HEALTHY INCENTIVES

MEDICARE UPDATE 2013

Wed., Nov. 7, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. (see page 12)

LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE

Tues., Nov. 13

ADVANCED DIRECTIVES: THE BETTER END

Mon., Nov. 19

PAINLESS PUZZLES GOOD

FOR GRAY BRAIN MATTER

Mon., Nov. 26

13 MYTHS OF HEALTH CARE

Tues., Nov. 27

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YEAR 32, Volume 1 NOVEMBER 2012

Center open for voting & drop-in only - No Classes

Election Day, Nov. 6 at HPSC

Center Closed:

Veterans Day, Nov. 12

Thanksgiving holiday, Nov. 22 & 23

TRAVELOGUES

VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA

Thursday, Nov. 1

THE NETHERLANDS: BEYOND THE TULIPS

Thursday, Nov. 15

(see 1:15 PM PROGRAMS) MUSICAL INTERLUDES

BOYS NIGHT OUT - Nov. 5

ISIS: FLUTE, HARP & CELLO - Nov. 8

CLASSY JAZZ QUARTET - Nov. 30

(see 1:15 PM PROGRAMS)

CLASSES AT HPSC November sign-up

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING

PILATES

YOGA

ZUMBA: (Wed. & Thurs classes)

ART STUDIO

BASIC COMPUTER CLASS

BOLLYWOOD WITH CAROLINE FERRANTE

See our New Class Descriptions Pages 2-4

See our new Class Registration info Pages 5-7

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FITNESS & DANCE CLASSES

AS EASY AS ABC … Exercise Class - Taught by Matthew Rundell. Bring your own 2-3 pound weights

and mat for stability exercises that encompass all of the major muscle groups. Focuses on exercises that in-

crease muscular strength and endurance, as well as balance, range of motion, and bone density.

BONE BUILDING WORK OUT - Taught by certified fitness specialist Joanne Zoladz. Concentrates on

toning, strengthening and stretching major muscle groups while sitting, standing and/or on a mat.

CARDIO RHYTHM: LOW IMPACT EXERCISE - Taught by certified fitness specialist Joanne Zoladz. A low

to moderate intensity aerobic workout. Designed to strengthen and tone muscles, promote flexibility and im-

prove posture.

FITNESS EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION - Taught by certified trainer Keith Federman. Provides group

training on the use of Holiday Park’s fitness room weight training equipment including: treadmills and bikes.

The purpose is to keep users safe and to get the most out of an equipment workout.

FITNESS ROOM STRENGTH TRAINING CLASS - Taught by trainer Keith Federman. Individually

designed workouts improve personal fitness by using the weight training equipment, treadmills and bikes in

HP Fitness Room.

LINE DANCE with LYNNE OSBORNE - Choreographed line dancing to songs from a variety of musical styles. Learn basic patterns and easy steps. Exercise your mind and body and meet new friends. Once you

know the basics, choose one of the more advanced, ongoing classes. Classes include: BEGINNER,

ADVANCED BEGINNER, ADVANCED BEGINNER PLUS, INTERMEDIATE, INTERMEDIATE PLUS.

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING - Taught by Sharon Katz. International, world-wide & Israeli folk

dances. A dance/fitness workout with easy steps and movements. Circles, lines and partner dance (no part-

ner required) takes you on a journey around the world. Newcomers welcomed.

BALLROOM DANCING with RON AND AMY WAGAMAN Designed for those with some basic ball-

room dance experience who want to learn new dance patterns. Dances change per season. 2 levels offered: SMOOTH DANCES & RHYTHM DANCES STABILITY EXERCISE w/BALL - Taught by trainer/exercise specialist Matthew Rundell. Exercises

emphasize strengthening core muscles, improvement of posture, and flexibility.

PILATES - Taught by Anne Contee. Whole body exercises designed to build strength while developing bal-

ance and flexibility. Some light weights are used.

YOGA - Taught by Anne Contee. Promote better balance, improved strength and relaxation.

GENTLE YOGA - Focuses on meditation, breathing, core strength, balance & flexibility. CHAIR YOGA - Low

impact yoga using bands to ward off osteoporosis, arthritis and weak muscles. Students focus on fall preven-

tion techniques using balancing poses. YOGA for BALANCE - An introduction to yoga asana poses with atten-

tion to stability and strength improvement. Movements are slow and gentle.

SANDI’S YOGA - Taught by Sandi Rothwell. Provides gentle movement and relaxation for a range of

physical abilities. Includes gentle stretching and breathing techniques and movement exercises for strength,

balance, safe walking, fall prevention, flexibility and relaxation. Participants can use chair or mat.

TAI CHI CLASSES - Chinese exercises based on Martial Arts, encompassing slow movements, power pos-

tures, natural range of motion and movement. TAI CHI CHUAN - Taught by Fred Nee, Lenny Gross & Sher-

man Wong. TAI CHI CHAIR - Taught by Lenny Gross. TAI CHI SWORD - Taught by Howard Lee and Yann

King. TAI CHI BASICS - Taught by Lenny Gross. Enjoy the benefits of Tai Chi sitting or standing.

Find a class that meets your needs & interest….

HPSC CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Here are descriptions of the class offerings at HPSC during different times of the year.

For this month’s specific Class Registration Information refer to the “Class Registration” section (See Pages 5-7 )

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EASY FIT DANCING - Taught by Marcia Young. An aerobic style dance class designed to improve

flexibility and balance. All routines are choreographed to upbeat music. Provides dance, fitness and fun.

YOUR BODY IS MEANT TO MOVE - Taught by Keith Federman. Exercises with balls, bands and

weights, concentrating on balance and strength. Basic - Seated and standing movements targeting strength,

flexibility, balance and stamina. Accommodates people with varying abilities and physical limitations.

Intermediate - A more challenging workout for students who regularly exercise. Students can expect more

repetitions and progressions of strength, balance and agility exercise. Advanced - Faster pace work on

strength, balance and coordination using exercises that include weights and stretch bands provided by HPSI.

ZUMBA CLASSES WITH CAROLINE FERRANTE A fusion of Latin and International music and dance

themes which creates a dynamic, exciting and effective dance fitness program. ZUMBA GOLD - Challenging

dance routines to provide a comprehensive fitness program. ZUMBA TONING - Incorporates Gold workout

with light weight training. ZUMBA WAKE-UP - Slow to moderate pace dance fitness. Good for beginners.

ARTS, LANGUAGE & SPECIAL INTEREST ART APPRECIATION WITH ARTIST STEPHEN HANKS

Learn how art demands and sustains our attention. Explanation of the fundamental components of art

principles and how they are used to control our attention and enhance quality. Looking at the works of many

great artists from various schools of art, students learn to understand and critique art beyond., “I like it.”

INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING WITH LAURA STEELE - Learn about shapes, the horizon line, perspec-

tive, shadows and values. Bring a 9x12 drawing pad, HB, 2B & 6B pencils and a pink eraser to the first class.

ART STUDIO WITH LAURA STEELE - Open to all level students. A non-instructional time to draw or

paint, on your own, in any medium, from a photograph or a still life. Help, if requested, provided by Laura.

ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS WITH LAURA STEELE - Explore shapes, shadows, value,

& color. Material list given at registration. Some drawing experience necessary.

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING with Helene McCarthy. This is a beautiful and ancient style of art that often

depicts flowers, trees, landscapes and birds.

BRIDGE CLASSES - Taught by Sunny Levin. Learn how to play bridge in an easy and professional manner.

Potential new students must sign in on the Bridge Interest List in Red Book at the Reception Desk. BASIC

BRIDGE I - Learn the basics and create the foundation for communicating with partners. BASIC BRIDGE II -

Pre-requisite Basic Bridge I. Includes: Doubles, Overcalls, Slams, Bridge game for two INTERMEDIATE I -

Pre-requisite: Basic Bridge I and II. Concentrates on partnership communication and demonstrates that every

bid is meaningful. INTERMEDIATE II - Pre-requisite, Intermediate I. Includes complete Bidding System and

Popular conventions. SUPERVISED BRIDGE - Pre-requisite, Completion of all 50 lessons. “Freebie hands” with

consultation as requested. PLAY OF THE HAND - Pre-requisite Intermediate II. Learning how to plan the play

of a hand and make difficult contracts.

BASIC ENGLISH– Taught by Roxana. Activities of daily living conversation exercises. Learn to communi-

cate in English.

SPANISH– Taught by Linda Katz. Learn to communicate in Spanish. Spanish in10 Minutes A Day is required

for all levels. BEGINNING SPANISH - Learn vocabulary for everyday usage and how to ask questions and use

of verbs in present tense. Offered in the Fall. ADVANCED BEGINNER SPANISH - Pre-requisite Beginning

Spanish or Instructor permission. Class will emphasize vocabulary and grammar. INTERMEDIATE -

Pre-requisite Advanced Beginning Spanish or Instructor permission. Read & discuss simple stories in Spanish,

master various idioms, study grammar and expand your vocabulary.

INTERMEDIATE PLUS - Pre-requisite Interm. Spanish or instructor permission, with more reading & vocab.

SPANISH EXPERIENCE - Instructor Flo Orbach. An informal learning experience that explores reading,

translation study and pronunciation.

FRENCH FOR BEGINNERS - Taught by Gilles Gouin. For interested students with no or almost no

French background. Will address survival French and French culture. Minimal homework.

HPSC CLASS DESCRIPTIONS (cont from page 2)

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ENGLISH LYRICAL VERSE OF 17TH CENTURY- Taught by Clarence Steinberg. An open lecture on

the period, describing its intellectual and political issues affecting its poets and readers, with allusions to the

range of topics on which these poets write. The readings will include Metaphysicals: John Donne, Ben Jon-

son, George Herbert, Richard Crashaw; and the Cavaliers: John Suckling, Andrew Marvell and Milton. The

text will be any edition of the Norton Anthology of English Literature, Vol.1.

STEPPING ON STAGE: EXPLORE THE WORLD OF THEATRE - Taught by Steffi Offutt,

Teaching Artist/Actress/Singer, Learn and play comic and dramatic roles. Work with an ensemble

and other novice actors, Laugh, shed a tear, be creative and go home smiling.

OPERA APPRECIATION: ELEMENTS OF GREAT PERFORMANCES - Taught by Donato Soranno

who shows well-known performances of some of the greatest arias and opera performances, then lectures and

leads a discussion about all of the contributing elements-singing, orchestra music, stage, costumes and more.

MINDFULNESS FOR THE SOUL - Led by Albert Zara, Mindfulness Coach and Certified Teacher.

Is life catching up with you? Improve your health and well-being by practicing deep breathing, meditation,

stretches, mind focus and connecting to others.

BASIC COMPUTER DROP-IN WORKSHOP - Conducted by Jed Carmichael (JC).

Drop-in for help with personal computer use. No repairs!

COMPUTER BASICS - Taught by Jackie Morse. Basic instructions on using the com-

puter, email and navigating the Internet. Good for the beginning computer user.

COMPUTER INTERMEDIATE - Taught by Jackie Morse. Expands your basic

computer knowledge, exploring the next level of word-processing, Internet , social networking and email.

HPSC CLASS DESCRIPTIONS (cont. from page 3)

COMMUNITY SPONSORED CLASSES

SENIOR DRIVING REVIEW: 55 ALIVE - Provides a classroom brush-up on driving skills. Sponsored

and taught by AARP. Space is limited to 25. Sign up in Red Book at Reception Desk. Pay in class.

CITIZENSHIP PREPARATION CLASS - Sponsored by MD Office for New Americans and Balt. C. C.

Taught by Van Nguyen. Call 1-410-580-2756 or 2759 for more information.

JCA INTRO. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY - Learn to maximize your photo skills. Call JCA:240-395-0916.

SUBURBAN HOSPITAL SPONSORED CLASS - Call Suburban On Call at 301-896-3939 to register.

BALANCING ACT - Taught by hospital physical therapists.

SENIOR SHAPE - Taught by Trainer Matt Rundell. Three-month classes. Exercises are meant to bring

balance and strength to seniors. Stability with Ball, Weight Training, Advanced Weight Training

MONTGOMERY COLLEGE SPONSORED CLASSES - Sponsored by Lifelong Learning Institute.

See the MC catalog for more class offerings, registration info. & fees or Call 240-567-1828. WATERCOLOR TECHNIQUES I - Taught by Stephen Hanks. Basic knowledge of watercolor techniques.

ADVANCED WATERCOLOR Taught by Stephen Hanks. Expands knowledge of watercolor techniques.

BASIC DRAWING - Taught by Stephen Hanks. Fundamentals of drawing for beginners.

WRITING MEMOIRS, WRITING MEMORIES Taught by Connie Wones. Writing on your family heritage. Fo-

cus on individual writing, sharing and encouragement. 19TH CENTURY ENGLISH NOVELS - Taught by Bob Shoenberg. Learn how ideas were developed, how

novels are constructed to achieve their purpose and personal stories of their authors which influenced their

novels. Austen, Dickens, Elliot, etc.

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EXERCISE SCHEDULE FEE NOTES

As Easy As ABC Class Matthew Rundell

Adv., Wed. 10/10, 9-10 am (10 s)

Beg., Wed. 10/10, 10-11am (10 s)

$48/$40

w/HPSI

Next registration

(reg.) in December.

Bone Building

Workout Joanne Zoladz

Sect I -Wed. 9/12, 11:30-12:30 am (12 s)

Sect II - Fri. 9/14, 10:00-11:00 am (12 s)

$43/$36

w/ HPSI

No class 11/4, 16, 21,

23. Next reg. Dec..

Cardio Rhythm Low

Impact Exercise J. Zoladz

Sect I, Wed. 9/12, 10:15-11:15 am (12 s)

Sect II, Fri.. 9/14, 11:15-12:15 am (12 s)

$43/$36

w/ HPSI

No class 11/4, 16, 21,

23. Next reg. in

December.

Fitness Equipment

Orientation K. Federman

Fri. 1/4/13, 11:45 - 12:45 $4.00 Next reg. in

December.

Fitness Strength Train-

ing Keith Federman

Sect. I, Fri. 10/12, 11:45-12:45 (10 s)

Sect. II, Mon. 10/29, 1:45-2:45 (10 s)

$54/$45

w/HPSI No class 11/21.

Next reg. in Dec.

Line Dancing Lynne Osborne

All classes 10 s

Beg: Wed. 9/12, 2:00-3:00 pm

Adv. Beg: Tues. 9/11, 1:00-2:00 pm

Adv. Beg Plus: Mon. 9/10, 1:30-2:30 pm, Wed.

9/12, 1:00-2:00 pm

Inter: Mon. 9/10, 2:30-3:30pm, Tues. 9/11, 2-3pm

Inter Plus: Tues. 9/11, 2:00-3:30 pm

$36/$30

W/HPSI No class 11/6, 20,

21. Next reg. in

December.

* International Folk

Dancing Sharon Katz

Fri. 11/16, 11:00 - 12:00 pm (4 s) $14/$12

w/ HPSI Next reg. in

December.

Ballroom Dancing Ron & Amy Wagaman

Smooth Dances Weds., 9/12, 2:45 - 3:40 pm,

Rhythm Dances Weds., 9/12, 3:45 - 4:40 pm, $36/$30

w/HPSI

Next reg. in

December

Stability Exercise w/

Ball Matthew Rundell

Thurs. 10/11, 9:00-10:00 am (10 s) $48/$40

w/ HPSI

Next reg. in

December.

* Pilates, Anne Contee * Tues, 12/4, 11:15-12:15 pm (10 s) $36/$30

w/HPSI Next reg. in Jan.

2013

Sandi’s Yoga Sandi Rothwell.

Sect. I, Wed. 10/10, 12:45-1:45 pm (8 s)

Sect. II, Wed. 10/10, 2:00-3:00 pm (8 s) $30/$25

W/ HPSI

Next reg. in

December.

*Yoga with

Anne Contee Anne Contee

All classes 10 s

Gentle, Mon.12/10, 10:00-11:00 am

Chair Mon. 12/10, 11:00-12:00 pm

Balance Tues. 11/27, 10:00-10:50 am

$36/$30

w/HPSI

CLASS REGISTRATION INFO *Indicates that Registration begins November 1, unless otherwise noted. All refund requests must be in writing.

Class refunds requested at least three working days before the first class will be refunded at 100%. Classes

joined late are not pro-rated. HPSI-sponsored classes have two fees: one for non-members and one for HPSI

members. You must show your HPSI card to qualify for the lower class fee. Indicates current students are

registered early by instructor in class.

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EXERCISE SCHEDULE FEE NOTES

Your Body is Meant To

Move Keith Federman

All classes 10 s. Basic, Wed. 10/10, 11:30-12:30 pm

Inter, Mon. 10/29, 11:30-12:30 pm

Adv., Fri. 10/12, 10:30-11:30 am

$42/$35

with HPSI

Next registration

(reg.) in December.

Zumba Classes Caroline Ferrante

All classes (10s)

Sect. I, Mon. 10/8, 10:00-11:00 am

* Sect. II, Wed. 12/5, 9:00-10:00 am

* Sect. III, Wed. 12/5, 10:00-11:00 am

* Sect. IV, Thurs. 11/29, 10:00-11:00 am

Sect. V, Fri. 10/5, 9:00-9:55 am

Toning, Fri. 10/5, 10:00-11:00 am (10 s)

Wake-Up, Mon. 10/8, - 9:00-10:00 am (10 s)

$42/$35.00

with HPSI

Appropriate attire

required.

Sec. II , III & IV next

reg. Jan. 2013.

DROP - IN SECTIONS FEE NOTES

Easy Fit Dancing Marcia Young

Tues. & Thurs., 11:00-11:45 am $2 a class

(or 3 for

$5).

Coupons purchased

at Reception Desk

Tai Chi Chuan

Tues., (F. Nee) 9:00-10:00 am

Weds., (L. Gross), 12:00-12:50 pm

Thurs., (S. Wong), 9:30-10:30 am

FREE

Tai Chi Chair Lenny Gross

Monday. 11:15-12:00 noon. FREE

Tai Chi Sword Mons., (Y. King), 2:45-3:45 pm

Thurs., (H. Lee), 9:00-9:30 am

FREE

FREE

Basic English Thurs.,10:30-11:30 am FREE

Computer Drop-In Jedediah Carmichael (JC)

Weds, 11/14 & 11/28, 1:30-3:30 pm

Weds. 12/12, 1:30-3:30 pm

$2. per

session

Coupons purchased

at Rec. Desk

ARTS, LANGUAGE

& SPEC. INTEREST

SCHEDULE FEE NOTES

Art Appreciation Stephen Hanks

Weds., 10/17, 2:00-4:00 pm (6 s) $55 /$48

w/HPSI Next reg. in

December.

Intro. To Drawing Laura Steele

Thurs. 9/13, 1:15-3:15 (5s) $25/$20

w/HPSI Next reg. Feb. 2013.

Acrylic Painting for

Beginners Laura Steele

Thurs., 10/25, 1:15-3:15 pm (5 s) $25/$20

w/HPSI

Next reg. in March

2013.

*Art Studio Laura Steele Thurs., 12/6-12/20/12, 1:15-3:15 pm (3 s) $14./$12.

w/ HPSI

Interest list Red

Book.

Chinese Brush Paint-

ing Helene McCarthy

Tuesdays, 1/29/13, 10:00-12:00 pm (10 s) $120/$100

w/ HPSI

Next reg. in

December.

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Bridge Classes Sunny Levin

All classes 10 s.

Basic I, Mon. 9/27, 9:30-11:30 am

Inter I , Thurs. 9/20, 9:30-11:30 am

Supervised, Wed.9/19, 9:30-11:30 am

Play of Hand, Mon.9/24, 1:00-3:00 pm

$50/$60

w/HPSI

No Classes 11/12, 21

Interest list in Red

Book at front desk

RD—avail 11/26

English Lyrical Verse Clarence Steinberg, Ph.D.

Mon., 10/8, 10:00-12:00 pm (6 s) $22/$18 w/

HPSI

No class 11/12.

* Spanish Linda Katz Beg. Thurs. 12/13, 9:00-10:00 am (8 s)

Adv Beg. Thurs. 12/13, 10-11:00 am (8 s)

Inter. Thurs. 12/13, 11:00-12:00 am (8 s)

$30/$24 with

HPSI card

Next reg. Jan. 2013

Spanish Experiences

Advances Flo Orbach

Thurs., 11/29, 1:00-2:30 pm (10 s) $12/$10 w/

HPSI

Next reg. Jan. 2013

French for Beginners Gilles Gouin

Tues. 11/6, 11:00-12:00 pm (8 s)

(No new registrants at this time.) $27/$23 with

HPSI

See Jan. news.

* Computer Classes Jackie Morse

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00-12 pm (8 s)

*Basic 11/6; Inter. 10/9

$28/$24 with

HPSI

Next reg. in

December.

Opera Appreciation: Elements of Great Performance Donato Soranno

Thursday, 10/18, 2:30-4:00 pm (5 s) $36/$30 w/

HPSI

See

December news.

Mindfulness for the

Soul Albert Zara

Wednesday, 10/17, 2:00-3:00 pm (5 s) $24/$20 with

HPSI

See Dec. news.

Stepping on Stage Steffi Offutt

Wednesday, 10/17, 2:15-4:00 pm (5 s) $24/$20 with

HPSI

See Dec. newsletter

COMMUNITY SPONSORED CLASSES

Senior Driving Review: 55 Alive

Thursday, 11/29, 9:00-1:00 pm (Vets free)

Friday, 1/11/13 , 9:00-1:00 pm

$14/$12 for AARP

members.

Bill Renner-Limit 25

Int. list in Red Bk.

Citizenship Prep Class 10/1 –12/20/12 410-580-2756 for info

JCA Introduction

Digital Photo

Tuesdays, 11/13, 1:00 -3:00 pm (6 s) $80.00 240-395-0916 for info

Suburban Hospital

Classes Balancing Acts

(BA) , Stability Ball (SB),

Weight Training (WT), Adv. Wt

Training (AWT)

BA Mon., 10/8-29, 1:00-2:00 pm

SB Mon., 10/1-12/17, 9:00-10:00 am

WT Fri., 10/5-12/.21, 11:00-12:00 pm

AWT Fri., 10/5-12/21, 10:00-11:00 am

Suburban OnCall

301-896-3939

Montgomery College

Classes Advanced Water-

color w/ Steve Hanks (AWC),

Basic Drawing w/ Hanks (BD),

Watercolor Techniques w/

Hanks (WT), 19th Century

English Novels (19CN)w/ Bob

Shoenberg (19CN)

AWC, Tues., 9/11, 12:00 - 2:00 pm

BD, Thurs., 9/13, 2:00 - 4:30 pm

WT, Tues., 9/11, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

19thCN, Tues. 9/11, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Montgomery College

240-567-1828

19th Century class is

every other Tuesday

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All programs begin at 1:15 and are free unless stated otherwise.

Space is limited for some programs and seating is not always guaranteed.

*A fee and/or **registration is associated with this program. HPSI membership helps support this program. Indicates a music program. Speakers & programs are provided for information purposes, and do not constitute endorsement by Montgomery County Government.

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA - By world traveler and photographer Jim Auerback.

In Vietnam, Jim traversed the country from north to south, from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

and from the cities to the seaside to the highlands. In Cambodia, Jim’s pictorial travelogue

allows us to appreciate the ancient splendors of Angkor with a vast network of palaces,

temples, and monuments. Together these countries tell a story of ancient renewal.

Thursday,

November 1

*DANCE CLUB FRIDAY - Music by the Retro Rockets. FEE: $5.00, $3.00 w/ HPSI card.

The Retro Rockets join our regular rotation of bands with music meant to keep our traditional

ballroom dancers happy and invite more of our rock‘n’roll enthusiasts. Light refreshments are

served at the break.

Friday,

November 2 1:15-3:15 p.m.

*BOYS NIGHT OUT - $1.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI card.

Boys Night Out is highlighting familiar favorites of traditional folk songs and bluegrass.

Roger Williams on guitar and vocals is joined by Mike Ritter on bass and Fred Nelson playing

guitar and mandolin. The Boys may just help us close out the political season with a few old

time campaign songs.

Monday,

November 5

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION DAY 2012 Tuesday, November 6

Center Open for Drop-in activities only. No Classes or Programs

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS - A DVD Opera with Irv Nurik program.

Always willing to present something a bit different, Irv brings us this satirical ballet chanté

(“sung ballet”) in seven scenes composed by Kurt Weill to a German libretto by Bertolt

Brecht in 1933. It is the story of two sisters who set out from the banks of the Mississippi in

Louisiana to find their fortunes in the big city.

Wednesday,

November 7

*ISIS: FLUTE & HARP & CELLO - $1.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI card.

ISIS brings us another outstanding classical program, this time with musicians

Amy Thomas on flute, Michelle Lundy on harp and Tim Thulson on cello. The music

will be a program of mostly French operatic composers including Debussy, Bizet,

Delibes, and then some Puccini.

Thursday,

November 8

*DANCE CLUB FRIDAY - Music by Mike Surratt. FEE: $5.00, $3.00 w/ HPSI card.

There is always a lot of music when Mike is on stage. And, lots of music means lots of

dancing. Light refreshments are served at the break.

Friday,

November 9 1:15-3:15 p.m.

VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY

Center Closed Monday, November 12

LAUGHTER RX: THE HEATH BENEFITS OF HUMOR AND LAUGHTER

Laughter and humor are universal human traits. What are they for? How can they help us as

we age? MIND-RAMP program specialist Michael Patterson explores the social and cognitive

benefits of laughter and keeps us laughing while we contemplate learning.

Tuesday,

November 13

*BINGO - Helen Horton calls the numbers. FEE: $1.00 for two cards.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, some special prizes will be available; things that

dress up any Thanksgiving table.

Wednesday,

November 14

THE 1:15 PM HP DAILY SHOW – NOVEMBER 2012

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THE NETHERLANDS: BEYOND THE TULIPS - A Jim Heins Travelogue (2012 trip)

Water, water everywhere. The land is rich in greenery canals & history. Enjoy!

Thursday,

November 15

*DANCE CLUB FRIDAY - Music by Mark Hanak.: $5.00, $3.00 w/HPSI card.

Mark provides music from the 50s & 60’s and with his pre-recorded music he gets out on the

dance floor to dance with the ladies. Light refreshments are served at the break.

Friday,

November 16

ADVANCED DIRECTIVES: THE BETTER END - Dr. Dan Morhaim.

Sponsored by Suburban Hospital , Morhaim is a practicing physician and

state legislator who will explain this document and discuss recommended updates

Monday,

November 19

TED JACOBSON: ChooChoo the Jazzman - Trumpet, sing-a-long & stories. FREE

This fine trumpet player offers a variety of music with a bit of guess that tune.

Tuesday,

November 20

DROP-IN CARDS, GAMES & SCRABBLE. The center closes at 2:15.

Wednesday,

November 21

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

Center Closed

Thursday and Friday, November 22 & 23

PAINLESS PUZZLES (of the Acrostic Kind) GOOD FOR GRAY BRAIN MATTER.

Sponsored by the Pain Connection.Neil Goldstein, author of Painless Puzzles will take us

through crossword puzzles that gradually fill in letters in a hidden quote. Fun and good for

the brain.

Monday,

November 26

13 MYTHS OF HEALTH CARE - Dr. Robert Rifkin, The White Flint Medical Center.

Come and find out how you can get more energy, feel better, look better, fight off disease,

and be more effective in whatever you choose to do. This lecture is for the young old and the

older adult alike. Dr. Rifkin will review the things that get us stuck and create a slow

downhill spiral. Make tomorrow a better day. Come and listen.

Tuesday,

November 27

HOLLYWOOD: An Empire of Their Own - Gerald Schneider, Ph.D. Parts 1 & 2.

Schneider will present a DVD documentary about the story of the rise of American film

and the people who shaped it. It is a social history of immigrants who built an empire and the

origins of the so-called Hollywood values. Schneider will follow this up with a discussion

about some of these producers, directors and actors, and the film’s focus on the impact and

innovation of the Jewish immigrant community.

Wednesday

& Thursday

November

28 & 29

*CLASSY JAZZ QUARTET - FEE: $2.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI card.

This group is new to our center but performs often in the area. Their program will include

easy listening music and plenty of dancing music too. Some of the popular favorites they

perform include: How High the Moon, Puttin’ On the Ritz, A Foggy Day, Satin Doll,

Jitterbug Waltz & more.

Friday,

November 30

THE 1:15 PM HP DAILY SHOW – NOVEMBER 2012

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ONGOING HOLIDAY PARK PROGRAMS/GROUPS

BEHIND THE HEADLINES - Mondays from 10:00 am - 11:30 am.

FREE. Frank Jose & other center volunteers facilitate this drop-in discussion.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE - Wednesdays from 12:45 pm - 3:30 pm.

Fee: $4.00 per person. Entries sold beginning at noon. ACBL sanctioned. Please call the center when weath-

er is uncertain to see if Bridge is on.

PAIRS PARTY BRIDGE - Fridays. Sign-up 2:45 p.m.

Play ends at 3:30 p.m. FREE. Partners not required.

CHESS CLUB - Wednesdays from 9:00-12:00 and Fridays from 10 - 12:00 noon. Drop-in.

PING PONG - Holiday Park’s one table gets a lot of use by competitive players of every skill level.

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB - The Photo Club meets the first and third Wednesdays from 10 am -11:30 am.

FREE Drop-in. The Photo Club sponsors two galleries at Holiday Park. Exhibits change every other month.

PLANT CARE GROUP - Tuesday & Friday, 9:00 am - 12 00 noon.

POOL ROOM - Drop-in. FREE.

LIBRARIAN SYLVIA NISENOFF & LAUGHING OUT LOUD - Meets on Mondays at 11:30 a.m.

This new group at HPSC has only one purpose - to laugh! Sylvia and Gerald Schneider , Ph.D. invite you to

bring your good humor. Keeping in good taste bring along favorite readings, jokes or those hilarious emails

that come your way.

RSVP WORKSHOP - Wednesdays from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon.

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program makes a variety of knitted and crocheted items for area charities. Yarn

donations appreciated.

SCRABBLE - Wednesdays at 1:00 pm.

Ray Greene hosts. Drop-in board game with 3-5 tables weekly in the dining room.

WOODCARVING - Fridays 1 pm - 3 pm. FREE Drop-in. Experienced hobbyists offer instruction.

WRITING WITH FRANK - Fridays from 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Drop in. FREE.

YIDDISH CLUB - Meets 10 am to noon, the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month.

Jewish history, music and Yiddish conversation. Call Fanny Aisenberg at 301-649-7472.

ARTS & LEISURE CLASSES The Department of Recreation offers a variety of recreation and leisure classes at Holiday

Park such as adult piano, dance, and exercise workshops. Pre-registration is required.

The Winter Guide will be available mid-December. For more information call 240-777-6840.

SENIOR AND FAMILY TRAVEL

SOAR (Senior Outdoor Adventures in Recreation) 240-777-6870 and

FEET (Family Entertainment & Exciting Trips) 240-777-4933 are also

advertised in Montgomery County Department of Recreation’s Recreation & Parks Leisure Guide.

To receive mailings of trip brochures, call: 240-777-6870.

Note: SOAR & FEET trips, usually departing from HPSC & returning there, are temporarily leaving

from the Olney Swimming Pool while Holiday Park is undergoing a community storm drain project.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION

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THE BOOK EXCHANGE - Our library welcomes most contributions of popular fiction & current non-

fiction. Books in our library are for your reading enjoyment and not to take for resale. Volunteer librarian

Sylvia can usually be found in the library on Mondays at noon.

THE CAFÉ - Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY - The Department of Recreation Classes (listed in the Guide to

Recreation & Park Programs) offers reduced fees for lower income residents. Call MCRD at 240-777-6840.

THE GIFT SHOP AT HOLIDAY PARK - Open Mon., Wed., Thurs., Friday, 9:30 - 1:00, Tuesdays,

9:30 to 3:00. General consignments are accepted Wed. mornings 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Jewelry

consignments are accepted on Tues. mornings, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Consigners pay a one-time

administrative fee of $5.00. Check with the Gift Shop for more information.

HOLIDAY PARK HI-LITES - To have the newsletter mailed to you, leave a stamped (68 cents), self-

addressed long business envelope at the Reception Desk, with the months you want written on the envelopes.

HPSI MEMBERSHIP - A HPSI (Holiday Park Seniors, Inc.) Membership Card allows you to receive

reduced rates for classes and programs as well as entrée to special Holiday Park events. A $20.00-a-year

membership helps support this flagship senior center. Become a member at our Reception Desk.

HPSI SCHOLARSHIPS of $200.00 per year are available for income eligible individuals. Scholarships can

be used for any class or program sponsored by HPSI. See staff for an application.

KEEP SENIORS SAFE OFFICE - Now located at HPSC this office is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from

10:00 am until 1:00 pm. Sponsored by the Montgomery County Police Department, Morty Davis is available

to answer questions and meet with anyone concerned about identity and banking theft, scams, and fraud,

personal safety and property crimes. Keeping seniors safe is a MC healthy aging initiative. Stop by or call:

240-242-3742. The Keep Seniors Safe Office is here to help you or someone you know.

MOBILE POST OFFICE - Tuesdays from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm The U.S. Postal Service Mobile Service

Center offers stamps, mailing supplies and an array of mailing services.

SENIORS WITH DISABILITIES - The County complies with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If

you need auxiliary aids, notification must be received no later than two (2) weeks prior to the start of the

activity. Contact the Mainstream Facilitator at 240-777-6870, TTY 240-777-6974. SHIP - SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - assists with health insurance

claims, Prescription Drug Plans and questions about selecting supplemental health insurance. Call 301-590-

2819 for an appointment. A counselor is at Holiday Park on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 10:00

am to 12:00 noon. Drop-ins welcome if no one is scheduled.

WIDOWED PERSONS SUPPORT GROUPS - Groups for persons widowed within the last two years.

Pre-registration required. Call 301-949-7398 for information.

CENTER SERVICES

The Monthly Nutrition Program Menu is available in the Dining Room or at the Reception Desk.

Lunch and bus reservations MUST be made at least two working days in advance. Cancellations may be

made directly with the Site Manager, Helen Horton, or you may call 240-777-4961 by 10:00 am

A voluntary contribution for the meal is requested from persons age 60 and over and spouse of any age.

The actual cost of the meal is $5.49. Contributions are used to purchase more meals. Please contribute

as much as possible. Persons under age 60 must pay the full amount.

The Nutrition Program prohibits saving of tables or chairs.

Participants on the waiting list may sit at a table if space is available (they will be called separately),

but only participants who have reservations should come up when their table is called.

Regular Nutrition Program participants receive an identification card to swipe when having lunch.

No Senior Nutrition Program Nov. 6, 12, 22 or 23

MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM

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HEARTWELL: A Program of Heart Health and Preventive Care

HeartWell is a partnership of Suburban Hospital and HPSC.

HeartWell nurse Mary Flynn resumes her three day a week schedule in November & December. She will be

at HPSC for consultations and to help with doctor consultations on Tuesdays from 9 to 11:00, Wednes-

days from 9 am to 2:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 to noon.. Visit her in our Health Suite.

MAX YOU - MAXIMIZE THE QUALITY OF LIFE - Tuesdays at 10:00 am.

Edie K. Mahlman, LCSW-C, facilitates a support group that confronts the challenges and options that are pre-

sented in the process of aging. Drop-in. Free.

COPING WITH CHANGE - Thurs. 10:30 am.

Led by social worker Stephanie Svec, LCPC. Drop-in. Free. Individual appointments for consultations

available at 11:30.

ASSISTIVE DEVICES OPEN HOUSE - Open houses: November 13 & 27, from 10:30 am—12:00 noon.

Lynn Perlroth, retired audiologist, demonstrates devices for use in a variety of difficult listening situations. We

do not sell devices. Call Lynn at 301-208-8279.

SENIOR INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE - Appointments available on Wednesdays at HPSC.

A Senior I&A worker can provide information on housing, transportation, health services, and resources.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING - Blood pressure screenings: Mon., Wed. & Fri., 10 am - 12 noon

ASK THE PHARMACIST - Fridays from 10 am to 12 noon.

Retired pharmacist Stanley Cohen is here most Fridays to answer prescription or over the counter medication

questions. No appointment needed.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOAN CLOSET - Wheelchairs, walkers, some canes and commodes are usually availa-

ble for short term loan. Fee $5.00 for up to 3 months, except wheelchairs ($10.00 per month with a $50.00 re-

fundable deposit). Check with our Reception Desk volunteers or staff to verify availability.

HEARING AID TROUBLE SHOOTING - Third Thursday of the month from 9:30 am - 11:30 am.

Audiologist Jane Kirksey, from Hearing Health Care, visits the center monthly to clean hearing aids and to

answer questions. Call: 301-946-2434.

SHIP (Senior Health Information Program)

Leta Blank, Program Director

MEDICARE UPDATE

Changes in A, B, C & D

Wednesday, November 7, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

The Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program is a program where trained

volunteers advocate for seniors in selecting insurance supplemental plans, assist

with insurance claims, and help secure legal assistance for insurance problems.

A HEALTHIER YOU

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COMMUNITY ALERT….. STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PROJECT The Dept. of General Services & the EPA have begun construction in our rear parking lot. The cen-

ter will remain open during construction. We appreciate your questions about the cutting down of

trees related to this environmental work project. We have been assured that there will be new plant-

ings in the spring. Trips by FEET and SOAR are temporarily moved to another pick-up location.

Please don’t go away… We value your participation in our programs.

HOLIDAY PARK SENIORS INC

SEEKS BOARD MEMBERS HPSI is seeking individuals to join the HPSI Board. For more information about the Board and what

serving entails, please leave a note at the Reception Desk for Judy Houseknecht , the HPSI adminis-

trator, to contact you. Please include your name, address, telephone number and email.

CENTER ANNOUNCEMENTS

TWO CARDS MAKE HOLIDAY PARK SENIOR CENTER COUNT

THE REC CARD - This card counts participation and

attendance at Holiday Park Senior Center. Using your

REC card lets Montgomery County Government know

keep track of our facility use and supports both program

and staff budget requests. This card is FREE.

HPSI MEMBERSHIP - Holiday Park Seniors, Inc is a 501c3

non-profit agency that supports programs and classes at

HPSC .This $20.00 a year Membership Card allows you to re-

ceive reduced rates for classes and programs as well as entrée to

special Holiday Park events. Sign-up at our Reception Desk.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Holiday Park Senior Center Services is supported by 170 volunteers. We can always use one more.

Leave your name and contact information for Sonia Leon-Reig and she will call to set up a time to

meet with you to discuss how you can help.

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SINGER/GUITARIST STEVE GELLMAN - $1.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI card.

Steve will feature some seasonal music. Mon., Dec. 3

GRANDMA MOSES: Primative & Folk Art - Presented by art historian Joan Hart.

Surprising as it may sound, Grandma Moses’ paintings can help create a cheerful holiday

spirit with happy settings and bright colors. Self-taught at age 80, Anna Mary Robertson

Moses paintings reflect scenes of the New England countryside especially at Thanksgiving

and Christmas where her folk art immortalized wintry snow scenes. Enjoy!

Tues., Dec. 4

LA FANCIULLA DEL WEST BY PUCCINI - An Opera with Irv Nurik Program. Wed., Dec. 5

SINGER/ GUITARIST DALE JARRETT - $2.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI card. Thurs., Dec. 6

DANCE CLUB FRIDAY - Music by Mike Surratt. $.3.00, FREE w/ HPSI card.

Support for this program is provided by Paul Sexton, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones. Fri., Dec. 7

SINGER GUITARIST ELLIS WOODWARD - $1.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI card. Mon., Dec. 10

YIDDISH PARTY - PRE-REGISTRATION WITH FANNY AISENBERG REQUIRED. Tues., Dec. 11

STRESS & THE HOLIDAYS - Mary Flynn, HeartWell nurse for Suburban Hospital. Wed., Dec. 12

THE STEFFI OFFUTT TRIO: Holiday Caroling - $2.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI cd. Thurs., Dec. 13

DANCE CLUB FRIDAY - Music by Mark Hanak. FEE: $5.00 at the door, $3.00 w/HPSI. Fri., Dec. 14

SINGER CHRISTIANA: Winter Wonderland - $1.00 at the door, FREE w/ HPSI cd. Mon., Dec. 17

MEDIA BIAS: Choosing Our Messages & Money - Gerald Schneider, PhD, facilitator. Tues., Dec. 18

THE BEST OF ED SULLIVAN - A DVD of Unforgettable Performances.

Hosted by Carol Burnett. Wed., Dec. 19

THE BEST OF ED SULLIVAN, DVD.

The Greatest Entertainers with host Burt Reynolds. Thurs., Dec. 20

THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL - Funny and touching 2012 DVD movie. Fri., Dec. 21

Upcoming DECEMBER 2012 ... HP 1:15 PM DAILY SHOW entertainment, history, travel, art, health and wellness & conversation Programs begin at 1:15 p.m. and Dance Club Friday is 1:15-3:15 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Beginning in January the Daily Show will offer more programs that encourage thinking and engaging discussions. Laughing Out Loud will be a regular program along with conversations and trivia games about words, memories and people.

Don’t Keep Us Clueless…..hints, ideas, suggestions, compliments? Maybe you want to know why we do whatever it is you don’t understand. Ask us! Have

your say, share your thoughts. We do want to know. Be anonymous or let us respond by

leaving your telephone number or email. In the past two years most of our inquiries have

been about needed center improvements, keeping the center safe, bringing WiFi to HPSC

and ….asking, when can participants pay for classes with a credit/debit card instead of cash

or a check? We hope to bring many of these changes to HPSC in the next year. Most of all

we want to protect our customers identity. As most of you know we are just about the best

buy in town. Our primary goal will be to bring the best possible service to our participants.