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1120 W. Ocean Ave. Lompoc, Ca 93436 (805) 875-8085 Senior Program Hours: Monday – Friday, 9AM – 3PM

Recreation Manager: Mario Guerrero, Jr. Recreation Coordinator: Sue Slavens

www.cityoflompoc.com/parks & rec (Newsletter on the internet)

for active older adults in the city of Lompoc

~~SSeenniioorr CCoonnnneeccttiioonn~~

September 2015

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RECURRING EVENTS EACH WEEK

SENIOR NUTRITION: Serving-Mon-Fri: 11:30AM TO 12:00 PM Our Pool Room, Computer in the

Library is always open….. September 2015

MONDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

American Cancer Society: 9:00AM-12:00PM, (call for appt.), room 118

A Back Program/ Living Without Pain: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 105/106

FIT 101:10:30AM-11:30AM, room 102-B

Dominos: 12:30PM-3:00PM, Lounge

HICAP Med: 1:00PM-3:00PM (call for appt.1-800-434-0222), room 118

TUESDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Strength Training: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 102-A

Fine & Applied Arts Painting: 9:00AM-12:00PM, room 105/106 (Register at 125 West Walnut Avenue) Dominos: 12:30PM-3:00PM, Lounge

Duplicate Bridge: 1:00PM-3:00 PM, room 107

Rag Rug & Misc. Handwork: 1:00PM-3:00PM, room 105/106

WEDNESDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

FIT 101:10:30AM-11:30AM, room 102-B

Yoga: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 105/106

Meditation: 10:30AM-11:30AM, room 105/106

Dominos: 12:30PM-3:00PM, Lounge

Tai Chi: 1:30PM-2:30PM, Multi-Purpose room

THURSDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

TOPS: Weigh in 8:00AM-8:55AM meeting 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 105/106

Strength Training: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 102-A

Grief Recovery Transition Group: 10:00AM-11:30 AM, room 118

Dominos: 12:30PM-3:00PM, Lounge

Duplicate Bridge: 1:00PM—3:00PM, room 107

FRIDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Dominos: 12:30PM-3:00PM, Lounge

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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS: DURING THE MONTH

(Note: programs are subject to cancellation)

September 2015

2nd Wed: Tea Leaves: 9:30AM-11:00AM, room 107

Brown Bag: 10:00AM-11:00AM, room 102 C & D

3rd Thurs: Blood Pressure Check: 9:30AM-12:00PM, Library

AARP Safe Driving: 12:00PM- 4:00PM, room105/106

Assisted Hospice-Bereavement Support Group: 1:00PM-3:00PM, room 108

4th Fri: AARP Safe Driving: 12:00PM- 4:00PM, room 105/106

8th Tue: Memoirs (How to Write Your): 11:00AM- 12:30PM, room 108

10th Thurs: Lompoc Mac Users Group: 10:00AM-11:00, room 107

14th Mon: Dignity Health Bereaved Support Group: 11:30AM-1:00PM, room 107

16th Wed: Tea Leaves: 9:30AM-11:00AM, room 107

Brown Bag: 10:00AM-11:00AM, room 102 C & D

24th Thurs: Lompoc Mac Users Group: 10:00AM-11:00AM, room 107

25th Fri: Food Food & Food: 9:00AM- Noon, room

Braille Institute: 9:30AM-11:30Am, room 102-C

Movie Matinee: 12:30PM-3:00PM, room 105 &106

28th Mon: Dignity Health Bereaved Support Group: 11:30AM-1:00PM, room 107

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MY CUP OF TEA, No.2

She got up slowly from her chair and moved across

the room as though the world stood still. She was

dressed in an ankle length skirt with a black long sleeved

slightly fitted top of some sort of silky material . . .

I looked a little closer, as I was in a position where I

could study her without being noticed. She walked

toward the counter and spoke in a deep but very feminine

voice to the counter person. I couldn’t hear her words, but

it only made me want to hear more. I was close enough to

see that her eyes were blue and her hair was a sorta brownish

auburn . . .kinda Irish looking. My mind raced ahead at a very

rapid pace and I tried to think of some way that I could

get to meet this young woman and I hoped desperately

that she wasn’t attached as she headed for the door, I

thought to myself that young lady is just, My Cup of Tea!

Barbara Arnold

Sept. 2015

Tea Leaves

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Yoga At the Dick DeWees Community Center

Wednesdays 9:00-10:00 AM

Join Martena of HunnyflyⓇ Yoga to learn:

❏ Exercises that improve strength and flexibility ❏ Pranayama (breathing) exercises to relieve anxiety and tension

❏ Moving meditations for mental focus ❏ Relaxation techniques for improved sleep

Martena has been teaching Hatha and Kundalini yoga for over 15 years. She has lived and taught yoga throughout India as well in the U.S.

Experience the physical and mental wellness a yoga practice offers. Wednesdays from at 9:00-10AM

Yoga with Martena of HunnyflyⓇ Yoga

Pre-register at Anderson Recreation Center! 3$ fee, per class

For more information, please call the Lompoc Recreation Division at (805) 875-8100 or register at 125 West Walnut Avenue

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Meditation Course

At the Dick DeWees Community Center Wednesdays

10:30-11:30AM

Martena has been teaching yoga and practicing meditation for over 15 years. She has studied and taught throughout India as well as the U.S. This meditation course will explore various meditation techniques that

improve mental and emotional clarity. If you already have an ongoing meditation practice, join us and deepen your practice. If you are new, join us and experience a meditation practice that will benefit your mind, body

and spirit.

This class is great if you are just learning about meditation or already have a practice.

❏ Learn to develop and maintain a meditation practice ❏ Explore different meditation styles or deepen an ongoing practice

❏ Learn how to cultivate compassion through self-awareness ❏ Find your inner joy by “turning-off” external interference

At the Dick DeWees Community Center

Wednesday’s

10:30-11:30AM $3 per class

For more information, please call the Lompoc Recreation Division at (805) 875-8100 Or register at 125 West Walnut Avenue

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Lompoc Valley Community Kitchen Serving Schedule

Food Distribution

Catholic Charities Food Pantry Monday-Friday from 10am-3:30pm 325 North 2nd Street 736-6226

Financial Resources Catholic Charities County Social Services 325 North 2nd Street 1100 West Laurel Ave 736-6226 737-7080

Housing Resources Marks house Bridge House 203 North N Street 2025 Sweeney Road 805-735-9980 805-737-9449 – on call 805-737-9443 - main

Sunday- 4pm: Trinity Church of the Nazarene (500 E. North Ave) Monday- 4pm: Lompoc Foursquare Church (125 North C St.) Tuesday- 5pm: St. Timothy’s (403 North J St.) Wednesday- 12pm: Bethany Lutheran Church (135 South E St.) Thursday- 5pm: First Baptist Church (220 West Cypress Ave) Friday- 5pm: La Purisima Parish Hall (213 West Olive Ave) 3rd Saturday of each month- 5pm: New Life Christian (816 North C St.)

Monday-Wednesday- 11am-1:30pm: New Hope Christian (213 North J St.) 1st & 3rd Thursday- 10am-12pm: Coast Valley SATC (125 North C St.)

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Law help ca, sub-topics for seniors! - Visit the web-site to find a variety of services for seniors near you.

Seniors

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Capacity Issues Nursing Homes and Medical Long Term Care Medicare Elder Abuse Pensions Predatory Lending Other Seniors Issues Will Drafting and Estate Planning Assisted Living and Residential Care Facilities Social Security Rights of Grandparents http://lawhelpca.org/

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Bereavement Support Group

Going through a loss on your own can be very difficult, but our caring team at Assisted Hospice Care is here to support you. Our trained counselors will help you to begin healing

From the wounds of a loss. All groups are conducted in a safe and supportive setting that allows you to go at your own pace in the grieving process.

Location and Time: Dick DeWees Community & Senior Center

1120 West Ocean Room 107

Lompoc 805-875-8085

The first Thursday of each month 1:00-3:00 pm

Attendance is free of charge and open to the Community.

If you need additional information contact, Robert Valerio MSW at 805-722-1181

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Homemaking Help for Seniors You may qualify for free help!

For more information, call

www.vnhcsb.org

Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, in partnership with the Area Agency on Aging, is currently able to offer homemaking help to qualified seniors.

Homemaking chores include vacuuming, dusting, mopping, laundry, cleaning the kitchen and bathroom, making beds, meal preparation and clean up.

Eligibility Requirements: • 60 years of age or older • Resident of Santa Barbara or Lompoc • Needs household help for medical reasons • Paying for help would be a financial hardship

For more information, call 690-6257 www.vnhcsb.org

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Ayuda en casa para Adultos Mayores Usted podría calificar para ayuda gratuita

Visting Nurse & Hospice Care, en sociedad con “The Area Agency on Aging”, tiene la oportunidad de brindar ayuda en casa para Adultos Mayores que califiquen.

Las tareas de la personas que ayudan en casa incluyen; aspirar, sacudir, trapear, lavar, limpiar la cocina y el baño. Hacer las camas y preparación de alimentos.

Para mas información, llámenos al 690-6257

www.vnhcsb.org

Requerimientos para ser elegible: • 60 años de edad o mayor • Vivir en Santa Barbara o Lompoc • Necesidad de ayuda en casa por razones medicas

• Pagar por ayuda en casa podría afectar su economía

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SENIOR PROGRAMS 2015

Programs are FREE for participants 50 years of age and older, unless otherwise indicated. The Lompoc Parks & Recreation reserves the right to cancel or change class locations and/or times due to low participation, or unexpected circumstances. If you should have any questions regarding the current programming for seniors, please contact us at (805) 875-8085. All senior programs are held at the Dick DeWees Community & Senior Center (DDCSC) located at 1120 West Ocean Avenue.

AARP – SAFE DRIVING PROGRAM

If you are a senior and need Driving Safety and Defensive Driving Tips, The American Association for Retired Persons has a program for you. There is a $15 fee for AARP members and a $20 fee for non-members for the workbook. (805) 875-8085

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

Stop by for information on local FREE services for cancer patients, cancer prevention and early detection. Special events include the Daffodil Days Campaign and Relay for Life. Sign up as a volunteer driver or find out how YOU can support the fight against cancer. Or, make an appointment. (805) 736-2610

ASSISTED HOSPICE-BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

Going through a loss on your own can be very difficult, but our caring team at Assisted Hospice Care is here to support you. Our trained counselors will help you to begin healing from the wounds of a loss. All groups are conducted in a safe and supportive setting

that allows you to go at your own pace in the grieving process. Meets first Thursday of each month. Contact Robert Valerio (805) 722-1181

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS Lompoc Valley Volunteer Nurses will be giving free blood pressure checks to keep you updated on the status of your blood pressure. Stay healthy and monitor your blood pressure with this free service! Facilitator: Lompoc Valley Nurses.

BRAILLE INSTITUTE

The Braille Institute will be available the fourth Friday of the month to do low-cost vision care. To schedule an appointment, please call 682-6222. Instructor: Braille Institute Staff

RAILLE, LOW VISION CLASS -NEW This class is for our Spanish speaking patrons who are suffering from low vision which cannot be corrected with glasses. Presented by the Braille Institute of America.

BROWN BAG PROGRAM

The mission of the Brown Bag Program is to provide bags of groceries to low-income seniors as a supplement to their own food budget and to assist seniors with maintaining an independent, self-sufficient lifestyle. To apply, please stop by and pick up an application.

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CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

All cancer survivors (newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, in remission or cured) are invited to attend the monthly Cancer Support Group, hosted by Joyce Morey. The group meets on the first Thursday of each month and provides a social setting to interact and share experiences with other Cancer survivors. (805) 875-8085

DIGNITY HEALTH-BEREAVED SUPPORT GROUP Working through grief is not an easy task. Many times, we think it would be best to just keep busy and not think about our loss, but in reality, the only way to work through our grief is to allow ourselves to hurt and feel the pain of our loss. Join us in the Newly Bereaved Support Group where you can find the support you need to help you work through your grief in a healthy way. Every Second and Fourth Monday of each month.

DOMINOS

Drop in and have some fun! Join others after lunch in a few games of Dominos. Have a good social time and experience the enjoyment of playing Dominos and an opportunity to catch up on the latest news.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

If you have played party bridge or duplicate bridge before, or if you have been away from the game for a while, or if you want to hone your duplicate playing and convention skills, come and join us!

FINE & APPLIED ARTS PAINTING

This class offers beginning to advanced instruction in acrylic painting, using oil techniques, experimenting with a palette knife in color mixing, composition, values and techniques. Demonstration and lively class critique with valuable discussion are a vital part of each session. (Register at the Anderson Recreation Center) FIT INDIVIDUALIZED TRAINING: FIT 101

This is an Arthritis based exercise program, SPONSORED BY Carnahan Therapy, to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Exercises are performed while sitting. Come join the fun!

GAMES: In the Lounge The Senior Lounge has games available for your use at anytime. Feel free to stop in and play Scrabble, Monopoly, Yahtzee, Cards and Dominos.

GRIEF RECOVERY TRANSITION GROUP

This transition group is for those who have moved beyond grief, but still find the need to get together and talk about their loss and to be with each other for social and emotional support. Feel free to join our group.

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HICAP ASSISTANCE

Assistance to Medicare beneficiaries for understanding their coverage, HMO'S and medical insurance. HICAP also assists with billing problems and appeals. Please call 1-800-434-0222 for appointments.

LOMPOC MAC USERS GROUP

LMUG meets 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month to answer your questions about today’s new technology. Come and learn about your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

LOOK GOOD. . . FEEL BETTER

Look Good/Feel Better is a program that teaches beauty techniques to women in active cancer treatment to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of treatment. To register, call 1-800-227-2345.

MEDITATION- Marsha Rosenblum

Learn to develop and maintain a mediation practice. Explore different mediation styles or deepen an ongoing practice. Learn how to cultivate compassion through self-awareness and find your inner joy by “turning-off’ external inference. There is a $3 pre-registration fee per class. Register at the Anderson Recreation Center, 125 W. Walnut Ave., Lompoc 875-8100

MEMOIRS (How to write your)

Learn at this workshop how to answer the question, “How can I pass on my legacy?” with Patsy Bellah The workshop will be lively and interactive as you learn all the different ways you can preserve your legacy for future generations. There will be classroom demonstrations, exercises, questions and open discussion.

MOVIE MATINEE

If you don't go to the movies or own a VCR or DVD player, this is your chance to watch current movies! Join us for a fun afternoon enjoying a movie and some delicious popcorn on the last Friday of the month.

Rag Rug

Participants can bring their own projects to work on and share ideas with others in the group. Class will be working on, but not limited to: knitting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery, and cross-stitch. This class is for seniors 50 and older.

STRENGTH TRAINING CLASS

Come and join a free Strength Training Class. Increase balance, coordination, and flexibility while having FUN. This class uses sitting and standing positions only to aid in a gentle approach to wellness. Terri, the instructor, makes this class fun and enjoyable.

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TAI CHI FOR SENIORS

Instructor Yuka Freeman presents a gentle way to fight stress and increase flexibility and balance.

THE TEA LEAVES

Tea Leaves is a local group of women writers who meet the first & third Wednesdays of the month. Their group of 12 members conducts writing exercises and presents readings of their writings which can include prose or poetry and fiction or non-fiction for constructive critique. New guests are encouraged to attend three sessions to see if it is a good fit for them. To sign up for the group, please call: 875-8085

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

Do you want to lose or maintain your weight? Then TOPS is for you. A World Wide organization with a local chapter, designed to help people lose weight through healthy eating, activities, and the support of fellow members. Our mission is to support our members as they Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Come join our weekly club and lose. Our leader is Kathleen Remington, and we meet every Thursday morning. Please call Kathleen at 736-1489 for more information.

YOGA

Our lives are so much happier with less pain getting in the way. Balance, strength and energy levels improve and we feel more confident and experience a greater sense of well-being in all areas of our life. Beginning with a gentle, therapeutic head to- toe warmup.. relaxation, yoga inspired stretches, breathing....moving into very subtle core strengthening starting with the pelvic floor and moving slowly outward, this series of exercises are designed specifically to reduce back and hip pain . With easily understood instruction in a friendly, non-intimidating atmosphere, this class is safe and effective for any kind of wear n’ tear syndrome, including Arthritis. Give it a try! This class is designed for seniors but must be able to get up and down from the floor. Please bring a soft blanket or mat to lie on. $3 per class register at 125 West Walnut Avenue (805) 875-8100

A BACK PROGRAM/ LIVING WITHOUT PAIN

Our lives are so much happier with less pain getting in the way. Balance, strength and energy levels improve and we feel more confident and experience a greater sense of well-being in all areas of our life. Beginning with a gentle, therapeutic head to- toe warmup.. relaxation, yoga inspired stretches, breathing....moving into very subtle core strengthening starting with the pelvic floor and moving slowly outward, this series of exercises are designed specifically to reduce back and hip pain . With easily understood instruction in a friendly, non-intimidating atmosphere, this class is safe and effective for any kind of wear n’ tear syndrome, including Arthritis. Give it a try! This class is designed for seniors but must be able to get up and down from the floor. Please bring a soft blanket or mat to lie on.

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TELEPHONE DIRECTORY

(805) Area Code: unless otherwise stated

AARP Tax Aide Program (888) 227-7669

Adult Protective Services 737-6020

Alzheimer’s Association 636-6432

Area Agency on Aging 925-9554

Brown Bag 967-5741, x102

CAC Senior Nutrition Program 310-1557

Central Coast - Senior Connection 928-2552

Community Kitchen 736-4882

Community Health Center 737-1169

Family Services Agency 735-4376

Food Pantry 737-4140

HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling) 928-5663

Meals on Wheels 736-3257

Community Partners In Caring 737-1976 +62yr

Legal Aid 736-6582 Lompoc Hospital E. R. 737-3333 Lompoc Library 875-8775 Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare 740-0355 Lifeline (24-hour home emergency response) 737-3307 Marion Hospice Care 739-3803, x1136 Marion Senior Homecare 739-3830 Meals on Wheels 736-3257 Post Office (800) 275-8777 Senior Programs (Dick DeWees Community & Senior Center) 875-8085 Social Security Administration 934-2793 Social Services, Department of 737-7080 Vial of Life (800) 510-2020

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Transportation Phone Numbers

Smooth 922-8476 Amtrak (800) 872-7245 Breeze (Bus to-from Santa Maria, VAFB & Lompoc) (800) 417-2137 Central Coast Shuttle (Bus to-from LAX) 928-1977 C.O.L.T. (City of Lompoc Transit) 736-7666 Greyhound Bus 925-8841 Lompoc Taxi 736-3636 Santa Barbara Airport 681-4803 Santa Maria Airport 922-1726 Community Partners In Caring 737-1976

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805-736-7666 Monday- Friday

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o 12:33 pm o 1:23 o 2:08 o 2:58 o 3:48 o 4:33 o 5:18 o 6:13

Colt Black Route

Colt Bus Service

310-1557

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday1-Sep 2-Sep 3-Sep 4-Sep

TURKEY BURGER CARNITAS BAKE PARMES FISH MEAT LASAGNAWW BUN WW TORTILLA SACANDINA VEGGIES ITALIAN VEGGIES

BURGER SIDES PINTO BEANS WW DINNER ROLL/PROMISEWW DINNER ROLL/PROMISEBROCCOLI ZUCCHINI TARTAR SAUCE ORANGE

LT.MAYO/BANANA APPLESAUCE ORANGE (Sodium1602mg.)MILK MILK MILK MILK

7-Sep 8-Sep 9-Sep 10-Sep 11-SepROSEMARY CHICKEN PORK LOIN BEEF STEW CHICKEN CORDON BLEU

LIMA BEANS SWEET POTATO BROCCOLI MASHED POTATOES/GRAVYHOLIDAY GREEN BEANS BRUSSELL SPROUTS CORNBREAD/PROMISE CARROTS

WW DINNER ROLL/PROMISE WG BISCUIT/PROMISE APPLE WW DINNER ROLL/PROMISEORANGE BANANA (Sodium940mg.) FRUIT MIX

FALL HARVEST PARTYMILK MILK MILK MILK

14-Sep 15-Sep 16-Sep 17-Sep 18-SepCHICKEN FIDEO MACARONI & BEEF/TURKEY CHICKEN FAJITA SPAGHETTI CHICKEN POZOLE

COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION NUTRITION SERVICES PROGRAM

September Adult Lunch Menu

CHICKEN FIDEO MACARONI & BEEF/TURKEY CHICKEN FAJITA SPAGHETTI CHICKEN POZOLESPINACH CAULIFLOWER WW TORTILLA MEAT SAUCE POZOLE MIX

SLICED CARROTS PEAS FAJITA BLEND VEGETABLE ITALIAN VEGETABLES PINTO BEANSORANGE BANANA APPLESAUCE BROCCOLI WW TORTILLA

APPLE BANANA(sodium974mg)

MILK MILK MILK MILK MILK21-Sep 22-Sep 23-Sep 24-Sep 25-Sep

SAN FRAN CHICKEN BEEF STIR-FRY TURKEY STROGANOFF HAWAIIAN CHICKEN MEATLOAFSAN FRAN VEGETABLES STIR-FRY VEGETABLES BROCCOLI/LOWFAT CHEESE RICE PILAF

WW DINNER ROLL/PROMIS WG BISCUIT/PROMISE YELLOW SQUASH SLICED CARROTS CAL BLEND VEGGIES(1CUP)ORANGE BANANA WW DINNER ROLL/PROMISE GREEN SALAD APPLESAUCE

APPLESAUCE APPLE WW DINNER ROLL/PROMISE

MILK MILK MILK MILK MILK28-Sep 29-Sep 30-Sep

BBQ CHICKEN BEEF TACOS TURKEY/GRAVYSWEET POTATO/PROMISE PINTO BEANS MASHED POTATOES/GRAVY

GREEN BEANS BROCCOLI BROCCOLIWW DINNER ROLL/PROMIS WW TORTILLA WW DINNER ROLL/PROMISE

ORANGE BANANA APPLESAUCE

MILK MILK MILK

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