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The Official Monthly Publication of the Castle Rock Senior Center

WHAT’S INSIDE

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Recognitions & Volunteering 3

Rockworthy 4

Health & Wellness 5

Fundraising Rocktivities 6

Advertisements 7

Rockin’ Happenings 8

More Rockin’ Happenings 9

Calendar 10-11

What’s Going on this Month 12-13

Of Interest 14

Advertisements 15

Around the Community 16

Our Rockin’ Members 17

What’s Been Happening 18

Rockin’ Activity Sign-Up Sheet 19

2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

President Rich Smoski

Vice-Presidents Doris Rollins

Phyllis Tumey

Secretary Vivien Semryck

Treasurer Chuck Pauley

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

Activities Joan Goldberg

Community Liaison Al Wonstolen

Facilities Mark Schoeberl

Membership Jim Decker

Publicity Brad Smith

Transportation Bill Kelly

STAFF

Executive Director Debbi Haynie

[email protected]

Assistant Director Deb Santy

[email protected]

Volunteer Coord/Adm. Asst Steph Schroeder [email protected]

Transportation Manager Valerie Dille

[email protected]

Part-Time Reception-Clerks Irene Henning

[email protected]

Lorry Bishop

[email protected]

ASSOCIATES

Accountant Greg Bell, CPA

Legal Advisor Wendy Monteith

Wellness Coordinator Colleen Morton, R.N.

Kitchen Manager Tina Whitby

Center contact information: Phone: 303.688.9498

Fax: 303.814.1035

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The holidays are upon us, that time of year when all of

our calendars fill up so fast. Here are a few dates that I

ask you to add to your calendars:

Craft Show on Saturday, November 7th – 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. This is a great

event to get some early holiday shopping done. Call a friend to invite to go with

you or to come see you when you are volunteering. This is our largest fundraising

event so if you haven’t signed-up to volunteer or bake, please contact Steph or see

our sign up wall near the front desk.

Annual Board Meeting on November 20th - 1:00p.m. Please take time to come

and hear about what is going on with YOUR senior center. You will be voting on

new board members for the coming term and will hear from each of the committee

chairs as to what is happening in their areas. This is a great time to share your ideas

with the Board, too.

We all get so busy during this season. The approaching Thanksgiving holiday is a

perfect time (after the Craft Show!) for us to slow down and take a few minutes to

reflect on our blessings. We will have a tree in the great room for you to add

leaves, letting others know what you are thankful for. When we stop for a moment

we do see the blessings, and I think it will help us all to re-focus on what is really

important as we read what others write on their leaves. I thought I would start us

out: I am thankful for getting to work in an environment where hugs are given each

day, and that each morning I love to come to work to see the members of the “best”

Senior Center ever!!! I also love my family, on most days (if you remember, I do

have twin teenage daughters).

Many of us have family and friends in the area, and we are busy with celebrations

and traditions with them. Please remember that some of your friends, neighbors

and Center members may be alone this year. If you have extra space around the

table, please reach out to someone who may not have a celebration to attend. The

“more the merrier” is not just an expression; it is true, and you will make someone

else’s holiday special. ~ Debbi

I have been a member of CRSC since March 2011. Shortly after I

started to volunteer at the Center I was hired to work as the first

part-time paid receptionist. During the ten weeks I worked as a receptionist, I

developed a good understanding of what the Center was all about. I greeted

most of you in the morning as well as helping our riders schedule their

transportation. Being in the Center on a daily basis helped me to understand the

needs of our members as well as to gain an understanding of the roles of our

staff. It takes a lot of energy to run our Center and our staff gives 110%!

I’ve been fortunate to work as a nurse and transition into telecommunications,

having held management positions in both professions as well as controlling

budgets and managing personal. I also volunteer and am involved in non-profits.

I am still an active ski patroller and on the board for the Loveland Ski Patrol.

Besides traveling with my husband, I like to garden, knit, do crafts, volunteer as

a receptionist at the CRSC and play golf!

Currently I am the 1st Vice President on the board, in charge of fundraising and

community outreach. The event I am most proud of was our first Senior Life

Expo; we have already started planning it for next year. As an extension of my

job as VP, I sit on the board for Douglas Count Non-Profit Coalition; their

mission is to support smaller non-profits as well as be an umbrella organization

for Douglas County non-profits and to advertise Colorado Gives Day.

I believe in our mission and in supporting the town with transportation. I believe

our outgoing President has established a sound financial foundation, one that I

plan to follow. We are here to support the membership and understand your

needs. The best way to express your needs is to come to the Annual Meeting on

November 20th and vote!

A Note From the Director rrrrr

THANK YOU

SEPTEMBER

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Charlotte Adair

Cheryl Adams

Larry Adams

Alice Aldridge Dennis

Louisa Allen

Jack Asbridge

Marilyn Asbridge

Tom Becker

Steve Bender

Hazel Bennett

Rich Bennett

Kathy Berth

Shirley Bird

Cherie Brey

Sharon Bruen

Sadie Bush

David Bybee

Susan Bybee

Chris Carlson

Fran Cason

Liz Corrin

Stella Corpuz

Karel Cox

Dolores Coyne

EJ Crumine

Sally Davis

Ida DeChellis

Jim Decker

Sharon Decker

Jean Di Bartolomeo

Alexandra

Domashovetz

Charles Domino

Paul Donahue

Sara Dunn

Esther Durkin

Genie Dykstra

Rick Eddy

Deg Egner

Christie Einspahr

Mary Ellis

Pat Eskoz

Dorothy Everett

Fran Filyau

Bridget Folan

Phyllis Frindt

There are so many needs for our largest fundraiser, our annual Craft Show.

There’s organizing at the Center the week before, goodies to bake, finishing

up crafts for the Center booth, set-up, tear-down and working the myriad of

areas of the show during the event from 9-4 on Saturday, November 7th.

Please sign up at the Center. Also, everyone can be in advertising — tell

others about the event, to increase our attendance.

Bernie Funk

Jim Gantner

Noemi Garcia

Joan Goldberg

Gene Gray

Beth Green

Jim Green

Sandy Guidry

Larry Hamilton

Marilyn Harding

Irene Henning

Emma Herman

Derald Hoffman

Jadie Hoffman

Chuck Hylen

Maggie Janick

Connie Johnson

Jim Johnson

Lorraine Johnson

Wes Johnson

Inge Jones

Shawn Jones

Ken Kania

Bill Kelly

Mary Lacey

Dale Laing

Dolores Larson

Imo Lax

Judi Lax

Tom Lax

Mary Ann Lentz

Vicky Levin

Darlene Lohr

Ted Lohr

Esther Long

Phil Maher

Deb Santy

Mark Santy

Mark Schoeberl

Shirley Schoeberl

Martin Schroeder

Vivien Semryck

Ida Shaprio

Barb Skiff

Hank Slawson

Preston Shepherd

Brad Smith

Phil Smith

Rich Smoski

Cloyde Snook

Patsy Soro

Lynne Staebell

Jamie Stewart

Pauline Stone

Joe Strahler

Sophie Stuart

Kate Sullivan

Monica Swartwood

Toby Tabola

Irene Taylor

Wayne Teel

Pam Thilgen-Hester

Curt Thompson

Dee Thompson

Renee Tihen

Sam Tiben

Judy Tom

Dorothy Tomaszewski

Ruth Tripet

Jill Trujillo

Anna Troutman

Keith Troutman

Norm Tuccy

Phyllis Tumey

Tim Urban

Raquel Van Leer

Glenn Vanicek

Marilyn Walker

Jim Weglarz

Lorrie Wells

Steve Wheeler

David Whitby

Tina Whitby

Carol Williams

Kay Wolfe

Al Wonstolen

Lyn Wonstolen

Earl Wood

Sally Wood

Mary Jo Madsen

Judy Marko

Don Marshall

Joan Marshall

Barbara Martin

Helen Massey

Marilyn Massey

Jan Mattheis

Maxine McDonald

Thelma Minney

Dan Mitchell

Wendy Monteith

Jim Morris

Sharon Morrison

Carol Murino

Jim Nash

Jim Osborn

Bill Ott

Judy Parsons

Charlie Patin

Chuck Pauley

Joe Pearlman

Edward Persic

Milena Persic

Gayle Peterson

Suzanne Pineau

Judy Pollock

Betty Radvich

Mary Ann Rhoads

Jene Richardson

Sandy Richardson

Doris Rollins

Bob Rossi

Peter Rutt

Shannon Rutt

Rod Sanders

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Membership costs $36 for an entire year, and with a $6 discount per activity for members, it pays for itself as you get involved. You can join by stopping in the Center, filling out a membership form, and paying your $36 dues. There is also

a fill-in membership form on our website: www.castlerockseniorcenter.org. We welcome you!!

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Sharon Davis is our “New Member Ambassador.” She would love to assist new members in getting involved and meeting others. If you are new and have any questions, please call Sharon at 303-284-4343. We invite you to come to our Newcomer “Meet & Greet” on the 4th Thursday at 10:30 to meet others & be welcomed.

Mary Ann Birrittella

Judy Budimlya

Patricia Caluori Albert Coleman

Beverly Frindt Carla Gould

Audie Gurule

Larry & Pat Heid

Kris Kiley

Suzanne Pineau

Doris & Glynn Seymour

Sophia Thomas

Gale Van Patten

Sometimes our Volunteer of the Month is someone visible in the workings of the

Center and you feel like you already know them, but other times someone less visible,

but equally valuable, is chosen to be honored. Many of you may not know Wayne

Teel, unless, that is, you have donated a car to our organization - he is the brains

behind that operation. Wayne, who lives in Parker, has been the coordinator for this

program for years, making sure that each car or vehicle that someone lovingly gives to

the Center receives the most bang for the buck. Bill Kelly, our Board of Directors

Fleet Manager, said that he had no idea what was involved when a vehicle is donated.

Over the four years he’s been on the Board, Wayne has taught him the ins and outs of

handling donated cars, teaching him when to sell, auction or salvage a vehicle. Bill

explained that through Wayne’s contacts with auction houses and salvage facilities

throughout the Denver metro area, the Center has averaged about $8,000 a year income

from donated vehicles. It’s plain to see that when people donate vehicles here, they

can rest assured that their donation will receive all of Wayne’s skill and expertise,

making it a win-win situation for all.

Wayne was born near Waco, Texas. He was raised as an only child after a brother died young. Wayne was a great baseball

player in his younger days until the life-changing day he broke his ankle while playing ball. He walks with a limp to this day;

needless to say, the injury cost him his baseball dreams. He started college at Rice University, but transferred to Baylor so he

could be closer to home when his mom became sick. It was there he became involved in theater.

Wayne met his wife, Natalie, in Waco when friends set them up on a blind date. They married in 1959 and are celebrating

59 years of marriage this year. Wayne worked in the trucking industry his entire career, living out east, in San Antonio and in

Denver before he and Natalie settled east of Parker 40 years ago when they built their home on a beautiful 5-acre lot. They have

two daughters who live in Portland, Oregon and in Fort Collins. They enjoy spending time with their grandson and three

granddaughters.

The Teel’s enjoy going to the theater in Denver and visiting the grandchildren when he isn’t out taking care of donated

vehicles. He also coordinates car donations for the Parker Senior Center and for the International Order of Rocky Mountain Old

Goats, a group for which he is also on the Board of Directors. We want to thank Wayne for his selfless and tireless service on

our behalf, and we want to encourage people to think of us when you need to get rid of a vehicle.

~ CRSC Staff

You have chosen a great place to get involved and make great friends, and we are so glad to welcome you to the Castle Rock Senior Center. We hope you will get involved, make new friends & volunteer.

Please call the front desk to schedule your

massage appointment. Remember, massage is good for you. It can increase circulation, relax

your tense muscles, and ease pain.

CHAIR MASSAGE By Marquita Pattur, Massage Therapist

Thursdays, November 5 & 19

Beginning at 9:00 AM

$12 for members for 20 minutes

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FREE blood pressure checks

Date: Thurs. Nov 5 10-11:30 Wed. Nov 18 10:30-12

No appointment needed

Provided by: Healing Hearts at Home

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FOOT CLINICS Medical Foot Care provided by Visiting

Nurses Association’s RNs

Wednesdays, November 4 & 18


Cost is $30 and this is a benefit of some Kaiser plans - call Kaiser at 303-698-6496 prior to first

appt. Don't let the fee keep you from taking care of your feet as there is some assistance available for

low income. Call the front desk to schedule.

HEARING

SCREENING CLINIC By Joanne LaPorta of Accent on Hearing

Friday, November 13


A FREE hearing screening is offered once a month

& includes cleaning/checking all types of hearing aids as well as ear wax removal. Please sign up in

advance at the front desk.

Orangutan stories of life...Chapter 3. If you've been following my articles the last couple of months, you know I've been privy to some wonderful orangutan stories my daughter has brought home when volunteering at the Denver Zoo. This month's "lesson" actually happened at another zoo. We have learned that orangutans are taught to bring any unusual things they find in their areas to their keepers for treats; orangutans love their treats.

One day the zoo keeper lost a large ring of keys in the orangutan area. Knowing they get a treat for each thing they turn in to their keeper, the orangutans found the keys and took the key ring apart. Then, if you can believe it, they hid each key around their area. After all the preparation, they, of course, turned in each key separately to get a treat. It took weeks to get all the keys back.

How can we put a wellness spin on this orangutan escapade? I think the zoo keeper was the student in this lesson, learning that it takes patience and time to achieve a goal. We can all apply the lesson. Every day one key, or wellness activity, can help you complete your goal, whatever that may be. If your goal is to lose five pounds to help reduce your blood pressure, it won’t happen overnight. However, if you make a plan to accomplish this, and stick to your plan, you will reach your goal. Just like the zoo keeper who had her keys returned, you have the ability to achieve your goal with commitment and patience.

Colleen Morton, R.N.

Wellness Coordinator

Castle Rock Senior Center

FLU VACCINATION CLINIC

Wednesday, November 4 from 12:00-1:00 PM

Hand and Foot

REFLEXOLOGY By Irene Baertsch, Reflexologist

Fridays, Nov 6, 13 & 20


$15 for members for 30 minutes Please call the front desk to schedule. By applying pressure to specific points on your hands or feet, pain or stress on other areas of the body can be

alleviated. Relax, restore and rejuvenate.

Flu Shots ($30) - No advance sign-up is needed. The following insurances can be billed so you pay nothing at the time of vaccination: Medicare Part B (when it’s primary insurance), Humana, Rocky Mountain, Cigna, Cigna Great West & Aetna.

High Dose (Senior) Flu Shot - Unfortunately supplies are so low for this that we can no longer guarantee having them available. If you feel you may be a candidate for this shot, please see your physician.

Flu Mist ($40) - For healthy individuals age 2-49 only. We can bill Humana, Rocky Mountain, Cigna, Cigna Great West, CHP+, and Aetna. No sign up in advance is needed.

Representatives from human services are here one day a month to help members see if

they qualify for a variety of services. Feel free to stop by to talk to them, no appointment

needed, as you may be eligible.

Tri-County Health is holding an additional free “Matter of Balance” class because we had a waiting list. It will be on Tuesdays from 12:30-2:30 PM at the Center for 3 weeks in November, 2 weeks in December and 3 weeks in January,

not meeting during the holiday weeks. Most spots are taken, but check with the front desk to see if there are still

openings. Past attendees have found it very beneficial.

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Gorgeous Handmade

Quilt Tickets:

$1 each or 6 for $5

iPad Mini 3 Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20

Who doesn’t like a Sausage Croissan’wich or a Whopper every

now and then? Castle Rock now has 2 Burger Kings so it’s even

more convenient to enjoy one of their specialties. When you do,

save your receipt - all menu items are now included - and place it

into the crown bowl at the Center. Either of the Burger Kings

will then donate a portion of your receipt back to the Center.

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Derald Hoffman will present a slide program about his visit to

the National WWI Museum in

Kansas City, Missouri at our

next “Remembering Our

Veterans” meeting on Nov. 6 at

1 pm in Panorama Hall at the

Senior Center. This is the only

WWI museum in the country.

Come and hear some of the old

WWI songs and learn how the city came to build such a

magnificent museum and Liberty Memorial after WWI.

Friday, November 6 - at 1:00 PM

Wednesday, November 18th - 12:15 PM

You can’t have too many Thanksgivings in November. This

one is spectacular. The Center will cook the turkeys and all

participants will bring the side dishes and enjoy a wonderful

meal. We want to make sure we have some of everything, so

sign-up well ahead before your favorite is already filled up. As

we’ve done in the past, we are collecting $1 ($7 non-members)

in addition to the dish, to cover the costs of the turkeys.

Presentation of 2016 Budget

Board members give annual reports of their areas

Elections will be held for two-year terms for President, 2nd Vice President and Secretary. If races are not

contested, we will elect by motion and proclamation. For contested races, ballots will be issued at

conclusion of business meeting after candidates are introduced.

Members of the Center in good standing for at least 90 days are eligible to vote.

Candidates may still come forward ahead or be nominated from the floor during the meeting. If

interested, please call Al Wonstolen at 303-688-4633.

Vienna Boys Choir Concert Sunday, November 15

Leaving at 1:00 PM Concert at 2:00 PM

Parker PACE Center Only 15 tickets available for

this popular show

Quincy Place, an independent living retirement community at Quebec and Quincy in the Denver Tech Center, has invited up to 21 of our seniors to see their

facility of 117 apartments for seniors. You’ll go on their bus and have lunch before returning.

Every day there are new

disasters reported. Sadly,

no place is safe anymore.

Are you prepared? Join us

for this free presentation

by Metro Volunteers.

Tuesday, November

10th at 12:45 PM.

No art experience needed, just a desire to create.

All materials are supplied to make a

project at each class.

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If you are new here, please come to one of our monthly “meet and greet” events. This is an informal time, with

refreshments available, to ask questions, meet some people and find

out how to get involved. We also invite you to stay after our meeting

for lunch here at the Center.

Wed. November 11 at 11:30 AM

How to Avoid the Holiday Blues

Presented by:

Maria Pearson, Senior Reach

Arapahoe Douglas Mental Health Network

Great lunch, presentation & prizes. Activity Fee is the same even if you bring lunch.

Park Meadows Mall Monday, November 30

Leave at 9:45 AM

There is something quite magical &

& uniquely American about the

hustle-bustle at a mall at the

holiday season. You’ll be

on your own to shop, watch

people & have lunch - and

you won’t need to deal

with parking. The

bus will board at

2:00 to return.

INFORMATIONAL SESSION

~Medicare and You 2016~ Thursday, November 12 at 1:00 PM

The session is geared for those turning 65 (and their family

members or caregivers who may need this information) and

are: new to Medicare or leaving an employer plan, recently

moved, or on disability and entitled to Medicare. According to Medicare, you should review your plan and prescription

coverage yearly.

What will be covered: · Review the different components of Medicare Parts A, B,

C, and D

· Understand and compare Medicare Supplement/Medigap

Plans A-N

· Evaluate Part D Rx coverage

· Changes for 2016

This is an informational session only, open to the public, and no

specific plan materials will be presented. No reservations are

required. Presented by: Barry and Joan Amsler,

American Insurance Associates

Tuesday, November 17

Leaving at 9:15 AM Lunch at

Golden Corral

This facility is in Englewood. We

will watch a film & learn about this

beautiful pottery handmade in

Poland. There will be time to shop

with a 35% discount.

Please come to a meeting with town officials to give your

opinion on the 2030 Comprehensive Master Plan because your opinion counts.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5

12:45 pm

RSVP ORIENTATION FOR SENIOR CENTER VOLUNTEERS

10:00 AM on Wednesday, November 18th before the potluck

Come meet with representatives from RSVP - which stands for Retired

Senior Volunteer Program - who will tell you how you can get

involved with their organization. Benefits include recognition

programs and special events. We are proud to partner with RSVP and

are honored to sometimes have our volunteers awarded.

DOLLAR SIGN LEGEND

The dollar signs on the calendar represent the average price of the entrée at the restaurant when you

will be paying for a meal there. $ = Under $15 $$ = $16-$35

$$$ = $36-$50

This does NOT represent the Activity Fee you pay at sign-up

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

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17 18

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9:00 AM Indoor Pickleball

9:30 AM Sit and Be Fit Class

9:15 AM Trip - Polish Pottery Outlet $

11:30AM VOA Lunch/Let’s Celebrate

Meatloaf, roast potatoes, gravy

12:30 PM Matter of Balance Class #3

1:00 PM Low Vision Support Group

1:15 PM Marathon Bridge

9:00 AM Visiting Nurses

9:30 AM Sit & Be Fit Class

10:00 AM Volunteer Meeting -

RSVP Orientation

10:30-12 BP Spot - no appt. needed

12:15 PM Thanksgiving Feast

Potluck Luncheon

1:00 PM Crochet & Knit

1:00 PM Afternoon of Games



10:30AM Monthly Newcomer

“Meet and Greet”

11:30AM VOA Lunch

Chicken salad sandwich, soup

1:00 PM Bingo for Fun



Angie’s 11:00AM-8:30PM

9:00 AM Visiting Nurses


12-1 PM Flu Shot Clinic



9:15 AM Bridge

9:30 AM Tennis

9:45 AM SHOPPING TRIP

Park Meadows Mall

12:00 PM Preventing Diabetes #12


9:15 AM Bridge

9:30 AM Tennis

11:00 AM Out to Lunch - $

“Sweet Tomatoes”



8:30 AM Casino Trip

Monarch in Blackhawk



10:00 AM Creative Writing

11:30AM VOA Lunch Chicken parmesan, penne


12:45 PM SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Disaster Preparation


11:30 AM Lunch and Learn



1:15 PM Polish Poker

9:15 AM Bridge

9:30 AM Tennis

10:00 AM FREE Trip - Quincy Place

Independent Living Retirement Community



1:00 PM Activity Committee Meeting

9:15 AM Bridge

9:30 AM Tennis





10:00 AM Book Club Mtg.

10-12 Sign up for Cripple Creek Trip

11:30 AM VOA Lunch - Pork chow mein, noodles


1:00 PM Bingo for Fun

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2 3 4 9:15 AM Bridge

9:30 AM Tennis



Craft Room CLOSED this week for sorting, pricing & getting ready for the November 7th Craft Show

Note that a few of our regular activities will be taking a break for the holiday season but will be back on the

schedule in 2016:

· Bunco

· Legal Presentation

· Belly Dancing Classes

A few others will be off just the weeks around the holidays, so check the

calendar carefully

Senior Center early voting

begins

Early voting

Early voting

December Activities

Sign-Up begins at 8:30 AM

THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY/SUNDAY

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7/8

14/15

21/22

28/29

6 5 9:00 AM Chair Massage


10:00AM Slammers Bingo

10-11:30 BP Spot - no appt. needed

11:30AM VOA Lunch -

Hamburger, baked beans

12:45 PM SENIOR INPUT MEETING - 2030 Comprehensive Master Plan for Castle Rock

2:00 PM Senior Art Class


9:00 AM Reflexology

9:00 AM Financial Services

10:00AM Current Events

11:30AM VOA Lunch Pork chop, parmesan potatoes

1:00 PM Games & Trivia

1:00 PM Annual Meeting & Election

9:00 AM Chair Massage


10:00 AM Slammers Bingo

12:00PM VOA Lunch-Panorama Hall Special Thanksgiving Dinner Roast turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie

12:30 PM Douglas County Human

Services (no appts needed)

1:15 PM Duplicate Bridge

2:00 PM Senior Art Class

SUNDAY

Vienna Boys Choir Concert Parker PACE Center Leaving at 1:00 PM

Concert at 2:00 PM


9:00 AM Reflexology


10:00 AM Current Events Discussion

11:30AM VOA Lunch - Stuffed green pepper,


1:00 PM Remembering our Veterans

8:30 AM AARP Safe Driving

Class


9:00 AM Reflexology


10:00 AM Current Events Discussion

10:15 AM Hearing Clinic

11:30AM VOA Lunch - Chicken cassoulet, spinach


9:00 AM Slammers Br/Bingo


11:30 AM VOA Lunch - Chicken fried steak, gravy

1:00 PM SPECIAL PRESENTATION -

“Medicare & You 2016”

4:45 PM Out to Dinner - $$

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

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Craft Show Set-Up Day

SATURDAY

Starlighting Ceremony in Castle Rock

Activities 2:00-7:00 PM

Starlighting at 5:00 PM

No transportation from the Center or trip from the Center - but we hope you come out to this Town event

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you sign up for an activity and find you are unable to participate, let the front desk know as soon as possible. No

credits are issued for cancellations made the day of or the day before an activity. If you cancel before the deadline, notify the

Senior Center during business hours of 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday, and we will issue you a credit. We do not

refund ticketed events. Credits expire after one year.

Early voting

Early voting

VOA LUNCHES - Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at 11:30 AM The Volunteers of America host an on-site lunch at our Center. This is a nutritious hot meal served to you for a suggested donation of $2.50. No advance sign-up required. Let’s Celebrate party will be on Tuesday, November 17.

Angie’s Fundraiser Wednesday, November 4 11:00AM-8:30PM Angie’s serves the best in both Italian and Mexican cuisine and is

a hometown favorite. Please consider going there for a meal and making some money for the Center. Take the flyer on page 6, pick one up at the Center or print from our website, and go eat there anytime on this day. Order whatever you want, give your server the flyer when you pay for your meal, and a portion of your bill will be donated to CRSC.

OUT TO DINNER - “Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen” Thursday, November 12 4:45 PM $6 ($12 non-members) It can’t all be turkey in November, can it? If you join us for dinner at Pappadeaux you will be in for a taste of New Orelans, from gumbo and crawfish to catfish and etouffees. Their combo meals let you have more than one item to try out, and you’ll even find some items with half-sized portions. This will be a special evening so get ready to get your “creole on.” Activity Fee does not include the cost of your individual dinner.

THANKSGIVING FEAST POTLUCK LUNCHEON Wednesday, November 18 at 12:15 PM $1 + dish ($7 + dish non-members) Sign up at the Center to bring a Thanksgiving side dish We’ll cook the turkeys so you don’t have to get up at the crack of dawn (that’s what the nominal fee is for) and you decide what traditional Thanksgiving side dish you want to bring. Make sure you sign-up on the potluck list with what you are bringing so we make sure we’ve got enough mashed potatoes, cranberries and all the fixings. First come/first served on what you bring until the list for each category fills up. This is a tremendous meal you don’t want to miss.

OUT TO LUNCH - “Sweet Tomatoes” in Lone Tree Monday, November 23 11:00 AM $5 ($11 non-members) We’re thinking you may want a light meal before the Thanksgiving foodfest. Sweet Tomatoes offers an all-you-can-eat dining experience with over 45 feet of fresh salad ingredients and 10 house-made dressings to make your own salad masterpiece. In addition, they serve a wide selection of homemade soups, pastas, baked breads and muffins, desserts and more. All of this is just $7.99 for seniors, and that includes a drink. Activity Fee does not include the cost of your individual lunch.

BRUNCH & BINGO OR JUST BINGO at Slammers Bingo Hall Every Thursday Morning $8 ($14 non-members) Are you up for taking your bingo playing to the next level? The Slammers Bingo Hall is in Lakewood, which may be a drive, but the enticement of big pots for winners makes it worth the drive. Join the group on their weekly visit. We leave at 9:00 or 10:00, depending on whether we stop for brunch, and head to Lakewood. Bingo costs and food purchases not included in Activity Fee.

CASINO TRIP - Monarch in Blackhawk Tuesday, November 10 8:30 AM $10 ($16 non-members) In this month of thankfulness, think how thankful you would be if you won a big pot at the casino! Join us for our monthly trip “up the hill” as the regulars say. Monarch is located in Blackhawk and has what is billed as the best lunch buffet in town.

CONCERT - Vienna Boys Choir Parker PACE Center Sunday, November 15 1:00 PM $41 ($47 non-members) The first show we saw at the Parker PACE Center when it opened four years ago was the Vienna Boys Choir, and everyone said it was phenomenal. Don't miss

DINING OPPORTUNITIES

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TRIPS & EXCURSIONS

ONE DAY EVENTS/HAPPENINGS

their tour back in the United States. This world-renowned ensemble of young singers will enchant audiences with their purity of tone and wide repertoire of timeless music that ranges from medieval to contemporary. For more than 500 years, the Vienna Boys Choir has delighted and thrilled listeners of all ages. Their program includes favorite Strauss waltzes, classical masterpieces by Mozart and Haydn, as well as folk songs from around the world. The Activity Fee includes your ticket and transportation to Parker for this one-time only show.

FREE TRIP AND LUNCH - Quincy Place Independent Living Retirement Community in the Denver Tech Center Monday, November 16 10:00 AM No Activity Fee Quincy Place has 117 independent living apartments for seniors located at the corner of Quebec and E. Quincy Avenue in the Denver Tech Center. Their facility is designed to replicate a cruise ship and they strive to make living there like being on a cruise, with gourmet food and plenty of activities for all their residents. They will be bringing their bus here to take up to 21 of our seniors on a visit for a tour, lunch and to join them in an activity. There is no Activity Fee for this trip.

TRIP - Polish Pottery Outlet and Lunch at Golden Corral Tuesday, November 17 9:15 AM $7 ($13 non-members) This outlet is 5,000 square feet of the famous intricate handmade and hand-painted pottery imported from Poland; it is oven, microwave and dishwasher safe. You’ll watch a film about how it is made, take a tour of the facility and then have time to shop with a 35% discount. After time at the outlet, you’ll head to nearby Golden Corral where an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet including drinks is just $7.99 for seniors. Your Activity Fee includes the bus ride but not the cost of your individual lunch.

SHOPPING TRIP - Park Meadows Mall Monday, November 30 9:45 AM $5 ($11 non-members) The holiday shopping season will be in full swing so there are sure to be sales and bargains at stores at this big area indoor mall, along with decorations and a spirit of the holidays. You can leave the parking hassles to our wonderful drivers as they will drop you off and pick you up at the same door at 2:00 PM. Meanwhile, you’ll be on your own to explore, shop, people-watch, and have lunch at one of the many restaurants at the mall. Even if you don’t have shopping to do, just being in the midst of all the holiday excitement, including Santa Claus, will be exciting.

BOOK CLUB MEETING Tuesday, November 3 10:00 AM No Activity Fee If you like to read and would like to hear what others are reading, then come to the Book Club Meeting. You’ll get ideas for books to read and for authors to check out. If you like, let the group know what you’ve been reading. No need to sign up, just come when you can on the first Tuesday of the month.

REMEMBERING OUR VETERANS MEETING Friday, November 6 1:00 PM No Charge Derald Hoffman will present a slide program about his visit to the National WWI Museum in Kansas City, Missouri at our next “Remembering Our Veterans” meeting on Nov. 6 at 1 pm in Panorama Hall at the Senior Center. This is the only WWI museum in the country. Come and hear some of the old WWI songs and learn how the city came to build such a magnificent museum and Liberty Memorial after WWI.

SENIOR INPUT MEETING - For the Town of Castle Rock Thursday, November 5 12:45 PM No Charge Yes, the Town of Castle Rock desires the input of senior citizens, and that is why they are coming here to seek your opinions on the 2030 Comprehensive Master Plan for the town. Please attend to not only hear what is coming but let officials know your thoughts.

23rd ANNUAL CASTLE ROCK CRAFT SHOW Saturday, November 7 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM No Charge

MULTI-DAY HAPPENINGS

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Disabilities. Invite any seniors you know who may benefit from this group. Laura is a wealth of knowledge for services that are available to you.

RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) ORIENTATION Wednesday, November 18 10:00 AM No Charge We would love it if more of our volunteers would take advantage of the benefits and programs of RSVP. Come check it out at this meeting and see if it’s for you.

Douglas County Human Services - Thurs, Nov. 19 12:30 PM Representatives from Human Services from Douglas County are here for you to ask questions, check eligibility and sign up.

ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION Friday, November 20 1:00 PM in Panorama Hall All members in good standing are invited to the Annual Meeting, for a “state of the union” of the Senior Center and to cast your votes in our election of the 2016/17 President, 2nd Vice President and Secretary (elections for Executive Board are staggered annually). As a member of this organization, it is important that you are both informed and make your voice count. Refreshments will be served.

MONTHLY NEWCOMER “MEET AND GREET” Tuesday, November 24 10:30 AM No Charge Every month we have an informal session for new or prospective members.

BINGO FOR FUN - Tuesdays November 3 & 24 1:00 PM A nickel a card per game. Play as many cards as you desire and can handle.

SENIOR ART CLASS Thursdays, November 5 & 19 2:00 PM $6 ($12 non-members) You won’t find a better deal on an art class anywhere, as all the materials are included in the fee. Please sign up in advance. You can be an artist.

INDOOR PICKLEBALL Tuesdays and Fridays 9:00 AM Pay Rec Center Fees We’ve moved indoors for pickleball to the courts at the Rec Center and will do round-robin play with those attending each day. Come check it out.

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER and CELL PHONE ASSISTANCE

Call Steph at the office to schedule a time with an instructor. We will arrange a private instruction time for you with a patient teacher skilled in what you want to learn. We help people with all types of technology devices.

BRIDGE GROUPS Every Monday morning at 9:15. Call Louisa at 720-733-9690. Marathon Bridge Tues, Nov. 17 Duplicate Bridge Thurs, Nov. 19 at 1:15 Call Steve Wheeler at 303-660-4047 for Marathon and Duplicate groups.

AFTERNOON OF GAMES - Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday 1:00 PM No Charge Come join one of our tables where there is as much laughter as there is playing. At any one time you might find tables of Mexican Train, Hand and Foot, Poker, or Mah Jong. On Friday there is also a trivia group. Got a new game? Let’s give it a try.

SIT & BE FIT CLASS Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:30 AM No Charge We have great videos, focusing on muscle strength and flexibility. New people are always welcome to join us. Just come when you can.

CROCHET & KNIT - Every Wednesday at 1:00 Bring your own project or we’ll “hook” you up with one. If you want to learn how to knit or crochet, our ladies will teach you!

CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP Fridays 10:00 AM No Charge This lively group discusses what’s happening in our world. Bring your opinions.

FINANCIAL SERVICES - Most Fridays 9:00 AM No Charge Topics range from annuities to tax-free Income. Call Paul Donahue of Edward Jones at 303-688-4220 for a free review.

Held at the Douglas County Events Center (at the Fairgrounds in Castle Rock), this is the largest fundraiser and event of the year for the Senior Center, and it’s even bigger this year. More than 150 vendors will have booths with a huge variety of crafts and other items, plus there is a book sale, “Grandma’s Kitchen” which was formerly called our bake sale, silent auction, holiday decorated wreath auction, raffles and “Grandma’s Attic” where you will find treasures galore. Please tell your friends, neighbors and associates to come support it. Get a head start on holiday shopping. If you can volunteer, please sign up, as everyone’s help is needed the day before and on event day. Bake something yummy for others to enjoy at the bake sale. If nothing else, you must come and see it to believe it - and maybe buy a thing or two.

CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Tuesday, November 10 10:00 AM No Charge The Creative Writing group is a safe place to share writing goals and then put ideas onto paper. We learn to “craft” our first drafts into compelling pieces. This is a group open to those experienced in writing and those just wanting to give it a try.

SPECIAL PRESENTATION - Disaster Preparedness Tuesday, November 10 12:45 PM No Charge No one knows when a disaster will hit, but it could be right here in Castle Rock tomorrow, so here is your opportunity to learn what it takes to be prepared. Come to this interactive preparedness session, put on by Metro Volunteers, to learn how to increase your safety and to help your neighbors in times of disaster, whether by weather, fires or needless acts of violence. Hopefully none of us will ever need anything discussed, but it’s always better to be prepared than not. Please plan to attend.

LUNCH AND LEARN - “How to Avoid the Holiday Blues” Wednesday, November 11 11:30 AM $5 ($11 non-members) Please join us for lunch, door prizes, and this presentation by the Arapahoe Douglas Mental Health Network. While the holiday season is a joyous time of the year for some, it can also be a stressful, sad time for others. Maria Pearson, of Senior Reach, will help discuss strategies to get the most out of this time of year for everyone. Senior Reach is a community program that identifies older adults who may need emotional or physical support and/or connection to community services.

POLISH POKER Wednesday, November 11 1:15 PM No Charge No special skills are needed for this afternoon of laughs. Bring your pennies. If you haven’t tried it before, sign up and come see why it’s so fun.

SPECIAL PRESENTATION Medicare and You 2015 Thursday, November 12 1:00 PM No Charge The annual enrollment period for Medicare is underway until December 7th. Come to this informational only (no specific plans discussed) presentation on understanding Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, supplement plans, Medigap Plans, Rx coverage and the changes for 2016. It’s important that you fully understand your coverage and how changes could affect you. Encourage those who assist you financially or with healthcare decisions to come as well. Please sign up in advance so we know how many chairs to set up.

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Friday, November 13 8:30 AM $15 for AARP members This will be the last time this class is offered this year at the Senior Center, so call the front desk to sign-up for it before all the spots are filled. Many of you have taken advantage of this class for reductions in your insurance rates. AARP members receive a discount. Fees are paid directly to the instructor.

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP Tuesday, November 17 1:00 PM No Charge If you have vision problems of any kind or severity, you know how difficult it can be; you are not alone and sometimes going through similar things with other people can really make life more fulfilling. Come to this support group facilitated by Laura from the “Beyond Vision Program” of the Center for People with

CONTACT LIST

Fun & Games

Mah Jong - Vivien Semryck 303-955-0927 Monday Bridge - Louisa Allen 720-733-9690 Duplicate & Marathon Bridge - Steve Wheeler 303-660-4047 Bunco - Sandy Richardson 870-291-1946 Polish Poker - Irene Taylor 303-979-5582 Hand & Foot - Maggie Janick 303-590-4595 Trivial Pursuit - Bob Rossi 303-325-5489

Athletic Interest

Tennis (Men, Women & Doubles) Mike and Betty Nichols 303-660-0578 Softball Teams - Wes Johnson 303-978-9733 and Preston Shepherd 303-284-4274 Golf Leagues (9 & 18 Hole) - Don Marshall 720-273-3482 or Jim Weglarz 303-688-3280/303-507-1429 Pickleball - Dan Mitchell 303-653-1639 Hiking Club - Phyllis Tumey 303-688-5610

Activities

Knitting & Crocheting - Sharon Bruen 720-261-6759 Quilting/Sewing - Shirley Bird 303-663-9504 or Maggie Janick 303-590-4595 Jewelry Making - Inge Jones 239-443-5129 Creative Writing - Alice Aldridge-Dennis 303-660-1865 Current Events - Dr. Joe Pearlman 303-663-5509 Remembering our Veterans - Larry Adams 303-660-1857 Garden Club - Sharon Decker 303-916-0588 Book Club - Helen Massey 303-663-6037 or Pam Passant 303-489-1692

Services

Computer/Cell phone - Call Steph at the office to schedule Health & Wellness - Call the front desk to schedule VOA & Meals on Wheels Steph Schroeder 720-733-2292

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WEATHER CLOSURE INFORMATION

We occasionally close the Center to keep everyone safe and

off icy and snowy roads, not always following the school

closures. Sometimes we may delay our opening.

There are 4 ways to check to see whether we are closed or opening late: 1) Call the Center and listen to the message - if there is no special

message, we are open; 2) Watch 9NEWS, CBS4 and Fox 31 - our information will be scrolled across the bottom of the screen; 3) Check

the homepage NEWS on our website as we will post it - you must actually go into the website, not just look below the map if you Google

it; 4) Like us on Facebook and you will receive notices. We try to have these announcements in place by 7:00 AM, although please

understand that occasionally we have technology issues. Also, in the event of a delayed opening, please check our phone message before coming to the Center, just in case we have to close. Thank you for

understanding as we make decisions regarding your safety.

The Rec Center provides indoor courts for us for Pickleball, the fastest growing senior sport in the

U.S. We have round-robin games during these open times. There are some extra paddles if you just want to give it a try. You do need to sign-in

and pay at the Rec Center. Call Dan Mitchell 303-653-1639 with questions.

In honor of their service and Veteran’s Day, we are making a display of photographs of any veterans involved with the Senior Center - any

branch and any time served. Bring a photo, any size, framed or not, to Deb in the office who will scan it and return it to you. Please also

provide your name, rank and branch of service. Deadline to submit is November 9th. We will then put up the display on Veteran’s Day,

November 11th, in honor of each of your service.

CONTEST: Everyone who views the photos through Nov. 20th will have the opportunity to match the photos with a provided list of

names. The person matching the most names will win a prize. Photos will be up through Thanksgiving.

It’s fall and the holiday time of year, including my favorite, Thanksgiving. Our biggest fundraiser, the Craft Show, is nearing. The library contributes to this with our very large book sale. We generally have lots and lots of books, puzzles, games, greeting cards and tapes. Our area is usually a very happy and busy place, so please stop by and say hi.

I am sure you have seen some changes this fall in our library. We have been pulling books from our shelves to use in the Book Sale. Our library is a small one, but we get a lot of donations so we must continue to make room for the newer materials when they come. You may not find something you are looking for, but come back and look again as books rotate in and out all the time.

Donations are welcome at any time and we are always looking for large print books for our members who have trouble with their eyes.

Enjoy the Craft Show, the holidays and all the good food, and the feeling of magic that always arrives with them.

- Dee Thompson, Librarian

Volunteers at last year’s Book Sale

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This “Norman Rockwell Experience”

community event features carriage rides, hot

chocolate, non-profit booths, live

entertainment and, of course, Santa will be

present for photos and visits. Don’t forget to

enjoy the Rink at the Rock, an outdoor ice

skating rink. The highlight is the annual

lighting of the star on top of the Castle Rock.

The star atop Castle Rock has been lit to welcome

travelers each Christmas season since 1936. The star is 45

feet tall and lights up the night to be seen for miles. In the

midst of the Great Depression, in 1936, residents and

farmers were greatly suffering. Community leaders jumped

on Palmer Lake’s idea to build a star to offer hope, and the

owner of “The Rock” donated the land.

The star was designed by workers in the Works Progress

Administration and Civilian Conservation Corps groups (the

federal jobs programs of those days). The Town received

donations for the steel rods and local firemen carried them

up Castle Rock. Local businesses and townspeople donated

all labor and supplies.

In 1941, with all resources committed to winning World

War II, the electricity to power the star was a rationed

luxury, so it wasn’t lit. However, it beamed brightly on

August 14, 1945 in a converted “V” for U.S. Victory. The

star has been lit every Christmas season since.

It has now become such an iconic symbol that it has been

lit for serious historical moments like following the terrorist

attacks on September 11, 2001, and for moments of joy like

the Broncos Super Bowl victories. This year gaze upon the

Star of Castle Rock with hope and joy for the coming year.

(History compiled by Douglas County Libraries)

So many local businesses have partnered with our Center

over the last year, and the Board of Directors and staff thanks them all for their support. In addition, companies

and organizations advertise with our publishing company and appear in the Rockin’ Seniors Newsletter, allowing

for a Center cost-saving measure. We appreciate their

support of our organization. Please note that the Center does not endorse any of the products or services.

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“History of Castle Rock” 2016 calendars, published by Historic Douglas County, are available at the front desk for $5 each. It’s a great read & cause.

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1st Donna Ask, Rory Deignan, Linda

Jefferies, Pat Noble

2nd Neely Mehta, Peter Wells

3rd Janet Foster, Doris Rollins, Rosella Yuhl

4th Gregory Broeckelman, Henrietta

Carabelli, Helene Erhart, Dennis Finn

5th Susan Baker, Chris Ferguson

6th Michiko Chapdelaine, James Lee, Judy

Marker, Rich Smoski, Joanne Wendholt

7th Mary Ellsworth, Gordon Rollins, Brad

Smith, Errol Tompkins, Betty Wise

9th Darlene Fridell

10th Shirley Carnel, Bev Wells

11th Barbara Auty, Jim Bryant, Louella

Flatland, Helmi Pickens, Gail Russell,

Carolyn Thomas

12th Aurelia Arguello

13th Allene Hanam, Debby Justice, Sam Tihen

14th Carol Flippinger, Mike Golaboski, Jean

Keeney, Russell Lewis, Georgia Nazario

15th Ruthellen Riffe, David Spillman

16th Don Jones

18th Ann Giovanazzi, Sophia Thomas

19th Jean Allmer, Bill Bakemeyer, Harold Bowers

20th Judith Lind, Nathan McLain, Darold Seeley

21st Sue Essex, Robert Forsberg, Shirley

Nussbaumer, Cay Stender

22nd Vicki McDaniel

23rd Dennis DeBane, Ruby Hix, Maureen Holland

24th Sharon Ehrgott, Leon George

25th Patricia Caluori, Robert Dena, Dorothy

Muske

26th Karen Boivin, Phyllis Earle, Sandy

Guidry, Vicky Levin, Nadine Murphy

27th Garrett Axmacher, Jim Langer

28th Rodney Harrill, Rita Manning, Kay

Sanders, Judy Wilson,

29th Gloria Adkins, Pat Haugestuen, Rich Vap

30th Joanna Christensen, Carol Cupit, Casey

Walker

Charlotte Adair won the Dining to Donate

contest in September after eating at Pegasus. She

said she never wins anything, but she did and so

can you!!! Just participate in our monthly Dining

to Donate because someone is always chosen.

FLIGHT A - 1st Place

Jack Asbridge

Karen Asbridge

Jonathan Wells

David Peck

FLIGHT B - 1st Place

Randy Reed

Frank Micek

Dick Ransom

Steve Esterline

FLIGHT A - 2nd Place

Shawn Heard

Chris Latham

Corey Koch

Ron Zoroff

FLIGHT B - 2nd Place

Frank Shannon

Phyllis Tumey

Don Hanam

Closest to the Cow - Andy Robinson

Closest to Pin- (men) Joe Kissell (women) Leslie Thomas

Longest Drive - (men) Tom Miller (women) Cathy Mysliwiec

Closest to Line - Randy Reed

The 15th Annual Golf Tournament was held on September 10th at Red Hawk Ridge. Sixty-one players enjoyed a beautiful course, great weather, wonderful meals and many prizes.

Thanks to all who played and to the sponsors and donors who helped it be a success, just shy of our $10,000 goal. A special

thanks to our committee who work all year: Phyllis Tumey, Doris Rollins, Jim Weglarz and Jim Johnson. We also want to thank the volunteers who put in many hours both on and off the course: Fran Cason, Gary Clement, Becky Cossey, Jim Decker, Gene Gray, Darald Hoffman, Connie Johnson, Jim Johnson, Sharon Kissell, Tom Miller, Jim Osbourn, Ross

Sparks, Lynne Staebell, and Al Wonstolen.

What fun was had by all as the men

“Dressed Like a Lady” and played from the women’s tee on one hole. Gene Gray (left) conferring with Jim Weglarz, dressed like a lady himself and enticed the golfers to participate in this fun event.

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A WONDEROUS TRIP UP NORTH

By Marilyn Asbridge

On September 14th fourteen of us piled into the Castle Rock

Senior Center bus, excited and ready for our 3-day adventure up

near Grand Lake, Colorado. On the drive up we sure did see

inspiring views with mountains surrounding us with the golden

trees tucked in amongst the dark evergreens! We had lunch in

Grand Lake and then drove on to the Twin Pines Lodge, our home

for the next couple of days. This lovely log home sat on the edge of

a beautiful small lake, Sun Valley Lake, and was also large enough

to house all 16 of us – 11 lovely women and 5 understanding men.

Deb was in charge of the trip while her husband, Mark, and

friend Steve did all of the cooking. One couldn’t have asked for

more delicious meals, as well as snacks and drinks any time plus

wine for happy hour. Each meal was special with a gourmet menu

which they elegantly served us. We could enjoy our meals either

inside or out, although the rain sometimes interfered. Deb had this

event planned perfectly with everything thought through to the end,

except maybe forgetting paper napkins!

The rain never stopped us; we could gather around the warm fire

and visit to our hearts’ content. Day 2 brought a great surprise – a

cow moose and her young one grazing right outside the front deck!

What a treat! Later we took an hour boat ride tour of Grand Lake –

a beautiful lake surrounded by many lovely homes, although not

many occupied during the long winter. After a yummy dinner we

bussed into Rocky Mountain National Park to look for elk. We

weren’t disappointed; we saw many elk and heard the majestic bulls

bugling, as those of us without hearing aids heard out our windows

all night long. Back home we enjoyed a delicious dessert.

It was hard to leave this beautiful place on Day 3, but our trip

home was spectacular as well. Riding through Rocky Mountain

National Park over Trail Ridge Road was exciting, and stopping at

the Alpine Visitor Center was breathtaking – one felt on top of the

world. The famous Estes Park was a fun place to see, shop and

have lunch. Then back to Castle Rock where we arrived about 5:00

pm. I am sure that everyone went home a happy camper! A big

thank you to Mark Schoeberl for driving the many miles so

safely and patiently. Of course, another big thank you to Deb

Santy, Mark Santy and Steve Bender - a wonderful 3 days that

we could not have had without them!

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Thurs Nov 5 Senior Input Meeting - CR 2030 Plan 12:45 PM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Thurs Nov 5 Senior Art Class 2:00 PM $6 $12 N/A

Tues Nov 10 Casino Trip - Monarch in Blackhawk 8:30 AM $10 $16 N/A

Tues Nov 10 Disaster Preparedness Presentation 12:45 PM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Wed Nov 11 Lunch and Learn 11:30 AM $5 $11 $7/$13

Wed Nov 11 Polish Poker 1:15 PM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Thurs Nov 12 Slammers Brunch and Bingo 9:00 AM $8 $14 N/A

Thurs Nov 12 Medicare & You 2016 Presentation 1:00 PM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Thurs Nov 12 Out to Dinner - Pappadeaux Seafood 4:45 PM $6 $12 N/A

Sun Nov 15 Concert - Vienna Boys Choir 1:00 PM $41** $47** N/A

Mon Nov 16 Trip - Quincy Place Retirement 10:00 AM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Tues Nov 17 Trip - Polish Pottery Outlet 9:15 AM $7 $13 N/A

Tues Nov 17 Low Vision Support Group 1:00 PM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Wed Nov 18 RSVP Orientation Meeting 10:00 AM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Wed Nov 18 Thanksgiving Feast Potluck 12:15 AM $1 + dish $7 + dish N/A

Thurs Nov 19 Slammers Bingo 10:00 AM $8 $14 N/A

Thurs Nov 19 Senior Art Class 2:00 PM $6 $12 N/A

Fri Nov 20 Annual Meeting and Election 1:00 PM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Mon Nov 23 Out to Lunch - Sweet Tomatoes 11:00 AM $5 $11 N/A

Tues Nov 24 Monthly Newcomer Meet and Greet 10:30 AM No Activity Fee No Activity Fee N/A

Mon Nov 30 Shopping Trip - Park Meadows Mall 9:45 AM $5 $11 N/A

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