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december Menu page 2 Bus Schedule page 2 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5 december Calendar page 6-7 madison college Classes page 8 december Programs & Events page 8-9 upcoming events page 10 donations page 11 Volunteer Opportunities page 11 December 2012 Holiday Lunch and Musical Performance Join us for on Friday, December 21st at 11:30 a.m. for a special holiday meal and then a perfor- mance by our own Middleton Jazz Band at 12:00 p.m. They will be performing a variety of classic holiday songs and some of their favorites. Make your lunch reservation by noon on Thursday, December 20th. See Page 9 for meal details. SafeAssured Identification Tuesday, December 4th, at 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. A person with Alzheimer’s or memory impairment that goes missing is a frightening and immediate concern. The SafeAssured Identification program allows care- givers and guardians to place identifying information and video in the hands of law enforcement and the media within minutes of any disappearance. The Middleton Police Department will be at the Middleton Senior Center on December 4th, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. enrolling seniors into this program. No reservation is necessary. Additional details on Page 9 of this newsletter. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 The Middleton Senior Center meal site is part of Dane County Human Services. december 3 Monday Casserole 4 Tuesday Kiev 5 Wednesday 6 Thursday Tips over Noodles 7 Friday Tetrazzini 10 Monday Roast w/ Gravy 11 Tuesday Mac 12 Wednesday Chicken w/ Gravy 13 Thursday Fish 14 Friday w/ Meatballs 17 Monday Stew w/ Biscuit 18 Tuesday Turkey Ham 19 Wednesday Cheese Soup w/ Chicken Salad Sandwich 20 Thursday Ravioli in Marinara Sauce 21 Friday Ham Special Meal See Page 9 24 Monday for Holiday 25 Tuesday for Holiday 26 Wednesday Steak w/ Gravy 27 Thursday Turkey w/ Gravy 28 Friday Ribs 31 Monday for Holiday Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Please remember to make your lunch reservation by noon the day before you wish to attend lunch by calling 831-2373. Bus Schedule: The Middleton Senior Center offers transporta- tion to Middleton residents to a number of different shopping locations each week. You MUST contact the Senior Center the day before you wish to use this valuable service. There is a minimal charge each way for the ride. These times are tentative and may vary de- pending on the route and number of people who participate. Bus Schedule: Day Destination Pick Up Return Monday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Monday 1st & 3rd Hilldale & Walgreens 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Monday 2nd & 4th West Towne Mall 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Copps in Middleton 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Wednes- day Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Walgreens in Middleton 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Thursday Target & Copps on Junction Rd 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Friday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Lunch Information Come join us for a meal and conversation in our bright and open dining room. Meals are served at 11:30 am Monday through Friday. The cost of each meal is $6.15. For diners over age 60, please donate what you can afford. Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) are available for home-bound seniors For further information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Salad Alternative We have been offering cold salads as an alterna- tive to the regular Tuesday meal at the dining center ONLY. The salad menu is: Week #1 Chef Salad Shredded lettuce, ham, turkey, egg, cheese and as- sorted fresh vegetables. Your choice of dressing. Week #2 Crunchy Chicken Salad Mixed salad with diced chicken, celery, water chest- nuts, pickle relish, pimentos, pecans, salt and pepper. Mayo as dressing. Week #3 Taco Salad Lettuce, meat (beef or chicken) cheese, tomato, onions, salsa, sour cream and tortilla chips or bowl. Week #4 California Cobb Salad Mixed greens, chicken, blue cheese crumbs, avo- cado or guacamole, tomato, onions and Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing. Week #5 Italian Tossed Salad Mixed greens, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, tomato, onion and pitted green olives. Vegetarian Option We offer a vegetarian option to our lunch menu. Please contact Ted Quincey, at 831-2373, if you would like further information about this. Bakery Items Mondays The Middleton Senior Center receives bakery items on Mondays ONLY at approximately 10:30 a.m. from Clasen’s. There will be NO bakery delivered on Monday, December 24th or December 31st. Yes, You Can Join Us! If you are age 55 or older, there is no residency requirement to 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 require- ment for certain services including case management services, transportation and Meals on Wheels. For additional information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Senior Center Closed A reminder that the Middleton Senior Center will be closed on the following days for the up- coming holidays. Christmas: Monday, December 24th Tuesday, December 25th New Year’s: Monday, December 31st Tuesday, January 1st No Meals on Wheels, meal site dinners, or ac- tivities will be held at the Senior Center. If you need a meal or other assistance during this time, please contact one of our Case Managers, Kathy Lauer or Jill Schonenberger at 831-2373. December Birthdays We will celebrate your birthday on the first Wednesday of the month at our meal site. December birthdays will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 5th. Make your reservation by noon on Tuesday, December 4th. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Blood Pressure Screening Blood Pressure checks will be on Tuesday, Decem- ber 4th, at 12:30 p.m. We check Blood Pressures on the first Tuesday of each month. Foot Care Home Health United and the Middleton Senior Center offer foot care five times each month. Foot Care is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The cost of Foot Care is $20.00. Diabetic Foot Care Diabetic Foot Care cost is $28.00 per visit. This service is offered each month at the Middleton Senior Center. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373 for an appointment. Scrabble Mondays Join us to play Scrabble at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays. We have several Scrabble boards therefore multiple games may be played. No reservations are needed you may just show up! 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. 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 on Tuesday, December 4th and Tuesday, Decem- ber 18th, at 10:00 a.m. No auditions are required and sheet music is provided. Mary Duckwitz and Fran Jeatran lead this group as well as accompanying on the piano. New voices are always welcome. Wood Carving Continues Our Wood Carving group is still meeting through December on a weekly basis. Join them for an open lab on Tuesday mornings, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. You can just show up and work on your own proj- ects together in the Wisconsin Room. A class will being on January 8th, see page 10 for details. Newsletter Assembly The January newsletter will be assembled on Tuesday, December 18th, at 8:30 a.m. for bulk mailing. We can always use a few more volunteers. Mending Service Mending is offered on the second Tuesday and Thursday of each month. Appointments are required. Our volunteers will do simple mending and hem- ming they will not alter clothing with linings. You are allowed to bring two items per appointment. The next mending days are Tuesday, December 11th Thursday, December 13th and, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Make your appointment by calling 831-2373. BINGO - Date Change - Early This Month Join us on the last Tuesday of each month for BINGO. This month it will be on Tuesday, December 18th, at 1:00 p.m. Reservations are not necessary. Hats and Tales The Hats and Tales group will not meet in December. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, January 2nd, at the Senior Center at 10:00. Anyone who loves to read to children is welcome. Essential Tremor Support Group The Essential Tremor Support group is suspending meeting until March. They will meet at 10:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month again on Wednesday, March 13th. For questions or more information, contact Kathy Muirhead, at madmidet@ charter.net or 824-9130. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Low Vision Support Group The Low Vision Support Group will meet on Thursday, December 13th, at 10:00 a.m. This group meets for those who have vision impairment. New members are always welcome. Books R Us Books R Us will not meet in December. The next meeting will be on Thursday, January 24th, at 10:00 a.m. The book to be discussed will be 19th Wife by David Ebershoff. 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, December 13th, at 1:00 p.m. Caregivers, well as listeners, are welcome to join. Piano Entertainment Fran Jeatran is now sharing her time and talent by playing the piano each Wednesday, from 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Reminiscing Group The Reminiscing Group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 10:00 a.m. They will meet on Thursday, December 6th and Thurs- day, December 20th, at 10:00 a.m. New mem- bers are welcome. Writing Group The Writing Group will meet on Wednesday, December 12th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Middleton Library. This month’s topic is to write about outside of class is: 1) Write about an early love. 2) Write about what I do or don’t like about the holidays. New members are welcome. Mystery Book Club - Permanent Date Change The Mystery Book Club is changing it’s meeting time. The new meeting time will be the first Wednesday of the month starting on Wednesday, December 5th at 10:00 a.m. They will discuss Anne Perry’s Christmas Mysteries. These novellas “provide the per- fect combination of mystery and murder mixed with a generous helping of Yuletide cheer.” Select one of 10 books in this series to read and join other friendly mystery readers to talk about the book you chose. The South Central Library System has these books in print, large print and audio versions. Men’s Group The Men’s group meets on the first and third Thursday of each month. They will meet on Thursday, December 6th and Thursday, December 20th, at the Middleton Senior Center at 9:30 a.m. New members are welcome. For more information contact Joy, at 831-2373. December Movie “A Christmas Story” Join us on Friday, December 14th, at 12:30 p.m. to watch the movie “A Christmas Story”. The film is set in Hohman, Indiana where nine- year-old Ralph “Ralphie” Parker wants only one thing for Christmas: a Red Ryder BB gun with a compass in the stock, and “this thing which tells time” (a sundial). While using various schemes to convince his parents to get him this gift he con- tinually bumps into objections from others saying, “You’ll shoot your eye out.” Ralphie has to con- vince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red Ryder BB gun really is the perfect gift in the 1940s. Starring: Peter Billingsley, Melinda Dillion, Darren McGaven, Scott Schwartz, Ian Petrella and Jean Shepherd. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 10 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Pairs Bridge • 1:00 Open Cards 17 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Pairs Bridge • 1:00 Open Cards • 5:00 Commission on Aging 11 • 9:00 Mending • 9:00 Arthritis Class • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 1:00 Stitchers 18 Day Trip to the Fireside Theater • 8:30 Newsletter Assembly • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 10:00 Sing-along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO 5 Medicare Part D Appointments • 9:00 Strenth & Flexibility • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre 12 • 9:00 Strenth & Flexibility • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre 19 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead 6 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 9:30 Men’s Group • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 13 • 9:00 Mending • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Low Vision Support • 10:00 Gadget Guru • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Caregiver Support Group • 1:00 Open Cards 20 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 9:30 Men’s Group • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 7 Medicare Part D Appointments • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Dirty Clubs • 9:30 Memory Cafe • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 14 • 9:00 Strenth & Flexibility • 9:00 Dirty Clubs • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Movie “A Christmas Story” 21 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Dirty Clubs • 11:30 Holiday Lunch • 12:00 Performance by Middleton Jazz Band • 12:30 Pinochle December 2012 4 • 9:00 Arthritis Class • 9:00 Wood Carving Lab • 10:00 Sing-along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Blood Pressure Screening • 12:30 - 2:30 ID Program • 1:00 Stitchers 3 Medicare Part D Appointments • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:45 Pairs Bridge • 1:00 Open Cards ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 24 Closed for Holiday 31 Closed for Holiday 25 Closed for Holiday 1 Closed for Holiday 26 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Wii Sports • 1:00 Euchre & Sheepshead 2 • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 27 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Open Cards 3 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 9:30 Men’s Group • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 28 • 9:00 Dirty Clubs • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 4 • 9:30 Memory Cafe • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle December 2012 All programs and activities are subject to change. The Middleton Senior Center reserves the right to cancel or change locations of programs and activities at any time. Room assignments may vary depending on activities in the build- ing that are scheduled before, during or after an activity. The Middleton Senior Center is able to provide a wide variety of excellent services, activities and programs because staff, vol- unteers and participants are flexible and cooperative when such changes are made. ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Madison College Classes Middleton Senior Center and Madison College (formerly MATC) offer classes taught at the Middleton Senior Center Madison College will cancel all classes that do not have 10 students registered 10 days prior to a class. Again, we strongly encourage you to sign up for classes as soon as you are interested to be counted and signed up for the class. To Register call (608) 246-6240 Monday – Thursday (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Senior Cost is based on 60+ Zumba Gold Tuesdays February 26th - April 23rd 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Class # 66655 Estimated Senior Cost is $30.00 Watercolor Painting - All Levels Mondays March 11th - April 8th 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class # 66722 Estimated Senior Cost is $56.01 Baking: Shamrock Cake Pops Saturday March 16th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Class # 66574 Estimated Senior Cost is $31.00 PC Introduction Tuesday & Thursday March 12th & April 4th 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class # 67180 Estimated Senior Cost is $56.01 Middleton Jazz Every Thursday Middleton Jazz now plays every Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. They play Dixie style jazz with an open rehearsal format, but also enjoy playing a variety of styles. New and experienced musicians, as well as listeners, are welcome to join. Remember to see them perform at our Holiday Party on Friday, December 21st at 12:00 p.m. Gadget Guru If you need help with a digital camera, cell phone, iPod, or e-reader, we have someone just for you. We have a very tech-savvy volunteer who will help you understand your gadgets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Dave will be here on Thursday, De- cember 13th and Thursday, December 27th. Bring in your new holiday gifts and he can help you learn how to use them. No appointment is neces- sary, you may just show up. Nimble Fingers The Nimble Fingers group meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 12:30 p.m. Join them on Thursday, December 6th, and Thurs- day, December 20th, at 12:30 p.m. New mem- bers are always welcome. Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Medicare Part D is the federal prescription drug ben- efit for Medicare beneficiaries. It is IMPORTANT that everyone reviews their policy each year - as changes are made to each plan each year. All Medi- care beneficiaries have the option to make enroll- ment changes in their prescription drug plans from now until – December 7th, 2012. You may set up an individual appointment with a Middleton Senior Center volunteer to assist you in making your decision. Appointments with a volun- teer are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. You must make an appointment no walk-ins please. To schedule an appointment contact 831-2373. Please bring all of your current medica- tions with you to your appointment. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Be Prepared with SafeAssured ID A missing person with Alzheimer’s disease or mem- ory impairment is an emergency. Law enforcement officials know that the faster the word gets out with media alerts, the more likely a missing person will be found safely. The SafeAssured ID system allows caregivers and guardians to place identifying informa- tion and video in the hands of law enforcement and the media within minutes of any disappearance. In addition to a high-quality digital photograph, addi- tional information captured includes streaming digital video showing mannerisms and movements, a full set of digital fingerprints, a digital voice file show- ing voice inflection and accent, and general personal information. The most comprehensive, technologically advanced identification system in the industry, Safe- Assured ID is peace of mind captured on a mini-CD. SafeAssured ID is designed for people of all ages. Families and caregivers realize the value and im- portance in having SafeAssured ID kits made for their loved ones who have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. The Middleton Police Department will be at the Senior Center on Tuesday, December 4th, 12:30- 2:30 p.m. enrolling seniors in the program. It will take 10 minutes for each enrollment. Temperature Regulations In accordance with the City of Middleton’s Sustain- able City Plan dated November 2010, a policy was established for temperature controls in normally occupied spaces of all municipal buildings. The policy goal is to maintain a reasonably comfortable, produc- tive work environment while balancing the need to economize and use energy resources wisely. Tem- peratures are established based on national standards that have been found to be comfortable for most people who are dressed appropriately for the season. Heating will be to 68 degrees. Cooling will be to 78 degrees. Because temperatures vary throughout the day and within a building, participants should dress for their comfort. Holiday Lunch and Musical Performance Join us for on Friday, December 21st at 11:30 a.m. for a special holiday meal and then a perfor- mance by our own Middleton Jazz band at 12:00 p.m. They will be performing a variety of classic holiday songs and some of their favorites. The lunch menu is buffet ham, augratin potatoes, Harvard beets, chuncky applesauce, dinner roll and Christmas cookie. Make your lunch reservation by noon on Thursday, December 20th. Memory Café The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin is partnering with the Middleton Senior Center to host the Memory Café on the first Friday of each month. The Memory Cafe will be on Friday, De- cember 7th, from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. This is a social gathering place for individuals with memory loss and their families. The first one in October was a great success. This program in Middleton is the first Café in Dane County. Memory Cafés provide social opportunities, peer support, and creative enrichment for people with mild cognitive impair- ment or early Alzheimer’s and their family members. Contact the Alliance at (608) 232-3400 or email sup- [EMAIL REDACTED]. 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 resched- uled or make up programs. In addition, the shop- ping bus will not run on days when the Senior Center is closed due to the weather. ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Strength & Flexibility Classes Strength & Flexibility will continue through the winter. This class is a movement class that includes some work on yoga mats and other exercise ele- ments. It utilizes Tai Chi and Qi Gong principles, and can be tailored to individual levels. All fitness levels are encouraged to join. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. January 9th - February 27th Or Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. January 11th - March 1st These are 8-week classes, and the cost is $55.00 for one class or $90.00 for both. Sign up by calling the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. All fitness levels are encouraged to join. Wood Carving Class Jim Smith will teach a 6-week woodcarving class at the Middleton Senior Center on Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Classes begin on January 8th. Instruction is informal and designed to meet individu- al carver’s needs. Discussion topics will include safety practices, basic carving techniques, maintaining your tools, and finishing methods. The cost for this class is $30.00, plus your supplies. A variety of carving blanks will be available. Space is limited, call the Senior Cen- ter, 831-2373, to make your reservation today. Travel Preview Presentations Join us on Tuesday, January 22nd, at 12:30 p.m. for a Travel Preview presentation - Alaskan Grand Tour - departing August 3, 2013. Kim Hoffman, of Mayflower Tours will be here to speak the details about this trip to Alaska. 9 days, 14 meals 2 nights in Fairbanks 2 nights at Denali National Park 3 nights in Anchorage The cost is $2,998 per person based on double occupancy. Contact Laura, 831-2373, if you would like any additional information mailed to you or for further questions. The Best of Dane County: Tales of Caring and Commitment Join us on Tuesday, January 8th at 1:00 p.m. for this delightful storytelling presentation by Bob Kahn. This performance features tales about Dane County citizens whose behaviors exemplify the best of Dane County in terms of their efforts to make the world a better place. Storyteller Bob Kann will tell stories about Dane County citizens who acted selflessly to help other people such as Cordelia Harvey, Gover- nor Lucius Fairchild, Dr. Joseph Dean, Bob and Irwin Goodman, Betty Hammonds-Franklin, Ada Deer, Nancy Daly and Ben Perreth. You may know their names, but their deeds ranged from small, discrete acts whose intent was to help one person to initiat- ing projects whose design was to benefit a wider scope of Dane County citizens. Mindful Mediation for Chronic Pain Management A Mindful Mediation class will meet on Tuesdays, January 8th - February 26th, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. This class if for persons with chronic pain is- sues. The focus is to assist participants in developing skills for using Mindfulness Meditation to reduce the suffering associated with chronic pain. Meditation can improved pain coping. The cost of the class is $30.00 for the 8-week class, and you have the op- portunity to purchase a CD that will assist you in your mediation at home. Space is limited, make your reservation by calling 831-2373. Video Lecture Robert E. Lee and His High Command Our next video lecture series begins on Fri- day mornings, January 25th - April 12th, (12-weeks) at 10:15 a.m. Few events have capti- vated students of American history like the Civil War. Its battles are analyzed repeatedly, studied and “what- ifed” by professional tacticians and tireless amateurs. Its profoundly dramatic implications and moments have no parallels in our history and held our atten- tion like General Robert Edward Lee. Space is limited, the cost is $15.00 per person. ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 2 Welcome New Volunteers Vicki Llanas – Nimble Fingers Sara Sweizer – Nimble Fingers & Kitchen Bob & Vonnie Conlin – Driver Escorts Debbie Wasendorf – Driver Escort Rebecca Freese – Friendly Visitor Mending Volunteer We are looking for volunteers to help with our mending program. Volunteers must have basic mend- ing skills, the ability to make minor repairs, sew buttons, hem pants or skirts, and the desire to help older adults. Volunteers will meet with clients to get directions and take measurements. Supplies and sew- ing machines provided. This is a low cost service that the Senior Center is able to offer thanks to our vol- unteers. If you would like to help out, please contact Joy Schmidt at 831-2373. Blood Pressure Nurses Needed We are looking for nurses who would like to volun- teer their time a couple of times a year to do blood pressure checks at the Senior Center. Supplies are provided. This is a flexible volunteer position and only requires approximately 4-6 hours of time per year. This is a great way to use your skills to help others. Contact Joy at 831-2373 for information.. Contact Joy Schmidt, Volunteer Coordinator at 831-2373 Holiday Shopping The Middleton Senior Center’s Nimble Fingers Group has a large variety of handmade items to pur- chase to help with your holiday shopping. They are on display in our main activity area. Stop in between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to check out these lovely items. One on One Computer Tutoring JoAnn Salin has had great success with her one on one computer training with seniors. She can work with you on e-mail, surfing the web, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Netscape web design. You may contact her at 831-5687 to set up a time to meet at the Middleton Senior Center Computer Lab. There is no charge for JoAnn’s service. Dining Room Emergency Door Returns to “EMERGENCY ONLY” Status For many years Senior Center participants have used the door that enters directly into the Dining Room to enter and exit the building. For a number of ad- ministrative reasons this door will now be closed for regular use and will be used ONLY in an emergency. Building Reminders The Middleton Senior Center has exercise equipment that you may use. However, due to the limited space and our programs, there may be times when the equipment is unavailable due to other activities. For example, when events are scheduled in the Depot room, such as the video lecture or movies, the exercise equipment may not be used. In addition, the Lower Level is locked at 4:00 p.m. for security purposes. Therefore, all programs and equipment use must be completed by 4:00 p.m. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. The following donations were received by the Middleton Senior Center. Thank you for your support of the programs and services offered! M/M Emil Haney Lisa Kratz ---PAGE BREAK--- 7448 Hubbard Avenue Middleton, WI 53562 [PHONE REDACTED] The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. The Middleton Senior Center is a department of the City of Middleton. The Middleton Senior Center is accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers and the Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers. The Middle- ton Senior Center programs are open to persons age 55 and older. Programs with federal funding may be limited to person age 60 and older. STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT NO. 4003 Jill Kranz email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Laura Langer Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Kathy Lauer Manager email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Jill Schonenberger Manager email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Ted Quincey Center Coordinator email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Susie Barsness Assistant email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Joy Schmidt Coordinator email: Pat May Receptionist Coordinator You may now receive the Middleton Senior Center Newsletter by email. Go to our website at www.middletonseniorcenter.com Sign up at the bottom of the page and it will be sent to you at the beginning of each month. 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 list below): ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED