Tuesday, May 28, Hoover Police Chief. Nick Derzis

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HOOVER New Horizons STAFF Dana Stewart Senior Center Manager 444-7884 stewartd@ci.hoover.al.us Tracy Vinzant Event Coordinator 739-6767 vinzantt@ci.hoover.al.us Rachel Laber Class Coordinator 739-6700 laberr@ci.

1 HOOVER New Horizons STAFF Dana Stewart Senior Center Manager Tracy Vinzant Event Coordinator Rachel Laber Class Coordinator Delores McGill Nutrition Program Coordinator HOURS OF OPERATION Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MEMBERSHIP FEES Hoover Residents $10 annually (For further pricing information, please call) INFO LINE For updates on Horizons Activities, call seniors staying involved with life Hoover Parks and Recreation Department fax: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 LUNCHEON 11:00AM Hoover Senior Center Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis Chief Nicholas Derzis was born in Berlin, Germany. As the son of a Colonel in the United States Army, he lived all around the world. He lived in Arlington, Virginia for nine years until moving to Alabama in Chief Derzis began his law enforcement career as an officer with the Hoover Police Department in 1979 and has been promoted steadily through the ranks. He was promoted to Assistant Chief of Police in December 1999 and to Chief of Police in January Throughout the years, he has been responsible for numerous initiatives within the department, such as the Special Response Team, School Resource Officer program, and the development and construction of a new police operations center and jail facility. Chief Derzis holds a Bachelor s degree in Criminal Justice from Samford University, and is a graduate from the FBI National Academy. He is a member of the FBI National Academy Associates, International Association of Chiefs of Police, Alabama Association of Chiefs of Police, Metropolitan Criminal Justice Executive Association, and the Law Enforcement Executive Development Association. May 2013 Luncheon MENU Club Supreme (roast beef, turkey, bacon, swiss cheese, dressings) Baked Chips Cookie Tea/Coffee Caterer: Jersey Mikes Price: $8.00 per person. Please indicate on your check the names of persons you are paying for. Make check payable to: Hoover New Horizons NEW Reservation Deadline: Friday, May 24 at 3:00 PM. unless capacity is reached. No exceptions. There is a maximum capacity of 150 guests. All payments received after this date will be returned! Mail to: 400 Municipal Drive, Hoover, AL or hand deliver to facility

President s Letter My mother Pauline passed five years ago this month. She lived through the Great Depression and World War II. She was the most kindhearted person I ve ever known.

2 President s Letter My mother Pauline passed five years ago this month. She lived through the Great Depression and World War II. She was the most kindhearted person I ve ever known. The harshest term she ever used for a person was silly goose. She was married to Denmon for 30 years but was a widow for over 40 years. In those years, she never considered another man in her life. She was devoted to her children the same way. She did go to dinner with a widower preacher, but when he started talking marriage, she dropped him fast. She was sure he just wanted a good cook. Take time this month to remember your mother and give her a hug if you are fortunate enough to still have her in your life. During Mother s life, the biggest social events of the year were the Decorations (Memorial Days) when families came back to decorate the graves of their ancestors. During the Civil War, Columbus, Mississippi was a hospital town, and a burial site, for both side s casualties from the battle of Shiloh. Four women led a solemn march to Friendship Cemetery on April 25, One of the women suggested that they decorate the graves of the Union as well as the Confederate dead, as each grave contained a father, brother or son. Based on this history, Columbus, Mississippi has a claim as the birthplace of Memorial Day. Last month, a New Horizons group experienced the history of Columbus and Friendship Cemetery. On Memorial Day, we honor all those who have gone before and especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Sincerely, Jim Langley President 2013 Hoover New Horizons Advisory Board Jim Langley President Beverly Sublette Vice President Janice Watson Secretary Judy Mackinaw Treasurer Earline Dance Shirley Graham Bruce Martin Diane Scripps Ken Sullivan Donna Wiltsey Board Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 10:00AM unless otherwise specified on the Activities Calendar. Hoover EXPRESS A van and automobile are available for Hoover New Horizons members with special transportation needs. The van is wheelchair accessible and must be booked at least a week in advance. Below is the schedule for riders. TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS: Doctor s offices and hospital MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS: Errands in Hoover only. (Examples: beauty shop, Galleria, grocery store, etc.) EXPRESS RIDERS: Please leave the day and time of the appointment along with your name, address and phone number on my voic . Please specify in your voic message if you have any equipment you will be bringing, such as a walker. If you are calling for a doctor s appointment please leave the number of the doctor s office as well. If you would like a ride, please call Tracy at to make an appoinment. The Hoover Express DOES NOT operate on holidays. Please see your Express brochure for procedures regarding appointments around holidays. Call Fridays from 8:00AM-1:00PM for Monday appointments. Call Mondays from 8:00AM-1:00PM for Tuesday thru Thursday appointments. Space is limited, so call as early as possible. TO INQUIRE ABOUT THIS SERVICE PLEASE CALL TRACY AT !

3 MAY ACTIVITIES CALENDAR

4 ACTIVITIES CLASSES WORKSHOPS Advanced Line Dancing For all those avid line dancers out there, this might just be for you. Join this small group of other dancers as they perfect familiar dances and try out new advanced moves! This group, led by Barbara Traywick and Beverly Strong, meets after Wednesday s Beginner s Line Dancing from 10:15AM- 11:15AM in the Creative Arts Room. Space is limited. Advanced Yoga This form of Yoga is a continuation of Beginning Yoga. Advanced Yoga focuses on more intense breathing, stretching and coordination exercises. The class is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30AM unless otherwise specified in calendar. Beginning Yoga This class is held on Tuesday s at 10:00AM. Join instructor Carol Byrd as she introduces you to breathing, stretching and coordination exercises. Ballroom Dancing With Sterling Burroughs Ballroom Dancing instruction is held on Tuesdays from 1:30PM until 2:00PM. There will be Open dance until 3:00PM. Bingo Bingo is now on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 12:15PM UNLESS otherwise specified in the Activities Calendar at the Senior Center. Blood Pressure Checks These are the 2nd & 4th Mondays at 12:15PM. Our free blood pressure checks are given by our EMS officers at the above times. (Dates are subject change due to their schedules.) Book Club This month s book is going to be The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain. This group will be meeting Wednesday, May 8th at 9:30 AM. Bridge Please call Nancy Moore at This is a closed group; however, call Nancy to be added to the sub list. Bridge-Open Group Experienced, Intermediate and Beginners are all welcome. No registration required. All you have to do is show up and have fun! This group meets every Friday from 11:30AM until 3:00 PM. Canasta The samba version of Canasta is played with three decks of cards and a tray. The game is best played with 3 or 4 players. This is an uncomplicated card game so come join in every Wednesday at Noon in the Lounge. Cards Join fellow members as they play a variety of card games on Mondays at Noon. Chess Class Chess is universally proven as an EXCELLENT way to develop the cognitive abilities. John Hodnett, Senior Center volunteer coordinator of this class along with instructor, Balagee Govindan are willing to get you well on your way. Play begins at 10:00AM on Tuesdays and the class is held from 12:00 Noon to 1:00PM. Crocheting This class is Thursdays at 3:30PM. Join Helen Tankersly as she guides you through the art of crocheting. Please provide your own materials for this class. Students will need to bring a crochet hook size (G, H, or J) and some light colored yarn. Exercise I (Gentle Aerobics) led by Sally Doak, is offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 AM. This class features stretching exercises, low impact aerobics and chair exercises while using exercise bands. Participants are encouraged to wear tennis shoes/or non-slick bottomed shoes in the exercise classes. Word Computer Class Jerome Safer will be teaching the basics of Microsoft Word. Reservations are to be made at front desk of the Hoover Senior Center. There is a maximum of 4 people, and this class will be held Wednesdays at 12:00 NOON. Exercise II (Aerobics Plus) This class is led by Kathy Kaimanesh and is offered on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00AM and on Wednesdays at 8:15AM until 9:00AM. This class offers variations of low/high impact aerobics, body sculpting with free weights/exercise bands and floor exercises. Participants are encouraged to bring a towel and wear tennis shoes/or non-slick bottomed shoes in the exercise classes. *If you are a new participant you must meet with the instructor prior to the class beginning to go through an orientation.

5 ACTIVITIES CLASSES WORKSHOPS Knit Wits Knitting classes are held on Mondays from 9:30AM 12:00PM. Members can hone their skills and learn new ones. Francine Pearson is the instructor. Lunch Bunch Lunch Bunch is a fun way to socialize with others by dining out once a month at a variety of restaurants in the area. This month they will be dining at Creekside Tavern on Thursday, May 9, Please arrive at the Center at 10:45AM. We will depart at 11:00AM. Sign up in the Horizons Office of the Hoover Senior Center. For more information, call Betty Kuykendall at or Merry Gordon Jones at Mahjong Mahjong is a game that originated in China, commonly played by four players. This game is played with tiles rather than cards and is similar to rummy. Mahjong is played on Fridays at 11:00AM. If anyone has any interest or extra Mahjong games please call the Front Desk at Pokeno Move over Bridge--a new home party game has taken center stage. A combination of cards and Bingo, Pokeno is perfect for young and old. Pokeno is being played the 1st Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of the month from10:00am-12:30 PM. Quilting Join Sandy Harris Wednesdays at 1:00 PM. Please call Rachel Laber at for information regarding supplies needed. SONGBIRDS This group led by Inez Saia performs familiar songs at many surrounding nursing homes and assisted living facilities. See below for this month s schedule. A piano player is needed for songbirds. Contact Inez Saia at May 1 Cook Springs Bus 1:15 PM May 8 Oaks (off Hwy 150) Private auto 2:00 PM May 15 Somerby Hwy. 280 Private auto 2:00 PM May 22 Songbirds lunch 11:30 AM May 29 Mt. Royal Bus 1:15 PM Tai Chi This class will be offered Mondays at 1:00PM. If you are looking for a way to reduce your stress, consider tai chi. Originally developed for self defense, this practice has evolved into a form of exercise for stress reduction and other health conditions. This class is currently full at this time, but keep checking back frequently for class openings. Toning Balance and Strength (T.B.S) Exercise This intermediate class for various levels of ability will be led by Kathy Kamanish Thursdays at 10:30AM in the Auditorium. Watercolor Group This club meets on Thursdays at 1:00PM as a group only. (No instruction is included) Writing Group The writing group will now be led by instructor Howard Clowdus on Mondays at 12:15. Wednesday Line Dancing This class is led by Barbara Traywick and Margie Maughan. In addition to learning the dances, everyone is getting a great workout. Join in the fun at our new time on Wednesdays at 9:15AM. A $4.00 donation is requested. Thursday Line Dancing Join Barbara Traywick on Thursdays at 2:00PM for a fun filled afternoon of dancing and fellowship. A $4.00 donation is requested. REMINDERS: Please note that classes, programs and events offered at the Senior Center are subject to change without notice. Always consult with your physician prior to attending any of our physically active classes such as Exercise I and II, TBS Exercise, Line Dancing, Yoga, Tai Chi and Ballroom Dancing to specifically know your personal restrictions.

Sponsored by Baptist Health System Books to You with Catherine Heinzerling Tu

6 This Month AT THE SENIOR CENTER P.A.D. (Peripheral Artery Disease) May 6th at 12:15 PM Dr. Brent Quinney, Vascular Surgeon and wound care physician with Princeton Baptist will discuss Peripheral Artery Disease. Sponsored by Baptist Health System Books to You with Catherine Heinzerling Tuesday, May 7th at 12:15 PM "P.T. Barnum: America's Greatest Showman" The presentation will be based on the book of the same title by Philip Kunhardt, copyright The book tells the story of Phineas Taylor Barnum's life from a young man in Connecticut to his years as a purveyor of oddities and goods for his museum attractions and ultimately to his final years developing the circus traveling shows with James A. Bailey. Birthdays and Bingo Thursday, May 9th at 12:15PM Sponsored by Shelby Ridge New Member Ice Cream Social Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 1:00PM Those invited will receive a phone call from one of our Horizons Board Members. R.S.V.P. to Sponsored by Brookdale Place join us for the month of may for a... Walk Down Memory Lane Oldies But Goodies Wednesday, May 8th at 12:15PM Come and gather around the record player to listen to old live broadcasts of radio shows from the early years.please sign up at the front desk of the Hoover Senior Center. Guess Who? Display Event Wednesday, May 15th All Day! We thought it might be fun to share with one another pictures from our past. We also would like you to share a few interests or facts about yourself. These facts and pictures will be displayed in the Sunroom of the Senior Center throughout the day for you to Guess Who each person is. Please bring your pictures to the front desk so we may photo copy them and give you a sheet to write your facts. The person with the most correct guesses will win a prize! Items are to be submitted to a staff member by Monday, May 13th by 1:00PM. We would love for you to Like Hoover New Horizons on Facebook!

Trips & TOURS May 16-17, 2013 Biloxi, MS Visit WindCreek & Boomtown Casinos and overnight stay at Palace Casino Cost: $135 per person-single $105 per person-double Hosts: Ron and Jan Christman

7 Trips & TOURS May 16-17, 2013 Biloxi, MS Visit WindCreek & Boomtown Casinos and overnight stay at Palace Casino Cost: $135 per person-single $105 per person-double Hosts: Ron and Jan Christman May 22, 2013 Picnic at Hargis Lake Fried chicken and trimmings (plus something for the healthy eaters) in the picnic shelter; rocking chairs on the front porch; ducks on the lake; tour Hargis Museum and fish (if you want to). Space is limited. Cost: $12 placed in box by May 8th. Jim Langley August 15-16, 2013 Biloxi or Tunica, MS Visit three casinos with overnight stay Hosts: Ron and Jan Christman December 5-10, 2013 Colonial Williamsburg (including Jamestown, Yorktown & Berkley Plantation) Enjoy an unforgettable Christmas! Cost: $ Double $ Single Deposit: $75.00 due September 13th Hosts: Ed and Gloria Lyons September 30- October 4, 2013 Florida s First Coast (Fernandina, Jacksonville, St. Augustine) Includes tours of Kingsley plantation, Spanish Quarter, Fountain of Youth, Anheuser-Busch Brewery and more Cost: $424 per person-doube $553 per person-single Deposit Due: June 18th Final Payment Due: August 12th Hostess: Fern Davis ANNOUNCEMENTS Please remember to drive SLOWLY through our parking lot. When emergency vehicles are present at the senior center, please do not try to exit our parking lot until all emergency vehicles have left the premises. This is for your safety as well as our City's medical personnel. CLOSED on Monday, May 27th for MEMORIAL DAY WATCH for Details on our Senior Health Fair coming up June 18th from 9-12

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Tuesday, October 22, Featuring: John Archibald

Tuesday, October 22, Featuring: John Archibald HOOVER New Horizons STAFF Dana Stewart Senior Center Manager 444-7884 stewartd@ci.hoover.al.us Tracy Vinzant Event Coordinator 739-6767 vinzantt@ci.hoover.al.us Rachel Laber Class Coordinator 739-6700