2021Spring Semester JANUARY THROUGH APRIL
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2021 Spring Semester JANUARY THROUGH APRIL
Hello and thank you for your interest in Watermark University! The foundation of Watermark University (WU) is to provide meaningful opportunities to learn, teach and grow, resulting in a life of overall well-being. Research shows that learning and keeping our mind active and sharp supports healthy aging. At Watermark Retirement Communities® we are committed to encouraging our residents and associates to lead balanced lives, full of meaning and purpose, grounded in self-awareness and infused with curiosity. Our Watermark University courses help achieve this goal. By focusing on the Seven Dimensions of Well-being: Physical, Social, Intellectual, Spiritual, Emotional, Environmental, and Vocational we offer the opportunity to achieve a balanced life and we see the benefits across the country in every class, every day. Sincerely, The Community Life Director Anna Kurtz
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION ABSTRACT ART AND FIRST AND THIRD PRINTMAKING ANNA KURTZ MONDAY OF THE LIBRARY/LOUNGE WORKSHOP MONTH 3:00 PM Art is a useful visual language to help us think, express and communicate our emotions and ideas. The primary focus of this class is to improve your ability in your chosen artistic medium by extracting ideas from life and working to develop an individual sense of creativity. This class encourages you to learn basic techniques such as shading and perspective, color mixing, presentation and experiment with various mediums such as ink, watercolor, acrylic or oil. In this workshop, you will be provided with lots of how-to- help and given as much guidance as you wish. So start furthering your exploration of painting, drawing and design in this weekly art workshop! FIRST AND BIBLE STUDY ANNE SHARPE THIRD WEDNESDAY AT MARK DINING ROOM 11:00 AM Let’s dig into God’s Word! Bible Study includes a discussion of the authority and inspiration of scripture and is designed to challenge participants to ask questions, grow in your understanding of scripture and live your faith with confidence. Join Resident Anne Sharpe every other Wednesday morning as he discusses how the bible has nourished and directed believers’ lives throughout history and encourages you to follow in the footsteps of Jesus and let him lead the way. SECOND AND CONCERNED CITIZENS DAVID DAVIS FOURTH TUESDAYS AT AUDITORIUM MEETING 11:00 AM The ballots have been cast and President Trump has been in office for just about a year. This Spring, the Concerned Citizens are interested in discussing the State of the Union and current political climate. From local school taxes to statewide ballot issues, Watermark’s concerned citizens are getting involved in hot topics and speaking out about pressing matters our country is currently facing. You won’t want to miss this heated debate as the Concerned Citizens take a stand, listen to opposing viewpoints and see what is in store for the future.
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION TWICE A MONTH: REFER CRAFTER'S CORNER ANNA KURTZ TO CALENDAR FOR MARK DINING ROOM DATES & TIMES Expect to be delighted by crafters corner! Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a want-to-be crafter, this is the perfect class for you. Each month we will create seasonally festive crafts of all kinds. No skills required, this class is meant to be a fun way to celebrate the season. During fall, we utilize beautiful colors from nature such as greens, yellows, and reds to create various beautiful pieces of art. Crafter's corner covers all crafts from wreath making to pumpkin carving. Crafter's Corner is the perfect opportunity to create personalized homemade gifts for your loved ones. You will be pleasantly surprised by how professional your creations will look. ONCE A MONTH: REFER JULIE RINGENARY AND CLASSIC COCKTAILS TO CALENDAR FOR LIBRARY/LOUNGE BERNICE HIGGINS DATES AND TIMES Do you love making people happy, making friends, and being the life of the party? Do you enjoy a nice drink (or two) at the end of the day and appreciate a well-balanced libation? This classic cocktail course is for you! Knowing how to make classic cocktails is important. There's only one problem: There are a lot of them. Unless you're a bartender, there's no way you'll remember what goes into a Sazerac or the proportions of a Moscow Mule. Luckily, this course will offer hands-on instructions and demonstrations on how to make these iconic drinks- from a Manhattan to a Daiquiri to a simple whiskey on the rocks. So check out our course and get shaking (and stirring) - because when you want a margarita, you should know how to make a good one. DOCUMENTARY FIRST WEDNESDAY AT SCREENING AND SARAH JOBES AUDITORIUM 1:00 PM DISCUSSION Film has the power to bring tears to our eyes, make us laugh until we can’t breathe, or keep us up all night thinking. In terms of evoking the latter, no genre is as effective as the documentary. The Watermark Documentary Discussion group will meet twice a month, where we will watch and discuss some of the best documentaries ever made. As well as critically acclaimed films, we will also cover relevant topical documentaries and suggestions from the group. Each month, we will stream a different documentary in the Auditorium and host a post-movie discussion once the film is over.
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION TWICE A MONTH: REFER FAMOUS ANNA KURTZ TO CALENDAR FOR AUDITORIUM PHILADELPHIANS DATES AND TIME Show some support for The City of Brotherly Love! Each month, Anna will be profiling a different Famous Philadelphian. Philadelphia is home to many prominent figures of history, entertainment, politics, and beyond. Learn more about the city and all of the wonderful people who are proud to be Philadelphians, just like you! During this presentation you will enjoy video clips, photography, and much more! FIT BRAINS: EVERY FRIDAY AT 10:30 SARAH JOBES THE MARK COGNITIVE TRAINING AM Brain-training research is still young, but studies suggest that some forms of mental exercise have positive effects and lasting benefits on one’s memory and attention. “Brain Training” is one of the hottest new trends in self-improvement and courses are designed to improve cognitive abilities and keep your brain fit! Join Sarah each Friday as she presents puzzles, riddles, word games and math problems that are fun, challenging and are wonderful workouts for you noggin! TWICE A MONTH: REFER HISTORY OF THE ANNA KURTZ TO CALENDAR FOR LIBRARY/LOUNGE HOLIDAY DATES AND TIMES We invite you to join us for History of the Holiday, an exciting class complete with thematic food, drink, and music! Each month, we will focus on the history and traditions of a specific holiday or event. We will be digging deep to uncover how the holiday became the way it is today. Where did the traditions come from? Who started them? How have they changed? All of these questions and more will be answered during History of the Holiday.
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION ONCE A MONTH: REFER BEER TASTING STEVE STEFANELLI TO CALENDAR FOR MARK DINING ROOM DATES AND TIME Whether you’re craving the most popular national beer or the newest, craziest, must-have microbrew, Steve is to the rescue. Guide to Beer is geared towards beginners who enjoy drinking beer but may not know how to talk about it and is also appropriate for those who are interested in furthering their appreciation for craft brews. Structured around a series of easy-to-follow classes, this guide will provide you with a brief history of the origins of beer and the evolution of the brewing process. Steve will also break down the elements that cause beer's flavors to range in distinctively different and delicious directions, hopping from lagers and pilsners to hazy wheat beers, Belgian-style abbey and Trappist ales, aromatic pale ales and bitter IPAs, roasty stouts, barrel-aged brews, belly-warming barley wines, and mouth-puckering sour ales. Of course, monthly tastings will be encouraged! HEALTH & WELLNESS SECOND WEDNESDAY AT SHARLIE LEWIS MARK DINING ROOM LECTURES 2:00 PM Listen in as Sharlie Lewis, RN and Health and Wellness Director at The Watermark at Logan Square, provides cutting-edge health information to empower residents to make better health choices. These discussions will offer an in-depth look at individual health concerns such as diabetes, chronic pain and cancer. Each lecture is followed by a question-and-answer period. Feel free to make a request concerning the next seminar’s health topic! INDULGENCE: AN ONCE A MONTH: REFER ARTISINAL CHOCOLATE JILL MIGLIORE TO CALENDAR FOR DATE AUDITORIUM MAKING WORKSHOP AND TIME Have you ever wanted to make beautiful chocolates with the guidance from an experienced chocolatier? Here’s your golden ticket. This new course, led by our own Jill Migliore, is designed to teach participants how to use fun and innovative molds to create your own chocolate bars and confections. Using premium chocolates, you’ll create much-loved American classics as Jill guides you through the intricacies of dipping and decorating each sweet with her decades of experience and passion for the art of chocolate. This semester we will be celebrating the fall season by creating confections featuring symbols of the season including pumpkins and leaves. Everyone will have the opportunity to build their own chocolate goodie bag to take home and enjoy or give as a gift.
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION FIRST AND THIRD INTRO TO PAPER ANNA KURTZ WEDNESDAY AT 11:00 AUDITORIUM QUILLING AM Quilling is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. During this course, you will learn basic quilling techniques and apply them to create gorgeous pieces of art! Beautifully stylized and with a clever use of color to create exciting effects, these projects look fabulous framed, used as greetings cards or hung as decorations around the home. The projects we will execute vary in design and will appeal to beginners and experienced quillers alike. You will be provided with step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. Let's get crafty! JOURNEY THROUGH FIRST AND FOURTH ANNA KURTZ LIBRARY/LOUNGE JOURNALING TUESDAY AT 3:00 In this course, we will offer prompts and free writing time in addition to the opportunity to share your thoughts and words with the group. Group journaling transforms an enriching experience of solitude into a powerful experience of community. We will delve into topics including our past memories as well as our current experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic. This class will prompt you to record your experiences in this extremely unique and significant moment in history, a time that must be remembered in order to be learned from in the future. Beyond that, journaling has been scientifically proven to have great health benefits! Journaling reduces stress, improves memory, boosts mood, and strengthens emotional functions. LOGAN SQUARE FIRST AND LAUGHERS: IMPROV SARAH JOBES THIRD TUESDAYS AT AUDITORIUM CLASS 11:00 AM Whether you're an experienced actor or a newbie to the stage, come try out Improv comedy! Sarah will be bringing her theater background to the Watermark in the form of improv! What is improv, you ask? Improv is short for "improvisational theater" - and can apply to comedy, drama, and beyond. Discover the basic vocabulary and techniques behind the art of improv through scenes, games and exercises in a fun, supportive environment. This course will have you laughing all morning long!
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION STRETCHING AND MONDAY- FRIDAY AT ROGER MALLERY EXERCISE ROOM BALANCE 1:30 PM The focus of this class is to learn proper stretching techniques to help get the body loose, as well as help with aches and pain. Roger will teach you innovative techniques on how to stay balanced. You will learn different ways to turn, bend, stretch as well as use your core to help alleviate pain in different parts of the body that may be problematic due to stiffness, arthritis, etc. Join us in learning how to breathe, stretch and get loose! STILL LIFE WATERCOLOR FIRST WEDNESDAY AT SARAH JOBES LIBRARY/LOUNGE PAINTING 3:00 PM In our Still Life Watercolor course, we will take time to re-see everyday objects and find the beauty in things commonplace by painting deliberately arranged items. This course is designed for those who have no or little experience in watercolor and will focus on getting comfortable with watercolor painting techniques and enjoying the process of painting. Those who do consider themselves the “creative type” should still give this course a go, just to try something new and joyful. You may awake your inner artist yet. SOULFUL RHYTHM & SECOND AND FOURTH ROGER MALLERY LIBRRAY/LOUNGE BLUES FRIDAY AT 3:00 PM "Rhythm and Blues" most often describes a style of music that developed after World War II that combines elements of pop, gospel, blues and jazz with a strong backbeat. When it comes to things with long and complex histories (like music), we tend to forget just how strongly the present has been influenced by the past. Pop music today is diverse and draws from many different genres; however, many of these present day styles would not exist without the strong influence of the rhythm and blues. Throughout the mid-20th century, rhythm and blues music dominated the music charts and dramatically altered race relations in the United States. During Soulful Rhythm and Blues, we will gather discuss this rich history and its players as we listen to the greatest hits and old favorites of the genre TWICE A MONTH: PLEASE MASTER APARTMENT ANNA KURTZ REFER TO CALENDAR FOR MARK DINING ROOM GARDENING WITH ANNA DATES AND TIMES Beginning to garden? This class is for you. This is a most elementary class for the person who asks where do I start? What do I plant? What is an annual? What is a perennial? Join Jill each month as she uncovers a new gardening tip, demonstrates the basics of planning and sustaining different types of gardens and teaches the importance of good soil and proper planting. This summer, we will compose herb gardens, terrarium gardens as well as throw a gardening party to harvest our ripe red tomatoes and peppers. Come and see if you have a green thumb and enjoy the delightful summer breeze as we dig in the dirt!
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION SECOND AND FOURTH NO BAKE DESSERTS ANNA KURTZ LIBRARY/LOUNGE MONDAY AT 3:00 PM No Bake Desserts are delicious sweet treats that are made without the use of an oven. They are low effort, innovative, and require little equipment to prepare, making them an ideal option for in-apartment "baking". Many of these no bake dessert recipes have just a handful of simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Attendees of the No Bake Desserts Workshop will always walk away with a new recipe to surprise friends and family with. Everyone will leave this class with a delightful take- home dessert! PLEASE REFER TO ONE DAY UNIVERSITY ANNA KURTZ CALENDAR FOR DATES AUDITORIUM LECTURE SERIES AND TIMES Every university has a few professors who are wildly popular. One Day University works with these professors to develop fascinating lectures designed to inform and inspire. These professors, who have won countless teaching awards and earned the highest possible ratings from their students on campus, provide hundreds of online lectures- both prerecorded and streamed live. Whether you are already an expert in such varied topics as history, politics, the arts or business, or simply looking to expand your horizons and learn something new, you are sure to find a captivating online lecture in the One Day University video library. 1ST AND 3RD POP CULTURE ANNA KURTZ THURSDAYS OF THE MARK DINING ROOM THURSDAYS MONTH Join Anna for an exciting discussion and exploration of different trends, fashions and favorites of the past. Reminisce about your favorite things from the past, see what has made a comeback, and learn about different trends from around the world! We will discuss everything from celebrity couples to trendy food & beverage. During this light hearted discussion, you may learn new things about your fellow friends and neighbors. SENIORS FOR PEACE EVERY MONDAY AT 11:00 RESIDENT LEADERS MARK DINING ROOM WORKSHOP AM Seniors for Peace is a group of senior citizens who are committed to the search for world peace, social justice and genuine democracy. Each week, this group holds meetings to discuss current political issues and to arrive at lines of action to highlight and remedy acts of violence and other injustices. Together, they join in a combined effort to carry the Peace message forward. With like-minded residents and efforts from the greater community, it is their hope that peace, love and justice will prevail on Earth.
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION SHORT STORY ANN JOHNSTON & MARY 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY AT MARK DINING ROOM DISCUSSION JONTRY 11:00 AM We believe that the short story is one of the most exciting and important literary forms. Not everyone has time or patience to finish a long book. With the short story club, you can get a chance to fulfill the need to read and the ability to discuss your opinions with your peers who have also read it. Whether you’re a fast reader or someone who likes to take their time and read the story a few times, we welcome you. EVERY TUESDAY AND SIT AND SCULPT ROGER MALLERY EXERCISE ROOM THURSDAY AT 12:30 PM Who says you can’t get a full workout in a chair? Join us for a workout designed for those who may have limited mobility (wheelchair/walker) or have difficulty going from the sitting/standing position. You will get a full body workout all from the comfort of a chair. We will work on a variety of upper/lower body exercises designed to help keep your body in shape and keep your reflexes just as sharp. SPORTS REVIEW AND SECOND AND 4TH BOB CRAIG MARK DINING ROOM HOT TOPICS WEDNESDAY AT 11:00 The Sport Review delivers a unique mix of breaking news, shareable content and reporting on the world's most popular sports. During this class there will be a discussion of current information about local and national sports teams, headline news, scores, analysis, schedules and conversation on games of interest. This is great opportunity to meet other sports enthusiasts. ONCE A MONTH: REFER SCOTCH TASTING APRIL MACDONALD TO THE CALENDAR FOR AUDITORIUM DATE & TIME In our Scotch-tasting course, we will sample and learn all things Scotch. Scotch is technically whisky (spelled without the "e") that has been distilled and matured in Scotland. It is made mostly from malted barley Scotch, in layman's terms, tastes a lot like bourbon, but with a trademark "bite" dragging along the back of your tasting. This is the reason some people stay away from Scotch, but for others, it's an acquired taste that only makes the experience richer. In this course, we will taste various Scotches from different regions and learn about their histories and how they are made.
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION THREE TIMES A MONTH: REFER TO TED TALKS ANNA KURTZ AUDITORIUM CALENDAR DATES AND TIMES TED is a global community, welcoming people from every discipline and culture who seek a deeper understanding of the world. We believe passionately in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and, ultimately, the world. Each session will be comprised of several TED talks revolving around a similar theme. Come learn something new and hear from world-renowned experts in different fields. ONE A MONTH: REFER TO VIRTUAL PLAYWRIGHT DIANE STEINBRINK THE CALENDAR FOR AUDITORIUM LECTURE DATE & TIME Love reading plays or going to the theater? Join actress and director, Diane Steinbrink for a riveting discussion on some of the world's most famous playwrights. Each class, Diane will focus on a different playwright and offer insight on their career and personal life. Learn about what inspires these authors, if their plays are based off of true events, and how they got their start. Diane will also act out some of the most compelling scenes from each play. Following the presentation, Comments and questions from the audience will be welcome. VIRTUAL SENIOR STAGE EVERY WEDNESDAY AT STEPHEN HATZAI ZOOM WORKSHOP 11:30 AM Senior Stage Workshop is a dynamic courses to introduce participants to the joy and thrill of live theatre. In this safe and spirited environment, actors are able to express their individual talents while learning basic tools for acting including technique, scene study, monologues, improvisation, storytelling, musical appreciation and theatre production. We will also work together to create, practice and perform an original script that is sure to entertain. At the completion of each semester, residents will take center stage and perform their work in front of a supportive audience at the Watermark!
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION VIRTUAL LINE DANCING EVERY TUESDAY AT 12:20 JUDY SMOLEN ZOOM CLASS PM For anyone who feels at home on the range or enjoys country music, line dancing is the exercise for you. Line dancing is a wonderful aerobic exercise carved from signature shuffles, kicks and stomps that improves circulation and socialization. Moves can be adapted for all levels including those with balance or body support problems, so there is no need to be intimidated. This aerobic workout is great for those who are bored with traditional exercise or intimidated by heavy gym equipment. Though deeply rooted in Irish & German folk traditions, line dancing was unfamiliar until 1992 when Billy Ray Cyrus broke out with his hit song "Achy Breaky Heart." Today, line dancing is a worldwide phenomenon. Join Judith & friends every Tuesday at 12: 20 p.m. for a social & musical workout that is great for the Achy Breaky Heart! VIRTUAL BALDWIN PARK SECOND MONDAY AT NEIGHBORHOOD JOE WALSH ZOOM 2:00 PM LECTURE SERIES Matthias Baldwin Park, lying just north of the Watermark, is the centerpiece of our neighborhood. Join Joe Walsh, as he teaches us about the history of the park and it's surrounding neighborhood. You may not know that this beautiful park, just steps away for the Watermark is rich in Philadelphia History. Commissioned in 1981, the Park was designed as an environmental sculpture, a 2 acre landscape designed by world renowned artist Athena Tacha, and completed in 1991. As a member of the Friends of Baldwin park, Joe is very knowledgeable on the topic and is happy to answer questions. This lecture is shared with other non-watermark members of our nearby community, making this a great opportunity to make connections and meet new people virtually! VIRTUAL FIT BRAINS: EVERY FRIDAY AT 2:00 ANNA KURTZ ZOOM COGNITIVE TRAINING PM Brain-training research is still young, but studies suggest that some forms of mental exercise have positive effects and lasting benefits on one’s memory and attention. “Brain Training” is one of the hottest new trends in self-improvement and courses are designed to improve cognitive abilities and keep your brain fit! Join Sarah each Friday as she presents puzzles, riddles, word games and math problems that are fun, challenging and are wonderful workouts for you noggin! For those of you the enjoy using zoom, this is the perfect way to enjoy any afternoon of fun from the comfort of your own apartment!
Courses at Town Center COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION MONDAY- FRIDAY AT WAKE UP & WORK OUT ROGER MALLERY AUDITORIUM 9:00 AM This morning fitness class is designed to wake you up and get you ready for the day! This low impact workout will focus on stretching, breathing and light weight training while using a chair to assist with balance. We will work on different areas of the body while learning proper breathing techniques to give you a complete workout that is not too strenuous on the body but will help with strength and coordination.
Faculty Biographies NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME ANNA KURTZ COMMUNITY LIFE DIRECTOR Anna Kurtz is the Community Life Director for Town Center. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, and has been working at the Watermark since April 2018. She lives in Philadelphia and has an adorable french bulldog named Wilbur. You can find her around the building leading programs, doing arts and crafts, and making things extra festive! Join her for her new class "History of the Holiday" and get in the spirt of the season! ANNE JOHNSTON SHORT STORY GROUP As a lifelong lover of reading, Anne Johnston has always enjoyed meeting and talking with other “readers.” Anne has been a volunteer with the Philadelphia Free history and facilitated Book Review group meetings in local libraries. Before moving to the Watermark, Anne taught classes for twelve years in “Senior Learning” at the Klein Branch of J.C.C. in Philadelphia. Her former classes focused on books, current and past, which were made into movies – many Oscar winners. Anne hopes that many residents will join her for the Lit Wits meetings at the Watermark. APRIL MACDONALD SCOTCH TASTING April MacDonald, Director of Dining Services, has worked for the Watermark for four years. April has been in the restaurant business for over thirty years and has worked every position in a restaurant including having owned a restaurant! April has a passion for learning about all different types of foods and food cultures. She loves to travel, cook, hike with her dogs, spend time with her family and friends and most importantly, relax! BOB CRAIG SPORTS REVIEW & HOT TOPICS Bob Craig has been at Logan for about seven years. Bob teaches the Sports Review Class. During this course, residents catch up and discuss the latest sports facts, statistics and anything in between. Bob has been a basketball coach for over twenty five years. He also help run a basketball organization during the weekend. Bob is married with two children. Bob helps to plan the annual Super Bowl party and special sports related trips, which everyone looks forward to every year! BERNICE HIGGINS CLASSIC COCKTAILS Bernice started as The Business Office Manager in 2017 and was promoted to Director of Accounts Receivable in 2019. She enjoys are interactions with residents and their families. At home, Bernice is a cocktail connoisseur of a variety of different libations. You can enjoy some of her hand crafted drinks during Classic Cocktails.
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME DIANE STEINBRINK VIRTUAL PLAYWRIGHT LECTURE Diane Steinbrink is a graduate of Adelphi University with a BA in Speech and Drama. She served as the Coordinator of Philadelphia Plays for Living for 17 years. She was the Producer of the Anne Frank Theater Project for Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Philadelphia. She also served as a Facilitator for the program. Ms. Steinbrink has acted and directed in local theater, in Plays for Living, and has appeared as an extra in movies and industrial films. She has presented her one-person programs to many groups in the Philadelphia area, Southern New Jersey, Florida, Harrisburg, and the Berkshires. She has also participated in theatre talkbacks in the Philadelphia area, Sarasota, FL, and Williamstown, MA. INDULGENCE: AN ARTISINAL CHOCOLATE MAKING JILL MIGLIORE WORKSHOP Jill Migliore, Director of Sales, has been a member of the watermark team since 2017. She was born in Colorado but moved all over when she was younger since her parents were in the military. She finally settled in Pennsylvania and is a graduate of Temple University’s Fox School of Business. She has a background in Sales as well as Hospitality and has a passion for people. She likes to read, travel and spend time with her little dogs Maggie. She enjoys entertaining guests and loves to cook, bake, and make interesting cocktails for her guests. JULIE RINGENARY CLASSIC COCKTAILS Julie Ringenary started as a receptionist, was The Move Coordinator for many years. She was recently promoted to The Concierge Director. She has enjoyed her many years of meeting and working with our residents and families. Julie enjoys spending time with her kids and has a passion for nail art! Be sure to check out Julie's fabulous manicure next time you see her. JUDY SMOLEN LINE DANCING CLASS Judy Smolen, GOING Fit Instructor, has been a fitness instructor for approximately seven years, and with GOING Fit for almost five years. Her certifications include: Arthritis Foundation Land and Water Exercise, AF Walk with Ease Program, SilverSneakers: Classic, CardioFit,Circuit, Stability, Boom and Yoga. She is also certified in and teaches: Les Mills Bodypump, Barre and TRX. Currently, her Senior classes include Line Dancing, Zumba Gold Latin Dance, Strength/Cardio, Balance, Seated Exercise, Tai Chi and Yoga. Previously, she has worked in the Marketing Industry and has an MBA in Marketing. Her two loves - teaching and family - (husband, two children and two dogs) keep her busy. Whenever possible, she also enjoys working out, reading, and spending time with friends.
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME JOE WALSH VIRTUAL BALDWIN PARK NEIGHBORHOOD LECTURE Joe is a member of the Friends of Matthias Baldwin Park, the two-acre park is 200 steps north of the Watermark. He is the Webmaster for their website, where you can find copious amounts of information on the park. He loves to share the history of the Baldwin Park neighborhood with others. Joe has a close connection to the Watermark, as a close love one is a resident here! ROGER MALLERY FITNESS INSTRUCTOR Roger Mallery has been a private tennis pro and coach for over 25 years ,including 3 years competing on the USTA Pro Tennis Circuit. He has 20 years of group exercise experience and has been a personal trainer for 15 years. He is able to develop unique fitness programs for clients of varying ages and fitness levels. He has special skills in kickboxing and HIIT training. He prides myself in his ability to motivate and care for each client as an individual. Roger also has a passion for music, especially R&B. Catch Roger in the exercise room or at his very popular Soulful R&B class. SARAH JOBES COMMUNITY LIFE ASSISTANT Sarah Jobes is a Philadelphia native who attended the William Penn Charter School and then Penn State University, where she studied Political Science. She enjoys watching movies, crafting, and spending time with her dog. She joined the Watermark Community Life team in August of 2020, and you can find her anytime for a chat in the 4th floor office. She also hosts a monthly documentary discussion, where you can watch and consider with the group some of the greatest films the genre has to offer. STEPHEN HATZAI SENIOR STAGE WORKSHOP Stephen Hatzai has been involved in theatre as an actor, director, producer, technician, playwright and educator in the Lehigh Valley and Philadelphia for over fifty years. A member of Actor’s Equity, Steve has appeared onstage in Philadelphia, Washington and New York. The world premiere of his play Waiting for the Ship from Delos: the Last Days of Socrates was a popular and critical success at the 2008 Philly Fringe Festival. He is a Barrymore Judge and an adjunct Professor of Theatre at Penn State University, Abington. He is delighted to be working with such a talented, creative and enjoyable group as the Watermark Players. Rehearsals are always a lot of fun with a lot of laughs.
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME STEVE STEFANELLI BEER TASTING Steve Stefanelli has been with Watermark since June 2016. His first 3 years he was the Nursing Home Administrator in our Springs neighborhood. In April 2019 he moved into a new role as Associate Executive Director and March of 2020 The Executive Director. In his new role he's been able to expand his relationships throughout the community and is looking forward to getting to know everyone better while kicking back and enjoying some great beer together!
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