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July Menu page 2 Bus Schedule page 2 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5, 8 July Calendar page 6-7 madison college Classes page 8 july Programs & Events page 9 Volunteer Opportunities page 10 upcoming events page 10-11 donations page 11 July 2014 Social Seniors Social Seniors is a new group that is organizing to attend social events and activities outside of the Middleton Senior Center - primarily evenings and weekends. Join them on Tuesday, July 8th, at 9:30 a.m. at C’s Bakery, 2550 Allen Blvd., for coffee, croissant & conversation. They will also plan upcoming events for August and September at this meeting. Then on Tuesday, July 22nd, you can join them for a trolley ride around Middleton. Meet at 5:30 p.m. at Villa Dolce, 1828 Parmenter Street. You can ride for free, hop on and off the Trolley until 10:30 p.m. No reservations necessary, simply show up and join in the fun. For more information contact Laura at 831-2373. Making the Agrace Choice Presentation Join a representative from Agrace Hospice on Tuesday, July 15th, at 1:00 p.m. for information about about the care and support that Agrace offers for people with serious or life- limiting conditions, and their family caregivers. Learn the difference between Palliative Care and Hospice. You will learn what Agrace can do to enhance quality of life for both patients and their families when someone is struggling with advanced illness or is in the last six months of life. Topics include who is eligible to receive Agrace’s specialized services, where the care can be provided, and who pays for the care Agrace offers. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 j u ly 2 0 1 4 july 1 Tuesday Tetrazzini 2 Wednesday Green Pepper 3 Thursday on the Bone 4 Friday for Independence Day 7 Monday on a Bun 8 Tuesday Fish 9 Wednesday & Sour Chicken 10 Thursday Salad on a Bun 11 Friday & Meatballs 14 Monday on a Bun 15 Tuesday Beef 16 Wednesday Pasta Salad 17 Thursday Barley Soup w/ Turkey & Cheese on Rye 18 Friday Bake 21 Monday Cheese Lasagna 22 Tuesday Pork w/ Gravy 23 Wednesday Cacciatore 24 Thursday Shredded Beef 25 Friday Macaroni Salad 28 Monday gratin Potatoes w/ Ham 29 Tuesday Chicken w/ Gravy 30 Wednesday 31 Thursday Fish Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Please remember to make your lunch reservation by noon the day before by calling the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. The Middleton Senior Center meal site is part of Dane County Human Services. Bus Schedule: The Middleton Senior Center offers a number of different transportation options to Middleton resi- dents each week. You MUST contact the Senior Center the day before you wish to use this valuable service. There is a minimal charge each way for the ride. These times are tentative and may vary de- pending on the route and number of people who participate. Bus Schedule: Day Destination Pick Up Return Monday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Monday 1st & 3rd Hilldale & Walgreens 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Monday 2nd & 4th West Towne Mall 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Copps in Middleton 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Wednes- day Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Walgreens in Middleton 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Thursday Target & Copps on Junction Rd. 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Friday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Lunch Information Come join us for a meal and conversation in our bright and open dining room. Meals are served at 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. The cost of each meal is $7.50. For diners over age 60, please donate what you can afford. Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) are available for home-bound seniors For further information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Salad Alternative We offer cold salads as an alternative to the regular Tuesday meal at the dining center ONLY. July 1st Taco Salad Lettuce, meat (beef or chicken), cheese, tomato, onions, tostado chips. Salsa and sour cream on the side. July 8th Chef Salad Shredded lettuce, ham, turkey, egg, cheese and assorted fresh vegetables. Your choice of dressing. July 15th Garden Salad Mixed salad, fresh vegetables, cheese, egg, celery, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, peas, green onions. Your choice of dressing. July 22nd California Cobb Mixed greens, chicken, blue cheese, avocado or guacamole, tomato and green onions. Your choice of dressing. July 29th Spinach Salad Fresh spinach, mushrooms, purple onion, egg, tomato and sunflower seeds. Your choice of dressing. Vegetarian Option We offer a vegetarian option to our lunch menu. For details contact Ted Quincey, at 831-2373. Bakery Items Mondays The Middleton Senior Center receives bakery items on Mondays ONLY at approximately 10:30 a.m. from Clasen’s. Save the Date for our Pig Roast The Middleton Senior Center Annual Pig Roast will be on Tuesday, August 12th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Tickets are $10.00 and MUST be purchased by Friday, August 3rd. Dinner includes, pork, salads, roll and pie from Hubbard Avenue Diner. Tickets will be available for purchase beginning July 1st at the Senior Center. Foot Care Home Health United and the Middleton Senior Cen- ter offer foot care five times each month. Foot Care is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The cost of Foot Care is $20.00. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373 for an appointment. Diabetic Foot Care Diabetic Foot Care cost is $28.00 per visit. This service is offered each month at the Middleton Senior Center. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373 for an appointment. No Blood Pressure Screening in July There will be no Blood Pressure Screening in July. It is offered on the first tuesday of each month. It will return on Tuesday, August 5th, at 12:30 p.m. Yes, You Can Join Us! If you are age 55 or older, you can participate in the programs at the Middleton Senior Center. You do not have to live in the City of Middleton to join us, and there is no membership fee. There may be a residency requirement for certain services including case management services, transportation and Meals on Wheels. For additional information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Senior Center Closed The Senior Center will also be closed on Friday, July 4th, in observance of the Inde- pendence Day holiday. Meals on Wheels will NOT be delivered nor will meals be served at the Middleton Senior Center. All classes, activities and programs are also cancelled. Contact a Case Manager should you need additional assistance. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Scrabble Mondays Join us to play Scrabble at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays. We have several Scrabble boards, therefore, multiple games may be played. No reservations are needed you may just show up! Piano Entertainment Robert Auerbach is sharing his time and talent on the piano on Mondays 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Fran Jeatran shares her time and talent by playing the piano Wednesday, from 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Mah Jongg We have an active core group of people that play Mah Jongg on Tuesday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. If you would like to join them just show up. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it. We have all levels of players. New players are welcome. Stitchers Join us on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. for knitting and crocheting in the living room. Newcomers are always welcome. Bring your projects and join this social group. Sing–Along Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. for a Sing-Along with friends. Join us to sing Tuesday, July 1st and Tuesday, July 15th, at 10:00 a.m. Sheet music is provided. Mary Duckwitz and Fran Jeatran lead this group as well as accompa- nying on the piano. New voices are always welcome. Mending Service Mending is offered on the second Tuesday and Thursday of each month. Appointments are required. Our volunteers will do simple mending and hemming they will not alter clothing with linings. You are al- lowed to bring two items per appointment. The next mending days are Tuesday, July 8th and Thursday, July 10th, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Make your ap- pointment by calling 831-2373. Social Seniors Social Seniors have begun socializing. Join them on Tuesday, July 8th at 9:30 a.m. at C’s Bakery, 2550 Allen Blvd., for coffee, croissant & conversa- tion. Then at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22nd you can join them for a trolley ride through Middle- ton. Meet at 5:30 p.m. at Villa Dolce, 1828 Parmenter Street. You can ride for free, hop on and off the Trolley until 10:30 p.m. No reservations necessary, simply show up and join in the fun. Newsletter Assembly The August newsletter will be assembled on Tuesday, July 22nd, at 8:30 a.m. for bulk mailing. Doors of the Senior Center will be open at 8:00 a.m. and assembly of the newsletter will not start until 8:30 a.m. Please consider helping out. BINGO BINGO is played on the last Tuesday of each month. Join us on Tuesday, July 29th, at 1:00 p.m. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for BINGO. Writing Group The Writing Group will meet on Wednesday, July 16th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Middleton Library. This month’s topic is write about the fourth of July, either your own or fiction, what does Independence Day mean to you? Or write about a favorite parade. New members are welcome. Building Reminders The Middleton Senior Center has exercise equipment that you may use. However, due to the limited space and our programs, there may be times when the equipment is unavailable due to other activities. For example, when events are scheduled in the Depot room, such as the video lecture or movies, the exercise equipment may not be used. In addition, the Lower Level is locked at 4:00 p.m. for security purposes. Therefore, all programs and equipment use must be completed by 4:00 p.m. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Gadget Guru The Gadget Guru will be available to assist you with the devices you have, but you aren’t quite sure how to work. He will be here on Thursday, July 10th and Thursday July 24th, at 10:00 a.m. No reser- vations needed. Nimble Fingers Nimble Fingers meets on Thursday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. The first and third Thursdays of each month are meetings to discuss their projects and administrative topics. The remaining Thursdays they work on their projects which are donated to vari- ous community organizations. If you have questions, please call the Senior Center at 831-2373. Rummikub & Games on Fridays A group has started playing Rummikub on Friday mornings at 9:00 a.m. This is a tile game based on Mah Jongg and Rummy. Stop by to play one of the many games we offer like Uno, Checkers, Chess or other games donated to us by the Spiel Foundation. Mystery Book Club Mystery BookClub will meet on Wednesday, July 2nd, at 10:00 a.m. to discuss The Maltese Falcon, by Dashiell Hammett. When Sam Spade is investigat- ing the murder of his partner, he finds himself sur- rounded by a host of strange characters all after one thing--a statue of a falcon reputed to contain price- less jewels. The August selection is The Big Sleep, by Raymond Chandler. It will be discussed on Wednes- day, August 6th at 10:00 a.m. Both books are available from the South Central Library System in print, large print, downloadable epub and Spanish. Essential Tremor Support Group The Essential Tremor Support group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. This month they will meet on Wednesday, July 9th, at 10:30 a.m. New members are welcome. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program Join us on Wednesday, July 16th, at 10:30 a.m. EMS Awareness is this month’s topic. Learn about how the EMS program runs, when to call 9-1-1 and other helpful information about our rescue and am- bulance service. Middleton Jazz Every Thursday The Middleton Jazz band is continuing to play on Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. Come out and enjoy the music or, if you are feeling musical, bring your instrument to join in. Reminiscing Group The Reminiscing Group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 10:00 a.m. They will meet on Thursday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 17th, at 10:00 a.m. Books R Us Book R Us will meet on Thursday, July 24th, at 10:00 a.m. Contact Laura at 831-2373 for informa- tion about his month’s selection. July Movie “Philomena” Join us on Friday, July 11th, at 12:30 p.m. to watch the movie “Philomena”. The title character of Stephen Frears’ Philomena is an elderly Irish woman who, as a teenager, gave birth while she was working at a convent. The Catholic Church had the child adopted, and now, decades later, Philomena is introduced to Martin Sixsmith, onetime government spokesperson who is now working as a freelance journalist. Martin agrees to help Philomena look for her son, and the trail takes them to the United States, and brings them face-to-face with some long-buried secrets. All the while, the type-A Martin and the ceaselessly charming Philomena learn to trust each other. Starring: Judi Dench, Anna Maxwell Martin, Sophie Kennedy Clark and Steve Coogan. 98 Minutes PG-13 ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday j u ly 2 0 1 4 7 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 10:00 Lecture Class • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Open Bridge • 1:00 OpenCards 14 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 10:00 Video Lecture Class • 10:00 Travel Show - Collette • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Open Bridge • 1:00 OpenCards 8 • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 9:00 Mending • 9:30 Social Seniors @ C’s Bakery • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 15 • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 10:00 Sing-along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:00 Vets Group • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Life Long Learning “Making the Agrace Hospice Choice” 2 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead • 1:30 Drawing Class 9 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Essential Tremor Group • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead • 1:30 Drawing Class 16 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 EMS Program • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead 3 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 10 • 9:00 Mending • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Low Vision Support Group • 10:00 Gadget Guru • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Caregiver Support Group 17 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 4:30 Depart for Mallards Game 4 Closed for the Fourth of July Holiday 11 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub & Other Games • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Movie “Philomena” 18 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub & Other Games • 11:30 Lunch • 10:15 Video Lecture • 12:30 Pinochle July 2014 1 • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 10:00 Sing-along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday j u ly 2 0 1 4 21 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 10:00 Video Lecture Class • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Open Bridge • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Computer Class • 5:00 Commission on Aging 28 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 10:00 Video Lecture Class • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Open Bridge • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Computer Class 22 • 8:30 Newsletter Assembly • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:00 Osteoporosis Program • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 5:30 Trolly Ride @ Villa Dolce 29 • 8:30 AARP Safe Driver Class • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO 23 • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead 30 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead 24 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Book R Us • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 31 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 25 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub & Other Games • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 1 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub & Other Games • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle July 2014 All programs and activities are subject to change. The Middleton Senior Center reserves the right to cancel or change locations of programs and activities at any time. Room assignments may vary depending on activities in the build- ing that are scheduled before, during or after an activity. The Middleton Senior Center is able to provide a wide variety of excellent services, activities and programs because staff, vol- unteers and participants are flexible and cooperative when such changes are made. ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Madison College Classes Madison College (formerly MATC) offer classes taught at the Middleton Senior Center. Madison College will cancel all classes that do not have 10 students registered 10 days prior to a class. Again, we strongly encourage you to sign up for classes as soon as you are interested to be counted and signed up for the class. To Register call (608) 246-6240 Monday – Thursday (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Senior Cost is based on 60+ Photographing your Pets Thursdays July 10th & July 17th 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Class # 11050 Estimated Senior Cost is $21.30 Preserving Summer’s Bounty Wednesdays August 6th & August 13th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m Class # 10978 Estimated Senior Cost is $35.70 Additional Computer Classes Cris Carpenter of HouseCall Computer Services is presenting each class. The cost is $10.00 per session. Register by calling the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Space is limited. PC Maintenance and Performance Monday, July 21st, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Keep your Windows-based PC systems running at peak performance levels and prevent common computer problems. Topics include: hardware specifi- cations, hard drive cleanup and maintenance, manag- ing startup options, updates and upgrades, Windows operating systems (XP, Vista, 7 and web browsers, and more. Internet Security Monday, July 28th, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Internet threats can take quite a variety of forms and most of them are intended to extract sensitive information from your computer and/or money from your accounts. Learn to protect your computer, per- sonal information and accounts by recognizing com- mon threats, utilizing effective security software, and employing safe web browsing and emailing practices Backup Strategies Monday, August 4th, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Use simple techniques and strategies for successfully backing up and restoring computer data files. Top- ics include: identifying and locating files to back up, choosing a backup media or online service, tech- niques for successfully backing up and restoring files and utilizing automated backup software. Skype Monday, August 11th, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m Friends and family are utilizing this free computer program to talk “face to face” over the Internet. Join Cris Carpenter from HouseCall Computers to learn how to install and use Skype for free live video phon- ing between computers anywhere in the world. Monday Bridge Changes Bridge on Mondays is now open to anyone who wishes to play. You no longer need to find a partner to be able to play. Please arrive by 12:30 p.m. to begin play at 12:45 p.m. AARP Smart Driver Class AARP and the Middleton Senior Center are offer- ing the Smart Driver class in July. This is a newly designed curriculum. The class will be on Tuesday, July 29th, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The cost is $15.00 for AARP members, and $20.00 for non- members. You may receive a savings on your car insurance by completing this class, check with your insurance agent. Sign up now by calling 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Video Lecture Series The World’s Greatest Geological Wonders: 36 Spectacular Sites Monday mornings at 10:00 a.m. July 14th - November 17th (18 weeks) Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Mount Fuji, the Galapagos Islands. These natural wonders are on everyone’s list of must-see attractions that are both spectacular and geologically fascinating. But what of Ha Long Bay, the Columbia Glacier, Erta Ale Lava Lake and the Great Blue Hole? They also belong on the list, along with more than 200 other sites, both famous and obscure, that are well worth a visit to see breathtaking vistas combined with the grandeur of geological forces in action. The cost is $15.00 for the course and a resource guide. Space is limited for this class. Please remem- ber you are not confirmed in the class until your pay- ment is received. Advanced registration is required. Madison Mallards Baseball Game with Transportation from Middleton Join us on Thursday, July 17th, for the Madison Mallards vs Wilmar Stingers baseball game. We will depart the Middleton Senior Center on a bus at 4:30 p.m. and head to Warner Park (with a stop to pick up Waunakee Seniors). The cost is just $25.00 for your game ticket, round trip transportation, and pregame food and drink. We still have a few seats remaining. Call the Senior Center today, 831-2373, to make your reservation. Bring your family and friends. Osteoporosis Presentation A representative from Walgreens will be at the Middleton Senior Center this month as part of our education series. On Tuesday, July 22nd, at 12:00 p.m. a representative will speak about what is osteo- porosis, the treatments, and medication options. Join us for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for the program at noon. Make your lunch reservation by noon on Monday, July 21st. Strength & Flexibility Classes Strength & Flexibility is an exercise class that focuses on movement. It is for people at all fitness levels. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. July 30th - September 17th (8 weeks) And/Or Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. August 1st - September 19th (8 weeks) Cost is $55.00 for one class or $90.00 for both. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Support Meetings Al-Anon Meeting Al-Anon is a meeting for friends and relatives of alcoholics. They meet each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level of the Middleton Senior Center. Anyone is welcome to attend. Caregiver Support Group The Middleton Senior Center offers a Caregiver Support Group that meets on the second Thursday of each month. This month join them on Thurs- day, July 10th, at 1:00 p.m. Caregivers, as well as listeners, are welcome to join. Low Vision Support Group The Low Vision Support Group will meet on Thursday, July 10th, at 10:00 a.m. New members are always welcome. Sober Today Group An open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level of the Middleton Senior Center. Anyone is welcome. Vets Group Begins A group of Veterans began meeting on the third Tuesday of each month at noon at the Middleton Senior Center. Join us on Tuesday, July 15th, at 12:00 p.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Miriam Bradbury Prep. Donation M/M Joseph Clatworthy Prep. Donation Maralyn Byrd Niesen Memorial Edward Baker Niesen Memorial M/M Michael Mirkes Niesen Memorial Katherine Pavlue Niesen Memorial Brown Bag Medication Review Bring your medications to the Middleton Senior Center on Tuesday, August 5th, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. and a pharmacy intern from Walgreens will have a one-on-one review. They will be able to ad- vise you of possible interactions and other concerns regarding your prescription and non-prescription medications. Contact the Senior Center, at 831- 2373, to schedule your time. Poetry Class for Everyone Exercise your mind and stretch your creative muscles in a new poetry class led by longtime writer and occasional poet Marla Maeder. Join us on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m., August 5th - August 26th. Turn your feelings, memories and observations into free verse, rhyme, haiku, purple prose anything goes! Bring pen and paper (or electronic device if you’re a techie) to the first class. The cost is just $5.00 for all 4 weeks of class. Call 831-2373 to sign up, Tomato Contest Judging Keep nurturing your tomatoes throughout the summer. The annual Middleton Senior Center Kiwanis Tomato Contest will be on Wednesday, August 27th, at 9:30 a.m. Details will be in the August Newsletter. Agrace Hospice Tour Join a group from the Middleton Senior Center to tour the Agrace Hospice facility on Wednesday, August 13th. We will meet at the Senior Center at 9:00 a.m., carpool and depart at 9:30 a.m. Tour the beautiful Agrace buildings and see the amazing gar- dens. Lunch is on your own at 11:30 a.m. at the Doc Roc Cafe. Sign up today at 831-2373. Casino Day Trip Join us on Thursday, August 21st, for a day trip to the Mystique Casino in Dubuque. Departing Middle- ton at 9:00 a.m. returning approximately at 5:00 p.m. The cost is $25.00 and includes round trip motor coach transportation, $10.00 play and a free buffet. Space is limited. Make your reservation by calling 831-2373. You must PAY to confirm your space on the bus by Monday, August 1st, as well as give us your name, address, telephone number and date of birth that we will share with the casino. Christmas in July Sanfilippo Estate Luncheon and Holiday Concert Tuesday, December 9th Join us for an exclusive afternoon lunch and Christ- mas concert at the magnificent Sanfilippo Estate in Barrington Hills, Illinois. We begin with an elegant sit-down lunch in the Carousel Pavilion (home of the 1890 Eden Palais Carousel) that includes wine, salad, entree, dessert, and coffee. Lunch is followed by a Holiday Concert in the 44,000 square foot private Sanfilippo residence. Come see the estate decorated for the holidays, hear Christmas music on automatic antique musical instruments, and experience the unforgettable organ concert on the world’s largest theater organ. Bus departs Middleton Senior Cen- ter at 9:00 a.m. and returns approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost is $110.00 per person. Call 831-2373, to make your reservation. For this special outing we need to request an earlier than usual sign-up period. Please make your reservation now, all paid reservations are due no later than Friday, August 29th, for this very special trip. ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 j u ly 2 0 1 4 Upcoming Travel Collette Vacations Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria September 2014 10 days, 12 meals $4,029 per person (Double) Canyon Country October 2014 Arizona and Nevada 9 days 12 meals $2,904 per person (Double) Costa Rica November 2014 9 days, 14 meals $2,479 per person (Double) Danube River Cruise April 2015 9 days, $4,699 (Double) Eastern Canada October 2015 Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto & Niagara Falls 8 days. 11 meals $3,204 (Double) Join us on Monday, August 18th, at 10:00 a.m. for a travel show about all Collette Tours. Mayflower Tours American Heritage September 2014 10 days, 14 meals $3,098 per person (Double) Washington DC, Williamsburg and New York City Tennessee Rails & Sails October 2014 7 days, 11 meals $1,699 per person (Double) Chattanooga, Clarksville, Knoxsville & Nashville Flavors of the South April 2015 New Orleans & Memphis Motorcoach Tour 8 days, 13 meals $1,339 per person (Double) Join us for on Wednesday, September 24th, at 10:00 a.m. for details on the Flavors of the South travel show by a Mayflower Tours representative. For brochures and more information on these trips contact Laura at 831-2373. Volunteer Opportunities Translators Needed We are putting together a resource list of people who speak different languages.We have many people that come to the Senior Center and would like to be matched with someone who can speak their lan- guage. If you would like to be put on the resource list, contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373. Treasures Wanted Collections/Treasures to display in our new display case on the ramp behind the receptionist desk. The display is locked so your collections will be safe. You can sign up to display your items for one month in November or December. Contact Jill Kranz at 831- 2373 if you are interested in displaying your treasures. Movie Host and/or Hostess Needed Do you love movies? Would you enjoy creating a “WOW” experience for our Senior Center movie day? We are in need of a host/hostess to introduce the movie on the second Friday of each month. No experience needed. I will personally train and be your backup for operating the DVD player. Contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373 if you are interested. Driver Escorts Volunteers needed to provide rides to Seniors for medical appointments. Schedules for driving are flexible and volunteers designate which days and time they are willing to drive. Mileage is reimbursed for drivers. Many seniors rely on this form of transpor- tation to get to vital appointments. For more infor- mation please contact Sandy Witte call at 831-2373. Garden BINGO You can play Garden BINGO on Friday, July 25th, and Friday, August 22nd at 1:00 p.m. at the City Hall Garden. Prices will be produce grown in the City of Middleton’s own gardens. This program is sponsored by the City of Middleton Public Lands Department. ---PAGE BREAK--- 7448 Hubbard Avenue Middleton, WI 53562 [PHONE REDACTED] The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. The Middleton Senior Center is a department of the City of Middleton. The Middleton Senior Center is accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers and the Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers. The Middle- ton Senior Center programs are open to persons age 55 and older. Programs with federal funding may be limited to person age 60 and older. STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT NO. 4003 Jill Kranz email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Laura Langer Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Kathy Lauer Manager email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Jill Schonenberger Manager email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Ted Quincey Center Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Susie Barsness ��������������������Administrative Assistant email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Sandy Witte Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Pat May Receptionist Coordinator You may now receive the Middleton Senior Center newsletter by email. Go to our website at www.middletonseniorcenter.com Click on Notify Me, then Sign In, and click on Calendar of Events and Newsletter and you will receive updates. There are several ways to contact the staff of the Middleton Senior Center. Telephone: [PHONE REDACTED] Write: 7448 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton,WI 53562 Email: See Below ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED