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april Menus page 2-3 Bus Schedule page 2 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5, 8 APRIL Calendar page 6-7 APRIL Programs & Events page 9-10 upcoming events page 10-11 Volunteer Opportunities page 10 DONATIONS page 11 April 2017 Eating for Digestive Health Our digestive health is affected by our age, certain medications, illness and genetics; learn about different components in foods that can affect, maintain or improve it. Join us on Thursday, April 27th, at 11:00 a.m. Andrea Erickson, a Registered Dietitian, at Hy- Vee grocery store will speak about improving your overall health by changing your eating habit. Reserve your seat for the program by calling 831- 2373. How to Survive an Active Shooter We are hearing too frequently about active shooter situations. Learn about ways you can respond should you be in this position. Jocelyn Longley, of the Dane County Sheriff’s Office, will be at the Middleton Senior Center on Tuesday, April 18th, at 1:00 p.m. She will present about response plans for the situation, warning signs, lessons learned from previous events, and other applicable plans. This program is rescheduled from a January snow day. 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, April 17th. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 a p r i l 2 0 1 7 April 3 Monday Joe on a Bun 4 Tuesday Chicken 5 Wednesday Green Pepper Soup w/ Turkey and Cheese on Rye Sandwich 6 Thursday Slice 7 Friday Fish 10 Monday on a Bun 11 Tuesday & Meat Sauce 12 Wednesday Broccoli Rotini Salad 13 Thursday Steak 14 Friday Roast w/ Gravy 17 Monday on a Bun 18 Tuesday Chicken 19 Wednesday Ham 20 Thursday Cheese Lasagna 21 Friday Face Hot Beef Sandwich with Gravy 24 Monday Chicken on a Bun 25 Tuesday Beef w/ Gravy 26 Wednesday Chicken Salad on a Bun 27 Thursday Barley Lentil Soup Ham & Swiss on Croissant 28 Friday Pork 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 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 P R I L 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 Alternative We offer cold salads as an alternative to the regular Tuesday meal at the dining center ONLY. April 4th-- Garden Salad Mixed greens and lettuce, cheese, garbanzo beans, cucumber, broccoli, tomoto and peas. Your choiceof dressing. April 11th Chicken Ranch Salad Mixed greens and lettuce, diced chicken, crumbled bacon, cucumbers, diced tomatoes, peas, purple onion. Served with Ranch Dressing. April 18th Chef Salad Shredded lettuce, ham, turkey, cheese, tomato wedges, shredded carrots, radishes, diced cucumbers. Your choice of dressing. April 24th Taco Salad Lettuce, meat (beef), cheese, diced tomatoes, diced onion, salsa, sour cream and tostado chips. 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 Players Time Adjusted We have a Cribbage group that plays on Monday mornings at 10:00 a.m. They are always looking for additional players. We have the cribbage boards, you can just show up. 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. 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. 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. Inclement Weather Reminder In the event the Middleton-Cross Plains School District closes schools due to bad weather, the Middleton Senior Center will also be closed. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered nor will meals be served at the Middleton Senior Center. The cancelled meal will be served the next day. All classes, activities and programs are cancelled. Contact the Senior Center regarding rescheduled or make up programs. In addition, the shopping bus will not run on days when the Senior Center is closed due to the weather. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 A p r i l 2 0 1 7 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 do not get seated or begin playing in the Large Activity Room before 12:30 p.m. as our leader would like to clean tables, organize and set up the area during this time. 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 Thursdays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Please check at the front desk for an available location. 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 on Tuesday, April 4th and Tuesday, April 18th, 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. Mending Service Mending is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. Morning appointments will be on Tuesday, April 11th. 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, April 11th, at 9:00 a.m. for coffee, pastries and a general discussion about financial issues. This month’s topic is “Outlook and Opportunities” in today’s world. Blood Pressure Screening Blood Pressure screening takes place on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. This month it will be on Tuesday, April 4th, at 12:30 p.m. Sign IN & Sign UP Please remember to notify the Middleton Senior Center staff of any changes to your address, phone or emergency contacts. It is very important to remember to sign IN with your key card. If you do not have a key card, please ask for one at the front desk and we will arrange for a card. Keeping track of the participant involvement levels and volunteer hours are important for budgeting purposes. It is important to sign up in advance if you are planning on attending a program, event or meal. If there is a change we can contact you in advance, and it helps us to avoid cancelling programs due to a lack of interest. If you don’t sign up, we won’t know there is interest in a program and we may cancel a program. PLEASE call us to sign up for any program that you are interested in attending or call to cancel if you are unable to attend. This will make your space available to someone on our waiting list. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 A P R I L 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 for the class is $5.00 per month. A new section begins each month and runs for four weeks. Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. Spanish Conversation 10:00 a.m. Grammar, Writing and Reading Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. Spanish Beginners 10:00 a.m. Spanish Immersion For more information call the Senior Center, at 831-2373. New students are welcome. 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 May newsletter will be assembled on Tuesday, April 25th, 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 begin at 8:30 a.m. BINGO BINGO is played on the last Tuesday of each month. Join us on Tuesday, April 25th, at 1:00 p.m. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for BINGO. April Movie “Loving” Join us on Friday, April 14th, at 12:30 p.m. In 1958, in the State of Virginia, the idea of interracial marriage was not only considered to be immoral to many, it was also illegal. When Richard and Mildred fall in love, they are aware of the eyes staring at them and the words said behind their backs. It is when they get married, however, that words and looks become actions, and the two are arrested. The couple decide to take their case all the way to the Supreme Court in order to fight for their love in this passionate and gripping drama that critics are calling “a masterpiece.” Starring: Ruth Negga, Joel Edgerton and Will Dalton PG 13 2 hours Biography, Romance and Drama Euchre Join us for Euchre on Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. Anyone is welcome to join. 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, April 12th, at 10:30 a.m. The topic is “Does Diet Make a Difference?” Member experience with nutritional approaches to management. For more information, e-mail [EMAIL REDACTED]. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday a p r i l 2 0 1 7 3 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 10 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 4 • 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 Bridge Lessons • 12:30 Blood Pressure Check • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 11 • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 Mending • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 10:00 Coffee & The Economy • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Bridge Lessons • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 5 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 9:15 Social Seniors @ La Brioche • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 10:00 Forget-Me- Nots • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 12 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Hats N Tales • 10:30 Essential Tremor Support • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 6 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Bridge Lessons • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 13 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Reminiscing • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Bridge Lessons • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 7 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards 14 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 e-Reader Appointments • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Movie “Loving” April 2017 ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday A P R I L 2 0 1 7 17 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge • 4:00 Commission on Aging 24 • 9:00 Scrabble • 10:00 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 11:30 Social Seniors Lunch @ Imperial Gardens • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:45 Open Bridge 19 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Forget-Me- Nots • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Immuniza- tion Program • 1:00 Euchre • 6:30 Social Seniors @ Middleton Library “Soul Food Monologue” 26 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 & 10:00 Spanish Classes • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:30 Women Embracing Change • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 20 • 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 27 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Books R Us • 10:30 TOPS Meeting • 11:00 Eating for Digestive Health • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Bridge Lessons • 12:30 Open cards • 12:30 Nimble Fingers 21 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards • 1:00 Paper Crafting Class 28 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:00 AARP Driver Safety Class • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Open Cards April 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. 18 • 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 • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Life Long Learning - Active Shooter Presentation 25 • 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 Bridge Lessons • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 a p r i l 2 0 1 7 Mystery Book Club The Mystery Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 5th, at 10:00 a.m., to discuss A Mysterious Affair, by Agatha Christie. Poirot, a Belgian refugee of the Great War, is settling in England near the home of Emily Inglethorp, who helped him to his new life. His friend Hastings arrives as a guest at her home. When the woman is killed, Poirot uses his detective skills to solve the mystery. The book for the meeting on Wednesday, May 3rd, will be The Survivors Club, by Lisa Gardner. The Survivors Club, that’s what Jillian Hayes, Carol Rosen, and Meg Pesaturo call it. They won’t consider themselves victims. They are survivors. They helped lead the investigation that caught the man who changed their lives forever. Now they are the prime suspects in his murder. Could three ordinary women have been driven to do the unthinkable? Detective Sergeant Roan Griffin knows all too well what can drive even the best people to cross the line. Has someone in the Survivors Club become a killer? And if so, can he blame her, let alone bring her to justice? Books are available from the South Central Library System in print, large print, downloadable epub. New members are welcome. 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, April 12th, at 10:30 a.m. and on Wednesday, April 26th, at 10:30 a.m. Hats and Tales Hats and Tales is a group of volunteers that read to preschool students with the use of hats and other props. Hats and Tales will read at Little Red Preschool on Wednesday, April 12th, at 10:00 a.m. Anyone interested in joining us in reading to the children should contact Patty at 225-4663. Forget-Me-Nots We have a group for those with Early Stages of memory loss, called Forget-Me-Nots. They meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month. This month they will meet on Wednesday, April 5th and Wednesday, April 19th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. This group is open to all ages. The 90-minute sessions will include individual and group brain games, music, gentle exercise and time for socialization. For information and to register contact Kathy Lauer, at 831-2373. This program is in partnership with St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and the West Madison Senior Coalition. 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. Each month a different member decides on the topics and styles of writing. Participants bring their homework to share with the class. This month they will meet at the Middleton Library, on Wednesday, April 12th, at 1:00 p.m. This months topics are: 1. What small things have you seen and taken note of recently? 2. What old, worn things can you just not part with? Reasons for your sentimentality to this/these objects. 3. Ways you celebrate Spring or Easter. 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, April 13th and Thursday, April 27th. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 a p r i l 2 0 1 7 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, April 5th, at 9:15 a.m. meet at La Brioche, 2862 University Avenue, for breakfast and planning upcoming events. Wednesday, April 19th, 6:30 p.m. at the Middleton Library for “Soul Food Monologue” by the Forward Theater for an evening of delicious performances. These monologues explore all the ways that food touches our lives. For more information contact the Library at 831-5564. Monday, April 24th, 11:30 a.m. for lunch at Imperial Garden, 2039 Allen Boulevard. 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. 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. Books R Us Books R Us will meet on Thursday, April 27th, at 10:00 a.m. This month’s book is The Enchanted April by Elizabeth Von Arnim. On a regular old February afternoon, Mrs. Wilkins chances across an advertisement for a house to rent in Italy for the month of April. Such a trip would, of course, be extravagant, but she can’t seem to get the ad out of her mind. Then, she sees Mrs. Arbuthnot perusing the same advertisement. These two women, who up until now have never spoken, hit upon a plan: find two others to join them on this selfish trip and split the cost accordingly. Just imagine all the good this holiday could do them... This delightful tale introduces the reader to four women - Lotty Wilkins, Rose Arbuthnot, Mrs. Fisher, and Lady Caroline Dester. All of them have their own private unhappiness, reasons that they have decided to come away and want to be left alone. Their internalized thoughts, dreams, and loneliness make up the majority of the plot, as their stay in San Salvatore works in magic on them. The warm and languid tone of the writing matches their ideal Italian holiday of rest and relaxation, and is infused with humor. A truly enchanting read. 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, April 6th and April 20th at 12:30 p.m. 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--- 10 a p r i l 2 0 1 7 eReader Appointments Learn to download free eBooks from the library to your Kindle, iPad, tablet or other device through Wisconsin’s Digital Library, at a personalized eBook training. You may make your appointment for Friday morning, April 14th, by calling 831-2373. You will also need to bring your library card. Paper Crafting with Judy Join us on Friday, April 21st, 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. Bridge Lessons Bidding in the 21st Century – the Basics This class combines the techniques taught by the American Contract Bridge League and the world famous Better Bridge teacher Audrey Grant. Phil Klein, our instructor, is certified in both techniques. Topics include basic concepts, objectives, hand valuation, bidding, play of sample hands and more. The cost is $80.00, repeating students will get a $40.00 rebate upon completion of the course. Handbook is included. Class is at 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 4th - April 13th, April 25th & April 27th, May 9th and May 18th (wrap up). Please register at the Middleton Senior Center, 831-2373. For more details call Phil at 608- 445-0579 or email him at [EMAIL REDACTED]. Immunizations Information The Middleton Senior Center and Walgreens Pharmacy will present about Immunizations and what you need to know about them on Wednesday, April 19th, at 12:30 p.m. The discussion will be about what immunizations do you need, how often and they will have time for questions and answers. You may sign up by calling 831-2373. AARP Smart Driver Class AARP and the Middleton Senior Center are offering the Smart Driver class. This course is designed to help older drivers become more aware of changes that occur due to aging (vision, hearing and reaction time) and how to adjust driving accordingly. The class is on Friday, April 28th, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 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 by calling at 831-2373. The Writing Diet The Writing Diet explores the relationship between writing and eating to reveal a surprising possibility – that journaling can create a compassionate and balanced rapport with food. This class series will be infused with a sense of fun and sincerity around transforming your relationship with eating. This class will meet on Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. May 24th - June 28th. The cost is $36.00 for the 6-week class. Call 831-2373 to sign up for this program or contact Laura for more information about the classes. Volunteer Wanted Newsletter Helpers Come join us for the assembly of our newsletter. We will be assembling the newsletter on Tuesday, April 25th at 8:30 a.m. The building opens at 8:00. Contact Sandy Witte at 831-2373. Decorator Wanted Do you have a creative side? We are for looking someone to help with decorating the tables at the Senior Center at the end of each month. Contact Sandy itte at 831-2373 for more information. 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. If interested contact Sandy 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 a p r i l 2 0 1 7 ~ Research Volunteers Wanted ~ If you have issues with bladder or bowel control, you are not alone. More than half of women aged 50 or older experience urinary incontinence or accidental bowel leakage sometimes! Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison are testing a workshop designed to give women the tools they need to take control of their Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder is a 3-session workshop for senior women that includes information, group activities, and simple exercises to do at home. We are looking for volunteers to give us feedback about how well the workshop works. Volunteers will be asked to complete the following activities: Attend three workshop sessions (one every other week) at the Middleton Senior Center this spring or fall Complete a survey questionnaire that takes about 30 minutes at three separate times Be available to attend both the spring and fall workshops, though you will only be invited to attend one or the other. Spring dates are Mondays at 10:00 a.m. May 8th, May 22nd, and June 5th. Fall dates are Mondays at 10:00 a.m. September 11th, September 25th, and October 9th. You can receive up to $50 for participating in this research program! To learn more, call Laura at the Middleton Senior Center, 831-2373. Lower Level Remodeling The Middleton Senior Center will be remodeling some of the space in the lower level to make a larger meeting area. The time frame is not confirmed, however, please be aware that noise, dust and other renovation issues may effect the programs you attend. We are planning to relocate programs within the Senior Center, however, cancellations may occur. Please feel free to call the Senior Center, 831-2373, to confirm your event. Thank you, in advance for your patience and understanding during this time! All American Madison Day Trip Thursday, May 18th Our first stop of the day will be at the Midwest Microcar Museum in Mazomanie, where you will find a quaint collection of the rare, antique, and bizarre means of vintage transportation. Next, we will have lunch at the Old Feed Mill. The Old Feed Mill is a unique location with rare charm and beauty. After lunch we’ll stop at The Governor’s Mansion. Last we will visit The Wisconsin Veterans Museum. The museum is dedicated to the citizen-soldiers of our state. Entrée selections due at the time of booking. Menu: Choice between Pot Roast or Chicken Marsala. All entrées served with salad, potatoes, vegetables, and choice between their famous bread pudding or chocolate turtle torte for dessert. Bus will depart Middleton at 10:30 a.m. and will return at approximately 5:30 p.m. Per person rate is $61. 00 Reservations and payment due before April 10th. Please call Middleton Senior Center, 831-2373, to make your reservation. Space is limited. Jim & Angie Lundgren ���������Donation Gary Kangas Frances Lecraw Tax Preparation Donations Sidney Waldorf Frank Pustaver Jean Digney Helen Drobniak Dorothy Volker Audrey Meyers Virginia Rodgers Beverly & Robert Zimmerman John & Janet Topp Mary Remsbottom Mary Cratz Joan Turner The following donations were received by the Middleton Senior Center. Thank you for your support of the programs and services offered! ---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