Mentor Senior Center Newsletter – January February 2017

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2017

MENTOR SENIOR CENTER 8484 Munson Road, Mentor, OH 44060

Phone: 440-974-5725 440-255-1100 Fax: 440-974-5716

www.cityofmentor.com

WELCOME 2017Join your Mentor Senior Center friends to ring in the new year. Entertainment

of your era will be provided by DJ Jeremy James from Mix 97.1 FM. There

will be dancing, games, and lots of fun. Cookies, cake, punch and coffee

will be provided. This event is sponsored by the Mentor Seniors, LLC.

Please register by January 11.

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

2 - 4 pm

Resident/Nonresident: $1

Register at the Mentor Senior Center Front Desk or call 440-974-5725

Mentor Senior Center | 8484 Munson Road, Mentor, Ohio 44060

SPECIAL LUNCHEONS/FALL EVENTS

Monthly Celebrations These monthly events are open to everyone. Please be aware that no other food will be served these days. Make reservations in person at the desk or call in with your credit card information.

January Celebration It may be cold outside but we’ll warm up your insides with cavatelli and meatballs,

salad, roll and butter. Save room for dessert, a scrumptous banana split. Dennis Ford, a crowd favorite, is coming back to provide professional entertainment!Call (440) 974-5725 with your credit card or visit the reception desk to make reservations by Jan 20. Location: Great Room #46932 Jan 27 Fri 11:30 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

February CelebrationIt’s Valentines month and you will LOVE our special meal of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, roll and butter, and chocolate mousse for dessert. The Flashbaxx duo entertains us with classic oldies. They both provide vocals, he plays the guitar and harmonica and she keeps the beat going with tambourines. Call (440) 974-5725 with your credit card or visit the reception desk to make reservations by Feb 17. Location: Great Room #46934 Feb 24 Fri 11:30 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

Lake County Council on Aging

Join Jim O’Connor, Information and Assistance Specialist, to learn about the various services and programs available to Lake County residents. Location: Great Room#48186 Jan 4 Wed 12:30 p.m.#48187 Feb 1 Wed 12:30 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: FreeThe Lake County Council on Aging o%ers direct service programs for those 60 years of age and older including: case management, nutrition services, in-home safety, homemaker services, medicare help, information and referral, and much more. Please call (440) 205-8111 for more information or visit www.lccoa.org

Check out the Senior Services page on the Commisioners web site http://www.lakecountyohio.gov/commissioners/SeniorServices.aspx

Advisory Board Monthly MeetingsYour Mentor Senior LLC Board meets the second Monday of each month. Any and all members are welcome to attend. You will see and hear how your board operates. This is an open invitation for members to join in and help with your opinions and suggestions. Location: Conference Room 1Jan 9, Feb 13 Mon 12:30 – 2 p.m.

Senior ForumMentor seniors are invited to attend a Senior Forum featuring representatives from the Council on Aging, Social Security Agency and local government. Brief presentations will be followed by a Q&A session. Please register by Jan 16. Location: Great Room#48199 Jan 18 Wed 12 - 1 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Housing RepairsIf you are a homeowner in need of housing repairs, you may be eligible for assistance from the City of Mentor Single Family Housing Rehabilitation program. Join us to learn details and program eligibility. Presenter will stay afterward to do individual screenings or contact Toni now at 440-357-4400.Presenter: Toni Marie Ciliberto from Western Reserve Community DevelopmentLocation: Cardinal room#48328 Jan 25 Wed 11a.m. – 12 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

NewcomersMeet other new members and learn about all the amazing programs your senior center has to o%er. Renee Ochaya Director, and Dave Duricky Recreation Coordinator, will lead the way and help you *nd activities to participate in.Location: Great Room #48192 Feb 2 2 – 3 p.m. and #48193 6 – 7 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

State of the SchoolsMentor Schools Superintendent Matthew Miller will join us to deliver a State of the Schools address for the second year in a row. Learn about the innovative changes that are happening in the schools that make the learning environment of today quite di%erent than classrooms of years past. Mr. Miller will explain how this new approach to teaching and learning is helping the district reach its ultimate goal of ensuring students will become productive members of our community after graduation by leaving Mentor High School one of three ways:

Special Luncheons

Mardi Gras LuncheonLike many celebrating in New Orleans, we will also enjoy great food and entertainment. Menu features French dip po’boy with Chef’s vegetable, baked potato, and king cake for dessert. Mardi Gras theme entertainment provided by the 2-piece Lenny Russo Band. Music includes Dixieland, swing tunes, polka and other songs from the Great American Songbook.Call (440) 974-5725 with your credit card or visit the reception desk to make reservations by Feb 23. Location: Great Room #48032 Mar 2 Thu 11:30 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

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FUTURE EVENTS/CONCERT/TAX HELP

440-974-5725 or 440-255-1100 ext. 2470 | www.cityofmentor.com

employed, enrolled, or enlisted.Please register by Feb 6. Location: Great Room#48201 Feb 8 Wed 12 - 1 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Car FitDid you know that older drivers have fewer accidents than younger drivers but when they do have accidents their injuries are likely to be more serious? Join Sheri! Dunlap as he discusses consideration for senior drivers such as appropriate seating in a vehicle and selecting a vehicle that $ts you. A brief presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Please register by Mar 6. Presenter: Sheri! Dan DunlapLocation: Great Room#48200 Mar 8 Wed 12 – 12:30 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Chronic Disease Self ManagementGain con$dence in your ability to manage symptoms of long lasting health condition(s) and understand how your health a!ects your life. Workshops meet 2 1/2 hours a week for six weeks and are facilitated by trained leaders, one or both of whom live with a chronic disease. Participants receive a relaxation CD and Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions book at NO CHARGE. Location: Cardinal Room #48196 Mar 17 – Apr 21 9 – 11:30 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Line Dance Party

Our instructors lead Line dances in a party atmosphere. Punch and snacks are provided.Location: Great Room #47393 Apr 24 Mon 6:30–9 p.m. Resident/Nonresident $6 until Apr 20, $8 after Apr 20

Garage SaleJoin us for this HUGE annual garage sale where you may $nd some wonderful treasures. The cost is $25 for a 6 foot table or $20 for a 5 foot table or a round table. Table space is available to seniors beginning Dec 5 for residents and Dec 6 for nonresidents. After Mar 1, table space will be available to anyone wishing to participate. Donations for the bake sale would be appreciated. If you would like to donate to the bake sale,

please let us know when you register for your table space. Please register for a table by calling 440-974-5725.Apr 29 Sat 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The Jersey Beat BandA magical tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The 9 piece band will play greatest hits from the 1960’s and 1970’s and mix in some light humor to provide an evening of great entertainment. Call (440) 974-5725 with your credit card or visit the reception desk to make reservations by May 5. This show will sell out quickly, order early! Location: Great Room#48185 May 12 Friday 7 - 9:30 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: $12

Kitchen NewsGreg Feathers has been the Kitchen Coordinator for more than 2 years. Frank Perinacci has been here for 3 years and Molly Sebring just celebrated her one year anniversary. Our kitchen sta! and volunteers work very hard to provide delicious, nutrtitious, from scratch meals at very reasonable prices. We have not increased lunch prices in 4 years, but unfortunately food costs continue to rise. We will have some slight increases in lunch prices beginning January 1, most notably lunch specials will be $4.50 and special luncheons will be $7.

DID YOU KNOW?

All seniors should renew membership by Dec 31. Our computer system is unable to track 2017 visits until you are a 2017 member.

Emergency Noti!cationIf the City Manager declares an emergency, the Public Information O+ce will contact local media with speci$c instructions as well as post information on the City of Mentor website, mobile app, social media feeds. Information will also be posted on The Mentor Channel (Time Warner Channel 96.12 & 12, U-Verse Channel 99 and www.thementorchannel.com) and Mentor Radio 1620 AM.

Weather AlertWe DO NOT follow the Mentor Schools closing schedule. We rarely close, but

we do ask seniors to use good judg-ment for their safety when choosing to drive. Although the building rarely closes, occasionally a program will be cancelled at the discretion of the instructor and the Senior Center Direc-tor. Please call to con$rm if your class will be held prior to leaving home.

We ask folks to change into clean dry shoes when using the $tness studio and $tness equipment because the salt and dirt is very damaging to the wood ;oor and our $tness equipment.

Income Tax Assistance with AARP Volunteers

Trained volunteers will assist in the completion of state and federal in-come tax forms. The volunteers do not assist with city tax forms. Bring these items: • Copy of last year’s income tax return (s) and supporting documentation • W-2 & W-2p forms from each employ-er if you earned a salary; SSA-1099 forms (1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-MISC, etc) showing interest, and or divi-dends and original purchase price of sold assets • 1099 form from the payer of your pension or annuity • 1095 form (if you have one) • Unemployment compensation state-ments • All forms indicating federal income tax paid • All receipts or cancelled checks if itemizing deductions • Your social security card Location: Stage (Register in advance) Feb 9 - Apr 13 Thu 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call to register, spots $ll quickly.

Bring a blank check with account info for direct deposit if you are expecting a refund.

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SPECIAL ELDERS, GROUPS, SERVICES

Any member that has a need for special assistance is eligible for the Special Elders Program. We have three sta! members dedicated to working with the Special Elders population from 10:30 - 2:00, Monday - Friday. The Special Elders Sta! gives seniors the support and assistance they need to more fully participate in Senior Center recreational activities. See Dianne, Maggie or Deb for more information.

ActivitiesTuesdays at 12:30 p.m. Jan 3 - Adult Coloring TherapyJan 10 - Mop HockeyJan 17 - Movie Jan 24 - CardsJan 31 - Elders ChoiceFeb 7 - Board GamesFeb 14 - Valentine’s Day treatsFeb 21 - Mop HockeyFeb 28 - Adult Coloring Therapy

Shopping Trips Thursdays at 11:15 a.m.Jan 5 - TJ Max / Dollar TreeJan 12 - Applebee’sJan 26 - GordmansFeb 2 - Big Lots / GabesFeb 9 - Market StreetFeb 23 - Walmart

German Culture GroupLocation: Cardinal Room Jan 2 No MeetingFeb 6 Mon 10 a.m. Contact Mike Bauer at 352-6495 or Heidi 205-0363 for information.

Italian Culture Group Contact Dave Duricky for information. Location: Cultural Arts RoomO! Jan - Feb Mar Planning Meeting Mar 7 11:45 a.m.

Hungarian Cultural Group Contact Elaine Spondike for information at 440-354-2423.Location: Conference Room O! Jan - Feb, Meetings resume in Mar

Attorney – Gary Rosenthal Location: Conference Room 2Jan 18 Feb 15 Wed 1 - 2 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: FreeCall for appointment.

Blood Pressure Screening Sponsored by Hospice of the Western Reserve.Location: Conference Room 2Jan 9 Feb 6 Mon 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: FreeCall for appointment.

Hearing Screening/Cleaning Location: Conference Room 2 Jan 4 Wed 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.Beltone Hearing Aid Center - ScreeningFeb 1 Wed 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Advanced Audiology - Hearing Aid CleaningResident/Nonresident: FreeCall for appointment.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Discuss signs, symptoms, resources available, caregiving help and other topics for those touched by Alzheimer’s and dementia. No registration. Facilitator: Lynn DavisLocation: Stage Jan 12, 26, Feb 9, 23 Thu 1–2 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: Free

Parkinson’s Support GroupPatients, caregivers, family and friends – all are welcome! Come share and learn from each other. Find support and encouragement.Leader: Phyllis HinkelLocation: Cultural Arts RoomJan 3 Feb 7 Tue 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Podiatrist Wednesdays Location: Health Service RoomDr SpivackJan 4, 18, Feb 1, 15 Dr Coppers (Cash Only please)Jan 11, 25, Feb 8, 22 Resident/Nonresident: $20 paid directly to Doctor. Call for appointment.

ReikiReiki is a non-intrusive technique for stress reduction and relaxation that

promotes holistic healing of body, mind and spirit. 20-minute treatment. Instructor: Marla Katz RN, BSNLocation: Conference Room 2Jan 24 Tue 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Feb 28 Tue 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Resident: $25/Nonresident: $31

Visionaries Support GroupIf you su!er from vision impairment, plan to attend these free meetings. Facilitator: Licensed Optician Debbie Kogler. No registration.Location: Cultural Arts RoomJan 25, Feb 22 Wed 2-4 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Vitality Massage 20-minute treatment. Location: Conference Room 2Therapist: David Hansen Jan 17, Feb 21 Tue 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Therapist: Annette Santoro Jan 3, Feb 7 Tue 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: $12 Paid directly to therapist.Call for appointment.

Sympathy cards were mailed to the family of members: Loretta Pirc, Ralph DePetris, Conrad Syroney, John Kocis, Richard Winter, Ann Kovach, Ron Ogrinc, Bob Sundblom, Lyn Hill, Warren Goodwin, and Mary McGynn. Make your card requests in the blue book at the Front Desk for deceased or ill members.

Our performing groups are available for outside performances.

Mentor Follies DancersJoin us for great exercise, dance and fun. Director: Rena EllwangerLocation: StageWed 7 p.m.

Mentor Music MakersDirector: Marija VoljinLocation: StageWed 10 a.m.

Theater Group Mentor’s Act One monthly meeting. Stop by to learn more.Location: StageJan 18 Feb 15 Wed 12:30 p.m.

Special Elders

Cultural Groups

Health & Advisory Services

In Memorium

Performing Groups

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ONGOING PROGRAMS, LIBRARY, CARDS & GAMES

Chair VolleyballChair volleyball allows those with physical limitations to participate in this fun game played weekly. Leader: Carol Snively Location: StudioMon 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Wed 12 – 2 p.m.Fri 1 - 3 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Cordial Connections “Where single seniors meet and mingle”. Get out and meet new friends and enjoy a variety of activities.Find out what Cordial Connections is all about. Leader: Gayle 440-953-4469

Fishing Club Jan - No Meeting Feb – TBA

Mentor Post O!ce Purchase stamps and mail packages.Avoid long lines at the Post O!ce. Location: LobbyJan 4, Feb 1 Wed 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Needlecraft Program Bring any crochet, knitting, cross-stitch, etc., to work on.Location: Great RoomMon 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Punch Embroidery Coordinator: Richard Victor Location: Cultural Arts Room Mon Jan 9, 23 1 p.m.Mon Feb 13, 27 1 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

Secret PalsWe meet monthly at a great local restaurant, and each group member will send cards and small tokens throughout the year. At our December meeting we exchange gifts with our Secret Pal and discover who they are. Please register at the desk. Location: BJs Brewhouse 7880 Mentor Ave. Mentor#48188 Jan 11 Wed 1 – 3 p.m.Location: Local Sol 38257 Glenn Ave., Willoughby#48189 Feb 8 Wed 1 – 3 p.m.

Veterans GroupLeader: Dennis Brandt 257-6729 Location: Cardinal RoomJan 9, Feb 13 Mon 9 a.m.

Voice Your ViewsFacilitated by Debbie Muzik. Come listen, learn, and discuss a wide variety of topics. Visitors are always welcome. Jan 6 - Open Forum/SelectionsJan 13 - How technology has changed/is changing our livesJan 20 - Voting: the process, procedures, ID, Absentee, popular vs. electoral college, etc.Jan 27 - OutingFeb 3 - Guest Speaker: Local author DM Pulley, author of The Dead KeyFeb 10 - Hero worshipFeb 17 - Movies and book-to-moviesFeb 24 - Outing, exchange and sample

**Topics are subject to change***Location: Conference Room 1 Fri 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: Free

Voice Your Views on Books, a once a month addition to the Voice Your Views Discussion group for Jan and Feb. We will discuss a book chosen by the group from 2:45 - 3:45 p.m. (immediately following regular Voice Your Views).Jan 6 - Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald by Therese FowlerFeb 3 - The Dead Key by D.M. Pulley

Woodcarving Beginners or experienced carvers. Patterns and tools available. The $rst project kit is available for $5, payable to the instructor. Remaining projects and wood are at your expense.Instructor: Ken KotheraLocation: Cultural Arts RoomJan, Feb Tue 2 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: Free

BingoLocation: Cardinal RoomMon and Wed 1 - 2 p.m.

Evening Tournament Pinochle All players must be experienced. Location: Cardinal RoomTue 6:30 - 9 p.m.

Duplicate Bridge For more info, contact Donna Waggle at 951-5389 or [email protected] you need assistance registering, contact Donna between 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Location: Cardinal RoomFri 12:30 p.m.Location: Cardinal RoomTue 1:00 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: $1 at the door

Informal open play

3-Handed PinochleAll players must be experienced. Location: StageFri 12:30 p.m.Hand And Foot Card GamesLocation: Great RoomWed 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m.Mah Jongg Location: LobbyMon 12:30 p.m.Ping Pong Open play is available Mon - Fri. Please call ahead for available times.Rummikub (Looking for players) Location: Great RoomTue 1 p.m.Corn Hole/Bocce Location: Cardinal RoomWed 7 p.m.Euchre Location: LobbyTue 12:30 p.m.Senior Bowling at ScoresTue 12:30 p.m. Mixed LeagueCall Helen Hayes, 440-725-9585

We are only accepting NEW and CURRENT magazines, NEW and CURRENT books.

Book Discussion GroupSponsored by the Mentor Public Library at MSC.Call 974-5725 to register. For questions call: Cailey Williams 255-8811 X 204 Our Mother’s War by Emily Yellin#48316 Jan 18 Wed 1:30 p.m.I’ve Got You Under My Skin by Mary Higgins Clark#48317 Feb 15 Wed 1:30 p.m.Location: Stage

Ongoing Programs

Cards & Games

Library News/Book Group

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WEEKLY ONGOING PROGRAMS IN JANUARY & FEBRUARY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

8:00 Water Ex Heisley

9:00 Low Impact Aerobics

10:00 Sr.Shape Up Chairs

10:30 Needlecrafters

10:35 Country Heat

11:30 Chair Volleyball

12:30 Mah Jongg

1:00 Bingo

2:00 Yoga

5, 6:30 & 7:30 Line Dance


9:00 Tuesday Quilters

9:50 Weight Training

10:30 Water Exercise

Heisley

10:40 Stretch & Balance

11 & 12 Amer. Sign Lan-

guage

11:30 Arthritis Exercise

12:30 Special Elders

1:00 Duplicate Bridge

1:30 Ballroom Dance

2:00 Woodcarving

2:15 Water Exercise

Heisley

3:00 Better Every Day

5:15 Zumba Gold

6:00 Tuesday Quilters


6:30 Tournament Pinochle


8:00 Water Ex Heisley

8:30 Podiatrist

9:00 Zumba Gold

10:00 Hand & Foot Cards

10:00 Mentor Music

Makers

10:00 Creative Ceramics



12:30 Wii Bowling begins

Feb 1

1:00 Bingo

2:00 Ballet for Balance

4:45 Chair Yoga

6:00 Line Dance

6:00 Creative Ceramics

6:30 Corn Hole/Bocce

7:00 Follies Dancers



10:00 All Media Painting

10:00 Hiking - No break

week


Heisley

10:40 Stretch & Balance

11:15 Special Elders Shop-

ping or lunch outing



Jan 19

1:15 Water Ex - Strength

Training at Heisley

2:00 Tai Chi

2:15 Water Exercise

Heisley

3:30 Yoga

5:15 Zumba Gold




9, 10, 11 Piano





Jan 14

12:30 Duplicate Bridge

12:30 3-Handed Pinochle

1:00 Voice Your Views


9:00 Yoga


Heisley

1 - 4 Ballroom Dance

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

*Water Exercise Classes at Heisley do not follow our Fitness break week schedule.

** There is a class break February 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 28 and April 24 - 30. There is no class January 1, 2, 16 or February 20.

Movies on the Big ScreenHiking Club

Movies in JANUARY

Thurs, Jan. 5, 12:30 p.m. Free State of Jones Rated R - Action/Biography/DramaMon., Jan. 9 at 6:30 p.m.

& Thurs, Jan 12 at 6:30 p.m.

The Shallows Rated PG-13- Drama/Horror/ThrillerThurs. Jan. 19, 12:30 p.m.

Hunt for the Wilderpeople Rated PG-13-Adventure/Comedy/ DramaMon. Jan. 23, 6:30 p.m. & Thurs. Jan. 26, 12:30 p.m.

Me Before You Rated PG-13-Drama/RomanceMon., Jan. 30, 6:30 p.m. Money Monster Rated R - Drama

Movies in FEBRUARY

Mon., Feb. 6, 6:30 p.m. Cafe Society Rated PG-13 - Comedy/Drama/ RomanceThurs., Feb. 9, 12:30 p.m. & Mon., Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m.

Mr. Church Rated PG-13 - DramaThurs., Feb. 16, 12:30 p.m.

Wild Oats Rated PG-13- Action/Adventure/ ComedyThurs., Feb. 23, 12:30 p.m.

& Mon., Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m.

The Sea of Trees Rated PG-13- Drama

Hikes begin at 10 a.m. on Thursdays at designated locations.

Jan 5 - Civic Center Loop, meet at Mentor Civic CenterJan 12 - Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd., KirtlandJan 19 - Greenway Corridor on Johnnycake Ridge Rd. at Liberty Street, Painesville Jan 26 - Concord Woods Park, 11211 Spear Rd., ConcordFeb 2 - Gulleybrook Park, 2100 River Rd., WilloughbyFeb 9 - Chagrin River Park, 3100 Reeves Rd. WilloughbyFeb 16 - Chapin Forest “East” in Kirtland, 9938 Chillicothe Rd.Feb 23 - Skok Meadow, 12926 Concord-Hambden Rd., Concord

If you have any questions, call Tom at 440-376-0294 or 255-5626.

Cycling Club

Planning and informational meeetingLocation: Cardinal RmMar 1 Wed 10 a.m.

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JANUARY CALENDAR

FEBRUARY CALENDAR


11:00 Vitality Massage 4:15 Parkinsons Support

Special: Cavatelli w/Italian Sausage

10:00 IPad Help10:00 Hearing Screening 10:30 Post O!ce12:30 Lk County Council on Aging TalkSpecial: Breaded Pork Chop

12:30 Arts & Crafts Stamping 12:30 Movie

Special: Ham Steak

10 & 11 Piano2:45 Voice Your Views Book Review

Special: Tilapia

10:00 Veteran’s Group 11:30 Blood Pressure11:40 Story from a picture12:00 Board Meeting1:00 Punch Embroidery 6:30 Movie Special: Breaded Chicken Breast

Special: Roasted Pork

1:00 Secret Pals

Special: Beef Stew

12:30 Arts & Crafts 12:30 Movie1:00 Alzheimers Support

Special: Fabulous “50’s” Burger

10:00 Computer Class10 & 11 Piano

Special: Roasted Turkey

Senior Center Closed

Martin Luther King Day

11:00 Vitality Massage

Special: Chicken Broccoli Casserole

10:00 IPad Help12:00 Senior Forum12:30 Theater Group1:00 Attorney2:00 Welcome 2017 PartySpecial: Cabbage Rolls

12:30 Movie

Special: Lasagna

10:00 Computer Class 10 & 11 Piano

Special: Open Faced Hot Beef Sandwich

11:40 Story from a picture1:00 Punch Embroidery 6:30 Movie

Special: Veal Parmesan

11:00 Reiki

Special: Salisbury Steak

10:00 IPad Help 2:00 Visionaries

Special: Chicken Paprikash


Special: Sloppy Joes

10 & 11 Piano 11:30 Monthly CelebrationSpecial: Cavatelli and meatballs, salad, roll & butter, chocolate mousse

11:40 Story from a picture6:30 Movie

Special: Bratwurst with cabbage and noodles

11:15 Out To Lunch to Trattoria Special: Turkey Club


10:30 Hearing Aid Cleaning 10:30 Post O!ce12:30 Lk County Council on Aging TalkSpecial: Breaded pork chop

12:30 Arts & Crafts Stamping 2 & 6 Newcomers Mtg Special: Fabulous “50’s” burger

10 & 11 Piano2:45 Voice Your Views Book Review Special: Macaroni and cheese

10:00 German Group11:30 Blood Pressure11:40 Story from a picture6:30 Movie

Special: Chicken Marsala

11:00 Vitality Massage 4:15 Parkinsons Support

Special: Kielbasa and sauerkraut

10:00 IPad Help12:00 State of the Schools

Special: Salisbury steak

12:30 Arts & Crafts 12:30 Movie1:00 Alzheimers Support Special: Loaded pierogies


Special: Battered cod

10:00 Veteran’s Group 11:40 Story from a picture12:00 Board Meeting1:00 Punch Embroidery 6:30 MovieSpecial: Spaghetti and meatballs

Special: Chicken parmesan

10:00 IPad Help12:30 Theater Group1:00 Attorney

Special: Sheppard’s pie

12:30 Movie

Special: Hot roast beef sandwich


Special: Roasted Pork

Senior Center Closed

Martin Luther King Day

11:00 Vitality Massage

Special: Bacon cheddar cheeseburger

10:00 IPad Help 2:00 Visionaries

Special: Beef tips over buttered noodles


Special: Grilled chicken

11:30 Monthly Celebration Special: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mixed vegeta-bles, roll & butter, banana split

11:40 Story from a picture1:00 Punch Embroidery 6:30 Movie

Special: Turkey club sand-wich

11:00 Reiki 11:00 Out To Lunch to Cork-screw SaloonSpecial: Ham and scal-loped potatoes

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Happy Birthday to our members born in January & February!Members Birthdays will be posted on the Lobby Bulletin Board and are

available for pick up at the front desk.

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DIRECTORS CORNER, DIRECTORY, VOLUNTEER CORNER

We ring in the New Year with lots to keep us warm and active at the Mentor Senior Center. We have a hot new !tness class, Country Heat on Mondays at 10:35. We have invited community leaders and senior organizations to speak to our seniors monthly on Wednesdays. Mentor Schools Superintendent Matthew Miller will join us to deliver a State of the Schools address for the second year in a row at the Mentor Senior Center. A senior forum will be o#ered January 18 with representatives from Council on Aging, the Social Security Agency and local government. Sheri# Dunlap will share important recommendations for ensuring we all keep ourselves safe while driving. Don’t forget to register for our Welcoming in 2017 party! It promises to be lots of fun with great music, dancing, games and more. Best wishes to all of you for a happy, healthy 2017!

We are expanding our computer classes in 2017. We have four di#erent classes available beginning in January. We also purchased new IPAD’s for our members to use, so you can see for yourself why these are so popular.Research shows that learning new things is good for your well-being, so sign-up for a class today. Don’t miss the bus…sign-up for our fantastic 2017 trips before it’s too late. I wish you a happy and healthy 2017!

O!ce Hours:

Mon– Thu 8 am-7:30 pm, Fri – 8 am-4:30 pmBuilding Hours:

Mentor Senior Center opens at 8 a.m. Monday through Friday. (Fitness equipment is available at 7 a.m. with entry at the Main Entrance doors only). The building closes at 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. on Friday.

Frequently used numbers:

Social Security - 1-800-772-1213LC Gen Health District - 440-918-2500LC Council On Aging - 440-205-8111website info www.lccoa.orgLaketran (Call before 3 pm) - 440-354-6100. Two business days required for reservationsMedicare - 1-800-633-4227

Senior Center Website information can be found at cityofmentor.com

For emergencies at home, please dial 9-1-1. To report police matters, call the Mentor Police Department non-emergency number 255-1234. To report a power outage call the First Energy outage reporting line at 888-544-4877 or Customer Service 800-589-3101.

“2-1-1 First Call For Help Program”

This is a 24-hour free and con!dential service, providing access to information and services regarding healthcare and human service agencies.

Lake County Comisioners websitehttp://www.lakecountyohio.gov/commissioners/SeniorServices.aspx

Administered by the City of MentorDepartment of Parks, Recreation, & Public Facilities

Council President

Councilwoman at LargeJanet Dowling

Council Vice President

Councilman Ward 4John Krueger

Council at Large

Ray KirchnerScott J. MarnSean Blake-Ward 1Matthew Donovan-Ward 2 Bruce Landeg-Ward 3

City Manager

Ken Filipiak

Assistant City Manager

Tony Zampedro

Director of Parks,

Recreation, &

Public Facilities

Kenneth Kaminski

Superintendent of

Recreation Jill Korsok

MSC STAFF

Recreation Manager

Renee Ochaya

Recreation Coordinator

Dave Duricky

O!ce Assistants

Sharon Benner, Sub.Sue KostrencicBrenda MorrisLisa NicholsKathleen RobertiKathy Schonauer

Maintenance

Tom AquilaAustin TobulArt CoxJim MeadowsDan Tomko

Kitchen

Greg Feathers Frank PerinacciMolly Sebring

Special Elders Sta#

Dianne MarescoDebbie MuzikMaggie RunyonMarita Burke, Sub

Travel Escorts

Rena EllwangerBill KomyatiFrank KrupaKaren Mitchell

Mentor Follies Dancers

Director Rena Ellwanger

Mentor Music Makers

Director

Maria Voljin

Workshop Sta#

Members Pages 12—16

Remarks from Renee Senior Center Information

Senior Center Sta#Dave Discusses

WE ARE CLOSED

January 1, 2 and 16

February 20

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ONE DAY TRIPSONE DAY TRIPSONE DAY TRIPS

www.mentorseniorcenter.com

Mentor Senior Center o"ers nearly 40

trips annually; from local afternoon

excursions to weeklong trips to far

o" destinations.

ACTIVITY LEVELS

Mild May require some leisurely walking. There may be minimal steps or uneven surfaces and some standing.

Moderate May require moderate walking and extended standing. There may be steps or uneven surfaces.

Strenuous May require extended periods of walking and standing. There may be numerous steps or uneven terrain.

TRIP REFUND POLICY

Please choose your trips carefully. Once you have registered for a trip there will be no full refunds unless the Senior Center cancels the trip. An administrative charge of $10 will be assessed on cancellations. Trip refunds will be available until the date speci!ed, minus the $10 administrative fee. Prevent the $10 administrative fee by transferring the full trip amount to another trip/class/program within the same season. Participants assume risk of change in personal circumstances or health. After the cuto# date, there are no refunds or transfers unless the reservation can be resold. Travel insurance is available and recommended for overnight trips.

Travel Insurance is available for ALL Trips.

Get more details at the front desk.


“Wait Until Dark” At the Hanna TheatreWed, Mar 01, 8:50 am - 3:30 pm First performed on Broadway in 1966, this classic is being updated and brought to the Hanna Theatre stage with imaginative staging and creative lighting. After the show, enjoy a fabulous lunch at the new Hofbrauhaus, including entertain-ment by the one man oom-pah-pah band. Registration/refund deadline is Feb 1. Activity Level: MildCost: $79 #46467

Historic, Ethnic Cleveland Pt 2Fri, Mar 24, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Visit Cleveland’s very own in-ner-city vineyard - Chateau HOUGH....and right around the corner, the wonderfully restored League Park, original home of

the Cleveland Spiders and where Babe Ruth hit his 500th home run. Experience Coventry-on-the-Heights and take in the specialties of a Kosher grocery store and bakery before lunch at an authen-tic Hungarian Restaurant. Explore Slavic Village and see the vibrant retail shops at Steelyard Commons. Complete the day sightseeing trendy Tremont, one of Cleveland’s very !rst neighborhoods. Registra-tion/Refund deadline: Feb 24. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $73 #46468

Cleveland Monsters Sun, Mar 26, 1:30 - 6:30 pm.Join us to cheer on the Championship Cleveland Monsters as they face the Iowa Wild at 3 p.m. for an exciting game of hockey. Bus departs the Senior Center at 1:30pm. Activity Level: Moderate. Registration/Refund Deadline: Feb 23. Cost: $50 #47613

Cleveland, Where It’s Hap-pening! Featuring the Silver Grille Restaurant at the RitzThu, Apr 20, 8 am - 6 pm We begin our journey to Lakev-iew Cemetery, where we visit the Gar!eld Memorial Monument and the Wade Chapel. We will travel to the Higbee Building for ‘Edible Memories: The Silver Grille Revisited’, where there will be musical entertainment just for our group. After a delicious lunch we will explore several new and old highlights of Cleveland: the newly designed Public Square, Heinen’s in the restored Cleveland Trust Build-ing and the Cultural Gardens, as well as the Rockefeller Greenhouse. Registration/Refund Date: Mar 20. Activity Level: MildCost: $95 #47178

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Forever Plaid at the Hanna Theatre - Second Bus addedTue, May 16, 10 am - 4 pm Come take a ride down Memory Lane as we enjoy this fun, musical comedy revue with the Plaids re-turning from the afterlife for one !-nal chance at musical glory. Prior to the show, we’ll enjoy a great lunch at Windows on the River! Registra-tion/Refund Deadline: Mar 16. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $83 #46469

Sights Unseen in ClevelandMon, May 22, 8:45 am - 5:30 pm Our local guide will take us through the stately Soldiers and Sailors Monument that commemorates the American Civil War. Tour the Cleveland Police Museum in the Justice Center. A delicious lunch is included in Historic Little Italy at Cleveland’s oldest restaurant. A docent from Lakeview Cemetery boards our bus for a tour. Hear the stories of famous people buried in the cemetery. Registration/Refund Deadline: Apr 22. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $76 #46456

Hard Rock RocksinoNorth!eld ParkMon, Jun 5, 9:15 am - 3:45 pm Located in North!eld, Ohio, the Hard Rock Rocksino features over 2200 slot games all on one $oor of gaming. Be sure to take notice of the rock & roll memorabilia throughout the entire property. Currently, the bonus is $20 slot per person, but is subject to change. Registration/Refund Deadline: May 5. Activity Level: MildCost: $29 #46478

I Love LucyWed, Jun 14, 7:15 am - 7 pm Visit Jamestown, NY, the hometown of one of America’s most loved actresses, Lucille Ball. The Ricky Ricardo Manhatten Tropicana Club will serve as our lunch destination.

Stroll down memory lane at the Lucy Desi museum and check out memorabilia, costumes, gowns, props, and more. Inside Desilu Studios, you’ll !nd a re-creation of Lucy and Ricky Ricardo’s New York City apartment. Hit the gift shop before we take the “Lucy Town Tour,” where our guide shows us the house where Lucy was born and areas of signi!cance in her life. A guided tour of the Chautauqua Institute and time to shop at Bestor Plaza rounds out this jam-packed trip. Cancellation/refund deadline is May 14. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $94 #47574

Guys and Dollsat the Rabbit Run TheatreThu, Jun 15, 4:30 pm - 10:45 pm Enjoy a special night of superb summer stock theatre at the Rab-bit Run Barn Theatre, one of the few remaining barn theatres in the country. Our night will start with a very special pre-show dinner at the historic Steele Mansion. Registra-tion/Refund Deadline: May 15. Activity Level: MildWheelchair AccessibleCost: $83 #46470

Chautauqua Wine TrailThu, Jun 22, 7:30 am - 7:30 pm Travel to Chautauqua County where a local guide will board the bus to take you through New York State’s grape-growing region. Besides learning about the history of grape-growing in this region, we will be seeing the vineyards, visiting the tank rooms, and a high-tech bottling line. We’ll visit Vetter Vine-yards Winery, Woodbury Vineyards and Merritt Estate Winery and have lunch at the Historic White Inn. Registration/Refund Deadline: May 22. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $81 #46471

Mystery Trip #1Fri, Jul 14, 8 am - 6:30 pm Here is a trip that is a Mystery - part

scenic, part sightseeing and part history. Lunch is included but you can bring a snack. Travel light and you’ll travel farther, so watch what you pack. Don’t bring your bath- ing suit, but you still might get wet, and we guarantee you won’t be boarding a jet. Registration/Refund Date: Jun 14. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $83 #47179

Put-In-Bay aboard the Jet ExpressWed, Jul 26, 7:45 am - 8 pm The Jet Express is a comfortable vessel that takes us from Port Clinton to Put-in-Bay (about a 25 minute ride). We’ll arrive in down-town Put-in-Bay. Once you are on the island, you are on your own to enjoy and explore. Registration/Re-fund Deadline: Jun 26. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $68 #46472

Seneca Allegany CasinoSalamanca, New YorkMon, Aug 7, 7:30 am - 7 pm Located in Salamanca, New York, Seneca Allegany Casino has a grand casino $oor with more than 2200 real-spinning and video slot ma-chines and 40 of your favorite table games. Currently, the bonus is $20 slot plus $5 food per person, but is subject to change. Registration/Re-fund Deadline: Jul 7. Activity Level: MildCost: $39 #46477

Mystery Trip #9Fri, Aug 11, 7:30 am - 6 pm Fri, Aug 18, 7:30 am - 6 pmBased on the tremendous success of our mystery trips, we have anoth-er day full of surprises that combine unique areas, sites and attractions. This brand new mystery trip is steeped in Ohio History! You will need a sense of adventure, a good sense of humor and comfortable walking shoes. Lunch is included. Registration/Refund Date: Jul 11 Bus 1/Jul 18 Bus 2. Activity Level: ModerateBus 1 #47592Bus 2 #47575Cost: $83

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Lunch with a President TourMon, Aug 21, 8 am - 5:30 pm Enjoy lunch with President and Mrs. Lincoln. These living historians are serious portrayers of U.S. Presidents and First Ladies. Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln will go table to table as you enjoy your luncheon and answer your questions. The package also includes the National First Ladies Library & Museum and the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, plus a stop for frozen cus-tard. Registration/Refund Deadline: Jul 21. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $83 #46474

Amish Country TheatreMatinee ShowFri, Sep 8, 7:30 am - 7 pm Located in Walnut Creek, the Amish Country Theater’s production is a rib-ticklin’, knee-slappin’, side-split-tin’ comedy adventure. The show features live bluegrass music, hilar-ious actors, Amish characters plus Ken Groves, a nationally-recognized ventriloquist. The package also includes stops at Shearer’s Potato Chip Outlet, Breitenback Winery and Guggisberg Cheese. Registra-tion/Refund Deadline: Aug 8. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $82 #46476

Bridges and Wineries of Ashtabula CountyFri, Sep 29, 8:15 am - 6:15 pm Experience Ashtabula County’s historical and interesting covered bridges. We will also see the newest and longest in the US! Our local guide will take us to bridges where we’ll depart the bus and walk the bridge site to learn the history, signi#cance, and secrets they hold. After our Ohio history les-son, we’ll have lunch and enjoy tasting the wines of Ohio. Following lunch, we visit Hundley Family Vineyards and South River Church Vineyards to sam-

ple some of their amazing wines. We’ll complete the day by visiting Patterson’s Apple Farm. Registra-tion/Refund Deadline: Aug 29. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $79 #47180

Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad TourThu, Oct 12, 7:30 am - 7:30 pm Ride the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad Train through the ‘valley that changed the world’. The main station depot is an 1892-vintage freight station. The three-hour round trip ride will take you to where oil history began. You’ll learn about the people and places that made up Pennsylvania Oil Country. A luncheon is included as well as a stop at the Drake Well Museum with exhibits honoring the begin-ning of the modern oil industry. Registration/Refund Deadline: Sep12. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $93 #46473

“A Christmas Story” comes to life!Fri, Nov 17, 9 am - 6 pm Relive Ralphie’s story with a tour of the Christmas Story House, then cross the street to view the mu-seum, with many actual artifacts from the movie with time to shop in the expanded gift shop. Next, we’ll travel to Medina for lunch at the Corkscrew Tavern, followed by a stop at the Al Root Candle Com-pany, and complete our day with a visit to Castle Noel. Registration/Refund Deadline: Oct 16. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $79 #47197

A Very, Merry POPS!Sun, Nov 26, 12:45 - 7:30 pm (show is at 2 pm) Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of classic Christmas music with the Cleveland POPS Orchestra. There will be a rousing version of au-dience participation, so come prepared to sing along. We have reserved main $oor seats, and after the show, we will enjoy a plat-ed-dinner at Windows on the River. Registration/Refund Deadline: Oct 26. Activity Level: MildCost: $85 #47252

OTL 2017You can sign up 2 months ahead of the lunch bunch date listed below. You can register for one other person only. Departure times vary from 11 - 11:15 a.m.

Trattoria, Little ItalyMeal includes fresh bread and butter, house salad, choice of entrée; salmon, eggplant parmesan, chicken picatta and penne with choice of sauce, and spumoni for dessert. Meal includes co(ee, hot tea and meal gratuity. Registration date Nov 15, refund date Jan 26.#47307 Tue Jan 31 11:15– 3:45Resident/Nonresident: $40

Corkscrew Saloon, MedinaEntrée choices include; whiskey beef medallion, macadamia nut crusted Mahi, pecan chicken salad, pork loin with dijon crust and cranberry apple compote. Chefs choice for dessert, choice of co(ee, or soda and meal gratuity. Registration date Dec 13, refund date Feb 23. #47308 Tue, Feb 28 11– 3Resident/Nonresident: $40

Charm Thai - ParmaYour meal will begin with the choice of miso soup or salad. Choose from spring rolls or pot-stickers for your appetizer. Entrée choices include pad thai, Charm fried rice (chicken and shrimp), cashew chicken or Himaparn. Save room for tiramisu for dessert. Meal includes co(ee, tea or soft drink and meal gratuity. Registration date Jan 31, refund date Mar 23.#47853 Tue, Mar 28 11– 3Resident/Nonresident: $40

Kardohely’s - AshtabulaMeal will begin with tossed salad. Entrée choices include Lake perch, chicken Alfredo, sautéed sirloin tips and chicken parmesan. Save room for cheesecake with strawberries for dessert. Meal includes co(ee, tea, or soft drink and meal gratuity. Registration date Feb 28, refund date Apr 20.#48325 Tue, Apr 25 11:15– 2:45Resident/Nonresident: $35

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Smoky Mountains TennesseeSun - Wed, May 7 - 10 The Smoky Mountains are spectac-ular, especially in the spring when they are ‘coming to life’. This pack-age includes four shows: Hat!eld and McCoy Dinner Show, Smoky Mountain Opry, Magic Beyond Belief Morning Show, and America’s Hit Parade Dinner Show. Other high-lights include Dollywood, a guided tour of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens, the Incred-ible Christmas Place, Bell Tower Square, as well as time on your own. Eight meals included; 2 dinner shows, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and a meal enroute. $150 deposit due upon registration but no later than Feb 7. Refund Deadline: Feb 7. Final Payment Due: Mar 7. Activity Level: MildCost: $787 per person single $619 per person double $577 per person triple $556 per person quad #45853

Soaring Eagle, Mount Pleasant, MichiganWed - Fri, Jun 7 - 9 You will have plenty of time to gamble as well as time to enjoy this luxurious resort. An optional visit to Bay City is of-fered. We will stop at Frankenmuth on the way home. Bonus includes $60 in premium play and $40 in din-ing gift card. $150 deposit due upon registration but no later than Mar 7. Registration/Final payment/Refund deadline is Apr 7. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $377 per person single $259 per person double $236 per person triple #46701

MaineSun - Sat, Jun 25 - Jul 1 Enjoy a guided tour of Portland, Maine’s larg-est city-by-the-sea, including the historic waterfront, Longfellow’s boyhood home and Victoria Mansion. Visit picturesque Pineland Farms includ-ing the Holstein Dairy Barn, and the equestrian center. Check out coastal Maine in quaint Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Visit Boothbay Railway Village and Seashore Trolley Museum and have a countryside trolley ride. Trip includes 6 nights lodging and 10 meals. $150 deposit due upon registration but no later than Mar 18. Registration deadline: Apr 18. Refund Deadline: Mar 18. Final Payment Due: Apr 18 Activity Level: ModerateCost: $985 per person single $665 per person double $645 per person triple #46024

The Scots Irish TourSun - Wed, June 25 - July 5Enjoy an 11 day trip with CEI Tours International. Trip highlights in-clude sightseeing by luxury coach, 10 nights hotel, 19 meals, special dinner/shows in Edinburgh and Belfast, Knappogue Castle Medieval Banquet, Royal Yacht Britannia, Isle of Skye, Cli#s of Moher and a two night stay in Kilronan Castle. Activity Level: Moderate.Cost: $3869 per person single $3179 per person double (Land Only) #47623

Canadian Theater FestivalWed - Fri, Aug 30 - Sep 1 Join us for the theatre jewels of Ontario, the Shaw Festival and the Stratford Festival. Valid Passport/Passcard is required! Registration/Final payment is Jul 6. $150 deposit due upon registration but no later than Jun 6.Refund deadline is Jun 6.Activity Level: Moderate. Cost: $682 per person single $545 per person double $514 per person triple #47628

SavannahSun - Sat, Sep 10 - 16 Travel to historic Savannah, ‘the Belle of Georgia’, visit history rich Jekyll’s Island and a guided tour of both St. Simon’s Island and the magni!cent Beaufort, South Carolina. Includes 6 nights lodging and 10 meals. $150 deposit due upon registration but no later than Jun 2. Refund deadline: Jun 2. Final Payment Due: Jul 3. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $825 per person single $615 per person double $572 per person triple #45857

Washington DC, Gettysburg and Baltimore

Tues - Fri, Oct 3 - 6, Visit historic Get- tysburg and have a guided tour of the highlights of Wash- ington DC including the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. We also visit Baltimore’s Fort McHenry and have

free time to enjoy Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Deposit of $150 is due upon registration but no later than Jul 6. Registration/Final Payment/Refund deadline is Aug 6. Activity Level: ModerateCost: $755 per person single $579 per person double $539 per person triple #46687

Colonial Williamsburg, VirginiaThu - Sun, Oct 19 - 22 Step back in time to historic Wil-liamsburg, Virginia where history comes alive. Tour features: 3 nights lodging at the Woodlands of Wil-liamsburg, 6 meals (3 Continental breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 tavern din-ners), Deluxe Freedom Pass admis-sion into Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Island and Mount Ver-non. Registration/Refund deadline is Jun 15. $250 deposit due upon reg-istration but no later than June 15. Final payment due Aug 15. Activity Level: Active. Cost: $1129 per person single $776 per person double $695 per person triple #46025

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WINTER/SPRING CLASSES - FITNESS & MOVEMENT CLASSES

FITNESS PROGRAMTake Advantage!! Participants in the classes below are welcome to attend ANY Video Fitness Class.

Arthritis Foundation Exercise ProgramGain mobility, strength, and endurance as you do gentle exercises. This recreational exercise program was developed speci#cally for people with arthritis. Instructor: Annette Santoro Fri, Dedee Wilbraham T&ThLocation: Studio 46681 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 46682 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 46683 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 46684 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 46685 Jan 6 - Feb 17 Fri 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 46686 Mar 3 - Apr 21 Fri 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Resident: $17/Nonresident: $21

Ballet for BalanceLearn the art and language of ballet to #nd balance and increase %exibility. No previous experience required. Please wear comfortable socks or ballet slippers. This class will incorporate stretching to increase mobility in muscles and joints. Balance exercises will increase awareness of proper body alignment during movement. Instructor: Maggie RunyonLocation: Studio46843 Jan 4 - Feb 15 Wed 2–2:45 p.m. 46844 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 2–2:45 p.m.Resident: $34/Nonresident: $43

Ballroom DancingThis class is for a person or couple with two left feet or for people who already know how to cut a rug but want to freshen up. Come learn the basic ballroom dance styles of foxtrot, east coast swing, waltz, and many more. Come dance and move around the %oor gracefully. Instructor: Maggie RunyonLocation: Studio46968 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.46969 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.Resident: $40/Nonresident: $50

Gotta Dance, Ballrooom Dance ClassesPete Santorelli is a second-generation ballroom teacher with one philosophy – dancing should be fun, easy to learn and taught in a way that everybody can do it.

Foxtrot/Waltz – learn to move gracefully down the %oor, poise, balance and partnership.

Cha Cha/Rumba – the Latin dances are the best if you want to put a little salt in your shaker. Hip movement, foot placement and how to lead.

East Coast Swing – the triple step swing is like the old jitterbug, fast and fun with lots of cool moves. De#nitely a plus if you want to go out dancing or impress your guests at a wedding. 47022 Jan 8 - Feb 26 Sun 1-2 p.m. Foxtrot47023 Jan 8 - Feb 26 Sun 2-3 p.m. ChaCha/Rumba47024 Jan 8 - Feb 26 Sun 3-4 p.m. E. Coast Swing47025 Mar 5 - Apr 30 Sun 1-2 p.m. Foxtrot47026 Mar 5 - Apr 30 Sun 2-3 p.m. Cha Cha/Rumba47027 Mar 5 - Apr 30 Sun 3-4 p.m. E. Coast SwingResident: $65/Nonresident: $81

Better Every Day Exercise to #ght Parkinson’s.This #tness program is designed to empower people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), by optimizing their physical function and helping delay the progression. Instructor: Ben Rossi Location: Studio 46845 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 3–4 p.m. 46846 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 3–4 p.m. Resident: $34/Nonresident: $43

Chair Yoga This gentle form of yoga works the joints and muscles to increase %exibility, strength, balance and circulation and also encourages quiet re%ection, relaxation and proper breathing plus better posture. Instructor: Annette SantoroLocation: Studio46847 Jan 4 - Feb 15 Wed 4:45-5:30 p.m.46848 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 4:45-5:30 p.m.Resident: $34/Nonresident: $43

Winter/Spring Classes Resident Registation Dec 5, Nonresident Dec 6

All classes listed are part of the Winter/Spring session and you can sign up for them as of Dec 5/6

Senior Center membership is required to participate in activities including classes, trips and programs.

Please register and pay at least one week before the beginning date of each class. The City of Mentor accepts Cash, Check, Visa and Mastercard. When registering online, Discover and American Express may also be used.

PROGRAM/ACTIVITY REFUND GUIDELINES

1. A full refund or transfer is available if Mentor Senior Center cancels the program/activity.

2. Transfers can be made with full credit, up to the #rst day of the program. Transfers must be within the same season and year of programs and into a program that has available space.

3. An administrative charge of $10 will be assessed if the participant cancels out of the program/activity. Prevent the $10 fee by transferring the full amount to another program/activity within the same season. Students assume risk of change in personal a+airs and health.

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Country HeatStep right in to this easy-to-follow, completely exhilarating, country dance-inspired workout! No complicated moves. No memorizing routines. Just simply follow along to enjoy the low-impact, high-energy dance class set to the hottest country hits. You’ll have so much fun moving, stepping, clapping, stomping, and laughing, you’ll forget you’re burning mega calories and toning your body from head to toe!Instructor: Pam BenkoLocation: Fitness Studio #48202 Mon 10:35 – 11:30 a.m.Resident: $17/Nonresident: $21

Line Dancing Learn a variety of music and dances, including popular wedding dances. These classes are a great way to have fun with others, stay physically %t and mentally alert. Instructors: Barb Shoda - Mon; Polly Dubeansky – Mon; Sharen McDivitt - WedLocation: Studio 47396 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 5 p.m.–Inter47397 Mar 6 - Apr 17 Mon 5 p.m.–Inter47402 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 6:30 p.m.–Beg.47398 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 7:30 p.m.–Inter47399 Mar 6 - Apr 17 Mon 6:30 p.m.–Inter47400 Jan 4 - Feb 18 Wed 6 p.m.–Inter 47401 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 6 p.m.–InterResident: $18/Nonresident: $23

The 6:30 p.m. Very Beginner Line Dance class will be taught in Jan-Feb and o& in Mar-Apr.

The 7:30 Intermediate class will move to the 6:30 time slot in Mar-Apr.

Low Impact AerobicsThis energetic class is designed for able-bodied seniors, with a small amount of resistance bands and weights. Instructors: Kathy Brown - Fri 10:35 a.m.Sharon Benner - Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri; 9 a.m.Barb Bensi - Tue & Thu; 6:15 p.m.Location: Studio46863 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 9–9:45 a.m. 46849 Mar 6 - Apr 17 Mon 9–9:45 a.m. 46851 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 9–9:45 a.m. 46852 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 9–9:45 a.m. 46853 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 6:15–7 p.m. 46854 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 6:15–7 p.m. 46855 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 9–9:45 a.m. 46856 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 9–9:45 a.m. 46857 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 6:15–7 p.m. 46858 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 6:15–7 p.m.46859 Jan 6 - Feb 17 Fri 9–9:45 a.m. 46860 Mar 3 - Apr 21 Fri 9–9:45 a.m. 46861 Jan 6 - Feb 17 Fri 10:35–11:20 a.m. 46862 Mar 3 - Apr 21 Fri 10:35–11:20 a.m. Resident: $17/Nonresident: $21

Senior Shape-Up in ChairsThis class includes seated and standing exercises for increased )exibility, strength and mobility. Resistance bands, weights, balls and plates are all used in class. Instructors: Sharon Benner – Mon & Fri; Annette Santoro –Wed Location: Studio46865 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 10–10:30 a.m.46866 Mar 6 - Apr 17 Mon 10–10:30 a.m.46867 Jan 4 - Feb 15 Wed 10–10:30 a.m.46868 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 10–10:30 a.m.46869 Jan 6 - Feb 17 Fri 10–10:30 a.m.46870 Mar 3 - Apr 21 Fri 10–10:30 a.m.Resident: $12/Nonresident: $15

Stretch and BalanceSeated and standing exercises will focus on isolating muscles to improve balance, )exibility, and to increase mobility. Instructor: Sharon BennerLocation: Studio46944 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 10:40-11:25 a.m.46945 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 10:40-11:25 a.m. 46946 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 10:40-11:25 a.m.46947 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 10:40-11:25 a.m.Resident: $17/Nonresident: $21

Tai ChiTai Chi is an especially e&ective exercise modality for older adults. The Wu style is a meditative and energetic form, one of the national treasures of China. Instructor: Paul WallaceLocation: Studio 46950 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 2-3 p.m. 46951 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 2-3 p.m. Resident: $40/Nonresident: $50

Water Exercise classes do not follow our "tness

break schedule.

Water Exercise at HeisleyClass is designed especially for those 55 and older. This class includes a warm up and shallow water exercises, including cardio, toning and strength. Location: Heisley Racquet and Fitness Club Pool46952 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 8–8:45 a.m. 46953 Mar 6 - Apr 24 Mon 8–8:45 a.m. 46954 Jan 3 - Feb 28 Tue 10:30–11:15 a.m.46955 Mar 7 - Apr 25 Tue 10:30–11:15 a.m.46956 Jan 3 - Feb 28 Tue 2:15–3 p.m. 46957 Mar 7 - Apr 25 Tue 2:15–3 p.m. 46958 Jan 4 - Feb 22 Wed 8–8:45 a.m.46959 Mar 1 - Apr 26 Wed 8–8:45 a.m. 46960 Jan 5 - Feb 23 Thu 10:30–11:15 a.m.46961 Mar 2 - Apr 27 Thu 10:30–11:15 a.m. 46964 Jan 5 - Feb 23 Thu 2:15–3 p.m. 46965 Mar 2 - Apr 27 Thu 2:15–3 p.m. 46966 Jan 7 - Feb 25 Sat 12–12:45 p.m.46967 Mar 4 - Apr 29 Sat 12–12:45 p.m.


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WINTER/SPRING CLASSES (see registration & refund guidelines on pg 15)

Resident: $34/Nonresident: $43Do Not arrive more than 20 minutes before class begins

Water Exercise at Heisley - Strength TrainingThis fun water work-out creates less impact on the joints and bones. Included in the class will be the use of noodles, light water weights, resistance boards and paddles. You do not have to know how to swim.Location: Heisley Racquet and Fitness Club Pool46962 Jan 5 - Feb 23 Thu 1:15–2 p.m.46963 Mar 2 - Apr 27 Thu 1:15–2 p.m.Resident: $34/Nonresident: $43Do Not arrive more than 20 minutes before class begins.

Weight Training This strength class is designed to build muscle strength and bone density. Resistance bands and weights will be used while standing and while seated. Instructor: Sharon Benner – morning, Barb Bensi – eveningLocation: Studio47014 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 9:50–10:35 a.m.47015 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 9:50–10:35 a.m.47016 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 9:50–10:35 a.m. 47017 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 9:50–10:35 a.m. 47018 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 7:05–7:50 p.m.47019 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 7:05–7:50 p.m.47020 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 7:05–7:50 p.m. 47021 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 7:05–7:50 p.m. Resident: $17/Nonresident: $21

Wii Bowling Location: Cultural Arts Room47596 Feb 1–Apr 12 Wed 12:30 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: $6 (O! Feb 22 and Mar 22)

Location: Cardinal Room47593 Jan 19–Mar 23 Thu 12:15 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: $6

Location: Cultural Arts Room 47594 Jan 13–Mar 17 Fri 12:15 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: $6

YogaEnhance your well being by easing muscle and mental tension, and increasing your strength and balance. Bring a yoga mat and a #rm cushion or blanket and wear loose comfortable clothes. Instructor: Judy Churchill - Mon, Thu Denise Brown – SatLocation: Studio/Stage

Multilevel Yoga - beginner and continuing students46970 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 2–3:15 p.m.46971 Mar 6 - Apr 17 Mon 2–3:15 p.m.

Intermediate Yoga for more advanced students; prerequisite Multilevel Yoga or previous yoga experience46972 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 3:30–4:45 p.m.46973 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 3:30–4:45 p.m.

Multilevel Yoga for beginners and continuing students46974 Jan 7 - Feb 17 Sat 9–10:15 a.m.46975 Mar 4 - Apr 22 Sat 9–10:15 a.m.Resident: $40/Nonresident: $50

Zumba GoldThe Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves tailored to the older adult. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body and burn fat. Instructor: Annette SantoroLocation: Studio46977 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 5:15–6 p.m.46978 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 5:15–6 p.m.46979 Jan 4 - Feb 15 Wed 9–9:45 a.m. 46980 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 9–9:45 a.m. 46981 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 5:15–6 p.m.46982 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 5:15–6 p.m.Resident: $34/Nonresident: $43

Fitness Center/Exercise Equipment TrainingWe have cardiovascular equipment including 5 treadmills, 3 bikes, 2 seated ellipticals, and 3 standing ellipticals. The Tu! Stu! strength station o!ers a wide variety of exercises and the Precor stretch trainer o!ers great stretching options. You must be 55 years or older, a member of the senior center and must take the Exercise Equipment Training Class to participate.

Learn to use our equipment safely with proper form, seat and weight settings and how to use a workout card to track your progress from a certi#ed instructor. Classes are limited to four participants.

The two hours of instruction is available in 2 formats: The one hour, 2 session class is recommended for most seniors and those new to exercise. The two hour, 1 session class is recommended only for those experienced exercisers already familiar with the equipment. Due to small class size, it is not possible to do a make up if you miss one of your appointed classes.Call for dates and availabilityResident: $20/Nonresident: $25

Personal Fitness TrainingA certi#ed personal trainer will work with you to develop personalized training targeted toward speci#c #tness goals. You can choose from private, one on one instruction, or schedule with a friend for semi-private instruction.Mon, 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sharon BennerTue, 11:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Sharon Benner Thu, 11:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Sharon Benner Tue and Thu, 7:50 - 9:20 p.m. Barb BensiMon, 9:00 - 11:15 a.m. Annette SantoroMon, 4:45 - 6:45 p.m. Annette SantoroFri, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Annette Santoro

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WINTER/SPRING CLASSES (see registration & refund guidelines on pg 15)

All Media PaintingAll the fundamentals of art will be covered: composition, design, and color. Please bring the media of your choice, paper, and reference materials.Instructor: Jennifer TheilLocation: Cultural Arts Room47028 Jan 5 - Feb 16 Thu 10 a.m.-12 p.m.47029 Mar 2 - Apr 20 Thu 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Resident: $39/Nonresident: $49

Arts & Crafts StampingInstructor: Ann Fairchild Preregistration is requiredLocation: Cultural Arts Room47498 Jan 5, Feb 2 Thu 12:30 p.m. 47499 Mar 2, Apr 6 Thu 12:30 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: $4

Arts & Crafts Seasonal CraftInstructor: Cathy May Krebs Preregistration is requiredLocation: Cultural Arts Room47501 Jan 12, 26 Feb 9, 23 Thu 12:30 p.m. 47488 Mar 9, 23 Apr 13, 27 Thu 12:30 p.m. Resident/Nonresident: $8

American Sign Language BeginnerLearn the history and basic signs of American Sign Language. Students will learn the alphabet, basic non verbal communication skills, !nger spelling, and basic vocabulary. By the end of class, learn the basics of a new language and be able to communicate. Instructor: Maggie Runyon Location: Conf Room 247039 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 11 a.m.–12 p.m.47040 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 11 a.m.–12 p.m.Resident:$35/Nonresident: $44

American Sign Language - 2

Beginner American Sign Language is a prerequisite unless approved by instructor. Expand on what you have already learned in Beginner Sign Language. Learn sentence structure and more about deaf culture. Challenge yourself and continue learning!Instructor: Maggie Runyon Location: Conf Room 247041 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 12–1 p.m.47042 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 12–1 p.m.Resident: $35/Nonresident: $44

Computers - JanuaryPhotos: How to take them on your device, whether it’s a phone or tablet. Where pictures are stored, and how to access them, store them and print.Instructor: Scott HowarthLocation: Cultural Arts Room47624 Jan 13 and 20 Fri 10-11 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

FebruaryEmail: This is a pass/fail class. If you can email the instructor

during the last class you PASS. The instructor will prepare you for the big test!Instructor: Scott HowarthLocation: Cultural Arts Room47625 Feb 10 and 17 Fri 10-11 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

MarchFacebook: Why is Facebook so popular? It’s a great way to stay in touch with family and friends through chatting, instant messages, pictures and videos. Video chat with the instructor on the last day.Instructor: Scott HowarthLocation: Cultural Arts Room47626 Mar 10 and 17 Fri 10-11 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

AprilPinterest: A social networking website with visual content. Create a pro!le, set-up boards, and learn how to pin.Instructor: Scott HowarthLocation: Cultural Arts Room47627 Apr 14 and 21 Fri 10-11 a.m.Resident/Nonresident: $7

Creative CeramicsJoin us for winter projects. Class includes instruction and !ring. An $8 supply fee is payable at time of registration and includes use of brushes and paints. Greenware fee is payable to the instructor. All levels of students are welcome. Instructor: Sharon Williams Location: Cultural Arts Room 47030 Jan 4 - Feb 15 Wed 10 a.m.-12 p.m.47032 Jan 4 - Feb 15 Wed 6–8 p.m. 47031 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 10 a.m.-12 p.m.47033 Mar 1 - Apr 19 Wed 6–8 p.m. Resident: $39/Nonresident: $49

IPAD HelpVolunteer available in the Great Room to assist you with your questions. Schedule your free 30 minute session today. You must have an Apple Device.Jan 11, 18 and 26, Feb 8, 15 and 22Mar 8, 15 and 22, Apr 12, 19 and 26Wed 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Instructor: Carol AmeenLocation: Great RoomResident/Nonresident: Free

Piano LessonsWe o%er basic and continuing piano lessons. The lesson plans include a balance of theory, sight reading and repertoire appropriate to the student’s ability.Instructor: Marge SyroneyLocation: Stage47601 Jan 6 - Feb 17 Fri 10–10:45 a.m.– Beg47602 Mar 3 - Apr 21 Fri 11–11:45 a.m.– Cont47603 Jan 6 - Feb 17 Fri 10–10:45 a.m.– Beg47604 Mar 3 - Apr 21 Fri 11–11:45 a.m.– ContResident: $36/Nonresident: $42

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Tuesday Quilters A.M.Explore new projects using modern and time-saving methods in a warm, friendly, and self-paced atmosphere. Focus will be on learning color, value, and construction techniques to advance your quilting knowledge. Students should bring material (based upon provided project supply list), sewing machine in good condition, sewing notions, and miscellaneous supplies (rulers, rotary cutters, scissors). An iron and ironing board is provided for your convenience. Morning class is for the con!dent beginner to intermediate/advanced and the evening class is for the beginner to con!dent beginner. Instructor: Teri BittnerLocation: Cultural Arts RoomTuesday Quilters A.M. Class47034 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 9-11 a.m.47035 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 9-11 a.m. Resident: $39/Nonresident: $49

Tuesday Quilters P.M. Beginner Class47036 Jan 3 - Feb 21 Tue 6-8 p.m. 47037 Mar 7 - Apr 18 Tue 6-8 p.m.Resident: $39/Nonresident: $49

A Story From a Picture and Story CubesThe group ‘warms up’ using STORY CUBES to spark their creativity. Then they create a story from a picture provided by Debbie Muzik. It’s a fun way to be creative, use your imagination, recall and share pleasant memories, and keep sharp your communication skills – both talking and listening. No class Jan 2, 16 or Feb 20.Facilitator: Debbie MuzikLocation: Cultural Arts Room47038 Jan 9 - Feb 27 Mon 11:40 a.m.–12:40 p.m.Resident/Nonresident: Free

What’s In The Cards?Learn about the symbolism in the popular card decks being used for ‘readings’ and then apply your knowledge to give yourself a personalized reading. We will explore decks related to angels, Native Americans, Eastern philosophies, the animal kingdom, the plant kingdom, crystals and gems, and more. We will not include the Tarot.Facilitator: Debbie MuzikLocation: Cultural Arts Room47050 Mar 6 - Apr 24 Mon 11:40 a.m.–12:40 p.m.Resident $20/Nonresident: $25

Memory FitnessGive your memory a boost with exercises designed to stimulate the brain, and strategies you can use to support your memory. The latest in current brain and memory research is included. Useful handouts to take with you are also provided.Facilitator: Debbie MuzikLocation: Cardinal Room47051 Mar 6 - 27 Mon 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.Resident $10/Nonresident: $12.50

Living with LossAn upbeat and uplifting education and encouragement group for those experiencing the loss of a loved one. These sessions will help you learn about the grief process, acquire coping skills, and share your experiences with others who

are also grieving. Participants in previous groups found it easier to be in a group with others experiencing similar challenges, and to have useful hand-outs to take with them for future reference. The group is open to adults of all ages.Facilitator: Debbie MuzikLocation: Cardinal Room47063 Apr 3 - 24 Mon 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.Resident $20/Nonresident: $25

Mentor Senior Center 2017 Special Events

Jan 18 Welcome 2017 Party 2 - 4 p.m. 27 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Feb 2 Newcomers 2 and 6 p.m. 3 Little Princess Valentine Dance (Wildwood) 7 – 8:30 p.m. 24 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Mar 2 Mardi Gras Luncheon 11:30 a.m. 17 St. Patrick’s Day Lunch 11:30 a.m. 31 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Apr 11 Opening Day Celebration TBA 24 Line Dance Party 6:30 – 9 p.m. 28 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m. 29 Garage Sale 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.May 5 Wildwood Singers Concert 7:30 p.m. 12 Jersey Beat Concert 7 - 9:30 18 Newcomers 2 and 6 p.m. 26 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Jun 2 Frank Krupa Show 7 – 9 p.m. 13 Italian Luncheon 11:30 a.m. 30 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m. Jul 6 4th of July Luncheon 11:30 a.m. 19 Scimitars 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. 28 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Aug 11 Volunteer Luncheon 11:30 a.m. 15 International Potluck Picnic 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 25-26 Mentor CityFest 4 – 11/12 – 11 p.m. 25 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m. 28 Line Dance Party 6:30 – 9 p.m.Sep 8 Art Reception (Wildwood) 7 – 8:30 p.m. 11 Newcomers Meeting 2 & 6 p.m. 15 90+ celebration 11:30 a.m. 19 Hillcrest Band 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. 29 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Oct 12 Hungarian Luncheon 11:30 a.m. 27 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.Nov 5 Quilt Show (Wildwood) 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 9 Travel Meeting 1:00 p.m. 11 Veteran’s Breakfast 9:30 a.m. 16 Thanksgiving Lunch/La Malfa 11:30 – 1:30 18 Arts n Crafts Sale 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dec 5 Hillcrest Band Holiday Concert 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. 8 Holiday Concert (Wildwood) 7:30 p.m. 11 Line Dance Party 6:30 – 9p.m. 15 Monthly Celebration 11:30 a.m.

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