Plymouth Place Hosts January Events

Submitted by Plymouth Place Senior Living. Photo via Facebook.

The following events are at Plymouth Place Senior Living, 315 North LaGrange Rd, LaGrange 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.

Thursday, 1/1: View “The Giver” with Discussion, Dole Hall 2:00pm

We will watch the recently released movie “The Giver”, based on the best-seller novel by Lois Lowry. It is set in a society which is at first presented as a utopian society but gradually appears more and more dystopian. Chaplain Carol Taylor will lead a discussion following the movie.

Friday, 1/2: Cruise to Iceland, Greenland and the High Arctic, Dole Hall 3:00pm

Our first cruise around the world destination for 2015 is to Iceland and Greenland and the High Arctic. Resident Joan DeRycke will lead a travelogue on her trip to these areas. Share any memorabilia you may have and pick up your 2015 passport and get it stamped.

Tuesdays, 1/6, 13, 20, and 27: Bible Study: The Gospel According to Mark, Multi-Purpose Room 9:00am

Learn the distinctive and important features of Mark. Discussion lead by Chaplain Carol Taylor.

Wednesday, 1/7: Salt Creek Camera Club Exhibit, LL Promenade 10am-7pm

Enjoy the finalists in the Salt Creek Photography Competition. Camera Club meeting tonight in the Education Room at 7:30pm, guests are welcome.

Wednesday, 1/7: Dick Best Annual Organ Holiday Concert, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Join resident Dick Best with his annual organ concert and sing-along. Join in the Christmas spirit with all your holiday favorites. This program was rescheduled from December.

Thursday, 1/8: Meet LaGrange Park Police Chief Rompa, Dole Hall 9:30am

Come meet new LaGrange Park Police Chief Ed Rompa for coffee! He will talk about his vision for the department, as well as share what’s happening in law enforcement in our village and what services are offered to seniors. He will also introduce some of his new officers.

Thursday, 1/8: 4th Annual Resident Art Exhibit Reception, LL Art Gallery, 4:00pm

This month’s gallery exhibit features artwork by our own residents. Come to the reception to meet them and learn about their paintings. Refreshments will be served.

Friday, 1/9: HealthPro Rehab Presents: “A Great Time to Start Exercising for the New Year, Are You Ready?” LL Fitness Room 9:30am

Many of us make a New Year’s Resolution to be healthier. Is your body ready to start exercising? Learn what you need to know about your heart for the New Year. Let’s learn to make positive choices.

Friday, 1/9: Economics Today with George Plavac, Education Room, 9:30am

Friday, 1/9: Impact Dance Program, Dole Hall 4:00pm

Enjoy these local youth do an encore performance of their holiday dances.

Saturday, 1/10: Magician Bill Cook, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Magician Bill Cook presented his act in Las Vegas and many other locales, winning national and international awards. Watch the tricks, and try to figure out how he does them.

Monday, 1/12: Catholic Mass led by Father Bill of St. Francis Xavier, Dole Hall 10:00am

Monday, 1/12: Ceci Wiselogel presents: Grandma Moses, the Artist, Dole Hall 2:00pm

Ceci returns to share her large collection on the art of Grandma Moses.

Tuesday, 1/13: IL/CL trip to Chicago’s History Museum, 9:15am to 12:30pm

Wednesday, 1/14: Flute Music with Marcia Hustad and Pianist Kathi Best, Albert Hall 2:15pm

Friday, 1/16: TED Talks, Education Room 3:00pm

Join us for this internet-based intellectual program. Enjoy three short informative lectures and discussions follow. See flyers for this month’s topics.

Friday, 1/16: Elmhurst College Lecture: Inamul Haq: Understanding Islam: The Religion and the Politics, Dole Hall 7:15pm

The lecture will consist of 3 parts: belief & practice; political history; and contemporary violence. Professor Inamul Haq is happy to address any questions. Professor Inamul Haq is Program Coordinator of Niebuhr Center for Faith & Action & Adjunct Professor of Islam at Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, IL. He is also an adjunct professor at Catholic Theological Union (CTU) in Hyde Park, Chicago. Previously Mr. Haq has been principal of Islamic Foundation School in Villa Park, recognized by the IL State Board of Education & accredited by North Central Association.

Monday, 1/19: Marge Klindera presents: “Just Butterball It” Dole Hall 1:00pm

Plymouth Place resident Marge Klindera is known as the Butterball Lady. She trains Butterball employees on how to answer phone inquiries about methods to cook their famous turkey during the holiday season.

Wednesday, 1/21: Claudia Stewart: Inflammation and Food Sensitivities, LL Fitness Room 9:30am

The workshop on Inflammation & Food Sensitivities will explain the hidden role that inflammation plays in many of our health concerns and how food sensitivities can cause some of the inflammation in our bodies. We will also discuss some methods of reducing the inflammation in our bodies and discovering and working around any food sensitivities. Sub-cellular inflammation is the number one cause of degenerative diseases and aging. Claudia is a Health and Weight Loss Coach at Tinnirello Chiropractic in Berwyn.

Thursday, 1/22: Common Fraud Schemes Targeting Elderly, Education Room 2:00pm

Fifth Third Bank will be discussing the top 5 most common fraud schemes targeting elderly. Also it’s important to update residents on the recent spike in debit and credit card hacks happening at merchants throughout the nation. We have some great tips to help safeguard your information better and alternative payment methods to use when appropriate.

Thursday, 1/22: Pianist Maralgua Darja and Singer Rob Cunningham, Dole Hall 7:15pm

Enjoy Maralgua Darja, pianist, and singer-guitarist Rob Cunningham. Rob is currently performing with the Chicago Lyric Opera.

Friday, 1/23: Current Events with George Plavac, LL Game Room 9:30am

Friday, 1/23: Plymouth Place Players Winter Show, Dole Hall 3:00pm

Enjoy 3 new plays written by resident Dick Best, and performed by our resident acting troupe.

Monday, 1/26: Singer Robbie Malkowski and Pianist David Turner, Albert Hall 2:30pm

Tuesday, 1/27: Accordion Player Joe Moroz, Albert Hall 2:15

Thursday, 1/29: Plymouth Place Chorus presents Season of Wonders Cantata, Pt.2, Dole Hall 2:30pm

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