September 2011
City of Takoma Park Seniors Recreation Program for Active Adults Age 55 plus
Special points of interest:
 Play Day—cover page.
 Emergency Preparedness
Month—cover page.
 Flu Shots—cover page.
 New Mac Computer
Class—page 2
 Senior Connection-page 3
 Birthday Party— page 3
 Brain Games—page 5
Inside this issue:
News and Events
General Information
Fitness/Health
Art/Education
September Trips
Summer Review
September Calendar
Paula Lisowski
Seniors Program Manager
Takoma Park Recreation
7500 Maple Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
paulal@takomagov.org
Phone: (301) 891-7280
Takoma Park Silver Foxes
Fall Fun - 3rd Annual Play Day/Touch-A-Truck Events
Annual Play Day
And
Touch A Truck Events
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Takoma Park Middle School
7611 Piney Branch Road
11:00 AM—2:00 PM
Takoma Park citizens of fashioned playful activi- Department’s annual
all ages are welcome to ties with your friends and touch-a-truck event. Join
the 3rd annual Play Day neighbors. There will be the fun on this playful
on September 24, 2011. games, dancing, play, and day! For more information
Have fun participating in music, and a lot of great go to: www.takomaplays.com
a variety of good old- vehicles at the Recreation www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation
2, 3
National Emergency Preparedness Month
4, 5
September is National emergencies in their
Emergency Preparedness homes, businesses, and
5
Month. During this communities. For more
month, citizens are en- information, go to:
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couraged to take simple www.ready.gov or call Be Prepared!
steps to prepare for 1-800-BE-READY
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Flu Shot Clinic
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Adventist Healthcare accepted as payment. Flu Shot Clinic
will be providing an Seasonal Vaccine: $25 Monday,
September 19, 2011
early Flu Shot Clinic this Free for Medicare Part B
month. Walk-in basis, no Pneumonia: $35 11:00 AM—1:00 PM
appointment necessary. The flu shot clinic is Lilac Room, Takoma Park
Only cash, check, and open to adults 18 and Community Center,
Medicare Part B will be older. 7500 Maple Avenue
"Happy are we who can bask in this warm September sun." - Henry David Thoreau
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New Class - - Introduction to Mac Computers - - New Class.

Have
you ever
wanted
to learn the fundamentals
of using a Mac com-
puter? Beginning on
Wednesday, September
7, instructor Akili Brown
will begin a new six-
week course that will
So You Think You Couldn’t Cut it
provide you with the
guidance, support and
inspiration you’ll need to
learn the basic functions
and terminologies of the
Mac OS X, helpful tips
and tricks, and give you
all the basics you need to
get going on many crea-
tive projects. In addition,
this course will prepare
you for a future course
that will teach you how
to make family photo al-
Brain Games
bums, family movies and is Back!
more! Registration is See page 5 for
required. See page 5 for
details.
details.
Note: a new session of basic
computer lessons also begins on
9/7/11. See page 5 for details.

Join artist and sculptor,

Jim Calder, for a fun Learning to Carve Volunteers Needed to Lead Free Bone
workshop to learn the Wood Workshop Builders Classes in Takoma Park
techniques of woodcarv- Friday, September 23, 2011
1:00—2:00 PM
Bone Builders is sponsored by Montgomery
ing. You will practice the Lilac Room, Takoma Park Community County’s RSVP and Aging and Disability Services
techniques on a sweet Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. in partnership with Takoma Park Recreation De-
Registration, and form, is required. For partment. Volunteer leaders are needed twice per
potato. In addition, you more information, call 301-891-7280. week. Volunteers will receive a full day of free
will receive a ―free‖ $20 per student. Cash or Check, payable training and ongoing supervision by a master
to the instructor at the workshop on 9/23/11.
signed copy of Jim’s trainer. Contact: Shawn Brennan at 240-777-1350
book on woodcarving, or by email— Shawn.brennan@montgomerycountymd.gov
called “So You Think
You Couldn’t Cut It.”
Here’s how to find the newsletter online: Fresh Produce!
Go to: www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation Come visit the
Silver Foxes On-line. Click on this symbol: Crossroads Farmers Market
7676 New Hampshire Ave.
Takoma/Langley Crossroads.
Every Wednesday, through
October 26, 2011.
Free transportation by
Pool Information
Recreation Bus.
Piney Branch Pool (7510 Maple Ave., inside Piney Branch Pick-up/drop-off time and location
School) is open. For more information about hours and flyers available in the Senior room,
classes, check out the pool website: www.acsgw.org/pool.htm
You may contact the pool at (301) 891-8017. You may also call Joyce Seamens, Takoma Park Community Center,
Director of Pool Operation, Adventist Community Services at (301) 565-0190. 7500 Maple Ave.
Information: call 301-891-7280.

September 2011 Events in Takoma Park

Sunday, September 11 - Takoma Park Folk Festival - www.TPFF.org
Saturday, September 24 - ―Sweep the Creek‖ Clean-Up - www.Friends of Sligo Creek - www.FOSC.org
Saturday, September 24 - Takoma Park Play Day - www.TakomaPlays.org
Saturday, September 24 - Touch-A-Truck - www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation
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The Senior Connection

Come to the Senior
Room of the Takoma
Park Community Center
to hear a lively presenta-
tion on the services and
volunteer opportunities
for seniors. Sue Dollins,
Executive Director, and
Marcia L. Custer, Com-
munity Development
Director, of the Senior
Connection of Mont-
gomery County, will
discuss the services this
organization provides for
seniors. Some of these
services include: driving
seniors to medical ap-
pointments, and various
errands, grocery shop-
ping, friendly visits and
telephone reassurance.
The Senior Connection’s
mission: ―provide mobil-
ity by linking older
adults to services and
resources so they can
live as independently as
possible and remain inte-
gral members of our
community.‖
Please join us to find out the
services that are available
for you.
The Senior Connection
Tuesday,
September 13, 2011
12—1 PM
Senior Room,
Takoma Park Community
Center, 7500 Maple Ave.
Free
For more information, call
301-891-7280.

Birthday Party Review

Faye Wright led an entertaining game of Name That

Tune at the Spring Birthday Party on June 17, 2011.
Birthday honorees included Betty, Paula, Jennifer, Eben,
Priscilla and Melvenia. Everyone had a great time.
Photos by Paula Lisowski

Mark your calendars - - our next Birthday Party is this month on

Friday, September 16, 2011 at 12:00 p.m., in the Lilac Room, at
the Takoma Park Community Center. Bring your friends and join
us as we celebrate July, August and September birthdays with
cake, ice cream, and party games. All seniors are welcome!
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 All programs take place at the Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue, unless otherwise noted.
 Advance registration is required for trips and classes.
 No registration is required for drop-in activities.
 Transportation is provided for trips and special events. Space is limited and requires advance registration.
 For more information please call Paula Lisowski at (301) 891-7280 or e-mail at paulal@takomagov.org

Fitness and Health

Bone Builders Exercise Table Tennis
Mondays and Thursdays, Ongoing* 10:00 -11:00 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays—
Tuesdays and Fridays, Ongoing* 10:30 -11:30 a.m. ongoing 11:30 – 1:00 p.m. (Fall hours)
(No class on 9/5/11 Labor Day Holiday)
Saturdays, ongoing 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
*Please call (301) 891-7280 to check for new registration availability in (No Wednesdays)
either session. The classes may be full due to their popularity, however
a waiting list is available.
Come play this fun, energetic game. A great
―Bone Builders‖ consists of three parts: balance exercises, way to improve eye-hand coordination: helps
weight training and discussion concerning diet, safety and keep the body healthy and the mind sharp.
exercise. This program, in partnership with Montgomery Drop-in. Game room.** No cost.
County, uses trained RSVP volunteers supervised by a certi-
fied trainer. Registration is required. Dance Studio. No cost.
Yog
New begins
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Gentle Yoga
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sess /9/11
Line Dance Exercise 9
Alternate Fridays,
September 9, 23
Wednesdays, Ongoing (No class 9/21, 9/28) 11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Fall Session: September 9—December 16.

Fridays, Ongoing (No class 9/9, 9/23, 9/30) 6:30—7:30 p.m.
Barbara Brown instructs this line dancing class and
demonstrates how exercise can be fun with music. No
experience necessary so come and enjoy the activity.
Registration is required. Dance Studio. No cost.
Square Dancing
12:00—1:00 p.m.
Carol Mermey, RYT, will introduce you to
the ways yoga can help you increase flexi-
bility, strength, and balance, using a series
of seated and standing poses. Learn breath-
ing and relaxation techniques. Beginners
and experienced students welcome, work at
your own level. You must bring a yoga mat
to every class. Registration is required.
Dance Studio. No cost.

Thursdays, September 15, 22 (no class 9/29/11) Beginners Class 11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Thursdays, September 15, 22 (no class 9/29/11) Intermediate Plus Class 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.

Betsy Taylor instructs and calls fun and energetic square dancing routines. Come and learn the basics of
Square Dance or add on to your square dancing skills. Choose the class that’s right for you, beginners and
more advanced students, singles and couples welcome. Both classes are eight week sessions: 9/15/11-11/10/11.
Azalea Room. Registration is required. Fee: $16 per person/per 8 week class.
**The Game Room is available for Seniors to play pool, table tennis, basketball arcade and other active games.
Fall hours: Monday - Friday, 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (No Wednesdays), and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m.
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Fitness and Health continued, Art and Educational
Computer Classes
Wednesdays, September 7, 14, 21, 28
11:30 a.m.—1:30 p.m. (Session I— 9/7/11-10/12/11)
It’s never too late to get on the information highway.
Learn to use the internet, a word processing program,
and email. You need a Takoma Park Library card to
take this course. Six weeks. Instructors: Phil Shapiro,
Jim Mueller and Jane Hawkanson. Registration is
required. Computer Center.
Fee: $10 Payable to the City of Takoma Park.
Needlework Get-together
Mondays, Ongoing (No meeting on 9/5/11—holiday)
11:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Are you bored sitting and knitting alone? Join us for
fun, conversation and support with your needlework
projects. Bring your projects with you. This is not an
instructional class. Drop-in. Senior Room. No cost.
Blood Pressure Screening
Thursday, September 22
11:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
Adventist Healthcare will be doing a monthly blood
pressure screening. Drop-in. Senior Room. No cost.
After your screening, please stay for some games of
bingo...lot’s of fun for everyone.
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Introduction to Mac Computers
Wednesdays, September 7, 14, 21, 28
1:00 —2:00 p.m. (9/7/11– 10/21/11)
Have you ever wanted to learn the fundamentals of
using a Mac computer? Instructor Akili Brown will
begin a new course that will provide you with the
guidance, support and inspiration you’ll need to
learn the basic functions and terminologies of the
Mac OS X, and helpful tips and tricks, to get going
on creative projects. Six weeks. Registration is re-
quired. Multi Media Lab.
Fee: $35 Payable to the City of Takoma Park.
Brain Games
Tuesday, September 6
(Usually, we will meet on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Call
301-891-7280 to check if there is a change in the day or time.)
11:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, and
brain games may help keep Alzheimer’s away!
Enjoy a variety of cognitive puzzle challenges and
games. Have fun while doing something good for
your mind. Come and play. Drop – in. Senior
Room. No cost.
Bingo
Thursday, September 22
12:00—2:00 p.m.
Come and try your luck. Win a prize.
Drop-in. Senior Room. No cost.
Transportation provided for Victory Tower, Frank-
lin Apts. and Maple View Apts. only. Call (301)
891-7280, 3 days in advance for pick-up.
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Walking/Stairs Guide: One Shoe: Limited walking/no stairs.

Two Shoes: Walking/Standing/may be stairs.
Three Shoes: Active walking/may be stairs.
Driving Distance Guide: One steering wheel: 1 hour or less.
Two steering wheels: 2 hours or less.
This symbol means the site is wheelchair accessible:
September 2011 Trips
How to register for trips:
1. To begin the registration process, please call 301-891-7280 to include your name on a “pre-registration” list.
Note: This list will hold the participants place in line for 3 days to one week, depending on when the trip is scheduled in the
month. Registration for the current month’s trip (s) will usually begin on the first business day of the month. To insure
proper processing, it is best to speak directly with a Recreation Department staff person, and not leave a recorded message.
2. A Takoma Park Recreation Department registration form is required for each trip.
Note: This form must be received by the end of the pre-registration period, or the participant will be removed from the list,
and the space will become available.
3. Please register in-person, or mail the registration form to: Takoma Park Recreation Department, 7500 Maple
Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912.
Note: We have a fair ―first come-first serve‖ system for all participants. Trips are popular and fill up fast, so register early.
If you have any questions, please call Paula Lisowski, Seniors Program Manager at 301-891-7280. You may also call the
general Recreation information line at 301-891-7290.

Trip # 1: Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon, Virginia

Frying Pan Park, a working demonstration farm, preserves a piece of Fairfax County’s rural heritage, and recreates the
era of 1920—1950, when dairy farms blanketed the landscape. Greet the friendly farm animals, take a wagon ride, or
watch the farm hands at work. In addition to ―Kidwell Farm‖ main farmhouse and barns, you will see the dairy, smoke-
house, corn cribs, chicken house, ―outhouse‖, the Old Floris Schoolhouse, circa 1911, Moffitt Blacksmith Shop, circa
1917, and the Antique Equipment Shed that houses horse-drawn and mechanized equipment, including several early
1900 Fordson, John Deere, and Farmall tractors maintained in working condition. The Frying Pan Country Store offers
locally grown farm fresh produce, baked goods, and potted herbs. The Visitor Center, a converted 1890’s dairy barn, has
information, brochures and restrooms. Bring spending money to purchase lunch at a nearby restaurant. Wear comfortable
clothing and walking shoes. The park is not wheelchair accessible.
Date: Thursday, September 8, 2011 Time: 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Meet at Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. Bus pick up at Franklin Apartments, Mapleview Apart-
ments, and Victory Tower only. Registration is required. Registration begins on 9/1/11 at 8:30 a.m. Call (301) 891-
7280 to pre-register, then fill out form by 9/7/11 (registration ends) or earlier.
No cost. Admission to the park is free. Wagon rides $3 per person.

Trip # 2: Black Hills Regional Park/Pontoon Ride/Picnic— Boyds, Maryland

Join us for a naturalist-led tour aboard the Kingfisher (pontoon) boat to experience the beautiful
scenery and wildlife of the 505-acre Little Seneca Lake. The Kingfisher can accommodate a
wheelchair (with advance notice). Bring your lunch and join your friends for an old-fashioned
picnic by the lake. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, bring a light jacket, it may be chilly on
the water. Don’t forget the sunscreen.
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2011 Time: 9:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Meet at the Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. Bus pick up at Franklin Apartments, Mapleview
Apartments, and Victory Tower only. Registration is required. Registration begins on 9/1/11 at 8:30 a.m. Call (301)
891-7280 to pre-register, and then fill out the form by 9/9/11 (registration ends) or earlier.
$5 per person. Bring with you on 9/15/11.
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An Active Summer of Fun!

Summer Mini-trip #1: Miniature Golf at Bohrer Park on June 29

Anna, Gloria and Anne walked their way up, down, and around Bohrer Park’s 18 hole miniature golf course in Gaithersburg, Mary-
land. The weather was beautiful for this first active mini-trip of the summer. Anna, who never golfed before, mini or otherwise, com-
pleted the course in first place. She achieved three ―hole-in-one‖ shots! Great job, Anna! Photos by Paula Lisowski

Summer Mini-trip #2: Duck Pin Bowling at White Oak Lanes on July 20

Gloria, Anna, Susan and Lovina knocked down pins, kept score and enjoyed this fun activity. Susan bowled for the first time ever.

National Night Out (sponsored by the Takoma Park Police Department) on August 2

Jennifer, Susan, Olive, Monica, Paula, and many others had a great night out with their friends at Piney Branch Elementary School.
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For information, please contact: Paula Lisowski,
Manager, Seniors Program (301) 891-7280
September 2011
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Bone Builders Bone Builders Center Closed
10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a Holiday
Square Dance Plus Table Tennis
10—11 a 11:30 a —1 p
Square Dance
Evening Line
Beginners
11 a—12 p
Dance
Table Tennis 6:30—7:30 p
11:30 a —1 p

4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Center closed Center Closed Bone Builders Line Dancing Bone Builders Bone Builders Table Tennis
Labor Day Holiday 10:30—11:30 a 11 a—12 p 10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a 10:00 a—
Holiday
Table Tennis Fall Session I Square Dance Table Tennis 12:00 p
Classes 11:30 a —1 p
11:30 a —1 p Computer Class
10 a—12 p Gentle Yoga
Brain Games begins 12—1 p
Table Tennis
11:30 a—12:30 p 11:30 a—1:30 p 11:30 a —1 p No Evening Line
Intro to Mac Class Trip to Park Dancing
1—2 p 9a—3p

11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Center closed on Bone Builders Bone Builders Line Dancing Bone Builders Bone Builders Table Tennis
10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a 11 a—12 p 10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a 10:00 a—
Sundays
Table Tennis Table Tennis Computer Class Square Dance Table Tennis 12:00 p
Classes
11:30 a —1 p 11:30 a —1 p 11:30 a—1:30 p 11:30 a —1 p
The 10 year 10 a—12 p
Needlework Senior Connection Intro to Mac Class Birthday Party
Anniversary of Table Tennis
Get-together Presentation 1—2 p 11:30 a —1 p 12:00—1:30 p
9/11 11:30 a—1:00 p 12—1 p Evening Line
Trip to Lake
9 a—3 p Dance
6:30—7:30 p

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Center closed on Bone Builders Bone Builders No Line Dancing Bone Builders Bone Builders Table Tennis
10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a 10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a 10:00 a—
Sundays
Table Tennis Table Tennis Computer Class Square Dance Table Tennis 12:00 p
Classes 11:30 a —1 p
11:30 a —1 p 11:30 a —1 p 11:30 a—1:30 p Play Day
10 a—12 p Gentle Yoga
Needlework Intro to Mac Class 12—1 p 11 a—2 p
Table Tennis
Get-together 1—2 p 11:30 a —1 p No Evening Line
11:30 a—1:00 p Blood Pressure Dancing
Flu Shot Clinic 11:30 a—12: 30 p
11 a—1 p Bingo
12—2 p

25 26 27 28 29 30
Bone Builders Bone Builders No Line Dancing Bone Builders Bone Builders
Center closed on
10—11 a 10:30—11:30 10—11 a 10:30—11:30 a
Sundays Table Tennis
Table Tennis Table Tennis Computer Class Square Dance Plus
10—11 a 11:30 a —1 p
11:30 a —1 p 11:30 a —1 p 11:30 a—1:30 p
Square Dance No Evening Line
Needlework Intro to Mac Class Dance
Beginners
Get-together 1—2 p
11 a—12 p
11:30 a—1:00 p Table Tennis
11:30 a —1 p