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NCCCR Calendar & Announcements
Upcoming Schedule of Events
September 25-October 1, 2011 |
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Dear NCCCR members,
It was exciting for us to have everyone back together at the Reuter Center for a successful opening week of classes. Our members who volunteered to man the desk and those who walked the lobbies with "Ask Me" signs helped new and seasoned members to feel welcome. Remember to continue to look for members whose name tags sport a wise owl; make a special effort to greet them and make sure that they feel part of our community. Also, please help us and your fellow members by officially dropping classes that you do not plan to attend. See Ann Cadle in the Reuter Center main office for help.
Make plans to join us this Saturday, October 1, for our Healthy Living Day. Members of the Health and Wellness Committee, under the leadership of Sally Mundt, have been working for months to make the day a reality and more important to promote awareness of the importance of health and wellness for our members. We are excited to have the opportunity to hear from our member and College for Seniors instructor, Carl Eisdorfer, addressing predictors of successful aging. The day also offers many opportunities to gather information and inspiration for healthy living and active aging; the Park Ridge Hospitals Wellness on Wheels van will be available beginning at 8:30 am for health screenings and there will be various lectures and demonstrations throughout the day.
Thanks so much to all of our members who volunteer and participate in the effort to craft a creative retirement.
Catherine Frank
Executive Director
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TODAY
Sunday ,
Sept. 25,
2:30 pm
at the Reuter Center
Shangri-La
Scenes from the new play Shangri-la will be performed, followed by a talk with the actors, director and playwright who will welcome your questions and comments. Written by Lucia Del Vecchio for Asheville's Magnetic Field, Shangri-la is a mature comedy, featuring six characters who range in age from their 60s to their 80s. Set in a retirement trailer park in Florida, the play shows how all concerned deal with nosy neighbors in the park, gossip, internet dating, shuffleboard tournaments and one giant mixer and dance that just might bring them all together - if everyone can survive the planning of the event. This event is free and open to the public.
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Become a Reuter Center Singer!
No auditions!!
Come join us any Monday evening to discover how wonderful it is to sing under our talented and entertaining director Chuck Taft.
Rehearsals are Mondays, 6:15-8:15 p.m. in the Manheimer Room of the Reuter Center.
We study and perform a wide variety of classical, popular and show tunes. This fall we will be performing John Rutter's Requiem with the UNCA student chorus, as well as presenting holiday concerts at the Biltmore House, the Reuter Center and other venues.
For more information, call either: Linda 254-4108 or Janice 254-8409
Fees: $30 for those registered for CFS courses during Fall 2011 ($40 for others) payable to the Reuter Center Singers.
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The Western North Carolina Historical Association, NCCCR and the Zebulon Baird Vance Birthplace State Historic Site are
co-sponsoring a
three-part lecture series on
The Civil War in the Mountains.
The speakers will be three of the most distinguished
scholars on Appalachian history.
Topics for the series are loosely based on subjects covered in John Inscoe's
War, Race and Remembrance.
All three lectures will be on Saturday afternoons at 2:00 pm at the Reuter Center on the campus of UNC Asheville.
November 5, 2011 will feature Dr. Gordon McKinney, January 28, 2012 will feature Dr. Steven E. Nash and March 24, 2012 will feature Dr. John Inscoe.
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This Week
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September 25-Oct 1
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Sunday, Sept 25, 2:30 pm, Magnetic Field Theatre presents scenes from Shangri-La
Friday, Sept 30, 11:30 am, Fab Friday~What Makes Images Powerful by Alan Hantz
Saturday, Oct 1, 8:30 am - 2 pm, Healthy Living Day
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Click here to visit the NCCCR calendar where you will find details on most of the above listed events and more.
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Next Week
Oct 2-8, 2011
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Tuesday, Oct 4, 7:30 pm, World Affairs Council
Thursday, Oct 6, 7 pm, Astronomy Club of Asheville
Friday, Oct 7, 11:30 am, Fab Friday ~ Dermatalogic Issues in Seniors by Dr. David Cogburn
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Click here to visit the NCCCR calendar where you will find details on the above listed events and more.
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And Beyond...
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Friday, Oct 11, 7 pm, Advanced Care Planning Workshop
Wednesday, Oct 12, 7 pm, f/32 Photography Group
Friday, Oct 14, 11:30 am, Fab Friday ~ Environmental Susatainability by Dr. Lenny Bernstein
Friday, Oct 14, 3 pm, Symphony Talk with Daniel Myer
Click here to visit the NCCCR calendar where you will find details on the above listed events and more. |
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Healthy Living Day
October 1, 2011 8:30 am - 2 pm
Be a part of community-wide Active Aging Week by coming to the Healthy Living Day at the Reuter Center. Attend health related presentations, demonstrations, classes and more. Keynote speaker will be Dr. Carl Eisdorfer, a co-founder of The Alzheimer's Association and renowned expert on aging. Healthy "grab & go" food available for purchase for lunch or snack. Healthy Living Day is free and open to the public |
Weave a Gathering Basket: Introducing Creative Basketry
Saturday, October 15, 9 am - 5 pm Fee: $90/person
Learn the twining method of weaving, beginning with an easy to  master garlic storage basket. Explore the basic techniques and gain the skills to try more ambitious twined baskets. Within a few hours you will be immersed into the world of creative basketry.
Materials Fee: $10/person payable to instructor. Instructor will provide tools & handouts.
Instructor Carla Filippelli, (cranberryc@bellsouth.net) a studio artist for over 30 years, delights in sharing her passion for creative basketry. Her work has been exhibited at galleries and exhibitions worldwide. Click here for more information
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ADVANCE DIRECTIVES WORKSHOP
 NCCCR will hold an advance directives planning workshop, Tuesday, Oct. 11, 7-9 pm at the Reuter Center which will feature a panel whose members are experienced in addressing end-of-life issues. Discussion will include communicating your treatment wishes to loved ones and to medical personnel, ethical and legal issues, and the uses of advance directives. Ample time will be reserved for questions.
Assistance will be provided for anyone wishing to complete a legally valid advance directive, including the notarization required in North Carolina, using the Five Wishes format. This workshop is free and open to the public. More information, call 251-6140 or email ncccr@unca.edu
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Have fun meeting NCCCR members while helping the Reuter Center office operate smoothly! Front Desk volunteers are needed to answer the phone and do other "light" clerical tasks. Sign up for a regular shift or fill in on an as-needed basis. NCCCR staff supports the volunteers and chips in during heavier traffic times. Our desk volunteers tell us that they love the interaction with members and knowing what's happening at the Center! Contact Michelle Rogers for more information or to sign up: mrogers@unca.edu . |
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Green Thumbs Requested! | |
If you have a green thumb, we need your help on several gardening projects around the Center that begin with a planting on Monday, September 26th. Contact Nelson Sobel, 828-255-0473 gnsobes@charter.net. |
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The Reuter Cafe is a convenient sp ot to purchase lunch or a snack between classes. The Cafe is pleased to announce a new sandwich selection that includes flatbread and deli options, perennial favorite Au Bon Pain soups, along with yogurt parfaits and muffins. Coming soon will be microwaveable healthy meal entrees. Don't let your tummy growl, visit the Cafe! Open 10am-2pm |
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NC Center for Creative Retirement
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