August News: National Watermelon Day, Friday Afternoon Movie, and More!

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National Watermelon Day is Wednesday, August 3!

Watermelons

August 3 is National Watermelon Day! Come to the Levy Center at 1:30 p.m. and join us for a piece of watermelon. It's 92 percent water, which is why it's so refreshing. This program is sponsored by Symphony of Evanston. Drop-ins welcome.


Group Transit Orientation Program August 17

Bus

Accessible CTA, Metra and Pace buses and trains are easy to use and the RTA would love to show you how! Attend a free Group Transit Orientation Program on Wednesday, August 17, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. No registration is required.

Topics covered will include:

  • How to plan trips on CTA, Pace and Metra and the benefits of using accessible travel
  • An overview of Ventra
  • How to get a reduced fare or a ride free permit
  • Q & A session with an RTA representative

"Know Falls...No Falls!" Information Session August 24

Senior walking

This free informational session on Wednesday, August 24, at 1 p.m., will help you recognize that most falls among adults result from multiple risk factors. You'll also identify strategies and resources that you can use to reduce your risk for falls. This program is presented by Occupational Therapists Marissa Malek and Chris Nees from Swedish Covenant Hospital. Pre-registration is required. Call the Levy Center at 847-448-8250. 


Popcorn and a Movie, "The Intern," August 26

The Intern movie poster

Starting a new job can be a difficult challenge, especially if you're already retired. Looking to get back in the game, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) seizes the opportunity to become a senior intern at an online fashion site. Ben soon becomes popular with his younger co-workers, including Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), the boss and founder of the company. Whittaker's charm, wisdom and sense of humor help him develop a special bond and growing friendship with Jules. 

Watch "The Intern" at the Levy Center on Friday, August 26, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $1, Levy members; $5, nonmembers. This program is sponsored by Symphony of Evanston. To register, call 847-448-8250 (Class # 554104E6).


What Else is Happening at the Levy Center?

See the August - October Levy Newsletter for more programs and events. Questions? Call the Levy Center at 847-448-8250.