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june Menus page 2-3 Bus Schedule page 2 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5, 8 june Calendar page 6-7 madison college Classes page 9 june Programs & Events page 9-10 upcoming events page 10-11 DONATIONS page 10 Volunteer Opportunities page 11 june 2016 TED Talk Presentation Joe Carter, will facilitate this hour long program on Wednesday, June 15th at 1:00 p.m. Joe will be showing several videos with a discussion between each one. This month’s topic is “The World of Tiny Things”. TED is a nonprofit organization, devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages. We will also discuss topics of interest for future presentations. Contact Laura for more information. Agrace Hospice Join us on Tuesday, June 21st, at 1:00 p.m. for a presentation about “Advanced Care Planning: It’s About the Conversation”. Judith Kornblatt, a representative from Agrace Hospice, will share in this thought provoking conversation to help you make your wishes known. Learn the vocabulary, reflect on your values, choose a health care agent, explore goals and treatment options, and take the first steps toward completing an advance directive. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for the program at 1:00 p.m. Please make your lunch reservation by noon on Monday, June 20th. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 J u n e 2 0 1 6 june 1 Wednesday ����������������Cheeseburger on a Bun 2 Thursday Fish 3 Friday 6 Monday Joe on a Bun 7 Tuesday Chicken 8 Wednesday and Beef Casserole 9 Thursday Green Pepper Soup w/ Turkey & Cheese Sandwich 10 Friday Macaroni Salad 13 Monday Slice 14 Tuesday Fish 15 Wednesday Salad 16 Thursday on a Bun 17 Friday on a Bun 20 Monday Steak 21 Tuesday Broccoli Rotini Salad 22 Wednesday w/ Meat Sauce 23 Thursday Roast w/ Gravy 24 Friday Barley Soup w/ Ham and Swiss on Croissant 27 Monday on a Bun 28 Tuesday Cheese Lasagna 29 Wednesday Casserole 30 Thursday Beef w/ Gravy 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 residents each week. You MUST contact the Senior Center the day before you wish to use this valuable service. Transportation to the meal site and local grocery shopping is by donation. The suggested donation is $1.00 round trip to the meal site and the suggested donation for local grocery shopping is $2.00 round trip. The fee is based upon your ability to donate. No one will be denied rides for these purposes. These times are tentative and may vary depending on the route and number of people who participate. 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 n e 2 0 1 6 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. Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) are available for home-bound seniors Diners over age 60, please donate what you can afford. 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. June 7th Garden Salad Mixed greens with shredded lettuce, cheese, garbanzo beans, cucumbers, broccoli, diced tomato and peas. Your choice of dressing. June 14th Taco Salad Lettuce, meat (beef), cheese, diced tomatoes, diced onion, salsa, sour cream and tostado chips. June 21st Chef’s Salad Shredded lettuce, ham, turkey, cheese, tomato wedges, shredded carrots, radishes, diced cucumbers. Your choice of dressing. June 28th Chicken Ranch Salad Mixed greens, diced chicken, crumbled bacon, cucumbers, diced tomatoes, peas, purple onion. Served with Ranch Dressing. Vegetarian Option We offer a vegetarian option to our lunch menu. For details contact Ted at 831-2373. 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. Bakery Items Mondays The Middleton Senior Center receives bakery items on Mondays ONLY at approximately 10:30 a.m. from Clasen’s. Scrabble Mondays Join us to play Scrabble at 9:00 a.m. on Mondays. We have several Scrabble boards; therefore, multiple games may be played. No reservations are needed you may just show up! Cribbage Players We have a Cribbage group that plays on Monday mornings at 9:30 a.m. They are always looking for additional players. We have the cribbage boards, you can just show up. Pinochle Join our Pinochle group on Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Foot Care Home Health United and the Middleton Senior Center offer foot care several times each month. The cost of Foot Care is $20.00. For an appointment contact 831-2373. Diabetic Foot Care We offer Diabetic Foot Care twice a month. The cost is $28.00 per visit. Contact the Middleton Senior Center, at 831-2373, for an appointment. Monday Bridge Bridge on Mondays is now open to anyone who wishes to play. Please arrive by 12:30 p.m. to begin play at 12:45 p.m. Dining Center Information All menu items are prepared in kitchens that are not allergen-free. We cannot guarentee that food allergens will not be transferred through cross- contact. No substitutions allowed. For additional information or questions please contact Ted Quincey at 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 J u n e 2 0 1 6 Blood Pressure Screening Blood Pressure screening is on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. This month it will be on Tuesday, June 7th, at 12:30 p.m. 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, June 7th and Tuesday, June 21st, at 10:00 a.m. Sheet music is provided. Mary Duckwitz and Fran Jeatran lead this group as well as accompanying on the piano. New voices welcome. Mah Jongg We have an active 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. You MUST bring your own Mah Jongg card. * Please note this group does not play at the Middleton Senior Center on the last Tuesday of the month. Spanish Ellen Soto will teach several levels of Spanish this spring. A new section will begin at the beginning of each month and run for four weeks, June 7th - June 28th. All classes will be on Tuesday mornings. 9:00 a.m. Conversational Spanish 10:00 a.m. Spanish for Beginners 11:00 a.m. Spanish Grammar Cost is just $5.00 for the four-week class. Contact the Senior Center, at 831-2373, to sign up. New students are welcome at any point. BINGO BINGO is played on the last Tuesday of each month. Join us on Tuesday, June 28th, at 1:00 p.m. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for BINGO. Wood Carving Drop In We have a talented group of wood carvers that get together on Tuesday mornings 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. They bring their own projects and share with each other their creative skills and experience. Anyone is welcome to join them any time. Coffee & The Economy Shannon Riley, of Edward Jones Investments, will host a program on the second Tuesday of each month, at 9:00 a.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. Join him on Tuesday, June 14th, at 9:00 a.m. for coffee, pastries and a general discussion about financial issues. This month’s topic is “An Investor’s Tour of Mutual Funds + Market Update”. Mending Service Mending is usually offered on the second Tuesday and Thursday of each month. This month it will be on Thursday, June 9th and Tuesday, June 14th, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Appointments are required. Our volunteers will do simple mending and hemming they will not alter clothing with linings. You are allowed to bring two items per appointment. Make your appointment by calling 831-2373. Poetry Class for Everyone Exercise your mind and stretch your creative muscles in a poetry class led by writer/poet Marla Maeder. The Poetry group meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Turn your feelings, memories and observations into free verse, rhyme or haiku, anything goes. Call 831-2373 to sign up or just show up. Newsletter Assembly The July newsletter will be assembled at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 28th, for bulk mailing. Doors of the Senior Center will be open at 8:00 a.m. and assembly of the newsletter will begin at 8:30 a.m. 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. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 j u n e 2 0 1 6 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. Women Embracing Change Group This amazing group of women meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. This women only group meets to discuss the changes we go through as we age. Pat Ball facilitates on topics that include, physical, emotional and changes as well as a variety of other issues. Please join us on Wednesday, June 8th, at 10:30 a.m. and on Wednesday, June 22nd, at 10:30 a.m. Essential Tremor/Dystonia Support Group This group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. They will meet on Wednesday, June 8th, at 10:30 a.m. Mitch Tyler (UW Bioengineering) will describe the portable neuromodulation device being tested in the Tactile Communication & Neuro- Rehabilitation Lab for noninvasive treatment of a variety of neurologic conditions. For information, e-mail [EMAIL REDACTED] or call Kathy at 824- 9130. New members are always welcome. Writing Group The Middleton Senior Center has a thriving group of writers that will meet on Wednesday, June 15th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. This is a group of creative seniors that write about a variety of topics in a variety of writing styles. Each month a different member decides on the topics and styles of writing. Participants bring their homework to share with the class. Choose one of the following quotes to write about: 1. From Christina Baker Kline’s book Orphan Train, “I’ve come to think that’s what heaven is a place in the memory of others where our best selves live on.” 2. From the book, The Supremes at Earl’s All you Can Eat by Edward Kelsey Moore. “I love Jesus, but some of his representatives sure make my ass tired.” 3. From Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare: “Cowards die many times before their deaths. The valiant never taste of death but once.” June Movie “Concussion” Join us for an afternoon movie on Friday, June 10th, at 12:30 p.m. to watch “Concussion”. In Pittsburgh, accomplished pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions in the course of normal play. Starring: Will Smith, Alec Baldwin, Al Brooks and David Morse PG 13 2 Hours Middleton Jazz Every Thursday Middleton Jazz is a diverse group of musicians who simply love to create music. They play/practice at the Middleton Senior Center every Thursday morning, 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. They play a variety of songs but specialize in New Orleans jazz. Stop by, join in or have a listen if you are in the area. Gadget Guru Our Gadget Guru is at the Middleton Senior Center on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month to assist you with your gadgets. If you need a little help, Dave will be available on Thursday, June 9th and June 23rd, at 10:00 a.m. 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 Thursday, June 9th, at 1:00 p.m. Caregivers, as well as listeners, are welcome to join. Rummikub 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. New members welcome. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday J u n e 2 0 1 6 6 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 11:30 Social Seniors to Imperial Gardens • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 13 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 7 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Blood Pressure Check • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 14 • 9:00 Mending • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Coffee & The Economy • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 1 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 11:30 Social Seniors meet @ Free House • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre • 1:00 Oil Pastels 8 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Farmers Market Voucher Distribution • 10:30 Essential Tremor Group • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 15 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre • 1:00 Writing Group • 1:00 TED Talk “The World of Tiny Things” 2 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 9 • 9:00 Mending • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Madison Metro Program • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Caregiver Support 16 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Senior Games - Euchre 3 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 10 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Movie “Concussion” 17 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 1:00 Greeting Card Class June 2016 ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday j u n e 2 0 1 6 20 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge • 4:00 Commission on Aging 27 • 9:00 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 28 • 8:30 Newsletter Assembly • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO 22 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre • 1:00 Scarf Dyeing 29 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 23 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Books R Us • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 30 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 24 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 1 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle June 2016 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 building 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, volunteers and participants are flexible and cooperative when such changes are made. 21 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 10:30 Poetry • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Life Long Learning “Advanced Directives” ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 j u n e 2 0 1 6 Mystery Book Club The Mystery book club will meet on Wednesday, June 1st, at 10:00 a.m. They will discuss Identical by Scott Turow. State Senator Paul Giannis is a candidate for Mayor of Kindle County. His identical twin brother Cass is newly released from prison, 25 years after pleading guilty to the murder of his girlfriend, Dita Kronon. When Evon Miller, an ex-FBI agent who is the head of security for the Kronon family business, and private investigator Tim Brodie begin a re-investigation of Dita’s death, a complex web of murder, sex, and betrayal-as only Scott Turow could weave-dramatically unfolds... The book for Wednesday, July 6th, 10:00 a.m. meeting will be Baltimore Blues by Laura Lippman. Discover the first novel in New York Times bestselling author Laura Lippman’s outstanding Tess Monaghan series! When a former Baltimore reporter must solve the murder of a notorious attorney, she discovers Charm City is rife with dark, sordid, and dangerous secrets. Books are available from the South Central Library System in print, large print, downloadable epub. New members are welcome. Books R Us Books R Us will meet on Thursday, June 23rd, at 10:00 a.m. The selection is Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing. Bound for Antarctica, where polar explorer Ernest Shackleton planned to cross on foot the last uncharted continent, the Endurance set sail from England in August 1914. In January 1915, only a day’s sail short of its destination, the Endurance became locked in an island of ice. For ten months the ice-moored Endurance drifted northwest before it was finally crushed. But for Shackleton and his crew of twenty- seven men the ordeal had barely begun. It would end only after a near-miraculous journey by Shackleton and a skeleton crew through the heaviest seas to the closest outpost of civilization. This astonishing tale of survival over a year on the ice-bound Antarctic seas.This book has long been acknowledged as the definitive account of the Endurance’s fateful trip. Social Seniors Social Seniors is a group that gets together to partake in activities throughout the community. No need for reservations or to sign-up in advance. You may simply show up to one of their events. Join them on Wednesday, June 1st, at 11:30 a.m. at Free House, 1902 Parmenter Street for lunch and planning. Then on Monday, June 6th, 11:30 a.m. meet at Imperial Gardens, 2039 University Avenue, for lunch. Anyone is welcome to join them. Farmers Market Vouchers The Middleton Senior Center has vouchers that can be used at the area Farmer’s Markets. The vouchers are available to seniors who are 60 and over and meet the income eligibility limits. If you are interested, a representative from Dane County will be at the Senior Center Wednesday, June 8th, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. for the distribution. The 2015 income limit for a one-person household is $21,978 (gross) per year (or $1,832 a month), and a two person household limit is $29,637 (gross) per year (or $2,470 a month). If you have further questions contact Jill Schonenberger or Kathy Lauer at 831-2373. Poll Workers Needed The City of Middleton is looking for volunteers to help staff the four polling places in Middleton for the November 8th, election: the Middleton Police Station, St. Luke’s Church, St Bernard’s Church and Heritage Senior Living. Volunteer job duties range from greeting, registration, absentee ballots, poll books, and handing out ballots. An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, July 21st, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at City Hall. If you decide to be a poll worker, you can sign up at this meeting. Contact Lorie Burns, Middleton City Clerk, ([EMAIL REDACTED]) at 821-8350 or drop by City Hall, 7426 Hubbard Avenue. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 j u n e 2 0 1 6 Greeting Card Making Class Judy Arawinko, an avid card maker, will be teaching another greeting cards class at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 17th. You will be able to let your creative side shine through with the use of special embellishments, different folding techniques and pretty papers. All supplies are furnished as well as envelopes and inserts for four cards. Cost is $10. 00, space is limited. Due to the popularity of the class, if you are unable to attend this class, (even on class day) please let us know to allow those on the waiting list to enjoy the class. Scarf Dyeing Class Judy Arawinko will be teaching a scarf dyeing class at the Middleton Senior Center on Wednesday, June 22nd, at 1:00 p.m. Cost is just $15.00 and you will make a scarf with your own design to keep or give as a gift. Class space is limited, call 831-2373 to make your reservation today. Nimble Fingers (submitted by Sharon Braem) One of our nimble fingers members quilted a panel of the Serenity Prayer. It was put up for sale at our craft corner. Two sisters purchased it for their brother who was celebrating 40 years of being sober. In addition, the YMCA of Madison approached us for mittens for the children in the after-school day- care program. They purchased yarn and attempted to make mittens, but was unsuccessful. We were able to give her about a dozen pairs of mittens and a promise to donate more. Nimble Fingers also donated two small quilts to the two girls who were involved in the traffic accident in April. If you are interested in sewing, quilting, crocheting or knitting for charity, please consider joining our group. We meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 12:30. The other Thursdays the sewers generally gather to work on projects. We can also use donations of skeins of yarn and also fabric for quilts. Madison College Classes Madison College (formerly MATC) offers 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. To Register call (608) 258-2301 ext. #2 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+ The Zen of Kumihimo (Japanese Braiding) Tuesdays June 7th - June 28th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Class #10486 Estimated Senior Cost is $82.50 Cooking: Knife Skills & Safety Wednesday, June 15th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class # 10495 Estimated Senior Cost is $37.50 Cooking for Couples Thursday, June 16th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class #10896 Estimated Senior Cost is $45.50 Digital Camera Workshop Mondays June 20th & June 27th 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Class # 10556 Estimated Senior Cost is $30.50 Pressure Cooking Basics Wednesdays June 22nd & June 29th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class # 10517 Estimated Senior Cost is $50.50 ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 j u n e 2 0 1 6 Madison Metro Bus Mary Ellen Reiland, a representative from Madison Metro will be at the Middleton Senior Center on Thursday, June 9th at 10:00 a.m. to discuss transportation options. She will explain basic rider uses of the the Metro system, general information about using the bus and it’s routes, and some of the disabled services they offer. Titletown During Green Bay Packer Training Camp Join us on Thursday, August 11th, for a trip to Green Bay Packers training camp. It attracts thousands of visitors each year for this tradition that began with Curly Lambeau. The Packers’ outdoor practice field has all new permanent seating structures for fans. Departing at 7:00 a.m. returning approximately 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a guided Champions tour of Lambeau Field stadium and experience the Packers’ history-rich facility first-hand as we see several behind-the- scenes areas such as the Bob Harlan Plaza, the Players’ Tunnel, and the newly constructed South End and Roof. Outstanding photo opportunities avail themselves throughout the tour. Lunch is included at Lambeau (home-cooked meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy, garden salad, dinner rolls with butter, freshly baked cookies and your choice coffee, iced tea, or lemonade). Then enjoy a self-guided tour of the new Packer Hall of Fame, located in sections of the first and second floors of the Atrium. You will also have time to shop at the Pro Shop! Space is limited and the cost of the trip is $95.00, payment due by July 5th. Contact 831-2373 to make your reservation today. Remember your reservation is NOT confirmed until payment is received. TOPS Interest Taking Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) is a weight loss program based on members helping and supporting each other while they learn to take off and maintain their weight. If you would be interested in this program, please contact Laura at 831-2373. Alice Paremski - tax prep. Donna Werla - tax prep. Catherine Slamar - tax prep. Martha & Ronald Schwarz �����Donation - tax prep. Edward Baker - tax prep. Leigh Luedtke - tax prep. Helen Frey - tax prep. Joan Friend - tax prep. Marjorie Kangas - tax prep. Mary Sue Lange - tax prep. Marilyn Lokken - tax prep. Maggie Purcell - tax prep. Gloria Accardo - tax prep. Walter & Shirley Brinkman ����Donation - tax prep. Barbara Melchert - tax prep. Elizabeth Scott - tax prep. Charlotte Marshall - tax prep. Virginia Rodgers - tax prep. Roy & Barbara Thompson ������Donation - tax prep. Mary Burke - tax prep. Gary & Frances Davis - tax prep. Jo Y. Fischer - tax prep. Anita Caravello - tax prep. Betty Andro - tax prep. Ruth Rand - tax prep. John & Susan Schultz - tax prep. Betty Krause - tax prep. Kenneth Matz - tax prep. Linda Lins - tax prep. Nancy Dolan - tax prep. Thomas Hawkos - tax prep. Lennie Redders - tax prep. The following donations were received by the Middleton Senior Center. Thank you for your support of the programs and services offered! ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 j u n e 2 0 1 6 Driver Escorts Volunteers are needed to provide rides to seniors for medical appointments. The schedule is flexible and volunteers designate when they are available to drive. Mileage is reimbursed. Many seniors rely on this form of transportation to get to vital appointments. Contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373 for more information. Receptionists Are you the type of person who loves to help people and knows the importance of good customer service? Here is a great opportunity to use these skills by being a receptionist at the Senior Center. Shifts available: Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373. Calling all Menders We are in need of two menders for the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. starting in July. You will be working together and handling 8 items to mend per month per person. Sewing machine provided or you take items home to mend. Must have sewing skills with adequate eyesight and flexibility of hands. We are looking for someone who communicates well and has great customer service skills. If interested or have questions, contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373. Overture Center Tickets The Middleton Senior Center has reserved a block of tickets for the 2016-2017 Broadway series and Tony Bennett at the Overture Center. Tickets are limited and these are the only dates we are offering. All tickets must be paid (cash or check only) to the Middleton Senior Center by July 1st, 2016. No refunds or exchanges available. Contact Laura at 831-2373 for more information. Cinderella Thursday, October 6th, 2016 @ 7:30 p.m. $70.00 per ticket. Tony Bennett Friday, October 28th, 2016 @ 8:00 p.m. $81.00 per ticket The Illusionists Friday, November 25th, 2016 @ 2:00 p.m. $70.00 per ticket Jersey Boys Thursday, January 5th, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m. $70.00 per ticket Phantom of the Opera Thursday, February 2nd, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m. $87.00 per ticket Cabaret Thursday, March 23rd, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m. $70.00 per ticket Book of Mormon Thursday, May 11th, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m. $115.00 per ticket Beautiful Thursday, June 15th, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m. $95.00 per ticket Elwood Retiring On June 12th, Elwood, Rill’s Seeing Eye Dog, will retire after more than 9 years of loyal service. He will spend the summer on the shores of Lake Superior and return to Middleton with his new family this fall. Rill has applied for a new dog. As with any specialized service, this process may take several months to match her with and and train her with a new service dog. ---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] Nancy DeCori ���������������������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