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Oswego Senior Center Newsletter

Volume 10, Issue 3 March 2018 Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

156 E. Washington

Oswego, IL 60543-9585

630-554-5602

Fax 630-554-7365 www.oswegoseniorcenter.org

Executive Director:

Sandy Pastore, MSW [email protected]

Center Manager:

Kelly Woodward [email protected]

Meal Program Manager:

Billie Mateer-Small M. Ed

[email protected]

Special Events & Outreach Coordinator:

Ruth Mattson [email protected]

Activities Coordinator: Kelly Woodward [email protected]

Health & Wellness Coordinator: Marc McGowan, MSW [email protected]

Receptionist: Rhonda Jaras [email protected]

MISSION STATEMENT

OSWEGOLAND SENIORS INC. To promote the general wellbeing

of the Oswegoland Senior Community

by honoring and serving our Seniors

while providing an environment that

improves quality of life and extends

independent living.

Oswego Senior Center is a 501(c)3

non-profit organization and

donations are tax deductible to the

extent allowed by law.

OSC Upcoming Events Calendar Fridays, March 2—March 23, 1-2:30pm: Healthy Habits: Easy & Sustainable

Lifestyle Changes—6 week class on Fridays Presented by University of Illinois Ext. and Rush Copley

Monday, March 5, 10am: Garage Sale Volunteer Planning Meeting

Friday, March 16, 10-12pm: International Cooking Class—Join us in making

Boxty Reuben! $5—Spaces limited.

Tuesday, March 20, 11-1pm: Caregivers Education –The 4 D’s: Depression, Drugs, Delirium and Dementia—Presented by Chris Crank

Tuesday, March 20, 10:15am: Medicare Discussions—Affording Medicare

Presented by Sandy Pastore

Wednesday, March 21, 9-10:30am: Dr. Notes: Knee Braces As an Alternative for Surgery—Presented by Dr. Tara Worron D.C., Midwest Healthcare &

Physical Medicine. Lite breakfast provided by Hillside Rehab & Care

Thursday, March 22,10am-11am: Polka Party! Join us for congregate lunch and enjoy great polka music and lots more fun! RSVP required by March 21 at 10am.

Tuesday, March 27, 10 -11:30am: Financial Education Series: Annuities -Presented by: David Erickson, Edward Jones & Brian LeClercq, LeClercq Financial Services

Tuesday, March 27,10am-11am: Grands Raising Grands: Cultivating Good Self Esteem Presented by Marc McGowan

Funds from these events support the programs & classes at the OSC. For more info on programs, classes & activities visit

www.oswegoseniorcenter.org or https://www.facebook.com/oswegoseniorcenter

Travel: Looking to get away? Get away for the day or longer—we have lots of great trips planned for 2018!

See pages 14—16

mailto:[email protected]



Funding made possible by grants from:

Northeastern Illinois Agency on Aging, The Village of Oswego, Kendall County, & Oswego Township .

Notary Service Available at OSC A notary public is available Mondays by appointment. Bring proper ID for any documents that need notarization. See Kelly Woodward.

SHIP/Senior Health Insurance Program Free Medicare counseling to help you identify plans and deal with issues regarding Medicare and all its Parts. Appointment Highly Advised: Mon, 9-11am (Dick Mettel); Thurs, 10am-12pm (Penny VanCleve) or By Appointment ONLY (Sandra Pastore) or call (630) 554-5602 for appointment or info.

Senior Services Associates For case management services, contact Senior Services in Yorkville at 630-553-5777 to set up an appointment.

Veterans Assistance Commission Veterans Assistance Commission representatives are available to assist you. Call them at 630-553-8355 to make an appointment or for more info.

Kendall County Home Delivered Meals Volunteer Drivers needed! Call 630-553-2316 to apply.

Medical Equipment Closet Medical equipment items to be checked out as needed and returned, please, for the next person. See Kelly to borrow or return equipment: 630-554-5602.

Want to Volunteer? OSC offers many opportunities! To volunteer please stop in to see us or call us at 630-554-5602.

Prairie State Legal Services Call 630-232-9415 to see if you are eligible for No Charge legal services for seniors with low income or limited assets

Lending Library Curl up with a good book! Check out our lending library. We have a variety of great books just waiting to be read.

Bridgeview Bank Hillside Rehab & Care Law ElderLaw The Grove of Fox

Valley Alden of Waterford Asbury Gardens, Symphony @ The

Tillers American House-

Cedar Lake Harbor Chase of

Plainfield Heritage Woods of

Yorkville Panera Bread Rush Copley Medical

Center David Erickson of

Edward Jones Keith Bielema, KC

Health Dept.—Caregiver Support

Brian LeClercq of LeClercq Financial Services

Jennings Terrace Laura Barr of Univ. of IL

Extension Mike Adolph, History

through Biographies Gillian Enriquez,

Language Class Michelle Mattson, Art

Instructor Dept. Wayne Dial,

Kendall County Sherriff Closet Box Angels Grace Hospice Heritage Woods of

Plainfield Dr. Eric McKeever,

Connect Hearing Upper Crust Catering Legacy Law Valley View Dental Dr. Lindsey

Wienckowski, Impact Rehab

OSC’s Supporters...

...the Foundation for Our Success

In Memoriam: Donna Paulos

We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to all family and friends.

The Oswego Senior Center invites you

SMALL BITES: CULINARY EXPO

Stop in Hungry • Delight Your Palate and Mind •

Leave Full

Culinary Shops & Vendors • Chefs • Demos • Smoothies

Date: April 3, 2018 Time: 11am – 1pm Location: OSC, 156 E. Washington St., Oswego Updates: oswegoseniorcenter.org

Small Bites: Culinary Expo brings together local gourmet culinary shops and vendors,

chefs from local senior living residences and educational demos!

4 Oswego Senior Center Newsletter March 2018

Director’s Letter

Over this next month OSC will be engaging in Strategic Planning. Kristie Vest of Oswegoland Park District is lending her expertise to help us navigate this initiative. We will have surveys available the middle two weeks of March at the center and by email to gather your input. We will then host a few varied-time focus groups at the senior center, on Saturday, April 7th at 10am, Wednesday, April 11 at 10am, and Thursday, April 12 at 6:30pm, please join us for one of these. Matter of Balance will start again on April 9-May 3, this is a great class that engages in exercise and tackles some of our fears of falling in order to improve quality of life. Everyone who has taken this class in the past loves the results! I still have people telling me that they have continued their exercises and are doing better and feeling more confident than before they took the class. We are offering Memory Screens on the 2nd Wednesday of each month by appointment. Did you know that memory loss is not a “normal” part of aging, so if you find that you are forgetting things more than you used to, then please make an appointment for a screen. As you may know, sometimes all you can depend on in life is change. In that vein, we have had a few staff changes, Kelly Woodward will be the Activity Coordinator. So, if you are looking for trips and travel and other activities, she is your go-to person. We are in the process of looking for a new Center Manager and we have a new receptionist, Rhonda Jaras, starting March 5th! Please stop by and say hello when you are at the Center. Looking forward to seeing you here! Sincerely, Sandy Pastore, MSW

2018 Special Events

• Tuesday, April 3: Culinary Bites – Cultural

Fusion

• Wednesday, April 11: Independent Living

& Health Fair

• Friday, April 27: Supper Club Soirée

• Wednesday, May 2: Scam Awareness

• Tuesday, May 8: Ladies Luncheon

• Friday, June 8: AISC Cross State Local Trivia

• Tuesday, June 19: AARP Driving Class

• Wednesday, August 1: Talent Show

• Saturday, September 15: Car Show &

Pancake Breakfast

• Tuesday, October 2: Medicare forum

• Friday, November 2: Masquerade Ball

Benefit Gala

• Saturday, November 17: Holiday Art &

Craft Fair

• Friday, December 28: New Year’s Lunch

See something interesting, want more info?

Or do you want to help? Contact:

[email protected]

Dates may be subject to change

March 2018 Oswego Senior Center Newsletter 5

Caregiver Education Series: The 4 D’s: Depression, Drugs, Delirium and Dementia

Tuesday, March 20th 11am-1pm

There are many things that can cause memory

concerns, not just dementia. Learn how depression and

delirium can mimic dementia and learn about the drugs

that help treat depression and different forms of

dementia.

Presented by: Chris Crank

Sponsored by Rush Copley Medical Center

Please RSVP, 630-554-5602.

Medicare Discussions: Affording Medicare

Tuesday, March 20, 10:15am

Understanding Medicare can be an overwhelming

endeavor. This seminar will focus on Medicare basics

and will answer questions from participants.

Need more help, please make an appointment with a

SHIP counselor. To RSVP or make an individual

appointment call 630-554-5602.

Healthy Habits: Easy & Sustainable Lifestyle Changes

Fridays, March 2—March 23 1—2:30pm

Are you ready to make lifestyle changes to improve your health and energy? Please join us for Healthy Habits, a 6-week class, topics include: Finding the Track in Order to Get on Track, Getting Psyched Up for Success, Staying Out of Trouble at the Grocery Store, Digging Down in Nutrition, Taste the Good Stuff that is Good for You, and finishing with Keep it Going This program is in partnership with the University of IL Extension and Rush Copley Medical Center.

Please RSVP, 630-554-5602.

Educational Programs: March 2018

Financial Education Series: Annuities

Tuesday, March 27, 10am—11:30am

Come and learn all about the tools you need to succeed in the Financial Arena for today & tomorrow.

Location: OSC Computer Lab

Presented by: David Erickson, Edward Jones Brian LeClercq, LeClercq Financial Services

Dr. Notes:

Wednesday, March 21, 9-10:30am

Suffering from knee pain? Thinking of going through invasive knee surgery? There may

be other options! Come and learn about the new technology being used in braces and

other supports and see how they can benefit you.

Presented by: Dr. Tara Worron D.C., Midwest Healthcare & Physical Medicine Sponsored by: Hillside Rehab & Care


History through Biographies Wednesdays

10:15am-11:30am Meets in the Game Room

Mike Adolph, a retired History teacher, moderates lively discussion as participants explore history by presenting biographies they’ve chosen from a list of over 200 Americans - such as Teddy Roosevelt to Gary Kildall to Calamity Jane to Jim Thorpe to Phyllis Wheat-ley (or members select their own choice).

Caregiver Support Group

Friday, March 23rd, 10-11am

Many times we find ourselves in caregiver roles. Finding support among peers is a great opportunity to find resources and camaraderie in what can be a difficult life experience. Presented by: Keith Bielema, KC Health Dept

Please RSVP, 630-554-5602.

Technology: Computer Classes All computer related sessions/classes are 1pm-2:30pm on designated dates.

Computer Labs: individual computer help

March 1, 6, 8, 15, 20, 22, 29 - by appointment

Computer Classes/ Open Lab:

March 13—Learn about Windows 10 and all the new updates.

March 27– Start doing genealogy research using My Heritage free software.

Mobile Device Lab: individual help with your Cell or Smart phone and Tablets/IPads

Tuesdays from 2-3pm by appointment

To sign up for classes or register for individual help, call Rhonda at 630-554-5602.

Grands Raising Grands: Cultivating Good Self Esteem

Tuesday, March 27th, 10—11am

Sometimes grandparents find themselves with the responsibility of raising their grandchildren. Sometimes the grandchildren are experiencing legal issues of their own that require navigation and understanding. Marc McGowan, MSW will discuss experiences tweens and teens may be having like, drugs, gangs, cyber related issues that may have legal consequences. He will discuss how to recognize them and how and when to connect to available resources for help.

Next Session: Marital Strain April 24th, 2018, 6:30—7:30pm Please RSVP at 630-554-5602

Hands-on Cooking Class

International Cooking Friday, March 16, 10am-12pm

Boxty Reuben

We are heading to Ireland this month for our hands-on international cooking class!

Cooking classes are held in OSC’s kitchen - $5/person, please RSVP and pay in advance to reserve your spot as space is limited to 10 people per program. All funds received are non refundable if participant cancels.

Must have a minimum of 4 people.

Please RSVP, 630-554-5602.


Chair Exercises:

● Monday 9am ● Thursday 9am

Line Dancing with Mary Love: ● Fridays, 9:30 -10.30am

$1 Instructors Fee Whether you are a novice or a pro, Mary will have you dancing and smiling!

FEE SCHEDULE for Gentle Yoga & Tai Chi as follows - One-day class & monthly

passes can also be purchased at reception:

● $3 class ● $15/month pass for Yoga ● $15/month pass for Tai Chi ● $25/month for both classes

Gentle Yoga, Neeta Mohanty, Instructor:

● Tuesdays: 11:00-12:00 ● Fridays: 11:30-12:30

Tai Chi, Kristi Niedzwiecki,

Instructor: ● Wednesdays: 12:30-1:15 ● Fridays: 10:30-11:15

Heart & Bones Fitness—Joni Grant, Instructor

Cardio, Resistance & Strength Training

● Mondays: 3:15-4:00 ● Tuesdays: 10:00-10:45 ● Wednesdays: 9-9:45 ● Thursdays: 3:00-3:45 ● Fridays: 9-9:45

On-Going Weekly Exercise

M a t t e r o f B a l a n c e

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Who should attend? • anyone concerned about falls • anyone interested in improving balance,

flexibility and strength • anyone who has fallen in the past • anyone who has restricted activities

because of falling concerns During 8 two-hour classes participants learn to: • exercise to increase strength and balance • view falls as controllable • set goals for increasing activity • make changes to reduce fall risks at home

Call 630-554-5602 to register.

This workshop is offered as a partnership between Oswego Senior Center and the Northeastern Illi-nois Area Agency on Aging.


Wednesday Lunch & Movies at OSC

To Sir With Love

March 14th, 1pm

Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier teaches London’s team to cool it and call him Sir!

The Needle Bee FREE every Wednesday:

9am-11:30am in the Computer Lab

For the beginner or experienced.

Kandy Keeling or other group members will help you along as needed. Bring your own materials.

Creative Classes, Crafts, & Interest

Ceramics Tuesday & Thursday: 9-1

All are welcome to join our class. We have many pieces to work on, a large selection of greenware and our own kiln. Suggested class donation: $1 plus cost of piece. For information call 630-554-5602 .

Woodwork Shop - Open To All! Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 11:00am

The Oswego Senior Center woodshop is a do-it-yourself workshop and any adult can join our community to access a variety of woodworking tools and equipment. Whether you're new to woodworking, don't have the space or equipment at home, or would like to create or finish a home project, our patient and talented volunteers are here to help you with your project. The woodshop is generally open every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:00am-3:00pm, but if wood shop users are going to arrive after 1, please call ahead to make sure a woodshop volunteer will be available. For more information, please contact 630-554-5602.

OAK/Oswego Area Karvers Meets Every Monday, 1-4pm

The OAK meet at the Oswego Senior Center. Experienced & novice carvers are welcome as well as interested beginners.

Call the Oswego Senior Center at 630-554-5602 or Mike Noland at 630-730-3490 for more information.

Project Linus Blankets Now Meets Twice Per Month!

When: Tuesdays, March 6 & 20 10:00 –11:30 am Where: Dining Room

Project Linus is an organization that hand makes blankets for critically ill children. Come join us in a good cause!


Bridge

● Men's Bridge: Every Monday, 9am-Noon

● Ladies Bridge: Every Monday, 1-3pm

● Mixed Bridge: Every Thursday, 9am-Noon

Activities & Recreation

Tuesday Games Tuesdays at 12:30pm in the Game Room

Mahjong ● Weekly, every Tuesday.

Join us every Tuesday for Mahjong at 12:30; don't know how to play. We will teach you; need more players; bring a friend!

Scrabble ● 3rd Tuesday each month.

Pinochle

● Weekly, every Tuesday.

Pinochle games at 1 pm; need more players, join us and bring a friend.

Cribbage & Mexican Train


Join us and bring a friend! Not sure how to play? We will make sure you learn!

Chess Club


Join us and bring a friend! Not sure how to play? We will make sure you learn!

Bags! Call it Bags or Cornhole, join us, men and women, on Mondays & Thursdays, 10:30 am until Noon - Seeking more players; easy to play, great fun and good exercise - call for more information, 630-554-5602.

Senior Singers: Starts up March 16!

New members always welcome.

If you enjoy singing, this is your opportunity to join, and entertain at Senior Residences and Nursing Homes. This is an opportunity to give back to your community. For more information, please come to see what we are all about.

Bean Bag Baseball: Wednesdays at 2pm:

March 7th—Heritage Woods @ OSC March 14th—OSC @ Beecher March 21st — OSC @ American House/

Cedarlake March 28th—Diamond @ OSC

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW PLAYERS FOR THE OSC TEAM “OLD BAGS, NEW TRICKS!”

Get in on the action! Join our team, “Oswego Senior Center’s Old Bags, New Tricks” or make your own team and join our league! See or call Marc 630-554-5602 for information.

Writing Group

Thursday, March 22 1:30 to 3pm Group meets regularly the 4th Thursday of each month in the game room. Call 630-554-5602 to sign up.


Lunch Bunch II March 16th, 1pm Join us at Jennings Terrace for a free chef-prepared lunch, games, prizes, & a tour! Please RSVP, 630-554-5602 by 3/9

275 S. LaSalle Street, Aurora 60505

Dining Out

Dinner Club

Join the Dinner Club. Meet up each month at the restaurant at 4:30 pm.

March 2nd Riverview—Rte 25—

Montgomery

April 6th Millhurst—Yorkville

May 4th East China Inn—Montgomery Rd.

Volunteer Opportunities The Oswego Senior Center has multiple opportunities for volunteerism, for all ages, individuals and groups throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Ruth Mattson for a volunteer application and interview, 630-554-5602 or email [email protected]. Current positions available:

Kitchen Volunteers – Help us prep food, drinks, and snacks, serve food and/or clean-up. Volunteers must be able to work with others in a fast-paced environment and must complete a food sanitation class provided by Oswego Senior Center. Lunch (Mondays/Wednesdays/Thursdays, 9-11:30am/11:30am-2pm) Time commitment: Once a week, 2.5 hours Volunteer Age: 14+

Volunteer Bus Driver – Drive our 12 passenger bus to pick up participants for our lunch program, go shopping or go on day trips. Drivers need to competent, friendly, and at ease with driving on the highway and in the city. Volunteers will need to go through a training program prior to driving the bus. Time commitment: 3 hours/week (lunch program Monday or Thursday); or 4 hours/week (Wednesday Shopping); or up to 8/hours- (day trip- Fridays) Volunteer Age: 30+

Special Events Help:

Culinary Expo—Tuesday, April 3 Setup, cleanup.

Garage Sale—June 9, and June 11 thru 16—help us sort and price items.

Kids Younger than 14—Make crafts or cards at home and drop off at the senior

Ask a Cop

Wednesday, March 28th

11:15am-12:15pm

Join us in the dining room for an hour long Q & A session with Deputy Wayne Dial.

Police officers make all of our lives a little easier, not just because of the job that they do, but also because of the knowledge that they possess.



Music Maestro, Please!

Sandra Armbrust (Piano): Mar 5th & 19th Bill Sobczak (Piano): Mar 1st & 15th

Meals for a Healthy Heart Tuesday, May 22, 2018

10:00-1:00 pm

Meals for a Healthy Heart Receive recipes Watch cooking demonstrations Cook and taste foods that meet heart

health dietary guidelines Learn about proper diet and exercise to

better care for their health

Space is limited - enroll now 630-554-5602

Martial Arts Tuesdays at 9:30am

Come practice time-tested self protection techniques and strategies that will strengthen your balance and motor skills, while also increasing your energy. You will also learn some Japanese terminology and martial art history along the way. OSC’s own Marc McGowan has been training for the past 26 years and has earned his 4th degree black belt and is currently working towards his 5th degree. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Please RSVP at 630-554-5602

Memory loss can take on different forms. From the misplacing of your belongings to forgetting to eat or forgetting to complete other activities of independent living such as paying bills. And while it is a common concern for many older adults, memory loss is NOT considered to be a part of normal aging. There are many known causes, ranging from Alzheimer’s to depression to vitamin and nutrition deficiencies. So if you or your loved one is having memory concerns, please make an appointment for a free memory screening, with OSC’s Executive Director Sandy Pastore, MSW. It only takes 15 minutes and can indicate if you might benefit from a more comprehensive evaluation. *It is not used to diagnose illness and should not be used in place of physical consultation.

Free Memory Screens 2nd Wednesday of Every month

By Appointment: 9:30-11


The annual garage sale is a major fundraiser for the Oswego Senior Center. Funds raised help provide meal programs, health education, fitness programs, recreation, social services and transportation at OSC.

We are in the planning stages of this year’s garage sale which will be held in the gymnasium at OSC on June 14th thru 16th.

The entire sale—from accepting donations, the sale itself and cleanup—will be within a 9 day timeframe. We are in need of team leaders & miscellaneous volunteers. Initial meeting is set for March 5 at 10am in the dining room at the senior cen-ter. Anyone interested in volunteering for the garage sale is welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Pam Stitt in the gift shop or at (919) 358-7334, or Ruth Mattson at (630) 554-5602 for details!

Donations will be accepted June 9th, and June 11th through 13th. Garage sale is June 14th through 16th.

Save the dates!!

Spring is just around the corner and along with that comes Spring Cleaning. Please keep your Oswego Senior Center Gift Shop in mind for any items you are able to donate. Most gently used items are appreciated. Please contact Pam at the Gift Shop with donations, or leave at the front desk. Open Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 9 am to 12 pm

All Proceeds benefit

Oswego Senior Center (501c3)

Oswego Senior Center Annual Garage Sale is Back!

Winter Luau

Our Winter Luau featured great food, entertainment, giveaways and decorations for our 4th Thursday themed lunch. Thanks to Claudia Nurwulan who performed authentic Indonesian dancing.


OSC Now Offers Online Payments!

Many of you have asked about making online payments for a variety of things. We have heard you loud and clear! We are pleased to provide an online payment option for the following (please note token online convenience fees apply): • Gentle Yoga Monthly Pass

• Tai Chi Monthly Pass

• Combined Yoga & Tai Chi Monthly Pass

• Dances including Valentine Dinner Dance

• Art Class

• Cooking Classes

Call Ruth at (630) 554-5602 with questions

Balance Screens by Appointment

Wednesday, March 28 11:45—12:45pm

By

ALC Home Health

Sign up by calling

630-554-5602

Stay on top of those stats! * See calendar for Blood Pressure

Screens & Hearing Screen scheduled this month*

There will be times in which we must deal

with loss, and the overwhelming grief that so often accompanies it.

Join

Ken Lawson A certified grief recovery

Specialist for A comprehensive 8 week

journey into the realm of Grief Recovery.

This educational series will run for 8 weeks

March 14th - May 2nd 2018 1:30 to 3pm

There is a one time fee of $10.00 for books and materials

Call 630-554-5602 to register


Virginia Beach, Colonial Williamsburg & Historic Norfolk

April 29th—May 5th $795

per person, double occupancy

Motorcoach Transportation

6 Nights lodging

10 Meals: 6 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners

The Virginia Beach Boardwalk

Colonial Williamsburg guided tour

Dinner & Cruise Entertainment on the

Spirit of Norfolk

Admission to the Nauticus & Battleship

Wisconsin

Visit Yankee Candle Village

Virginia Beach Aquarium & Marine

Center

All funds due 3/9

For Travel Information & Reservations Contact Kelly at (630) 554-5602

Garden of the Gods, the Royal Gorge & Colorado Springs

Trip Includes: Motorcoach transportation 8 nights lodging including 4 consecutive

nights in scenic Colorado

14 meals: 8 Breakfast & 6 dinners

Tour of Garden of the Gods

Visit United States Air Force Academy

Visit to Royal Gorge w/ Bridge & Aerial

Tram

Historic Manitou Springs; view Pikes

Peak

Guided tour of Colorado Springs

Visit Olympic Training Center

August 11-19 Double $959 ~ Single $1,334


For Travel Information & Reservations—Call Kelly at (630)554-5602

Rose Parade

New Year’s

December 30, 2018-January 4, 2019

$2795 double occupancy

Trip Includes: Round Trip Airfare 9 meals: 5 Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 3

Dinners 5 Night lodging New Year’s Eve Dinner Party Tournament of Roses Parade Hollywood & Beverly Hills

Tour Rodeo Drive Grauman’s Chinese Theatre Hollywood Walk of Fame Newport Beach Laguna Beaches San Diego City Tour

Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard & Plymouth

September 8-16, 2018 Double $840 ~ Single $1094

(waiting list available)

Trip Includes: Motorcoach transportation 8 nights lodging including 4 consecu-

tive nights in the quaint Cape Cod area 14 meals: 8 breakfast and 6 dinners A visit to lovely, artistic Martha’s Vine-

yard A Guided Tour of the historic seaside

towns of Hyannis and Sandwich A Guided Tour of the “Outer Cape”, in-

cluding Provincetown and Chatham A visit to Plymouth, MA and famous

“Plymouth Rock”


Pierogi Fest Whiting, Indiana

July 27th

Price: $40

Enjoy music & great food.

Cost covers roundtrip bus fare only. Spots limited— sign up now!

RSVP & funds due by May 30th.

Leave Oswego at 10am Arrive at Pierogi Fest 11:30

Leave festival at 2:30

Arrive back in Oswego at 4pm

Door County & Fireside Theater

October 1—3, 2018 $769 per person double occupancy

Pickup & return from Oswego 5 meals: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2

Dinners Racine Art Museum Winery & Wagon Ride Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Door County Fish boil Dinner Fireside Theater Lunch Show

For Travel Information & Reservations Call Kelly at (630)554-5602


Time to Celebrate! 4th Thursdays at OSC

during Congregate Lunch

March 22:

Polka Party!

To make a reservation call 630-554-5602 by 10am March 21

At it’s core CRIMINOLOGY is the study of crime and criminal behavior…

But it is so much more than that!

Join us here at the Oswego Senior Center for 6 weeks as we dive into the such things as the mindset of

criminal offenders, aspects of criminal law, case histories of notorious criminals, and criminal theory

FRIDAYS April 13th — May 18th 2018

2:00pm—3:15pm

The class will be instructed by Marc McGowan, MSW of the Oswego Senior Center

10 Song Walking Work-out ~ (Approx 40 min) Download your favorite 10 songs onto a portable

listening device, Drive your path to see how far you walked.

Warm-up: Walk for 1 song (4 minutes) Get heart rate up: walk briskly for 2 songs (maybe faster

songs) (8 minutes) Break: Walk fast but not as briskly as before (4 minutes) Get heart rate up: walk briskly for 1 song (maybe faster

songs) (8 minutes) Break: Walk fast but not as briskly as before (4 minutes) Get heart rate up: walk briskly for two songs (8 minutes) Cool-Down to one slow song (4 minutes)

Trips & More!! Join Kelly Woodward, our new Activity Coordinator, as she presents the exciting new trips and activities that OSC will be offering in the coming months! Also, we will be discussing YOUR ideas in what you would like to see! March 23 at 10 am—Light refreshments served—please RSVP 630-554-5692.


EMERGENCY CLOSINGS

The winter season is upon us!

If extreme weather conditions are predicted, you can find out if the Senior Center is closed in any of the following ways:

1. If Oswego School District 308 is closed; so are we. 2. WSPY 107.1 FM- we inform them and you can hear it on the radio 3. Our website – www.oswegoseniorcenter.org 4. Emergency Closing Center website: www.emergencyclosingcenter.com 5. Check closings on bottom of TV screen during news programs. 6. If we have your e-mail we can e-blast the message to you. 7. We also do robo-calling; please be sure we have your most current phone number to contact you.

Be prepared, be safe and take care!

Changes to Meal Day Parking Since the school has moved out, the parking lot and street parking has eased up allowing plenty of parking for senior center participants in the back parking lot. Door 16 will be open for easy access to OSC from the back parking lot. If for some reason it is not open, please call us to come open it, 630-554-5602, or use the sidewalk on Franklin to en-ter through Door 5. We will no longer be using the parking lot across the street. Many thanks to Big Life Church who worked with us to resolve our parking issues when the school was in the

building!

Wednesday, April 11

Independent Living & Health Fair

Save the Date!

Take Control of Diabetes

Classes for those with diabetes and their families

▪ I on Diabetes is a two-part 3 hour series designed

to help you live with your diabetes.

▪ Each session includes information on managing

diabetes and taste testing of foods.

▪ You’ll learn how to select foods appropriate for

diabetes when eating at home or outside the home.

Treatment goals and self-monitoring will also be

covered.

▪ You’ll get recipes and information on prepared

foods to help you plan healthy meals at home.

I on Diabetes

Tuesday & Friday

April 24 & 27 ~ 9am to noon

RSVP 630-554-5602

About the Instructors ▪ University of Illinois Extension sponsors I on Diabetes, so you

can be sure the information is research-based. ▪ Sessions are taught by Extension experts in partnership with

local health professionals.

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OSC's

2017

Annual

Report

available online at: oswegoseniorcenter.org

Volunteer of the Month:

Rhonda Jaras Rhonda has volunteered in the gift shop for

nearly a year. She applied for and was selected

for the open receptionist position at OSC! She

will continue to volunteer once per week in the

gift shop but begins her new post at the

front desk March 5!

Income Tax Assistance

Appointments are on Mondays through April 9. Two Saturdays available. Must have all tax docu-

Routine Foot Care

Date: March 14th Time: 1:30pm

Liza M. Saviano D.P.M— Physician and Sur-geon of the Foot and Ankle joins us every 5 weeks on Tuesdays.

Call 630-554-5602 for appointment

California Fish Tacos w/Crema Lima

• Fresh or thawed Cod- dry with paper towels

• Place on foil sheet (large enough to make Into pouch.

• Season with cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

• Place thin slices of lime on top. • Create pouch enclosing fish • Bake at 350 15-20 minutes (+/-

depending on size of fish) • Take fish out of pouch, chunk and place

in bowl for serving • Serve with finely sliced cabbage on

tortilla with crema lima, salsa, guacamole and cheese.

Crema Lima • 1 cup sour cream • Juice of half of a

lime • 2 tbsp chopped

cilantro


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Oswego Senior Center 156 E Washington St. - Oswego, IL 60543

630-554-5602

We Want Your SHOES! Your gently worn shoes, that is. If you're like most people, your closet's probably home to multiple pairs of shoes you no longer wear. Here's your chance to dust them off and put them to good use. When you drop off your gently worn shoes, you'll be helping

raise needed funds as wellas people less fortunate throughout the world. World Wear Project makes your shoes available to people living in developing countries such as Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Guatemala, Chile, Honduras and others.

Please band shoes together in mates or tie laces together.

Donating shoes and clothing never made more cents. www.worldwearproject.com

Kendall County Community Food Pantry provides food, clothing, personal items, pet food for families who meet certain income and other guidelines.

Located at: 208 Beaver St, Yorkville

Call 630-553-0473 for more info http://www.kendallcountyfoodpantry.org/

Distribution - Thursdays:

12:00pm to 2:00pm: Servicing Seniors, People with Disabilities & Veterans

2:00pm to 6:00pm: Servicing: Kendall County General Population

OSC is an official Drop Off location for KCCFP Donations

http://www.kendallcountyfoodpantry.org/


Sudoku Puzzle (Solution on page 27)

630-585-5200


2018 Step-Up

Campaign! Step-Up to the Challenge, Help OSC reach our Goal!

Please contact Kelly Woodward for additional information on how to set up a monthly commitment, an an-nual one-time contribution or to make a non-cash donation.

Thanks again for all your HELP in keeping our Senior Center successful. OSC is here for you.

Oswego Senior Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, donations are tax deductible.

The Oswego Senior Center is kicking off 2018 with our STEP-UP Campaign. This year long donation drive will help OSC continue to provide the needed and wanted services for the senior community.

Help us reach our goal of $25,000 for 2018!

2018 marks our 11th year of providing nutrition, and 9th year of providing education, recreation, exercise, activities, trips, health screen services, SHIP, VITA, resources and referrals to the seniors of Kendall County. All for free or at a low cost. This has been possible because of monies received through fundraising activities, donations and grants from several agencies.

Any donation is greatly appreciated, while we don’t have a membership fee, a $5-$25 donation a month would go a long way. This will help ensure that we can continue to provide the programs and services that help keep our senior community strong, healthy and engaged.

Cash and checks are not the only way to donate to OSC. An unwanted car or boat regardless of operating status, land or a home regardless of condition, estate jewelry and non-digital watches are just some of the ways we can take unwanted items and turn them into a deduction for you and funds for OSC.

Last year, we served over 1,600 seniors ages 55-102 , spanning four decades of individuals and generations of family, friends and community. They attended over 29,000 times

Over 225 individuals ages 9-92 volunteered over 13,000 hours of service, bringing together nine decades of community members to work together in community service.


March 6th French Toast Bacon & Sausage Oatmeal Hash Browns Fruit Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk & Tea Cost -$5.00

March 13th Scrambled Eggs Bacon & Sausage Biscuits Hash Browns Fruit Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk & Tea Cost -$5.00

March 20th Waffles Bacon & Sausage Scrambled Eggs Fresh Strawberries Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk & Tea Cost -$5.00

March 27th Fried Eggs Bacon & Sausage Biscuits Potatoes Fruit Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk & Tea Cost -$5.00

Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Lunch: Menu on Page 25

Join us for a delicious, nutritious lunch every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Lunch is catered by Upper Crust Catering. Please call by Friday at 10am to RSVP for Monday’s lunch, by 10am Monday to RSVP for Wednesday’s Lunch and by 10am Wednesday for to RSVP for Thursdays lunch.

$5 suggested donation, ages 60 and up.

The OSC bus has pick-up locations on meal days at Anderson Farm Apartments, Diamond Apartments, Farmington Lakes, Rose Terrace and Wedgewood Manor. Fee for bus pick up is $2/round trip. When signing up for lunch, please let us know if you

need a ride by putting a 'B' by your name on sign up sheet or informing the receptionist or your building coordinator.

BREAKFAST CLUB

Join us in March at 9am:

3/6, 3/13, 3/20 & 3/27

Special tables will be reserved for

Veterans on the first Tuesday:

Next Veteran Breakfast is Mar 6th

Why mess up your kitchen and eat alone, come down for breakfast and fellowship. Cost is only $5. You absolutely

can't beat the price! All Seniors are invited to attend!

Please call Receptionist at 630-554-5602 or stop by the desk at OSC to register to attend!

~ Please RSVP by 10am Monday ~


February

KENDALL COUNTY SENIOR CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM Lunch is served Monday & Thursday at Noon OSWEGO SENIOR CENTER – 156 E. WASHINGTON - OSWEGO, IL

Call 630-554-5602 for reservations by 10 am Friday for Monday Lunch/by 10 am Tuesday for Wednesday/10 am Wednesday for

Thursday Lunch/by Monday at 10am for Tuesday Breakfast.

Lunch Suggested donation for 60+: $5.00 - Cost under 60: $12.72 Lunch by Upper Crust Catering, Co. - Yorkville, IL, lunch is subsidized with

Older American Act Congregate Funding from Northeastern Il Agency on Aging

Monday Lunch: 12:00pm Wednesday: 11:45-12:45pm Thursday Lunch: 12:00pm

March 1st Breaded Pork Cutlet w/Gravy Side, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Rolls, Steamed Broccoli, Garden Salad w/Lettuce, Tomatoes and Cucumbers, Cinnamon Rice Pudding

March 5th

Spaghetti and Marinara w/Meatballs, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad w/Croutons, Apple Cobbler

March 7th

CELEBRATE KOREAN Dakgalbi - BBQ Chicken w/Mushrooms, Spinach and Onions, Rolls, Gamja Salad - Potato Salad w/Mashed Potatoes, Eggs and Cucumbers, Korean Rice Cake Dessert

March 8th

Baked Ham w/Honey Mustard Glaze, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli, Rolls, Chopped Salad w/Chickpeas and Croutons, Sugar Cookies

March 12th Baked Cod or Herb Roasted Chicken Breast (choose 1), Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Homemade Whole Wheat Bread, Chopped Salad w/Beet Side, Heavenly Hash Rice Dessert

March 14th

Baked Potato Bar w/Butter, Sour Cream, Cheese and Chili Toppings, Chicken Noodle Soup w/Carrots and Celery, Crackers, Citrus Salad, Red Velvet Cake

March 15st St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Corned Beef & Cabbage, Boiled Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Jello, Marble Rye Bread, Lime Jello w/Fruit, Pie

March 19th Yankee Pot Roast, Potatoes and Carrots, Homemade Biscuit, Chopped Salad w/Bean Side

March 21st

CELEBRATE IRELAND Irish Lamb Stew w/Potatoes and Onions in Savory Sauce, Irish Soda Bread, Mixed Greens Salad w/Tangy Herb Vinaigrette, Gingered Pear Crisp

March 22nd

POLKA PARTY! German Goulash—Beef Stew w/Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic, Green Peppers and Elbow Macaroni, Whole Kernel Corn, Rye Bread, German Cole Slaw w/Vinegar Dressing, German Chocolate Cake

March 26th

Pulled Pork Sandwich on Whole Wheat Bun, Home Fries, Chopped Salad w/Mixed Greens, Lemon Bars

March 28th

Shepherd’s Pie—Beef, Mixed Veggies and Mashed Potatoes, Homemade Whole Wheat Bread, Garden Salad, Carrot Cake

March 29tht Chicken Stir Fry w/Angel Hair Pasta, Oriental Vegetables w/Edamame Legumes, Whole Wheat Rolls, Spinach/ Romaine Salad w/Shredded Carrots, 2 Cream Puffs

Birthday Cake by Symphony!

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Bridge-G 9-1 Ceramics 10-12 SHIP Rep-D 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 10:30 Music by Bill-D 10:30-11:30 BP by Jan-D 12 Lunch 1 Bingo by Angel’s Grace –D 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 3-3:45 Heart & Bones Fitness

2 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness –G 9:30 Line Dancing $1 10:30-11:15 Tai Chi-G 11 Wood Shop 11:30 Gentle Yoga 1-2:30 Healthy Habits-CL 2 Art Class-D 4:30 Dinner Club

5 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Men’s Bridge-G 9-11 SHIP Rep-D 10 Euchre-G 10 Garage Sale Planning Meeting 10—BP by Alden of Waterford-D 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 10:30 Music by Sandra 12 Lunch 12:30-4 Income Tax 1 Bingo by Hillside –D 1 Ladies Bridge-G 1-4 Oswego Area Wood Karvers 3:15—4 Heart & Bones Fitness

6 9 Vets Breakfast-D 9- 1 Ceramics 9:30 Martial Arts-G 10 Heart & Bones Fitness 10 Linus Blankets-D 11 Gentle Yoga-G 11 Wood Shop 12:30 Games/Mah Jong/Pinochle/Chess-G 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 2-3 Mobile Device by Appt.-D

7 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness-G 9-11:30 Needle Bees – Meeting @ Oswego Public Library 10:15 History through Biographies-G 10:30 Crafts by Tillers 12:30 Tai Chi-G 11 Wood Shop 11:45-12:45 Bistro Lunch 2 Beanbag Baseball—Heritage Woods @ OSC

8 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Bridge-G 9-1 Ceramics 10-12 SHIP Rep-D 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 12 Lunch 1 Bingo –D 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 3-3:45 Heart & Bones Fitness

9 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness 9:30 Line Dancing $1 10:30-11:15 Tai Chi-G 11 Wood Shop 11:30 Gentle Yoga 1-2:30 Healthy Habits-CL 2 Art Class-D

12 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Men’s Bridge-G 9-11 SHIP Rep-D 10 Euchre-G 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 12 Lunch 12:30-4 Income Tax 1 Bingo-D 1-4 Oswego Area Wood Karvers 1 Ladies Bridge-G 3:15—4 Heart & Bones Fitness

13 9 Breakfast-D 9 -1 Ceramics 9:30 Martial Arts-G 10 Heart & Bones Fitness 11 Gentle Yoga-G 11 Wood Shop 12:30 Games/Mah Jong/Pinochle/Scrabble-G/Chess 1-2:30 Windows 10 & Updates-CL 2-3 Mobile Device by Appt.-D

14 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness-G 9-11:30 Needle Bees Knitting & Crocheting-CL 9:30 Memory Screen 10:15 History through Biographies-G 11 Wood Shop 11:15 Ask A Cop—D 11:45-12:45 Bistro Lunch 12:30 Tai Chi-G 1—Movie: Raiders of the Lost Ark 1:30 Routine Foot Care 1:30 Grief Recovery– CL 2 Bean Bag Baseball—OSC @ Beecher

15 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Bridge-G 9-1 Ceramics 10-12 SHIP Rep-D 10:30-11:30 BP by Jan-D 10:30 Music by Bill 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 12 Lunch 1 Bingo 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 3-3:45 Heart & Bones Fitness

16 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness 9:30 Line Dancing $1 10-12 International Cooking 10:30-11:15 Tai Chi-G 11 Wood Shop 11:30 Gentle Yoga-G 12 Senior Singers-D 1-2:30 Healthy Habits-CL 1 Lunch Bunch II 2 Art Class-D

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

19 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Men’s Bridge-G 9-11 SHIP Rep-D 10 Euchre-G 10:30 Music by Sandra 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 12 Lunch—Birthdays By Symphony 12:30-4 Income Tax 1 Bingo–D 1 Ladies Bridge-G 1-4 Oswego Area Wood Karvers 3:15—4 Heart & Bones Fitness

20 9 Breakfast-D 9-1 Ceramics 9:30 Martial Arts-G 10 Heart & Bones Fitness 10 Linus Blankets-D 10:15 Medicare Discussions-D

11 Caregiver: The 4 D’s-CL 11 Gentle Yoga-G 11 Wood Shop 12:30 Games/ MahJong/Pinochle/Chess-G 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 2-3 Mobile Device Lab by Appt.-D

21 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9-10:30 Dr Notes: Knee Braces-D 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness-G 9-11:30 Needle Bees Knitting & Crocheting-CL 10:15 History through Biographies-G 11 Wood Shop 11:45-12:45 Bistro Lunch 12:30 Tai Chi-G 1:30 Grief Recovery– CL 2 Beanbag Baseball - OSC @ American House Cedarlake

22 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Bridge-G 9-1 Ceramics 10-12 Ship Rep-D 10-1 Polka Party 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 1 Bingo by American House Cedarlake 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 1:30-Writing Group-G 3-3:45 Heart & Bones Fitness

23 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness-G 9:30 Line Dancing $1 10 Caregiver Support-D 10 Trips & More-D 10:30-11:15 Tai Chi-G 11Wood Shop 11:30 Gentle Yoga-G 12 Senior Singers-D 1-2:30 Healthy Habits-CL 2 Art Class-D

26 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Men’s Bridge-G 9-11 SHIP Rep-D 10 Euchre-G 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 10:30 BP by Harborchase 12 Lunch 12:30-4 Income Tax 1 Bingo by Tillers-D 1-4 Oswego Area Wood Karvers 1 Ladies Bridge-G 3:15—4 Heart & Bones Fitness

27 9-1 Ceramics 9:30 Martial Arts-G 10 Heart & Bones Fitness 10 Financial Ed: Annuities-CL 11 Gentle Yoga –G 11 Wood Shop 12:30 Games/Mah Jong/Pinochle/Chess-G 1-2:30 Genealogy Research-CL 2-3 Mobile Device by Appt.-D 6:30 Grands Raising Grands-D

28 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9-9:45 Heart & Bones Fitness-G 9 -11:30 Needle Bees Knitting & Crocheting-CL 10:15 History through Biographies-G 11-3 Wood Shop 11:15 Ask a Cop-D 11:45 Balance Screen 11:45-12:45 Bistro Lunch 12:30 Tai Chi-G 1:30 Grief Recovery– CL 2 Beanbag Baseball - Diamond @ OSC

29 9-12 Gift Shop Open 9 Chair Exercise-D 9 Bridge-G 9-1 Ceramics 10-12 Ship Rep-D 10:30 Bean Bag Toss 12 Lunch 1 Bingo-D 1-2:30 Computer Lab by sign up-CL 3-3:45 Heart & Bones Fitness

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Center closed for Good Friday Observance

Solution to Sudoku Puzzle on pg.20

156 E Washington ● Oswego, IL 60543 ● 630-554-5602 ● www.oswegoseniorcenter.org ● like us on Facebook!

Oswego Senior Center’s regular hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Many activities require registration, please give us a call to register, 630-554-5602

D = Dining Room G = Game Room CL = Computer Lab

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holiday Ireland Irish leprechaun limerick lucky March parade Patrick

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day

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