Page 13-THE NEWS-November,1986
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The Chai'Lites Enjoy a Varied Program
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By Jane Abel
On Sept. 29, the Chai-Lites
had a special Membership
Day. Mayor Harvey Gantt
spoke to the group on con
cerns of senior citizens; a live
ly discussion followed. Chan
nel 9 televised the event which
was aired that evening on the
6 o’clock news. The Mayor
joined the Chai group for
lunch which was catered by
Phil’s Deli. Afterwards, Gerri
Bernard, flutist, and Elizabeth
Cleirke, harpist, both from
Chamber Music of Charlotte,
played a delightful selection of
songs specially arranged for
the flute and harp. The Chai-
Lites participated by singing
along and dancing the Hora
when a number of Jewish
songs were gJso performed.
Everyone thoroughly enjoyed
the program and will have
pleasant memories of the day.
The Chai-Lites are a group
of Senior Citizens who meet on
Mondays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
In Nov., there will be Arts and
Crafts sessions taught by
Bunnie Rogers, an instructor
for Central Piedmont Com
munity College, specializing in
Senior Adult Crafts. A current
events discussion will also be
led by Dr. Nancy Hewatt, a
professor at CPCC, who has a
doctorate in political science.
The group is also very involv
ed in the Golden Age Walking
Club. The distance each in
dividual walks is recorded on
a chart and at the end of the
year an awards banquet will be
held for those participating in
the program.
On Fridays, the Chai-Lites
Cultural Sampler
Though Spirit Square’s
presentation of the Joffrey
Ballet’s Joffrey II demce com
pany is completely sold out,
there is still time for you to
join your JCC friends for open
ing night of Charlotte Little
Theatre’s production of “Ain’t
Misbehavin’.” This musical
tribute to the music of the
great Fats Waller will open
on Thursday, March 12,1987.
The JCC’s Cultural Sampler
wiU conclude with a concert
by The Charlotte Symphony
on Wednesday, April 15,
featuring the works of Von
Weber, Mozart and Stravin
sky. Each performance is
preceded by a wine and cheese
mixer at the J.
Call Jackie Fishman at the
“J” (366-5007) for information
on ticket prices and avail
ability.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE
TUESDAY
1-4 p.m.
WITH JERRY HELMS
WOMANREACH
NOVEMBER 20
12:30-2:00 p.m.
Call Jackie 366-5007
for more information
are attending BodyWorks
which consists of non-stressful
exercises specifically designed
for Senior Citizens while sit
ting in their chairs. Then they
participate in the Shabbat pro
gram with the Hebrew Acad
emy. They set the tables and
join the students in Shabbat
festivities. At the end of the
program, each of them receive
a chgQlah and flowers. This is
a wonderful opportunity for
intergeneration^ companion
ship which is so important for
all.
The Outreach services of the
Charlotte and Mecklenburg
County libraries has lent the
Chai group approximately 75
books. The librarians will
change the selection every six
to eight weeks. This service
will allow any avid reader an
opportunity to use the library
on a regular basis.
The Chai-Lites will be atten
ding the Happy Hearts Sen
iors Craft Fair at the Park
Center Building the first week
of Nov. This Fair enables
Seniors to sell their handmade
crafts, demonstrate their
talents, and also meet other
Senior citizens. On Nov. 19,
the group will attend the
movies at Eastland Mall, free
of charge for Senior adults and
then eat lunch in the mall.
Also, the group has started a
luncheon club. Each month
they collectively select a
restaurant for lunch. A
Thanksgiving lunch will be
served to the Chai-Lites for a
nominal charge on Nov. 24.
One of the Chai-Lites has
been placed in a clerical posi
tion on a volunteer basis ap
proximately three hours per
week. She is working for the
Federation, Foundation and
JCC. Hopefully, more volun
teer positions be found for
those wanting to donate their
time.
If anyone is interested in
more information or has any
additional ideas about the
Chai group, please contact
Jane Abel, the Senior Adult
Worker, at 366-5007.
Chai-Lites dancing the Hora.
Gerri Bernard (L) and Elizabeth Clarke entertained the Chai-Lites.
Mayor Gantt speaks to the group.
Mayor Gantt joins the Chai-Lites for lunch.
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