Senior Monongalians, Inc. is open
Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Info: 296-9812. Lunch is served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday at the nutrition site.
Senior Monongalians, Inc.,
Visit www.seniormons.org for menus and
activities—posted weekly.
A caregiver support group meets
from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., the third Wednesday of each month at the senior
center. All caregivers invited. Info: Sue at 296-9812.
There are openings in the
The
String of Pearls is a chorus-line dance troupe that believes you can still kick
it up at any age. If you would like the
String of Pearls to perform at your function or party, call Donna at 599-4286.
If a
red hat and a purple dress are calling your name, become one of the Purple
Pansies, our Red Hat Society Chapter.
For more information, call 292-7946.
View a
schedule of events and trips, interesting articles, along with fun photos each
week in Reflections. Reflections can be
found on the center page of the TV Week insert of the Dominion Post Sunday
edition.
The Menu
Monday, March 17th
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McGillicutty soup, beef & cabbage with O’Brian potatoes, a bit o’
green salad, hot blarney rolls, and pot o’ gold dessert
Tuesday, March 18th
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Baked chicken with wild rice, broccoli-cauliflower salad, wheat bread,
mandarin oranges
Wednesday, March 19th
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Pineapple glazed ham, scalloped potatoes,
broccoli, bunny buns, and Easter bunny dessert
Thursday, March 20th
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Hearty mild chili with crackers, tossed salad, corn muffin, orange
Jell-P with fruit
Friday, March 21st
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Cheese omelet, breakfast potatoes, sliced
tomatoes, yogurt cup, juice, and milk
Activities:
**Monday, March 17th: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Active for Life Exercise Program – This is a very low impact exercise program that can be done standing or sitting. This class is conducted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. A doctor’s release is required before beginning the program.
**Monday, March 17th: 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Nondenominational Bible Study – Each week local clergy members discuss a variety of Bible topics.
**Monday, March 17th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Free Fun Bingo – Join in the fun and see if you can bingo first. Donations of small individually wrapped gifts are welcome and appreciated.
**Monday, March 17th: 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Celebration – Be sure to wear a bit o’ green and celebrate all things Irish with us during our annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.
**Monday, March 17th: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Tea Party – Sit down to a delicious cup of flavored tea, a goody or two, and stimulating conversation with friends during our Afternoon Tea Party.
**Tuesday, March 18th: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Free Vital Signs Clinic - Monitor your health by having your blood pressure, pulse, and weight levels checked by our registered nurse.
**Tuesday, March
18th: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Smart Cooking Class
– Belinda Owens from the County Extension Office will teach you how to make
healthy choices in your nutrition. She
will also demonstrate how to prepare a delicious and nutritious entrée. This 6-week
class is free to baby boomers and seniors.
**Tuesday, March 18th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00
a.m.
Easter egg coloring – Get into the spirit of Easter by decorating Easter eggs. A variety of colors and decorating options will be available. This activity is free to baby boomers and seniors.
**Tuesday, March 18th: 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
**Wednesday, March 19th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00
a.m.
Active for Life Exercise Program – This is a very low impact exercise program that can be done standing or sitting. This class is conducted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. A doctor’s release is required before beginning the program.
**Wednesday, March 19th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30
a.m.
Winter Bowling – Get into the swing of things with our video bowling.
**Wednesday, March 19th: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30
p.m.
Easter Luncheon - Have a hipity,
hopity good time at our annual Easter Luncheon.
This year’s festivities include an Easter bonnet contest and a
traditional Easter meal. The bonnet
contest hops off at 11:00 a.m.
**Wednesday, March 19th: 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Rotating Bridge – Circulate around the room as you play a
few hands of
**Thursday, March 20th: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00
a.m.
Free Vital Signs Clinic - Monitor your health by having your blood pressure, pulse, and weight levels checked by our registered nurse.
**Thursday, March 20th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00
a.m.
Free Fun Bingo – Join in the fun and see if you can bingo first. Donations of small individually wrapped gifts are welcome and appreciated.
**Friday, March 21st: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Active for Life Exercise Program – This is a very low impact exercise program that can be done standing or sitting. This class is conducted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. A doctor’s release is required before beginning the program.
**Friday, March 21st: 10:0 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Winter Bowling – Get into the swing of things with our video bowling.
Upcoming Events
**Tuesday, April
1st: 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Planning for Nursing
Home & In-Home Care – Attorney Brent VanDeysen will discuss how to legally
protect your assets before a transition into a nursing home or in-home care is
required. Please bring your questions.
2008 Chartered Bus
Trips
**Wednesday,
March 26th
**Wednesday, June
11th
**August 31st
– September 6th
**September 15th-18th
Biltmore Estates
& Ashville, NC – Visit one of
All trips are
subject to change or cancellation by Senior Monongalians.