Notes from the Director... - Mosholu Montefiore Community Center

Mosholu Montefiore Senior Center—July/August 2016
Golden Gems
Newsletter
3450 DeKalb Avenue Bronx,
New York 10467
718-798-6601
Notes from the Director...
Dear Seniors,
What an amazing kickoff to
summer at the Center. With the
incredible dedication of our Clubs
and the generosity of many supporters, our Annual Fundraiser was
a tremendous success! Our deepest
gratitude to all who help our program thrive. Welcome to all of our
new members who have jumped
right in and become involved in so
many ways bringing energy,
warmth and enthusiasm. If you
see new faces that don’t recognize,
say “Hello” and get to know them.
In June I celebrated two
years as your Director, and as always I humbly declare that “I
couldn’t have done it without you.”
In this issues my words are few to
make room for the many contributors. Enjoy and have a beautiful
summer!
Warm Regards,
Lisa
Coming Up
Save The Dates…...
September 14th:
Illusionist, David Lawrence Performs
September 17th, October 1st,
November 12th: (subject to change)
Senior Saturdays
September 21st:
Musical Entertainment by Barbara
Purdy
September 28th:
Jewish Culture Luncheon and
Program
October 5th:
September & October Birthday Party
October 19th:
Annual Fashion Show, “Fashions of
the Times”
October 26th:
Harvest Hop and Square Dance
7/6
7/7
7/11,
7/25,
8/8,
8/22
7/11,
8/1
7/13
7/18,
8/22
7/20
7/27
7/28
October 27th:
Trip: Oktoberfest at The Brownstone
8/3
November 16th:
Thanksgiving Luncheon
At the Center.
Where did the time go?
It is summer already.
An anniversary year for the director of the
center.
Farewell to half a year that was filled with activities. What a menu! To name a few items, the
performance of Roots and Branches, the enjoyable and productive fund raiser event and the
coup de gras, the clubs’ vacation luncheon. What
a way to end the semester, grades pending.
Hopefully the fall will usher in new and sustained
interest, energy and involvement in the life of
the center.
Sunshine Only
Submitted by: Vena Baker
8/10
Please help us in the Senior Center
Garden!! Light maintenance, weeding, daily watering, light trimming
and lots of TLC needed. Come once
or more. Inquire in the office.
Address: 3450 DeKalb Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467
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Website: mmcc.org
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Mosholu Montefiore Senior Center—July/August 2016
Members’ Page
Submitted by Vera Laiosa
Pea-Soup
One friend said to the other, what did you have for breakfast?
Answer: Pea Soup.
What did you have for lunch?
Answer: Pea Soup
What did you have for dinner?
Answer: Pea Soup
So what did you do at night?
Answer: Pee Soup
Submitted by: Melrose Sharp
Words of Wisdom?
~Submitted by Joy Rose
The following was noted on a small plaque in an Amish
store in the 1970’s:
“The hurrier I go, The behinder I get.
Address: 3450 DeKalb Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467
Thought of the Week
What a LIFE we LIVE
Have u taken Note of the CO-INCIDENCE OF LIFE:
1. CHURCH has 6 letters so does MOSQUE.
2. BIBLE has 5 letters so does QURAN.
3. LIFE has 4 letters so does DEAD.
4. HATE has 4 letters, so does LOVE….
5. ENEMIES has 7, so does FRIENDS.
6. LYING has 5, so does TRUTH.
7. HURT has 4, so does HEAL.
8. NEGATIVE has 8, so does POSITIVE.
9. FAILURE has 7, so does SUCCESS.
10. BELOW has 5, but so does ABOVE
11. CRY has 3 letters so does JOY.
12. ANGER has 5 so does HAPPY.
13. RIGHT has 5 so does WRONG.
14. RICH has 4 so does POOR.
15. FAIL has 4 so does PASS
16. KNOWLEDGE has 9 so does IGNORANCE
Are they all Co-incidence? We should Choose wisely, this
means LIFE is like a Double –Edged Sword.
If you think it is your alarm clock that woke you up this
morning, try putting it beside a dead body and you will realize that it is the Grace of God that woke you up. If you are
grateful to God, share this to all your friends to inform them
that it is JUST BY THE GRACE OF GOD that we are alive
~Submitted by Marie Murray
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THANKS
IF YOU WOKE UP THIS MORNING WITH MORE HEALTH
THAN ILLNESS…YOU ARE MORE BLESSED THAN THE
MILLION WHO WILL NOT SURVIVE THIS WEEK
IF YOU HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED THE DANGER OF
BATTLE, THE LONELINESS OF IMPRISONMENT, THE
AGONY OF TORTURE, OR THE PANGS OF STARVATION…YOU ARE AHEAD OF 500 MILLION PEOPLE IN
THE WORLD.
IF YOU CAN ATTEND A CHURCH MEETING WITHOUT
FEAR OF HARASSMENT, ARREST, TORTURE, OR
DEATH…YOU ARE MORE BLESSED THAN THREE BILLION PEOPLE IN THE WORLD.
IF YOU HAVE FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR, CLOTHES
ON YOUR BACK, A ROOF OVERHEAD AND A PLACE TO
SLEEP…YOU ARE RICHER THAN 75% OF THIS WORLD.
IF YOU HAVE MONEY IN THE BANK, IN YOUR WALLET,
AND SPARE CHANGE IN A DISH SOMEPLACE…YOU ARE
AMONG THE TOP 8% OF THE WORLD’S WEALTHY.
IF YOU HOLD UP YOUR HEAD WITH A SMILE ON YOUR
FACE AND TRULY THANKFUL…YOU ARE BLESSED BECAUSE THE MAJORITY CAN, BUT MOST DO NOT.
We Remember Sophia…
~Submitted by Joy Rose
She couldn’t have known how little time she had, but it’s just as
if she did.
Shortly after she retired, Sophia joined the Senior Center and
immersed herself in as many activities as she could. She became a club member, went on trips, performed with then drama
group, played table games and her favorite bingo!
She was so proud of the lovely green fruit bowl she made in ceramics class. Next came a fine football for her grandson, which
unfortunately was claimed by the Kiln. Sorry, Hunter.
Sophia had a vibrant spirit and a good sense of humor, sometimes wry.
As a member of the new drama group she practiced with fervor.
Then she took ill and assessed that she would not be able to
perform in the Cabaret, but hoped to attend.
Sadly, she passed on, and the performance was on her birthday. How uncanny!
We sorely miss Sophia and our condolences were conveyed to
her devastated family.
What a fitting tribute to her memory to have a leaf installed on
the “Tree of Life” in our vestibule.
Rest in Peace, Sophia!
IF YOU CAN HOLD SOMEONE’S HAND, HUG THEM OR
EVEN TOUCH THEM OR EVEN TOUCH THEM ON THE
SHOULDER…YOU ARE BLESSED BECAUSE YOU CAN
OFFER GOD’S HEALING TOUCH.
Submitted by Vena Baker
IF YOU CAN READ THIS MESSAGE, YOU JUST RECEIVED
A DOUBLE BLESSING IN THAT SOMEONE WAS THINKING OF YOU, AND FURTHERMORE, YOU ARE MORE
BLESSED THAN OVER TWO BILLION PEOPLE IN THE
WORLD THAT CANNOT READ AT ALL.
HAVE A GOOD DAY, COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS, AND
PASS THIS ALONG TO REMIND EVERYONE ELSE HOW
BLESSED WE ALL ARE.
Submitted by Muriel Sadler
Address: 3450 DeKalb Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467
Website: mmcc.org
718-798-6601
Mosholu Montefiore Senior Center—July/August 2016
WEEKLY CLASSES (class schedules will be updated each month based on how well each activity is attended)
Gardening Club: Gardening Club: If you have a “gr een thumb” or just love the outdoor s come join us in the
MMCC garden. We ill plant and tend to our garden all summer long to make it beautiful and fruitful!
Adult Coloring & Relaxation: Intr oduced by popular demand.! Let str ess melt away as you color , r elax, and
discuss other ways to decompress on your own.
Salsa & Merengue Dancing: No exper ience necessar y, so don’t be shy. Get fit, be sexy and have fun dancing!
Plastic Canvas: Lear n new stitches and patter ns, using cr eative designs. No exper ience necessar y!
Computers & Technology: Lear n new skills from inter net sear ches, to cr eating emails and how to type a document. You’ll be amazed at the amount of knowledge that is just a click away. All skill levels welcomed. Bring your
cell phones, I Pads, Tablets, laptops or any electronic device that you want to learn to operate; or get advice on which
will best suit your needs if you are looking to buy one.
Ceramics: Sculpt & cr eate or iginally designed wor ks of ar t.
Drama & Dance with Conscientious Revue: Acting, Dancing, Improvisation, Skits, Plays, Performances
Senior Fashion & Beauty 101: Fashion & clothing design, beauty tips, guest speaker s. Discuss & lear n about
fashion across cultures, history of beauty and fashion, and more!
Wii Bowling: Fun, Exercise, competition
Reflections of Yesterday: Reminiscence and sharing about the history of your lives,
Exercise: Exercises vary and all fitness levels are welcomed and accommodated.
Tai Chi: : Great exercise for mind and body. Feel refreshed and relaxed.
You’re In The News: Discuss news stories and headlines. Voice your opinions. If you were the reporter, how
would you report the story?
What’s On Your Mind?: In this discussion gr oup, the sky is the limit. Come and speak your mind.
To Your Health: This gr oup cover s a var iety of health and nutr ition topics facilitated by our nur se.
BINGO: This needs no explanation and is a crowd favorite.
Jewelry Making: Lear n and cr eate in this “hands on” ar ts and cr afts class
Sewing & Knitting: For all skill levels.
Loss & Bereavement—How do we help one another?
Creative Art: Get r eady to be cr eative making an assor tment of unique cr afts pr ojects.
Chair Yoga: Includes r elaxation and meditation. Rejuvenate your mind and body.
CLUBS: OPEN DOOR CLUB, & GOLDEN WELCOME CLUB. Clubs welcome new member s weekly. If
there are any suggestions for additional clubs, SPEAK UP and we will assist in you in getting one started!
Please feel free to express your opinions, suggestions and give feed back about the newsletter and MMSC programs and
activities. This is your Center; we are here to provide you with what you want and need. The staff and I want to hear your
ideas for improving on what is already a great place to be!
Senior Center Staff
Maureen St. John, RN-Nurse; Henry Spencer, Assistant Cook/Maintenance; Analinda Lorente, LMSW-Social Worker; Lisa Nicotra, LMSW-Senior Center
Director; Arnetia Stokes, Program Assistant/Book keeper
...and an incredible group of consultants, interns and volunteers!
The Mosholu Montefiore Senior Center is Funded in part by the New York City Department for the Aging
Address: 3450 DeKalb Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467
Website: mmcc.org
718-798-6601