Plymouth Place to Host May 2016 Events

Submitted by Plymouth Place.

La Grange Park, IL - The following events are at Plymouth Place Senior Living, 315 North La Grange Rd, La Grange Park. They are free and open to the public, but reservations are requested. For information contact 708-482-6805 or email rlopienski@plymouth.provinet.com.

Mondays: Stories of My Life, MPR 3:00pm

Join Chaplain Taylor and fellow residents to reminisce and understand that all our stories have meaning. (No session on May 2.)

Mondays: Great Courses: Skyline Lounge 4:00pm

This month “Masterworks of American Art” continues.

Thursdays, 5/5 (Education Rom), 5/12, 5/19, 5/26: Bible Study, Greg’s Place Family Room 2:00-3:00

Our society has become officially secular, religiously pluralistic, and ethnically diverse. We could describe the world of the Acts of the Apostles in much the same way. Christians were a minority and the church was small and unimportant. As we negotiate changes in the church and our world today, Acts can be helpful to us. Join Chaplain Carol and friends as we study the amazing stories of Acts.

Sunday, 5/1: Percussion Recital, Dole Hall 2:00pm

Come listen to the talented students instructed by Angela Kepley. Enjoy the wonderful rhythms of the many percussion instruments.

Tuesday, 5/3: Tuesday Tea, Tulips for Two, Dole Hall 2:00pm

Come sip a cup tea and enjoy a special presentation by Heather Spera, Color Specialist at Premier Landscaping as she plants a container, talk about plants that work, considerations in selecting plants – shade vs. sun, and also tell a bit about the plants that will be used around Plymouth Place.

Thursday, 5/5: Cinco de Mayo Party with Edizon Dayao, Margaret Bailey Lounge 2:00pm

One of Plymouth Place’s favorite entertainers returns to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Latin music flare.

Friday, 5/6: You Be the Judge, Education Room 9:30am

Enjoy lively discussions with resident George Plavac on real court cases.

Friday, 5/6: Cruise to French Polynesia with Bill Helmuth, Dole Hall 3:00pm Our cruise around the world destination this month is French Polynesia. Bill Helmuth returns with an entertaining travelogue on his resent trip to this exotic local. Residents are welcome share any stories and memorabilia you may have and bring your passport for your stamp. Sample a treat from this country.

Friday, 5/6 & Saturday, 5/7: LATTE Theater presents…Much Ado About Nothing, Dole Hall Friday 7:00pm & Saturday 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Join the Latte Theater as they present Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing! Our own Plymouth Place Players will also be performing. Though it is technically considered a comedy, many a Shakespeare enthusiast are perplexed, for Much Ado is also an emotional thriller, a love story, the examination of evil, and a tragedy with a happy ending as well - and truly defies categorization. Seniors are $

Call 708-655-0989 for ticket information.

Sunday, 5/8: Mother’s Day Tea and Music by Nora Drysch, Albert Hall 2:00pm

Singer Nora Drysch of Sentimental Journey will perform a special program to salute all the Mothers today.

Monday, 5/9: Art Insights with Roberta Pawlak: Monet and Manet, Dole Hall 1:30pm

Robert Pawlak returns with MONET AND MANET. Is there a difference? Do you have a favorite? The early Chicago movers and shakers collected a great deal of art including Monet and Manet. They donated much of their art work to the Art Institute of Chicago so most of the art we will be viewing is at the Chicago museum. Come and learn about the lives and art of these two very famous painters.

Monday, 5/9: Starlighters Big Band, Dole Hall 7:00pm-830pm

The Starlighters return for a fun evening of your favorite Big Band tunes.

Wednesday, 5/11: Heather Braoudakis, That’s Amore, Albert Hall 3:00pm Heather Braoudakis will entertain us with some beautiful love songs.

Thursday, 5/12: Art Gallery Reception, LL Gallery 4:00pm

Meet local photographer Allen Hammer and hear how he captures these amazing images.

Allen has been an active photographer for approx. 12 years, but has concentrated primarily in street photography for the last 2 years, and now considers it his new passion. Refreshments served.

Friday, 5/13: HealthPro Seminar, LL Fitness Room 9:30am

Join the HealthPro therapy team for a multi-station clinic on falls with a free balance screening to determine your overall fall risk potential.

Friday, 5/13: Music with Singer Joyce Garro, Albert Hall 2:30pm Joyce Garro will entertain us with some beautiful music.

Saturday, 5/14: Mary Jo Iannelli Students Piano Recital, Albert Hall 2:00pm Join us to hear the students play the piano pieces they’ve been learning.

Monday, 5/16: Friends in Harmony “Sentimental Journey”, Dole Hall 1:00pm

The program, “Sentimental Journey”, an encore performance by the Friends in Harmony is sure to entertain. Everyone welcome for program.

Tuesday, 5/17: Ice Cream Social with Singer Joe Fire, Albert Hall 2:15pm

Joe Fire will be sharing some fun guitar music and singing during our Tuesday afternoon Ice Cream Social!

Tuesday, 5/17: Generations – A Family Education Program: Caring Options: Palliative Care, Hospice, Comfort and Dignity, Dole Hall 7:15pm

What are the differences between hospice and palliative care? Why might your physician be reluctant to recommend comfort-giving treatments? When and how should you ask for them? The program will be facilitated by Randi Belisomo, M.A. (Bio-Ethics) and Mary Mulcahy, M.D. (Oncology). Please RSVP to Kathleen O’Connor at 708-482-6647.

Tuesday, 5/17: Ballot Education In Service, Dole Hall 12:30pm-4:00pm

As part of Celebrating Seniors Week, the LaGrange/LaGrange Park Aging Well Team, headed by Ralph Gutekunst, is partnering with the League of Women Voters to provide a Ballot Education In Service to seniors in the greater community. LWV volunteers will be stationed around Dole Hall with laptops and iPads to review your voting rights as well as assistance that may be needed when you vote in November. You may also register to vote, change your address, etc.

Wednesday, 5/18: Afternoon at the Classic Movie, Albert Hall 2:00 pm Come enjoy some freshly popped popcorn and watch a Classic movie.

Wednesday, 5/18: Chicago Swedish Glee Club, Dole Hall 7:15pm The Chicago Swedish Glee Club was organized in 1869 and is the second oldest continuous performing male chorus in the United States. Come enjoy an evening of wonderful, joyful music.

Thursday, 5/19: Party with Dan Sullivan, Greg’s Place 1:30pm

Plymouth Place favorite, Dan Sullivan returns to sing and play for our Greg’s Place residents.

Thursday, 5/19: Dr. Farooq Khan on Pain Management, LL Game Room 4:00pm

Dr. Khan will discuss advanced therapies to lessen or eliminate pain.

Friday, 5/20: Economics Today, Education Room 9:30am

Join resident George Plavac to discussion current economic trends and how they affect us.

Friday, 5/20: SoliVoce Choir, Albert Hall 2:00pm

SoliVoce Choir of Komarek Elementary School of North Riverside will sing for us.

Friday, 5/20: Celebrating Seniors Talent Show, Dole Hall 3:00pm

Do you sing? Dance? Play an instrument? Tell Jokes or poetry? Share your talents at this one-of-a-kind show featuring a variety of short acts performed by local seniors. Or, sit back, sip lemonade and enjoy the show. If you would like to participate, please contact Rita at 708-482-6805.

Saturday, 5/21: Jeff Mishur’s Terracotta Warriors, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Art historian Jeff Mishur returns with a program on the current exhibition at the Field Museum of the Terracotta Warriors. Chicago hosts a rare tour of ancient Terracotta figures from the tomb of China's first emperor. In this slide lecture, art historian Jeff Mishur discusses the process used to create these figures. He also discusses other objects in this exhibition of ancient artifacts and their relationship to China's imperial past.

Sunday, 5/22: Spectrios Low Vision Support Group Meeting, Creative Arts 1:30pm

Monday, 5/23: Advance Care Planning for Seniors, Education Room 1:00pm

Meet author Dick Cavenaugh as he describes his travels and life experiences in his book: Just About-But Not Quite. Dick captures the many humorous and exciting situations he has encountered in pursuit of his dreams and tells of his journey in a most entertaining way.

Tuesday, 5/24: Ice Cream Social with Joe Moroz, Penny Lane 2:15pm Enjoy hearing Joe perform “Golden Oldies” on his accordion and have an ice cream sundae.

Wednesday, 5/25: Singer Noreen Dellgado, Albert Hall 2:30 Everyone is welcome to join the fun at 2:30 for a show from Noreen Delgado.

Thursday, 5/26: Rosary, Albert Hall 1:00pm

Thursday, 5/26: Drumming Circle, Albert Hall 2:00pm

Come enjoy learning about drums from all over the world let by Rita, experience the different sounds of these wonderful instruments and learn firsthand about the therapeutic benefits. Drums are provided.

Thursday, 5/26: Park Jr. High Forte Singers, Dole Hall 4:00pm

This talented young chamber choir will perform a delightful program.

Thursday, 5/26: Royal Polynesian Revue, Dole Hall 7:15pm

The Royal Polynesian Revue will Bring the Islands to us as we travel to French Polynesia this month.

Friday, 5/27: Current Events, LL Game Room 9:30am

Join resident George Plavac in a discussion of current news and events.

Friday, 5/27: TED Talks, Education Room 3:00pm

See PPTV or flyers for this month’s topics.

Saturday, 5/28: West Suburban Concert Band, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Resident Council welcomes back the West Suburban Concert Band. This well-loved group plays a variety of marches, show tunes, big band, light classics and patriotic tunes.

Monday, 5/30: Hymn Sing, Albert Hall 2:00pm Sing along with your favorite Hymns led by Rita and accompanied by Ruth Koch on our beautiful Yamaha grand piano.