May 1, 2024

Thank you to all of our members who completed their membership surveys!

Your much appreciated feedback helps us evaluate and enhance the healthy aging opportunities available in our community. Survey results will be shared in the July/August print newsletter.

Starting May 1, Greenberry's at The Center will be serving up coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and more every weekday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Pro tip: Get there early if you're hoping to try the latest taste sensations created by The Donut Kitchen!

The Rivanna Conservation Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to cleaning and protecting the Rivanna River, shares information about the health of our local watershed. Learn how RCA runs monitoring programs and uses aquatic species to check stream and river health, and get information on community projects that will improve the health of the Rivanna River. Free and open to all. Register here.

New Executive Director Melanie Benjamin is eager to hear what's on your mind. Come touch base in the Atrium—Melanie will be available every week for casual check-ins and conversation. Future times will vary to reach as many people as possible. In May, you can catch Melanie on Fridays from 11:00 am–12:00 pm. Free and open to all.

Learn nutrition information through a whole food, plant-based perspective and how you can partner your diet with your diabetes medical advice. Mary Sherrill, RN and BSN, will show you how to improve your condition and reap the enormous benefits of whole food, plant-based nutrition through cooking demonstrations and discussions. Free and open to all; materials fee is $20, payable to instructor at start of first class. Register here.

Find out how you can keep yourself safe! Over 20 local resources for senior safety will be on-site to answer questions and share information. Presentations will cover how to protect yourself from scams, fraud, and elder abuse; medical reasons for fall risks; emergency preparedness and home safety; and keeping your brain healthy as you age. Free 15-minute cognitive screenings will also be available. Free and open to all. See full schedule here.

When you include The Center in your will or estate plans, you create a legacy that will ensure The Center provides healthy aging programming for future generations. To make healthy aging your legacy, please contact your financial advisor or Philanthropy Director Lynn Divers. Thank you!

Fiddler Andrew Finn Magill, featured on MTV and NPR, joins forces with sought-after accompanist Alan Murray to form one of the most exciting duos in contemporary Irish music. Open to all. $15. Register here.

When is it time to consider home care? How does it benefit families? Come visit with the team from Loving Arms Home Care to get answers and more information. Stop by the table for a chance to win a prize. Free and open to all.

Curious about The Center? Come learn about our membership benefits, tour the building, meet staff and other members, and enjoy some treats from Greenberry's Café. Free and open to all. Register here. Thank you to The Colonnades for its support of Try It Out Tuesdays.

Memory Care Units: What are they? When are they necessary? And how do you select one? Yulonda Lewis and Erica Bailey of Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge will share information about dementia and how to determine when a transition to memory care is necessary. Free and open to all. Register here.

Craft a one-of-a-kind wall hanging using vibrant pressed flowers with instructor Jamie Schwartz. No experience necessary. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $20; Guests $35. Materials fee is $30, payable to instructor at start of class. Register here.

Consider writing a postcard, note, or letter to a deployed soldier. Troops tell us the most cherished items of the bimonthly care packages they receive from Central Virginia Blue Star Families are notes of appreciation for their service. For more information, contact Bobbi Hughes.

It's a quirk of the calendar! The second Wednesday of May happens to fall the day after the first Tuesday of the month. So this week you have not one, but two opportunities to come learn about our membership benefits, tour the building, meet staff and other members, and enjoy some treats from Greenberry's Café. Free and open to all. Register here. Thank you to Delaney Hearing Center for its support of Welcome Wednesdays.

Infuse yourself with self-love in a group hypnosis experience led by a certified hypnotherapist. Hypnosis is similar to guided meditation but with a purpose of strengthening and widening your sense of well-being. The May focus is "Lowering Stress with Feeling Calm." Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $15; Guests $25. Register here.

Hearing At Home works, services, and cleans hearing aids on-site. Any make or model is welcome. Simple repairs are also available. Free and open to Center members. Register here.

Join the artists of BozART on the second floor as we celebrate and learn more about their artwork while indulging in refreshments and good conversation. Their pieces will be displayed on the second floor throughout the months of May and June. Free and open to all.

Movie and cinema fans are invited every month to discuss a movie, explore the art of filmmaking, connect, and share ideas. The May discussion will focus on "Goodfellas." Free and open to all. Register here.

Come and share the challenges, concerns, and feelings that come with supporting a person living with the brain changes of dementia. Cheairs Graves, training coordinator at Home Instead, facilitates a confidential, safe, and supportive environment. Free and open to all. Register here.

Every chapter of your life is an opportunity to showcase your individuality and reflect the incredible person you are. Elevate your confidence and redefine your style with local boutique owner Crystal Napier. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $15; Guests $25. Materials fee is $15, payable to instructor at start of class. Register here.

Explore WWII battles, military training, the psychological effects on veterans, life on the home front, and more with monthly presentations by club members and guest speakers. Free and open to all. Register here.

The stress of uncertainty, social media, and post-pandemic conditions leave many people feeling isolated. Psychologist Dr. Daniel Elash teaches tools for you to better manage stress, build emotional resilience, and become more proactive in shaping your life. Free and open to Center members. Register here.

Several of The Center's craft groups need yarn for volunteer projects. Any color is welcome as long as the yarn is machine washable! Drop off donations at the Welcome Desk any time during open hours.

It’s never too late to learn a new instrument! Bring your own guitar to learn from accomplished musician and instructor Mike D’antoni. Open to all. Prime members $30; Standard members $60; Guests $90. Register here.

Learn more advanced chords, fingerpicking, and strum patterns while having fun with familiar songs. Bring your own guitar to join accomplished musician and instructor, Mike D’antoni. Open to all. Prime members $30; Standard members $60; Guests $90. Register here.

Make three all-occasion cards with your choice of stamped sentiments and a gift bag for three Ghirardelli chocolates. You'll also learn a new technique for shading a stippled image. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $10; Guests $15. Materials fee is $10, payable to instructor at start of class. Register here.

Adoptable dogs from Dogs Deserve Better visit on the back lawn bringing puppy kisses in exchange for belly rubs! Come meet a few sweet dogs and learn more about Dogs Deserve Better. Free and open to all.

America’s largest discussion program on world affairs will point you to impartial, thought-provoking, and expert-authored articles before you gather for informational videos and thoughtful, respectful discussion. In this 7-part series, you'll engage with issues like the climate, technology, international trade, and more. Free and open to Center members. See full schedule and register here.

Come and play! Small prizes are awarded to winners, but a good time is awarded to everyone. Open to all. $1 per card.

The Youth Orchestras of Central Virginia share dynamic chamber music performances by students and faculty, covering everything from Haydn to Mario Brothers. Free and open to all. Register here.

This collaborative exhibit between the Fluvanna Art Association, BozART, and the Charlottesville Garden Club displays dozens of fresh bouquets beside the works of art that inspired them. Free and open to all.

Join the artists of the Fluvanna Art Association on the first floor to learn more about their vibrant community of visual artists while indulging in refreshments and good conversation. Free and open to all.

Housing equity is a complex problem that requires a multi-faceted effort with the support of our full community. What does the future hold for affordable and low-income housing in Charlottesville? Can we ensure everyone, including seniors, is housed? Maxicelia Robinson moderates a panel of government representatives and housing advocates including Dr. Wes Bellamy, S. Lisa Herndon, Dave Norris, Luis Oyola, and Councilor Michael Payne. Free and open to all. Register here.

The Still Sharp Singers and director Mike D'Antoni present some of your favorite songs. Free and open to all.

Bob Dunnenberger makes his debut as our new band director, leading The Flashbacks and the Second- and First-Wind Bands. Free and open to all; donations welcome.

Many thanks to Bronze Corporate Partner Our Lady of Peace for its generous support! Since 1992, Our Lady of Peace has provided senior living apartments and a full continuum of care. Our Lady of Peace's partnership with The Center contributes to healthy aging opportunities for older adults in our community.

Travel through Tennessee for a sparkling holiday season in Memphis, Pigeon Forge, and Nashville. Admire holiday lights and enjoy visits to Elvis Presley's Graceland, the ducks at the famous Peabody Hotel, Sun Records, the Memphis Zoo, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. You'll cap the trip off with the Grand Ole Opry Christmas Show. Package includes round trip transportation, accommodation for five nights, five breakfasts, five dinners, and admission to listed attractions. For more information, contact the Travel Office at 434.974.6538.

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