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Movie Time
CROWNE NEWS
Every Friday & Saturday at 7:30 pm
Friday, June 5 The Out of Towners
Saturday, June 27 Unbroken
Ohioans George and Gwen head to New York for
George's job interview, but anything that can go
wrong, does: Their flight is messed up, their luggage
is waylaid, they can't find a hotel room, they get
mugged in Central Park and George loses a tooth.
This inspiring tale of survival is based on the real-life
experiences of Louis Zamperini, an American pilot
held by the Japanese during World War II. After his
plane crashes into the Pacific Ocean, Zamperini
spends 47 days adrift before his capture.
June 1, 2015 Volume 10 Issue 6
Saturday, June 6 Le Week-End
Returning to Paris long after their honeymoon there,
a British couple hopes to rediscover the magical feelings of their early years together. There, they meet
an old friend whose perspectives on love and marriage help them recover what was lost.
Friday, June 12 Edge of Tomorrow
As Earth fights an alien invasion, Lt. Col. Bill Cage is
killed in action, and a time loop forces him to continually relive his last day. With each iteration, Cage's
skill grows, as does his understanding of the enemy
and how it operates.
Saturday, June 13 Fury
During the waning days of World War II in Europe,
U.S. Army Sgt. Wardaddy leads his tank crew
against overwhelming German forces. As both sides
prepare for a last bloody battle, Wardaddy embarks
on a mission behind enemy lines.
Friday, June 19 The Notebook
Two young lovers are torn apart by war and class
differences in the 1940s in this adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' best-selling novel. Their story is told by a
man who, years later, reads from a notebook while
he visits a woman in a nursing home.
Saturday, June 20 Rush
This dramatic portrayal of the intense 1970s rivalry
between race drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt
captures the contrasts between the two champions.
While Hunt was a charming and handsome ladies'
man, Lauda was a loner with a single goal: victory.
Friday, June 26 Memoirs of a Geisha
When 9-year-old Chiyo is sold to a geisha house,
she endures harsh treatment from the owners and
the haughty head geisha, who's envious of Chiyo's
beauty. Chiyo eventually blooms in her role, but
World War II threatens to change her life forever.
Sunday Movies - 5 pm
June 7 Birdman
Michael Keaton delivers a winking performance in this dark comedy about a cinematic superhero trying to forge a comeback with
a Broadway play. With none of the superpowers of his former character, the actor
struggles to rebuild his career and life.
June 14 Flags of Our Fathers
Based on the book of the same name, this
World War II drama reconstructs the events
surrounding the six U.S. soldiers who were
instantly immortalized when they were photographed raising the American flag atop Iwo
Jima's Mount Suribachi.
Butterflies
June 21 Still Alice
When 50-year-old linguistics professor Alice
Howland begins having trouble remembering
words, her symptoms ultimately lead to a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer's -- which
forces Alice and her family to make radical
changes in their lives.
The Japanese view butterflies
as souls of the living and the
dead. They are considered
symbols of joy and longevity.
June 28 Movie Mania
The Theory of Everything
With his body progressively ravaged by ALS,
world-famous physicist Stephen Hawking
must rely on his wife, Jane, to continue his
life's work as he faces various challenges.
This affecting biographical drama centers on
the couple's fertile partnership.
Artwork by Elaine Heffler
A Publication of The Buckingham
Keep in Mind...
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Staff Directory
Administration
A Message
From Our
Executive Director
Phone Number
Executive Director
Julie Fenske
713.979.3838
Associate Director
Jesse Sias
713.979.3059
Business Office Manager
Thomas Holland
713.979.3080
Billing Specialist
Monica Romero
713.979.3866
Accounting Coordinator
Michelle Branker
713.979.3790
Administrative Assistant
Sabina Gonzalez
__________________________________________
713.979.3100
Concierge/Transportation
Nancy Mistretta
__________________________________________
713.979.3090
Lifestyles & Resident Services
Resident & Lifestyles Director
Pam Ortiz
713.979.3091
Lifestyles Coordinator
Gloria Marks
713.979.3066
Wellness Coordinator
Kenya Carter
713.979.3097
Housekeeping
Resident Services Coordinator Yolanda Asberry
713.979.3068
Supervisor of Housekeeping
Kerry Quarles
__________________________________________
713.979.3076
Food and Beverage
Dining Room
713.979.3095
Director of Dining Services
Tony Bejko
Dining Room Manager
Suzy Rodriguez
Executive Chef
Will Shrier
713.979.3092
713.979.3094
713.979.3767
__________________________________________
June 2015
Thank you to everyone who participated in May’s Walk to Wellness.
The final numbers are not in yet,
however; we were pleased with the amount of team
members and residents in both Independent and Assisted Living that joined our efforts this year. Be
sure to watch for the time and date in your calendar
for the awards and celebration event later this month.
I would like to apologize for the last minute cancellation of the Administrative Listen Group. A new date
will be set shortly and I encourage everyone to attend. The agenda is quite full and we have a number
of important updates to share. We will also be scheduling a number of sessions for fire safety training this
month. Please try to attend one of the sessions offered so you know what to do in the event we have a
fire emergency.
We will also be hosting a number of events the
weekend of the summer solstice. For the third year
in a row, Americans will be participating in The
Longest Day. This is a national event to raise awareness for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease.
We will be hosting a car wash, cookout and a number of other fun ways to raise money for this cause.
Both the billiards and mahjong groups are also planning to help us out by hosting special tournaments
that week. Watch for flyers and more information on
how you can support our efforts. As always, we
thank you for your participation.
Wellness Programs
Screening Recommendations for Older Adults:
Many older adults do not get the vaccinations, screenings, and
other preventive services that experts recommend. The following
preventive services are especially important for older adults:
Influenza vaccine: This yearly vaccine helps prevent influenza
(the flu). Older adults should get this vaccine every year. About
85% of the deaths from influenza are in people 65 years of age or
older.
Pneumococcal vaccine: The pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV) helps prevent pneumonia. For people who have
pneumonia, it helps prevent life-threatening complications. This is
especially important for older adults. They are more likely to get
pneumonia and develop complications.
Breast cancer screening: Nearly half of all new breast cancer
cases are in women 65 years of age and older. Between the ages
of 50 and 74, women should have a mammogram every 2 years to
screen for breast cancer. Depending on your breast cancer risk
factors, your doctor may recommend that you have a mammogram more often.
Colorectal cancer screening: Two out of every 3 new colorectal
cancer cases are in adults 65 years of age and older. Beginning at
50 years of age and continuing until 75 years of age, all adults
should be screened for colorectal cancer. Your doctor will recommend the right type of screening test for you.
Diabetes screening: Diabetes is very common in older adults. It
affects almost 1 out of every 4 adults 60 years of age and older. If
your blood pressure is regularly higher than 135/80 mm Hg, your
doctor may test you for diabetes, even if you don’t have any
symptoms.
Cholesterol screening: High cholesterol is a risk factor for heart
disease and stroke. Men 35 years of age and older should have
their cholesterol levels checked on a regular basis. Women 45
years of age and older who are at risk for coronary heart disease
should also be tested. Cholesterol levels are checked with a blood
test.
Building Operations/Security
Director of Plant Operations
Jarred Richardson
713.979.3787
After Hours Security
713.245.6349
Guard House
__________________________________________
713.979.3055
In closing, I want to remind everyone that June kicks
off hurricane season. We will be issuing our normal
Hurricane preparedness information this week.
Please take the time to read over this information so
you are ready should a storm hit the Houston area.
713.660.6552
Julie
Director of Security
Rita Reyes
713.979.3592
Marketing
Director of Marketing
Cathy Lightfoot
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Osteoporosis screening: The risk of osteoporosis increases as
you get older. Women who are 65 years of age and older should
be tested for osteoporosis. This test is called a bone mass or bone
density test. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Look for Opportunities for Preventive
Screenings During
Wellness Week at The Buckingham
starting August 4th
Two Pool Fitness Classes this Summer!
Water Aerobics
Every Monday & Wednesday
Pool: 3:30 pm
Remember to bring your water shoes, hat,
sunscreen and towel!
Silver Age Chair Yoga
Focusing on Joints and Lower
Back
Thursdays at 11am
in Theatre
What’s Trending
Cyber safety is a growing concern for just about anybody
with access to the Internet. It’s
a little too easy to be unaware
of just how much personal information is floating
around about you. What is my online footprint?
Your digital footprint is the culmination of any and
all online activity. Online information is collected
and stored two ways. An active footprint is information given out deliberately. For example, social
media is responsible for a great deal of personal
information available online that was put there on
purpose. Sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or LinkedIn all add to your digital footprint.
However, your passive footprint is information collected without consent. This can include anything
from your IP address to your browsing history. If
you’re curious to see how easy it is to collect personal information from the Web, just Google your
name. If more information than you feel comfortable
with is available, it may be time to clean up your
online presence.
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Successful Aging “Living Your Best!”
“An Ounce of Prevention is
Worth a Pound of Cure”
What are preventive services?
Your doctor provides preventive services to help you
avoid health problems or to identify them early. In
many cases, problems that are found early are more
likely to respond to treatment. Preventive services
include screening tests, vaccinations, and health advice. Your doctor will recommend the services that
are appropriate for you based on your age. Preventive services are important for everyone, especially
for older adults. This is because your risk for health
problems increases as you age. By preventing problems, or identifying them at an early stage, you are
more likely to live a longer, healthier, and more satisfying life.
Clinical preventive services – which include immunizations, screening tests and counseling to prevent the
onset or progression of disease and disability – are
important tools to maintain the health of older adults.
These preventive services – primarily delivered in a
clinical setting – are an important component of the
National Prevention Strategy. Released by the National Prevention, Health Promotion, and Public Health
Council in June 2011, the National Prevention Strategy is a comprehensive plan to help increase the number of Americans who are healthy at every stage of
life. Clinical preventive services can help lower health
risks and costs of treating chronic disease, as well as
prevent or delay the onset of disease.
Clinical preventive services can help prevent chronic
disease, reduce associated complications and lower
functional limitations (Cohen 2009, Maciosek 2010).
“Clinical preventive services usually save money, although that isn’t the only rationale for them, because
Mobility Review
SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, July 16th
they also can prevent illness or shorten the course of
illness,” explained Steven P. Wallace, PhD, associate
director for the University of California at Los Angeles
Center for Health Policy Research. Older adults who
obtain clinical preventive services and practice
healthy behaviors are more likely to remain healthy
and functionally independent (Cranksaw 2002, CDC
2011b).
“It is always better to identify and treat an illness
earlier rather than later, and clinical preventive services enable us to do that,” explained Doug Shenson,
MD, MPH, a founder and the executive director 2 of
the SPARC (Sickness Prevention Achieved through
Regional Collaboration) initiative. “Clinical preventive
services can be important in three stages of disease
development,” he said. These are: 1) Before disease
occurs (for example, vaccinations); 2) Before disease
is clinically evident (for example, breast cancer
screening); and 3) Once disease is established but
before it has made its maximal impact (such as vision
screening for eye diseases in persons living with diabetes).
Chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease (coronary heart disease, hypertension and dyslipidemia), disproportionately affect older
adults and are associated with disability and diminished quality of life. These conditions share many of
the same common, modifiable risk factors, including
obesity and physical inactivity. Today, about 80% of
older adults have at least one chronic condition, and
50% have at least two. Identification of chronic disease risk factors and early disease detection, through
screening, may decrease the burden of chronic disease and protect and promote the health of older
adults.
Residents with birthdays April—July will be scheduled
for this day. We will be placing an invitation in your
mail box if you are due for a Mobility Review.
Please note: If you had a birthday in January
What is a Mobility Review?
through March and did not complete your review
The Masterpiece Living Mobility Review assesses resi- you are more than welcome to join us on this day.
dents’ balance, strength, flexibility, gait and endurance. Carolyn Teague (fitness coordinator) Kenya * Remember to dress comfortably for your
Carter (wellness coordinator) and a host of other profes- Mobility Review
sional team members guide residents through a series of
physical activities.
Always on the Calendar
Prayer Shawl Group
Tuesday, June 2nd & 16th, 2:00 pm - Rotunda
Resident Council Meeting
Monday, June 8th, 7:15 pm - Theatre
Get caught up on what your resident council is up too in the community.
Beading Class
Monday, June 8th, 2:00 pm Creative Arts Room
Jason with Bead Traders is coming back with some new beading ideas. Class
will be limited to four people, price $30.00 per person for this 2 hour class.
Look for sign up sheet on bulletin board.
Neighborhood Chat
Sunday, June 21st, 4:00 pm - Mezzanine
A great time to come meet your neighbors snacks and beverages provided.
Lifestyle Committee Host: Betty Medlenka & Margaret Hare
Poetry Reading
Wednesday, June 3rd & 17th, 2:00 pm - Rotunda
Join the Buckingham Poets:! Our poetry reading group meets the first and third
Wednesday of each month in the Rotunda at 2:00 p.m.
Classical Music Hour
Wednesdays, 4:00 pm Apt #1315
Relax and enjoy the music
Wednesdays, 7:30 pm Creative Arts Room
Every Wednesday after dinner, come relax and enjoy a game of BINGO with
your fellow residents.
Beat the Heat
Ice Cream Social
Come together and celebrate your
Accomplishments!
Monday, June 15th
2:30 pm - Theatre
05 Jinni McClelland
09 Don Elliott
11 Roger Bonney
11 Shirley Caulton
11 Sandy Humphrey
12 Janet Carr
14 Louise Clark
16 Joan Hazelhurst
20 Jane Owen
21 Gloria Coles
22 Jane Biggs
24 Marietta Hansen
24 Bill Wehner
24 Joy Kittrell
25 Elizabeth Crawford
27 Janet Jensen
27 Gloria Mathre
28 Tua Smith
28 Lou Strowbridge
29 Bob Hall
30 Betty Martin
30 Mary Naylor
Happy
y
Birthda
to You!
Birthday Celebration
BINGO!!
Walk to Wellness Completion &
Celebration Party
June Birthdays
Saturday, June 27th
3:00—4:00 pm
St. James Café
Come see
what we are
serving in the
St. James
Café.
Tuesday, June 9th
3:30 pm - Mezzanine
You are invited to
celebrate another year
well done as we toast
JUNE
Birthdays with Cake and
Champagne.
Spring is in the air!
Please check your mailboxes for
your Spring Cleaning Schedule.
Call Kerry or Resident Services for
more Information
713-979-3076 or
713-979-3068
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At the Buckingham
At the Buckingham
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
IMMANUEL & HELEN OLSHAN
TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Piano Recital
Thursday, June 18th
7:30 pm—Theatre
A select group of young pianists from the 2015
Texas Music Festival Piano Institute will present
a recital program at The Buckingham on June 18
at 7:30 p.m. These students range in age from
12-17, and represent some of the finest young
performers in Texas. They will be spending an
exciting week at the University of Houston
Moores School of Music event, where they receive intensive training including private lessons,
masterclasses, and recital experiences. The recital performers will be chosen by audition and
each will present a solo from the classical piano
repertoire. According to Director Nancy Weems,
the Piano Institute students eagerly look forward
to their annual honors recital at The Buckingham
and can't wait to share their musical talents with
us once again!
Father’s Day Brunch
Listen Group
Theatre
Sunday, June 21st
2:00 pm
Guest Fee: $25.00
Call Dining for
Reservations
713.979.3095
Two Seatings
11:00 am
& 12:45 pm
Twice a month a manager from each department of the
Buckingham presents current information from their area
and listens to resident feedback. Join us to see what’s
going on and share your comments.
Thursday, June 11th -Administration
Julie Fenske & Jesse Sais (re-scheduled from May)
Thursday, June 25th - Dining Services
Tony Bejko, Will Shrier and Suzy Rodriguez
Exhibit & Social
Monday, June 8th
3:00– Theatre
Please join us for this special occasion as we celebrate
the winners of this years ArtsInspire. Also enjoy a
performance of the winning Music Solo by Betty Ruth
Tomfohrde.
Music: Solo
1st: Betty Ruth Tomfohrde-“Chopin Nocturne in F
Sharp Major Opus 15-#2”
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The Lifestyles Committee
Would like to invite you to
Movie Mania!
Join them in the Theatre
Sunday, June 28th
5:00 pm
Featured Film is
The Theory of Everything
Drinks and Snacks provided.
The long and interesting history of the Sudoku is quite a puzzle in itself.
The name Sudoku or more correctly 数独 comes from Japan and consists of
the Japanese characters Su (meaning 'number') and Doku (meaning 'single')
but the was not invented in Japan. Sudoku originated in Switzerland and
then traveled to Japan by way of America.
Sudoku has its deep roots in ancient number puzzles. For many centuries
people have been interested in creating and solving them. Sudoku is considered a “mind healthy game”!
Give it a try!!
Painting: Oil and/or Acrylic
Finalist: Evelyn Wilkinson-“Pontivy”
Photography
1st: Doug Myers-“Nepalese Porters”
Houston Young Artists
Concert at
The Buckingham
Tuesday, June 30th
Theatre—2:30 pm
The mission of the Houston Young Artists’ Concert (HYAC) is to showcase highly talented young
classical musicians age 4 to 18 in a variety of venues
throughout the city with the hope of fostering a greater appreciation for classical music in the
Houston area.
Join us for this wonderful event. You don’t want to
miss it.
Writing: Prose
3rd: Mildred Wilkes-“Miracle in the Pacific”
Johnny’s Jewelry
Monday, June 29th
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Creative Arts Room
Come see Marty’s
new items and drop off
for jewelry
repair.
SAVE THE DATE!
Fill in the grid so that all nine
columns down, all nine rows
across, and all nine 3-by-3 boxes contain the numbers 1
through 9. Each number
should appear only once in
each row, column, and 3-by-3
box.
Friday, July 31st
8 am - 1pm
See Kenya for Volunteer
opportunities!
Stop by lifestyles for the answers, 1st timers use a pencil.
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IN AND ABOUT THE
LBRARY
A WORLD OF WELLNESS is our
Master Piece Living emphasis
this month featuring Japan; therefore, you will find
coffee table books of art in which you can enjoy prints
of 300 years of Japanese life. We are open to donations if you have related books. Fortunately we have
had some good donations but before listing them I
want to first ask you to be mindful of your neigh-
bors by not keeping books in excessive numbers and
an excessively long time, especially our newest books
which include : HARDBACKS (Newest on coffee table): The Girl on the Train, Paula Hawkins, 2015; The
Prodigal Son, 2015, and Sisters, Danielle Steel;
Chestnut Street, Maeve Binchey, 2014; Resident recommended : It’s Only Temporary, Evan Handler, 2008;
Half Bad, Sally Green, 2014; The Burning Room, Michael Connelly; Suzanne’s Diary for Nicholas, James
Patterson; and The Cinderella Murder, Mary Higgins
Clark & Alafair Burke, 2014. SOFTBACK: Private India: City on Fire, James Patterson, 2014; Rise &
Shine, Anna Quindlen; and The Killer Angels, the Battle of Gettysburg, Michael Shaara. LARGE PRINT
(Extending over to shelves behind puzzle table):
Private Berlin, James Patterson & Mark Sullivan, 2013;
A Walk to Remember, Nicholas Sparks; Return to
Sender, Fern Micheals; Southern Lights, Danielle
Steel; Glory in Death, J. D. Robb; Chasing the Dime,
Michael Connelly; and Gift from the Sea, Anne Morrow
Lindbergh . PAPERBACKS (Newest PB are in 1st
rack): The Panther, Nelson DeMille; Pacific Vortex,
Clive Cussler; Last to Die, Tess Gerritsen; 2013; Back
to Blossom Street, Debbie Macomber; The Beekeeper’s Ball, Susan Wiggs; Tough Customer, Sandra
Brown; The Devaney Brothers: Ryan & Sean and: Michael & Patrick, and Home to Seaview, Sherryl
Woods, 2015; and Hold Me, Susan Mallery, 2015.
BOOKS BY OUR RECENT SPEAKER, James Hime: The
Night of the Dance (HB), Where Armadillos Go to Die
(HB), Dallas Noir (SB) and Scared Money(HB). The
puzzlers chose the easier Good Ol’ Days after doing
several very difficult ones. Come by the Library after
you explore the Japanese Way to Wellness….and by
the way, thanks for your cooperation for leaving
newspapers In The Library.
Resident Council Corner
A good test of knowing what to do in the
event of an emergency, like recently when
we lost power. Helpful ways to keep yourself safe.
 Have a flashlight handy; if you need one
you can purchase one from Resident
Services for $20.00.
 Stay away from windows and keep your
blinds closed in case of a tornado warning.
 Keep your cell phone charged, and be sure
you have a landline connection. A landline phone will work if the power goes
out. They can be purchased at Target and
Walgreens as well.
 If we do lose power, the corridor lights will
work and so will the elevators.
 Do not call the front desk as they know the
power is out in the building and are trying
to mobilize for the outage and call both
Centerpoint and the leadership.
 Always wear your ALERT PENDANT.
 An IRIS alert message will be sent you via
your phone line in the event of an emergency and this is how we will update you.
 Should you need medical assistance call
911.
Hermann Park &
The Japanese
Gardens
This summer let’s travel the world and explore the
“World of Wellness”. Are you interested in learning about different cultures? Now YOU can without
leaving the community!
The World of Wellness (WoW) is a program which
focuses on the four components of successful aging
and how they shape other cultures around the
world. Last year was a huge success so join us for
a new adventure as we explore 3 new countries this
summer.
“World of Wellness—Passport to Japan”
Followed by a
Picnic in the Park
Wednesday, June 24th
Lobby: 9:30 am
Return: 2:00 pm
With its waterfalls, bridges, and stone paths that
wander among crepe myrtles, azaleas, Japanese
maples, dogwoods, and cherry trees, the Japanese
Garden is a peaceful hideaway in Hermann Park.
The garden was designed by world-renowned
landscape architect, Ken Nakajima. Natural materials are used, such as rock, wood, and plants, to
give a feeling of serenity. The Japanese Garden
features a teahouse and winding paths to explore
the lush gardens.
On October 19, 2012, 20 cherry trees were planted
in the garden to commemorate the original gift of
cherry trees to the United States by Japan in 1912.
Presented by
The Japanese
Consulate
Monday, June 22nd
Theatre
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The garden is FREE however if you want to go to
the Zoo or ride the train there is a fee.
This is a COUNTY BUS trip we must have min
of 15 people.
We will be visiting other Countries this
Summer! Stay turned for
If you have other questions or concerns
don’t hesitate to contact Administration or
Resident Services.
On another note, Pam Ortiz & Jarred Richardson will be hosting Fire Safety Training
this summer. Look on the bulletin board for
the dates and times of these classes starting
in June.
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World of Wellness - Japan
At the Buckingham
Sushi & Sake
Cooking with Chef Will &
Guest Chef from
Kaneyama Restaurant
Friday, June 26th
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Theatre
Columbia
India
If you would like to help or contribute to
either of these programs contact Kenya in
Lifestyles.
Join us for traditional taste of Japanese cuisine
with your guide Chef Sing
Even if you don’t think you will like it join us
and try! New taste, new flavors new adventure!
Out & About
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Movie Club
Friday, June 5th
Depart Lobby: 2:15 pm
AMC Dunvale
Tomorrowland
The Longest Day - Fundraising Events
Galveston Island
Tour with the Plaza
Wednesday, June 3rd
Lobby: 10:00 am
Return: @ 3:00 pm
Lunch at Nick’s Kitchen on the Seawall
Bound by a shared destiny, a teen bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy-genius inventor
embark on a mission to unearth the secrets of a place
somewhere in time and space that exists in their collective memory. Stars: George Clooney, Britt Robinson. Rated PG
Alley Theatre
Presents
George Gershwin
Alone
Sunday, June 14th
Lobby: 1:30 pm
Tickets: $27.00
George Gershwin’s genius and his fascinating, too
short life are celebrated in this remarkable performance by Hershey Felder. George Gershwin
Alone is a delightful, touching and comic evening of
sheer joy. Brimming with irresistible music, the show
includes songs by the creator of An American in Paris such as, “Someone to Watch Over Me,”
“Summertime,” and “I Got Rhythm” – it’s a tribute to
the American song book and to an extraordinary
American character. Rave reviews include:
“Furiously dramatic” (The New York Times),
“dazzling…sheer genius” (NY Daily News)
Chez Beignets
Monday, June 29th
Lobby: 10:00 am
Please note this restaurant is cash only.
The “Galveston Island Gal” will hop on the bus
and give you a BOI tour. (Born on the Island)
June 21st is the day of Solstice which is the longest day
of the year.
The Buckingham would like
to invite everyone to wear something purple that
day to honor the strength, passion and endurance of
those living with Alzheimer’s and to acknowledge
those who are taking special care of someone suffering from the disease. Additionally, we would like to
challenge you to participate in an activity(ies) to be
held in honor of The Longest Day!
Contact Mimi or Vivian in the Plaza: 713-979-3758
if your would like to join them on this excursion.
OUT ON THE TOWN
Tuesday, June 16th
5:00 pm - Lobby
Price Range: $$
Welcome to Benihana! Prepare for a dining
experience unlike any other. Watch as
your personal chef performs the ancient
art of Teppanyaki.
Listen as razor-sharp
blades slice and dice
through tender steak and
juicy chicken. Take in the
aroma as savory vegetables, shrimp and lobster
sizzle before your eyes.
Calling all Men!!
It’s time to
GO OUT TO LUNCH!
Watson’s House of Ales
Wednesday, June 17th
Lobby: 11:00 am
Variety Menu from Starters, Hot Dogs,
Burgers and Big Plates for Big Boys!
All Men Welcome!
Car Wash
Fundraiser
Friday, June 19th
8:00 am - 11:00am
&
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Behind Garage D
$10.00/Car
$15.00 / Van or SUV
Vacuum • Wash • Dry
Billiards Tournament
Sign Up: Friday, June 5th –10th
Tournament Play: Week of June 15th –19th
Donation requested $5.00
Residents and Staff are
invited to sign up and
play.
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SWEET GIVINGS
FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH
10:00 am - until we run out of
goodies
BUCKINGHAM LOBBY
Bring your $1.00 and buy something sweet! If you would
like to participate in baking, please notify lifestyles.
All proceeds will benefit Alzheimer’s Association and the
Longest Day fundraiser event.
DOG DAYS of SUMMER
LUNCH & GAMES
Friday, June 19th
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Windsor Dining Room
Donation min $ 5.00
Bring extra $1’s for chance to play games
and win prizes: Balloon Pop, Pie in Face,
Pie Eating Contest, Basketball Toss
Friends, Family, Residents & Staff are
welcome.
MAH JONG CONTEST
Saturday, June 20th
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Donation requested $5.00
This is a fun event with surprises in store!
Beginners and Advanced players welcome.
In-case you have not heard, the Friday
class has merged with the Saturday class.