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JUNE NEWS
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Foundation Car Wash Fund Raiser
The Environmental Services Department is hosting a Car Wash. Residents and staff can have their automobiles washed. Donations will be accepted with all proceeds going to the Westminster Village Foundation. The car washing will take place in the designated resident car washing area next to the employee parking area, adjacent to the resident garden plots. This event is taking place on
Thursday, June 9th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
Watermelon Time!
Summer is here and that means it is time for Watermelon Season! Slices of ice cold watermelon will be served at the Watermelon Social
Wednesday, June 24th 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Please, plan to stay and eat with your friends. This is a social which means you should come, sit and be social!
The Sunshine Cart Needs Donations!
Magazines with large print are preferred. If you would like to make a donation please leave your magazines on the yellow cart, located in the library. These magazines are shared with residents living in Bayridge. Please, no advertisement magazines.
B&B Pecan Company Tour
Tour the B&B Pecan Farm in Fairhope and learn how the business began and continues to thrive. There will be a riding tour of the farm with a step on guide to show you around . After your tour and time to shop for some of the B&B goodies, enjoy a hearty lunch at Saraceno’s Restaurant. Lunch cost, $10 flat fee and is on your own. Seating is limited so sign up early! We go:
Thursday, June 23rd Departing at 8:45 am.
Cool Down on the First Day of Summer
Kona Shaved Ice treats for everyone! Kindred at Home is bringing the Kona Shaved Ice Truck to the Westminster Village campus. Everyone can chill out on the longest day of the year with a sweet frozen treat! Visit the truck in front of the fitness center from
2:00 to 3:00 pm on June 20th.
Limited Seating
Leisure Service outings will use the smaller bus during the hot days of summer, This means fewer seats. If you see an outing that you would like to go on, sign up as soon as possible because the seating is limited on the smaller bus.
Summer Olympic Games Come to Westminster Village!
Has your neighborhood created a flag and come up with a name for your country? Have you decided in which events you plan to compete? Who will carry the torch from your country in the opening ceremony? One person from each country should be selected as the torch bearer. Time is drawing near! Opening ceremonies will be held August 5th. If you have questions or need assistance please contact Amie or Melissa in the Leisure Service and Fitness Department. Some of the Games are listed below:
- Table Tennis Putting
- Shuffleboard Horse Shoes
- Billiards Croquet
- Water Relay Ladder Golf
- Water Volleyball Timed Bike Riding
- Wii Bowling Wii Target Shooting
Heading West
Did you know Biloxi is home of the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum? A docent lead visit has been planned for you to experience one-of-a-kind artifacts and over 300 hundred years of history. After Katrina this museum underwent spectacular renovations and now boasts over 20,000 square feet of exhibit area. Exhibits include everything to do with the seafood industry and recreational fishing. After working up an appetite at the museum, enjoy lunch at Mary Mahoney’s Old French House restaurant.Sign up to go soon as seating is limited on the bus! Museum entrance fee of $8 will go on your statement-Lunch on your own.
Thursday, June 9, 2016 Departing at 8:00 am
Tour of museum at 9:30 am and lunch at 11:30 am
Banana Split Festival
It’s the time of year when everyone looks for the best way to keep cool. Eating cold foods is an excellent way to lower your temperature and make your taste buds happy. Everything you need to create the perfect banana split will be ready and waiting
Monday, June 27th at 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Come create and indulge yourself!
Nathan Nickerson, Magician
Nathan specializes in the modern style of magic. His personal interests are magic, mentalism and psychology. He has over ten years experience in performing for all sized groups. Prepare for an unforgettable experience
Friday, June 24, 2016 at 7:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Mobile and The Revolutionary War
Learn what south Alabama was like during the American Revolution as told by a son of the American Revolution, Art Perez. Your fellow resident, Art Perez, has done extensive genealogical research into his southern Spaniard lineage which means you get to reap the benefits of a great and factual story. Telling the life story about how Captain Manual Lanzos became a Patriot of the sons and daughters of the American Revolution brings this epic time in our history close to home. Mark your calendar for an interesting afternoon on
Friday, June 10, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Ballroom Dancing Exhibition and History
Debbie Simmons and Mike Powell perform various dances and share the history behind these dances with you the audience. Come sip a glass of wine or punch, relax, watch, listen and be entertained. Light refreshments served.
Wednesday, June 8th at 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Movies in June
Friday, June 3rd 2:00 pm – Suffragettes
Dreaming of the right to vote, working-class Maud eagerly joins the early feminist movement. But when the peaceful protests of the suffragettes accomplish nothing, they’re driven to more radical methods of effecting change. PG-13
Friday, June 10th 3:00 pm – The Walk
In 1974, French aerialist Philippe Petit made headlines worldwide with his daring high-wire walk between the twin towers of the World Trade Center. This elevating drama recalls the unauthorized and unforgettable feat pulled off by Petit and his team. PG
Friday, June 17th at 3:00 pm – Unbranded
Intending to cross the United States from south to north on horseback, four friends saddle up their wild mustangs and begin a journey of self-discovery amid breathtaking vistas, uncovering some disquieting truths about the changing American West. PG-13
Wednesday, June 22nd at 3:00 pm – Joy
After 10 years of trying to mass-market the revolutionary floor mop she had invented, housewife Joy Mangano strikes gold with a personal pitch on QVC that turns her Miracle Mop into an overnight marketing miracle. PG-13
All movies shown in Pete Allen Room. Descriptions from Netlix.com.
Happy Birthday!
Celebrate with Friends
May Resident Birthday Party will be held Monday, June 13, 2016 at 3:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
The monthly birthday party is for all those with a birthday in June. Please come share your birthday with your friends! Invite your neighbors and even if it is not your birthday or someone you know, come anyway. A party is more fun when shared with others! Refreshments are served and Bo Grant performs live music.
Arthur Perez 6/3
Bobby Fortenberry 6/4
George Nebel 6/4
Sandra Harris 6/9
Richard Kaiser 6/9
Robert Neibling 6/10
Jean White 6/10
Angela Warner 6/14
Esther Elliot 6/16
Patricia Brislin 6/17
Fran Bartlett 6/19
Bill Travis 6/21
Cora Thomas 6/22
Lea Efron 6/26
MAY NEWS
Story Time in May
May Story Time finishes up the Munich to Montreal book, so that in June we begin a new and exciting book George Washington’s Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution. A true story that reads like fiction about 6 ordinary people, who to this day mostly remain unknown, and their part in aiding George Washington to save America from England. Join Lily every Tuesday at 1:30 pm in the First Floor West Lounge.
GulfQuest Maritime Museum Mission
The mission of Gulfquest/ National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico is “to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to understand and appreciate the gulf coast’s rich maritime heritage through exhibits, programs and activities.” Come find out for yourself! $12 per person on your monthly statement, lunch on your own in the galley.
Thursday, May 19, 2016 departing at 9:15 am
Motorized Mobility Driving Skills Assessments
All residents who use electric powered scooters must take a motorized mobility driving skills assessment. A representative from Eleos will be in the Pete Allen Room to assess each person on their device. If you have any questions about this, please contact Rhonda Henderson at ext. 441 or 251-626-8579. Mark your calendar for:
Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon
Margaritas and Mariachi Music
National Nursing Home Week is just one more reason to celebrate in May. Your activity department has planned a week of fun activities and you are invited. All events will be held in the Bayridge activity room.
May 10th, Tuesday Neil Dover at 2:00 pm
May 11th, Wednesday 50’s Dancers at 2:00 pm
May 12th, Thursday Art & Mary play Hawaiian Music
May 13th, Friday John Brust celebrates Red, White and Blue day at 3:00 pm followed by the Gypsy Chick Belly Dancers at 4:00 pm.
The Summer Olympics are Coming!
During August 2016, Westminster Village will hold their summer Olympic games. Residents need to begin thinking towards who and what competitions they will participate as well as what they will call their country. Residents need to decide amongst your floor neighbors, what your flag will be designed like and create one. The garden apartment residents will unite as one country. The whole first floor will unite as one country. The second floor will unite as one country and the third floor will unite as one country. From within your country, anyone wishing to participate in the games will sign up with Amie in the Fitness Center. Each country will need to create their own flag. Each country and their representatives will participate in the opening ceremony parade of nations on Friday, August 5, 2016. The games will conclude August 19th with the closing ceremony and medal awards. Start training and organizing for this event! It will take the entire Village and that means everyone! The following is a tentative list of events – more may be added or some deleted.
- Table Tennis
- Putting
- Shuffleboard
- Horse Shoes
- Billiards
- Croquet
- Water Relay
- Ladder Golf
- Water Volleyball
- Timed Bike Riding
- Wii Bowling
- Wii Target Shooting
August 5-19, 2016
Memorial Day Happenings
Monday, May 30, 2016 For your lunchtime dining pleasure Saxophone player, Bill Clark and Keyboard player David Ellis return to entertain you. They will play from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. Please feel free to dine in the Pete Allen Room or the dining room during this time. And you won’t want to miss the Westminster Village Singers when they perform at 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room, Wednesday at 10:00 am in the Art Studio in apartment 354.
Monday, May 30, 2016 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Bill Clark and David Ellis
Music in May
Dr. Rosalind Soo Mauldin, will return for a concert on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room. Dr. Mauldin is an internationally renowned performer, winner of prestigious awards and educator. See the main bulletin board for information about Dr. Mauldin and don’t miss her upcoming concert.
Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Dine Out in May
The quarterly Dine Out excursion will take you to Mirko Pasta Italian Restaurant in Mobile, Alabama. Their menu ranges from Antipasti, pick a sauce from 12 different Italian sauces to gelato and tiramisu. They claim to make everything from scratch and on site. Anyone interested in a dining adventure should sign up for this trip.
May 11, 2016 departing at 4:00 pm. Cost on your own.
Assistive Device Assessments
Deanna Sheffield, Physical Therapist with Kindred at Home, will evaluate anyone using assistive devices such as walkers and canes. Deanna will help each person who attends the assessment with making sure their assistive devices are the prop-er size. She will also make sure each person is using their device correctly. Deanna will discuss the best assistive devices for particular mobility issues. This workshop will be held
Tuesday, May 24th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Pete Allen Room.
Baldwin Strings Perform
Thursday, May 5, 2016 6:30 pm in the Pete Allen Room.
May 5th is a day full of fun things to do! For an evening of beautiful music, after the Mariachi and Margaritas, plan to take a break and enjoy the music.
Care Giver Support
Teepa Snow is an expert in the area of helping care givers learn ways that work when caring for someone who has dementia. This meeting will show how a care giver can learn from Teepa’s vast experience, through video link, helpful techniques that illustrate the proper ways for a caregiver to assist the person they want to help in the performance of their activities of daily living.
Thursday, May 26th at 10:00 am in the Pete Allen Room.
Happy Birthday!
Celebrate with Friends
May Resident Birthday Party will be held Monday, May 9, 2016 at 3:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
The monthly birthday party is for all those with a birthday in May. It is also for any
resident who wants to share in the celebration. A party is more fun when you celebrate with friends! We always have refreshments and good music. All we need is you to make it complete! There are door prizes for the folks celebrating a birthday in that month.
Pat Boss 5/2
Phyllis Montgomery 5/2
William Burdick 5/3
John Embry 5/4
Malcolm Roberts 5/4
Julia Miniard 5/6
Marian Moity 5/6
Lindsey Boney 5/8
La Rue Goldman 5/9
Annie Pridgen 5/11
Patricia Skeele 5/11
Betty Garrett 5/12
Doris Hauer 5/12
Beth Mims 5/12
Dorothy Breland 5/15
Dawn Cort 5/16
Jane Thompson 5/17
Dorothy Skinner 5/18
Howard Foshee 5/20
Maria Harris 5/21
Clifford Nelson 5/23
Janelle Williams 5/23
Olive Hearon 5/25
Frances Redden 5/28
Eugenia Cook 5/29
Aileen Andrews 5/30
Mary Joe Crosby 5/31
Sue Larson 5/31
APRIL NEWS
STORY HOUR RETURNS!
Weekly story hour returns in April at 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday in the first floor west parlor. Come join a gathering to hear and reflect on stories from far and near. Lily Sol will begin reading the just published book, “Munich to Montreal: Women’s Olympic Swimming in a Tarnished Golden Era.” Some of you attended a talk last year by Lily’s brother, Casey Converse, who is the author of the book. He spoke about the book and a documentary film that he was working on about this remarkable aspect to the women’s international sports that unfolded at the 1976 Olympic Games of which he was a member of the team U.S.A. See the synopsis of the book on the bulletin board across from the library. The book was published last month. Come – Listen – and Enjoy being together again sharing the fun, surprises and insights.
P.S. The book is dedicated to Dorothy P. Converse, the author’s mother and a resident living in Bayridge at Westminster Village
Volunteers Giving Time Touching Hearts
We love our volunteers! Let show you how much by attending a social just for you! Please sign up in the activity sign up book, if you volunteer for Westminster Village. Please indicate your area of volunteerism when you sign up. The social is scheduled for
Friday, April 15th at 2:00 p.m. in the Pete Allen Room.
Riding Tour Return with Kit Caffey
Resident Kit Caffey is one of the most knowledgeable people you will ever meet when it comes to the city of Mobile. She will be your guide on a riding tour of Mobile. Spring is in the air and one of the best places to appreciate the beauty of nature and an historical city is in Mobile, Alabama. The bus has limited seating so sign up soon. We will eat lunch at the Half Shell Oyster House during the tour so bring your lunch money. This excursion has been planned for Wednesday, April 6th departing at 10:00 a.m. from the main entrance.
Odyssey Comes to Westminster Village
Some of our residents came to be known as the Steel Magnolias while attending the University of South Alabama Odyssey lectures by Dr. John McMenaamin. Since these Steel Magnolia were such attentive students, in Dr. Menamin’s classes, he has agreed to come to the Westminster Village ca.m.pus and do a four week Program. His lectures will be held in the Pete Allen Room and start at 10:00 a.m. each Thursday beginning on April 7th. He will teach lessons on Indians and other historical topics in regard to Western Civilization. Clear your calendar because according to his previous students this is one class you won’t want to miss!
Choirs Singing For You!
Saturday, April 9th 10:00 a.m. Good Shepherd Presbyterian Choir
Tuesday, April 26th 10:00 a.m. Voices of Hope from Christ United Methodist
in the Pete Allen Room
Art Course Beginning April 20th
Beverly McNair has been an art instructor at the Foley United Methodist Church for many years. She ends each class session with a student art show in which the students showcase and sell their work. Beverly has agreed to teach an Oils and Acrylics class on ca.m.pus at Westminster Village for residents and their friends. The class size is limited so sign up soon.
This will be a 10 week course meeting each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Art Studio in apartment 354. Each student is responsible for their own materials and the cost is $100.00 per person directly to Beverly McNair. If you have any questions you may contact Beverly at 251-943-7786 or Melissa at 272-5986.
Sharing is Caring
Alabama Respite Group teaches adults how to be confident and successful in giving care to adults and children. They also assist caregivers on how to go about using respite resources and possibly how some people are able to apply for cash vouchers to pay for respite care givers. Emily Haggard is a Training and Resource Specialist for Alabama Respite Network. She will be at Westminster Village to help others learn about the wealth of resources available for care givers.
If you are or know of someone who is a care giver for someone else, please share this information and attend this meeting on: Wednesday, April 13th at 2:00 p.m.
in the Pete Allen Room. Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network has many Programs and one may be a good fit to help give a much needed break in order to remain a loving, healthy care giver.
Looking For Something New in Your Workout Routine?
Come try the new Interval Training Program which begins in April. Amie Birt, your fitness expert, will make your work out fun and challenging.
Every Monday and Friday, beginning April 4th in the fitness center, join Amie as she shows you a way to work out that is never boring. You will be done before you know it. Class begins at 9:45 a.m. and lasts until 10:15 a.m. You will notice results if you stick with the Program and find that your daily activities will become easier the more fit you become though this regular workout routine. If you have any questions contact a.m.ie in the fitness center. (She has been experiencing phone problems. You may wish to stop by and visit in between classes.)
Click Here for Schedule of All Fitness Classes
Elvis Returns!
Shane Tucker and his daughter Bonnie Clair return for a performance
April 14, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.in the Pete Allen Room.
Shane does an Elvis performance that everyone will love! If you missed him last year, you don’t want to make that mistake again! If you were there last year, then you know, this is a really great show!
Living Well Alabama Workshop Set to Begin!
This course helps people living with chronic health conditions learn how to take back control in their lives. It is a free evidenced based workshop proven to help those that stick with the class achieve results and a better quality of life. A chronic health condition can be anything from high blood pressure to diabetes and heart disease. This is a 2 1/2 hour once a week class. Each week participants will learn how to:
- Set goals
- Make a step by step plan to improve health
- Manage pain
- Increase fitness
- Manage medications
- Improve communication with health providers
- Choose foods for health
The course is taught by trained volunteer leaders. Refreshments will be served. Please register in the activity sign up book. There will be a brief introduction for those wishing to learn more about what to expect form this workshop on April 1st at 2:00 p.m.in the Pete Allen Room.
The actual workshop begins Friday, April 8th and goes for six weeks, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Pete Allen Room. If you have any questions please call Melissa at ext. 422 or 272-5986.
Happy Birthday!
Celebrate with Friends
Monday, April 11th at 3:00 p.m. in the Pete Allen Room
The monthly birthday party is for all those with a birthday in April. It is also for any
resident who wants to share in the celebration. A party is more fun when you celebrate with friends! We always have refreshments and good music. All we need is you to make it complete! There are door prizes for the folks celebrating a birthday in that month.
Bob Farrow 4/3
Jim Felsman 4/3
Kit Caffey 4/4
Portia Abbot 4/5
Eddie Weatherford 4/5
Ann Lee 4/6
Janie Wood 4/6
Bill Stanton 4/10
James Guthrie 4/11
Louise Parmley 4/11
Don Skeele 4/13
Hazel Compton 4/18
Warrene Heflin 4/18
Bill Umstaedter 4/18
Helen Wildnauer 4/18
Bert Johnston 4/19
Betty Babcock 4/22
Barbara Groseclose 4/22
Charlie Dowdle 4/23
Rochelle Robinson 4/23
Glenn Skinner 4/24
Joan Ralph 4/28
Ella Rieben 4/28
Becky Stanley 4/28
Phil Harris 4/29
James Stanley 4/29
Peter Hamilton 4/30
MARCH NEWS
Da Vinci Machines and Robotics
Concepts and creations devised over 500 years ago by the inventor and artist Leonardo da Vinci will be on exhibit at the Mobile Gulf Coast Exploreum. Over 60 machines, robotics and artworks, some interactive, will feature this original Renaissance Man’s genius. In addition to the exhibit, showing in the IMAX Theater, Mysteries of The Unseen World for a day of fun and interesting things to learn, see and do.
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Departing at 12:30 pm. Lunch should be eaten before departing
Fairhope’s 64th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
More than 230 exhibitors will be on display at this annual event in downtown Fairhope. How better to enjoy than to ride in your own bus which will drop you off and pick you up in the heart of the festival! Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring some money for all the edible and visual treats that will line the streets.
Meet in the front lobby for a 12:30 pm departure. Please sign up ! If you plan to bring a guest make sure you sign up on a separate line for your guest on the trip sheet. Use your apartment number for the contact.
Depart for the festival on Friday, March 18, 2016
Calling All Who Took The Oath
If you took the oath in the military service or merchant marine, this is an invitation to participate in a project called “Faces of Freedom” to be displayed during veterans month of November. Those who are eligible and want to participate must sign up for a portrait sitting. The portraits will be taken March 11th from 9 am to 4:00 pm. You may dress casual or formal and you may bring a piece of clothing or other artifact that represents your service. See the activity sign up book located at the main bulletin board across from your in house boxes to sign up.
The Easter Bunny is Coming to Westminster Village!
The annual eggstravaganza will be held Saturday, March 19, 2016
Egg Hunt begins promptly at 10:00 am from the Petting Zoo location. This event is held on the front lawn of Westminster Village. The hunt is divided into three age groups for children 10 years and younger. 10 to 8 years of age, 7 to 5 years of age, 4 years old and under. Those hunting eggs should bring their own baskets. The petting zoo returns with horse riding, face painting and train rides around the campus. Inflatables will be available for children who like to climb and jump. Hot dogs served following the egg hunt to all who attend. Hope to see you there!
Take a Walk on The Wild Side!
It is time to check in on the Little Zoo That Could and see how it has been faring.
Wednesday, March 30th departing at 9:00 am. Special animal show at 10:30 am.
Cost on your monthly statement of $5.50 for entrance. Lunch at Acme Oyster House on your own.
“Estate Planning and Protecting Our Retirees – What You Need to Know”
Experts from Caldwell, Wenzel and Asthana, PC will hold a workshop to cover a variety of information including safe estate planning, veterans benefits and how seniors can protect themselves from those who would use undue influence to take advantage.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, March 31st 10:30 am in the Pete Allen Room
“There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were.”
As if this were true, the Village of Westminster will turn green for the afternoon and celebrate the patron saint of Ireland, good ole St. Patrick. Join us for an Irish Social hour filled with Irish drinks, music and food. Don’t forget to wear your green!
Thursday, March 17th at 3:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
Happy Birthday!
Celebrate with Friends
Monday, March 14th at 3:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
The monthly birthday party is for all those with a birthday in March. It is also for any
resident who wants to share in the celebration. A party is more fun when you celebrate with friends! We always have refreshments and good music. All we need is you to make it complete! There are door prizes for the folks celebrating a birthday in that month.
Gloria Griffin 3/4
Malcolm Weekley 3/5
Dolly Adams 3/7
Margaret Bryant 3/7
Lois Felsman 3/7
Irene Shiverick 3/7
Herb Barnhart 3/10
Connie Harris 3/10
Jamie Wright 3/11
Marjorie Fremaux 3/12
Alice Jones 3/12
Clarence Blocker 3/15
Curtiss Cook 3/17
Patricia Nebel 3/17
Charles Hoequist 3/18
Homer Norris 3/18
Nellie Tiller 3/19
Bernice Snowden 3/21
Bea Walton 3/21
Marilyn Brown 3/22
Jackie Pickett 3/24
Jean Belue 3/25
Dorothy Heider 3/27
Mary Frost 3/28
Bonnie Townsley 3/28
Jon Morgan 3/29
Sezer Aksel 3/31
Bill Carnell 3/31
Ann Hafner 3/31
Norman Jobe 3/31
FEBRUARY NEWS
Countdown to a Healthier You!
Cathy Moser is presenting a seminar on the four pillars of health, the three major food
groups, choices and how to make one simple change that will help you towards prime health. She will present this evidence based workshop free of charge to the residents of Westminster Village:
Tuesday, February 2, 2016 10:00am
in the Pete Allen Room
251-272-5986
Mardi Gras with the Isbell Family
Enjoy the Mobile Mardi Gras parades in style! The Isbell’s have extended an invitation to the residents of Westminster Village to enjoy Mardi Gras from the comfort of their beautiful, historic home!
Saturday, February 6th
Depart from the Village at 11:00 am and
be home in time for dinner.
Refreshments provided. You will get to see the Floral Parade, Knights of Mobile, Mobile Mystical Ladies and the Order of Angels. You may watch from the street or from the balcony of 910 Government Street.
Celebrate Chocolate Social
Pre-Valentine’s Day Social to celebrate chocolate and love. Love of chocolate, that is. You will have an assortment of goodies to dip in melted chocolate as well as interesting activities for all to participate in between the dipping.
Friday, February 12, 2016 2:00 pm
in the Pete Allen Room
All About Heart Month
Amie Birt, your on campus fitness expert, will host the annual Heart Walk:
Friday, February 19, 2016
beginning at 2:30 pm from the Fitness Center
The Walk will encompass circling the main building 1 to 4 times depending on your fitness level. Come join the group as you walk your way towards better heart health and learn more about ways to take care of your heart through a regular fitness regimen. Refreshments served post walk and door prizes for participants. Dress for the weather and be sure that includes comfortable walking shoes.
Beginner Line Dancing
Would you like to join the line dancers but hesitate because you don’t know the steps?
Well hesitate no longer! Fellow line dancer Patti Lynn Miller will teach anyone wishing to
learn the moves. The goal being that you will be able to catch up and feel comfortable with the group. Patti Lynn will teach one dance each Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 and 10:45 am. This is before and after the main group practices. She will break it down and work with any level of dancer. This will enable you to feel comfortable and able when joining the group. If you have any questions or are interested, please contact her at 251-725-2735.
Government Street Forum
Government Street Presbyterian Church presents a weekly forum on Thursdays. The Westminster bus is scheduled to take a group to the forum: February 25, 2016 Dr. Michael Finan, Director, USA Mitchell Cancer Institute talk about “Advances in Cancer Treatments”. The lecture is free. Anyone wishing to eat lunch will need to bring $10. Lunch is served at noon and the speaker usually begins between 12:15 and 12:30 pm. The bus will depart from the front lobby at 11:45 am. You will need to sign up in the activity sign up book across from your in-house box.
Getting Ready For Spring at Bellingrath Gardens
Executive Director Dr. Bill Barrick and Nursery Manager Chuck Owens share their secrets for creating the spectacular scenes at the gardens. You will learn how they time the seasonal plants to bloom at the exact time of year and preview the upcoming Festival of Flowers display. You will get an exclusive tour of the greenhouses with this trip. Mark your calendars and sign up for:
Wednesday, February 17th
Departing at 9:00 am
Cost is $13.00 per person
Zentangle Lessons
Learn to Zentangle in the Ike East Room February 1, 2016 from 9:30 am to 12:00.Bring your own materials or $7.00 and purchase your materials the day of class. You must sign up and indicate if you wish to purchase your materials. A materials list is on the main bulletin board for those wishing to purchase their own.
Happy Birthday!
Celebrate with Friends
Monday, February 8th at 3:00 pm in the Pete Allen Room
The monthly birthday party is for all those with a birthday in February. It is also for any
resident who wants to share in the celebration. A party is more fun when you celebrate with friends! We always have refreshments and good music. All we need is you to make it complete! There are door prizes for the folks celebrating a birthday in that month.
Gordon Blackwell 2/1
Barbara Meade 2/2
Beverly Rock 2/3
Marien Brent 2/8
Louise Sims 2/8
Erika Wendehost 2/8
William White 2/8
Mary Fridge 2/9
Hilda Collett 2/10
Gunde Cusack 2/10
Laura Ford 2/11
Ruth Rowan 2/12
JoAnne Wilson 2/12
Lee Smith 2/13
Beverly Juzan 2/15
Margaret Waller 2/15
Anne Owens 2/18
Doris Hair 2/24
Glenda Atkinson 2/27
Lee Stapleton 2/28
JANUARY NEWS
Celebrating Wellness Month!
New year’s resolutions aside, start 2016 by making a commitment to yourself. Make health and wellness your priority all year long. Stop by the fitness center and let Amie help you chart your course for attaining and maintaining your highest level of physical ability. Studies now show that people who maintain a healthy lifestyle by doing things they like, which require physical exertion, are actually healthier than those who merely workout. This means you need to find fun things that you like to do which require a bit of physical activity. You have shuffleboard, horse shoes, bicycling, putting, swimming, water volleyball, ping pong, just to name a few, right here on the Westminster Village campus.
In addition to the physical wellbeing, socialization has been proven to help stave off some forms of dementia. Your health depends on your connectivity to others. Exercise uses more than just your muscles and benefits more than your base line heart rate.
Just do it! Don’t over think it, just go. Help a friend by becoming a workout buddy. When one of you wants to quit or skip a walk or game it won’t be so easy and then you feel better afterwards because you went.
Would you like to know more about how you can have this healthier lifestyle and fun for yourself? That is easy. See Amie in between classes or come Friday, January 22nd at 1:30 pm to the Fitness Center. Amie will orient everyone on the location of all necessary equipment needed to play the various games in and around the fitness center.
Line Dancing Returns!
For those that like to dance and those that like to watch, Line Dancing returns Monday, January 4th at 10:00 am in the Pete Allen Room. If you would like to learn how to line dance, join the group each Monday and Wednesday. This activity is good for you both physically and mentally. The bonus is that you get to have fun too! For those that would like to watch the dancers please feel free to visit. All are welcome to come and dance or watch.
Mardi Gras in January?!
As a matter of fact, Mardi Gras starts early in 2016. The Krewe of Westies parade rolls Saturday, January 30th at 1:00 pm. This a community event so please feel free to invite friends, family, acquaintances, etc… If you would like to be in the parade, let Melissa know by calling her at 272-5986 or ext. 422. Immediately following the parade, that goes around the main building twice, come to the Pete Allen Room for the coronation of the 2016 King and Queen of the Krewe of Westies. Chaos and mayhem rule the day in a fun way. Laissez le bon temps rouler!
Curious About The Mystery of Mardi Gras?
Find all the answers at the Carnival Museum in Mobile. Sign up to go Wednesday, January 20th at 1:00 pm-$5 per person
Matter of Balance Class
This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. It is based on Fear of Falling: A Matter of Balance through Boston University. This award winning program is designed to increase activity levels in the participant. Those who take this course can expect to :
- View falls as controllable
- Set goals to increase activity
- Make changes at home to reduce fall risks
- Exercise to increase strength and balance
There is no cost for the class. It is held once a week for eight weeks. The classes begin January 7th in the Pete Allen Room from 10:00 am until noon. Please sign up in the activity sign up book at the main bulletin board. Class size is limited and it is open to the public.
Genealogy and Family History
Come learn how to discover your lineage and leave a legacy of your family history that will be remembered for generations. Join us after the holidays on three Saturdays to learn how to use your own computer, laptop, or tablet to access Family Search.org. This free program can help you search out your ancestors, save the memories and pictures of your ancestors and create your own personal history for your posterity to access, treasure and add their own thoughts and experiences to your family legacy. This opportunity will be brought to you by Pattilynne Miller and genealogy specialists from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Sign up early as space is limited.
January 16th
January 30th
February 13th, in Pete Allen Room
From 10 am-11:30 am
Coming in February
Learn to Zentangle in the Ike East Room February 1, 2016 from 9:30 am to 12:00. Bring your own materials or $7.00 and purchase your materials the day of class. You must sign up and indicate if you wish us to purchase your materials. A materials list is on the main bulletin board for those wishing to purchase their own.
January Birthdays
Judy Benton 1/2
Dianne Nibbling 1/3
Sigrid McCormick 1/6
Camilla Williams 1/6
Willard Brewer 1/8
Kathryn Pinnix 1/8
Elinor Robinson 1/11
Irene Colen 1/14
Daphne Norris 1/14
Gayle Travis 1/14
Mary Ann Curll 1/16
Ruth McLendon 1/16
Laurie Pike 1/16
John Mason 1/18
Nancy Green 1/19
Mable Kahalley 1/20
Martha Howard 1/21
Billy March 1/21
Ruth Slay 1/21
William Wilson 1/24
Jacquelene Etheridge 1/25
Martelle Scott 1/25
Nell Funches 1/28
Robert Wheeler 1/31
