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Bus Schedule page 2 DONATIONS page 11 Calendar page 6-7 Menus page 2-3 Programs & Events page 9-10 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5, 8 upcoming events page 10-11 Volunteer Opportunities page 11 august 2017 Downsizing - Where to Start Join us at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23rd, for a program about how to get started once you have decided to downsize. Heidi Stanley, of Moving Forward, will present ideas about how not to feel overwhelmed. She will give you some simple and easy ways to get begin the process, as well as, resources that are available to assist you. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for the program. Make your lunch reservation by calling 831-2373, by noon on Tuesday, August 22nd. Medicare Presentation Whether you are becoming Medicare-eligible, you already have Medicare coverage, or you are shopping for someone else, Medicare can be overwhelming and confusing. Join us on Tuesday, August 15th, at 1:00 p.m. when a representative from Dean Health Plan will be providing a Medicare Educational Seminar to cover basic insurance terms and important things to consider when shopping for Medicare. This seminar is solely for informational purposes and will not include any sales activity. Bring your Medicare questions. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for the program. Make your lunch reservation by calling 831-2373, by noon on Monday, August 14th. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 august 1 Tuesday and Swiss Croissant 2 Wednesday Pork w/ Gravy 3 Thursday & Meat Sauce 4 Friday & Gravy 7 Monday Steak 8 Tuesday Macaroni Salad 9 Wednesday ���������������Cheeseburger on a Bun 10 Thursday Sausage 11 Friday Baked Fish 14 Monday Gratin Potatoes & Ham 15 Tuesday Mac-N-Cheese 16 Wednesday Cacciatore 17 Thursday 18 Friday Burrito Bake 21 Monday Joe on a Bun 22 Tuesday Fish 23 Wednesday Chicken 24 Thursday Green Pepper 25 Friday Slice 28 Monday 29 Tuesday on a Bun 30 Wednesday Enchilada Casserole 31 Thursday Broccoli Rotini Salad 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 Pick ‘n Save 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 Pick ‘n Save & Target 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 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 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 Change Salad options have moved to Fridays. We offer cold salads as an alternative to the regular Friday meal at the dining center ONLY. August 4th Santa Fe Chicken Salad Mixed greens or lettuce topped with seasoned chicken, black bean salsa, shredded cheese and tortilla strips. Ranch Dressing included. August 11th Fruit and Veggie Plate A plate with pineapple, fresh melon, cottage cheese, cherry tomatoes and cucumbers. No dressing included. August 18th Caprese Salad Mixed greens and spinach topped with basil marinated tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese and croutons. Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing included. August 25th 7 Layer Salad Shredded lettuce topped with peas, celery, onion, mayo, shredded cheese, bacon and eggs. No dressing included. Vegetarian Option We offer a vegetarian option to our lunch menu. For details contact Ted 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 We have a Cribbage group that plays on Monday mornings at 10:00 a.m. We have the Cribbage Boards, you may simply show up. Piano Entertainment Robert Auerbach entertains us with his talented piano skills on Mondays 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Feel free to come and enjoy his music. Wii Sports The Middleton Senior Center has a Wii Video Gaming system. Participants play the games, primarily bowling, but other games as well, on Mondays at 12:30 p.m. No need to sign up, just show up. Pinochle Join our Pinochle group on Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Dining Center Information All menu items are prepared in kitchens that are not allergen-free. We cannot guarantee 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. Senior Center Closed The Senior Center will also be closed on Monday, September 4th, in observance of the Labor 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 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 Open Bridge Open Bridge on Mondays is open to anyone who wishes to play. Please do not get seated or begin playing in the Large Activity Room before 12:15 p.m. to begin playing at 12:30 p.m. Please respect their time and wishes. Please do not arrive before 12:15 p.m. Open Cards Open Cards is for people that have a group of people who play cards together, however, they need a location to play. You may come to the Middleton Senior Center with your group on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Please check at the front desk for an available location. 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. 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. Sing–Along Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. for a Sing-Along with friends. Singing takes place only on Tuesday, August 1st and Tuesday, August 15th, at 10:00 a.m. Sheet music is provided. Mary Duckwitz and Fran Jeatran lead this group as well as accompanying on the piano. BINGO BINGO is played on the last Tuesday of each month. Join us on Tuesday, August 29th, at 1:00 p.m. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for BINGO. Mending Service Mending is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. Morning appointments will be on Tuesday, August 8th. You are allowed to bring two items per appointment. You must make an appointment by calling 831-2373. 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, August 8th, at 9:00 a.m. for coffee, pastries and a general discussion about financial issues. This month’s topic will be “A Market Update”. Blood Pressure Screening Blood Pressure Screening is held on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. This month it will be at 12:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 1st. No reservation necessary, simply show up. Mah Jongg Mah Jongg is played on Tuesday afternoons* at 12:30 p.m. 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 Senior Center on the last Tuesday of the month. 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. Newsletter Assembly The September newsletter will be assembled on Tuesday, August 22nd, at 8:30 a.m. for bulk mailing. We can always use help with folding, assembling and adhearing mailing labels. 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. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 Spanish You can boost your brain power at any age and learning Spanish can do this. Ellen Soto teaches at several levels. This is a low stress group that accepts new members at any point. You may improve your mental health by meeting new friends, learning something new, and having fun. The cost is $8.00 per month/per class. A new section begins each month and runs for four weeks. Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. Spanish Conversation - topics and stories from the students. 10:00 a.m. Latin America - histories of countries, includes population, capitols, rivers and mountains. Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. Basic Spanish - conversation, questions, step by step learning basic communication. 10:00 a.m. Practice - reading, writing and role playing. Practicing daily activities. 11:00 a.m. Introduction to Spanish - Alphabet, phonetics, learning words and short sentences, vowels and the five senses. For more information call the Senior Center, at 831-2373. New students are welcome. 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. 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. Essential Tremor/Dystonia Support Group The Essential Tremor Support group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. They will meet on Wednesday, August 9th, at 10:30 a.m. For more information, e-mail [EMAIL REDACTED]. August Movie “Jackie” Join us on Friday, August 11th, at 12:30 p.m. Following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy fights through grief and trauma to regain her faith, console her children, and define her husband’s historic legacy. Starring Natalie Portman, Peter Sarsgaard and Greta Gerwig. Rated R 1h 40min Biography, Drama, History Women Embracing Change Group This 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, August 9th, at 10:30 a.m. and on Wednesday, August 23rd, at 10:30 a.m. Mystery Book Club The Mystery Book Club will meet on Wednesday, August 2nd, at 10:00 a.m. to discuss the book be Naked in Death, by JD Robb. Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In over ten years on the force, she’s seen it all—and knows her survival depends on her instincts. And she’s going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire—and a suspect in Eve’s murder investigation. The book for the Wednesday, September 6th, meeting will be I Let You Go, by Claire MackIntosh. I Let you Go follows Jenna Gray as she moves to a ramshackle cottage on the remote Welsh coast, trying to escape the memory of the car accident that plays again and again in her mind and desperate to heal from the loss of her child and the rest of her painful past. Books are available from the South Central Library System in print, large print, downloadable epub. New members are welcome. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 7 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Bridge • 12:30 Computer Seminar 14 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Bridge • 12:30 Computer Seminar 8 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 9:00 Coffee & The Economy • 9:00 Mending • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 15 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Life Long Learning 2 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 - 12:00 Spanish Classes • 9:15 Social Seniors @ Hy-Vee • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 10:00 Forget-Me- Nots • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 9 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 - 12:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Essential Tremor Support • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre • 1:00 Writing Group 16 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 - 12:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Forget-Me- Nots • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 3 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 10 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 4:00 Social Seniors Depart for Pontoon Boat Ride 17 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:00 Battling the Aging Brain • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 4 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards 11 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Movie “Jackie” • 1:00 Paper Crafting Class 18 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards August 2017 1 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Blood Pressure Screening • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 5:30 PIG ROAST ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday A u g u s t 2 0 1 7 21 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Bridge • 12:30 Computer Seminar • 4:00 Commission on Aging 28 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Bridge • 12:30 Computer Seminar 23 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 - 12:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Downsizing Presentation • 1:00 Euchre 30 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 - 12:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 24 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Books R Us • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 31 • 8:00 Social Seniors Depart for Cave of the Mounds • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 25 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards 1 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards August 2017 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. 22 • 8:30 Newsletter Assembly • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 & 10:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 29 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 & 10:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 10:00 Sing-Along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 TOPS Meetings Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets at the Middleton Senior Center on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. TOPS is a weight loss program based on members helping and supporting each other. It focuses on making small, steady lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health. Yearly membership is $32.00. They meet once a week for a short business meeting, a weigh-in and a topic of discussion. Meetings are one hour. At no time are individual weights ever discussed during the meeting. You may sign up by calling 831-2373, or simply show up. New members are always welcome. Writing Group The Middleton Senior Center has a distinctive group of writers that meets on the second Wednesday of each month. This is a group of creative seniors that write about a variety of topics in a variety of writing styles. Participants bring their homework to share with the class. This month they will meet at the Middleton Senior Center on Wednesday, August 9th, at 1:00 p.m. This months topics are: 1. What is an early memory of being outside in a natural setting (a backyard would be fine). Describe the experience. 2. What do you think are the keys to a good marriage or friendship? Your choice. 3. Pets in your life. What have they meant to you? Have they changed you? For more information you may call Laura, 831-2373. New members are always welcome. 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. This month Dave will be here at 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 10th and Thursday, August 24th. Books R Us Books R Us will meet on Thursday, August 24th, at 10:00 a.m. This month’s book is The Paris Architect, by Charles Belfoure. In 1942 Paris, gifted architect Lucien Bernard accepts a commission that will bring him a great deal of money - and maybe get him killed. But if he’s clever enough, he’ll avoid any trouble. All he has to do is design a secret hiding place for a wealthy Jewish man, a space so invisible that even the most determined German officer won’t find it. He sorely needs the money, and outwitting the Nazis who have occupied his beloved city is a challenge he can’t resist. 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. Crocheters, Knitters and Sewers The Nimble Fingers group at the Middleton Senior Center is looking to recruit some new members. If you or someone you know crochets, knits or sews, please consider joining our group. The items we make are donated to charities in the immediate area, such as Gilda’s, MOM, UW Children’s Hospital, VA Hospital and many more. We provide yarn and fabric. It is a great group of ladies that enjoy handcrafting items for charity. We meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. in the lower level. This month join us on Thursday, August 3rd and August 17th, 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. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 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. Paper Crafting with Judy Join us on Friday, August 11th, at 1:00 p.m. for a fun afternoon of card-making and paper crafting. Let your creative side shine through with the use of embellishments and pretty papers. All supplies included. Glue sticks are provided for this class, but feel free to bring your own double sided adhesive. Cost is $10.00 and space is limited. Call 831-2373 to make your reservation today. 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. Wednesday, August 2nd, at 9:15 a.m. meet at Hy-Vee, 675 S. Whitney way for breakfast and planning. Thursday, August 31st, 8:00 a.m. meet at the Senior Center to car pool to the Cave of the Mounds. Cost is $17.95 for the tour. Scholarships available. For additional information contact Laura, 831-2373. Battling the Aging Brain Join us on Thursday, August 17th, at 11:00 a.m. for a presentation about the brain. As one of the most complex organs in the human body, you will learn about how the brain works and how to keep it healthy. A representative from Humana Health Care will be presenting. Sign up by calling 831-2373. Computer & Technology Seminars A variety of one day, two hour seminars will be offered at the Middleton Senior Center in August. Dave with Computer PC is teaching these classes. All classes are on Monday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and cost is $5.00 per person per class. Space is limited, you must sign up for each class in advance. Mondays 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. August 7th Facebook August 14th Email Tips & Tricks August 21st Backing up Your Data August 28th Social Media Call 831-2373 to sign up for one or all classes. Joy of Journaling Words are deeply powerful and have the ability to change and transform our life’s experiences. Please join me in learning how to create a journaling ritual. Not as ‘one more thing to do’ – rather a joyful way of finding your own unique voice on paper. This will be an exploration of many journaling techniques to allow you to find what works best for you. Along with being in an encouraging group setting – there will be many take home handouts to guide your journaling. No writing or experience necessary. Mondays September 11th - October 9th 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (5 weeks) Cost is just $30.00 and MUST be paid in advance to Middleton Senior Center by Monday, September 4th. Scholarships are available. Donations Wanted The Road Home works to relieve the immediate crisis of homelessness and build skills, resources and relationships that set the stage for long-term success. Our Nimble Fingers group has donated pillowcases, quilts and blankets to them. The pillowcases are used for their pillows, but also to carry some of their belongings from church to church. The Nimble Fingers group also donates hotel and trial size toiletries to this and other organizations. You may bring your toiletries to the front desk at the Middleton Senior Center. ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 Conscious Aging - Cultivate Wisdom, Connect with Others, Celebrate Life! (Another Wise Elders series) Conscious Aging is about our innate ability to focus on listening to our own inner wisdom and guidance as we walk through the many changes we face as we age. I invite you to join us as we reflect on what has given heart and meaning to our lives and how that informs our intentions for our aging process. This series will focus on topics such as Self- Compassion, Forgiveness, Life Review, Letting Go, and most importantly, Creating a New Vision of our Aging. While there will be many sharing and writing practices offered, there is always the option of sitting quietly with your own inner wisdom. This class will meet on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. September 21st - October 25th. (six weeks) The cost is $75.00 and includes a course workbook. Space is limited to ONLY 12 people for this class. Advanced registration is required. Payment due by September 14th. Introducing Gentle Chair Yoga for Wellness If you think you can’t do yoga - “I’m too out of shape”, “I’m too old”, “I ‘m not flexible” - then this six-week class may be for you. Join us on Monday mornings at 10:00 a.m., October 2nd - November 6th. Using breath, movement, and mindful transitions we will begin seated in a chair and explore simple postures. Because we are all physically unique, there will be many modifications offered. There will also be options for those that wish to explore moving into simple standing poses. Cost is $42.00 and must be paid by September 25th. Call 831-2373 to sign up. Madison College Class Madison College offers classes at the Middleton Senior Center. A minimum of 10 students is required for classes to be active. 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+ Pressure Cooking Basics Tuesdays August 8th & August 15th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class #11011 Estimated Senior Cost is $47.13 Android Device Basics Fridays September 1st & September 8th 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Class #33527 Estimated Senior Cost is $69.00 Watercolor Painting - All Levels Mondays September 25th - October 23rd 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class #33860 Estimated Senior Cost is $109.00 Introduction to Wine Thursday, November 30th 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class # 33629 Estimated Cost is $48.00 Coffee & Fruit Fund Thank you for your monetary donations into the coffee fund it REALLY does make a difference! Although it is not free - it is cheap. ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 a u g u s t 2 0 1 7 Volunteer Wanted Spa Assistant - Foot Care This position assists the nurse that performs Foot care. You will not be cutting any nails but will be taking money, getting towels and drawing water. Openings available for: Second Tuesday of the month, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Second Thursday of the month 1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. We are also looking for substitutes as back up for our spa assistants. If you are interested, contact Sandy Witte, Volunteer Coordinator, at 831-2373. 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. Wanted Snow Shovelers for Middleton Seniors We need people to shovel senior’s sidewalks on the weekends. If you would be willing to shovel a designated senior(s) driveway and/or sidewalk on the weekends this winter, please contact Sandy at 831- 2373. The following donations were received by the Middleton Senior Center. Thank you for your support of the programs and services offered. Carol Arseneau Vishwa Kashyap Doris Schroeder Theresa Roberts Conversationalists Needed Recruiting volunteers to come and converse with our seniors during lunch from 11:20 a.m. - 12:00p.m. You can choose a day from Monday thru Friday and how many times you would like come in a month.Contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373 if you are interested. Annual Volunteer Meeting There will be an information meeting for ALL Volunteers on Tuesday, October 10th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. This year we will have a guest speaker who will present about “Bullying Among Seniors – Can’t We All Just Get Along”. Fall and Winter procedures will be discussed along with changes for the Volunteer program. Please mark your calendars and plan on attending. Loan Closet Changes The Middleton Senior Center will ONLY accept the following medical equipment donations: • Wheelchairs and transport chairs • Wheelchair foam cushions • Walkers – with and without seats • Walker baskets and bags • Canes of all types • Crutches • Commodes and raised toilet seats • Toilet rails and bed rails • Disposable adult diapers and bed pads • Bath benches and shower stools • Tub bars and grab bars • Bed rails For additional information, please contact 831-2373. Save the Date If you volunteered at the Middleton Senior Center during the past year, mark your calendars for the Volunteer Appreciation on Thursday, September 14th, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Featuring the Sweet Adelines “Spare Parts Quartet”. Invitations will be mailed the middle of August. ---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] 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