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More at Mather’sJ U LY | AUGUST | SEPTEMBER 2018

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3235 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634 | (773) 205.3300

MATHER’S—MORE THAN A CAFÉ HOURSMonday–Friday: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

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Culinary Delights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Enjoy meal specials and food programs, like our demo of Sticky, Gooey Desserts.

Music & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Enjoy live concerts and events, like a performance byHugo’s Elvis!

Fun & Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Enjoy a wealth of movie screenings and karaoke!

Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Do something good for your health, like attend our free Wellness Fair.

Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Join us for a trip to see the Cubs play the Cardinals atWrigley Field!

Lifelong Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Choose from author presentations, travelogues, andmore—like a look at the Ziegfeld Follies.

Free Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Take advantage of free resources and programs—like amonthly chat with a financial advisor.

Tech-Knowledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Learn all sorts of handy technology skills, like how to use an iPad.

Hands-On Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Get artsy in a class like seasonal flower arranging.

Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Drop into a class like the popular Worth the Weight, or try some yoga!

Ongoing Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Check Out What’s Happening!

Lunch Special: Mondays in JulyFlatbread made

with seasonal and local ingredients. Cost $5

Thursday, July 19& Tuesday, August 14

Meal Special: Yay! Corn Dog Day! All-beef hot dog fried inhomemade sweet-cornbatter with a glass of freshlemonade. Cost $1.99

Tuesday, July 24 & Thursday, August 30Float Day: Delightful IceCream FloatsChoose from a variety ofcreamy, foamy delicious-ness in a glass! Cost $1.50

Lunch Special:Mondays in August

Build-Your-Own Tacos featuring seasonal andlocal ingredients. Cost $5

Monday, August 6 1:00 p.m. Try SomethingNew! The Culinary Delighters Present: Summer Infusions Our gardens are burstingwith herbs and flowers.Join Angelita as she showsyou how to use them tomake a soup stock, shrubs,honey, and more. Cost $7

Tuesday, August 28 1:00 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Sticky,Gooey Desserts Watch and taste as Ashlee makes sticky bunsand sticky toffee banana pudding. Claire will join in,showing us how to makeher mother’s baklava. Cost $7

Lunch Special:Mondays in September

Hearty salad featuring seasonal and local ingredients. Cost $5

Wednesday, September 52:00 p.m. Fun with TastyChinese Dumplings Dong Chen, Culinary ExpertIn this hands-on class, you’lllearn about the history ofChinese dumplings, theirmany forms, two methodsfor folding them, and a fewrecipes for fillings, includinga vegetarian filling. Afteryou put together yourdumplings, Dong will pre-pare them for you by boiling,steaming, or pan-fryingthem. Yum! Cost $5

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Wednesday, July 1112:30–2:30 p.m. Blues, Brews & BBQJoin us to celebrate summer by listeningto Jery Rite perform some cool blues andAmerican classic songs, while sippingon cold root beer and feasting on BBQchicken, potato salad, and an ice creamsandwich. Meal Cost $9; Suggested Entertainment Donation $5

Wednesday, July 254:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Mather’s: Jared the JugglerJared will wow you with this multifac-eted show. Watch him juggle fire andknives, ride a unicycle, perform magic,slapstick comedy, and more. We’ll dineon grilled chicken pesto, summer salad,and dessert. Meal Cost $9; SuggestedEntertainment Donation $5

Wednesday, August 812:30–2:30 p.m. Aloha! Lunch & a ShowExperience a South Pacific Island adventure with the exciting ALOHAshow featuring Hawaiian dances, theexciting drum dances of Ori Tahiti, andthe fascinating Maori dances of NewZealand. Enjoy island salad, pineapplepork roast, and Hawaiian weddingcake. Meal Cost $9; Suggested Entertainment Donation $5

Wednesday, August 224:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Mather’s: Hugo’s ElvisJoin Hugo Colin for his dynamic tributeto the King of Rock ’n’ Roll. Enjoy adelicious dinner while Hugo performs

some of Elvis’s greatest gospel and rockabilly hits. We’re serving summervegetable lasagna, salad, and a sweettreat. Meal Cost $9; Suggested Entertainment Donation $5

Wednesday, September 1212:30–2:30 p.m. Oktoberfest LuncheonMike Knauf & CompanyGet your lederhosen ready—we’re celebrating Oktoberfest! Dine on German potato soup, chicken schnitzelwith spätzle and red cabbage, andapple strudel while enjoying the DieMusikmeisters German Band and theirrousing blend of traditional Germantunes. Meal Cost $9.50; Suggested Entertainment Donation $5

Tuesday, September 181:00 p.m. Mather’s Music EnsembleSnack on free cookies and coffee while enjoying a performance by ourtalented chorus. FREE

Wednesday, September 264:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Mather’s: John Measner, Magician ExtraordinaireJohn Measner is a classically trainedmagician. He will thrill and entertainyou with everything from card-and-coin magic to illusions like Houdini’s famous Metamorphosis. Make this delicious dinner disappear: BBQ ribbasket, coleslaw, fries, and dessert.Meal Cost $9; Suggested EntertainmentDonation $5

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Hugo’s Elvis

Fridays, July 27, August 24 &September 282:00 p.m. Karaoke with Claire

Tuesday, August 2112:00 p.m. Cinema at Mather’s—More Than a Café: Made for Each OtherIvan Rivera, Cinema BuffEnjoy a matinee including a classic film, cartoons, and ofcourse, free popcorn. FREE

Tuesday, September 1812:00 p.m. Cinema at Mather’s—More Than a Cafe: This Is the Army

Wii Bowling Monday, July 9, 1:00 p.m.Wednesday, August 1, 2:30 p.m.Monday, August 27, 2:30 p.m.Thursday, September 6, 1:00 p.m.Thursday, September 20, 2:30 p.m.

FUN & GAMES

4 Mather’s—More Than a Café July | August | September 2018

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Take Charge of Your Health: A 6-Part SeriesMondays, 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Sarah Squires-Doyle, Health Educator, CJE SeniorLifeCenter for Healthy LivingThis six-week class will teach you about chronic diseasemanagement and how to live a healthier life. Interactivediscussions led by two certified leaders will cover • dealing with fatigue, pain, stress, and

emotional problems such as depression,anger, fear, and frustration

• exercise for strength and endurance

• healthy eating• medication • effective communication

with health care providers

Participants will create action plans, share experiences, and helpeach other solve problems they encounter in creating and carrying out their self-management program. Suggested Donation $30 for the 6-week series

Monday, July 910:30 a.m. Informational Session

The facilitators will provide an overviewof the upcoming classes, the topicscovered, and the management strategies to be discussed. FREE

Tuesday, July 171:00–2:00 p.m. Informational Session

(This is a repeat of the July 9 session.)

Monday, July 30 – Session 1 Monday, August 13 – Session 2 Monday, August 20 – Session 3 Monday, August 27 – Session 4 Monday, September 10 – Session 5 Monday, September 17 – Session 6

Tuesday, July 2412:30 p.m. Stroke PreventionSandy Quintell, Therapy Director, Glen Saint AndrewNearly three-quarters of allstrokes occur in people over65. Come to this informativeseminar to learn about thewarning signs and symptomsof stroke so that you can actFAST if you or someone youknow might be having astroke. FREE

Tuesday, July 311:00 p.m. Ask an Oncologist:Your Cancer Questions AnsweredDr. Carol Westbrook, MD,PhD, Medical Oncologist,Cancer ResearcherJoin Dr. Westbrook for anhonest discussion aboutcancer. She has a wealth ofpractical advice to share andwill answer questions manydoctors won’t answer andmany patients won’t ask.FREE

Thursday, August 21:00 p.m. New Findings in Brain FitnessRoscoe Nicholson, MatherLifeWays Institute on AgingRoscoe will discuss recent

neuroscience findings related to how lifestylechoices can help cognitionand even reduce risk of dementia. Bring your questions about aging, the brain, and cognition.FREE

Tuesday, September 1112:30 p.m. Nutrition TalkVanita Anand, RegisteredDietician, Glen Saint AndrewsAs you age, your body and life change, and so does what you need to stay healthy. A registered dietician will be on hand to answer your questions.FREE

Friday, September 211:00 p.m. Building Bone,Avoiding Falls & PreventingFractures Randi Kant, MS, MPH, CHES,CPT, Certified Intrinsic CoachThough bones can weaken over time, much can bedone to maximize your bone health. Discover actions you can take today to reduce your risk of fallsand fractures. Cost $5

CURIOUS? Attend one of these free information sessions to find out more:

FREE Flu Shots & Pneumonia VaccinesThursday, September 27, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Sponsored by Jewel-OscoGet your free flu shot early in the season—and protect

yourself against pneumonia with a vaccine! if you have a Medicare Part B card, please bring it with you. call Mather’s—More Than a café at (888) 600.2560

to schedule your appointment.



TRIPS

Mather’s—More Than a Café Wellness Fair12:30–3:30 p.m.Wednesday, September 19Stop in our Wellness Fair forresources and information to support your physical, emotional, and financial health.Enter a raffle for some healthand wellness prizes! FREE

• Learn about free amplifiedphone and CapTel devicesfor those with hearing loss.The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities will discuss who is qualified.

• Get a free bone densityscreening from CJE Senior-Life. Screenings are donethrough heel ultrasounds.

• Have your blood pressurechecked by our visiting nurse.

• Find resources available forthose with low vision.

• Get insurance and health information from Oak Street Health.

• Discover all the servicesavailable at First CommunityMedical Center.

• Learn what Jewel-Osco pharmacy has to offer, including our upcoming flu shots!

The Cher ShowOriental Theatre, ChicagoExperience the Broadway-bound musicalabout the life and career of Cherilyn Sarkisian La Piere Bono Altman, or as herfriends call her, Cher! Reminiscent of theSonny & Cher Show, this live performancewill feature all of her chart-topping hits.DATE: Wednesday, July 11, 11:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 7134 W. Higgins AvenueCost: $75Please pay and register by Saturday, June 30. Cost includes admission andtransportation. Limit 25.

Halim Glass & Time Museum/ The MatherEvanston, ILEvanston’s new museum boasts one of the finest collections of its kind. Admire the artistry and craftsmanship of over 1,000 timepieces and more than30 stained glass masterpieces fromTiffany to Tillinghast. After a guided tour,we’ll travel to The Mather for a gourmetlunch and a tour of Mather LifeWaysaward-winning senior living community.DATE: Thursday, August 9, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Departure Location: Mather’s – 3235 N. Central AvenueCost: $45Please pay and register by Friday, July 27.Cost includes transportation, lunch, andadmission. Limit 12.

Cubs vs. St. Louis CardinalsWrigley Field, ChicagoJoin us for a fun day at the ball game and cheer on the Cubbies as they take ontheir arch-rivals. We’ll take you to WrigleyField and back on a coach bus—your lunch,peanuts, and Cracker Jack is up to you! DATE: Friday, September 28,11:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 7134 W. Higgins AvenueCost: $90Please pay and register by Friday, September 7. Cost includes game ticket and transportation only. Limit 35.

AMERICAN CLASSIC TOuRS July 31–August 2 (3 Days) Sail from Wisconsin to Michigan!Lake Michigan Summer Harvest

October 4–11 (8 Days) See Autumn’s Majesty!Autumn in the Adirondacks

November 15–19 (5 Days) Visit America’s Music Showcase!Branson Holiday Shows

January 22–February 3, 2019(13 Days) Caribbean Cruise with Holland AmericaVisit exciting ports-of-call!

For detailed tour itineraries or to makea reservation, please call American Classic Tours Inc. at (800) 666.0358 or (847) 548.3333.

Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals


Thursday, July 121:00 p.m. A Gift of Life:Who’s Writing Your Story?Ken Bredemeier, WriterOnly you can tell the storiesof love, loss, forgiveness, andchange in your life. Don’tleave the task of finding thetruth about your life’s historyto someone else; take thetime to write your own story.We’ll show you how to goabout it and different waysyou can share it with yourchildren and grandchildren.FREE

Thursday, July 191:00 p.m. Try Something New!When Chicago Was WildBen Hollis, Host/Co-Creator,Wild Chicago on WTTWBen tells stories and showsclips from the revolutionaryTV show Wild Chicago, whichhe co-created and hosted inthe late ’80s and early ’90s.You’ll see a vision of the cityvery different from what it istoday. Suggested Donation $5

Monday, July 301:00 p.m. Get Your Kicks on Route 66John Boda, PresenterJoin us on a visual and musical journey along thisfamous cross-country roadfrom Chicago to Santa Monica, California. John will show us historic picturesfrom various locations andwill perform a song for eachof the eight states alongAmerica’s favorite route.Suggested Donation $5

Tuesday, August 71:00 p.m. Death CaféSheryl Barajas, FacilitatorFor most of us, death is ataboo subject. Join us for a thoughtful discussionabout the end of life andshare your experiences,thoughts, and fears aboutdeath in a relaxed settingover a cup of coffee or tea.FREE

LIFELONG LEARNING

All about Pets: A 6-Part SeriesFridays, 1:00 p.m.Claire Lenell, Assistant Café ManagerExplore various kinds of pets in this series. Learn about different breeds andtypes, care tips, and why pets make suchgreat additions to your home—no matterwhich animal(s) you choose! FREE

July 13All about Pets: DogsJuly 20All about Pets: CatsAugust 3All about Pets: Rodents

August 10All about Pets: BirdsSeptember 7All about Pets: ReptilesSeptember 14All about Pets: unusual Pets

THE GREAT COURSESMusic as a Mirror of HistoryWednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

Rich Lang, Facilitator In this DVD series, we’ll explore how important musicalworks have responded to specific moments in history.Music lovers and history enthusiasts alike will be enthralled. Suggested Donation $1 per session

July 11: Verdi: Nabucco (1842)

July 25: Wagner: The Ring (1876)

August 1: Dvořák: From the New World Symphony (1893)

August 8: Balakirev: Symphony No. 1 (1898)

August 15: Janacek: Piano Sonata I.X.1905 (1906)

August 22: Rimsky-Korsakov: The Golden Cockerel (1907)

August 29: Holst: Ode to Death (1919)

September 5: Berg: Wozzeck (1922)

September 12: Shostakovich: Symphony No. 13 (1962)

September 26: Copland: Symphony No. 3 (1946)



Monday, August 1312:30 p.m. The Beatles in ChicagoRobert Rodriguez, Author

AuTH OR PRESENTATION

The author of five booksabout the Beatles, Roberttalks about the Fab Four’smany Chicago connections.Chicago was home to theirfirst US record label, and DJ Dick Biondi was the firstto play their recordings in the US. Suggested Donation $5

Thursday, August 1612:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe Driving Course, Part 1Certified AARP Driver Safety Volunteer

Even the mostexperienced

drivers can benefit frombrushing up on their skills.You’ll learn current rules ofthe road, defensive drivingtechniques, and ways to operate your vehicle moresafely in today’s increasinglychallenging driving environ-ment. Complete the fulleight-hour course and receivea certificate that can be presented to your insuranceagent for a possible reductionin your auto insurance premiums. Cost $15 forAARP members; $20 for nonmembers. Make checkspayable to AARP.

Friday, August 1712:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe Driving Course, Part 2

Monday, August 201:00 p.m. Try Something New!Find Serenity through Xi GongDong Chen, InstructorXi gong is an ancient Chineseapproach to achieving betterphysical, mental, and spiri-tual health. It employs tech-niques for coordinated bodymovements, breathing, andmeditation. Dong will leadyou through some simpleexercises and explain how it works. Suggested Donation $3

Thursday, August 231:00–2:00 p.m. MamieDoud Eisenhower: TheHostess in ChiefEllie Carlson, PresenterEllie brings to life one ofAmerica’s most belovedFirst Ladies. Visit withMamie as she tells abouther life in Panama and thePhilippines between theWorld Wars and about herloving relationship with Ike,which weathered horrible

rumors and long separations.Suggested Donation $5

Friday, August 2412:00–3:00 p.m. Save a Life—Learn CPR! Claire Lenell, Assistant CaféManager & Certified CPR InstructorLearn techniques that canhelp save a life in the eventof an emergency. You willalso receive training on theAED (automated externaldefibrillator) and on choking.Upon completion, you willreceive your Adult CPR/AEDcertification. All materialsare included. Cost $20

Thursday, August 301:00 p.m. Introduction toMexican DancingKaleena Valdez, Dance InstructorKaleena will introduce youto beautiful styles of dancethat are popular in differentregions of Mexico, includingthe Mexican polka, waltz,

schottisch, and redowa.She’ll demonstrate thedances and show video performances. Then, withher guidance, you can try some simple steps. Suggested Donation $3

Friday, August 312:00–3:00 p.m. The Current State of theNews Media & PoliticsJulie Strauss, PhDJoin Julie as she discusseshow people consume theirnews and how the internethas affected traditionalnews sources. She will alsoexplore the impact thesechanges have had on ourbody politic and the role the press plays in ourdemocracy. Suggested Donation $3

The Beatles in Chicago

Introduction to Mexican Dancing


LIFELONG LEARNING Continued from page 7

Tuesday, September 41:00 p.m. Voices from the GravePaula Fenza, Cemetery EnthusiastPaula is an expert on cemeteries around theworld, and for this programshe has put together a compilation of some uniquetombstone inscriptions.Each has a story to tell about an individual. Suggested Donation $3

Monday, September 101:00–2:30 p.m. Ziegfeld FolliesJohn Boda, PresenterFlorenz Ziegfeld managedand produced incrediblemusical revues from 1907 to 1931. The productionsshowcased thousands ofbeautiful women and manycomedians who went on to stardom, such as W. C.Fields, Eddie Cantor, andWill Rogers. We’ll see theFollies through rare photosand John will perform somesongs made famous in the shows. Suggested Donation $5

Thursday, September 131:30 p.m. Try Something New!Introduction to YodelingPaul Tyler, Old Town Schoolof Folk MusicYodeling is used in many different styles of music, including country & western,African chants, and Scandi-navian and Romanian folksongs. Paul will demonstratethe yodeling technique andplay clips of examples fromaround the world. SuggestedDonation $5

Monday, September 171:00–2:00 p.m. Behind the Scenes: The Real in Paranormal Reality TelevisionAmelia Cotter, Author & StorytellerJoin Amelia, a cast memberon The R.I.P. Files, for a behind-the-scenes look atthe making of a paranormalreality TV show. Amelia willshare some of her favoriteclips from The R.I.P. Filesalong with some paranormalexperiences from filmingthe show. Suggested Donation $5

Thursday, September 201:00 p.m. All about PaperMoney: uS, Confederate & WorldwideCharles Berg, Stamp KingLearn about the history ofpaper money as currencyand the practice of collectingbanknotes. Charles will bringseveral historic examples,including US banknotes,nineteenth-century largenotes, Civil War notes, WWIInotes from Hawaii, privatebank issues, and even Confederate States of America banknotes. FREE

Tuesday, September 2512:30 p.m. Beer & YourHealth: Fact or Fiction?Dr. Carol Westbrook, MD, PhDCome hear “the Beer Doctor”chat about her life experi-ences reflected in beer. Dr. Westbrook’s presentationis part autobiographical, partmedical, part travelogue,and part cookbook, with the occasional beer reviewthrown in—but mostly, it is an entertaining journeythrough the world of craftbeer. Enjoy some free sam-ples! Suggested Donation $3

All about Paper Money: uS, Confederate & Worldwide

Voices from the Grave

Beer & Your Health: Fact or Fiction?



FREE RESOURCES

Mondays, July 16, August 20 & September 1710:00–11:00 a.m. Coffee ClubFinancial Advisors, Edward JonesLet’s get to know each other as we discuss current events,the economy, and investing in a relaxed setting. Bring yourfamily and friends—the coffee is on us!

Monday, July 161:00 p.m. Balance Testing & Fall Risk InformationMike Mitarotondo, Therapy Director, GlenCrest Healthcare & Rehabilitation CenterParticipate in interactive, movement-based games that canidentify your risk of falling. Take an easy test that measuresyour balance, gait, and functional abilities.

Monday, July 231:00 p.m. How to Draft a Power of Attorney & Living Will,Part 1Center for Disability & Elder LawIf you’re not sure what a power of attorney or living will can do for you, this presentation explains it all in easy-to-understand language. After the presentation, sign up for afree, 45-minute session on August 14 with a pro bono lawyer.

Wednesday, July 2512:30 p.m. Financial Literacy SeminarFloriana Battista, Branch Manager, Liberty Bank for SavingsLearn about budgeting, banks, and the golden rules of personalfinances from the experts. Questions are encouraged.

Tuesday, August 141:00 p.m. How to Draft a Power of Attorney & Living Will,Part 2

Wednesday, August 152:30–3:30 p.m. Volunteer at Mather’s—More Than a CaféClaire Lenell, Assistant Café Manager & Volunteer CoordinatorInterested in volunteering? Come learn about great opportu-nities Mather’s—More Than a Café has to offer!

Wednesday, August 292:00 p.m. Mather Connections Volunteer MeetingCalling all current volunteers! Let’s meet at Mather’s inPortage Park to learn what’s new.

Monday, September 241:00–2:30 p.m. Medicare 101David Wyllie, Medicare Solutions NetworkJoin us for this educational seminar to get you up to speedon what Medicare covers, what it doesn’t, and your potentialout-of-pocket exposure. We’ll discuss Supplements, AdvantagePlans, Part D Prescription Coverage, and cost-saving strategies.

Medicare 101

CDEL Senior Legal Assistance ClinicThe Center for Disability & Elder Law (CDEL) providesfree legal services to low-income seniors and peoplewith disabilities throughout Cook County. Each monthMather’s—More Than a Cafe in Portage Park hosts a Senior Legal Assistance Clinic, allowing prospectiveclients the opportunity to meet with a CDEL represen-tative close to home. CDEL’s primary areas of practiceinclude real property, landlord/tenant, power of attorneydocuments, simple wills, elder financial abuse, collectionsdefense, and simple divorces. The Clinic operates by appointment only and those interested must call CDEL at(312) 600.6407 to complete a brief eligibility screening.


TECH-KNOWLEDGE

All classes $10. Open Tech Table is free. Classes are taughtby Café Manager and tech enthusiast Jeff Rose.

Thursday, July 510:00 a.m. Amazon.com BasicsLearn more aboutAmazon.com, today’s modern-day departmentstore. Discover some of the services they offer.

Thursday, July 1210:00 a.m. The TechnologyDictionaryThe cloud. Hashtag. Giga-byte. This class provides abreakdown of today’s mostcommonly used tech terms.

Thursday, August 210:00 a.m. Intro to AndroidPhones, Part 1Learn about your Androidphone, from basic featuresto connecting to Wi-Fi andwhere to find settings. Cost$15 for series; $10 per class

Thursday, August 910:00 a.m. Intro to AndroidPhones, Part 2This class will build on theskills learned during Part 1as we explore tips to makeyour phone more usable foryou. Cost $15 for series; $10 per class

Thursday, August 2310:00 a.m. iPad Basics, Part 1Learn about your iPad, fromwhere to find your settingsto basic features and con-necting to Wi-Fi. Cost $15for series; $10 per class

Thursday, August 3010:00 a.m. iPad Basics, Part 2This class will build on theskills learned during Part 1as we explore tips to makeyour tablet more usable foryou. Cost $15 for series; $10per class

Thursday, September 1310:00 a.m. uber & LyftLearn about what ridesharingis and how to take advantageof it. Smartphone required.

Thursday, September 2710:00 a.m. Computer BasicsWe’ll cover turning on andstarting your computer, as well as accessing the internet, word processing,games, and ways to performsome basic tasks.

HANDS-ON ART

Mondays, July 9, August 6& September 1011:00 a.m. Drawing forEveryone Val Zucker-McCune, Owner,Smart Art StudiosAnyone can learn to draw by understanding certainbasic elements such as proportion, composition,value, and perspective. Individual attention will be given for every skill level.Bring a photo of a familymember, pet, or landscape—and learn how to draw it.We’ll have a lot of fun! Suggested Donation $12

Tuesday, July 1011:00 a.m. Flower Arranging:Bastille Day Robert Neri, Robert’s Floral Design StudioCreate beauty while you relieve stress by practicingthe fine art of flower arranging. Payment isrequired in advance. All supplies included. Suggested Donation $15

Mondays, July 16; August 20; and September 171:00 p.m. Try Something New!Card-Making with CaroleCarole Hays, Hand-Made CardsYou’ll walk away with twoor three completed cards.Different styles will be available, and the fee includes all materials.Suggested Donation $10

Mondays, July 23; August 20; and September 2411:00 a.m. Paint with ValVal Zucker-McCune, Owner,Smart Art StudiosVal is a local artist who will teach you how to mixcolors and how to choosethe brush that will workbest with your project. You’ll take home a finishedpiece of art! All supplies included. Suggested Donation $15

Thursday, August 92:30 p.m. TransformClothespins into a TrivetVivian Visser, Local ArtistTry your hand at a uniqueand useful craft, with guidance and materialsfrom Vivian. Take home your one-of-a-kind trivet! All supplies included. Suggested Donation $10

Tuesday, August 1411:00 a.m. Flower Arranging:A Floral Symphony

Thursday, September 62:30 p.m. Create PaperFlowers Vivian Visser, Local ArtistWe’ll craft three gorgeousflower types you can takehome, including roses anddahlias with a choice of colors. All supplies included.Suggested Donation $10

Tuesday, September 1111:00 a.m. Flower Arranging:Patriot’s Day

Open Tech Table Thursdays, July 5 & 12; August 2, 9, 23 & 30;

September 6, 13 & 27, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Get answers to all your

tech questions in a one-on-one session.

First-come, first-served.BYOD—Bring Your Own Device! FREE

TechQuestionsAnswered!


FITNESS


ALL CLASSES ARE 45 MINuTES OR 1 HOuR LONG

Thank you for being a part of Mather’s—More Than a Café

Mather’s—More Than a Café customers tell us they love thesense of community, well-being,and exploration they experienceat our locations. The Cafés are a part of Mather LifeWays—a unique, non-denominationalnot-for-profit organizationfounded more than 75 years ago and dedicated to developingand implementing Ways to Age Well.SM

We are looking to the kindness and caring of people like you to help us continue to provideour quality (and fun!) lessons,lectures, and entertainment.Please join our family of donorswith a gift of $25, $50, $100, orany amount that is right for you.You’ll see your generosity atwork every time you walkthrough our door.

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Mather Possibilities1603 Orrington AvenueSuite 1800Evanston, IL 60201

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Our Fitness Center is FREE.Sign up for a free orientation. See page 12 for details.

MONDAY9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit This total body workout is made forthose who want a little challenge. Get energized with some vigorous cardio moves, build muscle strength,and tone up. A great way to stay healthyand exercise to music! Cost $3

TUESDAY10:00 a.m. Try Something New! Chair YogaSit down and do yoga! Build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and breathe more deeply. Cost $3

11:00 a.m. YogaYoga is wonderful for muscle tone,strength, and flexibility. Through breath-ing exercises, special poses, relaxation,and meditation, feel incredibly calm andserene. Please wear loose, comfortableclothing. Bring a towel or mat. We recommend not eating one hour before class. Cost $5

WEDNESDAY9:30 a.m. Worth the Weight Try concentrated sessions for improvingcardiovascular fitness, balance, and flexibility—increasing overall strengthwhile having fun. Cost $3

10:30 a.m. Tai Chi Tai chi is non-impact and will move you slowly and gently while promotingstrength, stamina, and flexibility. Cost $5

THURSDAY8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga See Tuesday.

9:45 a.m. Brains & BalanceExperience an exercise class that worksyour body and your mind. We’ll work onimproving balance and reducing the riskof falling, plus a variety of activities toincrease brain health and memory. Cost $5

11:00 a.m. Fitness PlusThis well-rounded class incorporatesrange of motion exercises, low-impactaerobics, resistance training, and balanceand flexibility movements. Routines include seated and standing exercises.Suggested Donation $3

FRIDAY9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit See Monday.

10:30 a.m. Total Body Fit LiteThis is a total body workout designed for everyone, with seated and standingexercises. Start with some light cardiomoves, then work your muscles, at yourpace, to strengthen and tone. Cost $3

FREE FITNESS CLASS!Ask our receptionist for an

Exercise Enthusiast Card—it allows you to earn a free fitness class of your choice after you attend 20.


MONDAY11:00 a.m. Chair MassagePamper yourself with a relaxing 20-minute massage. Takes place 2nd &4th Monday of each month. Cost $18

1:00 p.m. Rummikub®Try this game that combines elements of rummy, dominoes, mah-jongg, andchess. FREE

2:00 p.m. Women’s Discussion GroupCalling all women! Join us to discuss avariety of topics significant to women,from health to politics, and from personal to global. FREE

TUESDAY9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)Meet with a trained counselor to get questions answered, completeMedicare forms, settle current claims,and apply for Benefits Access. Appointment required. FREE

9:00 a.m. Bowling GroupBowl with us at Brunswick Zone, 7333 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles. Free shoe rental. Cost $8 for threegames, payable at the lanes

12:30 p.m. PinochleLearn or play the game. FREE

2:30 p.m. Mather’s Music EnsembleSinging with others fills the soul. Come fill yours with song each week.Concerts/performances are scheduledthroughout the year. FREE

WEDNESDAY11:00 a.m. Fitness Center OrientationRequired for anyone who wants to use the fitness center. Takes place 1stWednesday of each month. FREE

1:00 p.m. Social WorkerBenita Lackajs, LCSW, will be availablefor individual sessions. Appointment required. FREE

1:00 p.m. Crochet/Knitting ClassLearn basic to advanced crochet andknitting techniques with Connie Schulz.No experience necessary. Donations ofyarn are always welcome. SuggestedDonation $2 per class

THURSDAY10:45 a.m. Scrabble Join fellow word-lovers in this classicboard game. FREE

11:00 a.m. RTA PassesApply for or renew your reduced fare cards, subject to pre-approval.(Mather’s—More Than a Café providesprocessing only.) Takes place 1st & 4thThursday of each month. FREE

1:00 p.m. Tea Time Rich Lang, Discussion Facilitator Join Rich and friends for stimulatingconversation. A local historian andpopular presenter at the Café, Richleads a welcoming, nonjudgmentalchat on life, personal exploration, andmore. Takes place 2nd & 4th Thursdayof each month. All are welcome! FREE

1:00 p.m. Red Hat SocietyTakes place 2nd Thursday of each month.

FRIDAY11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening FREE

12:00–4:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” IvanIvan Rivera, our favorite DJ, will spinyour favorite songs. All requests welcome. FREE

1:30–3:00 p.m. Café con OvieJoin Señor Ovie for a cup of café tolearn more about the programming atMather’s—More Than a Café or brushup on your Español. Takes place 3rd Friday of each month. FREE

MAGAZINE RELEASE DAY!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7Join us on September 7 to see thenEXT More at Mather’s magazine.Register for an event in October,

november, or December, and get FREE ice cream!

Note: you must register on-site and pay in full on September 7 to

receive incentive. One item per customer.

Fitness Center Orientation

ONGOING EVENTS



Wednesday, July 4CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Independence Day!

Thursday, July 510:00 a.m. Amazon.com Basics . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, July 910:30 a.m. Take Charge of Your Health:A 6-Part Series, Informational Session. . 411:00 a.m. Drawing for Everyone. . . . . 10 11:00 a.m. Chair Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Tuesday, July 1011:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: Bastille Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Wednesday, July 11TRIP: The Cher Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 511:00 a.m. Fitness Center Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1212:30–2:30 p.m. Blues, Brews & BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31:00 p.m. Great Courses: Verdi:Nabucco (1842) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Thursday, July 1210:00 a.m. The Technology Dictionary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:00 p.m. Red Hat Society. . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. A Gift of Life: Who’s Writing Your Story? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Friday, July 131:00 p.m. All about Pets: Dogs. . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, July 1610:00–11:00 a.m. Coffee Club. . . . . . . . . 9

1:00 p.m. Balance Testing & Fall Risk Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole. . . 10

Tuesday, July 171:00 p.m. Take Charge of Your Health:A 6-Part Series, Informational Session. . 4

Wednesday, July 18CAFÉ CLOSED – All-Employee Meeting

Thursday, July 19Meal Special: Yay! Corn Dog Day!. . . . . . 2 1:00 p.m. When Chicago Was Wild . . . . 6

Friday, July 201:00 p.m. All about Pets: Cats . . . . . . . . . 61:30–3:00 p.m. Café con Ovie . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, July 2311:00 a.m. Chair Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m. Paint with Val . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:00 p.m. How to Draft a Power of Attorney & Living Will, Part 1 . . . . . . . . . 9

Tuesday, July 24Float Day: Delightful Ice Cream Floats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212:30 p.m. Stroke Prevention. . . . . . . . . . 4

Wednesday, July 251:00 p.m. Great Courses: Wagner: The Ring (1876) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612:30 p.m. Financial Literacy Seminar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Mather’s: Jared the Juggler . . . . . . . . . 3

Thursday, July 2611:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, July 272:00 p.m. Karaoke with Claire . . . . . . . . . 3

JULY

July | August | September At-a-Glance

WEEKLY EVENTSMonday9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit. . . . . . . . 111:00 p.m. Rummikub . . . . . . . . . 122:00 p.m. Women’s DiscussionGroup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Tuesday9:00 a.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . .129:00 a.m. Bowling Group . . . . . .1210:00 a.m. Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . 1111:00 a.m. Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1112:30 p.m. Pinochle . . . . . . . . . . . 122:30 p.m. Mather’s MusicEnsemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday9:30 a.m. Worth the Weight . . . 1110:30 a.m. Tai Chi . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111:00 p.m. Social Worker . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Crochet/Knitting Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Thursday8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . 119:45 a.m. Brains & Balance . . . . 1110:45 a.m. Scrabble . . . . . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m. Fitness Plus . . . . . . . . . 11

Friday9:30 a.m. Total Body Fit . . . . . . . 1110:30 a.m. Total Body Fit Lite . . 1111:00 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1212:00 p.m. Dancing Fridays with “Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12


Monday, July 3010:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Take Charge ofYour Health, Session 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41:00 p.m. Get Your Kicks on Route 66 . . . 6

Tuesday, July 311:00 p.m. Ask an Oncologist: Your Cancer Questions Answered . . . . . 4

Wednesday, August 111:00 a.m. Fitness Center Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Great Courses: Dvořák:From the New World Symphony(1893). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62:30 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Thursday, August 210:00 a.m. Intro to Android Phones, Part 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. New Findings in Brain Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Friday, August 31:00 p.m. All about Pets: Rodents. . . . . . 6

Monday, August 61:00 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Summer Infusions . . . . . . . . . . . 211:00 a.m. Drawing for Everyone. . . . . 10

Tuesday, August 71:00 p.m. Death Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Wednesday, August 812:30–2:30 p.m. Aloha! Lunch & a Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31:00 p.m. Great Courses: Balakirev: Symphony No. 1 (1898) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Thursday, August 9TRIP: Halim Glass & Time Museum/ The Mather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 510:00 a.m. Intro to Android Phones, Part 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Red Hat Society. . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2:30 p.m. Transform Clothespins into a Trivet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Friday, August 101:00 p.m. All about Pets: Birds. . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, August 1310:30 a.m. Take Charge of Your Health,Session 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411:00 a.m. Chair Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 1212:30 p.m. The Beatles in Chicago . . . . . 7

Tuesday, August 14Meal Special: Yay! Corn Dog Day!. . . . . . 2 11:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: A Floral Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:00 p.m. How to Draft a Power of Attorney & Living Will, Part 2 . . . . . . . . . 9

Wednesday, August 151:00 p.m. Great Courses: Janacek: Piano Sonata I.X.1905 (1906). . . . . . . . . . 62:30–3:30 p.m. Volunteer at Mather’s—More Than a Café. . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, August 1612:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe DrivingCourse, Part 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Friday, August 1712:00–4:00 p.m. AARP Safe DrivingCourse, Part 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71:30–3:00 p.m. Café con Ovie . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, August 2010:00–11:00 a.m. Coffee Club. . . . . . . . . 910:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Take Charge of Your Health, Session 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411:00 a.m. Paint with Val . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:00 p.m. Find Serenity through Xi Gong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole. . . 10

Tuesday, August 2112:00 p.m. Cinema at Mather’s—MoreThan a Café: Made for Each Other . . . . . 3

Wednesday, August 221:00 p.m. Great Courses: Rimsky-Korsakov: The Golden Cockerel (1907). . 64:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Mather’s: Hugo’s Elvis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Thursday, August 2310:00 a.m. iPad Basics, Part 1 . . . . . . . . 10

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00–2:00 p.m. Mamie Doud Eisenhower: The Hostess in Chief . . . . . 7

Friday, August 2412:00–3:00 p.m. Save a Life—Learn CPR! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72:00 p.m. Karaoke with Claire . . . . . . . . . 3

Monday, August 2710:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Take Charge of Your Health, Session 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411:00 a.m. Chair Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 122:30 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Tuesday, August 281:00 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Sticky, Gooey Desserts . . . . . . . 2

Wednesday, August 291:00 p.m. Great Courses: Holst: Ode to Death (1919) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62:00 p.m. Mather Connections Volunteer Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday, August 30Float Day: Delightful Ice Cream Floats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210:00 a.m. iPad Basics, Part 2 . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:00 p.m. Introduction to Mexican Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Friday, August 312:00–3:00 p.m. The Current State of the News Media & Politics . . . . . . . . . 7

Monday, September 3CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Labor Day!

Tuesday, September 41:00 p.m. Voices from the Grave. . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, September 511:00 a.m. Fitness Center Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Great Courses: Berg: Wozzeck (1922) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER



2:00 p.m. Fun with Tasty ChineseDumplings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Thursday, September 611:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32:30 p.m. Create Paper Flowers . . . . . . 10

Friday, September 7Magazine Release Day! 1:00 p.m. All about Pets: Reptiles. . . . . . 6

Monday, September 1010:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Take Charge of Your Health, Session 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411:00 a.m. Drawing for Everyone. . . . . 1011:00 a.m. Chair Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00–2:30 p.m. Ziegfeld Follies . . . . . . . . 8

Tuesday, September 1111:00 a.m. Flower Arranging: Patriot’s Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1012:30 p.m. Nutrition Talk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Wednesday, September 1212:30–2:30 p.m. Oktoberfest Luncheon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31:00 p.m. Great Courses: Shostakovich:Symphony No. 13 (1962). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Thursday, September 1310:00 a.m. Uber & Lyft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:30 p.m. Introduction to Yodeling . . . . 81:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Red Hat Society. . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, September 141:00 p.m. All about Pets: Unusual Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, September 1710:00–11:00 a.m. Coffee Club. . . . . . . . . 910:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Take Charge of Your Health, Session 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41:00 p.m. Card-Making with Carole. . . 101:00–2:00 p.m. Behind the Scenes: The Real in Paranormal Reality Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Tuesday, September 1812:00 p.m. Cinema at Mather’s—More Than a Cafe: This Is the Army . . . . 31:00 p.m. Mather’s Music Ensemble . . . 3

Wednesday, September 1912:30–3:30 p.m. Mather’s—More Than a Café Wellness Fair . . . . . . . 5

Thursday, September 201:00 p.m. All about Paper Money: US, Confederate & Worldwide . . . . . . . . 82:30 p.m. Wii Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Friday, September 211:00 p.m. Building Bone, Avoiding Falls & Preventing Fractures. . . . . . . . . . . 42:00–3:00 p.m. Café con Ovie . . . . . . . . 12

Monday, September 2411:00 a.m. Paint with Val . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m. Chair Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00–2:30 p.m. Medicare 101 . . . . . . . . . 9

Tuesday, September 2512:30 p.m. Beer & Your Health: Fact or Fiction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, September 261:00 p.m. Great Courses: Copland: Symphony No. 3 (1946) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Mather’s: John Measner, Magician Extraordinaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Thursday, September 279:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Free Flu Shots & Pneumonia Vaccines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410:00 a.m. Computer Basics . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open Tech Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1011:00 a.m. RTA Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Tea Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Friday, September 28TRIP: Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals . . . . . . 52:00 p.m. Karaoke with Claire . . . . . . . . . 3

Mather’s Chicagoland Locations7134 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago, IL3235 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL33 E. 83rd Street, Chicago, ILFor information, please call (888) 600.2560.

Mather LifeWays opened Mather’s—More Than a Café in2000. Mather LifeWays enhances the lives of older adults by creating Ways to Age Well.SM

important information

TRIP DEPOSITS: Full trip payment is due at time of regis-tration to reserve your place. If you cancel your reservationand we are able to sell your ticket, we can refund yourmoney in full or you can apply your payment towards another event in 2018. No refunds will be issued unlessyour reservation can be replaced.

WAIVERS: Participants registering for any programs involving physical activity and trips/tours must sign the Waiver of Liability available at the Café prior to participation.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION: When registering for anevent, please notify the Café of any special accommoda-tions needed.

DisclaimersGENERAL DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed by presenters are their own and do not reflect the views ofMather LifeWays or any of the sponsoring organizations.

PHOTOGRAPHY DISCLAIMER: Mather’s uses pictures ofevents and participants to inform others about these opportunities. Some pictures may be used on our Facebookpage. If you do not want your picture taken, please tellour photographer.

HEALTHY LIVING DISCLAIMERMather’s—More Than a Café implemented a members-only process for all its fitness programs in order to complywith City of Chicago licensing rules. Mather’s fitness pro-grams will be available only to Mather’s members. Thereis no charge for this membership, no paperwork for youto complete, and no ID card or badge. The next time youcheck in with the Café receptionist, simply confirm yourfitness membership. If you are a new visitor, please signup for this free membership at the front desk. At any timeif you do not wish to be enrolled, please contact the CaféManager or receptionist.

LESSONS & LECTURES DISCLAIMERIn order to comply with City of Chicago licensing rules,lessons and lectures other than computer classes and fitness programs will have a suggested donation. We hopeyou will make the suggested voluntary donations so wemay continue to bring high-quality programs to Mather’s.Any donations are purely voluntary and can even be deducted from your income taxes!

ENTERTAINMENT DISCLAIMEREntertainment is available to all customers regardless of meal purchase. We hope you will make the suggesteddonation so we may continue to bring high-quality programs to Mather’s. Any donations are purely voluntaryand can even be deducted from your income taxes!Mather’s—More Than a Café does reserve the right to reserve seating for those customers purchasing meals.

Mather Lifeways is committed to helping the Earth Age well. Please recycle.

For general questions or input, contact Café manager Jeff Rose

at (773) 205.3307 or [email protected].

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TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH: A 6-PART SERIES

Learn to Live Well with a Chronic Illness

Mondays, July 30, August 13–27, and September 10 & 17,10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

MONDAY, JuLY 9at 10:30 a.m. or

TuESDAY, JuLY 17at 1:00 p.m.

The facilitators will provide an overview of the upcoming

classes, the topics covered,and the management

strategies to be discussed.

Sarah Squires-Doyle, Health Educator, CJE SeniorLife Center for Healthy Living

Let’s explore chronic disease management and how to live a healthier life. Designed by Stanford Universityfor those living with diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, COPD, and otherchronic conditions, this evidence-based series is basedon interactive discussions led by two certified leaders.

You’ll also create an action plan, share experiences, and help each other solve problems you encounter in creating and carrying out your self-management program. The sessions will cover

• dealing with fatigue, pain, stress, and emotional problems such as depression, anger, fear, and frustration

• exercise for strength and endurance

• healthy eating

• medication

• effective communication with health care providers

Suggested Donation $30 for the 6-week series

CURIOUS? Attend one of these free information sessions to find out more:

more at mather’s...chinese dumplings dong chen, culinary expert in this hands-on class, you’ll...

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