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May 2017 Volume 10, Issue 5
What is a SUPERAGER?
The New York Times published an article on December 31, 2016 entitled
“How to Become a ‘Superager’.” The article, written by Lisa Feldman
Barrett, is an insightful look into the reason some people decline in mental
capacities, while others remain mentally sharp. She and her colleagues at
Massachusetts General Hospital studied “Superagers,” a term identified by
neurologist Marsel Mesulam. Superagers are seniors whose memories and
attention are above average for their ages and more in line with that of a
healthy 25-year old.
What did they find? The entire article is enclosed for your reading
pleasure, but a few key points include the following:
The crucial regions of the brain for superaging are not the “cognitive”
regions, but the “emotional” regions.
Boost your “emotional” brain capacity by working hard at
something. Really hard. Difficult physical or mental tasks will build
these regions of the brain.
Working hard (physically or mentally) is exhausting, but it is
important! Push through the pain. Reach! This builds memory and the
ability to pay attention with age.
As the Center designs programs to build the mind, body and spirit of our
clients, we will use this article as a guidepost. Our slogan for our fiscal year
2018 will be “We are in the business of building Superagers!” We
hope you will join us on this journey. Push yourself to do things that you
wouldn’t normally do. Become a SUPERAGER!
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Center Leadership ............................. 2
Nutrition Programs ........................... 3
Transportation Program ................... 4
Information & Assistance
Programs ........................................... 5
Health Screening Programs .............. 6
Education Programs.......................... 7
Recreation Programs……………...…8-9
Calendar of Events………………...…...10
Partners & Sponsors..………..………...11
SPECIAL POINTS OF
INTEREST
Community Center announces
new supplemental food
program for seniors - Page 3.
New Health Screening
Program starts May 12—
Page 6.
Community Center is pick-up
spot for rides to the 2017 Health
Living Expo in O’Fallon, IL—
Page 6.
Sign Up Opens May 1 for the June
Day Trip to the MO Botanical
Garden—Page 9.
The Main Street
CONNECTION
1003 North Main Street
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 656-0300
www.mainstcc.org
Thank you to
for sponsoring
this issue of the
Main Street Connection!
Sara Berkbigler, Executive Director
Michelle Boyer, Assistant Director
Theresa Fuesting, Admin. Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
Tammie Baker, Bookkeeper
Bill Arth, Substitute Driver
Karl Krachenberg, Driver
Bob Werner, Driver
CENTER STAFF
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Fredna Scroggins
President
Kathie Duame
Vice President
Kevin Doak
Treasurer
Sarah Goldammer
& Libby Levin
Co-Secretaries
Emily Bates
Christine Doty
Marcia Golden
Natasha Howard
Greg Mefford
JoAnn Nabe
Kristen Pfund
Amy Rakes
David Werner
ADVISORY COUNCIL
Kevin Babb, Esq.
Carolyn Biagi, CPA
Peter Fornof
Richard Hampton
Stephen Hansen
Duane Jones
Carol Keene
John McCracken
Bev Meyer
HONORARY MEMBERS
Mayor Hal Patton
City of Edwardsville
Supervisor Frank Miles
Edwardsville Township
Pastor John Roberts
Eden Church
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BOARD COMMITTEES
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Fredna Scroggins, Chair
Kathie Duame, Kevin Doak, Sarah Goldammer & Libby Levin
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Kevin Doak, Chair
Christine Doty, Greg Mefford, JoAnn Nabe, David Werner
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Kathie Duame, Chair
Deb Ellis, Natasha Howard, Sarah Goldammer, Libby Levin,
Bev Meyer & Amy Rakes
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE
Sarah Goldammer & Libby Levin, Co-Chairs
Emily Bates & Marcia Golden
BUILDING & GROUNDS COMMITTEE
Bev Meyer, Chair
Kevin Babb, Duane Jones, Kristen Pfund & Wayne Meyer
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SERVING
ON A BOARD COMMITTEE?
Contact Sara Berkbigler:
(618) 656-0300
NEW FREE PROGRAM
FOR AREA SENIORS
WHO QUALIFY!
Main Street Community
Center and the St. Louis
Area Foodbank are
partnering to bring the
Commodity
Supplemental Food
Program (CSFP) Senior
Assistance Program to our
area!
If you or someone you
know meets the following
qualifications,
60 years (+)
Monthly income of
$1,307 or below
Resident of Madison
or St. Clair County
they can receive a monthly
box of nonperishable foods
to supplement their diet.
UPCOMING
ENROLLMENT DAYS
Main Street
Community Center
1003 North Main St.
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Friday, May 5
1oam-12pm
Monday, May 15
10am-12pm
QUESTIONS?
Contact Michelle Boyer:
(618) 656-0300
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NUTRITION PROGRAMS
HOME-DELIEVERED MEALS
Main Street Community Center has been serving home-delivered meals
to residents of Edwardsville and Glen Carbon for over 35 years.
Meals are prepared by a certified local caterer and delivered by trained,
caring volunteers who provide a check-in with clients Monday-Friday.
Cost is only $4.00/meal and billed monthly. A refundable deposit of $75
is required at registration.
To find out more about home-delivered meals, please contact the Center:
(618) 656-0300 or [email protected].
CONGREGATE MEALS
The Center serves congregate meals two days a week: Tuesday and
Fridays from 11:00am-12:30pm. Cost is $5.00/meal. Friends Discount
Members receive a discounted price of $4.00/meal.
Advance reservations are required by contacting the Center by 12 noon
the day before: (618) 656-0300 or [email protected].
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
FOR MEAL & SUPPLEMENT DELIVERIES:
Contact Theresa Fuesting:
(618) 656-0300
“The best way
to find yourself
is to lose
yourself in the
service of
others.”
Mahatma Ghandi
NEW
PROGRAM
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
“I’d be lost without the transportation bus.” Bea, 88 Bea uses the bus several times a month to attend activities at the Center (50’s Dance pictured) and for medical appointments.
Main Street Community Center has offered Door-to-Door Transportation for seniors and disabled adults
for over 30 years, offering local rides to Center activities, medical appointments, pharmacies, grocery
stores, beauty shop/barber shop, shopping centers, government offices, volunteer and paid work loca-
tions, and much more.
Riders must be 60 (+) years of age or disabled, including part-time disability due to an injury or surgery.
Rides are scheduled by appointments offered Monday through Friday from 8:00am-3:00pm. There are
no required bus fees to ride, only a suggested donation of $1.00/one-way ride.
Door-to-Door Transportation
Professional Drivers
Seniors 60 (+) & Disabled Adults
Easy Registration Process
Rides Scheduled by Appointment
NEED A RIDE?
If you or someone you know is in need of area transportation,
please contact the Center to get registered for this program:
(618) 656-0300
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INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE
PROGRAMS MARK YOUR
CALENDAR!
BENEFIT ACCESS
PROGRAM ASSISTANCE
Walk-In Only
Wednesday, May 3
1:00-3:00pm
SHIP COUNSELING
Walk-In Only
Wednesday, May 3,
1:00-3:00pm
PARALEGAL SERVICES
by Appointment Only
Wednesday, May 31st
1:00-3:00pm
RULES OF THE ROAD
REVIEW COURSE
RSVP Required
June 23, 1-3pm
AARP SMART
DRIVING COURSE
Late Summer &
Fall Classes
TBA
TO SCHEDULE AN
APPOINTMENT
OR ASK QUESTIONS,
Contact the Center:
(618) 656-0300
BENEFIT ACCESS PROGRAM ASSISTANCE
(Formerly known as Circuit Breaker)
Provided by Edwardsville Township
A FREE program to assist seniors in accesssing the following:
Seniors Ride Free Transit Benefit
Persons with Disabilities Free Transit Benefit
Secretary of State License Plate Discount
STATE HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
(SHIP)
Provided by Edwardsville Township
A FREE state-wide health insurance counseling service for Medicare
beneficiaries and their caregivers.
PARALEGAL SERVICES
Provided by Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation
A paralegal will meet with qualified seniors by appointment.
Qualifications include:
60 (+) years of age
Counties served include Bond, Clinton, Madison, Monroe, St. Clair, Randolph and Washington
Some restrictions apply
Home interviews available for those unable to come to the Center for assistance.
RULES OF THE ROAD REVIEW COURSES Provided by Illinois Secretary of State’s Office Course is designed to give drivers – especially senior citizens and persons with disabilities – the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver's license. Registration required. AARP SMART DRIVING COURSE Provided by AARP This 8-hour course will assist students with the following:
Effective safe driving practices, skills and strategies you can use on the road every day
Illinois state laws and traffic rules for drivers
How to deal with aggressive drivers
Proper maintenance of your vehicle so it's safe before you drive Registration required. $15 AARP Members, $20 Non-Members. Course completion may qualify you for a discount through your insurance company.
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BLOOD PRESSURE
SCREENINGS
Walk-In Only
Main Street
Community Center 1003 North Main St.
Edwardsville, IL
Friday, May 5
11:00am-12:00pm
Monday, May 15
11:00am-12:00pm
FREE
SERVICE
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HEALTH SCREENING PROGRAMS
Main Street Community Center is proud to partner with Anderson Hospital, Edwardsville Public Library and
Glen Carbon Centennial Library to provide FREE health screenings to seniors 60 (+) throughout 2017:
Friday, May 12 Main Street Community Center
10:00am-12:00pm 1003 North Main St., Edwardsville
Friday, August 11 Glen Carbon Centennial Library
10:00am-12:00pm 198 South Main St., Glen Carbon
Friday, November 10 Edwardsville Public Library
10:00am-12:oopm 112 South Kansas St., Edwardsville
Screenings include Glucose finger stick, blood pressure, body mass index, pulse, oxygen saturation
and educational material. FASTING NOT REQUIRED, but suggested for more accurate results.
TO SCHEDULE AN
APPOINTMENT, CONTACT:
(618) 656-0300
SCHEDULE A RIDE TODAY
to attend the
2017 HEALTHY LIVING EXPO
Friday, May 19, 2017 in O’Fallon, IL (1237 Central Park Drive)
Main Street Community Center will be a pick-up spot
for motor coach transportation to and from the event.
FREE Service
Bus leaves MSCC at 8:30am
Bus returns to MSCC at 1:05pm
Over 100 exhibitors Health Screenings: Bone density, Cholesterol/Glucose
finger sticks, Pulse Ox, Balance Assessment FREE Continental Breakfast & Lunch Entertainment, Games & More
CONTACT THE CENTER TO SCHEDULE A RIDE TO THE EVENT:
(618) 656-0300
Thank you to the Junior Service Club
of Edwardsville-Glen Carbon for
supporting this valuable program!
JOIN US!
DINE & DISCOVER
(Formerly Lunch & Learn)
Wednesday, May 3
11:00am-1:00pm
RSVP by 4/28
ART EXHIBIT
by Wildlife Artist
Brent Langley
This exhibit will be
changing soon!
Thanks to Brent for sharing
his beautiful work with us.
WRITE YOUR OWN
STORY
Thursdays
9:30-11:00am
AFTERNOON
BOOK CLUB
Thursday, May 11
1:00pm
Hidden Figures
by Margot Lee Shetterly
EVENING
BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, May 17
7:00pm
The Immortal Life of
Henrietta Lacks
by Rebecca Skloot
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EDUCATION PROGRAMS
DINE & DISCOVER
Join us as we dine for lunch and discover through a variety of programs
offered throughout the year. This program is sponsored by
Edwardsville Township.
Container Gardening
May 3, 2017
11:00am-1:00pm
Presented by Marian Smithson, Master Gardener
University of Illinois Extension
$5.00/person or FREE for Friends Discount members
RSVP by Friday, April 28th
ART EXHIBITS
Main Street Community Center is pleased to partner with talented
Edwardsville area artists as they display their work in the Center. Some
work is available for purchase through the artist. Exhibits change every
60-90 days. The exhibit is FREE for visitors to enjoy. Donations are
appreciated.
AFTERNOON & EVENING BOOK CLUBS
All are welcome to join the book clubs as they enjoy discussions about their
selection of the month and associated topics. Club members contribute to
the book selections, so each club has its own “personality”.
$1.00 program fee or FREE to Friends Discount Members
Afternoon Book Club Selections Evening Book Club Selections
May 11: Hidden Figures May 17: The Immortal Life of
by Margot Lee Shetterly Henrietta Lacks
by Rebecca Skloot
June 8: #1 Ladies Detective Agency June 21: Hillbilly Elegy
by Alexander McCall Smith by J.D. Vance
WRITE YOUR OWN STORY
Led by local author Pat Hughes, this interactive weekly class works on
recording personal memories in the form of stories or essays. Writing
materials and prompts are provided weekly.
One-time $15 cost for the binder and $3.00/class. $2.00/class for Friends
Discount members.
RECREATION PROGRAMS
STRETCH & MOVE TAI CHI
Low Impact-Senior Designed Slow, Balanced, Relaxed Movements
Tue/Thu/Fri 8:00-9:00am Wed 7:00-9:00pm
$1.00/class $100 for 17-week session
Call Terry at (618) 973-7190
MEDITATION CLASS PUZZLE ROOM
Feng Shui and Meditation Multiple Center Puzzles Available
Tue, May 2, 9, 16 & 23 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
9:30am Feng Shui
10:15am Meditation
SOCIALLY CRAFTY SQUARE DANCING
Bring a Craft to Work On Intermediate Level, Singles Welcome
Adult Coloring Books Available Tue, May 9, 16, 23, 30
Tue 9:30-11:00am 7:00-9:00pm
SOCIAL DINING
Dining with Friends
Wed, May 10 - 5:30pm
Peel Wood Fired Pizza
921 S. Arbor Vitae, Edw.
Lunch Bunch
Wed, May 17 - 11:30am
Fire & Smoke BBQ
914 Edwardsville Rd., Troy
HOLIDAY PARTIES
Memorial Day Cookout
Wear your Red, White & Blue
Tuesday, May 30
11:00am-12:30pm
$8/person, $7 Friends Discount Members
Hot Dogs, Bratwurst, Slaw, Baked Beans & Chips
Payment Due
with RSVP by
5/23
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CARDS & GAMES
EUCHRE
2nd & 4th Monday
9:00-11:00am
PINOCHLE
Monday Group
12:00-3:00pm
Thursday Group
12:00-3:00pm
CONTRACT BRIDGE
2nd & 4th Friday
12:00-3:00pm
DUPLICATE BRIDGE
Wednesdays
9:00am-12:00pm
BINGO
Tuesdays & Fridays
1:00-3:00pm
BUNCO
3rd Wednesday
1:00-2:00pm
POKENO
2nd Tuesday
1:00-2:00pm
TRAVEL
DAY TRIPS
Missouri Botanical Garden
June 28 - 9:30am departure
$32 fee includes motor coach, driver tip,
admission to Botanical Garden.
Lunch own own at Sassafras Café.
RSVP opens May 1. Limited seats
Eckert’s
July 26 - 9:45am departure
$10 fee includes Center bus transportation.
Lunch on own.
RSVP opens June 1. Limited seats.
St. Louis Art Museum
August 23 - 9:30am departure
$15 includes Center bus transportation.
Lunch on own at Panorama Restaurant.
RSVP opens July 3. Limited seats.
Butterfly House
September 27 - 9:15am departure
$21 fee includes Center bus transportation
and admission.
Lunch on own.
RSVP opens August 1. Limited seats.
Cardinals Hall of Fame & Museum
October 25 - 9:30am departure
$27 fee includes motor coach transportation
and admission to museum.
Lunch on own.
RSVP opens September 1. Limited seats.
Watch for details in the June newsletter for
2-night trip in September to visit the
Southern Illinois Wine Trail, nature sites,
gambling & visit to the Natl Quilt Museum. 9
May 2017 Calendar of Events
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1
Sign-up Opens for June Day Trip
Pinochle 12:00
2
Stretch & Move 8:00
Meditation 9:30 - 10:30
Socially Crafty 9:30
Lunch 11:00 - 12:30
Birthday Bingo 1:00
3
Duplicate Bridge 9:00
Dine & Discover 11:00 - 1:00
Benefit Access/SHIP 1:00-3:00
Tai Chi 7:00
4
Stretch & Move 8:00
Write Your Own Story 9:30-11:00
Pinochle 12:00
5
Stretch & Move 8:00
CSFP Enrollment 10:00-12:00
Blood Pressure 11:00-12:00
Lunch 11:00-12:30
Bingo 1:00
8
Euchre 9:00
Pinochle 12:00
9
Stretch & Move 8:00
Meditation 9:30 - 10:30
Socially Crafty 9:30
Lunch 11:00 - 12:30
Pokeno 1:00
Bingo 2:00
Square Dancing 7:00
10
Duplicate Bridge 9:00
Dining with Friends at Peel Wood Fired Pizza 5:30
Tai Chi 7:00
11
Stretch & Move 8:00
Write Your Own Story 9:30-11:00
Pinochle 12:00
Book Club 1:00
12
Stretch & Move 8:00
Health Screening Program-RSVP Required 10:00-12:00
Lunch 11:00-12:30
Bridge 12:00
Bingo 1:00
15
CSFP Enrollment 10:00-12:00
Blood Pressure Screening 10:00-12:00
Pinochle 12:00
16
Stretch & Move 8:00
Meditation 9:30 - 10:30
Socially Crafty 9:30
Lunch 11:00 - 12:30
Color Bingo (RED) 1:00
Square Dancing 7:00
17 Duplicate Bridge 9:00
Lunch Bunch at Fire & Smoke 11:30
Bunco 1:00
Tai Chi 7:00
Book Club 7:00
18 Stretch & Move 8:00
Write Your Own Story 9:30-11:00
Pinochle 12:00
19
Stretch & Move 8:00
Lunch 11:00-12:30
Bingo 1:00
22 Euchre 9:00
Pinochle 12:00
23
Stretch & Move 8:00
Socially Crafty 9:30
Lunch 11:00-12:30
Bingo 1:00
Square Dancing 7:00
24
Duplicate Bridge 9:00
Tai Chi 7:00
25
Stretch & Move 8:00
Write Your Own Story 9:30-11:00
Pinochle 12:00
26
Stretch & Move 8:00
Lunch - 11:00-12:30
Bridge 12:00
Bingo 1:00
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CLOSED for
Memorial Day
Holiday
30
Stretch & Move 8:00
Meditation 9:30 - 10:30
Socially Crafty 9:30
Memorial Day Cookout 11:00 - 12:30
Bingo 1:00
Square Dancing 7:00
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Duplicate Bridge 9:00
Paralegal 1:00 - 3:00
Tai Chi 7:00
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THANK YOU TO OUR MAY 2017
PARTNERS & SPONSORS
Where Glen Carbon goes for Senior Living, Assisted Living, Long Term Care & More. A great location, neighbors who quickly become friends, and programs to stimulate body, mind, and spirit…Meridian Village senior living offers all this and much, much more.
Here in the heart of historic Glen Carbon, Illinois 62034, you can enjoy the comforts of home without the work and worry. You can live with peace of mind, knowing that you will receive priority access to our comprehensive continuity of senior health care should your health needs change over time. Come join us where value and peace of mind are part of everyday living. Call 618.288.3700 or email [email protected] to learn more!
Proud member of
Glen Carbon Centennial Library
HEALTH SCREENING PARTNERS BINGO SPONSORS
POKENO SPONSOR BUNCO SPONSOR MEAL CATERER SUPPLEMENTAL
FOOD PROGRAM
PARALEGAL
ASSISTANCE
THANK YOU
FOR SUPPORTING
THE COMMUNITY
CENTER!
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