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september Menu page 2 Bus Schedule page 2 Regularly Scheduled Programs page 3-5, 8 september Calendar page 6-7 madison college Classes page 8 september Programs & Events page 9-10 upcoming events page 10-11 DONATIONS page 10 Volunteer Opportunities page 11 September 2015 Alzheimer’s Series Join us for a series presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of South Central Wisconsin. These programs are designed to meet the needs of family caregivers and the general community who are seeking information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Wednesday, September 9th, at 9:30 a.m. Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters Wednesday, September 23rd, at 9:30 a.m. The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease Sign up is preferred but not necessary; call 831-2373. Making the Agrace Hospice Choice & Palliative Care Options Join us on Tuesday, September 15th, at 1:00 p.m. for a program explaining hospice and palliative care services. Jennifer Tiedeman, with Agrace, will answer your questions; What help is available to people with serious or life-limiting illnesses? Who is eligible for palliative care or hospice services? Can Agrace care for me at home? Who pays for the services? Can I still be active while receiving care? Please join us for this valuable and informative program. Sign up is preferred but not necessary; call 831-2373. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 september 1 Tuesday on a Bun 2 Wednesday Roast w/ Gravy 3 Thursday Kiev 4 Friday on a Bun 7 Monday for Labor Day 8 Tuesday & Meat Sauce 9 Wednesday Broccoli Rotini Salad 10 Thursday and Potato Casserole 11 Friday Fish 14 Monday Casserole 15 Tuesday Slice 16 Wednesday Salad on Bun 17 Thursday Pork w/ Gravy 18 Friday Cordon Blue 21 Monday & Meat Sauce 22 Tuesday Barley Soup Ham and Swiss on a Croissant 23 Wednesday a la King 24 Thursday Cheese Lasagna 25 Friday Beef w/ Gravy 28 Monday Au Gratin w/ Diced Ham 29 Tuesday Macaroni Salad 30 Wednesday Roast w/ Gravy Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Please remember to make your lunch reservation by noon the day before by calling the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. The Middleton Senior Center meal site is part of Dane County Human Services. Bus Schedule: The Middleton Senior Center offers a number of different transportation options to Middleton residents each week. You MUST contact the Senior Center the day before you wish to use this valuable service. Transportation to the meal site and local grocery shopping is by donation. The suggested donation is $1.00 round trip to the meal site and the suggested donation for local grocery shopping is $2.00 round trip. The fee is based upon your ability to donate. No one will be denied rides for these purposes. These times are tentative and may vary depending on the route and number of people who participate. Day Destination Pick Up Return Monday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Monday 1st & 3rd Hilldale & Walgreens 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Monday 2nd & 4th West Towne Mall 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Copps in Middleton 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Wednes- day Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Thursday Walgreens in Middleton 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Thursday Target & Copps on Junction Rd. 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Friday Lunch at Senior Center 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 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. September 1st Chef Salad Shredded lettuce, ham, turkey, egg, cheese and assorted fresh vegetables. Your choice of dressing. September 8th Taco Salad Lettuce, meat (beef or chicken), cheese, tomato, onions, tostado chips. Salsa, sour cream on the side. September 15th Garden Salad Mixed salad, fresh vegetables, cheese, egg, celery, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, peas, green onions. Your choice of dressing. September 22nd California Cobb Salad Mixed greens, chicken, blue cheese crumbs, avocado, tomato, green onions and egg. Your choice of dressing. September 29th Spinach Salad Fresh spinach, sliced mushroom, purple onion, water chestnuts, dried cranberries and sunflower seeds. Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing Bakery Items Mondays The Middleton Senior Center receives bakery items on Mondays ONLY at approximately 10:30 a.m. from Clasen’s. Vegetarian Option We offer a vegetarian option to our lunch menu. For details contact Ted at 831-2373. 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. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373 for an appointment. Diabetic Foot Care We have added another morning of Diabetic Foot Care to our schedule. The cost is $28.00 per visit. This service is offered twice a 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. Yes, You Can Join Us! If you are age 55 or older, you can participate in the programs at the Middleton Senior Center. You do not have to live in the City of Middleton to join us, and there is no membership fee. There may be a residency requirement for certain services including case management services, transportation and Meals on Wheels. For additional information contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Senior Center Closed The Senior Center will also be closed on Monday, September 7th, 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 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 Pinochle Join our Pinochle group on Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Monday Bridge Bridge on Mondays is now open to anyone who wishes to play. Please arrive by 12:30 p.m. to begin play at 12:45 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening Blood Pressure screening is on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. This month it will be on Tuesday, September 1st, at 12:30 p.m. Sing–Along Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. for a Sing-Along with friends. Join us to sing Tuesday, September 1st and Tuesday, September 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. New voices welcome. Stitchers Join us on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. for knitting and crocheting in the living room. Newcomers are always welcome. Bring your projects and join this social group. BINGO BINGO is played on the last Tuesday of each month. Join us on Tuesday, September 29th, at 1:00 p.m. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay for BINGO. Mah Jongg We have an active group of people that play Mah Jongg on Tuesday afternoons* at 12:30 p.m. If you would like to join them, just show up. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it. We have all levels of players. New players are welcome. You MUST bring your own Mah Jongg card. * Please note this group does not play at the Middleton Senior Center on the last Tuesday of the month. Newsletter Assembly The October newsletter will be assembled on Tuesday, September 29th, 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. Mending Service Mending is offered on the second Tuesday and Thursday of each month. Appointments are required. Our volunteers will do simple mending and hemming they will not alter clothing with linings. You are allowed to bring two items per appointment. The next mending days are Tuesday, September 8th and Thursday, September 15th, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Make your appointment by calling 831- 2373. Coffee & The Economy Shannon Riley, of Edward Jones Investments, will begin hosting a program on the second Tuesday of each month, at 9:00 a.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. Join him on Tuesday, September 8th, at 9:00 a.m. for coffee, pastries and a general discussion about financial issues. This month’s topic is “Roth IRAs - Retirement Can Be Less Taxing”. 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. eReader Appointments Learn to use the library’s free eBook service, Wisconsin’s Digital Library, at a personalized electronic book training. You may make your appointment for Tuesday morning, September 29th, by calling 831-2373. You will also need to bring your library card. This program is funded through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 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. Anyone is welcome. Essential Tremor Support Group The Essential Tremor Support Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. They will meet on Wednesday, September 9th, at 10:30 a.m. Anyone is welcome to attend. Writing Group The Writing Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. They will meet at the Middleton Library on Wednesday, September 9th, at 1:00 p.m. Please write about one of the following: A health experience that you or someone else you know had; A time you took a risk, such as in an activity or job, and how it turned out. What did you learn from taking that risk? Or write about a pet or animal encounter (wild or domestic). New members 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, September 3rd and Thursday, September 17th, at 10:00 a.m. Join this interesting group and share your history and stories. Low Vision Support Group The Low Vision Support Group meets on the second Thursday of each month. They will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 10th. Brent Perzentka from the Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired, will bring the latest adaptive devices available from the Council of the Blind store. September Movie “Woman in Gold” Join us for an afternoon movie on Friday, September 11th, at 12:30 p.m. Sixty years after fleeing Vienna, Maria Altmann, an elderly Jewish woman, attempts to reclaim family possessions that were seized by the Nazis. With the help of young lawyer Randy Schoeberg, Maria embarks upon a legal battle to recover this painting and several others, but it will not be easy, for Austria considers them national treasures. Starring Helen Mirren, Katie Holmes and Ryan Reynolds PG 13 109 minutes Social Seniors Social Seniors will meet on Wednesday, September 2nd, at 9:00 a.m. at the Hy-Vee, 675 South Whitney Way, Madison, for breakfast, coffee and planning. On Friday, September 11th, at 5:00 p.m. meet at Midtown Pub, 2405 Allen Blvd, Middleton, for their Fish Fry. Then, on Tuesday, September 22nd, meet at the Middleton Senior Center at 4:00 p.m. to carpool to Tenney park for a Pontoon ride. Cost is $5.00 per person, if you would like bring something along to eat during the lake cruise. Performing Arts Center Season Tickets The Middleton Senior Center is purchasing group season tickets to the Middleton Performing Arts Center for the 2015-2016 Season. Senior cost is just $100.00 for 4 performances Good Vibrations on Saturday, October 4th: Swing City Dolls on Saturday, December 5th: Let’s Hang On, Saturday, February 13th: and Live from Nashville on Saturday, April 16th. For additional information or to reserve your tickets, contact Laura, at 831-2373. Reservations must be made by Friday, September 25th. Performance information at www.friendspac.org. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 7 Closed For Labor Day Holiday 14 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:45 Open Bridge 8 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:00 Coffee & The Economy • 9:00 Mending • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers 15 • 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 10:00 Sing-Along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Life Long Learning 2 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Social Seniors @ Hy-Vee for Breakfast • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 10:00 Mystery Book Club • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 9 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 9:30 Alzheimer’s Series - 10 Warning Signs • 10:30 Essential Tremor Support Group • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 16 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 3 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 10 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Mending • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Gadget Guru • 10:00 Low Vision Support Group • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 1:00 Caregiver Support Group 17 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 4 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 11 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle • 12:30 Movie “Woman in Gold” • 5:00 Social Se- niors Fish Fry @ Midtown Pub 18 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle September 2015 1 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 10:00 Sing-Along • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Blood Pressure Screening • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 21 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:45 Open Bridge • 5:00 Commission on Aging 28 • 9:30 Scrabble • 9:30 Cribbage • 11:30 Lunch • 11:30 Shopping Bus • 12:30 Wii Sports • 12:30 Open Cards • 12:45 Open Bridge 29 • 8:30 Newsletter Assembly • 9:00 Wood Carving Drop-In • 9:30 e-Reader • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Zentangle Demonstration • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 BINGO 23 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 9:30 Alzheimer’s Series- The Basic: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 30 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:30 Sober Today • 9:30 Al-Anon • 11:30 Lunch • 1:00 Euchre 24 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Books R Us • 10:00 Gadget Guru • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards • 5:00 Volunteer Appreciation Event 1 • 9:30 Middleton Jazz • 10:00 Reminiscing • Shopping Buses 11:00 & 11:45 • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Nimble Fingers • 1:00 Open Cards 25 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle 2 • 9:00 Strength & Flexibility • 9:00 Rummikub • 10:15 Video Lecture • 11:30 Lunch • 12:30 Pinochle September 2015 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. 22 • 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Spanish Classes • 9:00 Woods Carving Drop-In • 11:30 Lunch • 11:45 Shopping • 12:30 Mah Jongg • 1:00 Stitchers • 1:00 Scarf Dyeing • 4:00 Social Seniors Depart for Pontoon Ride ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 Madison College Classes Madison College (formerly MATC) offers classes taught at the Middleton Senior Center. Madison College will cancel all classes that do not have 10 students registered 10 days prior to a class. It is strongly encouraged to sign up for classes as soon as you are interested. 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+ Apple Device Basics Wednesdays September 16th - September 23rd 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class # 34914 Estimated Cost to Seniors $39.74 Watercolor Painting All Levels Mondays September 21st - October 19th 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Class # 35228 Estimated Cost to Seniors $71.70 Facebook: Connect with Friends Tuesday & Thursday September 29th - October 1st 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Class # 34942 Estimated Cost to Seniors $29.70 Fresh Pasta and Sauces Wednesdays November 4th & November 11th 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Class # 35107 Estimated Cost to Seniors $49.08 Introduction to Wine Thursday December 3rd 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Class # 35001 Estimated Cost to Seniors $37.30 Mystery Book Club The book for Wednesday, September 2nd, at 10:00 a.m. is Old World Mystery, by Kathleen Earnst. Chloe Ellefson is making a fresh start as the new collections curator at Old World Wisconsin, an outdoor ethnic museum showcasing 1870s settlement life. On her first day, Chloe meets with an elderly woman who begs her to find a priceless eighteenth-century Norwegian ale bowl that had been donated to the museum years ago. But before Chloe can find the heirloom and return it to her, the woman dies in a suspicious car crash. The book for Wednesday, October 7th, will be Final Jeopardy, by Linda Fairstein. This critically acclaimed, explosive thriller is a book only prosecutor Linda Fairstein could write, but no one knows the inner workings of the D.A.’s office like her. She is renowned for two decades as head of Manhattan Sex Crimes Unit. Now that world comes vividly to life in a brilliant debut novel of shocking realism, powerful insight, and searing suspense. Both books are available from the South Central Library system in print, large print, downloadable epub. Books R Us Books R Us will meet on Thursday, September 24th, at 10:00 a.m. This month we are joining the UW Go Big Read program and reading Just Mercy, by Bryan Stephenson. Bryan Stevenson was a young lawyer when he founded the Equal Justice Initiative, a legal practice dedicated to defending those most desperate and in need: the poor, the wrongly condemned, and women and children trapped in the farthest reaches of our criminal justice system. One of his first cases was that of Walter McMillian, a young man who was sentenced to die for a notorious murder he insisted he didn’t commit. The case drew Bryan into a tangle of conspiracy, political machination, and legal brinkmanship—and transformed his understanding of mercy and justice forever. New members are always welcome. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 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, September 10th, at 1:00 p.m. Caregivers, as well as listeners, are welcome to join. Caregiver Afternoon Off The Area Agency on Aging of Dane County and the Middleton Senior Center invite all Caregivers to “Caregiver Afternoon Off, “ on Thursday, September 10th, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Middleton Library, 7425 Hubbard Avenue. Donna Manring, will present “Health & Laughter, Laughing your Blues Away, and Kate Shilling will speak about “Pro-Active Planning for Caregivers”. For additional information or to RSVP contact (608) 261-9930. Middleton Jazz Every Thursday Middleton Jazz is a diverse group of musicians who simply love to create music. They play/practice at the Middleton Senior Center every Thursday morning, 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. They play a variety of songs but specialize in New Orleans jazz. Stop by, join in or have a listen if you are in the area. Gadget Guru Our Gadget Guru is at the Middleton Senior Center on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month to assist you with your gadgets. If you need a little help, Dave will be available on Thursday, September 10th and Thursday, September 17th, at 10:00 a.m. Nimble Fingers Nimble Fingers meets on Thursday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. at the Middleton Senior Center. The first and third Thursdays of each month are meetings to discuss their projects and administrative topics. The remaining Thursdays they work on their projects which are donated to various community organizations. Spanish Ellen Soto will teach several levels of Spanish this fall. All classes will be on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, September 1st - September 24th. 9:00 a.m. Conversational Spanish 10:00 a.m. Spanish for Beginners 11:00 a.m. Spanish for Beginners Continued The cost for each four week class is $10.00. Contact the Senior Center, at 831-2373, for details. Strength & Flexibility Classes Strength & Flexibility is a movement class that includes some work on yoga mats and other exercise elements. 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. September 9th - October 28th (8 weeks) And/Or Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. September 11th - October 30th (8 weeks) The cost is $55.00 for one class or $90.00 for both. Contact the Middleton Senior Center at 831-2373. Scarf Dyeing Class Judy Arawinko will be teaching a scarf dyeing class at the Middleton Senior Center on Tuesday, September 22nd, at 1:00 p.m. Cost is just $15.00 and you will make a scarf with your own design to keep or give as a gift. Class space is limited, call 831-2373 to make your reservation today. Rummikub & Games on Fridays A group has started playing Rummikub on Friday mornings at 9:00 a.m. This is a tile game based on Mah Jongg and Rummy. Stop by to play Uno, Checkers, Chess or other games. Zentangle Complimentary Demo Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join us on Tuesday, September 29th, at 12:30 p.m. for a free demonstration of this creative method of drawing. No experience needed. Call 831-2373 to sign up. ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 Alzheimer’s Series Join us for a four part series presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of South Central Wisconsin. These programs are designed to meet the needs of family caregivers and the general community who are seeking information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Wednesday, September 9th, at 9:30 a.m. Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters Wednesday, September 23rd, at 9:30 a.m. The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease Wednesday, October 7th, at 9:30 a.m. Health Habits for a Healthier You Wednesday, October 21st, at 9:30 a.m. Effective Communication Strategies Advanced sign-up is preferred, but not required, by calling 831-2373. Living Well with Chronic Conditions Register now for Living Well with Chronic Conditions, a six-week evidence-based program that helps people with any chronic condition better manage their lives by learning new approaches, setting goals, and working to meet those goals in a supportive environment. Adults of all ages welcome: very low-cost ($20.00 textbook.) The Waunakee Senior Center will host a class on Tuesdays, September 22nd - October 27th, 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. A healthy snack is provided mid-class. For more information or to register, contact Ashley at (608) 235-1957. RSVP required. Craft Vendors Wanted We are looking for “senior” vendors who would like to sell their handmade craft items at our Annual Craft Fair on Friday, November 6th, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. AND Saturday, November 7th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The cost for a table is $15.00. Space is limited. For details contact Laura at 831-2373, The following donations were received by the Middleton Senior Center. Thank you for your support of the programs and services offered! Barbara Holtzman River Valley Bank Violet Pivo Upcoming Travel 2016 Mayflower Tours Gulf Shores Breezes-- April 16th, 2016 Huntsville, Birmingham, Mobile and Perdido Beach, Alabama Clarksville and Nashville, Tennessee 8 Days, 12 Meals Motorcoach Tour $1,558 per person/double occupancy Seven Wonders of Oregon June 24th, 2016 Portland, Multnomah Falls, Mount Hood, and Crater Lake National Park, Oregon 9 Days, 14 Meals $2,049 per person/double occupancy Classic Italy by Rail October 17th, 2016 Venice, Florence, Siena and Rome, Italy 10 Days, 11 Meals $4,398 per person/double occupancy Join us for a Travel Preview on Wednesday, October 14th, at 2:00 p.m. This will be focused on the Gulf Shore Breezes tour, if you have interest and questions on the other trips, please join us. For brochures and more information on these trips contact Laura at 831-2373. Mark your Calendar: Flu Vaccination Clinic will be on Tuesday, October 27th, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5 Painting with Oil Pastels Art Class Join us for this class on Wednesday afternoons, October 14th - December 10th, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. A fun class for artists of any level who want to learn about the materials and techniques of oil pastels. We will complete several small paintings in this class. A list of supplies will be sent to you when you register. The cost is $145.00 for 8-classes or you may pay by the class ($25.00 per class, or $30.00 per class if you wish to have materials supplied) Call 831-2373 to make your reservation. Greeting Card Making Class Judy Arawinko, an avid card maker, will be teaching another greeting cards class on Friday, October 16th, at 1:00 p.m. You will be able to let your creative side shine through with the use of special embellishments, different folding techniques and pretty papers. All supplies are furnished as well as envelopes and inserts for four cards. Cost is $10. 00, space is limited. Due to the popularity of the is class if you are unable to attend this class, please let us know to allow those on the waiting list to enjoy the class. AARP Smart Driver Class AARP and the Middleton Senior Center are offering the Smart Driver class in October. This is a newly designed curriculum. The class will be on Monday, October 19th, 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 now by calling the Senior Center at 831-2373. Display Case Exhibitors The Middleton Senior Center has a small display case behind the front desk. We have been able to exhibit some of our senior’s small collections in this Mini- Museum. We are looking for people who would like to display their collections in September, October and November. If you are interested, contact Jill Kranz, 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. Receptionists We need receptionists to fill in at the front desk as a substitute. We are looking for a cheerful, helpful people who understand the importance of great customer service. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, contact Sandy Witte at 831- 2373. RSVP Driver Services 40th Anniversary & Learn about Roundabouts Join us on Tuesday, October 6th, at 10:30 a.m. for a celebration of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at Middleton Senior Center. Jill Tutaj, Middleton Police Department Community Awareness Officer, will present about “Safely Maneuvering Roundabouts.” Refreshments will be served. All Middleton RSVP drivers, passengers and people interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer driver in the Middleton area are invited to attend the event in honor the volunteers who devote their time to make this program work in the Middleton area! To sign up please call 831-2373, and please indicate if you are a driver. Volunteer Appreciation Event Save the Date Thursday, September 24th, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Invitations will be mailed the end 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] Pat May Receptionist Coordinator You may now receive the Middleton Senior Center newsletter by email. Go to our website at www.middletonseniorcenter.com Click on Notify Me, then Sign In, and click on Calendar of Events and Newsletter and you will receive updates. There are several ways to contact the staff of the Middleton Senior Center. Telephone: [PHONE REDACTED] Write: 7448 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton,WI 53562 Email: See Below ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED