Seniors in Action

Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Saturday 9am - 1pm

763 G Street, Blaine WA 98230 Office Phone: (360) 332-8040 | Fax: (360) 332-1709

Email: kathy@blaineseniorcenter.org

Check Out Our Website: www.blaineseniorcenter.org

Photo credit—Wayne Broadhead

December 2019

WHAT ’S INSIDE

Center contact information for all questions:

Phone: (360) 332-8040 Fax: (360) 332-1709

2019-2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF

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ABOUT US

We are an IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and receive support from the City of Blaine, Whatcom County Parks & Recreation, Blaine-Birch Bay Parks & Recreation District 2 and local businesses and organizations. To learn more about the programs and events offered request one of our monthly newsletters or visit www.blaineseniorcenter.org

The Blaine Senior Center does not provide services that would normally be provided by a trained attendant, nurse or personal caregiver (e.g. incontinence, inability to use the restroom facilities by one’s self, or preventing participant from leaving the grounds of the Center). The provision of any personal care by staff for a participant is beyond our capability and cannot be expected.

COVER PHOTO Wintertime, Downtown Blaine, WA. Photographer: Unknown

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE I’m excited to say our new website has been launched – www.blaineseniorcenter.org. This is been a joint effort between me and the staff. The original website www.blaineseniorcenter.com has now been shut down. So, if you “google” Blaine Senior Center you might not find it at the top. Bear with this, scroll until you see the new .org website. Many are calling as they can’t find the lunch menu. It’s there - be patient and look a bit harder. The more we “google,” the more the website will rise to the top. I’m delighted to say that the Bellingham Norwegian Male Chorus will be performing at lunch on December 17th! Larry Peterson, one of our members is part of the Chorus and I am honored that they will be singing for us. I hope you all put this on your calendar. Let us know so that Melody can prepare lunch accordingly. And don’t forget we have planned some holiday day trips. We have people already signed up for some of the Christmas excursions! The Victorian Country Christmas (12/05/19) and Van Dusen Festival of Lights (12/12/19) should get everyone in the Christmas spirit! For those trips, we will be leaving out of the Birch Bay-Lynden plaza. We also have planned a tour at our own Van Wingerden’s Nursery to see the poinsettias in full bloom! If interested, please sign up near the front desk. For those that don’t drive, we can arrange a carpool. We have arranged for a presentation by the Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center. If people are interested after this, Joel Bergsbaken, the Director of HSDC will set up a time for individual consultations in the following months. Separately, Clear Captions will be hear a few times this month offering vision assisted phones for those with hearing difficulties. It was a busy year and now is the time to reflect and to enjoy your time with friends and family. To many, the Center is your family. May your holiday season be filled with love and hugs – we can’t get enough of them! Happy holidays to all of you from all of us!

Board Executive Officers President Toni Blakely Vice-President Thelma Archuletta Secretary Vicki McCullough Treasurer Madge Blackburn

2019-2020 Board of Directors

Adele Berman Paul Dean Laurie Donaldson Walt Ducoing Jackie Elkins (Emeritus) Harmanna Kunst Robert Martin Staff Director Kathy Sitker Administrative Assistant Adrienne Schnabel Administrative Assistant Amy Finkbonner Administrative Assistant Steve Weinhouse WCOA Head Cook Melody Philips Strength Training Phil Aguirre

INDEX Title Page

About Us ..................................................... 2 Senior Moments ......................................... 3 Monthly Activities ................................ 4 - 6 Special Events ............................................ 7 Activity Calendar.................................. 8 - 9 Lunch Menu .............................................. 10 Monthly Birthdays.................................... 11 Volunteers of the Month .......................... 11 News and Notices .................................... 12 Blaine Senior Center Tour Program....... 13 WCOA Nutrition/Health Corner ............... 14 BBBPR District #2 Classes ..................... 15

CONGREGATE MEAL (Lunch) PROVIDED BY WHATCOM COUNCIL ON AGING MEALS ON WHEELS & MORE PROGRAM

�� Lunch: Monday - Friday, 11:30am - 12:30pm. �� Meals are $7 for those under 60. �� A $5 donation is suggested for those 60+. �� No reservation necessary. Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors: hot meals delivered Monday through Friday; frozen meals available for weekends and observed holidays. Call (360) 733-4030 to register.

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Senior Moments Joe Klein completed the Rubber Ducky Half Marathon

in Burnaby, B.C. on Sunday, October 20th. A Half Marathon is 13.1 miles. He finished in 1 hour

and 55 minutes. His best time to date! This upcoming January he will once again run in the

Hawaii Marathon with his daughters. Congratulations Joe! You are an inspiration to all!!

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Monthly Act iv i t ies BUG! - Blaine Ukulele Group Tuesdays: 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Join other Ukulele enthusiasts for an informal and fun jam session. Whether you are new to the ukulele, or a longtime player, everyone is encouraged to join in the fun! Coloring Weekdays: 8:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm

This fun and relaxing activity can help with stress relief by calming the mind and getting your creative juices flowing. There are beautiful pre-printed designs in a binder by the coffee bar along with colored pencils for your use. Crafters Circle Thursdays: 10:30am - 11:30am

Come get creative at the Crafters Circle. Meet new friends and complete your projects. Current projects include sewing, knitting, crochet, and needle-work. Many of the finished items are sold to benefit the Blaine Senior Center. Painters Palette Tuesdays: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Our group of local artists varies in skill level, chosen media, subject matter and artistic style. There is no formal instruction, but everyone is willing to share their knowledge and talents. All skill levels are invited to come and paint. Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers / Rodney’s Holler Wednesdays: Rodney’s Holler CLOSED Rehearsal 10:00am - 11:30am Saturdays: Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers OPEN Jam 9:30am - 12:00pm

Named after it’s founding member, Rodney DeMent, the Jammers strive to bring joy to all who hear them. Everyone is welcome to join the party Saturday mornings! Wednesdays rehearsals are reserved for our core group of players who perform around Whatcom County.

Line DancingFee: $3 or Punch Card: $15 (Buy 5, get 1 Free) Advanced: Mondays 5:00pm - 6:00pm Beginning: Mondays 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Learn dance steps and choreography for both traditional and contemporary line dancing from Brenda Gelwicks. Open Gym Weekdays: 8:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Our gym is available for member use only. There are two options for using the gym, both require a signed Physician’s Release form available from the office. The ‘Cardio Only’ option allows you access to all of the cardio equipment, unless stated otherwise by your physician. The ‘Full Use’ option allows access to both the strength and cardio machines, once you have completed the mandatory 6-week Strength Training Class. Cardio equipment available during class times. Strength Training Class Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 3:00pm - 4:00pm OR 4:00pm - 5:00pm NEXT CLASS BEGINS JANUARY 6, 2020 SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE Fee: $60

Spaces fill up quickly for this popular class. Each session is limited to six participants. Instructor Phil Aguirre will teach the proper usage of all the gym equipment. This class is required to have full access to the gym. For more information and to sign up, please stop by the office. Stretch with Lucy Tuesdays: 9:30am - 10:30am

Lucy Donaldson leads this gentle stretch class that incorporates both standing and chair stretches along with the use of resistance bands. Stronger Seniors® DVD Workouts

Stretch: Mondays 9:00am - 10:00am Strength: Wednesdays 9:00am - 10:00am Yoga: Fridays 9:00am - 10:00am The Stronger Seniors® Workout Program is designed to help seniors develop strength and enhance their ability to function in daily life. Developed by Anne Pringle Burnell, a certified instructor with the American Council on Exercise, the Aerobics & Fitness Association of America, and Scott Pilates™.

Chair Pilates Fridays: 10:00am - 11:00am Fee: Members: $3 Non-Members: $5 Buy 5, get 1 FREE Punch Cards Available See Office for details

Anjela Jones is a classically trained Pilates teacher, specializing in spine safe movement. Her class incorporates both standing and chair Pilates and is safe for everyone. Dolly’s Fitness DVD Thursdays: 9:30am - 10:30am

Dolly Robb’s DVD incorporates both standing and chair stretches along with the use of resistance bands.

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CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS

FITNESS

Monthly Act iv i t ies Ping Pong Weekdays: 8:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm (There are times when ping pong will not be available due to scheduling)

Grab a friend and have fun! Not only is ping pong fun, it’s a great way to stay in shape. All skill levels invited. Pinochle Mondays: 12:30pm - 2:00pm Wednesdays: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Thursdays: 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Pinochle is a trick-taking, Ace-Ten card game played with a 48-card deck. Players score points by trick-taking and by forming combinations of cards into melds. Experienced players will happily teach newcomers. Pool Hall Weekdays: 8:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Come check out our Pool Hall. We have two great tables to use. Whether you like eight-ball, snooker or blackball, there is usually someone to play with. Wii Sports By Request

Wii Sports is part of the Nintendo Selects collection of games. The collection includes five sports: baseball, bowling, boxing, golf and tennis,

Tai Ji Fee: Members: Free Non-Members: $3

Balance: Mondays 9:30am - 10:30am Thursdays 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beyond Basics: Thursdays 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fan: Wednesdays 8:30am - 9:30am

Sword: Mondays 9:00am - 9:30am Experience more abundant health, harmony and balance. Tai Ji’s gentle movements release stress by relaxing and rejuvenating the body while refreshing the mind.

Bowling League Mondays: 9:15am (Play starts at 9:30am) Mt. Baker Lanes 1788 La Bounty Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248

Do you love bowling? Join the all new BSC Bowling League! Lots of fun for everyone! Bridge Thursdays: 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Bridge is a fun and challenging trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a table. All welcome. Bunco IT’S BACK! Monday December 10 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Bunco is a fun game played with groups of four, trying to score points while taking turns rolling three dice.

Friday Fun BINGO Fridays: 12:30pm - 1:30pm $1 per card

Come enjoy a fun afternoon with friends, while winning silly prizes and heckling the caller. It’s comedy hour with bingo! Mahjong Tuesdays: 12:30pm - 3:00pm

Mahjong is a tile-based game commonly played by four players. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. All skill levels are welcome. Mexican Train Wednesdays: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

The Mexican Train Domino Game is a timeless classic that has entertained kids and adults for generations. Beginners to experts welcome. All aboard, it’s game time!

LITERARY ENDEAVORS

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Bible Study Fridays: 10:00am - 11:00am

JoAn Newby leads this lively discussion and offers insights into the history of the times. This non-denominational group enjoys learning and growing together. All welcome. Book Club with Debby Farmer Wednesday, December 18 1:00pm - 2:00pm A Christmas Carol By: Charles Dickens

A Christmas Carol recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.

GAMES & RECREATION

Brad, Chris and Adrienne with new computer. The girls are happy campers!

Massage Chair Weekdays: 8:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Feeling stressed? Tight muscles? Just need to relax? Then check out the massage chair. Members are asked to limit use to 30 minutes at a time. Meditation Mondays: 10:45am - 11:15am

Join us for simple, yet deeply relaxing, mantra-based meditation. An effortless way to go beyond your thoughts, and experience your own peace and silence within. Instructors: Traysiah Spring & Tom Bakken Memory Loss Support Group Tuesday, December 3 1:30pm - 3:00pm

A support group for caregivers and/or family members of those with Dementia. Connect with others who are facing similar challenges. Facilitators: Leslie Jackson, RN & Glenda McLachan, RN (Dementia Support Northwest).

Monthly Act iv i t ies

Blood Pressure Check Thursdays: 11:00am - 12:00pm

The Blaine Fire Department comes by each week to perform this vital service. Stop by the library to get yours checked. No appointment necessary. Foot Clinic CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Each 1/2 hour appointment includes a thorough assessment, a foot soak, nail trim, and foot massage. Contact the Front Desk or Office staff to sign up. Spaces fill up quickly. Provider: Connie Webster, RN Healthy Weight Support Group Tuesdays: 11:00am - 12:00pm

The overall goal of this group is to develop and/or reinforce a healthy relationship with food and exercise. We share exercise tips and nutritious recipes while encouraging one another. All are welcome.

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Specia l Events

MOVIE MATINEES - A MONTH OF MOVIES EVERY Monday in December 1:30pm December 2 - Kathy’s Pick Miracle on 34th Street In this Christmas classic, an old man going by the name of Kris Kringle (Edmund Gwenn) fills in for an intoxicated Santa in Macy's annual Thanksgiving Day parade. Kringle proves to be such a hit that he is soon appearing regularly at the chain's main store in midtown Manhattan.

December 9 - Amy’s Pick Elf Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father.

December 16 - Adrienne’s Pick White Christmas Singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. December 23 - Walt & Laurie’s Pick National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

As the holidays approach, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) wants to have a perfect family Christmas, so he pesters his wife, Ellen (Beverly D'Angelo), and children, as he tries to make sure everything is in line, including the tree and house decorations. However, things go awry quickly.

SUPPER CLUB Tuesday, December 10 5:30pm

This month we will meet at Ocean Bay Chinese Restaurant. Located at 1210 3rd Street in Blaine. They offer all your favorite Chinese dishes from Sweet & Sour Chicken to Mongolian Beef to Ginger Prawns. Come hungry and ready for a fun time!

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AARP DRIVING COURSE Thursday, December 12 9:00am - 4:00pm (Please arrive a few minutes early) $15 for AARP members $20 non-members

Brush up on your driving skills and become aware of your physical changes and how they affect your driving. Sign-up sheet located by the front desk.

HEARING CHANGES SEMINAR PRESENTED BY - JOEL BERGSBAKEN Wednesday, December 4 12:30pm - 1:30pm As we age, we all experience changes to our hearing. These changes often come on gradually and we only notice when it is already a significant barrier to communication. These barriers often lead people to start to withdraw from communication and from social opportunities. Joel Bergsbaken, from the Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center, will be giving a presentation about hearing changes as we age, technology and techniques that improve communication, and support services available to the community to prevent withdrawal and isolation. The Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center (HSDC) is a nonprofit for clients who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech-language differences. Their mission is to foster inclusive and accessible communities through communication, advocacy, and education.

THE BELLINGHAM NORWEGIAN MALE CHORUS Tuesday, December 17 12:00pm The Bellingham Norwegian Male Chorus will be here to entertain us and help ring in the holiday season. Established in 1916, it’s one of the oldest Norwegian Male Choruses on the West Coast and is a member of the Pacific Coast Norwegian Singers Association which was founded in 1902.

DIABETES PREVENTION Thursday, December 19 12:30pm - 1:30pm The Whatcom Family YMCA is offering its YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program, an evidence-based program, to residents of North Whatcom County through the Blaine Senior Center, beginning in January of 2020. If you have been diagnosed as prediabetic or would like to learn whether you're at risk of developing prediabetes, you are invited to attend this information session, presented by the Whatcom Family YMCA.

December 2019 - Activities CalendarMONDAY

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM TUESDAY

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM WEDNESDAY

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2

8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 9:30 Tai Ji Sword 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Stretch 9:30 - 10:30 Tai Ji Balance 10:45 - 11:15 Meditation 12:30 - 2:00 Pinochle 1:30 Movie Matinee - Miracle On 34th Street 3:00 - 4:00 Strength Training 5:00 - 6:00 Line Dancing (Advanced) 6:00 - 7:00 Line Dancing (Beg/Inter)

3 :00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 11:30 Foot Clinic 9:30 - 10:30 Stretch w/Lucy 11:00 - 12:00 Healthy Weight Support Group 12:30 - 3:00 Mahjong 1:00 - 4:00 Painters Palette 1:30 - 3:00 BUG 1:30 - 3:00 Memory Loss Support Group

8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 8:30 - 9:30 Tai Ji Fan 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Strength 10:00 - 11:30 Rodney’s Holler Rehearsal 12:30 - 1:30 Hearing Changes Seminar 1:00 - 3:00 Pinochle 2:00 - 4:00 Mexican Train 3:00 - 4:00 Strength Training

9 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 9:30 Tai Ji Sword 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Stretch 9:30 - 10:30 Tai Ji Balance 10:45 - 11:15 Meditation 12:30 - 2:00 Pinochle 1:30 Movie Matinee - Elf 3:00 - 4:00 Strength Training 5:00 - 6:00 Line Dancing (Advanced) 6:00 - 7:00 Line Dancing (Beg/Inter)

10 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - 10:30 Stretch w/Lucy 11:00 - 12:00 Healthy Weight Support Group 12:30 - 3:00 Mahjong 1:00 - 4:00 Painters Palette 1:30 - 3:00 BUG 5:30pm Supper Club - Ocean Bay

8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 8:30 - 9:30 Tai Ji Fan 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Strength 10:00 - 11:30 Rodney’s Holler Rehearsal 1:00 - 3:00 Pinochle 2:00 - 4:00 Mexican Train 3:00 - 4:00 Strength Training

16 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 9:30 Tai Ji Sword 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Stretch 9:30 - 10:30 Tai Ji Balance 10:45 - 11:15 Meditation 12:30 - 2:00 Pinochle 1:30 Movie Matinee - White Christmas 5:00 - 6:00 Line Dancing (Advanced) 6:00 - 7:00 Line Dancing (Beg/Inter)

17 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 11:30 Foot Clinic 9:30 - 10:30 Stretch w/Lucy 11:00 - 12:00 Healthy Weight Support Group 12:00pm Norwegian Men's Chorus 12:30 - 3:00 Mahjong 1:00 - 4:00 Painters Palette 1:30 - 3:00 BUG - Performing at Stafholt

8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 8:30 - 9:30 Tai Ji Fan 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Strength 10:00 - 11:30 Rodney’s Holler Rehearsal 1:00 - 2:00 Book Club - 1:00 - 3:00 Pinochle 2:00 - 4:00 Mexican Train

23 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 9:30 Tai Ji Sword 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Stretch 9:30 - 10:30 Tai Ji Balance 10:45 - 11:15 Meditation 12:30 - 2:00 Pinochle 1:30 Movie Matinee - National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 5:00 - 6:00 Line Dancing (Advanced) 6:00 - 7:00 Line Dancing (Beg/Inter)

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CLOSED

30 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 9:30 Tai Ji Sword 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Stretch 9:30 - 10:30 Tai Ji Balance 10:45 - 11:15 Meditation 12:30 - 2:00 Pinochle 5:00 - 6:00 Line Dancing (Advanced) 6:00 - 7:00 Line Dancing (Beg/Inter)

31 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - 10:30 Stretch w/Lucy 11:00 - 12:00 Healthy Weight Support Group 12:30 - 3:00 Mahjong 1:00 - 4:00 Painters Palette 1:30 - 3:00 BUG

The Senior Center will be CLOSED

New Years Day

New Years Day

Activities Calendar THURSDAY

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM FRIDAY

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM SATURDAY

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4

4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 5

8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - 10:30 Dolly’s Stretch Exercise DVD 10:30 - 11:30 Crafters Circle 11:00 - 12noon BP check 12:00 - 3:00 Bridge 4:00 - 5:00 Tai Ji Balance 5:00 - 6:00 Beyond Basics Tai Ji 6:00 Pinochle

6 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Yoga 10:00 - 11:00 Bible Study 10:00 - 11:00 Pilates 12:30 - 1:30 Friday Fun BINGO 3:00 - 4:00 Strength Training

7 9:00 - 1:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers Open Jam Session

11 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong

12 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 4:00 AARP Driving Course 9:30 - 10:30 Dolly’s Stretch Exercise DVD 10:30 - 11:30 Crafters Circle 11:00 - 12:00 BP Check 12:00 Semiahmoo Kids Kamp Concert 12:00 - 3:00 Bridge 4:00 - 5:00 Tai Ji Balance 5:00 - 6:00 Beyond Basics Tai Ji 6:00 Pinochle

13 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Yoga 10:00 - 11:00 Bible Study 10:00 - 11:00 Pilates 12:30 - 1:30 Friday Fun BINGO 3:00 - 4:00 Strength Training

14 9:00 - 1:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers Open Jam Session

18 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong

19 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - 10:30 Dolly’s Stretch Exercise DVD 10:30 - 11:30 Crafters Circle 11:00 - 12noon BP check 11:30 - 12:30 - Holiday Luncheon 12:00 - 3:00 Bridge 12:30 - 1:30 Diabetes Prevention 4:00 - 5:00 Tai Ji Balance 5:00 - 6:00 Beyond Basics Tai Ji 6:00 Pinochle

20 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Yoga 10:00 - 11:00 Bible Study 10:00 - 11:00 Pilates 12:30 - 1:30 Friday Fun BINGO

21 9:00 - 1:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers Open Jam Session

25 26 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - 10:30 Dolly’s Stretch Exercise DVD 10:30 - 11:30 Crafters Circle 11:00 - 12noon BP check 11:30 - 12:30 - Birthday Luncheon 12:00 - 3:00 Bridge 4:00 - 5:00 Tai Ji Balance 5:00 - 6:00 Beyond Basics Tai Ji 6:00 Pinochle

27 8:00 - 4:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:00 - 10:00 Stronger Seniors® - Yoga 10:00 - 11:00 Bible Study 10:00 - 11:00 Pilates 12:30 - 1:30 Friday Fun BINGO

28 9:00 - 1:00 Pool Hall / Open Gym / Ping Pong 9:30 - Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers Open Jam Session

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December Lunch Menu MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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Chicken Fettuccini Italian Green Beans

Caesar salad Fruit

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Veggie Omelets Baby Red Potatoes

Orange Juice Fruit & Cottage

Cheese

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Roasted Pork Loin Apple Chutney

Rice Pilaf Broccoli Normandy

Fruit

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Reuben Style Chicken

Baked Yam Steamed Veggies Kale Citrus Salad

Fresh Fruit

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Clam Chowder 1/2 Grilled Cheese

on Wheat Green Salad

Fresh Grapes

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Cabbage Rolls Roast Potatoes Capri Veggies Garden Salad

Coconut Cream Pudding

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Chinese BBQ Pork Fried Rice Egg Roll

Mandarin Oranges Fortune Cookie

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Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes

Baby Carrots Garden Salad

Sherbet

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Penne w/Meat Sauce Italian Veggies Garden Salad Fruited Jello

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Chicken Cobb Salad

Oatmeal Bread Fruit

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Ham & Pineapple Au Gratin Potatoes Caribbean Veggies

Garden Salad Fruit

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BBQ Chicken Potatoes Colcannon

Green Beans Garden Salad Tropical Fruit

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Tuna Casserole Brussels Sprouts

Spinach Salad Fruit

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LUNCHEON

Orange Glazed Salmon

Rice Pilaf Green Beans

Spinach Salad Pecan Pie

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Taco Salad Cornbread

Orange Wedges

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Vegetarian Chili Cornbread

Garden Salad Ice Cream

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CLOSED

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CLOSED

26 BIRTHDAY LUNCH

Lasagna Italian Veggies Caesar Salad

Fruit Birthday Cake

27 HAPPY HANUKKAH

1/2 Pastrami on Rye

Kosher Pickle Potatoes Latkes

Salad Shirazi Apple Cake

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Baked Cod Roasted Sweet

Potato Broccoli Florets

Coleslaw Fresh Fruit

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Beef Stroganoff Over Rotelle Pasta

Peas & Onions Garden Salad

Chocolate Pudding

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The Senior Center will be

CLOSED New Years Day

Entrée Salad available daily—

EXCEPT on special occasions!

All menus are subject

to change due to food cost and

availability.

A Special Thanks

To Orchard Park

Assisted Living For

The Birthday Cakes!

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Apple Cakeke

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6th Cont. Bert Caldwell Esther Mar�n Solveig Pa�on Ray Sipes 7th Delores Sjostrom 9th Vernon Arbuckle Lynda Chennault Donna Smith Virginia Wu 10th Jean Cartwright Marilyn Halpin Evangeline Moralda Zharkyn Sabirova 12th Cynthia Brandenburger Gladys Faulkner Barbara Jackson Mohinder Kaur

Volunteers of the Month

1st John Choulochas Tom Dorsey Efren Esteban Don Thompson 2nd Don Carl Daryl Greenhalgh Larry McPhail 3rd Carl Tallman 4th Chris Monson Estrelita Reeve Denise Thompson Ralph Wallace 5th Nancy Knapp Jennie Schu� 6th Dave Alexanderson Bert Caldwell

12th Cont. Victor Kritz 13th Cheryl Mangan 14th Liya Tan 15th Faye Daly Debbie Haggman Karen Hartvig-Nielsen Renie Hill Bill Hutsinpiller 16th Howard Brydle Steve Buckner Nadine Grover Mariann Strachan Peter Werner Susan Werner 17th David Miner

18th Mary Ansell Robb Deines Raisa Khaylis 19th Robert Swanson 20th Erika Werdal 21st Peter Kelly 22nd Jennifer McDonald 23rd Rick Walker 24th Tony Aiello Carolyn Hull Shirley Stacey 25th Anna Thomas Chris McLeod

25th Cont. Chris McLeod 26th Bruce Ansell Lorna Spain 27th Joan Colter Mona Hansen 28th Geri Hill Bruce Langley John Riselvato 29th Thelma Archule�a Sharon Somers-Hill 30th Sergio Borja Carl Garlow 31st Rein Neem Robin Rodney

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December Bir thdays

Meals On Wheels Delivery Drivers

There are several seniors in our community who are unable to come in for our Congregate Lunch. Thanks to the generous hearts of our Meals on Wheels Delivery Drivers, they are able to have hot meals delivered during the week. They not only deliver nourishing meals, but smiles and friendship as well. To receive Meals on Wheels, an individual must be at least 60

years old, homebound, and unable to prepare meals for themselves due to physical activity, physiological or mental impairment, or a lack of knowledge to prepare nourishing, well-balanced meals. It is with much gratitude that we honor those

who provide this important service each week. Thank You!

Harry Shearer

Jennifer McDonald Don Johnson

Janet Pickard

Willa Fleharty

News and Not ices

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Senior Center Holiday Hours

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Blaine Senior Center Tour Program

If we have five or more people attending the same tour, Bellair will stop in Birch Bay Square for pick-up!!!

The above are just a few of the trips that are being offered. For more trips, we have the catalogs here at the office or you can go online at www.bellairtours.com. Be sure to tell them you are with the Blaine Senior Center as we get credit!

Bellair Tours & Adventures

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LEAVENWORTH TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL Saturday, December 14th Cost: $85 Join us on a winter wonderland adventure to Leavenworth, when this quaint Bavarian town becomes a Village of Lights – over half a million of them – and holiday cheer abounds! Enjoy the carolers strolling through the town, the smell of roasted chestnuts filling the air, sipping traditional hot spiced wine and cider, sledding in the park and much more!

THE NUTCRACKER SUITE Pacific Northwest Ballet Sunday, December 15th Cost: $148 Experience a matinee of a Northwest tradition. The Pacific Northwest Ballet’s holiday classic – The Nutcracker. A fantastical combination of Ian Falconer’s unique design, Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, and the entire company in show-stopping roles creates a memory-making experience for generations of families and friends. Performed at a gloriously decked-out McCaw Hall for beautiful December Christmas photo opportunities.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Paramount Theater, Seattle Sunday, January 19 Cost: $167 Be at the Paramount Theater as the sunrises on this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family. Featuring Broadway classics “Tradition,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” and “To Life,” raise your cup of joy! To love! To life, with Fiddler on the Roof. Time for lunch on your own before the show.

GUYS & DOLLS Village Theater in Everett Thursday, January 23 Cost: $127 When the lights go down at the Village Theater in Everett get swept away by Guys & Dolls, a non-stop musical romantic comedy. An iconic crowd-pleaser since it first hit Broadway in 1950, explore the story of infamous gamblers, woebegone yet determined missionaries, a troop of dancing showgirls, and one momentous craps game on the streets of New York City that brings them all together. Lunch on your own.

We are excited to be working directly with Bellair Tours. If you are interested or have questions about any of these tours or adventures, please contact the office.

WCOA Nutr i t ion/Heal th Corner

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Emergency Planning Susy Hymas, Nutrition Assessor

Meals on Wheels and More

Whether we like it or not, winter is approaching in our corner of the Northwest. We never know exactly what winter will bring, but we do know there will be rain, some cold and possibly even snow or wind events. Our corner of the world can also experience earthquakes. If the weather gets bad, you can hopefully stay bundled up in your home. Are you prepared in case the power goes out, or you cannot get out due to snow or ice? Having emergency supplies for weather events or other disasters is always a good idea. What should you have on hand to keep you safe and nourished in case of emergency? Disaster preparedness planners recommend that we have at least three days of emergency supplies. Everyone’s situation is different, but here are some suggestions to help you and your family prepare: �� Keep enough water on hand for at least 3 days. The recommendation is for one gallon per person per day.

�� Consider your medications. Talk to your pharmacist about stockpiling an emergency supply of your essential medications. Include some over the counter pain medications in your emergency supplies. Be sure to check expiration dates on all medications.

�� Flashlight and some extra batteries.

�� Transistor radio and extra batteries.

�� If you have pets, make sure you have some emergency food and water for them as well.

�� Other supplies to have on hand include: a whistle, some cash (ATMs may not be working), and an emergency blanket.

�� Every cupboard should have an emergency food supply for those times when you cannot cook or get out of the house to get supplies. Stock up on foods that you like; rotate and use when they are nearing the expiration date. Here are some suggestions for your emergency food supply. (If you are on a special diet or have food allergies be sure to adjust accordingly.)

Milk or milk alternative in cans or shelf stable boxes Canned fruit and vegetables Tuna and/or canned meats Canned or boxed soups and stews Canned Chili Crackers Peanut butter and nuts Breakfast bars/energy bars Hot and cold cereal Shelf stable juice

�� In addition to food, your emergency supplies should include a can opener, knife, scissors, paper towels, hand wipes, eating utensils, and paper plates.

It is always a good idea to have an out of area contact that you can call in an emergency to let know that you are safe. Sometimes local lines get busy and it is easier to call out of area folks. With a little preparation you will be ready for a power outage or whatever weather this winter brings.

Have a happy and safe Holiday Season! Any questions? Contact Julie at (360) 733-4030 x1025.

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Blaine - Birch Bay Park & Recreation District #2

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TAI JI (Blaine Pavilion) Instructors: Graham Hunter and Sandy Brewer Saturdays 8:00am - 10:00am The first hour is Tai Ji Sword which combines Tai Ji movements with slow moving sword positions. The second hour is practice in Tai Ji routines beyond the basic 8-Form sequence. $5 drop-in fee. ZUMBA in the Circuit (Blaine Pavilion) Instructor: Christina Winkler Wednesdays 9:00am - 10:00am Warm up with Zumba Latin dance moves. The class then alternates between dance tracks and choreographed condition tracks of the various muscle groups: biceps, triceps, core & lower body all to Zumba’s Latin inspired music. ZUMBA Fitness (Blaine Pavilion) Instructor: Christina Winkler Fridays 9:00am - 10:00am Inspired by the traditional cumbia, salsa and merengue music, ZUMBA is one of the fastest growing, dance based fitness crazes in the country.

Ballroom Dance (Blaine Senior Center) Instructors: Megan and Wendy Bloom Tuesdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm NO CLASS DECEMBER 24 & 31 Learn the different styles of ballroom dance with professional instructors. The Waltz, Rumba, Country 2-Step, and more! Each month features a different dance style. $50 per person for 4 week class or $13 drop in.

Gentle Yoga For Seniors (Blaine Pavilion) Instructor: Maureen Kelly Thursdays 10:30am - 11:30am Saturdays 10:30am - 11:30am Maureen has been teaching yoga locally for over nine years. Her main goal in this field is to help others breathe more fully, increase their balance and flexibility and reduce levels of stress in their lives. $5 drop-in fee.

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Classes offered at the Pavilion Drop-in fee is $3 or purchase a Punch card "Buy 5 classes for $15, get 1 FREE!”

*BBBPR2 now accepts Silver Sneakers, Silver & Fit, and United Health Care (AARP) Insurance. Please contact the Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District office for details and eligibility at (360) 656-6416.

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