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SENIOR CENTERSNote from the Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Senior Times NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7RSVP Volunteer Opportunities . . . . . 8-9Wellness Opportunities . . . . . . . . . 9-14SeniorNet Computer Classes . . . . . 14-16Support Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17

Arts & Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-20Bridge Classes & Games . . . . . . . 20-21Language & Other Classes . . . . . 21-22Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-26Athletics & Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27Orange County Senior Games . . . . . . 28

Interest Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28Organizations & Club Meetings . . 28-29Lunch at the Centers & Movies . . . . . 29Seniors on the Road . . . . . . . . . . 30-31Carrboro Senior Programming . . . . . . 31Aging Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Senior TimesDecember 2010 - February 2011

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.

“2011 - Time to Get Fit!”

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Telehealth MonitoringWould you like to confidentially track your blood pressure, weight and pulse on a weekly

basis without having to write? You can! Just participate in this free computer-monitoring health care system at the Central Orange Senior Center in Hillsborough, Mon – Fri from 8 am – 5 pm. Before beginning, participants will be screened for cardiovascular disease and dia-betes risk factors by answering health questions and recording their blood pressure, pulse, and weight. After the screening, people can participate in the kiosk Telehealth monitoring program. This wonderful self-managed program is made possible by the Carol Woods’ Com-munity Connections project funded by Duke Endowment. Call Myra Austin on Tues and Fri at Central Orange Senior Center at 245–2027, or on Mon, Wed and Thurs at 968–2073 to schedule your initial appointment.

How to Select an In-Home Care Provider – A Workshop for Family Caregivers

Are you thinking about professional in-home care for your aging parent or relative? Do you know the warning signs that indicate in-home care may be necessary? Do you know how to select an in-home care provider and check agency and caregiver credentials?

This workshop will help you determine when in-home care is needed, learn tips and guidelines on how to select an in-home care provider, and where to find reliable resources for more information. This event will be held at the Seymour Center on Wed, Jan 26 from 2 – 4 pm. Call Latonya Brown, Department on Aging at 968-2082, or Stephen Lair from Home Instead, at 933-3300 for more informa-tion. Fee: FREE

Registration Process for Senior Center Classes/Programs

Just a reminder that we are using a new computerized registration sys-tem, so it may take us a little longer to get you registered. Please be pa-tient. It will help us greatly if you will come into the Center to pre-register for activities. For classes that require a payment, you will not be officially registered until we receive your pay-ment. All participants will need to complete a Senior Center registration form, which is required for all classes and events.

Check out our column in the Chapel Hill Herald Newspaper

Just a reminder, we have a column in the Chapel Hill Herald on Sun, Dec. 26 and Jan 30.

FOR MEN ONLY Dementia Caregivers’ Support Group for Men

Meet with other male caregivers to share experiences, learn new skills, and learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias. Please call 968-2087 to get more information and to register for the sessions. Seymour Center on 3rd Fri: Dec 17, Jan 21, Feb 18 from 10 – 11:30 am.

For Men’s Ears OnlyDo you have something you’d like to discuss that only other men would under-

stand? If so, our new men’s group is for you. It will encourage older men living in Orange County to discuss issues important to them. Topics may include but are not limited to: men’s health, the Southern male’s experience, the transplanted to the South male’s experience, men’s perspectives on current events - and much more which will be decided by the group. Light refreshments will be served. The group will meet at the Seymour Center on 2nd and 4th Tues: Dec 14, Jan 11, Jan 25 from 1 – 2 pm. Contact: Daniel Lewis at 968–2070 for more information.

Volunteer for Tax SeasonWant to help low- to middle-in-

come clients with their taxes and make a difference in their lives? VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is a free IRS service for eligible clients. The tax program provides a broad range of volunteer opportunities. IRS trained and tested volunteers serve as tax preparers, quality reviewers and tax room managers. Administrative volunteers serve as support coordina-tors, interpreters, return transmitters, computer specialists or statisticians. Volunteers are also needed to join the Telephone Team to schedule appoint-ments or make reminder calls. RSVP is also looking for bilingual volunteers to serve. Training is provided. Call 968-2054 or 968-2057.

2011 is just around the corner and that brings with it a perfect time to make those New Year’s resolutions! We hope

that one of your top ones will be to visit your local Senior Center and to get involved. This issue of Senior Times is

packed with lots of new programs. And what’s a more perfect time than a new year to start that fitness

program? We are featuring pictures of some of our classes on the front cover of this issue of Senior Times.

We offer classes for all fitness levels, as well as memberships to the Seymour Center Fitness Studio and reduced rates at

the Triangle Sportsplex. Call your local Senior Center to get your free Physical Function Screen and find out just how fit you are or what you need to do to get in shape. Happy New Year and I look forward to seeing you at your local Senior Center.

Sincerely, Janice TylerSenior Times Managing Editor

Interim Director, Orange County Department on [email protected]

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Third Class of “Town Treasures” HonoredOn Valentine’s Day, Feb 14, from 3 – 5 pm, the third group of “Town Treasures”

will be permanently hung in the Seymour Center to join the two previous classes. Until then, they’re on display at the Chapel Hill Historical Society. These outstand-ing older adults have guided, ministered, taught, and led the Chapel Hill-Carrboro communities for many years. Their contributions and examples help us link the past with the present.

Award-winning local photographer, Catharine Carter, took pictures of all the “Town Treasures”. Each black and white portrait captures them either at home or in a location that reflects their contributions to our community. In addition, local writ-ers interviewed the honorees to document their favorite community memories, as well as the local changes they’ve witnessed.

The “Treasurers” honored this year are: Anne Barnes, Jean Holcomb, Bitty Hol-ton, Richard Johnson, Ellie Kinnaird, Jane “Coolie” Monroe, Mary Morrow, Bob Pat-ton, Velma Perry, Margie Pfaff, Elizabeth Ryan, and Clarence Whitefield. When you see these special photographs, you’ll come away from your “visits” with a greater knowledge of our local history, as well as an appreciation for some of the many people who’ve made this area so special.

A Valentine’s Day reception will be held on Mon, Feb 14 from 3 – 5 pm at the Seymour Center, co-sponsored by the Friends of the Seymour Center. It will honor these very special “Treasures” who’ve been such an integral part of the communi-ty’s “heart”. Having their portraits permanently hung in the Seymour Center, where they can be readily seen, is an honor. Come join us for this very special occasion!

Many thanks to our event sponsors that helped make the Department on Aging’s 30th Anniversary

Celebration a success!

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Friends of The Robert & Pearl Seymour Center

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Third Annual Resource Connections Fair – Wed, Mar 23

The Orange County Department on Aging is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Resource Connections Fair to be held on Wed, Mar 23, 2011 at University Mall in Chapel Hill from 10 am to 2 pm. This FREE public event will provide important resources for both seniors and their families, and will inform, motivate and empower Seniors and Caregivers to help them take charge of their lives. The theme is “Live Well, Laugh Often, and Love Much.” The Resource Connec-tions Fair will also have refreshments, entertainment, raf-fles and other wellness displays - FREE of charge. Aging specialists will be available for consultations and to answer your questions or concerns. Information will be available on Assisted Living, Local Specialty Clinics, Adult Daycare, Alzheimer’s Disease, Legal Planning, Financial Counseling, Medicare, Home Care, Medical Equipment - and much more. Come find out what resources are available, and learn how Orange County can assist you now and in the future.

Nursing Homes and Adult Care Homes – Getting Good Care There

This workshop will empower family and friends to ad-vocate for quality care and quality of life for their loved ones living in nursing homes or adult care homes. You will learn what good care is and how you can partner with facility staff to foster care, that respects resident choice, dignity and individuality. Specific strategies to resolve the most common concerns such as not getting enough flu-ids, not getting proper grooming, not being taken to the bathroom as needed, and increased dependency will be discussed. Finally, outside resources to assist you in your advocacy efforts will be shared. Co-sponsored with Tri-angle J Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging- Ombudsman Program. Carmelita Karhoff and Charlotte Terwilliger, both Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman, will co-facilitate this workshop. The event will be held on Tues, Jan 11 from 3 – 5 pm at the Seymour Center.

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Las Vegas NightSaturday, February 12 6-10 pm • Central Orange Senior Center

To benefit the Central Orange Senior Center, the Friends are again sponsoring a fun-filled Las Vegas Night. This event sold out the last few years so get your tickets fast! Your ticket includes music, dancing, dinner, and $10,000 in gaming money (Black Jack, Roulette, etc) to use for bidding on prizes. Ticket cost is $20. Contact the senior center for additional information and ticket sales at 245-2015.

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In Praise of Age TV Show

In Praise of Age is a weekly award winning half-hour TV show dedicated to informing and entertaining Orange County citizens on issues of aging. It’s sponsored by the Dept on Aging, Carol Woods Retirement Community, and the Friends of the Sey-mour Center and Central Orange Senior Center.

The shows are broadcast on Saturdays at 12:30 pm and replayed at 7:30 pm on Time Warner Cable TV, Channel 8 in Chapel Hill and Channel 4 in Carrboro. The programs are also shown the following Mondays at 10:30 am at both the Seymour Center and Central Orange Senior Center, or on Tues-day if Monday is a Holiday.

In Praise of Age is celebrating the 30th an-niversary of the Department on Aging and Advisory Board on Aging by airing major historical events, key leaders, agencies and services that have improved the lives of older adults. These include the retire-ment events held for long time Depart-ment on Aging Director, Jerry Passmore, and Kate Barrett, Aging Transitions Divi-sion Administrator.

Nov 27: “30th Anniversary Celebration Dinner for the Dept on Aging and Adviso-ry Board” The program covers highlights of the celebration dinner held on Oct 1, 2010 at the Central Orange Senior Center. It features past and current employees, board members and other key contribu-tors to its history such as the Friends of the Senior Centers, and the Board of County Commissioners.

Dec 4: “Retirement Celebration Event for Jerry Passmore” The program highlights the Jul 14, 2010 event of song, dance and speeches given by staff and community leaders to recognize Jerry Passmore’s 33 years of service as the first director of the Orange County Dept on Aging.

Dec 11: “Farewell to Kate Barrett as Aging Transitions Administrator.” The program held on Aug 11, 2010 at the Seymour Cen-ter highlights Kate’s many achievements by staff, friends and others on her retire-ment after 13 years with the Dept on Ag-ing.

Dec 18: “Challenges on the Home Front: World War II” Sybil Skakle, Joe DiBona, Billie Elliott, and Marie Spinner share seg-

ments of a book by the local Writers Dis-cussion Group. The Group was formed in 1991 to promote literary efforts of older adults, and continues to meet at the Sey-mour Center. (Originally shown Jun 11, 2005)

Dec 25: “Kate Barrett- Helping Older Adults Transition Through Life” Host Jerry Pass-more interviews Kate Barrett who shares her personal experiences and reflections as Aging Transitions Administrator in the Dept on Aging over the last 13 years.

Jan 1: “Living Well: Wellness and Well-Being” What comprises an enjoyable life? Join Katherine Leith and guest Margie DeWoskin for a discussion of three com-ponents and four indicators of “successful living”. (Originally shown Mar 13, 2004)

Jan 8: “Shipwrecked in the Red Sea.” As part of a documentary class led by Dar-ryl and Mary Freedman, Marion Garig re-counts her 1997 ship wreck experience in the Red Sea and her rescue.

Jan 15: “Orange County Resource Connec-tions Fair- Part I.” Orange County held its second annual Information Fair on May 1, 2010 at the Seymour Center. This program covers interviews with several agency rep-resentatives who describe services avail-able to older adults and their families.

Jan 22: “Orange County Resource Con-nections Fair- Part II.” This Information Fair segment is a special program provided by Dr Adam Goldstein and Dr Christy Page of WCHL’s “Here’s to Your Health” radio show, as they answer health questions for older adults.

Jan 29:”Care at the End of Life.” Robert Seymour, host, talks to Martha Henderson who talks about her background, and end-of-life issues. This is a brief treatment of a complex issue. (Originally shown Jul 6, 2001)

Feb 5: “Boosting Brain Power: The Role of Novelty, Humor and Variety in Memory” Katherine Leith, host, talks to Dr Char-leen Swansea, Pres of Brain Gyms, who explores three dimensions of improving mental function. (Originally shown Oct 12, 2002)

Feb 12: “John Turner: A full and Storied Life.” Host Florence Soltys interviews John Turner, Dean Emeritus of the UNC

School of Social Work, who shares his exemplary career. (Originally shown Nov 16, 2002)

Feb 19: “I Gotta Go: Understanding and Treating Urinary Incontinence” Florence Soltys talks with UNC Geriatrician and Program on Aging Director Dr Jan Busby-Whitehead, and Clinical Researcher Jean Kincaid about the causes and treatment of incontinence. (Originally shown Feb 1, 2003)

Feb 26: ”Orange County’s Senior Realtor” Bill Olsen, shares his life as one of the area’s oldest practicing realtors, and one of the few Chapel Hill natives. (Originally shown Apr 21, 2007)

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LEGAL SERVICESLegal Aid of North Carolina, Inc is a

non-profit, federally funded organization that provides free legal assistance, advice, and representation to low-income indi-viduals and senior citizens on a variety of non-criminal legal issues. At areas includ-ing consumer/debtor issues, public benefit denials/appeals, employment, mortgage foreclosure defense, housing and family law. At the senior centers they execute Simple Wills, Living Wills, Powers of Attor-ney and Health Care Powers of Attorney. Volunteer attorneys, including James Wil-de and James Sheldon, donate their time to execute documents and advise people on elder law issues. APPOINTMENTS ARE NEEDED. To schedule one, call (800) 672-5834 Mon through Fri 9 am – 5 pm.

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Tues: Dec 7, 14; Jan 4,11; Feb 1,8 9 am – 12 noon

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Are You, or a Loved One, Coping With a Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or Mild Dementia?

The Insight Group is offered by the Or-ange County Department on Aging, and meets twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Fridays at the Seymour Center. The group is participant directed. It focuses on per-sonal and social interaction, activities, and sharing mutual experiences. To learn more about this program and to schedule an ap-pointment, please call Aging Transitions at 968-2087. An appointment and interview are required to join the group. Fee: FREE

Arc of Orange County Holiday Bingo!

The Arc of Orange is having BINGO for seniors at the Sheraton Hotel at

1 Europa Dr, on Tues, Nov 30 from 9 – 11 am. Get ready to play, all you bingo lovers! There will be great prizes and

refreshments. While there, you can take a sneak peek at 50 magnificent holiday trees and Wreaths, and stop by the holi-

day store featuring arts and crafts. For more information, contact

Cydnee Sims at 969-3025. FREE

Physical Therapy Clinics offered at Senior CentersAre you in need of some physical therapy? Has your healthcare provider prescribed it? It’s avail-able Tuesdays and Thursdays at both the Sey-mour and Central Orange Senior Centers. Private Insurance and Medicare accepted. Call 732-6600

for an appointment at the Seymour Center, Cha-pel Hill, with University Physical Therapy. Call 624-0388 for an appointment at the Central Or-ange Senior Center, Hillsborough with ElderFit In Home Rehab Physical Therapy.


Still Looking for Homes for PortraitsWe hope that you have had a chance to visit Edie Cohn’s exhibit at the Seymour Center. Edie Cohn is an artist who has been doing portraits in this area for the last 30 years. In the early 1980s she was the mod-erator for life drawing classes at the Carr-boro ArtsCenter in Carr Mill Mall. She often invited senior citizens from the Meet Your Neighbor Club (which was also in Carr Mill Mall), to pose for her class instead of hir-ing models. Now, 25 to 30 years later, she wants to find homes for all of the portraits that she’s kept safe all these years. Many of them are identified and we’d like to find either the people who posed, or their families, for the others so that these very special and lovely portraits can find their permanent homes. The portraits are on view through Dec 2 at the Seymour Center. After the show, the models, or their fam-ily members, may take the drawings home (there may be a nominal charge). For more information, call Janice Tyler at 968-2071 or email her at [email protected], or Cydnee Sims at 969-3025 at [email protected].

Should You Change Your Medicare Part D Plan?Mark your calendar for the Medicare Pt D Annual Enrollment Period – Mon, Nov 15 – Fri, Dec 31.

Each year most Medicare Pt D plans change the medications they cover, as well as their premiums. This may mean that you will have higher drug costs and/or premiums if you stay with your cur-rent plan for 2011. Find out if your Medicare Pt D 2011 plan will offer you the best prescription drug coverage, and be the most cost-effective, by coming to a free Medicare Clinic at an Orange County senior center. Trained Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) volunteers will help you evaluate your Pt D options – which may result in saving you money! Take advantage of this brief annual period when you can change to a different plan without a penalty. However, people on subsidies can change plans throughout the year. To find out if you’re eligible for a subsidy, as well as for other Medicare or health insurance questions, call Latonya Brown, SHIIP Coordinator, at 968-2082. To schedule your personal Medicare Pt D appointment, call 968-2070 for the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill, or 245-2015 for the Central Orange Senior Center in Hillsborough.

Will You Be Turning 65 Soon?Will you be turning age 65 within the next six months? If so, this seminar is for you! The

Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and the Orange County Department on Aging are hosting a Medicare Information Seminar on Wed, Jan 12 from 10 am – 12 noon at the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill, and Fri, Jan 14 from 10 am – 12 noon at Central Orange Senior Center in Hillsborough. There will be an overview of the Medicare enrollment process, coverage under Medicare Pt A, B, and Medicare Pt D prescription plan choices, as well as supplemental insurance plans. People, including those retiring from the state system and those continuing to work, are encouraged to attend. Come, learn about retiree health coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (Pt C) and how to choose the right plans for you. In addition, there will be information on subsidies that help pay for Medicare Pt B and Medicare Pt D for those with qualifying incomes. If you have any questions, please call Latonya Brown at 968-2082.

Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is Dec 5 - 11

To celebrate Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, the UNC Division of Occupational Science and the Or-ange County Department on Aging are offering a workshop and CarFit event geared to older women driv-ers. Current research has shown that: (1) women often stop driving before they need to, and (2) women often provide transportation for other older adults who are no longer driving.

To support women age 65+ who are continuing to drive, the work-shop will cover:

(1) Basic Car Maintenance and Safety for Women Drivers

(2) Maintaining Safe Driving skills as you age

(3) CarFit – Assessing how your car fits you. CarFit has trained technicians who lead driv ers through a 12-point checklist

to determine the “fit” of their vehicle and to recommend possible adjustments or re sources for continued driv ing safety. It is a national initiative co-sponsored by AARP, AAA and the American Occupational Therapy Association

Faculty and students from the De-partment on Aging and the UNC Divi-sion of Occupational Science as well as guest experts will facilitate these sessions.

All the participants will have the opportunity to take part in each sec-tion. Refreshments will be served. Enrollment is limited to 25 people. Fee: FREE. The workshop, including CarFit, will be held at the Central Or-ange Senior Center on Thurs, Dec 9 from 9 am – 12 noon.

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Lunch Reservations are Critical!We are fast approaching the maximum num-

ber of meals that we can serve daily, so it is more important than ever for you to make your meal reservation. We are facing a significant rate increase from our caterer while the number of meals that we are serving daily continues to grow. Voluntary and confidential donations for lunch are more important than ever. The daily lunches for people age 60+ are funded by Fed-eral funds from the Older Americans Act, as well as funds from the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill and Hillsborough, and Orange County Govern-ment and United Way. For people under the age for 60, the cost is $5 per lunch.

All lunch program participants are request-ed to make a reservation at the front desks of the senior centers by noon of the day before they’d like to have lunch. This will help guar-antee that enough meals are ordered for ev-eryone, and provide better service. Any extra meals will be made available on a first-come, first-served basis to those who didn’t make a reservation.

To make a reservation, call:Seymour Center: 968-2070Central Orange Senior Center: 245-2015

Are You a Caregiver Running on Empty?

Are you an unpaid caregiver, who needs a break from your caregiving responsibilities? If so, you may want to take advantage of the Orange County Department on Aging’s Caregiver’s Day Out pro-gram. It gives caregivers a chance to take a break while their loved ones socialize and participate in group activities and exercises. Caregiver’s Day Out is limited to 10 participants and is presently taking new applications. The program is FREE for qualify-ing participants and is held each Wednesday from 11 am to 4 pm at the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center . If you are interested in being considered for participation or would like more information, please contact our dementia outreach coordinator, Carolyn Jefferson. RN, BSN at 929-1742.

Thanks for the Grand Piano!The Orange County Department on Aging

would like to say a big “thank you” to Helen Shea Johnson’s family for the donation of a Baldwin Grand Piano to the Seymour Center. Ms Johnson taught piano for over 40 years, as well as being a choir director and church organ-ist for several churches in Connecticut and Flor-ida. She worked all of her life at being able to play Bach well, along with Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and Debussy. Even up to a couple of weeks before her death, Ms Johnson was play-ing Bach! She loved her piano and her family was delighted to gift it to the Center. They are especially pleased that it is being used several times a month for Waltzing practice on Thursday nights, where her daughter, Mara Shea, an ac-complished and well known fiddle player, fre-quently plays with the piano.

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New “Chimes” Sculpture at the Seymour CenterHave you noticed the new sculpture at the Seymour Center? We are pleased to be a site of the

Town of Chapel Hill’s Sculpture Visions 2010-11 Art Exhibition. Our piece is called “Chimes” by Adam Walls. The artist lives in Laurinburg and teaches at UNC-Pembroke. Chimes is 11X4X4 ft and is made of weathering steel. Drop by the center and see the sculpture and also pick up a brochure listing the other sculpture locations around Chapel Hill.


Free Tax Help for All Ages

Volunteer Income Tax Assis-tance (VITA), a FREE tax service, will be provided Feb – Apr 15, 2011 for clients of any age whose family income is low to moder-ate. Appointments will be made beginning Jan 18. Non-English-speaking clients must bring an interpreter with them. Appoint-ments for the homebound or disabled can be made by special arrangement. IRS-certified vol-unteers are trained to prepare computerized federal and state tax returns. Returns are filed electronically at no charge. If your tax return is complex or lengthy, please contact a paid tax consultant. More informa-tion will be available after Jan 1 at local libraries and online. RSVP-VITA is sponsored and co-ordinated by RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program www.co.orange.nc.us/aging/vita.asp. The service will be available Mon through Sat in Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsbor-ough, Pittsboro and Siler City. For appointments in Orange County, call the Seymour Center 968-2086 or the Orange Coun-ty Women’s Center 968-4610. Spanish-speaking clients call 245-2010. For appointments in Chatham County, call Kim Wie-land, 542-4512. Spanish-speak-ing clients call 742-1448. Walk-in clients may be served if there is an open appointment and must arrive no later than 2 hours prior to closing time for the tax site.

Senior Times Pick-Up Locations

Due to budget cuts, the Senior Times is no longer being mailed. However, it will continue to be in the Sunday Herald Sun newspaper. More drop-sites and rack locations for the Se-nior Times, and people to deliver them, are needed. If you know of any additional locations other than those listed, or want to volunteer, please call Vicki Hill in RSVP at 968-2056.

Current locations in Chapel Hill-Carrboro: Carol Woods, Carolina House, Carrboro Town Hall, Cedars, Chapel Hill Library, Chamber of Commerce, First Baptist Manley Estates, Hatfield Berang Hearing Center, and Whole Foods.

Hillsborough has the following locations: Cup-A-Joe, OCIM (Orange Congregations in Mission) Meals on Wheels and Thrift Shop, Or-ange County Library, Orange County Govern-ment on Margaret Lane, Piedmont Health, and UNC Family Practice Center.

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New Massage Therapist at Central Orange Senior CenterMassage Therapy has resumed at the Central Orange Senior Center

with a new licensed massage therapist, Stephanie Nussbaum. Steph-anie has over 12 years of experience as a Licensed Bodywork Mas-sage Therapist. This includes providing Manual Rehabilitation within medical facilities, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City and Plum Spring Clinic in Chapel Hill. Stephanie specializes in the following areas of massage treatments using a loving presence to provide client focused therapy: Rehabilitation, Medical (includ-

ing cancer, Parkinson’s, and immune disorders), scar/burn therapy, Myofascial Release, Sports, Swedish, Pre and Post Natal, Reiki and Cranial-Sacral, in addition to Hospice and end of life needs. She also has reasonable prices and a short 15-minute massage. Check out her pricing schedule under the Massage Therapy information in the Well-ness-Individual Services section. You can also find information on the massage therapy services at the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill.


Call RSVP Volunteer Program 968-2056 or visit www.orangecountync.gov KEYWORD: RSVP

• Monthly by the 10th: Submit your RSVP hours to the RSVP Office

• First Fridays: Seymour Garden plan-ning meeting

• Nov 24 - Dec 4: Help kick off the Festival of Trees public display and si-lent auction for The Arc as Greeters, Tree Monitors, Registration Table, Bingo Call-ers. Benefits clients and families of The Arc. 942-5119 (ext 111), or go to www.arcoforange.org

• Dec 8: Orientation VITA volunteers, Seymour Center, TBA

• Dec 9: Reception for Central Orange SC Volunteers, Hillsborough 3 pm

• Jan 3-7, 2011 Tax Preparation Train-ing: Seymour Center. Information pack-ets go out in Nov. 968-2054

• Jan 8, 2011 Special Olympics Bas-ketball Qualifier for 25 teams. Volunteers to help set up, register, keep score

• Jan 3-14, 2011 Children’s Book Drive, drop off children’s books only, Seymour Center

• Jan 12, 2011 Tues, 10 am or at 1 pm: Training for VITA Appointment Schedul-ers, Seymour Center, 968-2057

• Jan-Feb: Training-Chapel Hill-Carr-boro City Schools-5:30 - 9 pm. Reading Partners either Thurs, Jan 20 or Wed, Jan 26. ESL tutor training either Thurs, Jan 27 or Wed, Feb 2 www.chccs.k12.nc.us

• Feb 13, 2011: Volunteer for Chocolate Affaire: greeters, set up, auction tables

• May 5, 2011: RSVP Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon by invitation

WELCOME, NEW RSVP VOLUNTEERSLisa Berley, Russell Blackwell, David Bruckenstein, Carol

Chambers, Dorothy Clayton, Gail Cox, Jean Edmonds, Marsha Efland, Helen Goodfield, Janice Graham, DeWitt “Dee” Hamilton, Mildred Harris, Gwen Harvey, Ann Holtzman, Barbara Hummel, Marilyn Jetter, Frances Jones, Julie Konishi, Julie La, Joycelyn Leigh, Wendy Rosenstock, Lawrence Rowan, Richard Tofte, Susan Wilburn.

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What It Is: RSVP 55+!Last year, 530 RSVP volunteers age 55 and over served

100 nonprofit agencies across Orange County. They report-ed more than 63,000 service hours.

While these numbers may appear high, they are a drop in the bucket when you consider there are over 12,000 citizens age 55+ in Orange County. Just imagine what the numbers would be if they were all RSVP volunteers! With adequate volunteer support, nonprofit agencies could reach their full community service capacity and expand, but without vol-unteers, most would cease to exist. In return, volunteers receive personal satisfaction and according to the research, have longer and healthier lives.

Whether an agency has 500 volunteers or five, there’s always a call for more. Agencies provide RSVP with job de-scriptions for their volunteer needs. RSVP then recruits and matches volunteers based on their interests with the appro-priate opportunity. If the puzzle doesn’t fit, the process is repeated until volunteers find their niches. RSVP works to bring the two together and ensure a smooth relationship.

At the same time RSVP works to identify unmet commu-nity needs and develop new programming. For example:

• Senior Education Corps, a partnership with the schools to match volunteers age 55+ to build literacy skills in read-ing and math. Last year, the program matched 28 volun-teers with 109 schoolchildren.

• A free income tax assistance program for eligible cli-ents - RSVP-VITA is offered in partnership with the IRS and is the second largest VITA program in the state. Last tax season 106 volunteers served 2,005 clients.

Other benefits to RSVP volunteers include free insurance coverage while on assignment; if needed, help with mile-age incurred while volunteering; updates on new volunteer opportunities; and recognition for their contributions. RSVP is a nationwide organization, federally sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service.

RSVP Volunteers, Call UsOnce a year RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program will ask for your help in updating

your volunteer record. Give us a call or send us an email. This information re-mains confidential and is required by our federal sponsor, the Corporation for National and Community Service. If your record is not up-to-date when we are planning special events, you may not receive information, such as the invita-tion to our annual recognition luncheon. Never hesitate to call Caroline to make changes at 918-2806, or go to [email protected].

Please let us know of changes in the following:(1) Contact information, including email(2) Current volunteer placements(3) Name of your car insurance company(4) Driver’s license expiration date for your free RSVP supplemental liability

insurance coverage(5) The beneficiary (name and contact information) for your free RSVP life in-

surance policy(6) Emergency contact name, relationship, phone, address(7) If you change your volunteer service, if you drop out then re-start later, or

decide to volunteer elsewhere.

Why Report Volunteer Service HoursTracking RSVP volunteer data is a valuable tool in detailing

and highlighting how senior volunteers impact communities across our nation. RSVP reports keep the federal sponsor aware of what senior volunteers actually accomplish, and how valu-able they are to the operation of hundreds of nonprofit organiza-tions, schools, health care facilities and our town governments. Without the tracking done by RSVP, the efforts of senior volun-teers would remain unidentified in a comprehensive way. This would lead to a total lack of knowledge as to the true impact of today’s senior service contributions on the welfare of each and every citizen.

RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program asks its volunteers to report ser-vice hours by the 10th of the month following service, or find out if your nonprofit agency reports RSVP hours for you. If you have questions or need report forms, call RSVP.

In 2009-2010, 530 RSVP volunteers served 62,483 hours through Orange County non-profit agencies, which would equal 30 fulltime employees.

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One-time VolunteersGet to know the community by

volunteering for a one-time event. Register with RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program to receive announcements of short-term projects. You decide if you want to give it a try. Call RSVP at 968-2056. • Theaters...set construction, ushers, box office, ticket stuffing• Golf Tournament fundraisers…registration assistance, hole-in-one observers, snack area attendants, computer entry• Festival of Trees fundraiser to ben-efit clients and families of The Arc of Orange County, serving people who have or are at risk of having devel-opmental disabilities• MLK Day of Service, Children’s Book Drive

SeniorStridersUniversity Mall Walking program

Mall open for walkers every Monday – Friday, 7:30 am * 3RD TUESDAY EACH MONTH *

Dec 21 – Exercise & Stress Management for the Holidays - A Physical Therapist from University Physical Therapy will present information on the importance of exercising through the holidays and reducing stress.

Jan 18 –Benefits of Exercise on Reducing Risk of Cognitive Decline - Join Lisa Gwyther, MSW, Education Director, Bryan Alzheimer’s Disease

Research Center, Duke Medicine.

Feb 15 – Caring for Your Heart - Dr. Paula Miller, UNC Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, UNC Hospitals’ Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation,

and Director of Women’s Heart Program

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

REGISTRATION REQUIRED EACH MONTH BY CALLING 968-2070

Program supported with funding from:

UNC HEALTHCARE. Program sponsored by:

Chapel Hill Police Department’s Cop Shop at University Mall, Orange County Department on Aging, University Mall

For more information, contact: Myra Austin,

Wellness Coordinator 968-2073

Want To Volunteer?For personal assistance in finding your volunteer niche, RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program links people

55 years of age or over with nonprofit agencies. Visit us at the Seymour Center or call 968-2056 or go to www.orangecountync.gov/aging/RSVPindex.asp

• 50 Volunteers are needed one hour each month to distrib-ute 6,000 Senior Times through-out Orange County. We have indoor/outdoor racks, and many locations. (Senior Times can no longer be mailed due to budget cuts)

• Patient and caring volunteers needed to sit one on one with a student at the YMCA 9-10:30 am. Help teens recognize their strengths and complete school assignments. Training provided

• Train to assist seniors in navi-gating Medicare choices, health insurance and prescription is-sues

• Front desk volunteers can be

part of the action at the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill, the Central Orange Senior Center in Hills-borough, or choose from various other agencies

• Join us in the pleasures of gardening from the inside out. Looking for volunteers to help make plant labels, plan edu-cational garden programs and more

• Computer coaches are need-ed for SeniorNet classes at the Seymour Center. Help the in-structor teach seniors (50+) new computer skills. Topics vary from the Internet to photography

• Botanical Garden welcomes volunteers for front desk, gift

shop, greenhouse, propagation, tours, equipment/furniture repair

• Afternoon in an art gallery? Become a volunteer greeter with Hillsborough Arts Council. Help others learn about the arts around town. Open Tues – Sat, 1 - 4 pm

• Help adults improve their reading, math, writing and Eng-lish language skills, or work to-ward their GED (monthly volun-teer trainings). No prior tutoring or teaching experience is neces-sary. Call 636-4457, or go to www.orangeliteracy.org/tutors

• Housing re-sale store wel-comes cashiers, sales people, and donation intake volunteers


The fitness studio in the Seymour Center is 624-square feet 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, main-tain balance and build strength. The exercise machines were donated by UNC Health Care. Eligibility: Age 55+.

Membership Fees Individuals CoupleAnnual Rate: $200 (one lump sum) $300 Bi-Annual Rate: $120 (paid at 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 with completion of the physical function screen and membership fee payment. Non-county residents, and those wishing not to complete the required annual physical func-tion screen, may join at the following rates:

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

Scholarships are available. Contact Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, 968-2073.

Operational Hours NEW-Personal Trainer Staff Hours 8 am – 8:30 pm – Mon – Thurs Mon, 8:30–11:30 am, 1:30-4:30 pm 8 am – 4:30 pm – Fridays Tues & Thurs: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm 8 am – 1:30 pm – Saturdays Fri: 1:30 - 4:30 pm

Two Saturdays/month: 8:30 - 11:30 amAsk at front desk for specific days

FITNESS STUDIO: SEYMOUR CENTER, DEPARTMENT ON AGING, WELLNESS

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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 includ-ing: nutrition and meal planning, medications and monitoring, ex-ercise, dealing with diabetes, and detection and control of compli-cations. It follows the standards recommended by the American Diabetes Association and will be led by OC Health Department’s Registered Dietician, a Registered Nurse, with other health care professionals for a comprehen-sive care plan of managing your diabetes. A physician’s referral is needed to enroll in the program. Classes will be offered at the se-nior centers and other locations in the county. Please call Renee Kemske to enroll and to get more information, 245-2381. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WE12) Thurs, Jan 13 & 20 12 noon – 5 pmSouthern Human Services Center, Chapel Hill (1WE13) Thurs, Dec 9 & 16; Feb 10 & 17 12 noon – 5 pm

HEALTHY FOOD DEMOS

There will be foods you to taste, recipes, and nutritional break-down at each demo. Please note this program is a demonstration and not intended to be a full meal. Central Orange SC: (2WE14) Limited to the first 10 people registered. Minimum of 5 needed for program to be held. You may register for two demos, but only one with a restaurant. Registra-tion deadline is noon the Tues prior to the Thurs event. Com-mitment Fee: $10, payable at the front desk at the time of registra-tion. There’s no fee for the demo

Wellness Special Events

From the Health expert Everyone Welcome! Call the appropriate Center to regis-ter. If you live in the county outside the Chapel Hill Transit area, call OPT at 245-2008 for transportation. All of the programs are FREE. Notice: In order to provide presenta-tions on different topics, the Wellness Program hosts a variety of professionals. This does not mean an endorse-ment of providers, services, or method of treatment.

MEDICARE MADE CLEAR

Many seniors are confused by Medicare and need help un-derstanding the basics. This FREE seminar will be helpful for those enrolling for the first time, as well as those who want to check to see if their coverage still meets their needs. This seminar will explain the Medicare choices and the important differences between them. Seymour Center (1WE1) Wed, Dec 1 11 – 11:45 amCentral Orange SC (2WE2) Wed, Dec 15 11 - 11:45 am

TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT

Educational seminar on mul-tiple myeloma. This is a blood cancer that affects plasma cells and reduces a person’s ability to fight infections, makes them tire easily and causes kidney damage, bone damage, and pain. It is more prevalent in people over age 70, and there is a higher inci-dence in African-Americans than any other ethnic group. Seymour Center (1WE3) 11 – 11:45 am Wed, Dec 8Central Orange SC (2WE4) 11 – 11:45 am Tues, Dec 7

DON’T LET THE

BED BUGS BITE

Faculty from NC State Univer-sity, and the NC Department of Environmental Health-Pub-lic Health Pest Management Division, will address the current public health concern about Bed Bugs. You’ll learn the best way to prevent and rid your home of these pests. Seymour Center (1WE5) Wed, Jan 5 11 – 11:45 am Central Orange SC (2WE6)Wed, Jan 19 11 – 11:45 am

DENTAL CARE

Join Dr Armin Abron, DDS, MS, PA as he shares impor-tant information about caring for your teeth and gums for a lifetime. Seymour Center (1WE7) Tues, Dec 7, 9-11:30 amCentral Orange SC (1WE8) Tues, Dec 14, 9-11:30 am

STROKE – KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS

Do you know the warning signs of stroke? What are the best ways to prevent stroke? Faculty from UNC Healthcare will be available to share important information about strokes, the warning signs and ways to prevent them from happening.Seymour Center (1WE9) Wed, Feb 2 11 – 11:45 am Central Orange SC (2WE10) Wed, Feb 16 11 - 11:45 am

BOOST YOUR ENERGY

Begin your energy boost and rejuvenate throughout the week. This amazing class keeps your mind and body centered! Learn simple Chi-nese energy-moving tech-niques that you can do within minutes. For questions, call: 260-6291. Instructor: Cristina Flake. Fee: FREESeymour Center (1WE11) Mondays 3:30 – 4:50 pm

SENIOR CENTER SportsPlex Membership

Department on Aging - Wellness ProgramA special Membership fee is being offered exclusively to those join-

ing through the Senior Center. It includes Fitness and Cardio Centers, Group Exercise Classes (land and water) offered at the SportsPlex fa-cility and Aquatics Center. Eligibility: Citizens age 55 and older are eligible to join.

Membership Fees Individuals CoupleAnnual Rate: $300 $420Payable in Full by: Cash, Check or Credit Card - or monthly with a $25 draft for individuals and $35 draft for couples.

The $49 new membership joining fee is waived with comple-tion of the physical function screen and membership fee payment. Non-county residents and those wishing not to complete the annual required physical function screen may join the SportsPlex directly at the following rates:

Individual: $35.99 – monthly $431.88 – annually

Couple: $49.99 – monthly $599.88 – annually

Scholarships are available. Requests should be directed to Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, 968-2073.

Operational Hours 5:30 am – 10 pm Monday – Friday 7 am – 10 pm Saturdays • 12 noon – 7 pm Sundays

Triangle SportsPlex ProgrammingAvailable with Your Senior Center SportsPlex Membership.

Please visit www.trianglesportsplex.com for monthly class schedule.


by the students. Thurs, Dec 16 - TBA 3 - 5 pm Thurs, Jan 13 - TBA 3 – 5 pm Thurs, Feb 10 Riverside Restaurant 3 – 5 pm Seymour Center: (1WE15)

Limited to the first 15 people reg-istered. Minimum of 5 needed for the program to be held. You may register for two demos, but only one with a restaurant. Registra-tion deadline is 5 pm on the Thurs prior to an event. Commitment Fee: $10, payable at the front desk at time of registration. There’s no fee for the demo by the students. Tues, Dec 7 Lynn Edgar, Personal Chef 3 – 5 pm Tues, Jan 4 TBA 3 – 5 pm Tues, Feb 1 UNC Nutrition Students 3 - 5 pm

INTERGENERATIONAL CREATIVITY

Do you want to share some of your experiences with children, 3 – 5 years of age? Would you like to help them explore music, stretching, crafts and creativity? We’ve designed a new pilot proj-ect for a few children and adults to explore their creativity to-gether. Limited number of spaces available for adults and children. Session I: Finger-painting Session II: Music and Movement Session III: Play with Clay Session IV: Music (Rhythm Band) Registration Deadline: Jan 28 Fee: FREE Central Orange SC (2WE16) Fri, Feb 4 - 25 10 – 11 am

INTRODUCTION TO REFLExOLOGY

Learn how to relieve your own discomforts by rubbing acupunc-ture points on your hands. Mas-saging specific areas can loosen congestion, sinuses, neck or sore back muscles, aching finger joints, improve circulation, digestion and elimination. The workshop will be led by a Certified Healing Touch practitioner with over 20 years experience applying reflexology and Touch for Health techniques.

Vimle Bajpai, the Seymour Center Reflexologist, will be on hand to assist in this process. Regis-tration Deadline: Mon, Dec 13 Instructor: Fran Dionne Fee: FREESeymour Center (1WE17) Wed, Dec 15 10:30 – 11:30 am

LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS

FREE interactive 6-week course designed to help people with chronic diseases. Includes: (1) techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation; (2) appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance; (3) appropriate use of medication; (4) communicating effectively with family, friends and health professionals; (5) nutrition; and (6) how to evaluate new treat-ments. Each participant will re-ceive a copy of the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Condi-tions”. The program is designed to enhance regular disease treat-ment and disease specific educa-tion. Facilitators: Myra Austin and Pam Tillett Fee: FREE Central Orange SC (2WE18) TBA – Mar 2011 Seymour Center (1WE19) TBA – Mar 2011

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 designed 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. Registration Dead-line is Thursday before the classes begin the following week. Facilita-tors: Myra Austin and Becci Ritter Fee: FREE Central Orange SC (2WE20) TBA – Mar 2011 Seymour Center (1WE21) TBA – Mar 2011

MINDFULNESS PROGRAM “MINI COURSE”

This course will help participants learn to develop skills for living life to its fullest. These tech-niques, called Mindfulness, will help you learn how to draw on your own inner resources to ac-cess your natural capacity for self care and healing. Instructor: Paula Huffman. Registration Deadline: Wed, Jan 19 Fee: $65 – new re-duced rateCentral Orange SC (2WE22) Mon, Jan 24, 31; Feb 7, 14 6:30 – 8:30 pm

NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM

This is a 12-week series structured to help family members under-stand and support their ill rela-tive while maintaining their own well-being. For family members of close relatives with: Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (manic depression), Schizophrenia and Schizophrenia Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Borderline Personal-ity Disorder. The class is limited to 25 people. To register, contact: Gove Elder (967-5403) or for confi-dential inquiries, email [email protected]. Fee: FREESeymour Center (1WE23) Thurs, Feb 3 – Apr 28 6:30 – 9 pm

WELLNESS CLASSES Program registrations are neces-sary: Program participants should complete, or update, a registra-tion form annually. Forms are at the registration desks. Fees for classes may be mailed or brought to the appropriate center. Cash and checks are acceptable. Checks should be made payable to: Or-ange County Department on Ag-ing. Registration is needed for both classes with a fee, and those that are free. For the Central Or-ange Senior Center in Hillsbor-ough call 245-2015, and for the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill, call 968-2070.

Coupons for classes may be pur-chased at the registration desks. They can be bought for either indi-vidual classes or in a book of five, and are used for class attendance. Fee waivers/reductions are avail-able based on assessed financial need for all fitness classes. Con-tact Myra Austin, Wellness Coordi-nator at 968-2073 for more infor-mation. All participant information is kept confidential.Participants are encouraged to take any fitness class for the first time at no charge to determine if the class meets their need.

AEROBICS – TAKE CONTROL WITH ExERCISE

This class offers participants the evidence-based Arthritis Foun-dation Exercise Program, “Take Control with Exercise”. Instructor: Sandy Wolfe. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WC1) Mon & Wed 10 – 10:50 am

BALANCE

A 6-week balance training class, designed to improve your balance and prevent falls, includes strength training, reactivity, and progres-sive balance exercises. Class is intended for seniors with balance problems. It fills quickly, so sign up, and you will be called to come for a screening a few days prior to the first class. At the screening session, we will describe require-ments for the class and determine eligibility. Instructor: certified per-sonal trainers and physical thera-pist. Registration Deadline: Jan 6 Fee: $50 for 12 sessions – Scholar-ships are available

Central Orange SC (2WC2) Tues & Thurs, next class will be in March 1:30 – 2:20 pm

Seymour Center (1WC3) Tues & Thurs, Jan 18 – Feb 24 10 – 10:50 am

INSPIRED MOVEMENT

Dynamic class designed to stretch and strengthen your entire body for maximized movement and en-durance. Excellent for improved joint flexibility, muscular strength, and toning. Knowledge of benefi-


cial movements can be applied to daily living at home. This class offers the evidence-based Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, “Take Control with Exercise”. Instructor: Kathleen (“Kacky”) Campbell Hammon. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WC4) Tues & Thurs 10 – 10:50 am

Seymour Center (1WC5) Mon & Wed 10 – 10:50 am or Tues & Thurs 2:15 – 3:05 pm

JOYFUL MOVEMENT WITH PARKINSON’S

This exercise class draws on moves from Martial Arts, Heal-ing Arts, and various forms of movement. It’s based on the joyful and healing nature of dance and exercise - something that dancers and athletes have known for a long time. Each session brings opportunity for stability, mobility, flexibility, agility, core strength and mind/body health. Class is designed for people with different abil-ity levels. Coach: Carol Winkel-man. Instructor: Marty Broda, 10-year Certified Black Belt NIA Technique educator, and 21-year ACE certified Group Fitness In-structor.Fee: $6/class

Central Orange SC (2WC6) Mondays 2 – 2:50 pm

MOVING MEDITATION

This four-week class is designed to teach different types of mov-ing meditation to clear, calm, and focus our minds, release stress, and reconnect us with ourselves and the world around us. We will draw inspiration from world healing and medita-tive practices, music, and art as we explore mirroring, weaving, labyrinth walking and guided visualization, rhythm making, and integrating breath, sound, and motion. No experience with meditation or dance is required. Class size is minimum of 6, and maximum of 12. Registration Deadline: Dec 30. Instructor: Ra-chel Galper Fee: $25/session

Seymour Center (1WC7)

Wed, Jan 5 - 26 3:45 – 4:45 pm

NIA (NEUROMUSCULAR INTEGRATIVE ACTION)

NIA is the latest fusion in mind-body wellness. Joyful and exhila-rating practice combines martial arts, yoga, dance and spiritual self-healing. It provides a safe, effective cardiovascular work-out with total body conditioning and personal growth benefits. Instructors: Laurie LaBean (Cen-tral Orange)/Marty Broda (Sey-mour), certified NIA instructors. Fee: $6/class

Central Orange SC (2WC8) Mondays 11 – 11:50 am

Seymour Center (1WC9) Wednesdays 3:55 - 4:50 pm

PACESETTER CLASS

A 45-minute class designed to keep you moving with a low im-pact workout that includes sev-eral optional cardio “bursts” of greater intensity. The last seg-ment of class employs optional mild resistance for sculpting and gentle stretching for muscle tone and balance. Fee: FREE for SportsPlex members and non-members who qualify for a scholarship. $3/week for non-members

Central Orange SC (2WC10) Mon & Wed 9 – 9:45 am

PILATES

Pilates is a form of resistance ex-ercise that focuses on strength-ening the abdomen and back or “core” muscles to improve flexi-bility, posture, and balance. Uses slow, controlled movements to help increase bone density using your own body weight or light hand weights. Minimum class size of five is needed. Instructor: Connie Winstead. Fee: $6/class


Mondays 2:15 – 3:05 pm Thursdays 3:30 – 4:20 pm

SALLI’S SENIOR WORKOUT

Fun and fitness to music. Enjoy this non-aerobic class which is adaptable to any physical ability. Class goal is to improve your

function by improving your en-durance, flexibility, and strength. Instructor: Salli Benedict, certi-fied fitness instructor and health education specialist, 966-6090. Fee: FREE - $1 suggested dona-tion/class

Seymour Center (1WC12) Wed & Fri 9:30 – 10:20 am

SIT TO BE FIT

Class is designed to stretch and strengthen your entire body for maximized movement and en-durance, and is excellent for im-proving joint flexibility, muscu-lar strength, and toning. While seated, you gain knowledge of beneficial movements that can be applied daily at home. All ability levels are welcome. Call to register. Instructor: Video - Central Orange SC. Michael Savino – Seymour Center Fee: FREE - $1 suggested donation/class

Central Orange SC (2WC13) Fridays 10 – 10:50 am

Seymour Center (1WC14) Mondays 11 – 11:50 am

STRENGTH TRAINING – ADVANCED

Instruction includes strength training, balance, stretching, and flexibility exercises for old-er adults. Instructor: Kevin Kirk, MS, Exercise Physiologist/Fit-ness Trainer. Fee: $6/class

Seymour Center (1WC15) Mon & Thurs 10:45 – 11:35 am

STRENGTH TRAINING – INTRODUCTION

Instruction includes strength training, balance, stretching, and flexibility exercises for old-er adults. Instructor: Kevin Kirk, MS, Exercise Physiologist/Fit-ness Trainer. Fee: $6/class

Seymour Center (1WC16) Mon & Thurs 9:40 – 10:30 am

STRENGTH TRAINING AND MOVEMENT

Balance training, strength train-ing, stretching, and abdominal strengthening exercises. The goal of the program is to im-

prove cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, balance, and total well-being. Instructor: Stephanie Yost, BSN, RN, ESA, AFFA, ACLS certified instructor. Fee: $35/month

Seymour Center (1WC17) Tues & Thurs 8:30 – 9:20 am

STRETCHING FOR ACTIVE SENIORS

Bending, rising from a sitting position and leg exercises. Leaders: Becci Ritter and Harry Rosenthal. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1WC18) Tues & Thurs 9:20 – 9:50 am

STRONG AND STEADY

Designed to strengthen your whole body, improve posture and balance in a friendly atmo-sphere. Strengthening exercises are vital to help maintain good bone health and reduce the inci-dence of falling. Class offers the use of ankle and hand weights, and thera bands. It can be done sitting or standing. Instructor: Vicki Tilley, PT, GCS (Geriatric Clinical Specialist). Fee: FREE - $1 suggested donation/class

Central Orange SC (2WC19) Tues & Thurs 10:15 – 11:05 am

T’AI CHI – BEGINNING

T’ai Chi, an ancient Chinese art, based on natural laws, teaches relaxation, 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 superi-or form of “moving meditation”. Tai Chi may add to your sense of well-being. Instructors: Frank Wong (Wednesdays)/ Bill Meyers (Thursdays) Fee: $56/session

Seymour Center (1WC20) Session I: Wed, Jan 5 – Feb 16 2:30 – 3:20 pm

Session II: Thurs, Jan 6 – Feb 17 7 – 8:15 pm

T’AI CHI – BEGINNING

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“moving meditation” can reduce stress, improve health, increase flexibility and energetic flow, aid in the discovery of balance and harmony in the mind and body. Instructor: Nina Maier, 732-2722. Fee: $8/class

Central Orange SC (2WC21) Mondays 6 – 6:50 pm

T’AI CHI – INTERMEDIATE

For information and to determine skill level, call instructor at 929-9467. Instructor: Frank Wong. Fee: $56/session.

Seymour Center (1WC22) Session I: Tues, Jan 4 – Feb 15 7 – 8:15 pm

TOP TO TOE

A total body workout of gentle exercises designed to promote flexibility by stretching and toning muscles and exercising joints. In-structor: Becci Ritter Fee: FREE


Wed & Fri – No classes in Dec, Resumes Jan 5 11 – 11:50 am

WALKING – INDOORS

Walk in the Central Recreation Center Gym at 300 W. Tryon St, Hillsborough (next to the library).Fee: $25 annually

Central Orange SC (2WC24) Mon – Fri 8 – 10 am

WALKING – OUTDOORS

Fast-paced walking group walks on trails and through wooded ar-eas, weather permitting. Need to be agile on your feet. Bring a friend and/or walking stick. Call to be added to the list. Group leader needed. Call Myra Austin at 968–2073 if interested. For the Sey-mour Center, call the front desk for the meeting time.

Central Orange SC (2WC25) Tuesdays 10 – 11 am

Seymour Center (1WC26) Tuesdays

YOGA

A gentle physical form of Yoga has an emphasis on flexibility and movement, as well as breath-ing.Instructors: Marilyn Alexan-der (Central Orange) and Barbara

Lang (Seymour) Fee: $6/class

Central Orange SC (2WC27) Tuesdays 8:50 - 10 am


Mon & Wed 1 – 1:50 pm

WELLNESS – INDIVIDUAL SERVICESBLOOD PRESSURE CHECK

A volunteer RN or LPN is on-site to take blood pressures. Free au-tomated blood pressure machines are available at both the Seymour and the Central Orange Senior Centers. These machines are pro-vided by the Orange County Well-ness Program through funding from the Triangle United Way, and the Orange County Wellness Pro-gram. RSVP provides the volun-teers. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1WS1) Wednesdays 9:30 – 11:30 am

Central Orange SC (2WS2) Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 am

CHAIR MASSAGE

Dede Banks, nationally certified in therapeutic massage, has ex-tensive experience working with older adults, and can focus on problematic areas. Call 968-2070 for appointment. Fee: $10/15 min-utes. Gift certificates available.

Seymour Center (1WS3) 1st Thurs: Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3 9:30 am – 1 pm

CONCERNS ABOUT HOME SAFETY?

Are you afraid of falling in your home? Have you stopped going outside because of steps? Do you have questions about how to keep doing your favorite activities? Are you considering buying medical equipment or making home modi-fications? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, call to have an occupational therapist come to your home to find solutions for staying safe while keeping active and involved. A medical equip-ment loan program is also avail-able through the Orange County

Department on Aging. Call Vibeke Talley, OTR/L at 245-2022 to ar-range an appointment. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WS4) Call for appointment

Seymour Center (1WS5) Call for appointment

COUNSELING

On aging and/or caregiving issues. This service is provided by the Or-ange County Department on Aging. Please call 968-2087, to schedule a private appointment. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WS6) Call for appointment

Seymour Center (1WS7) Call for appointment

“FIT FEET” PROGRAM

A toenail trimming service by appointment only provided by trained RNs for adults age 55+. All NEW clients 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 transpor-tation, if necessary, call E-Z rider at 968-2772, within the Chapel Hill – Carrboro city limits. In the coun-ty, call OPT at 245-2008. For a “Fit Feet” appointment, call the Senior Center nearest you. Fee: $10/visit for Orange County residents, and $20/visit for non-residents.

Central Orange SC (245-2015) (2WS8) 2nd & 4th Wed: Dec 8, 22; Jan 12, 26; Feb 9, 23 9 am – 4 pm

Seymour Center (968-2070) (1WS9) 1st & 3rd Wed: Dec 1, 15; Jan 5, 19; Feb 2, 16 9 am – 4 pm

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT

Do you have questions about your medications? Do you want to know more about Medicare Part D – Prescription Drug Coverage? Subsidies? Get answers to these and other questions about medi-cations from a pharmacist in your own home, at the Seymour Cen-ter, or the Central Orange Senior Center. Call the UNC School of Pharmacy, 843-2278, to schedule an appointment. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WS10)

Seymour Center (1WS11)

NUTRITION COUNSELING:

Do you have questions about what are the best foods to eat to keep you healthy? Lower your choles-terol? Increase your strength? Get answers to these and other ques-tions about food and nutrition from a Registered Dietitian in your own home, at the Seymour Cen-ter, or the Central Orange Senior Center. Call 966-7214, the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health – Department of Nutrition, to speak to a licensed nutritionist or registered dietitian. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WS12)

Seymour Center (1WS13)

PHYSICAL FUNCTION SCREEN:

This free assessment is a require-ment for everyone prior to initial use of the fitness studio, and an-nually thereafter, at the Seymour Center and to get the Central Or-ange Senior Center’s SportsPlex Membership rates. Participants receive recommendations for in-dividual improvements. Do you want to know how you can im-prove your strength, balance and agility over time, or how your fit-ness levels compare with others your age? A physical therapist will give you a written report that gives your levels of functioning. The as-sessment will take about 45-min-utes to complete, including your personal feedback. If you have any questions about the program, contact Myra Austin, Wellness Co-ordinator, 968-2073. Call 968-2070 for the Seymour Center, and 245-2015 for the Central Orange SC for an appointment and to receive your forms. This service is provid-ed in part by the UNC Program on Physical Therapy in the Schools of Allied Health, a division of the UNC School of Medicine. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WS14) Fri: Dec 10; Jan 14, 28; Feb 11, 9 am – 4 pm

Seymour Center (1WS15) Fri: Dec 17; Jan 7, 21; Feb 4, 18 9 am – 4 pm


REFLExOLOGY

Reflexology is the application of pressure stretch and movement to the hands and feet. It is de-signed to effect corresponding parts of the body. It is used pri-marily for relaxing tension and to promote better health and well-being. Provider: Vimle Baj-pai, Certified Reflexologist. Fee: Donations only for 50-minute appointment.

Seymour Center (1WS16) Fridays 12 noon – 4 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 participat-ing in this program, a free com-puter-monitoring health care system. Participating clients will be screened for risk factors of cardiovascular disease and dia-betes. The screening includes answering health questions and obtaining blood pressure, pulse, and weight. Clients are eligible to participate in the kiosk-mon-itoring program, which will be a self-management program. The Telehealth monitor is made possible by the Carol Woods’ Community Connections proj-ect funded by Duke Endowment. Call Myra Austin on Tues and Fri at Central Orange SC at 245 – 2027, or Thurs at 968–2073 to schedule your initial appoint-ment. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2WS17) Mon – Fri 8 am – 5 pm

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Dede Banks, nationally certified in therapeutic massage has ex-tensive experience working with older adults. Focus on problem-atic areas, or get a total body massage. Call 968-2070 for ap-pointment. Fees: $50/50 min-utes; $55/1 hour; $65/ 1.5 hours. Gift certificates are available. Please note the “no-show” fee policy below.

Seymour Center (1WS18) Tues & Thurs 9 am – 2 pm

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Michael A Savino, CTRS (Certi-fied Therapeutic Recreation Spe-cialist), is a nationally licensed Massage and Therapeutic Body-work Therapist #00703. Swed-ish, Shiatsu, and Reiki technique massage. Call 967-1043 for in-formation or to schedule a Sat appointment. Call 968-2070 for an appointment. Fees: $55/1 hour; $65/1.5 hours. Please note the “no-show” fee policy.

Seymour Center (1WS19) Mon, Tues 9 am – 2 pm & Thurs evenings (only by appoint-ment)

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Stephanie Nussbaum, nation-ally certified in therapeutic mas-sage, has extensive experience working with older adults. She can focus on problematic areas, or give a total body massage. It’s your choice! Call 245-2015 for 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 (2WS20) Mondays 9 am – 2 pm

TRAGER – GENTLE BODY THERAPY

Lorraine Lewis, certified Trager Practitioner, provides one-on-one sessions based on work done by Dr Milton Trager. You will experience greater ease, comfort, joy, mobility, balance and peaceful relaxation in your mind/body/spirit. Call 968-2070 for an appointment. Fees: $55/1 hour; $65/1.5 hours. Please note the “no-show” fee policy below.

Seymour Center (1WS21) Wednesdays Appointments only

Note: “No-Show” Policy for Therapeutic Massage and Trager Clients: is to collect $20 for a scheduled massage therapy ap-pointment if it’s not cancelled a minimum of 24 hours before the scheduled appointment time. If

proper notice has not been giv-en and/or there is a client “no-show”, the Senior Center will bill the client for expenses. Further massages will not be allowed until this fee has been received.

Senior Net Computer Classes

WINTER 2011 SESSIONREGISTER AT

- THE SEYMOUR CENTER –PHONE: 968-2070

IF YOU HAVE qUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE WITH

CLASS CHOICES, PLEASE CALLFRANCIS COYLE – 403-6259

ART LEBO – 259-7330JIM MCGUIRE - 408-8105

GENERAL INFORMATION

Prerequisites: You must own an IBM-compatible Personal Com-puter with Windows 98 or higher operating system. If you have little or no experience, your first course should be Computer Fun-damentals.Curriculum: In 3 monthly ses-sions, 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 stat-ed in the table that follows. Instruction: Classes enroll 9 stu-dents, each with a computer and a comprehensive student guide. Experienced teachers, one for ev-ery 3 students, provide generous individual attention. You should plan to practice on a computer at home, about 1 hr for each hr in class.• • • • • •

WINTER 2011 COURSESComputer Fundamentals gives the beginner, or person with lim-ited experience, the basic con-cepts, skills and tools such as: terminology, using the “mouse” proficiently, and mastery of the keyboard. You also receive a general grounding in word pro-

cessing and a brief introduction to the Internet and e-mail. Class fee: $40Introduction to Word Processing Using Word 2007 - You will learn to use the new ribbon interface, write and edit letters, reports and newsletters; change for-mats, fonts and character sizes; copy and insert text, drawings or charts to produce profession-al-looking documents; and set up form letters and simplify ad-dressing envelopes and labels. Class fee: $40Exploring Windows 7 - This eight-session course will intro-duce the student to Microsoft’s Windows 7 Operating System. The student will be introduced to the basics of the Windows 7 desktop, Task Bar, the Start Menu, how to find and launch a program and use the Help fea-tures. The student will learn the basics of file management us-ing the new Windows Explorer, as well as, system maintenance and backup tools built into the Windows 7 Operating System. Class fee: $40. Internet/E-mail provides the knowledge and skills to navigate “on-line.” You become familiar with search engines, browsers, and shopping online. You also learn to communicate with fam-ily or friends using e-mail. Class fee: $40.Working with Spreadsheets - Using Microsoft Excel 2007, students learn to create spread-sheets, enter and manipulate data, and develop useful appli-cations such as investment port-folios, budgets, maintain your checkbook register, lists, and schedules. Class fee: $40.Prepare Your Taxes Using “Tur-boTax” Software 2-session course teaches you to use the Tax Year 2010 version of the popular “TurboTax” program to prepare and file your federal and state income tax returns. You will learn how to enter your income and deductions, how to check for errors, how to finalize the return, and how to use the electronic fil-ing features of TurboTax. You will W

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also learn how to import tax data from such financial software pro-grams as Quicken and from bro-kerage firms and other financial institutions. Class fee: $25.Introduction To Microsoft Office - This six session introductory course will introduce the student to Microsoft Office and its three most popular software offer-ings - MS Word word process-ing, MS Excel spreadsheets, and MS PowerPoint. Three sessions will be devoted to Word; two ses-sions to Excel; and one session to PowerPoint. After completing this course, students may build their skills by taking the full MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint courses. Prerequisites for this course: Com-pleted Computer Fundamentals or equivalent, be familiar with using a mouse, have basic understand-ing of a Windows operating sys-tem such as XP, VISTA or Windows 7, and have some confidence us-ing a computer. Class Fee: $40.Digital Photography is a hands-on course that introduces the student to digital photography. This course consists of the use and operation of a digital camera, a field trip with your camera and importing your digital photos from your camera into the computer for analyzing your photos. You will learn basic and creative composition, basic image editing, storing, e-mailing pictures and printing using the Web or a Photo Center to perform these tasks, and backing up your photos. Bring your camera, cam-era manual and other material that came with your camera to class. Prerequisites: Students must have a digital camera and have a work-ing knowledge of using Windows on a computer. Class fee: $40Organizing, Editing & Sharing Photos using Picasa - You will learn to install Picasa (free PC program from Google) and learn how to use Picasa to organize, edit and share your digital photos. In class, you will download your photos from your camera to the computer using Picasa. You will learn how to get all your photos organized into folders. Picasa’s ed-iting features let you take out red

eyes, improve color and contrast, crop for printing and add special effects and text. You will learn how create slide shows with music, collages, computer wallpaper and screen savers, printed posters and gift CDs. You will create your own web albums, order prints online and share your photos with your friends. You will also learn a little about blogging using your best photos. Prerequisites: (1) Students must have a working knowledge of their cameras and computers; (2) Students must bring their cam-era to class with photos in them - the camera battery must be fully charged - and also bring the USB cable for connecting the camera to the PC. Class fee: $40Personal Financial Management using Quicken, the personal finan-cial tracking and planning software that lets you keep track of all your expenses and income, manage ex-penses with an easy-to-use budget process, track investment portfolios, and much more. Never again will your checkbook go un-reconciled. You will have all your income and expense information at your finger-tips. Income tax preparation is sim-plified, and TurboTax users simply pass their Quicken file across and taxes become a breeze. In short: save time, eliminate accounting er-rors, stay on budget, and be ready for tax time! For this class, you must have experience using a PC and should be the person in your home who balances the checkbook. We will do lots of practical exercis-es, using checking, savings, credit card and brokerage accounts. Class fee: $40.Computer Maintenance Workshop – Routine 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 what things you should be doing on a regular basis to main-tain your computer’s security and improve its overall performance and efficiency. Class fee $15Introduction to OpenOffice Work-

shop- This workshop introduces the student to a free Office Suite called OpenOffice. OpenOffice is the leading open-source office software suite for word process-ing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics, databases and more. It is available in many languages and works on all common com-puters. It stores all your data in an international open standard for-mat and can also read and write files from other common office software packages. Each student will receive a CD containing the OpenOffice installer and instruc-tions to install OpenOffice on their own computer. Class fee: $15.Planning Your Travel Online Work-shop – Introduces the student to In-ternet resources that will help them with vacation planning, modes of travel, and booking (tours, flights, hotels, and rental cars). The student will have hands on practice using travel sites, such as, Expedia, and Travelocity. Class fee: $15.

SUPPORT GROUPSALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) GROUP FOR SENIORS

The Late Bloomers meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is intended to help seniors explore their drinking difficulties in an understanding environment that relies on the proven 12-step ap-proach of AA. Particular attention will be given to the early phases of recovery. This is an open meet-ing of Alcoholics Anonymous that non-alcoholic people may attend.

Seymour Center (1WG1)

Wednesdays 3 pm

APHASIA SUPPORT AND THERAPY GROUP

Programs are offered through the UNC Division of Speech and Hear-ing Sciences Program for Aphasia and Related Disorders and this is part of the Triangle Aphasia Project. Contact Denise Caignon, MS, CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathologist, at [email protected].


Wednesdays 10 am - 12 noon

ARTHRITIS - CHAPEL HILL AR-THRITIS EDUCATION NETWORK

Family members, friends, and people with arthritis are welcome to come and participate in this monthly support group. For infor-mation, call Angie Hutto, 408-0307, or Cindy Johnson, 544-2021.


No meetings planned for this quarter 7 – 8:30 pm

DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP

Meet with other caregivers to share experiences, learn new skills, and answer some of your questions about Alzheimer’s Dis-ease and other forms of demen-tia. Group is open, friendly, and informal. Care for persons with dementia is available while care-givers attend the group. For infor-mation call 968-2087

Central Orange SC (2WG4)

1st Tues: Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 4 – 5:30 pm


3rd Thurs: Dec 16, Jan 20, Feb 17 2:30 – 4 pm

DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS’ SUP-PORT GROUP FOR MEN – NEW!

Meet with other male caregivers to share experiences, learn new skills, and more about Alzheimer’s Disease as well as other demen-tias. Please call 968-2087 to get more information and to register for the sessions.

Seymour Center (1WG6) 3rd Fri: Dec 17, Jan 21, Feb 18 10 – 11:30 am

Hearing Loss Association of Chapel Hill, formerly known as S-H-H-H (Self Help for the Hard of Hearing) (1WG7)Call Ruth Miller, 622-8467.

LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE WITH CHRONIC DISEASES SUPPORT GROUP

Any person, or family member, with a Chronic Disease is welcome to join the group, and is encour-


JANUARY SESSION: Jan 21-Feb 17, 2011J1A-DP Digital Photography Mon/Wed 9-11a.m.J1B-IWP Intro to Word Processing Mon/Wed 1-3 p.m. J1C-W7 Exploring Windows 7 Tues/Thur 9-11a.m.J1D-CF Computer Fundamentals Tues/Thur 1-3 p.m.J1E-TT Prepare Your Taxes Using Turbo Tax Fri (Jan 21 & 28) 1-4 p.m.J1F-OO Intro to Open Office Workshop Friday (2/4) 9-12 noon

FEBRUARY SESSION: Feb 21-Mar 17, 2011F2A-QK Personal Financial Mgmt w/Quicken Mon/Wed 9-11a.m.F2B-NT Internet/E-mail Mon/Wed 1-3 p.m.F2C-SS Working with Spreadsheets Tues/Thur 9-11a.m.F2D-OP Organizing Photos Using Picasa Tues/Thur 1-3 p.m.F2E-CM Computer Maintenance Workshop Friday (2/25) 9-12 noon

MARCH SESSION: Mar 21-Apr 14, 2011M3A-DP Digital Photography Mon/Wed 9-11a.m.M3B-W7 Exploring Windows 7 Mon/Wed 1-3 p.m.M3C-CF Computer Fundamentals Tues/Thur 9-11a.m.M3D-MO Intro to Microsoft Office Tues/Thur 1-3 p.m.M3E-TO Planning Your Travel Online Workshop Friday (3/25) 9-12 noon

• • • • • •REGISTRATION FEES

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

otherwise noted. Payment – By check, payable to “OCDOA” (Orange County Dept. on Aging). Payment is due at registration.

Without the continuing sup-port of the Orange County Department on Aging and the Seymour Center, this program would not be possible.

WINTER 2011 COURSE SCHEDULECOURSE JAN FEB MAR

Digital Photography

Intro to Word Processing

Exploring Windows 7

Computer Fundamentals

Prepare Your Taxes Using Turbo Tax

Intro to OpenOffice (W)

Personal Financial Mgmt Using Quicken 2010

Internet/E-mail

Working with Spreadsheets

Organizing, Editing & Sharing Photos using Picasa

Computer Maintenance (W)

Intro to Microsoft Office

Planning Your Travel Online (W)

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“Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” course taught quar-terly at the Seymour Center. See Wellness – Special Events section for additional information, or call Dorothy Anderson, 933-1306.

Seymour Center (1WG8) 1st Tues: Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 1 - 2 pm

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP

For more info contact Carol Tickle, 643-2620.


1st Tues: Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 10 am

NAMI ORANGE COUNTY SUPPORT GROUP

This group is a structured, interac-tive support group open to fam-ily members and friends of adults with a mental illness. To sign up for the group, or for more informa-tion, contact Lisa at [email protected] or 933-8941. The group is sponsored by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Orange County. More information about NAMI Orange County is available at www.NAMIOrange.org


2nd and 4th Thurs: Dec 9, 23; Jan 13, 27; Feb 10, 24 6:30 – 9 pm

PARKINSON’S DISEASE CARE-GIVERS SUPPORT GROUP

Join family and friends who care for people with Parkinson’s Dis-ease in this support group. Share your experiences and learn new skills. Facilitated by UNC-CHDept of Neurology. For information, call 968-2087.

Seymour Center (1WG11) 1st Tues: Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 12:30 – 1:30 pm

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP

Open to both the person with Parkinson’s and/or the caregiver. Lunch is served at 12 noon prior to the meeting, which requires a reservation. No registration is re-quired for the meeting.


Senior net Volunteers needed Opportunities for instructors and coaches are available for individuals with a basic working knowl-

edge of computer software and hardware. (Coaching positions can be used to train those aspiring to be instructors). Prospective volunteers should also possess the desire and skills to impart their knowledge to others in a ‘team based’ and ‘user friendly’ environment. Most courses are offered dur-ing the daytime. Additional offerings may take place in the evening and on weekends, if volunteers are available to support this effort. Future offerings such as Quicken, basic graphics, multimedia applications and genealogy will depend on the interests of the students and the skill sets of the vol-unteers. Contact Jim McGuire ([email protected]) for more information or to volunteer.


1st Tues: Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 1:30 - 3 pm

Central Orange SC (2WG13) 4th Wed: Dec 15*, Jan 26, Feb 23 11 am – 12 noon

* Dec date moved to 3rd Wed due to holiday

PULMONARY HYPERTENSION (PH)

PH Association Requests: Patients, family members, friends, and any-one who would like to learn about this disease are welcome to come and participate in this quarterly meeting. For information, call Te-resa Remaley Accredo RN, BSN, 1-336-393-0555, or call Accredo Pharmacy in Greensboro, NC 1-800-866-0566.

Seymour Center (1WG14) Sat, Feb - TBA 11:30 am - 1 pm

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Contact Antje Thiessen at 966-8044, or Kelly O’Brien at 966-2029

UNC Wellness Center @ Meadow-mont (WG15) 2nd Wed: Dec 8, Jan 12, Feb 9 1 pm

ART CLASSES ACRYLIC PAINTING

Learn the basics of acrylic paint-ing. Call center for a supply list. Instructor: Sarah Parker Fee: $25 per session (4 weeks)

Central Orange SC (2A1)

Session I: Wed, Nov 24 – Dec 15 10 - 11:30 am

Session II: Wed, Jan 5 – 26 10 – 11:30 am

Session III: Wed, Feb 2 – 23 10 – 11:30 am

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING

Focus on traditional flower, bird and insect paintings. Proper brush and ink techniques will be discussed for the beginners, and more advanced topics will be cov-ered for experienced participants. Bring the following supplies: a pad of newsprint, small bottle of black ink, set of water colors, an ink stone or small dish to hold the ink, a plastic container to hold the wa-

ter and medium size and small size brushes. The instructor also has good brushes ordered from China and rice paper that you can pur-chase from her. Instructor: Jinxiu Alice Zhao, who did Chinese Brush Painting for 20 years in Hubei Prov-ince, China. Fee: $80 (8 weeks) Seymour Center (1A2)

Session I: Tues, Jan 4 – Feb 22 1:30 – 3 pm

JOURNEY COLLAGE

In this four-week class we will learn mixed media collage and photomontage with art papers, fabric, yarn, found and natural ob-jects, paint and pastels. Each week we will have a theme to guide our work: portraiture, landscapes, journeys real and imagined, and memories. No experience in art is required. Feel free to bring in old magazines, photos, and other items to collage. There will be a small supply fee ($20 or less) col-lected by the instructor at the first class to cover additional materials needed. Instructor: Rachel Galper Fee: $25 per session plus supply fee collected at first class

Seymour Center (1A3) Wed, Jan 5 – 26 2 – 3 pm

DRAWING (BASIC):

If you have a desire to draw, art-ist Frank Dalimonte says he can teach you. This course will cover everything from the one point per-spective to the five components of drawing. He studied at the Univer-sity of Buffalo, National Gallery of Fine Art in London, and the Louvre in Paris. Certificate of Completion will be given after session. You will need to bring a drawing pad and pencils for this class. You can visit his website at www.franksart.mysite.com Fee: $60 (plus sup-plies) per session

Central Orange SC (2A4)

Session I: Wed, Jan 5 – Feb 9 1 – 3 pm

Session II: Wed, Feb 23 – Mar 30 1 – 3 pm

DRAWING – INTERMEDIATE

For those who have complet-

ed the basic drawing class and would like to continue, we of-fer this intermediate drawing course to develop your style. You will need to bring a drawing pad and pencils to this class. You can visit the instructor’s website at www.franksart.mysite.com Instructor: Frank Dalimonte Fee: $60 (plus supplies) per session

Central Orange SC (2A5) Session I: Wed, Jan 5 – Feb 9 10 am – 12 noon Session II: Wed, Feb 23 – Mar 30 10 am – 12 noon

DRAWING – ADVANCED

For those who have completed an intermediate drawing class and would like to continue, we offer this advanced drawing course. You will need to bring a drawing pad and pencils to this class. You can visit the instructor’s website at www.franksart.mysite.com Instructor: Frank Dalimonte Fee: $60 (plus supplies) per ses-sion

Central Orange SC (2A6) Session I: Mon, Jan 3 – Feb 14 (no class Jan 17) 1 – 3 pm Session II: Mon, Feb 28 – Apr 4 1 – 3 pm

OIL PAINTING – BASIC

We are happy to offer an evening class for beginning Oil painting. Frank Dali-monte will teach basic oil and theory. See his bio under “Basic Drawing”. Fee: $50 (plus supplies)

Central Orange SC (2A7) Thurs, Jan 13 – Feb 17 6 – 8 pm

OIL PAINTING – BEGINNING

Class includes a general introduc-tion to art history, including the following historical styles/schools: classical, realism, impression-ism, expressionism, modern and contemporary. How to stretch a canvas will be discussed. 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 Hillsbor-ough. You can visit his website at www.soveroart.com

Central Orange SC (2A8) Fee: $60 (6 weeks) per session Session I: Tues, Jan 4 – Feb 8 1:30 – 3:30 pm or Thurs, Jan 6 – Feb 10 9 - 11 am Session II: Tues, Feb 15 – Mar 22 1:30 – 3:30 pm or Thurs, Feb 17 – Mar 24 9–11 am Session III: Tues, Nov 16 – Dec 21 1:30 – 3:30 pm or Thurs, Nov 18 – Dec 23 (No class Nov 25) 9 – 11 am

Seymour Center (1A9) Fee: $60 (6 weeks) per session Session I: Mon or Fri, Jan 10 – Feb 18 (No class on Jan 17) 10 am - 12 noon Session II: Mon or Fri, Feb 21 – Apr 1 10 am - 12 noon

OPEN ART WORKSHOP

Gloria Maisner will facilitate first Thursday afternoons of the month when artists may bring their proj-ects and supplies to paint, or draw, in a friendly atmosphere with oth-er artists. There will be no formal instructions.

Seymour Center (1A10) 1st Thurs of the month, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3 1 – 3 pm

OPEN STUDIO FOR ARTISTS

Monday mornings, Frank Dali-monte will hold an open studio time when artists may bring their current projects to work along side other artists. Why work alone? Just bring your own supplies to paint or draw and enjoy the com-pany of others. No formal instruc-tion.

Central Orange SC (2A11) Mondays beginning Jan 31 10 – 11:30 am

Painting “Daily” with Kristen Stamper For beginning and intermediate painters in oil & acrylic. This series will show you how to create a new painting in each session. This ap-proach is called “daily” painting, and is a flexible system for creat-ing small paintings in a few hours. From composition and color mix-ing to personal expression and


finishing details, you will build and master skills as we paint from still life arrangements. This is your opportunity to take your painting skills to the next level with a stepwise approach that allows you to establish pattern and value, then relax and have fun with color and expression. Supply list available at registra-tion. Instructor Kristen Stamper loves to paint outside and in the studio with live arrangements. Her lifelong passion for the arts includes a BFA from the Univer-sity of Wisconsin-Madison and a successful career as a graphic designer, director and writer.

THURSDAY MORNINGS STUDIO

Enjoy creative time in the paint-ing studio. This class is for ev-eryone and will provide lots of individual attention. Bring your oil and acrylic paint supplies. Fee: $45 (3 weeks)

Seymour Center (1A12) Thurs, Dec 2, 9, 16 9 am – 12 noon

THURSDAY MORNINGS DAILY PAINTING SESSION 1

If you have supplies, bring them to the first class. Otherwise, we will discuss what to include in your studio kit (for as little as $30). Fun and easy warm ups and homework will help develop your artistic eye. Sup-ply list available at registration. Fee: $60 (4 weeks)

Seymour Center (1A13) Thurs, Jan 6-27 9 am – 12 noon

THURSDAY MORNINGS DAILY PAINTING SESSION 2

This class is for those who have taken the first level of in-struction with Kristen or are intermediate painters. Sup-ply list available at registration. Fee: $60 (4 weeks)

Seymour Center (1A14) Thursdays, Feb 3 - 24 9 am – 12 noon

SATURDAY WORKSHOPS FOR DAILY PAINTING

These workshops will examine

the importance of composition, shapes, color and value. Ex-ercises will help you capture the effects of light. Bring your supplies and photos of scenes you are interested in paint-ing for our discussion on com-position. If you do not have supplies you may pay the in-structor a $15 materials fee. Fee: $60 (2 weeks)

Seymour Center (1A15) Sat, Jan 29 and Feb 5 10 am – 1 pm

PASTEL PAINTING - BASIC

Enjoy some of the techniques of pastel painting that made Degas famous. Materials list is available at the Seymour Center front desk. Instructor: Herb Slapo, member of the Pastel Society of America and long-time pastel instructor Fee: $48 (6 weeks) per session

Seymour Center (1A16) Session I: Mon, Jan 10 – Feb 21 (no class on Jan 17) 1– 3 pm Session II: Mon, Feb 28 – Apr 4 1 - 3 pm

Third Thursdays Art Introduction Series

INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING AND PORTRAITURE

Portrait and still life drawing designed for the beginner. All that is needed is a pencil, a pad of paper, and a photo of your-self, friend or a loved one, as you explore various techniques of portrait or still life drawing. With patient encouragement, students will be instructed at their own pace so they can de-velop their own unique draw-ing style. Hot Chocolate will be provided. Class limited to 10 people. Instructor: Kathy Tobias Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1A17) Thurs, Dec 16 9 -11 am

INTRODUCTION TO ACRYLIC PAINTING

What is acrylic painting? Sign up and come learn the basics of acrylic painting and other tips and

ideas pertaining to this fascinating style of art. All you need to bring to the class is a canvas (of any size), acrylic paints (suggested colors include: red, yellow, blue, gray, white, or any color of your choice) and varied paint brushes. Hot cider will be provided. Class limited to 10 people. Instructor: Chick Weber Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1A18) Thurs, Jan 20 9 – 11 am

INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOL-OR PAINTING

Experiment with sketching and watercolor painting. This intro-duction will offer basic forms and techniques and will give you an opportunity to leave with your own unique design. Bring a pencil, watercolor brushes, wa-tercolor paint, and paper. Coffee will be provided. Class limited to 10 people. Instructor: Francis MillerFee: FREESeymour Center (1A19) Thurs, Feb 17 9 – 11 am

WATERCOLOR CLASS - AD-VANCED

Since this is an advanced level class, the instructor determines admission to class. Instructor: Luna Lee Ray Fee: $60 per ses-sion

Central Orange SC (2A20) Thurs, Jan 13 – Feb 17 1:30 – 3:30 pm

CRAFT CLASSESBOBBIN LACE MAKING

Newcomers are always wel-come. Some instruction is avail-able, as are supply resources. Contact: Janice Tyler, 968 207I, or [email protected]

Seymour Center (1C1)

Daytime group meets on 1st & 3rd Mondays 11 am – 1 pm

Evening Group meets on occa-sional Thursdays 7– 9 pm

CARD MAKING AND MORE

This class is an introduction to making basic greeting cards, and other paper crafts, using

rubber stamps. Bring a friend and join others for an evening of fun. Class held the second Monday of each month. Please contact the center to register one week in advance. Instructor: Becky Hermann Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2C2) Mon, Dec 13, Jan 10, Feb 14 6 – 7:30 pm

CREATIVE CRAFTS

Come and discover your cre-ative side. Jewelry making will continue 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 sup-plies depending on project)

Seymour Center (1C3) Holiday Watches Tues & Thurs, Dec 2 – 30 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Snow White Jewelry Tues & Thurs, Jan 4 – 27 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Candle Decorating Tues & Thurs, Feb 1 - 24 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

CREATIVE CRAFTS

Join others for a morning out as you create useful and special crafts. Call the center for infor-mation and to register.

Central Orange SC (2C4) Holiday Crafts (Fee: FREE) Mon & Thurs - Dec 2-23 9:30 – 11:30 am

Jewelry Making (Fee: $5) Mon & Thurs - Jan 3-31 9:30 – 11:30 am

Jewelry Box Making (Fee: FREE)Mon & Thurs, Feb 1 – 10 9:30 – 11:30 am

Press flower – Shadow Box (Fee: FREE) Mon & Thurs, Feb 14 – 24 9:30 – 11:30 am

FUSED GLASS BOWLS AND PLATES

During each session you will cre-ate beautiful fused glass pieces (4”X4” or 6”X6”) which can be hung in a window to catch the

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light, or be formed into a dish or bowl. Shiny metallic coated glass, dichroic glass, will be included to use in making designs on the piec-es. Fee: $50 per session, plus $20 material fee (material fee is pay-able to instructor at the first class of each session.) Total fee per ses-sion: $70. Instructor: Barb English

Central Orange SC (2C5) Session I: Thurs, Jan 13 – 27 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Session II: Thurs, Feb 10 – 24 6:30 – 8:30 pm

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY

Ever wanted to design and cre-ate your own glass pendants and share your work with your family and friends? Here is your chance to experiment with glass fusing! The instructor will guide you step by step in this hands-on class. This 4-week course will enable you to complete at least 10 pen-dants and learn other techniques that can be accomplished through glass fusing. Once you have taken the course, you will want to take it again. Space is limited to eight students so you will need to sign up immediately! Fee: $35 per ses-sion, plus $30 material fee pay-able to instructor at the first class of each session. Total fee per ses-sion: $65. Instructor: Alison Bell

Seymour Center (1C6) Session I: Mon, Jan 10 – Feb 7 (No Class Jan 17) 10 am – 12 noon Session II: Mon, Feb 14 – Mar 7 10 am – 12 noon Session III: Mon, Mar 14 – April 4 10 am – 12 noon

Central Orange SC (2C7) Session I: Wed, Jan 26 – Feb 16 2 – 4 pm

GLASS FUSING - BEYOND BASICS

This class is for students who have had some experience and are com-fortable with cutting glass in its dif-ferent forms and are able to work somewhat independently. We will cover stenciling, metal inclusions, tack fusing and creating channels through which cords and chains

can be threaded to create a finished piece of jewelry. Other projects will include working with frit (ground and powdered glass), stringers and a wonderful powder that enables you to trap air and create bubbles. Sound intriguing? It is! Register quickly because the class is limited to eight students. Instructor: Ali-son Bell Fee: $35 per class, plus $15 material fee payable to instructor at first class. Total fee: $50.

Seymour Center (1C8) 2nd Thurs of the month, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10 5 – 9 pm

HATS: A NEW LOOK!

Looking to change the look of a hat that has been in your closet for some time? Join Eleanor Sim-mons, New York Fashion Major, as she gives you step-by-step tips and techniques on redesigning your hat. She will show you how to resize it - either bigger or small-er, and how to add a new band, button or feather, to give that hat a needed make over. Some mate-rials will be provided, or you can bring something you want to add. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1C9) 1st and 3rd Fridays Fri, Dec 3, 17; Jan 7, 21; Feb 4, 18 2 – 3:30 pm

JAPANESE EMBROIDERY

Traditional Japanese Embroidery is 1,600 years old and only came to this country in 1985. People learn this specialized art by going through 1-10 phases, which can take years to complete. The em-broidery is done with silk and met-al threads on silk fabric. The silk filaments come directly from the cocoon. Threads are made directly from the filaments depending on the thickness or thinness needed. In various pieces, some superim-posed embroidery is used (embroi-dery over embroidery). Motifs are usually flowers, birds and some-times human figures. Instructor: Carl Newman, certified instructor by Kurenai Kai in Atlanta, GA. He teaches across the US and is a graduate of the University of TN with a degree in Textile Arts.

Contact the instructor at (336) 784-6886 or [email protected] for material information. Fee: $75, plus materials fee per session.

Seymour Center (1C10) Sat & Sun, Feb 12 & 13 9 am – 3:30 pm

Sat & Sun, Apr 16 & 17 9 am – 3:30 pm

JEWELRY MAKING

Learn how to make bracelets, ear-rings, and a necklace during our introduction to jewelry making. You just need to purchase supplies. Contact the center to register one week prior to each class. You can register for one or all the classes in the session. Fee: FREE + $10 per class for supplies.

Central Orange SC (2C11) Session I: Thurs, Jan 6 - 27 6 – 7:30 pm

Session II: Thurs, Feb 3 – 24 6 – 7:30 pm

LEATHERWORKS - BEGINNING

As a beginner you will learn to work with leather to create your own key chain and/or coasters. Once you complete this class, you will be able to join our advanced leatherworks to make your own belt, wallet, or handbag. Limited to 8 students Instructor: Sam Truax Fee: FREE,

Central Orange SC (2C12) Session I: Fri, Jan 7 - 28 10 am – 12 Noon

Session II: Fri, Feb 4 - 25 10 am – 12 Noon

MYSTERY CENTERPIECE 101: NATURAL BEAUTY

Centerpieces are known best as a central focal point whether on a table or mantle in your home. There’s lots of room for creativity in centerpiece designs. Allow Cyd to show you how to build a simple centerpiece that will fit into almost any decor or style of room in your home. Still wondering what this centerpiece will be? Sign up to find out! Limited to 8 participants. In-structor: Cydnee Sims Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1C13)

Mon, Jan 24 3 - 5 pm

qUILTING

Work on your own, or group, proj-ect. No experience necessary. If you’ve never quilted before, oth-ers will help you get started. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2C14) Tuesdays 10 am – 1 pm

SEWING CIRCLE

Join Gloria Maisner and friends for an afternoon of sewing and conversation. Bring your cur-rent projects, share ideas, stitch a while - but most of all, have fun! Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1C15) Mondays 1:30 - 3:30 pm

STAMP IT UP WITH HELEN: STAMPING WORKSHOP

Come and learn with Helen Fred-erick as she shares how to design cards using stamps. You will have a wide variety of stamp patterns, add-on materials for embellish-ment, colored pencils to add more color, as well as other fun ways to make your greeting card unique. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1C16) Fri, Feb 11 10:30 am – 12 noon

WOOD STAINING 101: WOOD GRAIN TO WOOD STAIN

Wood staining is an art that has been around for years. Take ad-vantage of this new offering to stain an unfinished wood item of your choice, provided by the center. Think it sounds interest-ing? Give it a try! Limited to 8 par-ticipants. Instructor: Jim Douglas Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1C17) Mon, Feb 28 3 - 5 pm

POTTERY CLASSESFUN WITH CLAY

New! Get your hands wet and learn to make vases, decorate tiles, as well as pinch pots, buttons, and small animals. This class is for be-ginners only. Instructor: Pip Mer-rick Fee: $10 plus supplies


Central Orange SC (2P1)

Fri, Jan 28 10 am – 12 noonFri, Feb 25 10 am – 12 noon

CLAY CLASS - BEGINNING

New! No prior knowledge of clay is required. Basic wheel, hand building, and tile making will be taught. This class is two hours of instruction with studio time. Instructor: Pip Merrick Fee: $65 plus supplies


Session I: Thurs, Nov 18 – Dec 16 (no class Nov 25) 1 - 4 pm

Session II: Thurs, Jan 6 – 27 1 - 4 pmSession III: Thurs, Feb 3 – 24 1 – 4 pm

POTTERY WHEEL AND HAND BUILDING - BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE

This class is for all levels of throwing, wheel, hand building, tile making and glazing. Learn ba-sics or continue to improve your skills. Class will focus on vases, bowls, cups and plates. Decorat-ing techniques will include graf-fito, painting with slips, use of wax resist, sponge stamps and cut paper shapes. Instructor: Pip Merrick Fee: $65 plus supplies


Session I: Mon, Jan 3 – 31 (no class Jan 17) 1 - 4 pm

Session II: Mon, Feb 7 – 28 1 – 4 pm

POTTERY WHEEL AND HAND BUILDING - INTERMEDIATE

This intermediate class will once again focus on throwing, wheel, hand building, tile making and glazing. Some knowledge of clay is useful. This class is two hours of instruction with studio time. Instructor: Pip Merrick Fee: $65 plus supplies


Session I: Mon, Nov 15 - Dec 6 5:30 - 9 pm

Session II: Mon, Jan 3 – 31 (no class Jan 17) 5:30 – 9 pm

Session III: Mon, Feb 7 – 28 5:30 – 9 pm

BRIDGE CLASS “Play of the Hand” – Course will cover developing a plan, recog-nizing winners and losers, con-sidering one’s alternatives, and executing the most effective play. Suitable for those who have tak-en the bidding class (formerly the Club Series or its equivalent) as well as the player who has been away from the game for some time and wishes a refresher. Will use “Play of the Hand in the 21st Century” (formerly the Diamond Series) as the text book. Instruc-tor: Harrison Brooke, ACBL ac-credited teacher. For questions, please contact him at 489-0210 or e-mail [email protected]. Fee: $90 (9 weeks). When reg-istering please indicate whether you will order the text (available from Amazon) or wish the in-structor to do so.

Seymour Center (1B1)

Thurs, Jan 20 – Mar 17 9:30 am – 12 noon

BRIDGE GAMESCONTRACT BRIDGE

Newcomers are always wel-come. If you are interested in learning to play, please contact the center at 245-2015.

Central Orange SC (2B2)

Mon & Wed 1 – 4 pm

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

The Friday Afternoon Duplicate Bridge game directors, Ruth and Paul Schwenke, are offering a Novice Duplicate Bridge game for players with fewer than 50 Master Points. You do not need to be an ACBL member to play. This game will be separate from the open game, but please come at least 20 minutes early the first time. Partners are not needed for either game. For questions call 933-1474, or [email protected]. Fee: $6


Fridays 1 pm

MORNING BRIDGE GAME

Practice what you have learned! Relearn what you have forgot-ten! Ask questions! Discuss hands! Come with a partner, im-prove 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.) Di-rector: Harrison Brooke, ACBL ac-credited teacher, certified director and gold life master. For ques-tions, contact him at 489-0210, or [email protected] (preferred)


Mondays 9:15 am – 12 noon

SARAH WEST SOCIAL CON-TRACT PROGRESSIVE BRIDGE

This is a friendly game of bridge with a group that has been meet-ing for more than 20 years. New players are always welcome. FREE


Wed & Fri 1 – 5 pm

SOCIAL BRIDGE

Enjoy an afternoon of social bridge. Newcomers are always welcome. Fee: FREE


Mondays 1 – 4 pm

Saturdays (Bring your lunch) 10 am – 1:45 pm

SOCIAL DUPLICATE BRIDGE

Involves duplicate movements and scoring, but is not affili-ated with the ACBL. (No Master Points will be given.) No partner required. Director: Al Carlson. For questions, please contact him at 240-4505. A small fee is charged.


Tuesdays 1 – 4 pm

OTHER GAMESCANASTA

Leader: June Weatherley, 968-3990


Thursdays 1 – 4 pm

DOMINOES

Join us for a morning of domi-noes and other games.


Mon – Fri 10 am-12 noon


Mon – Fri 10 am–3:30 pm

GAME DAY

Bring a friend and play table games or cards. We are currently looking for Spades players.


Wednesdays 1 – 3 pm

GAMES

Come alone or bring a friend, and enjoy a variety of games.


Mon – Fri 9 – 11 am

MAH JONG

This ancient Chinese game is challenging and fun. Leader: Beulah Ward


Thursdays 7 pm

Fridays 12 noon – 4:30 pm


Mondays 12:30 – 5 pmCall the Seymour Center to sign up to play on Monday af-ternoons, or call Marge Richter, 918-3468, preferably during the evenings.

HAND AND FOOT CARD GAME

This card game is a form of ca-nasta, and we are just getting started! If you’re interested in learning how to play, please call the center to register for our free lesson on Thurs, Jan 13. If you know how to play, or would like to learn sooner, join ongoing group on Thursdays.

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PINOCHLE

If you need a refresher or would like to learn to play, call 245-2015.


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Thursdays 10 am – 12 noon

ROOK

If you need to brush up, or if you’ve never played before, call 245-2015 and let us know you’re coming, and we’ll teach you how the game is played.


Fridays 9:30 – 11:30 am

RUMMIKUB

Join us for a new twist on rummy. If you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you. Contact the center at 245-2015 for more information.


Thursdays 1 pm

SCRABBLE CLUB

The group is open and friendly. Just show up and enjoy an afternoon of playing and meeting new friends.


Tuesdays 1 – 5 pm


Tuesdays 1 – 5 pm

VARIOUS CARD GAMES

Bid Whiz, Spades – What’s your game? Come join a table or start one.


Tues – Fri 2 – 5 pm

LANGUAGE CLASSESINTRODUCTION TO SPANISH (LEVEL I)

An introduction designed mainly for people with no previous expe-rience in Spanish. Instructor: Staff of CHICLE (Chapel Hill Institute for Cultural and Lan-guage Education).

Seymour Center (1L1)

Session I: Mon, Jan 10 – Feb 28 10:30 – 11:30 am (No class Jan 17) Session II: Mon, Mar 7 – Apr 18

Fee: $91 per session (7 classes) plus $15 book fee payable to instructor at the first class.

EARLY INTERMEDIATE SPANISH (FORMERLY ADVANCED BEGIN-NERS LEVEL II)

For those who have taken Level I at the Seymour Center, or have had a bit of previous experience in another class. Instructor: Staff of CHICLE (Chapel Hill Institute for Cultural and Lan-guage Education)

Seymour Center (1L2) Session I: Mon, Jan 10 – Feb 28 9:30 - 10:30 am (No class Jan 17) Session II: Mon, Mar 7 – Apr 18Fee: $91 per session (7 classes) plus $15 book fee payable to in-structor at the first class.

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH (LEVEL III)

For those who have completed Level II at the Seymour Center, or have taken a class or two else-where. Class includes conversa-tion, grammar and reading. In-structor: Staff of CHICLE (Chapel Hill Institute for Cultural and Lan-guage Education)


Session I: Fri, Jan 7 – Feb 25 9 - 10 am Session II: Fri, Mar 4 – Apr 29

Session I Fee: $104 (8 classes) plus $15 book fee payable to instructor at the first class.

Session II Fee: $65 (5 classes) plus $15 book fee payable to instructor at the first class.

ADVANCED SPANISH (LEVEL IV)

For those who have completed Level III at the Seymour Center, or several years of classes else-where. Class includes conversa-tion, grammar, reading and writ-ing. It is conducted entirely in Spanish.Instructor: Staff of CHICLE (Chapel Hill Institute for Cultural and Lan-guage Education)


Session I: Fri. Jan 7 – Feb 25 10:15 – 11:15 am

Session II: Fri, Mar 4 – Apr 29

Fee: $104 (8 classes) plus $15 book fee payable to instructor at the first class.

Session II Fee: $65 (5 classes) plus $15 book fee payable to instructor at the first class.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LAN-GUAGE CONVERSATION LAB

Ongoing class to help adult, non-fluent English speaking people im-prove their comprehension of both written and spoken English. It will help participants become more self-sufficient, informed and active in the community. Contact: Orange County Literacy Council at 933-2151 or www.orangeliteracy.org.


Tuesdays 9 am – 12 noon

OTHER CLASSESPlease remember to pre-register for our classes.

COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS FOR PEOPLE WITH LOW VISION OR BLINDNESS

This 8 session course gives indi-viduals with blindness or low vi-sion the basic computer concepts, skills, and tools such as: terminol-ogy, mastering the keyboard, and working with specialty software such as JAWS. Instruction in word processing, Internet and e-mail. Class size limited to 5 people. Fee: $40.

Seymour Center (1OC1)

Fri, Oct 22 – Dec 17 1 – 3 pm

DECLUTTERING FOR REAL LIFE SERIES

Join Professional Organizers Jane Armstrong and Michelle Duncan, co-owners of “DeClutter for Real Life” this Spring for another popu-lar series. Look for the new sched-ule in the next Senior Times Issue.


DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY – INTRODUCTION

This is a hands-on course that will introduce students to digital pho-tography and scanning. Students will learn the basics of digital im-aging, how to transfer pictures from a digital camera or scanner to a computer, how to edit the pic-tures, as well as how to print and e-mail the pictures to friends and family. Bring your camera and ev-erything that came with it to the

first session Fee: $25

Central Orange SC (2OC3)

Thurs, Feb 17 – Mar 24 (six weeks) 1:30 – 3:30 pm

ExERCISES FOR THE BRAIN: NEW YORK TIMES PUzzLES AND MORE

Anecdotal evidence indicates that doing word puzzles and mental exercises may be beneficial in warding off the effects of Alzheim-er’s Disease and senior dementia. This course will give the student strategies for solving crossword, and other word, puzzles. Much time will be spent doing New York Times crosswords of varying dif-ficulty, all with the goal of keeping the brain limber. Newcomers are welcome. Fee: FREE


Fridays 10 am - 12 noon

INTRODUCTION TO FENG SHUI

Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese art of furniture placement to create a healthy, prosperous and peace-ful living space. By increasing the flow of healing energy, people & places become happier & more harmonious. Learn how you can change your home and work-place, get a more restful night’s sleep, foster loving relationships and change your life for the bet-ter. Presenter: Frances Deon Fee: FREE

SeymourCenter (1OC5) Wed, Dec 22, Jan 26, Feb 23 11 am – 12 noon

MEMOIR WRITING ASSISTANCE

New! Give a gift to your family by telling your life story. Betty Adams is a published author and is will-ing to help you learn the basics needed to write your own story. Pre-registration is required. Call 245-2015. Fee: FREE


Wed, Jan 19 – Feb 23 10:30 am – 12 noon

SPONTANEOUS SENIORS IMPROV TROUPE

Learn to enhance your creativity in


a safe environment with our Im-prov Theater group. This group is affiliated with Seymour Center’s Prime Time Players. Come join us for an afternoon of fun. Lead-er: Marv Axelrod. Fee: FREE


Saturdays 12 noon – 2 pm

TELLING YOUR STORY

Join this creative writing group and create a special gift for your family and loved ones. Mem-bers will be assigned at-home exercises as well as group par-ticipation to help develop their stories. Fee: FREE.


Thursdays 3 – 5:30 pm

THE BANJO FROM AFRICATO BELA FLECK AND BEYOND

This multi-media presentation by Deborah Coclanis traces the history of the banjo in America, beginning with its journey across the Atlantic aboard slave ships from West Africa. We will fol-low the banjo’s transformation from an exclusively African and African -American instrument to an almost exclusively Caucasian one. Along the way, we will lis-ten to music played by some of the world’s great banjo players, many of them well-known, oth-ers undeservedly obscure. Pre-senter: Deborah Coclanis Fee: FREE

SeymourCenter (1OC9) Fri, Feb 18 10 - 11:30 am

TUTORING AND LITERACY CLASSES

This class is for people who would like to improve their read-ing and literacy skills. Contact: Orange County Literacy Council at 933-2151 or www.orangelit-eracy.org. Fee: FREE



Special EventsFor more program information, call the Seymour Center at 968-2070, and the Central Orange Se-

nior Center at 245-2015.

ARMCHAIR WORLD TRAVEL

This is a monthly program of sto-ries, photographs and videos pre-sented by our own senior world travelers: a great way to learn about the land and people of countries far and near. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E1) Mon, Jan 24

Artists I have met in the USA Frank Demonte 10:30 - 11:30 am

Mon, Feb 28

Whale Watching in Baja Alan Miller 10:30 – 11:30 am

ART SHOW ExHIBITION – FIVE: PAUL HELFRICH

Paul Helfrich received his art de-gree from Ohio University where he received the Junior and Se-nior Awards for excellence in studio art. He was hired by the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, where he taught drawing and printmaking for 30 years. Join us for an open-ing reception on Mon, Jan 10 at 3 pm, and for a chance to meet Paul Helfrich. The show will re-main on view through Feb 28.

Central Orange SC (2E2) Mon, Jan 10 3 pm

ART SHOW OPENING RECEPTIONS

We invite you to come to the Art Show Opening Receptions, which will showcase our Senior Artist Exhibits. You may bring a friend or two, however, please call 968-2070 to register.Mon, Dec 6 Art Show Open-ing Reception – Jane Levy and Syd Elstran, Assistant Hostesses: Olga Colwell, Ginny Gruwell, Irene Ferguson with Margareta Thompson on piano.Mon, Feb 7 Art Show Opening Reception – Jinxiu Alice zhao and fellow Chinese Brush Paint-ing Students, Assistant Hostess-es: Joan Alston, Dorothy Meyer, Joan Walshaw, Nell Richardson with Peggy Lanier on the piano.

Seymour Center (1E3) 3 pm

BINGO

Bring a friend and join us for a morning of fun and prizes. Don’t forget to register for lunch before noon on Tues if you plan to stay after the games. Ruth King is our caller. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E4) Wed, Jan 5, Feb 2 10 – 11 am

BINGO

Ready for BINGO! Come out for refreshments and a great time. Anyone of our wonderful Bingo callers, Arthur Dockery or Peter O’ Grady will show you a great time. Don’t forget to sign up for lunch and bingo by noon the day before the event. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E5) Wed, Feb 16 10:30 – 11:30 am

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION If your birthday falls in Dec, Jan, or Feb, you are invited to a spe-cial celebration. Please contact the Center one week in advance to register. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E6) Mon, Dec 6, Jan 3, Feb 7 12 noon

Seymour Center (1E7) Mon, Dec 6, Jan 3, Feb 7 12 noon

BLACK HISTORY MONTH BREAKFAST PROGRAM

February is Black History Month and to celebrate, we will enjoy a good old fashion breakfast and program. Join us as we co-host another event with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation. Registra-tion required. Fee: FREE

Hargraves Center (1E7) Fri, Feb 11 10:30 am – 1 pm

CELEBRATE THE SEASON

We’re putting on the Ritz with a dress up affair and live music. So put on your finest and dress to impress as we enjoy Larry Torain and Company while celebrating the holidays. RSVP required be-fore Dec 10. Be sure let us know if you plan to stay for lunch.

Central Orange SC (2E8) Fri, Dec 17 10:30 am

CENTRAL ORANGE SC VOLUNTEER RECEPTION

A special reception in your honor is being held to thank you for mak-ing our center a better place. If you are a volunteer with our cen-ter, and are able to attend please call 245-2015 to register prior to Nov 30. Light refreshments will be served.

Central Orange SC (2E9) Thurs, Dec 9 3 pm

CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Chinese New Year is about bring-ing prosperity and good luck to you and your loved ones. In China, the tradition associated with this time of year lasts for 15 days. This Chinese New Year be-gins the Year of the Rabbit. Help us ring it in. The program will be held during lunch. Registration for lunch is required before noon the day before. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E10) Thurs, Feb 3 11:30 am – 1 pm

CHOCOLATE DELIGHT

You won’t be able to resist an afternoon filled with an assort-ment of chocolate treats! We will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a chocolate fountain for dipping your favorite fruit and music pro-vided by Marv Axelrod. Bring your favorite chocolate dessert. Contact the center and sign up before Feb 4.

Central Orange SC (2E11) Mon, Feb 14 2 – 3 pm

CLASSIC BOOK - FILM SERIES

One week a film will be viewed, then the following Thurs, those who’ve also read the book will have an opportunity to discuss it. The book discussion group is limited to the first 20 people to register. If the book discussion group exceeds 20, then a second discussion group will be held as-suming that a second moderator can be found. Coordinator: Dr Frank Wilson

Thurs, Nov 18, 6:30 pm

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Thurs, Jan 20, 6:30 pm

Odyssey film: Tom Stumpf, moderator

Thurs, Jan 27, 7 pm

Odyssey discussion book and film

Thurs, Feb 17, 6:30 pm

The Metamorphosis film: Frank Wilson, moderator

Thurs, Feb 24, 7 pm

The Metamorphosis discussion book and film

Seymour Center (1E12)

CONTRA DANCE

Contra dance is a cross between line dance and square dance with live music and a caller. You don’t have to have a partner to attend so come and enjoy a night of music and dance. This event is cospon-sored with The Friends of Central Orange. Refreshments will be sold during the dance. Fee: $7 for senior citizens, and Triangle Contra Dance Members. $9 for all others


Fri, Dec 3 7 – 10:30 pm

Fri, Jan 7 7 – 10:30 pm

Fri, Feb 4 7 – 10:30 pm

COOKING FOR MEN ONLY!

Hey guys! Need a few tips on cook-ing a good healthy meal for one? If your answer is “absolutely”, then you’re in luck! This fun activity will help make life a little easier in the kitchen. Space is limited to 10 participants so sign up right away. Leader: Jim Douglas Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E14) Tues, Jan 11 2 – 4 pm

“CRIMES OF THE HEART” THEATRICAL PRODUCTION

“Act One, Act Now”, a community theatre project that helps young people pursue their passion for act-ing, will perform this well-known stage play. It will keep you on the edge of your seat. Cyndy Blackburn, Producer, Director and Founder of this organization, has worked with

aspiring young actors for the past 18 years. She is very excited about sharing this intergenerational of-fering with our older adult commu-nity. Holiday refreshments will be served. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E15) Sat, Dec 11 12 noon - 1:30 pm

DOMINOES TOURNAMENT

Back by popular demand! The dominoes tournament was a lot of fun last year, but this year it will be even better. Now is the time to put your skills to the test as to who’s the best!! Co-sponsored with Cha-pel Hill Parks and Recreation Dept.

Seymour Center (1E16) Fri, Feb 4 10:30 am – 1 pm

GENEALOGY – LET’S CLIMB YOUR FAMILY TREES

Start researching your family his-tory or even jump start your old research, regardless of where your family was located in the US. Us-ing case studies as examples, you will learn how to use some fun and informative internet resources. Join Sandra Whittington Lunsford and Karen Thomas as they share some of the tips and tricks they’ve learned in their combined 60+ years of experience of researching their families. This is an informal, beginner’s series of four genealogy classes. Limited space so be sure to register before Jan 6. Fee: $15


Thurs, Jan 20 – Feb 10 2 – 4:15 pm

GERSHWIN REVIEW

Prime Time Players presents A Ger-shwin Review. Singers, tap danc-ers. musicians, and pianists will have you swaying to “Rhapsody in Blue” and “Porgy and Bess”, feel the beat of “Strike Up the Band” and “Clap Yo’ Hands”. Enjoy love songs and duets like “The Man I Love”, “Embraceable You” and “Our Love is Here to Stay”. Fee at the door: $7


Fri, Dec 3 2 pm

Sat, Dec 4 1 pm

GRANDDAD’S TURKEY – FOR MEN ONLY

Treat your family, or yourself, this holiday season by cooking the tur-key! It’s so simple you may even start a tradition. Learn a 1-2-3 fool proof way of roasting a moist (not overcooked) turkey with traditional herb stuffing, baked sweet pota-toes, and cranberry/orange Jell-o salad. Bring your Tupperware for take home late night turkey snack-ing. Chef Paul Larkin, who trained with acclaimed European chefs and managed private clubs and luxury hotels, will teach the class. Regis-ter before Dec 1. Sorry ladies, this is for men only. Fee: $5

Central Orange SC (2E19) Fri, Dec 10 3 – 4:30 pm

HOLIDAY BINGO WITH A TWIST

Back by popular demand, we will enjoy playing bingo in a different way. It’s easy so join us for a morn-ing of fun! Don’t forget to register for lunch before noon on Tues if you plan to stay after the games. Ruth King is our caller. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E20) Wed, Dec 1 10 – 11 am

HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Celebrate another holiday lun-cheon with the Alston and Boldin Family while we enjoy traditional dishes, and entertainment . Trans-portation will leave from the Sey-mour Center at 10:30 am and will return at 1:30 pm. Co-sponsored with Chapel Hill Parks and Recre-ation Dept. Call 968-2070 to regis-ter. Fee: FREE

Hargraves Center (1E21) Fri, Dec 17 11 am – 2 pm

HOLIDAY TREE TRIMMING PARTY

Join us for a morning of hot cider and holiday music as we decorate our tree for the holidaysCall the center to register before Dec 1.

Central Orange SC (2E22) Fri, Dec 3 10:30 am

I WISH I KNEW ABOUT… GARDEN SERIES

“I wish I knew about how to keep deer and rabbits out of my garden”

is the topic for a new monthly gar-den series. Join the discussion on preventing 4-legged pests in the garden led by a representative from imustgarden®. Proceeds support the Seymour Garden Group. Fee: $5

Seymour Center (1E23) Mon Feb 21 10 -11:30 am

JOURNEY TO CAPE COD AND NEW ENGLAND ISLANDS: A DIGITAL PHOTO SHARE

Start your morning off with a cup of coffee and muffin, as you find the best seat in the house for a digital photo journey with Cyd. If you have ever wanted to visit this part of our country, or are thinking about it, you will definitely want to come. Photos shared will capture a Senior Center Fall excursion to Cape Cod, and New England Isles. Hope to see you! Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E24) Fri, Feb 4 10 - 11:30 am

KARAOKE SING-A-LONG

Join Haryo and friends for a variety of songs and fun. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E25) Wednesdays 10 - 11 am Thursdays 2 - 4 pm

LAS VEGAS NIGHT

This event sold out the last few years so get your tickets fast! Your ticket will include music, dancing, dinner, and $10,000 in gaming money (Black Jack, Roulette, etc) to use for bidding on prizes. Co-sponsored with the Friends of Cen-tral Orange. Call the senior cen-ter for additional information and ticket sales. Fee: $20 per ticket

Central Orange SC (2E26) Sat, Feb 12 6 - 10 pm

MEDLEY OF HOLIDAY SONGS WITH LARRY BURK

What a wonderful time of the year - when family and friends gather for holiday cheer! Join us for a morn-ing of songs around the piano as we usher in the season. Holiday treats and warm wassail will be served. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E27) Tues, Dec 14 11 am - 12 noon


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Coming Spring of 2011! We are hosting something just for you - Men’s Night Out! We are go-ing to do it up in the Wild, Wild West! Get out your best denim and white shirt for an evening of games, dinner and entertain-ment. If you have a cowboy hat, don’t forget to wear it! If not, cowboy hats will be provided. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E28) Wed, Apr 13 6 - 9 pm

MINUTE TO WIN IT!

Come put your skills to the test. There will be fun and interesting games to try and finish in only a minute. Even if you don’t want to try playing, come be a cheer-leader.

Central Orange SC (2E29) Wed, Feb 9 10:30 am

MLK CELEBRATION

Join us for a special celebration as we honor and remember Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. Hear his words and remember his journey through song, video, and special readings. Register before Jan 7, and be sure to let us know if you plan to join us for lunch.

Central Orange SC (2E30) Fri, Jan 14 10:30 am

MLK: IT STARTED WITH HIS DREAM

During the 1950s and 1960s, civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr recognized the power of ser-vice to strengthen communities and achieve common goals. The Seymour Center will be honoring Dr King this year by partnering with the Orange County Litera-cy Council on a children’s book drive to benefit local shelters, crisis intervention programs, and other non-profit organizations. People of all ages can show the community that service is able to be embraced by everyone. Chil-dren’s books can be dropped off from Mon, Jan 3 - Fri, Jan 14 at the Seymour Center. Volunteers

are needed to sort, re-pack and distribute them. On Tues, Jan 25 a “Reflections by Candlelight Reception” will be held for the book drive volunteers, and part-ners, to share stories. We want to make this holiday a special time for people of all ages and back-grounds to improve lives, bridge social barriers and move our na-tion closer to the “Beloved Com-munity” that Dr King envisioned. A meeting will be held on Mon, Dec 6 to present opportunities to get involved. To register, call Arthelia Hampton at 968-2016. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E31) Mon, Dec 6 11 am - 12 noon

MUSIC LESSONS

Introduction to playing the re-corder will be taught by Claire Watkins. The recorder is free once you’ve completed the ses-sion. Call the center to register before Thurs, Jan 21. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E32) Thurs, Feb 3 – Mar 3 10:30 – 11:30 am

MUSIC WITH MARY

Join Mary Allison for a morning of music and fun as she plays our favorite songs for a sing- along. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E33) Thurs, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3 11 am

MY FUNNY VALENTINE - A FUN VIDEO PRESENTATION

Calling all camera lovers! Seize an exciting chance to share your funny Valentine - whether it’s a poem, story, song, or a special moment in your life. Everyone will receive a special treat for participating in this video presen-tation, which will be shown in the theater before lunch. Come, get a good seat as you won’t want to miss this! Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E34) Mon, Feb 14 11 am - 12 noon

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION SERIES

Yes, most of us make resolutions for a reason. Yet, most of them last until, maybe, the end of Jan. This series is about setting and attaining your goals. Most reso-lutions revolve around money, weight loss, healthier living, and getting rid of “stuff”. Why not make it your goal to check out our series and see what a difference it can make for you. Contact the center to register before Jan 3.

Thus, Jan 6: Goal Setting - how to get your New Year’s Resolu-tions, or other goals, off the ground. Led by Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, Dept on Aging

Thurs, Jan 13: Finances - Who’s in control of your money? How to get more out of money. Led by Janet Lowdermilk, State Employees Credit Union.

Thurs, Jan 20: Eating Right and Moving More - We all want to feel better. Our health is a combination of what we eat and exercise. Led by Kevin Kirk, MS, Exercise Physiologist/Fit-ness Trainer

Thurs, Jan 27- Decluttering Your Life- If decluttering and organiz-ing are part of your goals. you will be encouraged and em-powered to take control of your clutter, be it “stuff”, people, or activities and create a life that fits your wants and needs. Led by Jane Armstrong, Profession-al Organizer

Central Orange SC (2E35) 3 – 4:30 pm

NEWCOMERS’ COFFEE

This 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 pro-grams and services. We are your resource for wellness, lifelong learning, access to benefits and meaningful opportunities. There will be time for coffee, conversa-tion and a tour of our facilities. Call the senior center to register.

Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E36) Thurs, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10 10 am

Seymour Center (1E37) Thurs, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10 10 am

PIANO (INSTANT) FOR HOPE-LESSLY BUSY PEOPLE WORK-SHOP

Take 3 entertaining hours to learn how to play the way the pros do - with chords. After class, develop your techniques at home using the class workbook and 60-min-ute CD provided by the instruc-tor. Beginning course in chord piano - also works for those who play traditional piano. Instructor: Deborah Belcher holds BS, MM, and DMA degrees in piano. Since 1970, she has taught private and group piano lessons to students’ ages 5 to 80 in university and av-ocational venues. Fee: $49. Ma-terials fee of $25, for workbook & 60-min practice CD, will be col-lected at workshop by instructor.

Seymour Center (1E38) Thurs, Dec 2 6 – 9 pm

POKER - TExAS HOLD’EM

Haven’t attended a poker game in a while? This might be your day! Featuring Texas Hold’em! Our game leader, Jim Douglas, a native Texan, is ready to show everyone a great time. Prizes will be given, refreshments will be served. Sounds like a win-win event. Don’t forget to register! Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E39) Tues, Jan 25 3 – 5 pm

POTLUCKS AT CENTRAL OR-ANGE SENIOR CENTER

(Remember time has changed for the winter months 4:30 – 6 pm. No potluck in Dec due to the holi-day)

Thurs, Jan 20 - Brunswick Stew: You are sure to enjoy this tasty stew created here in the south-east. To complement this Amer-ican dish, we are going to add


the all American sound of Blue-grass. Contact the center before Jan 13 to make your reservation, and let us know which side you plan to bring.

Thurs, Feb 17 - Chili Night: There’s nothing like a hot bowl of chili on a cold night. See if Lady Luck is on your side as we open up our gam-ing tables after dinner. The center will provide the chili and you bring the sides. Contact the center to register before Feb 10, and let us know what you plan to bring. If you are wondering what to bring we have a list of suggestions for you when you register.

Central Orange SC (2E40) 4:30 – 6 pm

POTLUCKS & SPECIAL DINNERS AT SEYMOUR CENTER

Thurs, Dec 9 - Christmas Social! ‘Tis the season to be jolly! Get ready for another event co-spon-sored with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation. Get out your fancy at-tire and come celebrate this eve-ning. A beautiful holiday meal will be served accompanied by live entertainment. Please make your reservations by Wed, Nov 24. You will not need to bring any food or dessert to this event.

Thurs, Jan 13 - Post New Years Res-olution Celebration! Let’s start the New Year off with our 2011 resolu-tions and a special dinner. Please bring your favorite dessert to share with 8 to 10 people. Our entertainers for the evening will be the Seymour Tap Dancers and Friends. Make your reservations by Thurs, Dec 30, and let us know what DESSERT you will bring.

Thurs, Feb 10 - Chili Anyone? This year is off to a great start, so let’s keep it rolling with a hot bowl of homemade chili! Cornbread, applesauce and slaw will accom-pany your meal. As in Jan, only bring desserts that will serve 8 to 10 people. Our entertainers will be The Doozies. Please make your reservations by Thurs, Jan 27 and let us know what DESSERT you will bring.


2nd Thurs 4 – 5:30 pm Please note new time!

PRICE IS RIGHT

Calling all savvy shoppers! Put your knowledge to the test and see if you end up being the big winner as we bring the Price is Right to Central Orange. Call the center to register before Jan 6.

Central Orange SC (2E42) Wed, Jan 12 10:30 am

qUARTERLY INSPIRATIONS

This performance will be a tribute to Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. Con-tact the center for additional infor-mation and to make reservations.


Thurs, Jan 13 7 – 8:30 pm

SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS

This musical comedy takes place on Christmas Eve of 1941 in Mount Pleasant Baptist Church’s sanctuary, Mount Pleasant, NC. The play pres-ents the last Gospel Sing featuring the Sanders Family before the war forces the group to disband. It uses twenty-eight standard Christmas carols and Gospel songs. Between songs, the family members tell personal stories that relate to their trials of faith. If you liked “Smoke on the Mountain“, you won’t want to miss this sequel performed by the Orange Community Players. Concessions will be sold during in-termission. Tickets sold at the door or contact the center for pre-sale. Fee: tickets $10 for older adults and students, $12 for adults

Central Orange SC (2E44) Sat, Dec 4 8 pm (doors open at 7:30 pm)

SENIOR IDENTITY THEFT

You have worked hard for what you have, why let someone pretend to be you? Butch Clark from the Or-ange County Sheriff’s Department will be here to help you know how to avoid Identity Theft.

Central Orange SC (2E45) Thurs, Jan 20 10:30 – 11:30 am

SOUNDS OF THE SEASON

Treat yourself to an evening out and enjoy beautiful holiday mu-

sic performed by the Community Band Players. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the concert will begin at 7 pm. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2E46) Thurs, Dec 16 7 pm

SPANKY’S CLUBHOUSE GANG – FOR MEN ONLY

The number one rule is “No girls allowed” when boys are cooking. Are you tired of eating alone, and fixing the same old boring meals? Come and get tips from a former chef who has prepared meals for movie stars and catered theme events for thousands. Pick up tips that make cooking fun from flipping an egg skillet to really good soups, and delicious dinners to enjoy and freeze for later. This is a hands on demonstration you won’t want to miss. Chef Paul Larkin trained with acclaimed European chefs, and managed private clubs and luxury hotels. He opened a theme park for Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey where he fed as many as 10,000 guests. Come join the fun. Registration is required one week before each class. (Note: Times vary to accommodate the meal you are preparing.) Fee: $3 per class

Fri, Jan 21 (8:30 – 11 am) Skills with a skillet-breakfast - how to poach eggs, make a variety of omelets, sugar-free thick French toast and sautéed apples.

Fri, Feb 4 (11 am – 12:30 pm) Soup and salad-lunch - Hearty chicken and brown rice soup, Maryland style shrimp and crab cake open face sandwich, sweet cole slaw.

Fri, Feb 18 (3 – 4:30 pm) Tips of beef-dinner - stroganoff or tender-loin style with fresh mushrooms, brown onion gravy or burgundy flavored, Dutch noodles, sweet peas in an onion shell.


SUPER BOWL SUNDAY!

Football fans, you won’t want to miss out on Super Bowl Sunday. Don’t stay home, and cheer alone. Even if you aren’t into football, come and watch popular commercials, engage

in fun activities and games. We will have pizza and drinks, and you can bring your favorite game day snack to share. This program will be held outside our normal business hours, therefore, if you are planning to at-tend, please register no later than Fri, Jan 28. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E48) Sun, Feb 6 5:30 - 8:30 pm

VICTORIA WINDLER’S EYES ON OPERA

This popular program continues - including a website, www.meet-up.com/Chapel-Hill-Opera, with information about the scheduled operas. Come and enjoy the per-formances and introductions, fol-lowed by group discussions led by Stan Cheren. There will be a lunch break during each production, so please bring your own. The center will provide drinks. Sign up at the front desk, or on the web site. Fee: FREE

Sat, Dec 18 Hansel and Gretel, by Humperdinck

Sat, Jan 15 Don Carlo, by Giuseppe Verdi

Sat, Feb 19 Don Giovanni, by Mozart

Seymour Center (1E49) Every 3rd Sat 10 am – 2 pm

VILLAGE ELDERS LECTURE SERIES

The Village Elders Lecture Series has been bringing scholars togeth-er with the community for more than twenty years. Come and take full advantage of these lectures and the rich educational opportu-nities they offer. Open to the pub-lic. Contact: Walter Mack, 933-5436 Fee: FREE

Thurs, Jan 20: Dr James Dean, Head of the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, will lecture on “Is the US Losing Its Competitive Edge in the Global Economy?”

Thurs, Feb 17: Dr Kimball King, Professor Emeritus, UNC Depart-ment of English, will speak on “How Hollywood Impacts Our So-ciety.”

Seymour Center (1E50) 2:30 pm


WALKING IN SANTA’S BOOTSThis is a unique opportunity to hear true stories of hope and inspiration presented by a real bearded Santa, local Steve Gill-ham. Santa Steve is a “Charity” Santa who spends much of his time at UNC and Duke Children’s Hospitals. Enjoy hot chocolate and holiday cookies as we listen to a masterful storyteller. Come prepared to have your heart filled with joy and a new awareness of the place Santa holds in our com-munity, and around the world. This program is for adults only. RSVP before Dec 1.

Central Orange SC (2E51) Tues, Dec 7 3 pm

WESTERN SERIES

Travel back to the Wild West as we begin our series with west-ern heroes like Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, and John Wayne. We’ll even provide the popcorn! Led by Thurman Williams

Central Orange SC (2E52) Fri, Jan 21 – Feb 25 10 am

YOUR CHOICE OF GAME SE-RIES:

Games are always fun, whether they require concentration or a lot of interaction! We welcome you to our series of selected games. We want this to be a fun time for you and yours. Therefore, we will have prizes, tasty refreshments and a surprise incentive for the first 10 people that sign up and attend each event. Let’s party!

Tues, Dec 14 Chess Show-down!

Tues, Jan 11 Scrabble Mania!

Tues, Feb 8 Uno Spin and At-tack Party! Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1E53) Tues, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 8 2 - 4 pm

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

BADMINTON

Sponsored by the Orange Coun-

ty Recreation and Parks Depart-ment. Fee charged

Central Recreation Center: Tryon St, Hillsborough (2S1)

Tues, Wed, & Fri 9 – 11 am

BADMINTON

Enjoy a friendly game during our open play weekly sessions. Beginners are welcomed. Rac-quets are available. Partner not needed.

Central Orange SC (2S2)

Wednesdays 2 – 4 pm

Seymour Center (1S3)

Tuesdays 4:30 – 6:45 pm

Saturdays 8:15 - 10:45 am

BADMINTON LESSONS

These lessons are for beginners or those who would like to brush up on their game. Instructor: CD Poon ([email protected])


Email Instructor or Call the front desk for an appointment.

BASKETBALL - OPEN COURT TIME

Join your friends for open court time in our Great Hall


Wed & Fridays 8:30 – 9:30 amThursdays 5:30 – 7 pm The evening group practices basketball fundamentals, con-ducts dribbling, shooting, and rebounding drills, and plays “friendly games” – so there is always some activity for players of any skill level and everyone is welcome.

BASKETBALL – SHOOT AROUND


Tuesdays 2:30 - 4:30 pm

BILLIARDS

Bring a friend and enjoy shooting a round of pool. Every day, any time.



BILLIARDS LESSONS

This one-on-one instruction is for beginners, or those who would

like to brush up on their game.Instructor: Bob Roberts


Call front desk for an appointment

BOCCE BALL

Time to put some miles on our bocce ball court! Hang out with Jim Douglas and Jim Ulrick, who’re ready to play and look forward to showing you a great time! Weather permitting

Seymour Center (1S10) Mondays 10 am Wednesdays 1:30 pm

BOCCE BALL

A group often plays on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. Friendly, relaxed competition. Contact Joan Alston, 932-7104, for days and times.

Chapel Hill Community Center (1S11)

SHUFFLEBOARD

Whether it is for practice or fun, shuffleboard and horseshoes are another great way to exer-cise. Come to learn, or to show someone how to play the game. Feel free to take a lunch and so-cialize afterwards.

Northside Gym - Hargraves Community Center (1S12)

Tuesdays 10 am – 12 noon


Fridays 9 – 11 am

TABLE TENNIS

If you wish, bring your own pad-dles and balls, or use the equip-ment available at the Center. All skill levels are welcome. Cen-tral Orange SC Contact: Tommy Wade, 477-4212. Seymour Cen-ter Contact: Sherry Graham, 636-2264 or Alan Tom, 933-8972.


Mondays 5 – 9 pm

Wednesdays 9 – 11 am


Tues & Wed 10 – 11:30 am

Tues & Thurs 2 – 4 pm

Saturdays 11 am – 1:30 pm

WII – OPEN PLAY

Instructor: Virginia Davis


Thursdays 12 noon


Thursdays 10:30 – 11:30 am

DANCEBALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL

Great way to meet new people! Recorded music. All ages, cou-ples and singles are welcome. For information, call 933-8982. Fee: $2 at the door

Seymour Center (1D1)

4th Thurs: Dec - Holiday, Jan 27, Feb 24 7 – 9 pm

CLOGGING

What a great way to get in shape while having fun. This is a be-ginner’s class so you will learn basic clogging steps. No prior dance experience necessary. Instructor: Kelly Brinn. Fee: $38 per session

Central Orange SC (2D2)

Session I: Thurs, Jan 6 - 27 6 – 6:45 pm

Session II: Thurs, Feb 3 - 24 6 - 6:45 pm

DANCE SAMPLER

Come dance to a mix of waltz, swing, tango and Scandina-vian couples dancing. We will be dancing to recorded music. There is no formal teaching, but there may be some brief instruc-tion of less well-known dances. No partner necessary. Fee: FREE


Thurs, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10 7 - 8:30 pm

LINE DANCING

Line Dancing is great exercise. Best of all, no partner is needed. Join this growing class and learn the best line dancing around. In-structor: Bruce Gillooly Fee: $3 per class. Purchase tickets at the front desk.

Seymour Center (1D4) Mondays 1 – 3 pm

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LINE DANCING

This class is for new and expe-rienced line dancers. You will be improving your memory and getting the benefits of exercising while having fun. Instructor: Becky Walker Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2D5) Mondays 3 - 4:30 pm Tuesdays 1 – 2:30 pm

LINE DANCING

First 30 minutes of the class is for beginners. The class is co-spon-sored with Orange County Recre-ation and Parks. Annual Fee: $25

Central Orange Recreation Center (2D6) Thursdays 9:30 – 11 am

MERENGUE DANCE FOR FUN

Ready to Merengue? Learn a few Merengue moves in a fun and informal atmosphere that will keep you on the dance floor. No lesson will be the same. Meren-gue dancing will be practiced to recorded music with Isabel Jack-son, our very own Food Service Coordinator. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1D7) 1st Mon: Dec 6, Jan 3, Feb 7 4 – 5 pm

SENIORS KNOW THEY CAN DANCE

Are you a senior who loves to dance? WE invite you to show off your moves at “Seniors Know They Can Dance.” Participants will be paired with a younger dancer to learn a short routine provided by one of our choreographers. The competition kicks off with an infor-mational event in the Seymour Center’s theater on Tues, Jan 25 at 10:30 am, and culminates with the competition on Sat, Mar 26 from 1 – 3 pm. Watch for more details.

Seymour Center (1D8) Tues, Jan 25 10:30 – 11:30 am.

TAP DANCING

Did you tap dance as a child? Even if you have never danced, have you always had a desire to learn? Now is your chance to learn the fine art of tap dancing for free. This class is

taught by Bruce Gillooly who started dancing 50 years ago and still loves doing it today! Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2D9) Tuesdays, Beginners 9 – 10 am

Tuesdays, Intermediate 10–11am

WALTzING PRACTICE

For those who love to waltz, and those learning to waltz. Taped and live music provided. All ages wel-come. Fee: $2 at the door


1st & 3rd Thurs: Dec 2, 16; Jan 6, 20; Feb 3, 17 7– 8:30 pm

INTEREST GROUPSBOOK CLUB

We are a small, but lively group, and welcome more. Please send us sug-gestions for a catchy name for the book club. We’ll vote on the best and have a book prize for the chosen.3rd Tues Tues, Dec 21 No Meeting Tues, Jan 18 Fly Away Home, by Jennifer Weiner Tues, Feb 15 Half Broke Horses, by Jennette Wells

Central Orange SC (2G1) 2 – 3:30 pm

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

This group is always open to new-comers. Come join us! Leader: Linda Swierczewski, 490-9795 The group will not be meeting in Dec. Mon, Jan 24 The Reader, by Bernhard Schlink Mon, Feb 21 The Nineteenth Wife, by David Eldershoff

Seymour Center (1G2) 2 pm

HILLSBOROUGH LEATHERCRAFT GUILD

Are you interested in working with leather? Would you like to be part of a group that also enjoys all aspects of leather work? Then come join us for our new Leathercraft Guild.

Central Orange SC (2G3) Mon, Nov 15, Dec 20, Jan 24, Feb 21 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

INSPIRATIONAL TOPICS FOR PRACTICAL LIVING

Join us for this discussion series.Leader: Walter Faribault, Brenda Lassiter

Central Orange SC (2G4) Tuesdays 10 – 11 am

ISSUES OF FAITH

Back by popular demand! This time is set aside for those who enjoy gather-ing together for scriptures, songs and uplifting words of encouragement. Join our new leader, Annie Cotton as she leads these inspirational discus-sions. Leader: Annie Cotton

Seymour Center (1G5) Tuesdays 10:30 – 11:30 am

PASSAGE MEDITATION (SATSANG)

“The Eight Point Program of Passage Meditation was developed by Eck-nath Easwaran. The approach 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 relationships, release deeper resources and real-ize one’s highest potential” Visit the website, www.easwaran.org, for more information, or contact Linda at 968-8499, or Ann at 942-2844 On-going. Fee: FREE

Seymour Center (1G6) Sat, Dec 11; Jan 8, 22; Feb 12, 26 9 – 10:30 am

PEN PAL PROGRAM

We are looking for those interested in corresponding with second grad-ers attending Cameron Park Elemen-tary School. If you are interested in becoming a Pen Pal contact Terry (245-2016) or Lisa (245-2026) for ad-ditional information.

Central Orange SC (2G7)

PRIME TIME PLAYERS

The Prime Time Players is an acting troupe planning an all Gershwin pro-gram. Anyone interested in perform-ing, singing, playing an instrument, dancing of being a master of ceremo-nies should contact Mary Anne Freedman at 967-5883, email [email protected], or leave your name at the Seymour Center’s front desk.

Seymour Center (1G8) 2nd Mon, Dec 13, Jan 10, Feb 14 3 – 5 pm

SEYMOUR GARDEN GROUP

Join the Garden Team to plant bulbs, prep for winter and plan our spring garden. All are welcome. Watch the Garden Bulletin Board near the front desk. Call Vicki, 968-2056

Seymour Center (1G9) Bulb planting – Nov 5 9:30 am until done

1st Fri meet to plan and garden – Dec 3, Jan 7, Feb 4 9:30 am – 12 noon

Planting in the Garden: 3rd Fridays and following Mondays 9:30 am – 12 noon

SINGLES LUNCH BUNCH

Looking for a perfect way to meet new people? Then join this grow-ing group today!! The Singles Lunch Bunch will meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am. If you’re interested in joining, contact the front desk at the Seymour Center for more details.

Seymour Center (1G10) Tues, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 11:30 am

SUDOKU

Keep 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 for the afternoon. Sudoku game sheets provided; however you are welcome to bring some to share. Coach: Beverly Sanders

Seymour Center (1G11) Thursdays 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 organiza-tion. We’ll help you reach your goals in a warm, caring support group for adults and children(age 7 +). Come join us to help you have the pounds “Fall” off. Contact: Corinne at 643-2087 (Central Orange), and Laura at 870-0479 (Seymour Center) for more information. Fee: First visit is free.


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Seymour Center (1G12) Mondays 11 am – 12 noon

Central Orange SC (2G13) Tuesdays (weigh-in 10:30 am in the Wellness Room) 11 am – 12 noon

TAI CHI FRIENDS

Bring a friend and join others for this non-instructional class. Prac-tice what you have learned. This is great for balance and memory. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2G14) Thursdays 1 – 2 pm

TIME OUT CLUB

Are 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, then call Terry at 245-2016 and join others who are interested in taking time out for a morning, af-

ternoon, or evening of fun.

Central Orange SC (2G15)

WRITERS’ DISCUSSION GROUP

This group published its fourth book, “Lest the Colors Fade”. We are always looking for new mem-bers, including experienced and beginner writers. We assist each other by offering helpful sugges-tions 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 Nondice Ginther, 942-2137.

Seymour Center (1G16) Tues, Dec 7, 21; Jan 4, 18; Feb 1, 15 2 – 4 pm

YOGA FRIENDS

Join this senior-friendly yoga

group led by Florence Garland, who has been “yogaing” for over 30 years. At one point Florence was certified to teach but with her experience and age, she no lon-ger pursues the certification. The group’s focus will be on breathing, concentration, awareness, and stretching. No floor work will be required. Fee: FREE

Central Orange SC (2G17) Fridays 1 – 2 pm Resumes in April, 2011

YOU MAKE ME FEEL SO YOUNG - DVD PROJECT DIRECTED BY STEVE TOLL AND KATHLEEN (KACKY) HAMMON

America has a rich musical his-tory, and as we grow and develop throughout our lives music marks our major and minor moments. Our program will highlight individuals

Orange County Senior GamesSenior Games is a year-round health promotion program for adults ages 55 +. Activities include clinics, tournaments, social activi-ties, SilverArts, as well as local and state competitions. For more information call Corina Riley, 968-2080, Senior Games Coordinator. The Recreation and Parks Depart-ments of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and the Orange County Depart-ment on Aging are the local spon-sors. 2011 Orange County Senior Games SilverArts will be held Apr 11-Jun 2, and Athletic Events will be held Apr 16-May 6.

Senior Games on-going activi-ties events schedule: Please see the Athletics section in this issue of Senior Times for more information.

Registration InformationRegistration forms will be mailed to the previous year’s participants the 1st week of Feb. All new participants may pick up a registration applica tion from the following loca-

tions: both senior centers, recreation departments, and at the locations of each event in Orange County or call a se-nior center and ask for a form to be mailed to you. Be sure to check the application for an “early bird” savings. The early bird deadline is Fri, Mar 11 and the final deadline is Fri., Apr 1 (the SilverArts registration deadline will also be Fri, Apr 1). For more information or op-portunities to volunteer at any of the events, please call Terry Colville, 245-2016. For informa-tion about SilverArts call Cyd-nee Sims, 969-3025.

SilverArtsSilverArts will be a juried show. Please complete the Senior Games SilverArts registration form contained in the Senior Games registration packet. SilverArts will be held at the Seymour Center. All artwork is to be brought to the Seymour Center on Tues, Apr 5 between 9 am – 12 noon .

T-shirt Logo ContestSenior Games is having a con-

test using Orange County Se-nior Games’ logo. The winning design, as well as the artist’s name, will be put on the back of the participants’ shirts. Please note that the artwork can only be in one color, and should be submitted, attention Myra Aus-tin, to either the Central Orange Senior Center in Hillsborough, or the Seymour Center in Cha-pel Hill. For questions, call or email Myra at 968-2073 or [email protected]. The Senior Games Planning com-mittee will select the contest’s winner. If you are interested in helping design the 2011 Se-nior Games participants’ shirt, please submit your design by Fri, Jan 7 at 5 pm.

in our senior community as they tell their stories and the group performs the songs. The stories will be placed into the larger context of American history for the last 100 years with the aid of narration and images, as the group performs the songs. Steve Toll and Kathleen (Kacky) Hammon will direct the program and provide all the musical accompaniment, ar-ranging, vocal coaching and audio production. The entire process will be videoed and edited to create a DVD to promote the Seymour Center.

Seymour Center (1G18) Fri, Dec 10, Jan 14, Feb 11 10 am -12 noon

75 PLUS CLUB

This club recognizes those 75 years and older. Get-togethers include group activities and special events. If you plan to be a part of this dynamic group, join us at the upcoming meet-ings. Don’t forget to sign up. Our leader, Al Menlovitz , is very excited about leading the club. Come, join him, and others, for a great time!! Contact Corina Riley, 968-2080, for more details.

Seymour Center (1G19) Thurs, Dec 16, Jan 20, Feb 17 11 am – 12 noon

ORGANIZATIONS & CLUB MEETINGSCENTRAL NC MINERAL CLUB

Meetings are on the first Tues-day of every month. Guests are always welcome. Contact: Sylvia Hubbard, 929-5673 ([email protected])

Tues, Dec 7: Hypervelocity Impact Craters: Led by Ed Wise Tues, Jan 4: TBA

Tues, Feb 1: TBA

Seymour Center (1OR1) 7 pmTues, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1

CHADER: CHAPEL HILL AND DUR-HAM ELDERCARE RESOURCES GROUP

Organization 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.com

Seymour Center (1OR3) Thurs, Dec 16, Feb 17 8:30 – 10 am

CHAPEL HILL CAMERA CLUB

Contact: Charles Twine, President, 419-9091

Seymour Center (1OR2) Tues, Dec 14; Jan 11, 25; Feb 8, 22 7 pm

CHAPEL HILL CAMERA CLUB - DIGITAL IMAGING GROUP

Contact: Charles Twine, President, 419-9091

Seymour Center (1OR4) Tues, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 7 pm

GOLDEN AGE HAPPY CIRCLE CLUB

Contact: Lula Alston, 967-5706

Seymour Center (1OR5)

Tues, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 8 10:30 am

JOLLY 79ERS CLUB

Newcomers are welcome.

Central Orange SC (2OR6)

Mon, Dec 6, Jan 3, Feb 7 10 – 11:30 am

NATIONAL FEDERATION FOR THE BLIND OF ORANGE COUNTY

The National Federation for the Blind of Orange County is seek-ing members who are visually im-paired and/or sighted who wish to participate. Our goal is to improve the livelihood of the blind through advocacy. For more information please contact Don Tickle, 643-2620, or John Collins, 969-2999.

Seymour Center (1OR7)

2nd Tues, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 8 2 – 4 pm

RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES (NARFE) ASSOCIATION

All retired federal employees and their spouses are invited to a dis-cussion of issues regarding their welfare. No Meeting in Dec and Feb

Fri, Jan 28: Kevin Kirk, UNC Physiologist, Topic: “How to Stay Fit Walking” For more info contact: Walter

Mack, President, at 933-5436

Seymour Center (1OR8) Fri, Jan 28 11 am

TRIANGLE WEAVERS ORGANIzATION

Newcomers are always wel-come. For more information, contact: Sandy Lyles, 688-1497 Thurs, Dec 2: Holiday Event – Bring a small weaving related gift for gift exchange.

Thurs, Jan 27: “Little Looms Round Robin” No February Meeting. Early March Date to be arranged.

Seymour Center (1OR9) 6:30 - 9 pm

Lunch at the CentersThe Seymour and the Central Or-ange Senior Centers serve lunch Monday - Friday at 12 noon. The Se-nior Lunch program is operated by the Orange County Department on Aging. People age 60+ are eligible to eat the daily lunches that are funded by the Federal Older Amer-icans Act, as well as the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsbor-ough, the Orange County Depart-ment, and the United Way. Al-though there isn’t a charge for the meals, donations are an important part of the program and contribu-tions are voluntary and confiden-tial. For people under age 60, the cost of the meal is $5. We are en-joying our caterer, Nantucket Café, which is well known locally for its great food and service. Spread the word to your friends, and make a reservation to come eat lunch with us. To make a reservation, call either Center by noon the day before you wish to eat lunch. On the day that you arrive for lunch please stop by the desk between 10 am – 12 noon to pick up your lunch ticket.

Tuesday Tell All (2SL1)This is the day to update your calendar for the next month. An-nouncements concerning upcom-ing programs for the month will be made by the staff.

Central Orange SC Tues, Dec 7 & 21Tues, Jan 4 & 18

Tues, Feb 1 & 15

Melange Fridays at the Seymour Center (1SL2)Join us for special programs on Melange Fridays. All programs will be held in the theater prior to lunch, unless otherwise noted. What’s Happening Next Month, will be an-nounced during lunch.

Dec 3: What’s Happening Next Month at Seymour!

Dec 10: Young at Heart DVD Project with Steve Toll and Kacky Hammon

Dec 17: Fellowship Luncheon

Dec 24: Center Closed

Dec 31: Center Closed

Jan 7: New Year Toast with the Staff (held during lunch)

Jan 14: Young at Heart DVD Project with Steve Toll and Kacky Hammon

Jan 21: Music with local artist

Jan 28: What’s Happening Next Month at Seymour!

Feb 4: Fellowship Luncheon

Feb 11: Young at Heart DVD Project with Steve Toll and Kacky Hammon

Feb 18: Music with local artist

Feb 25: What’s Happening Next Month at Seymour!

LAST TUESDAYS AT THE CENTRAL ORANGE SENIOR CENTER (2SL3)

Programs will take place at 11:30 am in the Ballroom, followed by lunch at 12 noon. Don’t forget to call 245-2015 to register by noon the day before, if you would like to join us for lunch.

MOVIESTUESDAY CINEMAS AT THE SEYMOUR CENTER

The movies, with popcorn, start at 1 pm on Tuesdays. If you’d like lunch before then, call 968-2070 before noon on Monday to make a reservation. Movie descriptions are available at the Center.

Dec 7 One Fine Day

Dec 14 Fluke

Dec 21 A Christmas Carol

Jan 4 That Touch of Mink

Jan 11 Captin January

Jan 18 St Martin’s Lane

Jan 25 Roman Holiday

Feb 1 The Legend of Bagger Vance

Feb 8 What the Deaf Man Heard

Feb 15 For Love of Ivy

Feb 22 Ray

Seymour Center (1M1)

Tuesdays 1 pm

DVDS: We are collecting DVDs at the Seymour Center. Please bring in one or two of your favorite DVDs that you’d like shown for our Tues-day Cinema series. We will choose our movie selections for the upcom-ing 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 ORANGE

The movies start at 1:15 pm on Fridays. If you’d like lunch before hand, call 245-2015 before noon on Thursday to make a reserva-tion. Movie descriptions are avail-able at the Center.

Dec 3 Polar Express

Dec 10 Deck the Halls

Dec 17 How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Dec 24 CENTER CLOSED

Dec 31 CENTER CLOSED

Jan 7 March of the Penguins

Jan 14 Paul Blart: Mall Cop

Jan 21 Last Chance Harvey

Jan 28 Sahara

Feb 4 Ray

Feb 11 NO MOVIE THIS WEEK

Feb 18 Dr Dolittle

Feb 25 Out to Sea

Central Orange SC (2M2) Fridays 1:15 pm


SENIORS ON THE ROADDo you have any travel ideas? Call Cydnee Sims, 969-3025, with your suggestions for long day and overnight trips, and Terry Colville, 245-2016, for short day trips.

LOCAL DAY TRIPS

Meals on the trips will be on your own, unless otherwise stated.

Trip Registration - Please read carefullyRegistration for the following trips will be taken on or after Mon, Nov 23. To register, call Central Orange SC at 245-2015. You may register yourself, and ONE other person, with address and phone number. Payment must be received within one week, or you will forfeit your spot and be moved to the waiting list. Please make checks payable to: Orange County Dept on Aging and mail them to: Central Orange Senior Center, PO Box 8181, Hills-borough, NC 27278 or to the Sey-mour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. Transporta-tion refunds will be made only if you call the center, and cancel your reservation three working days before the trip. If the mini-mum number of people doesn’t register for a trip, refunds will be issued for the full amount. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure so the bus can be loaded and ready to leave on schedule.Trips leave from the Central Or-ange Senior Center, 103 Mead-owland Dr, Hillsborough, and from the Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill. Re-turn trip times are approximate.

Thurs, Dec 2

(T1) Carolina Christmas Show - Raleigh

Travel to Raleigh’s Convention Center for the 35th Annual Caro-lina Christmas Show with more than 350 exhibitors. Enjoy en-tertainment, foods, handcrafted items, and much more. Tickets: $5.50 for age 65+ ($6.50 under

65) payable at the door (get a $1 off coupon from Food Lion), plus transportation fee: $15. To-tal: $20.50

Central Orange SC 9 am – 4:30 pm

Seymour Center 9:30 am – 4 pm

Thurs, Dec 9

(T2) American Jubilee at the Rudy Theatre - Selma, NC

A 2 hour musical variety show extravaganza that will have you singing along with your favorite songs, laughing out loud, and feeling a stirring of pride as we pay tribute to our great country. Lunch on your own at Cracker Barrel. Fee: $35.50 (transporta-tion and show)



Tues, Dec 14

(T3) Triangle Town Center - Raleigh

Pick up last minutes items at the “Pre-Holiday” sales. This is one of the largest malls in the area so you’re sure to find what you need. Lunch on your own in the food court, or one of the mall’s many restaurants. Fee: $15 (transportation)

Central Orange SC 9 am – 4 pm

Seymour Center 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

Thurs, Jan 6

(T4) Cary Town Mall - Cary

We’re off to find “after Christ-mas” sales. Lunch on your own in the food court or one of the many restaurants in the mall. Fee: $15 (transportation)


Seymour Center 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

Wed, Jan 26

(T5) Fiber Art - Raleigh

If you love quilting, fabrics, and design, join us for our first trip to the Greg Museum of Art and De-sign at NC State University. It will include a behind the scenes tour of this extensive collection, and the newly opened exhibit “Trac-es” – a contemporary approach

to fiber arts. Other art related sur-prises to be revealed! Lunch on your own. Fee: $20 (transporta-tion and guide)

Central Orange SC 8:30 am – 4 pm

Seymour Center 9 am – 3:30 pm

Fri, Feb. 4

(T6) North Carolina Symphony - Raleigh

Once again, it’s time for the NC Symphony at Meymandi Con-cert Hall in Raleigh. Sarah Hicks will conduct a program of mu-sic written for classical dance by composers Saint-Saen, Debussy and Stravinsky. Late lunch after-wards. Fee: $28 (transportation and ticket)


Seymour Center 1 0:30 am – 4:30 pm

Tues, Feb 8

(T7) Barn Dinner Theater in Greensboro

Buster’s Back in Band of Angels. This country music sensation is about the stars of the famous Ry-man Auditorium, featuring char-acters including Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Minnie Pearl, Johnny Cash and many more. When this show premiered it was held over for 8 weeks! Ticket fee: $38 and transportation fee: $15. Total: $53 due by Jan 3.



Tues, Feb 15

(T8) International Civil Rights Cen-ter & Museum, Greensboro, NC

This is an archival center, collect-ing museum, and teaching facility devoted to the struggle for civil and human rights. Enjoy a guid-ed tour at the original lunch coun-ter of the Greensboro sit-ins that served as a catalyst in the civil rights movement. We will have lunch at a local restaurant. Fee: $22 (transportation and tour).

Central Orange SC 9 am – 4:30 pmSeymour Center 9:30 am – 4 pm

SATURDAY GETAWAYS & EXTENDED TRIPSPlease contact Arthelia Hampton at 968-2016 to register, or for more information – including deposits and final payment dates, payment arrangements, cancellations, travel insurance, travel agents’ policies, or any 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 arrangements will be considered for trips of $500 or more. To receive a refund on the Saturday Getaways, cancellations must be made 7 days prior to the trip date.

Sat, Dec 18

(T9) Pinehurst Christmas and Sandhills Horticultural Gardens

A premier destination, nestled among the Sandhills of North Carolina, Pinehurst Resort offers its history and southern hospital-ity this holiday season. Your visit will include an Historic Walking Tour, Christmas Lunch, and tour of their 20 plus decorated Trees and Gingerbread display. After visiting the resort, we will stroll through the enchanting Gardens to wrap up another memorable getaway. Tour includes lunch, transportation and all admis-sions. Gratuity for driver is not included (recommended: $2 - $4 per person). We need 25 people for this trip to take place. Fee: $65 at time of registration

Seymour Center 10:30 am - 6 pm

Sat, Feb 12

(T10) Narroway Productions Live Theater and Dinner

A wonderful way to start out your Valentine’s weekend! Come along, as we travel to Fort Mill, SC (just outside of Charlotte) to Nar-roway Productions for a fabulous show. This large-scale Broad-way Style musical, starts out as a dare that ends up as destiny SE

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when a godly old Grandma teaches that “you can’t judge a book by its cover”. Featuring an all-star teen cast, this funny, but touching, mu-sical is full of energy and will leave you feeling terrific! Dinner will be at 12 noon with the show following. Gratuity for driver is not included (recommended: $3 - $5 per per-son). We need 25 people for this trip to take place. Fee: $80 at time of registration.

Seymour Center 8 am - 7 pm

Central Orange SC 8:30 am - 7:30 pm

Sat, Mar 19

(T11) Pamplin Historical Park tour, and National Museum of the Civil War Soldier

Pamplin Historical Park will offer insight into the life of the com-mon Civil War Soldier, antebellum Southern life and the effect of the Civil War on civilians, as well as the events surrounding the climactic battle of the Petersburg Campaign on April 2, 1865. This tour to Pe-tersburg, VA, includes 4 historic homes, 3 museum exhibits, dem-onstrations at the Park’s recreated Military Encampment, and a tour of the Breakthrough Battlefield. We will also visit the National Mu-seum of the Civil War Soldier prior to the guided tour. A box lunch is included. Gratuity for driver is not included (recommended: $3 - $5 per person). We need 25 people for this trip to take place. Fee: $70 at time of registration.

Seymour Center 8 am - 7 pm

Central Orange SC 8:30 am – 7:30 pm

Tues, Nov 30 – Thurs, Dec 2

(T12) Christmas at Biltmore: Cel-ebrate the season by going to the 36th Annual Christmas at Biltmore Estates which includes: Candle-light Evening House Tour and Re-ception, 2 Biltmore-inspired din-ners, the NEW Antler Hill, Red Wine and Chocolate Seminar at the Win-ery, with the gardens and gift shops to visit at your leisure. We’ll also have: a charming lunch buffet at the Deerpark Restaurant, Biltmore Estate Legacy of the Land tour, and a guided tour of the National Gin-gerbread House competition and

display at the Grove Park Inn. Tour includes: accommodations, trans-portation, all admissions, 2 break-fasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners. Gra-tuities for the driver and the Legacy Tour Guide are not included. Fee: $495 per person for a double, and $620 per person for a single.

Seymour Center 7 am Return 6 pm

Central Orange SC 7:30 am Return 5:30 pm

Tues, Feb 22 – Thurs, Mar 10, 2011

(T13) Australia & New zealand In-Depth Tour: This 17-day tour fea-tures many places with familiar names including: the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Queenstown, New Zealand’s South Islands, Sydney Opera House, Sydney City Tour - and a whole lot more! Detailed information is in the flyer, which is available at the Centers’ front desks. Tour includes: all flights, meals, professional tour director, first class hotels, motor coach, admissions & sightseeing, hotel transfers and baggage han-dling. Gratuities for driver, house-keepers, tour director, and step-on guides are not included. Cost: $6,634 per person for double occu-pancy, single supplement is $1,300 additional. Travel insurance is $260. Contact Arthelia Hampton at 968-2016 for availability and tour infor-mation.

Thurs, Oct 20 – Mon, Oct 31, 2011

(T14) France Magnifique featuring Wine Tasting and Train Journey

Enjoy the best of France including Paris and the French Countryside - with a tour of Paris and a cruise along the River Seine, 2 special dinners (1 at the Paris Latin, Par-is’s oldest cabaret theatre, and the other at the Eiffel Tower), the Arc de Triomphe, spectacular Palace and gardens of Versailles, Cathedral of Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde, Place Vendome, Champs Elysees, Normandy Coast, Memorial Peace Museum, the Military Beach on Omaha Beach, Pointe Du Hoc Rang-er Memorial, Utah Beach, Loire Val-ley, Chateau de Chenonceaux, tour of Chateau du Clos Luce (where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last 3 years), picturesque Amboise, a well

know winery in Vouvray, train ride to Avignon, Provence, and a walking tour “In the footsteps of Cezanne”. Learn the secrets of perfume mak-ing in Grasse, St Paul de Vence , a 16th century walled town overlook-ing the Mediterranean, Nice, where you will see the Place Massena, the lively seafront Promenade des An-glais, and Monaco - where you will tour the famous Casino of Monte Carlo, the 13th century Prince’s Pal-ace, and the Cathedral of Monaco where Prince Rainier III and Prin-cess Grace are buried. The tour will include air, accommodations, ground transportation, baggage handling from hotels, airport to hotel transfers, all attractions, 10 breakfasts, 10 dinners, and a tour manager. Optional travel Insurance is available. Cost: $4,584 per per-son double occupancy, single sup-plement is $800 additional. Collette Vacations Representative, Connie Fortanbary, will host a presenta-tion at the Seymour Center on Wed, Jan 26 at 2 pm for people in-terested in this trip.

FRIENDS OF CENTRAL ORANGE SENIOR CENTER SPONSORED TRIP

Wed, Feb 23 – Tues, Mar 1, 2011

(T15) Bahamas and Key West Cruise from Charleston, SC. Sold out with a waiting list.

Carrboro Recreation & Parks Department ProgramsThe following programs are spon-sored by the Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department. To register, call 918-7364. Unless otherwise noted, trips will leave from the Carrboro Town Hall parking lot, and programs will be held at the Century Center in Carrboro.

BINGO

Bring a friend or just come join all the fun and you may win a prize. Try your luck, sharpen your mind, and see enjoy a small afternoon snack while you play 10 games of bingo. Limited space available.

Fee: FREE

Wed, Dec 15 and Tues, Feb1 2 – 3:30 pm

CAROLINA INN GINGERBREAD VILLAGE ExHIBIT AND LUNCH

This is a local trip right down the road to the Carolina Inn. Enjoy a wonderful buffet lunch with coffee, soda or tea at the Carolina Cross-roads Restaurant and view the Gingerbread Village. Lunch and gratuity are included. Fee: $19

Thurs, Dec 16 11 am - 1:30 pm

HOLIDAY TEA

The ambiance of Carrboro’s Cen-tury Hall will be perfect for this rather elegant afternoon among friends. Mara Shea will be playing for this lovely occasion. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served. Regis-tration Required. Fee: FREE

Century Center

Fri, Dec 3 2 - 3:30 pm

NO SEW BLANKET MARKING

Let’s give to the children! Join us at Covenant Place to assemble no sew fleece blankets to be donated to the UNC Children’s Hospital. Carrboro Parks and Recreation will provide the material and a snack. However, we need you to help do the work. Please call 918-7364 if you would like to help. Fee: FREE

Covenant Place

Tues, Feb 22 2 – 4 pm

VALENTINE PARTY

Celebrate the love of your choice with us this year. Life, grandchil-dren, pets, a sweetie, chocolate, nature, and art are all contenders! This sweet little party promises entertainment, refreshments and games - all in the name of love. Fee: FREE.

Fri, Feb 11 2 – 4 pm

103 Meadowland Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • 245-2015

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

Managed by Orange County Department on Aging with support from the Friends of the Senior Center for Central Orange

Dawn Smith, Facility Manager, 245-2021

Lisa Berley, Front Desk Manager, 245-2015

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

Myra Austin, Wellness Program, 968-2073, e-mail: [email protected]

Janice Tyler, Interim Director of Aging, 968-2071, e-mail: [email protected]

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

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

New hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 8 am - 5 pm; Tues and Thurs 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

Robin Bailin, Facility Manager, 968-2058

Corina Riley, Program Asst. Manager, 968-2080

Jerri Gale, Front Desk Manager, 968-2070

Myra Austin, Wellness Coordinator, 968-2073, e-mail: [email protected]

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

Janice Tyler, Interim Director of Aging, 968-2071, e-mail: [email protected]

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

All Senior Centers will be closed for the Holidays on the following dates: Thurs & Fri, Nov 25-26; Fri, Dec 24 – Tues, Dec 28; and Fri, Dec 31.

OC Web page: www.orangecountync.gov/aging

Senior Times on-line: 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.

NEED HELP FINDING A PLACE TO VOLUNTEER?

The RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program provides personal assistance to peo-ple 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 968-2054 or Email: [email protected]

A service of Orange County Dept on Aging, The Corp 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 Ag-ing/Aging Transitions Division is de-signed to provide consultations, coun-seling, and services to seniors and their families as they face changing health needs, relocations, widowhood, and other age-related issues.

Latonya Brown, MHSA, Aging Resource & Benefits Specialist

Jan Gerard, LCSW, Social Worker & In-Home Care Manager

Carolyn Jefferson, RN, BSN, Dementia Outreach Coordinator

Shirley Jones, RN, BSN, Service Coordinator, Manley Estates

Vibeke Talley, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist & Care Manager

Pam Tillett, MSW, Geriatric Social Worker & Care Manager

Call 968-2087 and Talk to a Professional

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