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What's going on at TCC 2 Computer Classes 6 Health Services 7 Support Groups 8 For Your Information 12 Volunteer Corner 14
Coming Events 15 Fitness 15 Events by Category 15 Kiwanis Korner 21 Daily Happenings 22 Calendar 23
Thompson Community Center
820 W. College Ave.
Appleton, WI 54914
Phone: (920) 225-1700
A program of:
Website:
www.thompsoncenter.org
“The Thompson Community
Center is committed to enhanc-
ing the quality of life of aging
adults through a collaborative
network of activities and
services that focus on improving
emotional, intellectual, physical,
social and spiritual wellness.”
Normal Business Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
A monthly periodical of events at the Thompson Community Center The Programs and Services are sponsored by the YMCA, Thompson Community Center/ Lutheran Social Services and other community partners.
March 2013 Volume 20• Issue 3
TCC Bridge
Inside this Issue
Hearing Loop available in Ogilvie Hall at TCC.
The Thompson Center 820 W. College Ave., Appleton
*Limited Seating *
For information call 225-1700
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m.
Entertainment to follow Fill out order form found inside to order tickets
Cost $10.00 Menu Chicken Kiev
Vegetable, Potato
Dessert & Coffee
Tickets available at
Music of 50s 60s 70s
Featuring
The Del Rays Friday, April 5
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TONY’S TIME
We Are What We Eat And Do I just read an article in Readers Digest
that referenced recent studies of insu-
lin and its impact on dementia and memory. The
article indicated that until recently insulin was be-
lieved to have been the main purpose of regulat-
ing blood sugar. It is now believed that the hor-
mone helps neurons in the brain utilize glucose
(sugar) for energy and regulates brain chemicals
for memory and learning. It is also important for
the function of blood vessels which supply the
brain with oxygen and glucose.
This article continues to explain the theory that
frequently consuming higher fatty and sugar
foods can result in high insulin levels. Constantly
high insulin levels in turn overwhelm the brain
which impairs the ability to think and form memo-
ries before leading to permanent neural dam-
age. The article points out that this research is in
its early stages and suggests that a bad diet
may set the wheels in motion for brain degener-
ation. With this said, researchers are currently
investigating whether certain diabetes drugs can
improve Alzheimer’s symptoms by regulating in-
sulin. This research suggests that “maintaining a
healthy weight and lifestyle may help deter cog-
nitive decline”.
It seems that we don’t have to look too hard to-
day to find published information that tells us
good physical and mental health is strongly cor-
related to healthy eating and good physical ac-
tivity. The Thompson Community Center has
many classes that promote good physical health
and a nutritious lunch at our Thompson Café of-
fered on Tuesday through Thursday can contrib-
ute to good mental health as well. We invite you
to take a class at TCC and enjoy a nutritious lunch
either before or after your class with members of
your class. Friendship and companionship also go
a long way in maintaining good mental health. Here’s wishing you good health!
Sincerely,
Tony Gonzalez
MOVIE Tuesday, March 26 1:15 pm Cost $2.00 “HOPE SPRINGS” Long-married couple Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones)
love each other, but after so many years to-
gether, Kay feels the need to spice things up
and reconnect with her husband. Hearing of a
renowned marriage counselor (Steve Carell) in
the town of Great Hope Springs, Kay manages
to persuade her stubborn mate to attend a re-
treat with her. As they shed their bedroom
hang-ups, Kay and Arnold find the real chal-
lenge is reigniting the spark that originally
brought them together. PG-13. 90 minutes
S A V E T H E D A T E!
Resilience: Aging in a Dementia-Friendly Community The Fox Valley Memory Project invites you to listen to nationally acclaimed speakers and experts on healthy aging and dementia. Dr. Marc Agronin: “Aging With Resilience” Dr. Ab Desai: “Living Positively With Dementia”
Information on the Fox Valley Memory Project and a reception to follow. What: A Community Event When: Thursday, April 4, 2013 6:00-8:30 pm Where: The Grand Meridian 2621 N. Oneida St., Appleton, WI
Admission is free but reservations are required. Reserve a seat by calling 920-225-1700, at the Thompson Community Center in Appleton
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Join us for dinner & great entertainment! Featuring
The Easy Pieces Band Friday, March 8
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner served at 6 p.m. Entertainment to follow
Cost only $10.00 for a delicious dinner & entertainment
Menu: Baked or Fried Fish, Vegetable, Potato Dessert & Coffee
Tickets: On sale now at the Thompson Center 820 W. College Ave., Appleton
* Limited Seating * For information call 225-1700
St. Patrick’s Lunch
Noon to 2 p.m.
Monday, March 18
Welcome back to the Thompson Center
Bill Clancy Serving:
Corned Beef, Cabbage, Boiled Potatoes, Carrots, Dessert & Coffee
All this plus awesome entertainment
For only $10.00 per person
Tickets on sale now at the front desk at the Thompson Center
Call 225 –1700 for ticket sale information
Sponsored by Manor Care & TCC Civic League
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Order 4/5 Dinner tickets by mail! Send form
with payment (check made out to TCC), and
self-addressed, stamped envelope. Order early - limited seating!
Name_________________________________ Phone number___________________________ Address________________________________ City_______________ State_____Zip_______
Number of tickets ___________ @ $10.00 ea.
Amount Enclosed_________________
Mail to: TCC Ticket Sales
820 W. College Ave
Appleton, WI 54914
Civic League Annual Spring Luncheon
Monday, May 6
Theme - “Color My World”
Entertainment - Cookee
More information in April newsletter
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YMCA CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION Check each class description to determine class
length in weeks. Classes meet once or twice
weekly.
Advance registration is appreciated. Y classes at TCC are all fee based.
Y Membership Info: The Y partners with several local insurers to offer free or low-cost member-
ships that promote health and well-being for eli-
gible seniors and active older adults. Call the Y
membership office at 920-954-7605 for more
information about these collaborations.
YMCA membership is open to everyone. Includ-
ed in membership are many free land and water
fitness classes, free personal Fitness Program for
adults, free fitness evaluation, a free orientation
to cardiovascular and weight equipment, and
use of a host of facilities at the 5 Fox Cities
branches. At the Y, no one is turned away for
membership because of inability to pay.
For all classes marked with a YMCA logo,
register in person with cash, check, or
credit card (Discover, MasterCard, Visa) at any
YMCA of the Fox Cities, or on-line with a credit
card at www.ymcafoxcities.org. You may also
register by phone with a credit card by calling
739-6135. Advance registration for all YMCA classes is appreciated. For updated schedules or more information, contact 954-7610 or call
the TCC Front Desk at 225-1700. Pick up a
YMCA program book at the Y or the TCC lobby
for policies and procedures. If you’ve registered
for a class and it does not hold, your money is
refunded.
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR ALL YMCA PROGRAMS Session Dates
Winter 2 - February 25 - April 14 Spring - April 15 - May 31
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Internet Exploration & Resources Not a beginner class. Attendees should
know the basics of using a web browser and how
to send and receive email; this class will build up-
on that knowledge. The specific topics to be cov-
ered in class will, in large part depend on what
the class members want to know more about. If it
has to do with the internet, let’s explore it! Topics
could include: using online search engines, email
attachments, social networking sites like Face-
book and blogging. Suggestions for additional
Internet topics to be covered in class are wel-
come. Up to nine hours of instruction. Six weeks in
length.
Thursdays 1:00-2:30 p.m. Begins Thursday, February 28 Next session begins Thursday, April 18
Cost: $59
MS Word 301 (Private Instruction) Increase proficiency with Microsoft Office
Word. Learn and prepare a business letter,
memos and other documents. Students should al-
ready know the basics of MSWord and be com-
fortable typing. Not for the novice. Contact the
Appleton YMCA Adult Department.
tals of MSOffice. Students should be familiar
with general computer use and comfortable us-
ing a keyboard and mouse. Up to ten hours of
instruction. 2 ½ weeks in length. Evenings only.
Tuesday/Thursdays 6:30-8:30 p.m. Begins Tuesday, February 26 Next session begins Tuesday, April 16
Cost: $59
Computer 201 This class is for students who use their com-
puters on a regular basis, who understand their
mouse, their keyboard – but who encounter ob-
stacles and would like to learn more about par-
ticular features. Up to 18 hours of instruction. Six
weeks in length.
Monday/Wednesday Begins Monday, February 25 Afternoon classes 1:00-2:30 p.m. Evening Class 6:30-8:00 p.m. Next session begins Monday, April 15
Cost: $89
Computer 101 An introductory class on the very basics of
computer skills and operations. This class will
help you increase your comfort level with com-
puters. Up to 18 hours of instruction. Six weeks in
length.
Monday/Wednesday Morning classes 10:30 a.m. – Noon Begins Monday, February 25 Next session begins Monday, April 15
Cost: $89
The Appleton YMCA offers small group computer
classes of no more than 8 adult students.
Instruction is offered using desktop personal com-
puters. Operating systems currently available
include Windows XP, VISTA, Windows 2007 and
Windows 8. Versions of Microsoft Office availa-
ble include MS 2003 and MS 2010. For all clas-
ses beyond the introductory level (C101), the in-
structor reserves the right to refer students to the
appropriate level course. Students who prefer
to use a personal laptop computer may bring it
to class; please call the Adult Department at 920
- 954-7610 to let us know in advance. See class registration information above. All classes are held at TCC.
COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS
NEW!
Windows 8 – From Square One
An introduction to the basics of Windows 8 for
users of all skill levels. You must bring to class a
laptop computer running the Windows 8 oper-
ating system. The class size is limited to 7 stu-
dents. Up to 9 hours of instruction.
Thursday 10:30 a.m. – Noon.
Begins Thursday, March 7 for six weeks
Cost: $74
Computer 150 This is an overview of Microsoft Office including
the basic uses of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
The class is best suited for job seekers or em-
ployees who would like to know the fundamen-
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Private Computer Instruction/Tutorials if you prefer to have an instructor/teacher spend
time with just you, contact the Appleton YMCA
Adult Department at 920-954-7610 about pri-
vate instruction. Private and individualized in-
struction from the introductory level to custom-
ized help with more advanced topics is availa-
ble. Any subject covered above can be taught
privately. If you have a particular need (with
computer basics, Internet or Microsoft Office), let
our experienced instructors provide targeted as-
sistance.
Online Digital Photo Management using Picasa This class presents and overview of the software
PICASA, a program for organizing and editing
digital photos. Learn how to download and in-
stall the program, plus discover the basics of us-
ing PICASA. (This is not a class in digital photog-
raphy.)
1:00-3:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 19
Cost: $16
Digital Photo Transfer – From Camera to Computer Learn how to move your photos from your cam-
era to your computer. Bring your camera and its
computer interface (connection device –either
cord or card) to class. If you have a laptop and
you know how to use it to find and manage files,
bring it to use during class.
10:00 a.m. - Noon Tuesday, March 19
Cost: $16
MS Excel 301 ( Private Instruction) Increase your knowledge with formulas,
formatting, financial function and data tables
with Excel. Students should know the basics of
MS Word and be able to transition easily to Ex-
cel. Not for beginners. Contact the Appleton
YMCA Adult Department.
Health Services
WALK-IN HEALTH CLINIC The nurse is available to provide services such as
blood pressure checks, blood sugar checks, medi-
cation reviews, and answers to general health
questions. Services are available on a walk-in
basis. The Wellness clinic is open:
Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday 9:00 - 10 a.m.
and 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Feel free to call the clinic with anyquestions, 225-
1759.
FOOTCARE The LSS registered nurse has received special
training in foot care, and can assess feet, toenails
and lower legs, discussing any concerns that are
observed. The assessment includes pulses, inspec-
tion between the toes and the bottom of the feet,
and checking for sensation. The nurse uses both a
nippers and a dremel with specialized bits to trim
and reshape the nails. A foot massage, including
the application of lotion finishes the toenail care.
Foot Care at the Thompson Center: This service is available to anyone. Appointments are availa-
ble Monday through Thursday. The cost is
$25. New clients pay an additional $5 fee for
their first visit. To arrange an appointment at the
Thompson Center, call 920-225-1727
Foot Care in the Home: This service is for Out-agamie County residents age 60 and older who
are not able to use community foot care clinics
throughout the county. Appointments are sched-
uled Tuesdays and Wednesdays. LSS offers this
service in collaboration with the Aging and Disa-
bility Resource Center, Outagamie County
Branch. This service is funded by the Federal
Older Americans Act. Participants may donate
toward the cost of the service. Call 225-1722 to
make an appointment for foot care in the home.
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MEDICATION CHECK 2nd Wednesday of every month 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. A Registered Pharmacist from Walgreens will
be available, by appointment, to check your
medications. Bring in all your medications with
their original containers. The Walgreens phar-
macist will explained to you how these medica-
tions work, why, and if the medications are com-
patible. Each appointment will be 15 minutes.
Please call 225-1700 to schedule an appoint-
ment.
Support Groups & Services Cont.
“WE CAN HELP”
Information and Assistance for older
Adults and their families.
SENIOR CONNECTION
225-1705
820 W. College Ave., Appleton 54914
(A service of Lutheran Social Services)
APPOINTMENTS ARE APPRECIATED
NUTRITION PRESENTATION Tuesday, March 12 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. $2.00 donation suggested
Lilana Ramirez, a Dietitian student from UWGB
will be doing a presentation on how to eat
healthy without breaking the budget and will al-
so be discussing the types of foods a diabetic
individual should be eating.
Call TCC front desk at 225-1700 to sign up.
LAB DAY MONDAY, APRIL 8 8:00 - 11a.m. By appointment Thompson Community Center All individuals obtaining a test of
any kind pay $2.85 for the blood draw. If you
have multiple test, the $2.85 is charged once.
The price list below do NOT include the $2.85
blood draw charge.
Wellness Panel (requires 12 hr fast) $12.40
CBC (Complete Blood Count) $6.35
TSH (Thyroid) $13.90
A1C (Blood Glucose-3mo. 12hr fast) $13.80
May get one or more tests.
Clinic will be open on Thursday, April 11, from 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.to pick up and go over lab results. Please call for an appointment. (920) 225-
1700
Legal Questions??
Volunteer lawyers are now available to provide guidance on such matters as long term care, estate planning, powers of attorney and other legal is-sues concerning older adults and/or their family caregivers. Appointments are necessary and available on the first and third Monday morning of each month. Call Senior Connection at 225-1705 to schedule an appointment. There is no charge for the 30 minute appointment, however donations are accepted and appreciated.
TCC is a Welcoming Place...
It’s How We Began as the Welcome Wagon,
It’s Who We Are Today
Recognize our visitors. They want to be wel-comed. Provide a smile or friendly greeting.
Greet everyone! Regular participants also need to feel welcomed.
Anticipate the newcomers. Watch for participants who appear lost, confused, anxious or quiet. Remember how difficult it can be to be alone in a new environment.
Help everyone connect. If someone is alone, invite him/her into your group. Practice kindness often.
Say goodbye with warmth. Help create the desire to return.
Survey the area. Does it look welcoming and clean? Have you left anything behind and helped keep TCC clean? Please remember to push your chair back under the table to prevent a tripping hazard.
Report back. Report any problems or needs for assistance to the front desk.
Take ownership. This is your community center…welcoming others and keeping it in great shape is everyone’s responsibility.
Keep the Thompson Community Center a warm and
welcoming place!
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VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, March 12
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Is your vision changing? Do you need help learn-
ing new ways of coping with the changes? If you
are, the members of the VIP Support Group
would like to help you. The group meets the
second Tuesday of each month.
There is time to share about individual concerns
during each meeting, and each meeting includes
a program that is informative or fun. The group
convenes from 12:30 to 2:30 in the West
Wing. In the event of questionable weather on
the meeting date, call 225-1714 after 9:30 a.m.
to check on the status of that day’s meeting.
The meetings offer the opportunity for education,
support, and socialization for older adults living
with vision loss of any type. If you are interested
in joining the group, please call 225-1714 for
more information.
VOLUNTEER RESPITE
The Volunteer Respite program provides a break
to caregivers of Outagamie County who are old-
er than or caring for somebody at least 60 years
old. A trained volunteer provides supervision to
allow the caregiver a break. It is usually a
weekly commitment of up to three hours. If you
are interested in having or being a Respite vol-
unteer, please call 225-1704.
ELDER MATCH
This program matches trained volunteers with
older adults who are in need of companionship,
friendship, and social interaction. Visits are
weekly and flexible, and involve being a
“Friendly Visitor”, or a “VIP (visually impaired
person) Reader” or a “Telephone Reassurance”
contact. Volunteers are needed for this program, and are coordinated in cooperation with the Vol-
unteer Center of East Central Wisconsin. If you
are interested in volunteering or having an Elder
Match visitor, please call 225-1704.
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MEMORY CAFÉS Memory Cafés are for those experiencing early
stage dementia, mild memory loss or cognitive
impairment, and for family and friends of those
affected. It’s a great opportunity for lively dis-
cussions, information gathering, refreshments, ca-
maraderie, and lots of creative fun thrown in!
We have a gerontology professional on hand to
answer questions and an enormous wealth of ex-
perience among participants to be shared. We’d
be delighted if you would join us! Call Betty at
225-1711 for more information.
Saturday, March 2, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
LSS Adult Day Center at the Thompson Communi-
ty Center, 820 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI
Join us for an old fashioned sing a long! Lynda
Zimmerman, Assistant Professor of Music (Piano)
at UW-Fox Valley in Menasha, will share her tal-
ents with us by playing a variety of songs that
range from the early 1900s through the 1950s –
plenty of “oldies but goodies!” We’ll enjoy re-
freshments, great company and lots of laughter.
Whether you are vocally skilled or can’t carry a
tune, it makes no difference. Come sing along!
Thursday, March 7, 2:00 -4:00 p.m.
Atlas Coffee Mill and Café, 425 W. Water St.,
Appleton, WI (In the Paper Discovery Center
building)
Welcome, refreshments, and fun! The fabulous
“Kiwanis Four” will be entertaining us with a great
selection of their favorite songs. We can’t wait to
hear their beautiful voices and lively harmonizing!
And of course we’ll have plenty of time for coffee,
treats and good conversation.
Saturday, March 16, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
LSS Adult Day Center at the Thompson Communi-
ty Center, 820 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI
*** BRAND NEW MEMORY CAFÉ OPENING! ***
Monday, March 18, 1:30 –3:30 p.m.
Neenah Public Library, 240 E. Wisconsin Ave.,
Neenah, WI
Welcome, getting to know you and what kind of
fun would we like to have? Come join us for our
very first Memory Café at the Neenah Public Li-
brary! We’ll have some icebreaker activities and
will brainstorm together to come up with program
and activity ideas and “adventures to be had” in
2013. We’ll be on our way to enjoying interesting
experiences together and making new friends. We
can’t wait to meet you!
Thursday, March 21, 2:00 -4:00 p.m.
Atlas Coffee Mill and Café, 425 W. Water St.,
Appleton, WI (In the Paper Discovery Center
building)
Come join us for the game of “Let’s Make a Deal!”
Students from the Fox Valley Technical College,
who are in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Pro-
gram, will be hosting this event and we can’t wait
to meet them and “play with them!” We’ll have
prizes, refreshments and lots of fun together!
Note: If assistance is needed to participate,
please bring with you someone to help. Regard-
ing inclement weather: If the Appleton Public
Schools close, we will not hold a Memory Café
that day. If it’s a Saturday and the Memory Ca-
fé is cancelled, a message to that effect will be
left at least 2 hours prior to the scheduled café
start time at (920)225-1711.
Memory Cafés are a program of the Fox Valley Memory Project and are
funded by a grant from the Basic Needs Giving Partnership Fund within
the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region supported by the
U.S. Venture Fund for Basic Needs, the J.J. Keller Foundation and other
community partners; the Helen Bader Foundation; and the Rotary Club of
Appleton.
ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA FAMILY CARE-
GIVER SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, March 27
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
For family members helping someone with an Alz-
heimer’s and dementia diagnosis. Held at the
Thompson Community Center. Questions? Call
225-1704.
Pastor Martin Ruge and the “ Rhythmettes” will be
coming to tap their way right into our hearts! They
will take us on a sentimental journey of old and
dear songs. They range in age from “50 to 95”
and their motto is “We’re still kicking but not as
high!” We’ll enjoy some visiting, sharing, and in-
formation gathering as well. We’ll see you there!
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LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES SIDE-BY-SIDE A substance abuse treatment program de-signed specially for those ages 55 and over at the Thompson Center
AA Thursdays at 12:45
QUICK FACTS ABOUT SUBSTANCE ABUSE….. Substance abuse, particularly of alcohol and
prescription drugs, is one of the fastest grow-
ing health problems facing older adults. Even
as the number of older adults suffering from
these disorders climbs, the situation remains
underestimated, under identified, underdiag-
nosed and undertreated. Until relatively re-
cently, alcohol and prescription drug misuse,
which affects up to 17 percent of older
adults, was not discussed in either the sub-
stance abuse or the gerontological literature.
Many people link alcohol abuse to college stu-
dents engaged in binge drinking. However,
alcohol abuse in older adults often goes un-
detected. For example, few realize widowers
over age 75 have the highest rate of alcohol-
ism in the country. It is not widely known that
alcohol-related problems put older Americans
in the hospital more often than heart attacks.
Family and medical personnel often miss signs of
alcohol abuse in older adults.
Aging changes the way bodies metabolize alco-
hol. Furthermore, as people age, they tend to
require an increased number of medications
to stay healthy. Medications and alcohol can
be a dangerous combination without diligence
and oversight.
Mixing alcohol with prescription and over-the-
counter drugs such as tranquilizers, sleeping
pills, pain killers or antihistamines can be very
dangerous, even fatal. For example, aspirin
can cause bleeding in the stomach and intes-
tines; when aspirin is combined with alcohol,
the risk of bleeding is much higher.
There are two types of problem drinkers – chron-
ic and situational. Chronic abusers have been
heavy drinkers for many years. Although
many chronic abusers die by middle age,
some live well into old age. Older problem
drinkers are in this group.
Other people may develop a drinking problem
late in life, often because of "situational"
Share the Care:
Share the Care is a process that helps individuals
and families broaden their circle of support by
engaging family members, friends, co-workers,
church members and others in helping to support
an individual as they age or during a serious ill-
ness. This presentation explains the process and
how to get started. March 20, 5 p.m. to reserve
your spot, please contact the ADRC Outagamie
Branch; 920-832-5178, 866-739-2372, or
email [email protected]. Location for the
Share the Care program is the Thompson Com-
munity Center.
factors such as retirement, lowered income, fail-
ing health, loneliness or the death of friends or
loved ones. At first, having a drink brings relief,
but later it can turn into a problem. The good
news is that older problem drinkers have a
strong chance for recovery because once they
decide to seek help they usually stay with treat-
ment programs. A family doctor or clergy mem-
ber can provide information and support. A local
health department or social services agency also
can help.
If you have questions about alcohol or drug use,
call Rebecca Green @ 920-225-1713 - (Source:
SAMSHA)
THRIVING CAREGIVER EVENING Wednesday, March 13 5:30 -7:30 p.m. in the Adult Day Services area Meal begins at 5:30. $6.00 suggested dona-
tion.
TimeSlips. Learn about the TimeSlips program
developed at UW Milwaukee, and what it can
mean for you and the person you are help-
ing. Join us as our own expert, Sarah Ham-
mond, shares her knowledge and helps us with
activities that we can use as home.
RSVP by March 11 to 225-1704
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For Your Information
Do you need a ride to a physician’s office, or
the beauty shop? Do you need to do errands on
a weekly basis? This program’s vision is to pro-
vide a central location with comprehensive infor-
mation on transportation options for the disa-
bled individual and older adult. We can pro-
vide information & assistance to clients and their
families in Outagamie, Calumet and Winnebago
County. One way we can assist the older adult
in the Fox Cities is through a volunteer driver
program called “Senior Wheels”. For those cli-
ents who wish to use the public bus systems we
can provide a “Bus Buddy” to assist them in
greater coordination and collaboration. Our
hope is to improve access to transportation for
those individuals who cannot drive any longer.
Do you like to drive? Enjoy helping others? Can
you donate ½ day a month? We are always
looking for volunteer drivers!
Please contact staff at Making the Ride Happen
at 225-1719 or toll free 1-888-200-0576.
Office hours are 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday
– Friday.
MAKING THE RIDE HAPPEN
TCC expresses sincere thanks and heartfelt ap-
preciation for the donation recently received in
memory of Lorin M Heimerl
Do you know of a TCC participant who is in the
hospital or has lost a loved one? Please call
Ruth Rucks, our Sunshine Lady, at 733-6570
and she will send a card from TCC.
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YMCA Trip Information
YMCA BUS TRIPS SHORTS
Trips have a wide variety of mobility require-
ments. Trips may fill quickly. Registration now
open at any YMCA of the Fox Cities, online at
www.ymcafoxcities.org or by phone with a credit
card at 920-739-6135 for the trips below.
The 2013 Bus Booklet will be available in March.
In the meantime, pick up trip fliers in the TCC or
YMCA lobbies. Bus trips make great gifts!
CHICAGO FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW
Tuesday, March 12
Inside at the 2013 Chicago Flower and Garden
Show at Navy Pier, everything will be in full
bloom. This year’s theme is “The Art of Garden-
ing” and the show will feature a number of dis-
plays, demonstrations, flower designs, interactive
classes, and more by the industry’s leading pro-
fessionals to bring that theme to life.
REAL PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN
Milwaukee Public Museum
Thursday, April 4
Ahoy, Mateys! Experience the Golden Age of
Piracy aboard the Whydah, one of the most suc-
cessful pirate ships of her day, captured on her
maiden voyage by legendary pirate Sam Bella-
my and his crew.
BADGER BAND SPRING EXTRAVAGANZA
Saturday, April 20
Put on your Badger red and white and enjoy the
UW Marching Band at the Kohl Center in Madi-
son. Early registration recommended for this trip;
limited seating available for this Saturday night
show.
MILWAUKEE ICONS AND CRUISE
Wednesday, May 15
Travel to Milwaukee to experience the city from
a different view as you enjoy a lunch cruise.
Then, visit the historic East Side and some fasci-
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CIVIC LEAGUE Are you looking for friendship, fun and a chance to volunteer? Civic League is the place for you! Assist with the planning of dinners, dances, holi-
day events and so much more, serve at potlucks
and other events, help with decorating or mak-
ing desserts. Volunteer once a week, once a
month or every now and then. You will love
this group of ladies! Meetings are held the
second Tuesday of each month beginning in
September. If you would like information on
how you can become a part of the TCC Civic
League please call 225-1756.
Need a gift idea?
Gift Certificates for TCC
activities, foot care, etc.
are great gifts!
Ask at TCC front desk.
Need a perfect gift for anyone? Weddings,
Anniversaries, Birthdays or just because you
care! Cookbooks make great gifts! Civic League Cookbooks are available to
purchase at the front desk at the
Thompson Center.
Delicious recipes, great price!
Only $8.50
Volunteer Blue Forms
To all Thompson Center Volunteers – Thank you for
all you do!
Please fill out the blue volunteer form each month total-
ing your volunteer hours at Thompson Center. The
forms are located across from the receptionist desk.
Drop off your completed forms at the receptionist desk
or mail them to: Thompson Community Center - Atten-
tion: Nanci
820 W. College Ave. Appleton. If you have any ques-
tions please call Nanci at 225-1756
Caps for Kids Will meet the last Monday of the month - Jan-uary thru May at 9 a.m. at the Thompson Cen-ter If you love to knit or crochet join Caps for Kids. Call Nanci at 225-1756 information.
Volunteer Corner
SPOTLIGHT ON VOLUNTEERS
THANK YOU THOMPSON CENTER NEWSLETTER ASSEMBLY AND DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS
YOU ARE VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!
Each month over 3,000 Thompson Center Newsletters are assembled and delivered throughout the Fox Valley. The Thompson Cen-ter (TCC) Bridge goes out to doctor offices, retail
stores, restaurants, churches, living complexes,
assisted living, etc. It is one of our most im-
portant tools to maintain contact with TCC partic-
ipants and potential participants. The Bridge
provides the Fox Valley community with infor-
mation on all the services and programs the TCC
offers. It also updates readers on special events,
speakers, deadlines, fund-raising efforts, our Ca-
fé menu, contact information, volunteer opportu-
nities and so much more.
Without our valuable newsletter assembly & delivery volunteers this would not be possible. Newsletter Assembly volunteers Marilyn Orvedahl, Gerry Fiebelkorn, Doris Jan-
sen, Boots Precourt, Mary Lou Thiel, June
Clausen, Martha Fowler.
Newsletter Delivery volunteers
Alice Green, Boots Precourt, Dean Kamp, Don &
Eileen Herrling, Don & Roberta Shedden, Don
Buxton, Doris Popp, Evelyn Mollinueau, Frank
Haas, Fred Burdett ,George Hahn ,Gerry Fiebel-
korn, Gladys Brooker, Jackie Gonzalez, Len
Lindgren, Lois Dennik, Maureen Radtke, Phyliss
Duquette, R. Brinkman, Yvonne Vandenberg,
Jean & all the L.I.F.E. volunteers, Sue Grosenick
with the YMCA, Civic League Members: Jan Lar-
son, Sharon Bauer, Marlene Haas, Kathy Shel-
don, Marilyn Peterson, Nancy Peterson, Shirley
Shorey, Shirley Hanford, Maria Jaloszynski, Sa-
rah Long-Radloff, Joyce Reich, Marilyn Gebhart,
Sue Arnoldussen
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SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES AT TCC
March 2 – Good Time Dutchmen Polkas, Waltzes, Fox Trots
March 23 – Scott Sadro Polkas, Waltzes, Country
April 13 – Arlie Schneider Variety of music, Country, Waltzes, Polkas, Rum-
bas
April 27 – Mader Brothers Polkas, Waltzes, Country/Western, Rock ‘n Roll
May 4 - The Heritage Jazz Band Pop and Big Band Selections from 20s - 50s,
Dixieland Songs and Ballads
May 18 – Music By Vicki Ballroom, Waltzes, 50s, 60s current
Cost $5 - Pay at the door
Doors open at 6:30, Dance starts at 7:00 p.m.
Events by Category
INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCE
Fridays, 11:00-11:45 a.m. Cost: $4.00
ADVANCED LINE DANCE Thursdays, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Cost: $4.00
RUGE TAP DANCE Tuesdays, 5 - 6:00 p.m. Cost $2.00
FITNESS
TAPPERCIZE Mondays AND Wednesdays 5:00pm – 6:00pm Attend one class a week or both - your choice. $2.00 per class To Broadway Music Tap Dancin' fun for adults! Tap dance learning through repetition. Tap to the
best loved melodies of all times. Broadway Clas-
sics such as Singing In the Rain & New York, New
York. For those with much, little or no previous
tap experience. Come join this NEW class taught
by dance instructor Joanie Nuernberg. TCC UPCOMING Mark your calendars for Great Movies, Awesome Entertainment, Deli-cious Food
Movies Tuesday, April 30
Tuesday, May 28
Potlucks Monday, April 15 with Pastor Ruge
Monday, May 20 with the TCC Choirs
Civic League Annual Spring Luncheon Monday, May 6 – Theme - “Color My World”
Entertainment: Cookee.
More information to come in April newsletter
Dinner - Show - Friday, April 5 – The DelRays
JOYFUL QI GONG Fridays 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Begins March 1 Next 7-week session begins April 19 Cost: $38 Enjoy a gentle workout where students concen-
trate, breathe and move. A mind-body class
where movement is freer than in some Tai Chi
classes. Practitioners experience greater aware-
ness, calm, relaxation as well as stretching and
strengthening their bodies. Qi Gong can be
learned and practiced by people of all ages
and most physical conditions.
BEGINNING LINE DANCE Fridays, 10:00-10:45 a.m. Cost: $4.00
Beginner line dance class - Dance to a
variety of music and dances. Meet new people
and get some exercise.
T'AI CHI Therapy Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Begins February 28 Next 7-week session begins April 18 Cost: $28 An introductory class suitable for seniors, refresh-
er students and other individuals new to the dis-
cipline. Students learn a “form”, moving from one
position to the next very slowly, maintaining a
neutral posture. It’s relaxing and has proven
health benefits. T’ai Chi is a way to achieve
mental and physical balance through graceful
exercise.
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Fee payable beginning of class by cash or check made out to TCC. No registration necessary – drop-in’s welcome.
Yoga Therapeutics for Surviving Breast Cancer
Wednesdays
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $10.00
Savor lighthearted evenings to nurture & revital-
ize. With caring support &
experienced guidance, learn tools to: gain
broader understanding mentally, widen
perspectives emotionally, & facilitate physical
stamina, strength, flexibility, & range of mo-
tion. Uncover the inner wisdom of healing, know-
ing as an individual, you will learn therapeutic
techniques customized to support your well-
being. A warm welcome to all who have been
recently diagnosed, are undergoing chemothera-
py &/or radiation, have had a lumpectomy, or
reconstructive surgery, & those that have survived
breast cancer for years. Discover how you
can feel vibrant & joyful through mindfulness &
movement of therapeutic yoga.
Prenatal Yoga
Wednesdays
6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Cost: $10.00
Nurture yourself and the little one on the way,
whether preparing to become pregnant or cur-
rently in any term of pregnancy. Support your
physical & emotional well-being via attuned yo-
gic prenatal guidance to strengthen & soothe the
neuroendocrine, nervous, & musculoskeletal sys-
tem. Learn tools to reduce fatigue, backache,
headache, & digestive concerns among others
while preparing for delivery & life with your new
little one. As each individual evolves through
their pregnancy, care will be taken to bring
mindfulness and breath work into awareness to
support more optimal well-being pre- & postna-
tally as well as during the birth. Yoga props
provided to support safe and effective practice.
Rest & Renew Yoga Thursdays 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM Room: Ogilvie Hall Drop-in: $10.00 Quiet atmosphere with generous time in asanas (positions) • Restorative asanas (positions) to facilitate calm • Centering mindfulness and breath work • Helpful to reduce stress, tension, mental foggi-ness, and emotional overload Revitalizing for immune system and neuroendocrine system .
Yoga: Experienced Beginner & Intermediate Thursdays 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Room: Oglivie Hall Drop-in: $10.00 Explorative practice for experienced yoga stu-dents • Physically diverse asana practice • Mindfulness and breath work Modifications provided for experience level and/or health concerns
Please note Yoga schedule is subject to change. Any unforeseen cancellations will be communicat-ed via phone call, email, or other form. Contact front desk, 225-1700, or Julie Vosters 920-574-0548, [email protected], before your first class, or if you have not been to classes for a few weeks, to confirm schedule.
Gentle Yoga - paced slowly to balance ease with effort for all. Mondays 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $7.00 per class
Yoga Therapeutics - a means to discover and re-cover a greater sense of peace and health with a focus on simplicity and awareness. Thursdays, 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Cost $7.00 per class
YOGA FOR LIFE In this community series, yoga is therapy - your cocktail blend for living well. A warm welcome to those with any health concerns, who have under-gone surgery and/or therapy, and who have the intention to enjoy a vibrant quality of life. Classes take a gentle approach and include modifications and variations to compassionately accommodate and encourage all to feel supported and cared for during practice. Please bring a yoga mat and any
personal props you prefer. Blankets, blocks and
straps will be provided.
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Chair Yoga
Fridays
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $7.00
Gain strength, range of motion, confidence, &
connection to a deeper sense of calm & clarity
with chair based yoga movements, mindfulness,
& breath work. Designed specifically for those
who feel more comfortable using the support of
a chair while seated or standing to develop
greater balance, strength, ease of functioning, &
mental alertness. Excellent for those using a
walker, cane, or simply want to avoid deep knee
or hip bends while participating.
WATER WEDNESDAYS
Wednesdays 1:15 – 2:45 PM
Cost: $2 payable at the YMCA Front Desk
Enjoy the benefits of water walking and lap
swimming at the Appleton YMCA. Experience
greater range of motion in the water and let the
buoyance of the water make you feel lighter.
Socialize with other adults. Bring your swimsuit
and change in the locker room at the Y – or –
wear your suit under your clothes. Then after
your pool time, shower and change back. Men’s
and Women’s locker rooms available with tow-
els, lockers and locks, showers and hairdryers.
Or you may bring your own gear. Car pool to
the YMCA with friends or take advantage of the
YMCA shuttle bus leaving TCC at 1:00 p.m., re-
turns at 3:00 p.m. Please contact the TCC front
desk at 225-1700 to reserve your seat in advance
for a particular Wednesday. See you at the pool!
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SINGING CLASS “Express Yourself in Music”- Thursdays, March 7, 14 April 4, 11, 18 and 25 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Cost: $48/six week session includes all mate-rials per class Call Kathryn at 920-263-0777 for registration & payment. This Singing Class is offered by Kathryn Staley-
Hamm, voice teacher for Mike's Music in Fond du
Lac and American Music Hub in Appleton. Class
is aimed at raising the level of your individual
singing talent in a group setting. With this basic
HALLELUJAH CHORUS Mondays, 9:30 a.m. Cost: $3.00
YOUNG AT HEART SINGERS Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Cost: $3.00
ATTENTION MUSIC LOVERS More men’s voices are needed in both choirs. Please call Ardyth @882-9164 or come to the next rehearsal. Thank you.
ENRICHMENT CLASSES – MUSIC Private Piano Lessons Monday mornings Begins Monday, February 25 Next 7 week session begins April 15 Cost $126 Develop new neural pathways and add life to
your years! Beginner through advanced instruc-
tion for adults. Beginners learn notes, rhythms,
chords and basic theory applications. Janelle is
a 20+ year member of the Music Teachers Na-
tional Association. Call Sue or Jenny at 920-954-
7610 to schedule your time slot.
MUSIC
BALANCE/FLEXIBILITY Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Begins February 26 Next 7-week session begins April 16 Cost: $49 Improve balance, flexibility and core strength
and prevent falls. Perform simple exercises seat-
ed, standing and walking which will move you
into a better physical state. Class participants
notice increased stability and progressively im-
proved balance. All fitness levels will benefit
from this practice.
STRENGTH AND RESISTANCE Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:35 – 9:20 a.m. Begins February 26 Next 7-week session begins April 16 Cost: $49 Learn the basics of strength training using multi-
ple tools (free weights, small weighted balls, ex-
ercise bands) and one’s own body weight. Par-
ticipants can work from a seated position or
standing and according to their own ability level.
Everyone can benefit from strength training and
exercises are adaptable to all fitness levels.
effective in… relieving back pain, boosting im-
mune system, reducing anxiety, lowering blood
pressure and easing post-operative pain. Massage
has a great deal to offer in ameliorating the
aches and pains associated with aging. Along
with exercise and medication, massage can re-
duce symptoms of common osteoarthritis. Enjoy
this relaxing and therapeutic experience!
Massage Therapy at TCC! Thursday, March 21 11:30 a.m. - 1:30p.m. Cost: $15.00/15 minute massage or $30.00/30 minute massage. Call Natalie at(920)419-4264 for registration & payment
Offering: Seated chair massage- massage is done in a spe-
cial massage chair with participant fully clothed.
Session is 15 minutes long.
Table massage- for those who want to lie
down. Will also be fully clothed and sessions
can be either 15 or 30 minutes long.
Hand and foot massage- can be done for 15 or
30 minute sessions with comfortable seating.
Natalie Hert is the owner and massage therapist
for Clinical Massage Center LLC in Apple-
ton. Massage therapy has been proven
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ARTS AND CRAFTS
BASIC WATERCOLORS Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. - noon Cost: $75/six weeks Next class starts April 16 Learn watercolor painting from local artist, Carol
Dercks. Sign up at TCC front desk.
WOODCARVERS I Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - noon, Cost: $2.00 New members welcome.
CROCHET Mondays, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Cost: $2.00
TATTING CLUB 1st Monday of each month, at 9:30 a.m., Cost:
$2.00
The Paint the Master’s Series continues. This fun and relaxing two-hour paint along class
includes paintbrushes, canvas and all the instruc-
tion you need to create a copy of a master Im-
pressionist’s painting to take home! No painting
experience required- really! Anyone who can
follow easy instructions & loves to have fun with
paint are welcome to attend! Each class costs
$25 which is paid to the instructor on the day of
class. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited. Call 608-729-5881 to register and leave a message stating the date of the class, your name and phone number.
Renoir Moulin Huet Bay March 1, Friday 6-8 pm
Still life with Oranges Matisse March 12, Tuesday 6-8 pm
Vase with Poppies Redon March 21, Thursday 6-8 pm
singing approach technique, you can learn to
improve your talent and have fun experiencing
different styles of music. Developing your voice
can give you the confidence and the opportunity
to share your gift with others. A minimum of 6
students will be required to hold the class and a
max. of 12. For more information view her web
site www.purevoice.us
PENCIL PORTRAIT CLASS For the Absolute Beginner at TCC Wednesdays 9 - 11a.m. 6 week class starting March 6 Cost: $75.00/six week session Call Carol at (920)954-0754 (Appleton Inn- Owner) for registration & payment Learn how to draw impressive pencil portraits
from photographs. You will be shown how to
measure and evaluate facial features to accu-
rately draw a likeness with a pencil. Handouts
and all supplies included in the fee. Carole
LeRoy is a local portrait artist whose work has
been displayed at Art in the Park, Trout Museum
Members Show, Richeson’s Appleton Farm Mar-
ket Show and Secura Show 2009. She has a
studio at the Appleton Inn where she specializes
in Pastel Portraits. Broaden your creative and
expressive abilities through this motivating class!
Easter is a promise
God renews to us
each spring. May
the promise of
Easter fill your
heart with peace
and joy.
Happy Easter!
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Ladies' Bible Study Tuesday, 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Cost: $2
Are you looking to draw closer to God? Turning
Point Ladies' Bible Study continues at the Thomp-
son Community Center to help you find answers
to important faith questions. In our short 40-
minute format -- no homework required -- you
will discover what God says and how it applies
to your life today. Make your reservation via
email ([email protected]) or phone (920-
574-2564). Materials provided at no cost.
GAMES
BINGO Wednesdays 12:30-2:30
Nice prizes to win! You can select two cards…
bring up to 3 prizes and you can win up to 3
times In addition, we have “Blackout bingo” -
everyone plays and anyone can win!
POOL Mondays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Cost: $2.00.
Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Cost $2.00
CARD GROUPS AT THE CENTER Cost for all cards: $2.00
Mondays, 8:30 a.m. – Cribbage
Mondays, 12:00 p.m. – Pinochle,
Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m. – Canasta H&F
Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. - Euchre
Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. – Cribbage
Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. – Sheepshead
Fridays, 12:30 p.m. - Bridge (open) & Canasta
SHUFFLEBOARD Thursdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m.,
Cost: $2.00
Shuffleboard is looking for more players - join now, its fun, simple and we’ll teach you how!
CRIBBAGE LESSONS Tuesdays - 9:30 a.m.
If interested, please call Phyllis 733-6801.
Cost: $2.00
SHEEPSHEAD LESSONS Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Cost: $2.00.
If interested, please call Phyllis 733-6801!
ENRICHMENT CLASSES – LANGUAGE SPANISH CLASSES Classes are ongoing. If you are interested
in joining a class already in progress or a new
beginning class, contact the Appleton YMCA
Adult Department at 920-954-7610.
Research shows that learning language develops
new connections in our brains...even when we’re 80
years old. In other words, take a Spanish class!
SPANISH 1 Thursdays 12:45 – 1:45 pm Cost: $105 for 21 weeks
CANASTA HAND AND FOOT Tuesdays & Fridays, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $2.00. 1st time players, please register with
Ila Mae, 788-2256
SPANISH 2 Thursdays 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. $115 for 21 weeks
SPANISH 3 Thursdays 3:30 – 5:00 pm Cost: $125 for 21 weeks
SPECIAL GROUPS
SOCIAL WRITING AND STORYTELLING WRITER’S CLUB Preserve your legacy and tell your story.
Newcomers are welcome.
2nd Monday of each month,
1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Cost: $2.00
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BIBLE STUDY Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - Noon Cost: $2.00 Continuing Beth Moore’s study of “ Seeking the
Heart of God Through a Study of David”. Please
call or e-mail Shirley Mader, the facilitator, to
sign up for the class so we can order enough
study books for everyone. 739-1407 or mapa-
Everyone is welcome to join us.
KIWANIS KORNER The seventy five men and women members of Ki-wanis Club of Appleton-Golden K meet at the Thompson Center on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m., preceded by coffee, juice and donuts @ 9:00 a.m. and the opportunity to purchase coupons worth $10.00 at Blueberry Hill Restau-rant for $8.00.
Our programs for March include an Update on the Fox Locks on the 13, a presentation about the St. Elizabeth Foundation on the 20 and a commu-nity report by Paul Hoffman on the 27. Please join us for one or more of the programs, at no cost. Our April 3 meeting will provide information about Kiwanis activities and programs for youth which we support, which include a Key Club at Appleton High School West and a Circle K club at Lawrence University.
If you have interest in participating with Kiwanis, attend one of our meetings or call Don @ (920) 731-3388.
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Monday 8:30 a.m. Cribbage 9:30 a.m. Hallelujah Chous
10:00 a.m. Side by Side 11:00 a.m. Gentle Yoga 12:00 p.m. Pinochle 12:00 p.m. Canasta Hand & Foot 1:00 p.m. Billiards Crochet 5:00 p.m. Tappercize
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. Sheepshead/Cribbage Lessons (by reservation) 10:30 a.m. Young At Heart Singers 11:00 a.m. Thompson Café
12:00 p.m. Canasta Hand & Foot 1:00 p.m. Billiards 6:15 p.m. Ladies’ Bible study
Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Kiwanis GK 9:30 a.m. Side by Side 11:00 a.m. Thompson Café
1:00 p.m. Euchre 12:30 p.m. Bingo 5:00 p.m. Tappercize 5:30 p.m. Yoga for Surviving Breast Cancer 6:45 p.m. Prenatal Yoga
Thursday 8:30 a.m. Cribbage 9:00 a.m. Side by Side 10:15 a.m. Adv. Line Dance
11:00 a.m. Thompson Café Yoga Therapeutics 12:30 p.m. Shuffleboard
Sheepshead 12:45 p.m. AA 5:30 p.m. Yoga 6:45 p.m. Rest & Renew Yoga
Friday 9:00 a.m. Woodcarvers I
10:00 a.m. Beg. Line Dance
11:00 a.m. Intermediate. Line Dance 11:00 a.m. Chair Yoga 12:00 p.m. Canasta Hand & Foot
12:30 p.m. Bridge (open) Canasta
Saturday
Sunday
Daily Happenings
STORM CLOSINGS:
If the Appleton Area School District is closed -
TCC will be closed and all classes will be can-
celed.
Listen to WHBY AM 1150 for updates.
Serving cafeteria style lunches every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
at the Thompson Community Center. 11:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Food that is delightful and smiles that will make you want to come back! No reservations required, just stop in and join us
for a good nutritious hot meal and a warm visit. See the menu posted in the lobby for daily selections.
Hot plate lunch… $5.50
Whole sandwich or wrap… $4.00 Half Sandwich or wrap… $2.00
Bowl of soup… $4.50
Cup of soup… $2.50
Side of pudding or fruit… $.75
Healthy Salad Bar… includes: lettuce, spinach, tomatoes, carrots, peas, peppers, broccoli, eggs, shredded cheese, dried cranber-ries, almonds, golden raisins, seeds, and more! $5.00 per pound, average salad is $2.50.
Volunteers needed for the Café.
If interested, please call Nanci at 225-1756.
Order a birthday cake from the Café for $10.00
and host your birthday lunch at the Thompson
Café! See Yvonne, Café Coordinator, for details.
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US Postage
PAID Permit No. 304
Appleton, WI
54911
Thompson Community Center
820 W. College Avenue
Suite 1
Appleton, WI 54914
To current resident or
Thompson Center
Cooperative Aging Services Team Thompson Center Director,
Tony Gonzalez ............................. 225-1701
Administrative Support
& Newsletter Coordinator,
Mary Cooke .................................. 225-1731
Administrative Support
& Rental Coordinator,
Karin Krablean ............................. 225-1730
Maintenance, Mitch Leanna & Jim Wagner
Cafe Manager,
Yvonne Monfils.............................. 225-1720
Volunteer Coordinator,
Nanci Christenson ......................... 225-1756
End of Life Care Coalition Director,
Sandra Potts .................................. 225-1724
Kiwanis Club of Appleton –
Golden K President,
Don C. Smith .................................. 731-3388
YMCA of the Fox Cities Adult Program Coordinator,
Sue Grosenick ............................... 954-7610
Assistant
Jenny LeDuc ................................... 954-7609
Lutheran Social Services'
Older Adult Services Program Manager,
Carol Frahm ................................... 225-1702
Adult Day Services Program Supervisor,
Sarah Hammond ........................... 225-1735
Mindworks
an Early Memory Loss Program Program Facilitator
Sandra Sandee ............................ 225-1712
Fox Valley Memory Project Program Coordinator
Betty Lefebvre-Hill……………225-1711
Senior Connection Information &
Assistance Information Specialist,
Susan Kazik .................................... 225-1705
Counseling & Support Services Mental Health Counselor
Kristine Sack .................................. 225-1709
Caregiver Family Support
Jeanine Knapp.………………..225-1704
VIP……………………………...225-1714
Side-by Side Alcohol & Substance
Abuse Counseling AODA Counselor,
Becky Green ................................. 225-1713
Behavioral Health Supervisor,
Becky Welhouse .......................... .730-1330
Making the Ride Happen Mobility Manager,
Holly Keenan ................................. 225-1740
Transportation Coordinator
Stephanie Rockman ..................... 225-1719
Mobility Information & Assistance
Specialist,
Cheri Kehl ..................................... .225-1719
Hmong Elder Counseling &
Support Services Mental Health Counselor,
Manila Kue .................................... 225-1718
Outreach Worker,
Chong Pao Xiong ......................... 225-1717 Foot Care & Wellness Services Appointments at TCC ................... 225-1727
Appointments in the Home ........ 225-1722
Registered Nurse,
Terry Langkau ............................... 225-1759
