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Events for Seniors - February 2015

Emerald Club at Galelic Park

Meetings of the Emerald Club take place every other Wednesday between 10am and 12pm unless otherwise stated. All are welcome - membership is not required and there are no fees (excluding trips).

Meetings take place at:

Chicago Gaelic Park

6119 W. 147th St

Oak Forest, Illinois 60452

Wednesday, 11^th February 2015 – Ageless Grace

Ageless Grace is a cutting-edge brain fitness program based on neuroplasticity that activates all 5 functions of the brain - analytical, strategic, kinesthetic learning, memory/recall, creativity and imagination - and simultaneously addresses all 21 physical skills needed for lifelong optimal function. This session will include some gentle movement designed for all ages and abilities. These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the healthy longevity of the body and mind.

Wednesday, 25^th February 2015 – Diabetes: A Modern Epidemic

Diabetes has now become a healthcare crisis in this country that affects people of all ages. The only way to control the rapid spread of diabetes is to have the right knowledge about how to avoid and manage the disease. In this session we are joined by a doctor from Metro South hospital to give us the information we need to protect ourselves and our loved ones from diabetes.

Tara Club at Irish American Heritage Center

Meetings of the Tara Club take place every other Wednesday between 10am and 12pm unless otherwise stated. All are welcome - membership is not required and there are no fees (excluding trips). Meetings take place at:

Irish American Heritage Cente

4626 N Knox Ave

Chicago, IL 60630

Wednesday, 4^th February 2015 – Annual Fraud Update Joint Meeting with Tír na nÓg

It’s time for our annual fraud update. Every day, scammers are coming up with new ways to try to trick people out of their hard earned money. If we are to avoid becoming the victims of their scams, we must stay well informed. To give us all the updates, we welcome a representative from the State’s Attorney’s Office to teach us about the new tricks being used by con artists and how we can better protect ourselves from fraud.

Wednesday, 18th February 2015 – Getting to Know Edward Gorey

Chicago born Edward Gorey was a world renowned illustrator, author, and artist. Furthermore, he remains one of literature’s most fascinating and mysterious figures. We are joined by our friend Sherry Avila who was a docent for the recent Edward Gorey exhibition at Loyola University’s Museum of Art (LUMA) to learn more about the man and his artisitc legacy. She also has a year’s membership to LUMA to give away at this event!