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NEXT Village’s Monthly Writing Group – TWICE Monthly!

Featuring JACKIE HEWITT

Mondays at 1:00 – 2:45pm: November 9th and November 23rd

Online and Open to everyone!
We are an informal, facilitated writing group.

Register here: https://nextsf.helpfulvillage.com/events/1541

The more chaotic our world, the more important it is to live in a home where we feel in control of what we have.

Due to COVID and smoky air, we are spending more time than ever in our homes. Many people are realizing they want to clean up and clear out unneeded and unwanted stuff so their home is a more comfortable haven. Yet there are now additional challenges to downsize or “rightsize” your possessions during a time when you may not want anyone to come into your home to help you and it can be difficult to find places to donate items like books, clothes and other items.

Claudia Kraehe will discuss these challenges and give tips on how to work around them. She will then suggest projects to undertake that will allow you to start or resume rightsizing, and share strategies that will help make your effort a success.

Taking the first step to declutter or organize some of the “stuff” that you have accumulated over the years is the toughest part. Now is a perfect opportunity to take control and do it.

You CAN accomplish amazing things and enjoy the space you live in — even during this period. There will be time for questions.

Presenter Bio: For over half a decade, Claudia Kraehe has been assisting seniors with decluttering, organizing, move management, and estate clear-outs. She has a deep appreciation for collections of all kinds and for collectors themselves. Ms. Kraehe is a certified member of The National Association of Senior Move Managers and the founder of Step By Step Downsizing in San Francisco.

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cHeeRS! hAPPY hOUR, with Ms. Kim
Come mix and mingle with other NEXT members

4-5pm
Everyone is welcome! By Zoom or by Phone!

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November 10th

1-2pm

Open Enrollment is going on now. Learn about Eligibility and Enrollment. Supplementing Original Medicare – Medigap and Part D Rx coverage, and Medicare Advantage Plans.

RSVP here: https://nextsf.helpfulvillage.com/events/1568

Wednesday, November 11th 11:30-12:30 or so.

Get some take out and meet us at Zoom!
(Phone or computer)

RSVP@nextvillagesf.org

Women’s Conversation Group (D2U)
Featuring Ace Volunteers Alex & Leslie Pellegrini
Weekly on Wednesdays, 1 – 2 pm:  November 4, 11, 18, & 25

Alex and Leslie continue their popular facilitated weekly women’s conversation group.

This has become a highlight of the week for women wanting to have a weekly anchor event to keep them laughing and connected (via a safe, socially distanced Zoom gathering!).

This is a special community for women who want to join a close knit and welcoming weekly group. You never know what questions will be asked as you learn more about each other’s interests, values, and lives.

• Group meets weekly every Thursday at 11 AM (November 5, 12, 19 & 26) 
• Come to as many sessions as you can, but it’s OK to miss some! Join when you can.
• This is a conversation group rather than a beginners’ class, so basic conversational abilities are requested.

Have you been curious about life along the Silk Road?  In 2017, Joanne Chow Winship explored and photographed the people and architecture of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

At the time, both predominantly Sunni Muslim countries had restrictive entry and travel policies.  In 1991, they declared their independence from the Soviet Union, evolving today into presidential one party republics.  Both countries have a rich cultural history (ancient Uzbekistan was formed in the first millennium BC), which is evident in their architecture and archeological sites.

One of the trip’s most memorable rewards was discovering the warmth and friendliness of the people along the Silk Road. While your Bucket List travel adventures may be on hold for now, NEXT Village SF invites you to join us for our monthly “trips” to discover new places or relive memories of your adventures!

About our “Tourguide”: Joanne Chow Winship first stepped foot out of the U.S. in 1972 when she spent a year traveling around the world.  She is an architect, project manager and arts administrator who came to San Francisco from Vermont to serve as Director of Cultural Affairs for the City.  She is now retired and focuses her time on documentary photography to further understanding and respect of other cultures.

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