AUGUST Events at the Madison Senior Center

All Events held at the Madison Senior Center 330 W. Mifflin Street Madison, WI 53703 Mah Jongg Want to learn a new game? Mah Jongg is a popular four-person game that is played with tiles. Come to the next session on Thursday, August 5 from 1 - 2:30 pm. Instructors know both American and Chinese versions. Birthday Party for Social Security Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Social Security which began on August 14, 1935. Billy Feitinger will discuss Social Security and its importance to current and future retirees. Join him for cake and ice cream in the dining room at 12:30 on Tuesday, August 10. There is no charge, but kindly register by calling 266-6581. Late Middle Ages Series Join this interesting DVD discussion group on Wednesday, August 11 from 12 - 1:30 pm with facilitator Jim Lamal. Few historical periods present as many apparent contradictions as do the Late Middle Ages from c. 1300 to c. 1500. At the very moment that Europe is reeling from its losses through disease and war, a new intellectual and cultural movement arises, Humanism. This emphasizes the enormous human capacity for goodness, creativity and happiness. $12 fee for the 12-week class. Call 266-6581 to register. Stroke Screenings Get a one-on-one screening on Wednesday, August 11 from 1-4 pm. UW Health will provide stroke screenings that include meeting with a stroke nurse to discuss signs/symptoms, family history, risk factors and ways to reduce your risk. You will also meet with a nutritionist to discuss good eating habits. Sign up for a 20-minute time slot, starting at 1 pm by calling 266-6581. Registration is necessary. There is no charge. Skype-What is it? Curious about Skype? Friends and family are utilizing this free computer program to talk "face to face" over the Internet. Learn how to install and use Skype for free live video phoning between computers anywhere in the world. Topics include downloading and installing the software, adding a webcam and sound, adding contacts, initiating and answering calls, adjusting the options setting and other features. Join Cris Carpenter from HouseCall Computers on Tuesday, August 17 from 12:30 to 2:30. Fee is $10. Register by calling 266-6581. Nuts & Bolts of Health Care Reform Join Billy Feitinger, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans, on Tuesday, August 17 at 10 am to learn more about Medicare and health care reform legislation and its impact. He will also discuss ways for protecting and strengthening Social Security. There is no charge, but kindly register by calling 266-6581. Rediscover Shakespeare! Join UW PhD candidate Brian Knight (bknight@wisc.edu) in a fun and enlightening reading group devoted to the Bard. We will read aloud and explore some of the best literature ever written. Starts Wednesday, August 18 from 10 - 11 am. No charge, but kindly call 266-6581 to register. Book Bites with Author Mary Beltrán Join Author Mary Beltrán, Associate Professor in the Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies Program at UW-Madison, on Tuesday, August 24 at 1 pm for a fascinating discussion. In Latina/o Stars in U.S. Eyes, Beltrán surveys the evolution of Latina and Latino casting and stardom in Hollywood film and U.S. television since the 1920s. She studied the careers and star images of Dolores Del Rio, Desi Arnaz, Rita Moreno, Freddie Prinze, Edward James Olmos, Jennifer Lopez, and Jessica Alba and will share her findings. No charge. Refreshments served. Manners, Mending & Morals: A Lady's Lot in Life, from 1850 into the 20th century Don't miss this discussion of the "ordinary lives" of women as guided by social etiquette, domestic expectations, and morality of Victorian times. What was it like to be a single girl, a daughter, wife or mother in those days? Dale-Harriet Rogovich, as the costumed character Miss Hattie Fairchild, member of Madison's First Family in the mid-19th century, will present her observations. Join us on Thursday, August 26 at 10 am. No charge, but kindly register by calling 266-6581. Olbrich Botanical Gardens: Be Inspired Join us for a special presentation at our Senior Center with Director Roberta Sladky on Thursday, August 26 at 1 pm. Learn the history by attending Olbrich Botanical Gardens: Past, Present, and Future. You won't want to miss this inspiring talk about a Madison gem, right in our own backyard. No charge, but kindly call to register at 266-6581 Successful Aging Class The Senior Center "promotes successful aging" and this course looks more deeply into the process. It is an examination of the psychological and neurophysiology foundations of our scientific understanding of late maturity. The emphasis is on acquiring the understanding and skill required for successful aging. The class will be divided into four sections: I. Human development over the lifespan: Erikson's 8 stages of development and the Attachment Theory; II. Lectures from "The Mature Mind" by G. Gohen, M.D., an extension of Erikson's developmental theory to late maturity; III. Neurophysiology and pathology of the brain in late maturity; and IV. Scientific foundations for establishing a practice of successful emotional and cognitive aging. Join moderator and lecturer, J. L. Sanders, Ph.D. on Monday, August 30 for 12 weeks (no class on Labor Day) from 4:30-6 pm. Light snacks will be provided. Fee of $50. Please register by calling (608) 266-6581 by Thursday, August 26. Put on Your Dancing Shoes The Senior Center sponsors a dance every Thursday from 1 - 3 pm. Dance to the big band sounds of the Senior Showcase Band ($2). Bring a partner or find one at the dance. There is no charge for the last Thursday of the month.

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