Nia, go to www.nianow.comInstructor: Rebecca Sugg, Certified NIA InstructorFee: $24/4 weeks; $48/8 weeks; or $72/12 weeks – Coupon books avail-able.Central Orange SC

Mondays 11 am – 12 noon Jun (252005-06)Jul (252005-07)Aug (252005-08)LINE DANCINGLine Dancing is great exercise. Best of all, no partner is needed. Join this growing class and learn the best line dancing around.Instructor: Bruce Gillooly Fee: $3 per class. Purchase tickets at the front desk.Seymour Center Mondays 1 – 3 pm Jun 4- 25 (354019-18) Jul 2-30 (354019-05)Aug 2-30 (354019-06)

LINE DANCINGThis class is for both new and ex-perienced line dancers. You will improve your memory and get the benefits of exercising while having fun.Instructor: Becky WalkerFee: FREECentral Orange SCMondays (254006-2) 3 - 4:30 pmTuesdays (254006-1) 1 – 2:30 pm LINE DANCINGFirst 30 minutes of the class is for beginners, and all levels are togeth-er from 10 – 11 am. Instructor: Esther HaithcockFee: FREECentral Orange SCThursdays (254006-3) 9:30 – 11 am

SALSA DANCE LESSONS New! Now is the time to learn a new dance move!! Join a fantastic 4 week session of Salsa Dance les-sons. These classes will have fun dance steps, exercise movements and a high energy social atmo-sphere. No Partner Necessary! No Experience Needed! Class is limited to 10 participants. Must have10 reg-istered for class to take place. Instructor: Peter DiFalco Fee: $20 per session ($5 per class) Seymour Center Fri, Jun 1 - 22Intensive Beginners(354033-01) 2 - 3 pm Fri, Jul 6 - 27Intermediate(3540333-02) 2 - 3 pm Fri, Aug 3 - 24Advanced(354033-03) 2 – 3 pm

TAP DANCING Learn to tap dance with an experi-enced and friendly teacher. You will learn basic and historical steps, as well as how to tap to all kinds of music. Tap dancing is a great way to have fun while exercising without putting stress on your body.Instructor: Rachel Kiel Fee: $52 for the first four lessonsSeymour Center Thurs, Jun 7- 28 (354032-06) Intermediate - 4 - 5 pm; Beginners - 5 - 6 pmThurs, Jul 5- 26 (354032-07) Intermediate - 4 - 5 pm; Beginners - 5 - 6 pmThurs, Aug 2- 23 (354032-08) Intermediate - 4 - 5 pm; Beginners - 5 - 6 pm

TAP DANCING Did you tap dance as a child? Even if you’ve never danced, have you al-ways had a desire to learn? Now is your chance to learn the fine art of tap dancing for free. Instructor: Bruce Gilooly, has been dancing for 50 years.Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Tuesdays - Beginners (254007-1) 9 – 10 amTuesdays - Intermediate (254007-2) 10 – 11 am

WALTZ SOCIAL/ PRACTICEFor those who love to waltz - and for those learning. Live musicians pro-vide the music. All ages welcome. Donation Suggested: $5 at the doorSeymour Center 1st, 2nd & 3rd Thurs: Jun 7, 14, 21; Jul 5, 12, 19; Aug 2, 9, 16 (353006) 7– 8:30 pm

MUSICGUITAR LESSONS Group lessons for electric and/or acoustical guitar. Students will learn basic music theory, including note reading and timing, chords (how to make them, basic and how to play them), basic strumming and picking techniques, and how to read tabla-ture. Everything a guitarist needs to know to enjoy their instrument! You must have your own guitar.Instructor: Maureen Martin Fee: $75 (plus one time fee of $10 for music book)Central Orange SCSession I: Thurs, Jun 7 - 28 (254027-06) 1 – 2 pm

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KARAOKE: ENTERTAINING SING-A-LONGJoin Kathleen “Kacky” Hammon and Richard Tazewell as you travel down memory lane in songs. No singing experience is required - just a love of music and having a great time. Fee: FREESeymour Center Wednesdays (351025) 11:15 – 11:45 am KARAOKE SING-A-LONGJoin Haryo and friends for a variety of songs and fun. Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Wednesdays (257003-01) 10 – 11 am

MORNING GUITAR MUSIC WITH TONY New! Bring a friend or two and pull up a chair to take in great string med-leys with Tony Gore. Tony has played the guitar for over 20 years. He plays a variety of tunes that will get you in the mood to sing or dance. Fee: FREESeymour Center2nd and 4th Fri: Jun 8, 22; Jul 13, 27; Aug 10, 24 (354003) 11 am – 12 noon

PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONSThink of me as your Musical Personal Trainer. First we assess where you are with regard to music and where you would like to go. Then we develop a set of skills for you to practice toward achieving your goals. Any level! Any instrument! Instructor: Richard Tazewell (Call in-structor for additional information and appointments at 919-619-2592.) Fee: $30 per 30 min lesson Seymour CenterThursdays (354096) 4 – 8 pm

SINGING FOR THE FUN OF IT If you love to sing and never get enough opportunity – here is a way to make group singing part of your week. We sing old favorites, learn new songs and harmonize to our hearts’ content. There will be opportunities to perform at senior center special events.

People of all singing experience wel-comed.Facilitator: Pete WehrCentral Orange SCWill resume in the fallSINGING GROUP New! Auditions will be held on Wednesdays throughout the month of June. Need to know how to har-monize and interested in performing? Please contact the front desk to make an appointment. Facilitator: Pete WehrCentral Orange SCWednesdays(257012-01) 6:30 – 8 pm

SINGING LESSONS AT SEYMOUR - GROUP SINGINGLearn to be a part of a singing group. We focus on melody, harmony and rhythm. We’ll develop a body of songs and sing them at the Seymour Center. Instructor: Richard TazewellFee: $10 per session Seymour CenterWednesdays(354089) 4 – 5 pm

INTEREST GROUPSBOOK CLUBWe are a small, but lively group and welcome others. Contact the front desk at 919-245-2015 for current book selection.3rd TuesTues, Jun 19 Remarkable Creatures,

by Tracy ChevalierTues, Jul 17 The Confession, by

John GrishamTues, Aug 21 Then Came You, by

Jennifer WeinerCentral Orange SC(258000-01) 2:30 – 4:30 pm

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPWe are looking for participants and a group leader to restart this program. Please con-tact Cydnee Sims, 919-969-3025.Seymour Center (357001) CLASSIC BOOK SERIES This book discussion group is limited to the first 20 people to register. Coordinator: Dr Frank WilsonSeymour Center (353046) Book series will convene in the fall. Series will be in our next issue of Se-nior Times.

INSPIRATIONAL TOPICS FOR PRACTICAL LIVINGJoin us for this discussion series to uplift and encourage you throughout the week. If you have questions about the topics or materials, call 919-245-2015.Leaders: Walter Faribault & Madeline RileyCentral Orange SC Tuesdays(254000-01) 10 – 11 am ISSUES OF FAITH This time is for those who enjoy gath-ering together for scriptures, songs and uplifting words of encourage-ment. Join Annie Cotton as she leads these inspirational discussions. Leader: Annie Cotton Seymour CenterTuesdays(357010) 10:30 – 11:30 am

PASSAGE MEDITATION (SATSANG)“The Eight Point Program of Passage Meditation was developed by Ecknath Easwaran. It is non-denominational, non-sectarian, and free from dogma and ritual. It can be used within each person’s own cultural and religious background to relieve stress, heal re-lationships, release deeper resources and realize one’s highest potential”. Visit www.easwaran.org for more in-formation, or contact Annette at 919-260-1995. Ongoing.Fee: FREESeymour Center Sat, Jun 9, 23; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25 (352047) 9 – 10:30 am

PEN PAL PROGRAMWhat could be more fun that sending letters back and forth with a second grader? This highly rewarding service project is in its 3rd year in conjunc-tion with Cameron Park Elementary School. If you are interested in be-coming a Pen Pal, contact Lisa Berley at 919-245-2026 for additional infor-mation.Central Orange SC (250001-01)

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUBIf you are interested in photography and would like to join with others to visit places of interest to photograph, and discuss the use of a camera and settings please contact Terry at 919-245-2016 for additional information.Central Orange SC

PRIME TIME PLAYERSThe Prime Time Players is an acting troupe. Anyone interested in perform-ing, singing, playing an instrument, dancing or being a master of cer-emonies should contact Mary Anne Freedman at 919-967-5883, email [email protected], or leave your name at the Seymour Center’s front desk.Seymour Center2nd Mon, Jun 11, Jul 9, Aug 13 (357028) 3 – 5 pmSEYMOUR GARDEN GROUPMeet the people who “love to garden.” Check the Garden Bulletin Board near the front desk or the Garden Post (in the flower bed) for monthly education programs, project help and wish list. Call Vicki at 919-968-2056Seymour Center1st Fri: meet to plan and garden – Jun 1; Jul 6; Aug 39:30 am – 12 noonPlanting in the Garden: 3rd Fridays and following Mondays (357002) 9:30 am – 12 noon

SPONTANEOUS SENIORS IMPROV WORKSHOP!Learn to enhance your creativity, and spontaneity, during a four session workshop this summer!! No experi-ence is necessary. Come with great expectations and you will have lots of fun. If you really enjoy the work-shop and find your new passion, you will have the opportunity to join our Improv Theater group, which is af-filiated with Seymour Center’s Prime Time Players. Please call Marv Axel-rod at 919-383-4848 if you are interest-ed. Must have 5 participants to offer workshop. Fee: FREESeymour CenterSat, Aug 4, 11, 18 & 25 (354137) 10 – 11 am

SUDOKUKeep your brain sharp with this game that is sure to offer a challenge. If you have never tried Sudoku, or would like to learn tips to advance from the basic puzzle to the “evil” one, come join us. Sudoku game sheets provided; how-ever you are welcome to bring some to share.Coach: Beverly Sanders Seymour CenterThursdays (357037) 10:30 – 11:30 am

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (TOPS)If you’re thinking about joining a weight loss group, try TOPS, a non-profit and non-commercial organi-zation. We’ll help you reach your goals in a warm, caring support group for adults and children (age 7 +). Join us to help you have the pounds “fall” off. Contact: Judy at 919-452-3712 (Central Orange), or Myra at 919-968-2073 (Seymour Center) for more information. Fee: First visit is free.Seymour CenterMondays (352760) 11 am – 12 noonCentral Orange SC Tuesdays (257000-01) 11 am – 12 noon(Weigh-in: 10:30 am in the Wellness Room)

TAI CHI FRIENDSBring a friend and join others for this non-instructional class. Practice what you have learned. This is great for balance and memory.Fee: FREECentral Orange SC Fridays (257001-01) 12 noon – 1 pm

TAR HEEL DEPRESSION GLASS CLUBThe Tar Heel Depression Glass Club was formed in the spring of 1984. This is a group of people who share a common interest in collecting and preserving the glassware of the American Depression era. Past programs have included talks on Heisey, Fostoria, and Cambridge; Jewel Tea, Mayfair, Fiesta, Hall teapots, Cloverleaf, and Fire-King jade-ite. Other times, however, the program will be about something related to the interest of a club member that is not specifically re-lated to collectible glass or dinner-ware. Some examples of these pro-grams have been talks on cast iron, children’s toys from the 1940s and 1950s, glass paperweights, Guard-ian cookware, and antique purses. Among the activities enjoyed by members are monthly meetings (1st Monday of the month), social out-ings and trips to glass manufactur-ing areas of the country (West Vir-ginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania). This is an open group and new members are always welcome. For additional

information contact the center or [email protected] Orange SC 1st Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 (237001-01) 6:30 – 8 pm

TIME-OUT CLUBAre you interested in going to the movies, trying new restaurants, go-ing bowling, or just checking out “what’s happening” in the Triangle? If you are, call Terry at 919-245-2016 and join others who are interested in taking time out for fun.Central Orange SC

WRITERS’ DISCUSSION GROUPThis group published its fourth book, Lest the Colors Fade. We are always looking for new members, including experienced and beginner writers. We help each other by offer-ing helpful suggestions to improve our work. The group has previously published three other books, Echoes (l997), A Generation Speaks (2000), and Challenges on the Home Front (2005). Contact Joseph DiBona at 336-364-7978. Seymour CenterTues, Jun 5, 19; Jul 3, 17; Aug 7, 21 (357003) 2 – 4 pm

ORGANIZATIONS & CLUB MEETINGSCENTRAL NC MINERAL CLUB Meetings are on the first Tuesday of every month. Guests are always welcome. Contact: Sylvia Hubbard 919-929-5673 ([email protected]) Tues, Jun 5 – Gigantic Gem Sale No meetings in July and August Seymour Center (358001) 7 pm

CHADER: CHAPEL HILL AND DURHAM ELDERCARE RESOURCES GROUPOrganization meets every other month and represents various agen-cies serving older adults. Meetings have a guest speaker and time for networking. People in the commu-nity are invited to attend. Contact: www.chadernc.comSeymour Center (357050) Thurs, Jun 21; Aug 16 8:30 – 10 am

CHAPEL HILL CAMERA CLUBContact: Charles Twine, President at 919-419-9091Seymour Center (358002)Tues, Jun 12, 26; Jul 10, 24; Aug 14, 28 6:30 - 9 pm

CHAPEL HILL CAMERA CLUB - DIGITAL IMAGING GROUPContact: Charles Twine, President, 919-419-9091Seymour Center (358000)Tues, Jun 5; Jul 3; Aug 7 6:30 – 9 pm

GOLDEN AGE HAPPY CIRCLE CLUBContact: Lula Alston at 919- 967-5706Seymour Center (358004) Tues, Jun 12; Jul 10; Aug 14 10:30 amJOLLY 79ERSContact: Geraldine Fennell at 919-732-1503Central Orange SC (258001-1)Mon, Jun 4; Jul 2; Aug 6 10 am RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES (NARFE) ASSOCIATIONAll retired federal employees and their spouses are invited to a dis-cussion of issues regarding their welfare.Seymour Center (358006) 11:15 amFri, Jun 22 Latonya Brown, Aging

Resources and Ben-efits Specialist, Orange County Department on Aging - “Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)”

For more info contact: Walter Mack, President, at 919- 933-5436

STATE EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION OF NC (SEANC)All retired State Employees are in-vited to join this organization. Keep informed about State benefits and other changes that may take place. Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month.Contact: Hazel Lunsford at 919-732-4410Central Orange SC (257010-01)Tues, Jun 26; Jul 24; Aug 28 9 – 11 am

TRIANGLE WEAVERS ORGANIZATIONNewcomers are always welcome. For more information, contact: Ja-nett Greenberg at 919-960-6902

Seymour Center (357004) 6:30 - 9 pm No Meetings in June and July.Thurs, Aug 23 Sharing Summer Experiences and Annual Weaving Sale

MOVIESTUESDAY CINEMAS AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER

The movies, with popcorn, start at 1 pm on Tuesdays. Come earlier if you’d like to have lunch with us. Lunch tickets are distributed on a first come first served basis between 10:45 am and 12:15 pm. Movie descriptions are available at the Center.

Jun 5 Twister (1996)Jun 12 The Hand That Rocks

the Cradle (1992) Jun 19 The Client (1994)Jun 26 The Last of the

Mohicans (1992)Jul 3 Mrs Doubtfire (1993)Jul 10 Kit Kittredge – An

American Girl (2008)Jul 17 Tom and Huck (1995)Jul 24 State Fair (1945)Jul 31 To Kill A Mockingbird

(1962)Aug 7 Thoroughly Modern

Millie (1967)Aug 14 Last Chance Harvey

(2008)Aug 21 84 Charing Cross

Road (1987)Aug 28 Meet the Parents

(2001)Seymour Center Tuesdays 1 pm

DVDs: We are collecting DVDs at the Central Orange SC and Seymour Center. Please bring in one or two of your favorite DVDs to show as part of our Tuesday Cinema series and Friday Flicks. We will choose our movie selections for the upcoming year based on your favorites. Please let us know if you are willing to donate them to our DVD library, or if you would prefer to loan them to us for a few months.

FRIDAY FLICKS AT CENTRAL ORANGEThe movies, with popcorn, start at 10 am on the following Fridays. If you would like to stay for lunch with us, the lunch tickets are distributed on a first come first served basis between 11 am and 12:15 pm. Movie descriptions are available at the Center.

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Jun 8 The Dawn Rider (1935)Jun 15 The Desert Trail (1935)Jun 22 The Lawless Frontier

(1935)Jun 29 The Lucky Texan (1934)Jul 13 The Star Packer

(1934)Jul 20 The Trail Beyond (1934)Jul 27 Hell Town (1937)Aug 10 Paradise Canyon (1935)Aug 17 Rainbow Valley

(1935)Aug 24 Riders of Destiny (1933)Aug 31 Sagebrush Trail

(1933)Central Orange SC Fridays 10 am

HEART’S DESIREFour-Part Film and Lecture Series shown at the Seymour Center will resume in the fall.

SENIORS ON THE ROADLOCAL DAY TRIPS Meals on the trips will be on your own, unless otherwise stated.

TRIP REGISTRATION - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. Registration for the fol-lowing trips will be taken on, or after, Fri, May 25. To register, call the Central Orange Senior Center at 919-245-2015. You may register yourself, and ONE other person, with addresses and phone numbers. Payment must be received within one week, or you will forfeit your spot and be moved to the waiting list. Please make checks pay-able to: Orange County Dept on Ag-ing and mail them to: Central Orange Senior Center, PO Box 8181, Hillsbor-ough, NC 27278, or to the Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. Transportation refunds will be made only if you call the cen-ter and cancel your reservation three working days before the trip. If the minimum number of people doesn’t register for a trip, refunds will be is-sued for the full amount. Please arrive 15 minutes before the bus is scheduled to depart so it can be loaded and ready to leave on schedule.Trips leave from the Central Orange Senior Center, 103 Meadowland Dr, Hillsborough, and from the Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill. Return trip times are approximate.

Fri, Jun 8 (230001-01) Calder Exhibit at the Nasher Museum/ Lunch at American Tobacco Campus What a delight to view the mobiles of Alexander Calder and those of the artists he inspired. We will go to the American Tobacco Campus for lunch and a tour of the grounds and build-ings of this very special place. Wear your walking shoes. Fee: $31 for transportation and mu-seum tour (lunch is not included). Central Orange SC 9:30 am – 5 pmSeymour Center 10 am – 4:30 pm

Tues, Jun 12 (230002-01)Durham Bulls Baseball Game Let’s go out to a Bulls baseball game. Lunch will be at the stadium so you can grab a hotdog, peanuts and pop-corn while enjoying the game. Game starts at 12:05 pm. Fee: $10 (includes ticket and transpor-tation)Central Orange SC 10:30 am – 4:30 pmSeymour Center 11am - 4 pm

Tues, Jun 26 (230003-01) Barn Dinner Theatre: “All Hands on Deck” is a comedy musical revue based on Bob Hope’s 1942 USO tour. It features the songs, dances and laughs that America has loved since the 1940s. Boasting over 40 classic Big Band hits all packaged in a fun-filled, true-to-life reproduction of the kind of USO show Bob Hope and Jack Benny would have taken to the troops.Fee: $53 includes ticket and transpor-tation. Central Orange SC 11 am – 5:30 pmSeymour Center 11:30 am – 5 pm

Fri, Jul 13 (230004-01)IMAx Theater and the New Wing of the NC Museum of Natural ScienceGet out of the heat and head to the IMAX theatre in Raleigh for the double feature“To the Arctic” and “Under the Sea”, both in 3D. Following lunch at Café Luna, we will drop by the Science Mu-seum to see their new wing: the Na-ture Research Center.Fee: $26 for the IMAX and transporta-tion. Lunch not included. Museum is free. Central Orange SC 8:15 am – 5 pmSeymour Center 8:45 am – 4:30 pm

Tues, Jul 17 (230005-01) Hanes Mall in Winston Salem: We are off on a “shop until you drop” shop-ping spree. Hanes Mall boast well over 80 stores so be sure to wear com-fortable shoes. Lunch will be on your own in the food court or one of the many restaurants located in the mall.Fee: $15 for transportation. Central Orange SC 8:30 am – 5:30 pmSeymour Center 9 am – 5 pm

Thurs, Aug 9 (230006-01) Chapel Hill Trio: Morehead Planetari-um, Ackland Art Museum, FRANK Art GalleryWhen is the last time you have been to a planetarium - 3rd grade? Leave the driving to us and experience these Chapel Hill treasures. Get out of the summer heat and into the worlds of planets and stars and great art.Fee: $21 for planetarium show and transportation. Bring money for lunch. Central Orange SC 9:15 am – 5 pmSeymour Center 9:45 am – 4:30 pm

Tues, Aug 14 (23007-01) Triangle Town Center and Farmers Market in Raleigh: We will head to Tri-angle Town Center for a day of shop-ping. After lunch, which will be on your own at the food court, we will head off for shopping at the Farmers Market. Fee: $15 for transportation. Central Orange SC 9 am – 5:30 pmSeymour Center 9:30 am – 5 pm

Coming soon, “The Jersey Boys” at DPAC!

SATURDAY GETAWAYS and EXTENDED TRIPSIf you have any travel ideas, contact Cydnee Sims at 919-969-3025 to reg-ister, or for more information – includ-ing deposits and final payment dates, payment arrangements, cancellations, travel insurance, travel agents’ policies, or other questions. To receive a refund on Extended Trips, cancellations must be made 21 days before the balance is due. If a cancellation is made after the balance due date, full or partial refunds will be offered only if someone can be found to replace you. Payment arrange-

ments will be considered for trips of $500 or more. To receive a refund on the Saturday Getaways, cancellations must be made 7 days before the trip leaves.

Sat, Jun 30 (336005)A Day in NASCAR CountryCalling all NASCAR (National Associa-tion for Stock Car Auto Racing) Fans!! If you enjoy NASCAR, you will love this tour, which will enable you to enjoy the thrill firsthand. The morning will kick off with a guided tour of Charlotte Mo-tor Speedway. Lunch is included at the Quaker Steak & Lube Restaurant. Next, we will visit Hendrick Motorsports, the home of Mark Martin, Jeff Gordon, Dale Earnhardt Jr, and Jimmie Johnson. It will conclude with a tour at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Expect moderate walk-ing. Trip is provided by Christian Tours. However, all checks should be made payable to OCDOA. You may also pay with a credit card. We need 25 people for this tour to take place. Cost includes transportation, all attractions and lunch. Gratuity for driver (recommended: $2 - $3 per person) and tour director (rec-ommended: $3 - $4 per person) are not included.Fee: $115 per person. Seymour Center 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Central Orange SC 8 am – 5 pm

Sat, Jul 28 (336006)NC Winery TourNC is known for having some of the most intimate and charming wineries. This tour will feature three Yadkin Valley Wineries including Round Peak Vine-yards, Shelton Vineyard and Old North State Winery. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and family owned, each establishment will offer a tour and tasting. Lunch will be included at one of the wineries. There will be time to browse gift shops for wine related and gourmet gift items. You will truly enjoy a memorable day sampling the wines of three of NC’s greatest wineries. This trip is provided by Holiday Tours, and you may register at either Senior Center. All checks should be made pay-able to OCDOA. You may also pay with a credit card. We need 25 people for this tour to take place. Cost of the tour in-cludes transportation, winery tours and lunch. Expect moderate walking. Gratu-ity for driver (recommended: $2 - $3 per person) and tour director (recommend-ed: $3 - $4 per person) are not included.Fee: $99 per person. Seymour Center 7am – 6 pm Central Orange SC 8 am – 5:30 pm

NIAGARA FALLS - TOUR DATES AND COSTS HAVE CHANGED. Call 919-969-3025 for information.(336033-01)Niagara Falls One of North America’s most popu-lar destinations awaits you with spectacular scenic views and expe-riences. This 5 day and 4 night jour-ney begins with an overnight stay in Lancaster, Pa., including a Broad-way Musical and dinner at the Dutch Apple Theater. Day 2, we are off to Niagara Falls, where you will visit the IMAX Theater as history, legend, and daring escapades of many dare-devils who tried to conquer these mighty waters come alive. Later, you will enjoy an award winning musical feast of Canadian food, fun and folklore, “Oh Canada, Eh?!” Day 3 offers a guided tour of Niag-ara Falls, including behind the falls by way of tunnels that will enable you to feel the power of the water. You will then travel into the midst of the mighty cascades aboard the Maid of the Mist. The day will con-clude with a dinner in the revolv-ing restaurant high atop the Skylon Tower. Day 4 you will say good bye to Niagara Falls and Canada, and enjoy your first stop at Wendell Au-gust Forge. Here you will see skilled craftsmen create hand hammered metal giftware. Their creations have been commissioned for four US Presidents, and the Queen of Eng-land. Afterwards, we head over to Sharon, Pa to Daffin’s Candies, the world’s largest candy store. Choco-late lovers will definitely be in heav-en! At night you will enjoy a fare-well dinner at one of Pittsburgh’s popular restaurants, and have a good night’s rest. On Day 5, it’s time to head for home sweet home and enjoy all of the great memories of America’s most popular destination. All attractions, accommodations, 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners and trans-portation are included. Gratuity for driver, tour director and step on tour guides are not included. (Recom-mended for driver: $4 - $5 per per-son, tour director: $3- $4 and step on guides: $2 - $3 per person.)

Sat, Sept 22 (336001)Photo Adventure Tour at Chimney Rock Park and Lake LureThe tour is for all aspiring photog-raphers, and those who just love taking pictures. Bring your digital camera for this educational and adventurous rendezvous. We will

spend the day at Chimney Rock Park and Lake Lure, where you will create your own gallery of nature shots - including waterfalls, the lake, nature friends, and other beau-tiful creations. We will also enjoy a buffet lunch at Lake Lure Inn, a guided boat tour (covered boat) on the Lake, a visit to the scenic Chim-ney Rock and marvel at the 75 mile views or explore hiking trails, and view the 404 ft waterfall. Cal Wong, a member of our Camera Club, will accompany the group for all your photographic inquiries, and will share various tips and techniques to capture the very best shots. Partici-pants should know how to operate their personal camera before tour. Registration for this tour should be made by Fri, Aug 10. Cost of the tour includes transportation, boat tour and lunch. Expect moderate walk-ing. You may pay for this tour with a credit card. Checks should be made payable to OCDOA. We need 25 peo-ple for the tour to take place. Gratu-ity for driver (recommended: $2 - $3 per person) is not included.Fee: $70 per personSeymour Center 6:30 am – 9 pm Central Orange SC 7 am – 8:30 pm

Thurs, Oct 4 – Thurs, Oct 11 (34016)Swiss Highlights - Featuring Zer-mett, Bern and Montreux Give yourself an unforgettable trip to Switzerland!! This 8 day tour, one hotel stay at Montreux Palace will include many special sights and stops. It includes roundtrip airfare, 11 meals: 6 breakfasts, 5 dinners, deluxe motor coach, professional tour director, admission, baggage and handling, and hotel transfers. If you are interested in traveling to Switzerland, please contact Cydnee Sims at 919-969-3025. To receive a detailed brochure, call the Seymour Center’s front desk at 919-968-2070. Cost: $ 3,449 per person double oc-cupancy, $750 single supplement. Seymour CenterFeatured Tour for 2014 South Africa - Featuring Zambia and Victoria Falls!! Look for details in the 2012 Winter issue of Senior Times.

Friends of Central Orange TripEastern Caribbean 7-Night CruiseThis 7-night Caribbean Cruise is from Saturday, October 27 – Satur-day, November 7 and sponsored by

the Friends of the Central Orange Senior Center. It will be on Carni-val cruise line’s “Fantasy”, and will leave from “The Heart of The South” - Charleston, SC. This special trip will begin when you step on the bus at either the Seymour Center or the Central Orange Senior Center, and drive in comfort to downtown His-toric Charleston for lunch and shop-ping on your own before boarding the ship. You will go to beautiful Nassau, Bahamas, Turks and Cai-soc, and Half Moon Cay - Carni-val’s private island. This is a great opportunity to get away during the fall and relax among friends. Won-derful onboard experiences include total choice dining, a wide variety of entertainment options, a friendly ca-sino, and spa Carnival. Cost includes: round trip charter bus to Charleston, driver gratuity, bag-gage handling, and cruise. Your to-tal cost: Inside cabins are $819 per person double occupancy. Outside cabins are $839 per person double occupancy. Space is limited and is on a first come first served basis, so BOOK NOW! To hold your room, a $250 non-refundable deposit must be received before May 20th. Your final payment is due August 1. A passport is required. Checks should be made payable to “Friends of the Central Orange Senior Center”, PO Box 8181, Hillsborough, NC 27278. The Friends also accept Master Card, Visa, and Discover Card for a 3% charge. Call 919-245-2015 for more information and to register.

CARRBORO RECREATION & PARkS DEPARTMENT PROGRAMSThe following programs are spon-sored by the Carrboro Recreation & Parks Department. To register, call919-918-7364. Unless otherwise stated, trips will leave from the Car-rboro Town Hall parking lot, and programs will be held in the Cen-tury Center, 100 N Greensboro St, Carrboro.

GOLdEN TrAIL SErIESWalk In Registration Only: This walking group gets you out and about on local trails. Transporta-

tion from the Town Commons park-ing lot is offered or individuals can meet or follow us to the trail head. Binoculars are always encouraged. Water is always a must bring! Your physician’s recommendation for your participation is encouraged. Call Dana Hughes at 919-918-7372 to find out more specific trail diffi-culty information. Pre-Registration required for all trips.

WHITE PINES NATURE PRESERVEThe Triangle Land Conservancy (TLC) purchased the White Pines Nature Preserve in 1986. The site is located where the Deep and Rocky Rivers meet, and covers 258 acres. The Preserve is home to several stands of white pine with some trees over 150 years old and 30 inches in diameter. The forest is also host to Catawba rhododendron, 200 yr old beech trees, and many wildflowers. Be sure to bring your water bottle.Fee: $4 Town Commons Parking LotFri, Jun 1 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

DURANT NATURE PARKEnjoy a scenic hike around beautiful Durant Nature Park in north Raleigh. Red-eyed Vireo, Yellow-throated Warbler, Ovenbird, and Summer Tanager can often be seen in sum-mer. Be sure to bring your water bottle and a snack. Fee $4 Town Commons Parking LotWed, Jul 25 8:30am - 12:30pm

LAKE CRABTREE HIKEWe will start with the Old Beech Na-ture Trail. This short loop is a foot-path marked with signs highlighting points of interest such as a massive Beech tree, a tree identification cen-ter, and an old saw mill site. Then we will explore some of the Lake Trail as time permits. Be sure to bring your water bottle and a snack.Fee $4 Town Commons Parking LotTues, Aug 7 8:30am - 12:30pm

dAy TrIPSWalk In Registration Only: Carr-boro Recreation and Parks trips are known for their fine company, back road ambling, and interest-piquing destinations. Transportation by van, departing from Carrboro Town Hall and return times are approximate. Please inquire regarding wheelchair accessibility. In order to receive a refund you must cancel 2 weeks be-fore the trip.

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RALEIGH LITTLE THEATRE – “THE BOYFRIEND”The Jazz Age lives on in this light ro-mantic spoof of 1920s musical com-edy. With its catchy tunes, period dances (including the Charleston) and winning sense of humor, it is a spar-kling, tongue-in-cheek 1920s romp in the spirit of “No, No, Nanette”. Writ-ten in the 1950s as “a new musical of the twenties,” this is still considered the most successful, and witty of the send-up musicals, with the style of earlier, lighter-hearted and more dis-arming days.Fee: $19 Town Commons Parking LotSun, Jun 10 2 – 6 pm

SNOW CAMP OUTDOOR THEATRE “PATHWAY TO FREEDOM”Come watch this amazing Outdoor Drama in Snow Camp. “Pathway to Freedom” is an exciting account of the struggles and heroism of the 1840s and 1850s along the “Under-ground Railroad” from NC to Indiana. Both individuals, and some of the or-ganized religions, fought slavery in the legislature and on the farms, while some led volunteers and free slaves to help escaping slaves to freedom. We will be having dinner before the performance. Be sure to bring money for dinner. You must register by June 15th.Fee: $18 Town Commons Parking LotFri, Jul 27 5:15 - 10:30 pm

BARN DINNER THEATRE – “SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN”Let us take you back to a simpler time, 1938, where you become part of Mt Pleasant Church in NC’s congrega-tion. Pastor Oglethorpe is determined to move his flock into the “modern world” by inviting the Singing Sand-ers Family to join him. The musical tal-ent is surpassed only by the side split-ting hilarity of the characters. Price includes lunch, gratuity and transpor-tation. Must register by July 13.Fee: $49 Town Commons Parking LotTues, Aug 21 11:45 am - 5:30 pm

BINGOTake a break from your busy schedule and join friends at the Century Center for an afternoon of bingo. You can play ten games. Enjoy a snack, try your luck and win prizes! Call 919-918-7364 to register.Fee: FREE Century CenterTues, Jun 5; Mon, Aug 202 - 3:30 pm

BINGO - JULY 4THCarrboro Town HallWed, Jul 4 1:30 - 2:30 pm

INTRODUCTION TO CORN HOLE WITH LIVE MUSICJoin us for a morning of fun and en-tertainment. We will teach you how to play one of the fastest growing games that will be part of our local Orange County Senior Games in 2013. Corn Hole is a lawn game in which players take turns throwing bean bags at a raised platform with a hole in the far end. After our demonstration, we will have live music and refreshments.Fee: FREE Century CenterThurs, Jul 19 9:30 - 11:30am

SENIOR PICNIC Citizens 50+ are invited to enjoy an af-ternoon of entertainment, good food, and friends. Don’t miss this tribute to the older adults in our community. There will be door prizes and great entertainment. Must register by July 30, call 919-918-7364.Fee: FREE Century CenterSat, Aug 11 4:30 pm

GAME dAyS AT COvENANT PLACECo-Sponsored with Covenant PlaceHere is your opportunity to exercise your body and mind. Exercise inside with the Nintendo ‘Wii’, card games and board games. Fee: FREE Covenant Place Tues, May 22 10:30 - 11:30 amThurs, Jun14; Jul 12; Aug 16

ACTIVE LIFE ICE CREAM SOCIALTake a break from all the summer heat and enjoy a cool afternoon treat. All you need is $1 and you will have a chance to make your own ice cream sundae. You must register and pay in advance. Fee: $1 Covenant PlaceTues, Aug 142 – 3 pm

POETRY WITH RICKY GARNIEach class will contain a variety of readings, discussions, writing work-shops and sharing of recollections that will direct our reflections towards the enrichment, focused reading, and crafting our own work. Fee: FREE Covenant Place 10:30 - 11:30 am

LISTENING TO THE POETSA collection of poems to read, think about, recite, and speculate about until we hear the poets read them. Thurs, May 17

BUT IS IT? How can you tell if something is poetry? We will read and discuss poetry of a new type (20th cen-tury) of formalism; poems that are unabashedly formal, tightly struc-tured, as well as unapologetically modern.Thurs, Jun 7

BRING YOUR KIDS AND GRAND-KIDS TO CLASSToday’s class will revisit our first ever exercise (“I Remember” and” Surre-alist Cut-ups”), but this time with the whole class working as a group.Sat, Jul 14

A VACATION FROM POETRY In June we talked about the line be-tween prose and poetry, and today we are going to cross it again and maybe back again more than once - considering the poetry of prose, not prose poetry.Thurs, Aug 9

Orange County Senior GamesSenior Games is a national year-round health promotion program for adults ages 55 +. Events are held locally with winners going to compete at the state level. Those winners then compete nationally. Activities in-clude clinics, tournaments, social activities, and SilverArts, a juried art show. For more information call Corina Riley, Senior Games Coordinator, at 919-968-2080 or Dana Hughes, 919-918-7372. The Recreation and Parks Departments of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and the Orange County Department on Aging are the local sponsors.

Orange County 2012 Senior Games Athletic Events were held from March 31 – April 27, and SilverArts are from April 9 until June 1.

We would like to say a big Thank You to the Friends of the Central Orange Senior Center and the Friends of the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center. They were our major sponsors and without their support the Awards Celebration on May 16 would not be possible. The celebration is open to Senior Games participants and their guests. Pre-registration is required.

Athletic Competition At the printing of this issue not all competitions have been completed. Please come by the Senior Centers for the final Orange County Senior Games results after May 16.

SilverArtsThe SilverArts show opened on April 2 with a lovely tea and reception, and items will remain on display until Thurs, May 31. All artwork must be picked up on Fri, June 1 between 1- 4 pm. The winners in Heritage Arts were: 1st place: Helen Fredrick, Lois Moran, Charles Foote, Peggy Lanier, Jane Levy; 2nd place: Helen Frederick; and 3rd place: Charley Norwood. The winners in Visual Arts were: 1st place Champe Revis, Patricia Merriman, Joseph Cammarato, Donna Schultz, Elizabeth Zangara, Janet Kelo, Faye Kalman; 2nd place: Pat Merriman, Joe Cam-marato, Helen Knapp, Donald Wood, Christine Berndt; and 3rd place: Faye Kal-man, Francis Miller, Peggy Lanier, Christine Berndt. Congratulations to all! The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners qualify to advance to the State competition and will receive information at the Awards Celebration on May 16. Good luck to all Orange County’s winners as you go to the next round!

NC Senior Games – State Finals

This program is sanctioned by NC Senior Games, Inc. It is sponsored statewide by the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services. For more information on State Finals, visit www.ncseniorgames.org

Early Bird Registration – Deadline: July 1Final Deadline: August 1

103 Meadowland Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • 919-245-2015Mailing address: P.O. Box 8181, Hillsborough, NC 27278Monday and Thursday 8 am - 9 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday 8 am – 8 pm;Friday 8 am – 5 pm; Saturday 9 am – 11 amManaged by Orange County Department on Aging with support from the Friends of the Senior Center for Central Orange

Lisa Berley, Front Desk Manager, 919-245-2015

Dawn Smith, Facility Manager, 919-245-2021

Terry Colville, Center Operations Manager, 919-245-2016, e-mail: [email protected]

Myra Austin, Senior Centers Administrator/ Acting Wellness Coordinator, 919-968-2073 or 919-245-2020, e-mail: [email protected]

Janice Tyler, Director, Department on Aging, 919-968-2071, e-mail: [email protected]

TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES AT THE SENIOR CENTER, CALL 919-245-2015.

2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 • 919-968-2070

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8 am - 5 pm; Tuesday and Thursday 8 am - 9 pm; Saturday 8 am - 2 pm

Managed by Orange County Department on Aging with support of Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation Department and Friends of the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center

Jerri Gale, Front Desk Manager, 919-968-2070

Robin Bailin, Facility Manager, 919-968-2058

Corina Riley, Program Asst. Manager, 919-968-2080

Cydnee Sims, Center Operations Manager, 919-969-3025, e-mail: [email protected]

Myra Austin, Senior Centers Administrator/ Acting Wellness Coordinator, 919-968-2073 or 919-245-2020, e-mail: [email protected]

Janice Tyler, Director, Department on Aging, 919-968-2071, e-mail: [email protected]

TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER, CALL 919-968-2070.

OC Web page: www.orangecountync.gov/aging

On-line registration is available for many of our programs through the above website. Program fees may be paid by using a credit card.

Both Senior Centers will be closed on July 4th for Independence Day.

NEED HELP FINDING A PLACE TO VOLUNTEER?

The RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program provides personal assistance to people at least 55 years of age who want to volunteer in a school, nonprofit or government agency. RSVP also develops and administers volunteer programming of its own where none may exist.

www.orangecountync.gov/aging/RSVPindex.asp

Kathy Porter, RSVP Project Director

Vicki Hill, Assistant Director

Judy Mathias, Senior Education Corps

Caroline Wood, Administrative Assistant

Call 919-968-2070 or Email: [email protected]

A service of Orange County Dept on Aging, the Corporation for National & Community Service, National Senior Service Corps with local support from the Towns of Carrboro & Chapel Hill.

Are you experiencing an Aging Transition?Orange County Department on

Aging/Aging Transitions Division is designed to provide information, con-sultations, and services to older adults and their families as they face changing health needs, relocations, widowhood, and other age-related issues. Email: [email protected]

Mary Fraser, DSW, Aging Transitions Administrator

Carla Allison, BSW, Social Worker

Latonya Brown, MHSA, Aging Resource & Benefits Specialist

Carolyn Jefferson, RN, BSN, Dementia Outreach Coordinator

Mary-Lynn Piven, PhD, RN, Mental Health Consultant

Pam Tillett, MSW, Social Worker & Care Manager

Mary-Ann Weston, MSW, Social Worker

Jenny Womack, MA, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist

Call 919-968-2087 and Talk to a Professional

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