The Residents Point February 2016

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1 The Residences at Seashore Point Concierge Condo Living in Provincetown The Residents Point February 2016 COMPUTER TUTOR Tuesday, February 2, 11am Tuesday, February 9, 11am Seashore Point collaborates with Provincetown Public Library to bring you Brittany Taylor, the Computer Tutor. FEBRUARY SESSIONS THE WORLD OF Covering basic and complex processes such as including photos and creating files in your account USING MICROSOFT WORD Get a better understanding of how to start, save, edit, change, and print documents. Ask how to inlcude graphics, photos, and merges! Call for parking info. MICHELLE GABOW, READING Monday, February 15, 4pm Hatches Harbor Room Writer Michelle Gabow was honored as the Roxbury Repertory Theatre s playwright laureate in Ten of her full-length plays have been produced in Boston. A frequent visitor to Provincetown, she lives in Jamaica Plain with Stella, her ornery but wise cat; Stanley, her inspiration; and Michelle Baxter, her love. Gabow will read from God Is A Dog: Lost & Found in Paris, her first book of short stories, which is about allowing ourselves no matter what age to be lost in order to be found. Call for parking info. SEASHORE POINT BOOK CLUB Friday, February 19, 10:30am, Grille Seashore Point collaborates with Provincetown Public Library to bring you Matt Clark who leads discussion of The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander. Book is available at Seashore Point Desk. Call for parking info. OPENING RECEPTION PAAM COLLECTION EXHIBITION Thursday, February 4, 4pm In collaboration with Provincetown Art Association and Museum, The Residences at Seashore Point presents an exhibition of historical and contemporary art selected from the PAAM collection. Curated by PAAM s director, Christine McCarthy, the exhibition offers 36 artworks created between 1914 and 2014 in a variety of media. Join us for her presentation about the works and context surrounding their creation and collection. Refreshments will be served! Call for parking info. ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUPS Thursday, February 11, 10:30-12, early-stage Thursdays, February 11 & 25, 3-4:30pm, for caregivers in the Seashore Point collaborates with the Alzheimer s Family Support Center of Cape Cod to offer these groups. Call for parking info. MEN S BREAKFAST Tuesday, February 16, 9am, Dining Room Seashore Point collaborates with the Council on Aging to present these get togethers, which are open to Seashore Point residents and sociable guests. Free will donation. RSVP by February 14. SEASHORE POINT HEALTHY LIVING SERIES SAVOR THE FLAVOR: PERSONAL MENUS Thursday, February 18, 2pm, Hatches Harbor Seashore Point dietician Maria Hollenberg discusses making informed food choices and mindful eating patterns through personal menus and sensible snax. RSVP and parking info.

2 February Special Events From the Executive Director Looking forward to our second brunch together this month and hoping you can join me on February 15! It has been a great start to 2016, and this year already seems to be flying by! Just a reminder that my door is always open, and my is always on, and I welcome your questions or thoughts at any time and truly appreciate them! Thanks to all who responded to the satisfaction survey last Fall. That feedback is invaluable and will help us continue to improve! Stay warm! February 13, 3pm,, The Damned Don t Cry, 1950, 103 min Joan Crawford stars in this film noir as a New York socialite who climbs the ladder of success man by man until a life among rich gangsters gives her what she thought she always wanted. MOVIE: SPECIAL SHOWING Thursday, February 4, 7:30pm, Last of the Blonde Bombshells, 2000, 84 min Judi Dench, Ian Holm. A widow finds comfort in an old friend: her saxophone. And a man from her past prompts her to reunite her all-girl bandmates who played all over England during World War II. February 7, 7:30pm, Max, 2015, 111 min In this drama based on real events, military dog Max is adopted by his trainer s family after he was killed in Afghanistan. Max s arrival helps them overcome grief and provides new clues about his death. February 14, 7:30pm, Little Boy, 2015, 106min Emily Watson, Tom Wilkinson. A boy with developmental challenges is devastated when his father, his lone friend, is drafted during World War II. Without his dad, the boy is determined to best the tormenting bullies at school. February 6, 3pm, Anna Christie, 1930, 89 min Greta Garbo, Charles Bickford and George Marion star in this adaptation of Eugene O Neil s play. A young woman reunites with her estranged father and falls in love with a sailor, but struggles to tell them about her dark past. Cotuit Center for the Arts Tour Thursday, February 11, 12:45 pm Lobby Join Sheila McGuinness for a road trip to see Balancing Act. This juried exhibition is organized by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and comprises work by fifty-four artists interpreting the theme. Seashore Point residents will enjoy a private tour led by one of the exhibiting artists. RSVP at the Concierge Desk by February 10; three people minimum for the van. Brunch with Joanna Monday, February 15, 10:30am Come get to know your Executive Director in this fun, social setting, while chatting and enjoying some treats from the kitchen!

3 February Special Events Community Wine Time & Dinner Remembering George Washington Thursday, February 18 4:45pm & 5:30pm, Dining Room Join your neighbors for some liquid refreshment, nosh and great conversation before a sumptuous dinner. RSVP at the Concierge desk by whether you re eating in the Dining Room or having Room Service. February 20, 3pm, The Lady Vanishes 1938, 96 mins Michael Redgrave, Margaret Lockwood and Paul Lukas star in this Hitchcock classic. While traveling in continental Europe, a rich young playgirl realizes that an elderly lady seems to have disappeared from the train. February 21, 7:30pm, A Little Chaos. 2015, 113 min Kate Winslet, Alan Rickman. When headstrong landscape designer Sabine De Barra is chosen to work on the gardens of King Louis XIV s opulent new palace at Versailles, she finds herself at odds with the project s famed chief architect, and thrust into a web of court intrigue. A Community Response Friday, February 26, 10:30am At a recent Talking Point meeting, residents expressed concern about how our community acknowledges and communicates about the loss of friends and neighbors. In response, Diana Gavoni, our part-time social worker, will offer an opportunity to discuss possibilities over coffee in the. Specializing in geriatric care management, she is excited to work toward improving the quality of life here. RSVP at the Concierge Desk. Yoga with Alison Dwyer Monday, February 22, 1:30pm Room Residents have asked to try yoga classes that are more spiritual than athletic, so Alison Dwyer a nurse practitioner and certified yoga instructor invites all residents to experience her approach. After the class, please let Sheila know how well it meets your needs. February 27, 3pm, The Long Hot Summer 1958, 115 min Based on William Faulkner stories, this stars Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward and Anthony Franciosa. Accused barn burner and con man Ben Quick arrives in a small Mississippi town and quickly ingratiates himself with its richest family, the Varners. Talking Point Tuesday,February 23, 7pm Hatches Harbor Room An opportunity to discuss with the management team current and upcoming news, events and community concerns. Joanne Colucci will discuss Seashore Point s marketing efforts and ways you can participate in spreading the word about our community. February 28, 7:30pm, The Farewell Party, 2015, 93min Inventor Yehezkel lives at a facility for the elderly, where he comes up with gadgets to assist his fellow seniors. When neighbor Max asks him to build a machine that will enable Max to take his own life, Yehezkel must decide whether to oblige.

4 Monday, 2.1 Tuesday, am Computer Tutor, 1pm Chair Exercises, Wednesday, am Coffee Hour Beach, Point Grille 11am Yoga, CANCELLED 2pm Dealer s Choice, Thursday, 2.4 4pm PAAM reception, 3rd floor lobby 7:30pm Movie: Last of the Blonde Bombshells, Point Rm Friday, :30-12:30pm Diana Gavoni, social worker, open hours, Be Well Corner 2:15pm Foot Spa, Be Well Corner 5pm Surprise Celebration! Happy Hour, Beach Point Grille Saturday, :15pm Opera, Lobby 1pm Chair Exercises, 3pm, Anna Christie, Sunday, 2.7 7:30pm, Max, Monday, 2.8 Chinese New Year Dinner Special, Dining Room Tuesday, am Computer Tutor, 1pm Chair Exercises, 2:15pm Afternoon Tea, Private Dining Wednesday, am Coffee Hour, Beach Point Grille 11am Yoga, 2pm Dealer s Choice, Thursday, :30-12 Alzheimer s Support Group, 12:45pm Art Tour, Cotuit Center for the Arts, Lobby 3-4:30pm Alzheimer s Caregivers Support Group, Point February Calendar Friday, :30-12:30pm Diana Gavoni social worker, Be Well Crnr 2:15pm Foot Spa, Be Well Corner 5pm Happy Hour, Beach Point Grille Saturday, pm Chair Exercises, 3pm, Damned Don t Cry, Sunday, 2.14 Valentine s Day Dinner Special, Dining Room 7:30pm, A Little Boy, Point Monday, :30am Brunch with Joanna, 4pm Michelle Gabow, reading, Hatches Harbor Room Tuesday, am Men s Breakfast, Dining Room 1pm Chair Exercises, Wednesday, am Coffee Hour Beach Point Grille 11am Yoga, 2pm Dealer s Choice, Thursday, pm Savor the Flavor with dietician Maria Hollenberg, Hatches Harbor Room 4:45pm Community Wine Time, Dining Room Foyer 5:30pm Community Dinner, Dining Room Friday, :30am Seashore Point Book Club, Beach Point Grille 10:30-12:30pm Diana Gavoni social worker, open hours, Be Well Corner 1:30pm Dr. Campo, Podiatrist, Be Well Corner CANCELLED 5pm Happy Hour, Beach Point Grille

5 FebruaryCalendar Saturday, pm Chair Exercises, 3pm, Lady Vanishes, Sunday, :30pm, A Little Chaos, Point Monday, :30 Yoga with Alison Dwyer, Tuesday, pm Chair Exercises, 2:15 Birthday Celebrations, Private Dining 7pm Talking Point, Hatches Harbor Wednesday, am Coffee Hour Beach Point Grille 11am Yoga, 2pm Dealer s Choice, February 1-6 Monday Fried chicken with mashed potato and corn Tuesday Beef Stew with Rosemary Bread Wednesday Veal Scaloppini over pasta Thursday Turkey, Cranberry Stuffing and Butternut Squash Friday Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Rice Pilaf and Asparagus Saturday Meatloaf, loaded mashed potato, steamed carrots February 7-13 Sunday Pork Chop with Red Miso, baked potato and sauteéd spinach Monday Chinese New Year Beef with Pea Pods, Fried Rice, Egg Roll, Pineapple, Fortune Cookie Tuesday Beer Battered Haddock deep fried, with fries and Cole Slaw Wednesday Chicken Pot Pie with mashed potatoes Thursday Spaghetti and Meatballs Friday Baked Scallops in White Wine, with roasted potatoes and root veggies Saturday Lamb Chops with Baked Potato and Asparagus February Sunday Valentine s Day Heart-shaped Lobster Ravioli with Butternut Squash Monday Shrimp Stir Fry served over Jasmine Rice Tuesday Baked Stuffed Haddock with Lemon Orzo and Peas Dinner Specials Thursday, :30pm Alzheimer s Caregivers Support Group, Point Friday, :30am Seashore Point Book Club, Beach Point Grille 10:30-11:30pm Brainstorm with Diana Gavoni, Community Response to Loss of Our SSP Friends & Neighbors, 11:30-12:30 Diana Gavoni, Open Hours, Be Well Corner 2:15pm Foot Spa, Be Well Corner 5pm Happy Hour, Beach Point Grille Saturday, pm Chair Exercises, 3pm, Long Hot Summer, Sunday, :30pm, The Farewell Party, Monday, 2.29 Wednesday Chicken Florentine served pasta with Asparagus Thursday Community Dinner celebrates George Washington s Birthday: Pork Tenderloin with black cherry sauce, sweet potato, green bean casserole, and Cherry Pie Friday Fried Scallop Plate with fries and Cole slaw Saturday Grilled Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa, Brown Rice, and Jicama Slaw February Sunday Duck a la Orange, twice-baked potato, snow peas Monday Beef Kabob served over white rice Tuesday Fresh Grilled Salmon with a dill sauce, wild rice and summer squash Wednesday Chicken Parmigiana served over angel hair Thursday Shepherd s Pie Friday Fried Shrimp Plate with Fries and three-bean salad Saturday Pineapple baked Ham with scalloped potato and Brussels sprouts Sunday Yankee Pot Roast, carrots, potato, celery and onions Monday Leap Year Day Lobster Mac & Cheese served with side of zucchini and garlic bread Please note: Winter Dinner Hours: 5-7pm nightly. Please inform the Concierge Desk if you are interested in the nightly special at the time your make your reservation.

6 The Residences at Seashore Point l Concierge Condo Living in Provincetown In & Around, Out & About EXPERIENCE PUCCINI S ASTOUNDING AND INNOVATIVE USE OF CHORUS AND ORCHESTRA SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 The Met Opera at Wellfleet discounted tickets are $12 each for Seashore Point residents, and seats on the van are going quickly. You still may sign up for worryfree transportation at the reduced rate of $22 per person. See Sheila for details. Puccini s Turandot 3 hr 15 min Saturday February 12:55 PM Leave 12:15 Return 4:45-ish, 2 seats left Puccini s Manon Lescaut 3 hr 8 min Saturday March 12:55 PM Leave 12:15 Return 4:45-ish, 1 seat left Puccini s Madama Butterfly 3 hr 18 min Saturday April 12:55 PM Leave 12:15 Return 4:45-ish, 3 seats left Donizetti s Roberto Devereux 3 hr 6 min Saturday April 12:55 PM Leave 12:15 Return 4:45-ish, ask about seats Strauss Elektra 1 hr 45 min Saturday May 12:55 PM Leave 12:15 Return 3:30-ish, 2 seats left PHOTOCOPIES Among the many services our Concierges are happy to provide at the desk are: selling stamps, making photocopies, arranging transportation, handling dinner reservations, etc. When purchasing stamps or photocopies, we request that you be prepared to pay in cash. Thank you! I gratefully acknowledge Marilyn Lober Colucci s candid photos on page 2, page 3 bottom, and page 6 top. Sheila Image right: Oliver Chaffee, Saliboats, courtesy of PAAM. Image page 2: Karl Knaths, Pumkin, courtesy PAAM. WHAT will also broadcast performances of the English National Opera, one of the world s most innovative theatrical opera production companies. The cost is $100 for the four-opera subscription, which may be ordered at Peter Grimes Sunday, February 14@2 PM Pirates of Penzance Sunday, February 28@2PM Benvenuto Cellini Sunday, April 3@2 PM La Traviata Sunday, April 17@2 PM