Alzheimer’s and Dementia Educational Seminar – March 29
- Date: March 29, 2018
- Time: 2:30 p.m.
- Place: Commons Activity Room, 200 Dominican Drive, Madison, MS
- Cost: FREE! Public welcome!
- RSVP by Monday, March 26th at (601) 856-0123 or email village@stdom.com
St. Catherine’s Village is hosting a free seminar with Professor and neurological expert Dr. Tom Mosley. He will share the latest advances in Alzheimer’s and dementia research happening now at the University Of Mississippi Medical Center’s MIND Center–a leader in the search to crack the code of Alzheimer’s disease. Also, take a virtual look at the new Gertrude C. Ford MIND Research Center in UMMC’s state-of-the-art Translational Research Center.
St. Catherine’s Village Featured in Well-Being Magazine
Mary Margaret Judy, Executive Director at St. Catherine’s Village, discusses the benefits of living in a Continuing Care Retirement Community with Well-being Magazine.
This article is shared with permission from Well-Being Magazine. It was originally published in the magazine’s January/February 2018 issue. For more from Well-Being visit www.wellbeingmag.com.
Ballet Magnificat
Kick off “Celebrate The Season” with a traditional performance by Ballet Magnificat!
Ballet Magnificat! is an arts organization dedicated to presenting the good news of Jesus Christ. Its professional touring companies have performed nationally and internationally, ministering to audiences in the United States as well as Czech Republic, Canada, Belize, Honduras, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Singapore, Germany, Netherlands, Slovakia, Poland, Belgium, Greece, France, Italy, Macedonia, Kosovo, Israel, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Cayman Islands, Switzerland, Korea, Philippines, and China. Under the direction of Kathy Thibodeaux, the touring companies bring spiritual concepts to life through the powerful medium of dance. The Artists of Ballet Magnificat! come from around the world to spread the life changing message of Jesus Christ.
Celebrate the Season
There’s so much happening throughout the season at St. Catherine’s Village. So no matter what holidays you observe, celebrate with us. Check back for specific activities and events during December.
Special Holiday events in December:
Tuesday, 5th
Party 2:30 pm
Marian Hall, Lakeview dining room.
Top O’ Dom Party!
Sign-up for the bus in the front lobby and join us at the top of St. Dominic Building for food & drinks. Hosted by St. Dominic’s Sisters and Staff. You will be there for approximately 1 hour before returning with the group based on the time you sign-up for. This a GREAT event with a wonderful view and good company!
Wednesday, 6th
Party 11 am
Campbell Cove in Atrium (same as last year)
Thursday, 7th
Party 11 am
In Hughes Center.
2-3 pm: SCV Christmas Party
In the Activity Room. Join us for a holiday celebration with entertainment by Sonja Loper and Fran along with our very own Helen Wetherbee and Alan Lessem! Light refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there in your “Merry Wear.”
Party 2-3 pm
In Commons Dining Room.
Monday, 11th
**NEW** 10:30 am: 2018 SCV Budget Review
With Scott Kersh.
**UPDATE** 10:30 am: Activity Committee Meeting
Moved to ‘The Club’ next to the Dining Room.
3 pm: SCV Christmas Choir Program
In the Activity Room.
Tuesday, 12th
Party 2:30 pm
In Siena 1 Dining Room.
Wednesday, 13th
Party 2:30 pm
In Siena 2 Dining Room.
Friday, 15th
Employee Party 2-3:15 pm
In Commons Activity Room.
Tuesday, 19th
**NEW** 3:30 pm: Bassoon Quartet Musical Performance
In the Activity Room.
Thursday, 21st
1:30-3:30 pm: Open House Decoration Tour
A list of the apartments and homes hosting will be sent out prior to the event. The bus will be transporting to the homes at 1:30 and 2:30 from the front lobby. Please sign-up for the bus in the front lobby prior to the event.
Friday, 22nd
10:30 am: Musical Performance by Nicholas McGowan and friends
(son of Assistant Director, David of Maintenance at SCV) Their harmony and skills will have you amazed! Activity Room.
Sunday, 31st
6:30-8 pm: New Year’s Eve Party
Entertainment by Dan Michael Colbert’s Band and a great spread of appetizers and drinks will be served. Come celebrate the new year with your friends at SCV!
Look forward to seeing you all throughout the month of December for ALL of the upcoming activities. If you have ANY questions, please stop by the Activity Office or call 601-856-0130.
Cheers!
Diana Cornette, Activity Coordinator
2017 Tax Review – October 24
- Date: October 24, 2017
- Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
- Place: Commons Activity Room, 200 Dominican Drive, Madison, MS
- Cost: FREE! Public welcome!
- RSVP by Monday, October 23rd at (601) 856-0123 or email village@stdom.com
St. Catherine’s Village is hosting a free seminar to discuss what’s important for seniors when filing their taxes, specifically as it relates to care and living expenses. Jan Lewis, CPA of Haddox Reid Eubanks Betts, PLLC will offer a review of 2017 tax policies and update pertinent information from the IRS. Get the best tips and strategies for managing your year-end taxes.
Belhaven Chamber Piano Recital – October 3
- Date: October 3, 2017
- Time: 10:30 a.m.
- Cost: FREE!
Directed by Professor of Music and Music Chair, Dr. Stephen Sachs. Program to be selected from works by: Chopin, Debussy, Messiaen, Mozart and Scarlatti
Sunset Dinner Boat Cruise On The Reservoir – October 12
- Date: October 12, 2017
- Time: 5 –9 p.m.
- Place: SIGN-UP on Bulletin Board
- Sign-up and pay the Activity Office by Friday, October 6th
DINNER MENU:
- BBQ Chicken
- Hot Dogs
- Hamburger w/ trimmings
- Potato Salad
- Cole Slaw
- Chips
- Dessert
- Assorted Cookies
Mayor’s Fun Walk – October 11
Let’s go walking Ridgeland…at the 2017 Mayor’s Fun Walk!
- Date: October 11, 2017
- Time: 9:00 a.m.
- Place: Begins at the Ridgeland Recreational Center
- Cost: FREE!
- Contact: Call Ridgeland Recreation & Parks at 601-856-6876
or e-mail Lynda.Assink@ridgelandms.org for more.
Mayor Gene McGee will lead us on an easy (light) walk using the beautiful multi-purpose trail. You may walk as little or as much as you want. We will return to the Ridgeland Recreational Center for refreshments, door prizes, and entertainment! Our entertainment will be the musical trio, “Sally, Tim, and Mike.” They will perform a medley of classic rock, Motown, blues, and folk music. Music for everyone to enjoy!
Pre-registration is requested. Registration forms were mailed to area senior adults in our monthly senior newsletter. Interested seniors can also access the form on the city’s website at www.ridgelandms.org, click on ‘Licenses, Forms and Permits’ and scroll down to ‘Recreation and Parks.’
Pre-register by mail, postmarked no later than Friday, October 6, 2017. T- shirts guaranteed to first 250 registrants. Registrations should be mailed to: Ridgeland Recreation & Parks, P.O. Box 217, Ridgeland, MS 39158 or you may drop off your registration form to Ridgeland City Hall (Ridgeland Recreation & Parks Office) or Ridgeland Recreational Center.
