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Aqua Exercises-Monday
June 21, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Chair Yoga with Julie 3
June 21, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Centergy Studio OR ID: 880 5533 6474 PW: Yoga
Chair Yoga with Julie—Chair & Standing Class
Feel the benefits of releasing tension while bringing awareness to your breath. This class uses a seated and standing format. The focus is on moving in a range that is right for your body, releasing tight muscles and improving balance. You'll feel rejuvenated and ready for your day. Perfect for beginners or seasoned students.
Instructor: Julie Hill
Women's Coffee 2
June 21, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Lobby
Women’s Coffee—Time to share your thoughts and experiences as you meet other women who have moved into this beautiful community.
Brain Games
June 21, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: MID: 791 406 9142 PW: 2699 Community Room
Brain Games—Each class we strive to hit the six key areas of cognitive function that are vulnerable in normal aging: long-term memory, working memory, executive functioning, attention to detail, multitasking, and processing speed. Anyone can improve their brain!
Lunch Out-Romano's Restaurant
June 21, 2021 @ 12:00 pm
Location: Trip
We will support Romano's Italian Restaurant. All welcome. Be sure to sign up with Amy at VitaLifestyles@ZocaloDevelopment.com Walking or carpooling.
Cardio Fit
June 21, 2021 @ 1:30 pm
Location: Zoom 874 8600 0889
Cardio Fit—Try a safe and heart-healthy aerobics class to energize your active lifestyle using low-impact movements that focus specifically on building upper-body and core strength plus cardio endurance. Modeled after a Silver Sneakers class.
Cribbage Game
June 21, 2021 @ 2:30 pm
Location: Community Room
Resident Led Game—Cribbage is a card game traditionally for two players, but can also be played with partners. There is a board and pegs which you move after playing and grouping cards gaining points. Very fun and easy to learn. All welcome, please reserve your spot today by calling or texting Jan C.
Summer Solstice Garden Party
June 21, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
Location: Amphitheater
Wear your best floral or “nature” attire and check out the amazing growth happening in our community gardens. The Garden Group invites all Vita residents to celebrate the Summer Solstice with a garden party & happy hour. Hosted at the amphitheater with live music provided by Rob Wivchar.
Rob Wivchar (Man of 1000 Songs) is a solo acoustic entertainer performs an astounding variety of music with a set list of over 600 songs, using his voice, harmonicas, and acoustic guitar. Copies of his Song Request List are handed out at his shows, allowing the audience to choose any selections they want to hear - everything from Oldies, 70s, 80s, Modern, Country to Classic Rock.
Aqua Exercise-Tuesday
June 22, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Tai Chi Tuesday
June 22, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Zoom MID: 468 230 4020 Centergy Studio
Tai Chi—Please join our community of friends as we journey into discovering the benefits and joy of learning tai chi. Originally developed for self defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that can improve flexibility, balance and agility while strengthening muscles and calming the minds. Together, in a step by step fashion, we will learn the low-impact, slow continues motions, that when put together, create a series of flowing movements which can help support better health and wellness. Join us for the fun!
Instructor: Rita Levine
Zoom MID: 468 230 4020 Centergy Studio
Let's Talk
June 22, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: Creative Lounge
Let’s Talk—This past year has been a strange and difficult time by presenting all of us with changes that have challenged our ability to live our lives as we had become accustomed. Depending on whether you have lived at Vita for several years, moved in since the pandemic began last March or have been here for a couple of weeks, opportunities to socialize and meet new people have been limited. “Let’s Talk” is a gathering of people, no matter how long you have been here, to meet with friends and make new friends while sharing some of your life-time adventures including how you have managed to survive this past year.
Facilitators: Dan Jonas and Judy Lounsberry
Great Course: Winston Churchill
June 22, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Great Course: Winston Churchill —No one was more intimately involved in the great events of the early 20th century than Winston Churchill. He was an innovator in understanding the impact of technology on warfare, and he was recognized as a war hero. He soon became a best-selling author, millionaire, and began a long career as a member of Parliament. Lead by: Resident, Rich Spong
6/22 The Legacy of Churchill
Experienced Chicago Bridge Group
June 22, 2021 @ 2:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Experienced Chicago Bridge Group—This group is open to those who have played bridge before and want to get back in the game. Any questions: see Amy in the Vita office. . Be sure to get your name on the list!
Vita Cares Team
June 22, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Vita Cares Team Meeting—Anyone interested in being part of the Vita volunteer group should join today. The group is looking for new projects. Bring your suggestions. Additionally, we will hear a short presentation from Angelic Village on what they are all about and how we could partner together for the 3rd quarter. This group is dedicated to making Vita a better place to live, grow and play.
Cardio Strength and Flexibility
June 23, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PC: 625028 And Centergy Studio
Cardio Strength and Flexibility-Join Cera and your fellow Vita residents for a fitness class combining cardio movements with strength training and flexibility. Low-impact movements focused on getting your heart rate elevate and strengthening your entire body; followed by a cool down with a focus on flexibility and breath. Please bring light weights.
Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853
PC: 625028
And Centergy Studio
Aqua Exercise-Wednesday
June 23, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Mid-Week Mindful Meditation
June 23, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PW: 625 028 and Community Room
Mindful Meditation—Practice a meditation or mindfulness technique and share insightful conversation. No previous experience in meditation techniques is required. Each session will run for 30 minutes a variety of meditation and mindfulness techniques will be covered in the class. Cera believes that the foundation of a happy and fulfilled life begins with the cultivation of awareness of which mindfulness and meditation are important tools. “It is truly never too late to start a mindfulness practice.” Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PW: 625 028 and Community Room
Drop-In Painting
June 23, 2021 @ 10:30 am
Location: Creative Lounge
Drop-In Painting—Join other Vita painters for camaraderie, inspiration and relaxation during our new informal drop-in painting sessions. Start something new or work on a piece you’ve already begun. No instruction but all supplies will be provided - easel, canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, etc. Very low key - all experience levels welcome.
Collective Effervescence; A Journey of Joy Through Group Movement
June 23, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: Centergy Studio
Collective Effervescence; A Journey of Joy Through Group Movement—Come together and move organically with fellow Vita residents. Explore a variety of movement styles originating from practices like world dance, martial arts, yoga, and mindful movement. No need for any type of movement or dance experience. This class will focus on using your body in ways that feel good and connect you to your true nature and to the group. This class will include movement in a standing position with some seated time in a chair. We will move in all directions and on all planes. Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Lunch Out Suggestion Group
June 23, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
DO you love eating out? Do you have suggestions of where the Vita community to go this summer? If so, we want to hear from you. Bring your yummy suggestions to this meeting today.
Vita Book Club
June 23, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Vita Book Club—
June’s Book: Dutch House by Ann Patchett Each person will have to find themselves a copy. Amy can support if needed.
Ann Patchett, the New York Times bestselling author of Commonwealth and State of Wonder, returns with her most powerful novel to date: a richly moving story that explores the indelible bond between two siblings, the house of their childhood, and a past that will not let them go.
Bunco Game
June 23, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Resident Led Game—Bunco is a dice game played with groups of 4 players who play in pairs. Players try to score points while throwing 3 dice in a series of six rounds. Bunco is achieved when a person rolls three-of-a-kind and all three numbers match the round number. Bunco is fun and easy to learn. All welcome, please reserve your spot today by calling or texting Dorothy M.
Aqua Exercise-Thursday
June 24, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Tai Chi Thursday
June 24, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Centergy Studio and Zoom ID: 468 230 4020
Tai Chi—All levels are invited as Rita explores stress relieving moves that anyone can benefit from doing. This class invites you to take the first step on your journey to better health and wellness.
Finding Relief Through Motion
June 24, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: MID: 250 061 602 or Centergy Studio
Finding Relief Through Motion—This class is geared toward people of all ages who deal with chronic or occasional pain including low back pain, shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis, hand and wrist pain and more. The class will help you create new muscle memory to improve your posture and your overall wellbeing.
Instructor: Stasia Humphreys
Hand and Foot Card Game
June 24, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Hand and Foot Card Game—If you like playing cards and wish you could play for hours, then Hand and Foot might be the card game for you. Grab a beverage and several decks of cards. The object of this game is to be the first person to discard all your cards. Even if you have never played, the resident-led group will teach you today!
New Resident Meet Up
June 24, 2021 @ 2:00 pm
Location: Lobby
New Resident Meet Up—(Powered by the VCT) Another great way to connect with neighbors and find out more about your new home. Just show up and chat with other residents who live at Vita.
Great Decisions--(Discussion leaders wanted)
June 24, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions briefing book, watching the DVD and meeting in a discussion group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. (Discussion leaders wanted)
Each year, eight topics are chosen by a panel of experts. Some of the topics are:
The future of Persian Gulf security
Brexit: taking stock and looking ahead
The coldest war: toward a return to Great Power competition in the Arctic?
The end of globalization?
Back Nine Tournament League
June 24, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
Location: Amphitheatre
Back Nine Tournament—Come out and play a game of Putt, Putt on the back nine to burn off some of those dinner calories. Please bring your own putter and ball if you have one. Weather Permitting
Chair Yoga with Lea-Ann
June 25, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: ID: 896 054 506 Password: 063867
Chair Yoga with Lea-Ann promotes overall well-being through breathing techniques, stretching, posture, flexibility, balance, strength and relaxation in a chair or standing with chair support, as your body allows. Bring water and a smile! ID: 896 054 506
Password: 063867
Aqua Exercise-Friday
June 25, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Mindful Meditation
June 25, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PW: 625 028
Mindful Meditation—Practice a meditation or mindfulness technique and share insightful conversation. No previous experience in meditation techniques is required. Each session will run for 30 minutes a variety of meditation and mindfulness techniques will be covered in the class. Cera believes that the foundation of a happy and fulfilled life begins with the cultivation of awareness of which mindfulness and meditation are important tools. “It is truly never too late to start a mindfulness practice.”
Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853
PW: 625 028
Brain Games(Friday)
June 25, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: MID: 791 406 9142
Brain Games—Each class, we strive to laugh and learn something new while engaging in a variety of games that challenge your brain. See you there and bring a friend!
Mah Jongg
June 25, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Mah Jongg Game—This small group is playing in person via their i-Pads and laptops. You can learn the game and meet some new folks, safely. Contact Amy for details.
Storytelling with Nonagenarians
June 25, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Come listen to the stories of our Vita Nonagenarians. This 90+ age group, the oldest 98 and several youngsters at 90, would love to have anyone who wants to find out “how it was then” join them. You ask; they tell. Despite pauses for hearing aid adjustments, the stories they’re telling each other have pushed their allotted one-hour meeting to 3+, some lingering even longer (duration linked to topic). Topics: Survival in cars of the 1930s lavishly equipped with an ash trays; How to follow a football game on an AM radio—etc. Be prepared for some laughs and some good advice. Looking forward to how this group will evolve/enhance over time.
Summer Reading Suggestions
June 25, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Summer Reading Suggestions—Lisa Casper works for Douglas County Libraries as the Community Relations Director who does library events. Prior to the pandemic, she also spent many years with the Tattered Cover. Join her as she shares some hot summer reading suggestions.
Summer Reading Suggestions
June 25, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
Summer Reading Suggestions—Lisa Casper works for Douglas County Libraries as the Community Relations Director who does library events. Prior to the pandemic, she also spent many years with the Tattered Cover.
Friendly Fridays
June 25, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Friendly Fridays —If you are looking to connect with some new folks, this is a great social opportunity! All welcome!
Saturday Afternoon Games
June 26, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Dominoes game of Mexican train, rummikub, canasta and more! If you are looking for something fun to do and want to meet new people, here’s your opportunity. All welcome. Please wear your mask.
Aqua Exercises-Monday
June 28, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Chair Yoga with Julie
June 28, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Centergy Studio Zoom ID: 880 5533 6474 PW: Yoga
Chair Yoga with Julie—Chair & Standing Class
Feel the benefits of releasing tension while bringing awareness to your breath. This class uses a seated and standing format. The focus is on moving in a range that is right for your body, releasing tight muscles and improving balance. You'll feel rejuvenated and ready for your day. Perfect for beginners or seasoned students.
Instructor: Julie Hill
Brain Games(Monday)
June 28, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: Community Room MID: 791 406 9142 PW: 2699
Brain Games-Remain sharp by challenging your mind. Each session, will offer different games...come find out which is your favorite!
Cardio Fit
June 28, 2021 @ 1:30 pm
Location: MID: 874 8600 0889
Cardio Fit—Try a safe and heart-healthy aerobics class to energize your active lifestyle using low-impact movements that focus specifically on building upper-body and core strength plus cardio endurance. Modeled after a Silver Sneakers class.
Cribbage Games
June 28, 2021 @ 2:29 pm
Location: Community Room
Resident Led Game—Cribbage is a card game traditionally for two players, but can also be played with partners. There is a board and pegs which you move after playing and grouping cards gaining points. Very fun and easy to learn. All welcome, please reserve your spot today by calling or texting Jan C.
Aqua Exercise-Tuesday
June 29, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Tai Chi Tuesday
June 29, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Zoom MID: 468 230 4020 Centergy Studio
Tai Chi—Please join our community of friends as we journey into discovering the benefits and joy of learning tai chi. Originally developed for self defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that can improve flexibility, balance and agility while strengthening muscles and calming the minds. Together, in a step by step fashion, we will learn the low-impact, slow continues motions, that when put together, create a series of flowing movements which can help support better health and wellness. Join us for the fun!
Instructor: Rita Levine
Zoom MID: 468 230 4020 Centergy Studio
Fitness Class Suggestion Meeting
June 29, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Creative Lounge
What fitness opportunities would you like to see at Vita?
Experienced Chicago Bridge Group
June 29, 2021 @ 2:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Experienced Chicago Bridge Group—This group is open to those who have played bridge before and want to get back in the game. Any questions: see Amy in the Vita office. . Be sure to get your name on the list!
Hiking Group Meeting
June 30, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Community Room
Hiking Group—Will explore Elk Meadow Park. If you’d like to join, be sure to sign up with Amy the day before. We will be carpooling. Suggestions: Wear the proper shoes and clothes and be sure you bring water and a snack. These hikes will be about 3-4 miles. Medium skill level with a flat gravel surface. (No dogs.)
Aqua Exercise-Wednesday
June 30, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Pool
Aqua Exercises—Stay active this summer in our salt water pool. Splash around purposefully during the Wet and Wonderful workout class from the instructional CD. There are three 20 minute sessions. Bring your own noodle.
Cardio, Strength and Flexibility
June 30, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Location: Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PC: 625028 And Centergy Studio
Cardio Strength and Flexibility-Join Cera and your fellow Vita residents for a fitness class combining cardio movements with strength training and flexibility. Low-impact movements focused on getting your heart rate elevate and strengthening your entire body; followed by a cool down with a focus on flexibility and breath. Please bring light weights.
Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853
PC: 625028
And Centergy Studio
Mid-Week Mindful Meditation
June 30, 2021 @ 10:00 am
Location: Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PW: 625 028 and Community Room
Mindful Meditation—Practice a meditation or mindfulness technique and share insightful conversation. No previous experience in meditation techniques is required. Each session will run for 30 minutes a variety of meditation and mindfulness techniques will be covered in the class. Cera believes that the foundation of a happy and fulfilled life begins with the cultivation of awareness of which mindfulness and meditation are important tools. “It is truly never too late to start a mindfulness practice.” Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Zoom ID: 949 2286 7853 PW: 625 028 and Community Room
Drop-In Painting
June 30, 2021 @ 10:29 am
Location: Creative Lounge
Drop-In Painting—Join other Vita painters for camaraderie, inspiration and relaxation during our new informal drop-in painting sessions. Start something new or work on a piece you’ve already begun. No instruction but all supplies will be provided - easel, canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, etc. Very low key - all experience levels welcome.
Collective Effervescence; A Journey of Joy Through Group Movement
June 30, 2021 @ 11:00 am
Location: Centergy Studio
Collective Effervescence; A Journey of Joy Through Group Movement—Come together and move organically with fellow Vita residents. Explore a variety of movement styles originating from practices like world dance, martial arts, yoga, and mindful movement. No need for any type of movement or dance experience. This class will focus on using your body in ways that feel good and connect you to your true nature and to the group. This class will include movement in a standing position with some seated time in a chair. We will move in all directions and on all planes. Instructor: Cera Meintzer
Bob's Burger Potluck Event
June 30, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
Location: Pool Deck and Community Room
Back by popular demand, resident Bob Fitzpatrick will fire up the grill to cook the Vita community his famous burgers.
Vita will provide burgers, condiments and non-alcoholic beverages. Bring your beverages and a side dish to share. If you’d like to join the potluck and reserve one of Bob’s Burgers, contact Amy no later than Monday, June 28th.
Bunco Games
June 30, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
Location: Community Room
Resident Led Game—Bunco is a dice game played with groups of 4 players who play in pairs. Players try to score points while throwing 3 dice in a series of six rounds. Bunco is achieved when a person rolls three-of-a-kind and all three numbers match the round number. Bunco is fun and easy to learn. All welcome, please reserve your spot today by calling or texting Dorothy M.
Plein Air Painting Outdoor Watercolor
July 7, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Hudson Gardens
Plein Air Painting Outdoor Watercolor—Enjoy the inspiration of beautiful Hudson Gardens as we paint outdoors. Under the guidance of our watercolor teacher you will learn techniques for painting beautiful botanical watercolor images. You will go home a collection of images and watercolor supplies that you can keep for painting outside of class as well.
Instructor: Kathleen Wucherpfennig
We plan to help coordinate carpooling efforts. When you reserve your spot, please let us know if you are a driver, passenger or walker.
Plein Air Painting Outdoor Watercolor
July 21, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Hudson Gardens
Plein Air Painting Outdoor Watercolor—Enjoy the inspiration of beautiful Hudson Gardens as we paint outdoors. Under the guidance of our watercolor teacher you will learn techniques for painting beautiful botanical watercolor images. You will go home a collection of images and watercolor supplies that you can keep for painting outside of class as well.
Instructor: Kathleen Wucherpfennig
We plan to help coordinate carpooling efforts. When you reserve your spot, please let us know if you are a driver, passenger or walker.
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