Plymouth Place Hosts Nov. 2015 Events

Submitted by Plymouth Place.

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 708-354-0340 or email rlopienski@plymouth.provinet.com.

Sunday, 11/1: Angela Kepley Solo Students Recital, Albert Hall at 2:00 pm

Enjoy some beautiful cello and piano music performed by Angela Kepley’s talented students

Mondays: “Stories of My Life”, 2nd Floor Multipurpose Room 2:00pm

Join Chaplain Taylor and members to reminisce and understand that all our stories have meaning.

Thursdays, 11/5, 12, 19: Bible Study, 2nd Floor Multi-purpose Room 2:00pm

Join Chaplin Carol Taylor for a Bible study topic. Come, study, discuss, and enjoy. Questions? Contact Chaplain Carol Taylor at 588-6420.

Thursday, 11/5: Drumming Circle, Albert Hall at 3:15 pm

Join music educator Rita Lopienski to learn about a variety of drums from around the world and get a chance to play them!

Thursday, 11/5: Chorus of DuPage, Dole Hall 7:15pm

The Chorus of DuPage is a men’s barbershop group founded in 1961 performing at private, public and charitable venues. Performing special arrangements of today’s ballads, show tunes, and hymns as well as old-time barbershop favorites.

Friday, 11/6: You be the Judge with George Plavac, Education Room 9:30am

Friday, 11/6: Cruise to Serbia, Dole Hall 3:00pm Our cruise around the world destination this month is to Serbia. Enjoy a travelogue. Residents are welcome share any stories and memorabilia you may have. Enjoy a sweet treat from this country.

Sunday, 11/8: Roberta Randall presents: The Life of Beverly Sills, Dole Hall 2:30pm

Beverly Sills captured America’s heart with her glorious artistry and engaging personality. Roberta Randall portrays this acclaimed soprano and her remarkable life.

Monday, 11/9: Hymn Sing, Albert Hall at 3:15 pm

Sing along with your favorite hymns lead by Rita and accompanied on our beautiful Yamaha grand piano.

Wednesday, 11/11: Music with Bob Kalal, Albert Hall 2:30 pm Join us to listen as Bob Kalal entertains with your favorite music.

Wednesday, 11/11: Veteran’s Day Program, Albert Hall 7:00pm

We will have an Air Force Color Guard, flag ceremony, with representatives from the Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force, and special tribute to veterans in the audience.

Thursday, 11/12: Art Exhibit Reception, LL Art Gallery 1:30pm

This month’s exhibit is by Jodi Pedrola of Spain. Come meet the artists and learn how these creates these works. Refreshments served.

Friday, 11/13: HealthPro Wellness Seminar, LL Fitness Room 9:30am

“Eye Opening Facts on Low Vision” presented by Melissa Close, SLP highlighting strategies for addressing low vision.

Friday, 11/13: TED Talks, Education Room 3:00pm

Friday, 11/13: LATTE Theater Presents “The Dining Room”, Dole Hall 7:00pm

Saturday, 11/14: “The Dining Room”, Dole Hall 2:00pm & 7:00pm

The LATTE Theater presents “The Dining Room”; by A.R. Gurney. The play is a comedy of manrs set in a single dining room where 18 scenes from different households overlap and intertwine.Tickets available at the door.

Sunday, 11/15: Act of God Puppets and Music by Faith United Methodist Church of Downers Grove, Albert Hall 2:30PM

Monday, 11/16: Phillips Flowers Presentation by Cyndi Weber, Dole Hall 1:00pm

This returning program is one of the most popular all year.

Tuesday, 11/17: Singer Joe Fire, Albert Hall 2:15pm

Joe Fire will be sharing some fun guitar music and singing.

Tuesday, 11/17: What Matters Most, Education Room 3:00-4:30pm

Should doctors help patients prepare for death? If you knew you were dying, would you want to be in a hospital seeking a miraculous recovery? Or would you rather be at home, surrounded by loved ones? This conversation won’t be fun, but it may well be what matters most. Join Chaplain Carol to view and discuss the PBS video called “Being Mortal”, based on the best-selling book by Atul Gawande, M.D.

Wednesday, 11/18: Afternoon at the Classic Movies, Albert Hall 2:00 pm Join us to enjoy some freshly popped popcorn and watch the movie.

Wednesday, 11/18: Generations Family Support, Dole Hall 7:00pm

Plymouth Place will be hosting “Generations,” a new quarterly program for family members to learn more about Plymouth Place, its services and topics related to caring for a loved one. The first session will feature a panel discussion with Plymouth Place staff members. The panel will review the various levels of care at Plymouth Place and discuss how to work together with family and the resident to ensure that the resident is getting the right level of service to remain independent. Jackie Terpstra, HCC Administrator, Jeannie Mikso, Hospital Liaison, Ellen Masuret, Director of Residents Services, and Victoria Dzierbicki, Manager of Residents Services will provide an overview of their areas. After the panel discussion, informal round-tables will allow attendees to meet each other and ask staff specific questions. For more information, please contact Allyson Zak at 482-6840.

Thursday, 11/19: Peter Small as “Teddy Roosevelt, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Welcome back to Plymouth Place historical impersonator, Peter M. Small as he “becomes” President Teddy Roosevelt and shares insights into the man and history of the times.

Friday, 11/20: Economics Today with George Plavac, Education Room 9:30am

Saturday, 11/21: Double Play Flute and Tuba Duo, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Unique husband and wife musical duo featuring Patrick Scianella and Amy Ridings, on tour from Michigan. Enjoy classical and original pieces.

Sunday, 11/22: Soundz of Time, Albert Hall 2:00pm

Soundz of Time will be here to perform some fun toe tapping tunes for us!

Monday, 11/23: Advance Care Planning for Seniors, Education Room 1:00pm

Glaucoma and Other Eye Issues presented by Dr. Meena Chaku, Ophthalmologist, Loyola Hospitals.

Tuesday, 11/24: Music with Accordion Player Joe Moroz, Albert Hall at 2:15pm

Wednesday, 11/25: Martina Mathisen: “Sacagawea”, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Historical Dramatis Martina Mathisen returns as Sacagawea, the famous native American woman. Journey with her as she plays a vital role in the exploration of the Louisiana Purchase with Louis, Clark and the Corps of Discovery.

Friday, 11/27: Current Events with George Plavac, LL Game Room 9:30am

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

Sunday, 11/29: Spectrios Low Vision Support Group Meeting, Creative Arts 1:30pm

Sunday, 11/29: Soko Serbian Folklore Dance Group, Dole Hall 2:00pm

Serbian Folklore Group SOKO was established in 1962 by Mr. Dragan Jordanovich and is based in Chicago, IL, as an integral part of the Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Cathedral. SOKO folklore group has toured throughout North America and is widely acclaimed as one of the best Serbian folklore groups on the continent!

Monday, 11/30: Music with Singer Kym Frankovelgia, Albert Hall 2:30pm