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MOREAU 60+ SENIOR CALENDAR 144 Main St., South Glens Falls, NY 12803

(518) 792-6007 Fax: (518) 792-0837

September 2016 www.moreaucommunitycenter.org Ph. 792-6007

Welcome Vanessa Ross The Moreau Community Center is pleased to announce that Vanessa has joined our staff. She is the new Senior Program Assistant and will be working side by side with Jeanne. Vanessa has been with the Washington County Office for the Aging for 28 years. We know that she will bring years of experience to our senior program’s and we welcome her. If you are in the building stop in and say hello.

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WE ARE TAKING RESERVATIONS NOW Annual DESSERT CARD PARTY ~ Wednesday, October 26th 5:00- 8:30 pm.

This is always a fun evening. We serve nice sandwiches, desserts, sherbet punch, coffee and tea.

We also award nice door prizes and hold a 50/50 raffle. The cost is still only $5. Not a card player?

Bring a board game. For reservations or more info, call Jeanne. Walk-ins are welcome.

* If you could donate 3 cans of white tuna, Hellman's Mayo or 2 liter bottles of Perk-up, call us at 792-6007

35th Annual Moreau Community Center 144 Main Street, South Glens Falls Friday, Nov. 18th Saturday, Nov.19th 4:00PM-8:00PM 9:00AM-3:00PM

Many beautiful raffle items. BROWSE AND SHOP OVER 25 TABLES Visit our Food Court for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (take out available). Quilt Raffle, stop by our “Cookie Walk” for some homemade cookies. Thrift Store will be open upstairs

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Saratoga County Office for the Aging’s Annual Senior Picnic Thursday, Sept 8th Chicken BBQ at 12:00 at the Saratoga Co. Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa.Tickets are $4.00 and are available at the Moreau Community Center or the Saratoga Office for the Aging call 884-4100 for info

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SAVE THE DATE

HOLIDAY DINNER AT THE PEPPERMILL WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 14TH.

Sign up now for one of the three seating’s 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm

UPCOMING TRIPS

Annual Luncheon Cruise on the Lac Du St. Sacrement ~ Thursday Sept. 22nd The 3-hour cruise also provides entertainment… it boards at 11:00am. Please call for pricing and

to reserve your spot. Our Dial-a-Bus can pick up Moreau Seniors at their homes and others at the

center. Those who drive to Lake George on their own will meet the group at the pier to get their tickets

The Big E Fair ~ Wednesday, Sept 28th Is now open to all ages This is a great day trip- the largest fair in the Northeast. Top name entertainment, major exhibits, The Big E Super Circus, the Avenue of the States, dazzling thrill shows, New England history and agriculture,

animals, rides, shopping, crafts, a parade, and foods from around the world. We always enjoy this fair. Call now!

LANCASTER, PA / Sight & Sound “Samson” ~ October 4th- 6th 3 Shows (“Crooners” at the American Theater “Anything Goes” at the Dutch Apple Theater and “Samson”

Amish Touring, Longwood Gardens and great Amish Hospitality This trip is now full call to be added to a small waiting list…….792-6007.

If we get enough interest a second coach could be added….Money is now due

SHREK THE MUSICAL

Make room for ogre-sized family fun as the greatest fairy tale never told comes to

life in a whole new way in this breathtaking Broadway musical adaptation of the hit

movie Shrek. This musical is not just for children-it has a wide audience appeal.

Sign up now for Sunday Oct. 16th, 2016 – 2:00pm

(There is no transportation included in this trip)

Lake Dinner Theater: “Southern Comforts” ~ Wednesday, October 19th Sign up now. Lunch at 11:30am, Show at 1:00pm…… Money is now due.

We will be assigning seats in the order that you call in, and will try to keep parties together. Call now to reserve. Let us know your menu choice: Beef w/ Bordelaise sauce, Broiled Salmon, Chicken Marsala or Vegetarian Pasta.

“WONDERS OF THE WEST”

MAY 12TH-JUNE 1ST

A TRIP OF A LIFETIME, TOUR NATIONAL PARKS, MONUMENTS, HISTORIC SITES, THE WILD WEST Tour includes: 20 Nights lodging and all applicable taxes, 34 meals: 20 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 13 dinners, Chicago City Tour, Dinner & Show at Tommy Gun’s Garage Theater, Upper Dells Boat Cruise, Visit the Corn Palace, Badlands National Park with a stop at the famous Wall Drug Store, Deadwood City tour, Visit Tatanka the “Story of the Bison”, Crazy Horse Memorial, Buffalo jeep Tour at Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore w/ Dinner and Lighting ceremony, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Tetons and Jenny Lake boat ride, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park, Lake Powell Boat cruise and Grand Canyon Tour, Monument Valley Jeep Tour, Visit 4 Corners Monument and Mesa Verde National Park, Visit the Anasazi Heritage Center, Ride the Durango Silverton train & Pikes Peak Railroad, Visit the Garden of the Gods, Eisenhower Library, Tour the National Frontier Trails Museum, The Clabber Girl Museum Tour and Lunch. We will have a

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24/7 guide with us and step on guides. Please note: Insurance, Gratuities, Drivers and Guides tips are included. Stop in and pick up a full itinerary or call with QUESTIONS 792-6007 Jeanne

We are now full. Please call to be added to a wait list. Unfortunately, we always go to a wait list. 792-6007

Tuesday Sept. 20th 1-6pm call ahead to schedule your

appt. 792-6007 or visit redcrossblood.org

Informational Programs IMPORTANT INFO: If you plan on attending any of our programs, please CALL 792-6007 with your name and number, so we know if there is any interest (if we needed to cancel, we have your number to call).

INFORMATION on HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS Oct. 15th thru Dec 7th, Seniors can change insurances with no penalties. We will be offering programs to Seniors to discuss new plans and changes to Health Insurance. We are NOT endorsing any particular plan. CDPHP- Thursday Oct. 20th & Nov.8th 2:00 pm MVP- Oct. 14th & Nov. 3rd 12:45 pm Representative: Mary Jo Murray Representative: Kim Weaver

Todays Options-Tuesday Oct 18th 12:45 United Health Care- Thursday Oct. 27th

Representative: Maureen Hallaran Representative: Maureen Hallaran Blue Shield of North Eastern NY -Mon. Nov. 7th

BASKETS NEEDED!!!!!!!!!!! Themed Basket Raffle is a HUGE part Of the Block Party Success. Would you help by donating a basket? Can’t Think of a theme, we have ideas to share. Great project for Book Clubs, neighborhoods, troops, groups or individuals. Contact: Kelly @ 792-6007

Join us for our Monthly COMMUNITY DINNER featuring

ROAST TURKEY ~ Monday, September 19th

NOW... open seating from 4:30 – 6:00pm (Reservations

are preferred.) Call to reserve. Eat-in or Take-out.

PLEASE NOTE: We are now taking orders and meals can be

delivered to Midtown Apts. at 5:30. Will need your name, phone number and apartment number Roast Turkey with gravy, Tossed Salad, Mashed Potato,

Carrots, Bread and Dessert. Cost: $9 adult / $5 child Looking for donations…. Desserts, Canned Carrots,

Call us (792-6007) if you can.

Representative: Casey Bates5555

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS Saratoga County Residents~ Tuesday Sept. 13th 10:00-11:45am. Blood pressure, Glucose and

Cholesterol). Call us to schedule your free appointment, 792-6007.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE: Sept. 8th,8:15 - 4:00 pm (class is full) call to be added to a waiting list. This course, sponsored by AARP, can save you money on your auto insurance; save 10% for 3 years.

We offer a one-day course, usually on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Classes fill fast! AARP $20 / non-members $25. More 2016: Oct. 13th, Nov. 10th, and Dec. 8th.

ELDER LAW/ESTATE PLANNING Attorney Timothy Alden will return to the Moreau Community Center to present a program on Elder law/Estate Planning. Tim will be here on Tuesday November 15th at 12:30. Please call and give us your name and number if you’re planning on attending this very important program. 792-6007

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO????? Our LIBRARY REP from Crandall Library, Tisha Dolton will be at the Center

The third Tuesday of the month at 11:30. 9/20,10/18, 11/15, 12/20. She brings large print books and request.

SUDOKU CLUB Join Margot Hyde on Wednesdays at 2pm for tips on the fun of doing Sudoku puzzles. It never ceases to amaze us at how good she is at solving these puzzles.

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BRIDGE / CARD GAMES / BOARD GAMES ~ Monday, Wednesday and possibly Fridays (If space is available, check newsletter) Let us know what card games you play and we will try to pre-

arrange a table. Call us at 792-6007.Now looking for Mah Jongg players for Wednesday afternoons.

Monday Morning BINGO ~ Play for prizes and pennies. Mondays ~ 10am at the Center.

Thursday Evening at St. Michael's, Saratoga Ave., So. Glens Falls

Doors open at 5 PM ~ BINGO begins at 6:30 PM

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DINNER CLUB: Join us at Morgan and Co. Sept. 14 th @ 4:45pm

We order off the menu and receive separate checks. We usually have about 30 in our group… always a fun night out. Let us know if you will be joining us - we always make reservations,

792-6007. The Dinner Club meets each month at a different restaurant. Next month… The Wishing Well, Oct. 12th, The Caldwell House Nov. 9th

LUNCH & A MOVIE is back… at the “190 GRILL” ~ Friday, September 30th

The new “190 Grill & Cinema” (previously Amie’s) in downtown Glens Falls is offering a special Lunch and Movie just for us on the last Friday of every month.

HOW IT WORKS: You will arrive at the theater at 11:30am and pay $4.50 for the movie and $9.00 minimum for your lunch. (A $9.00 "Soup and ½ Sandwich Special" will be available) - or you can order off the menu.

Call us to reserve your spot, 792-6007. We will not have the name of the movie until the week before, but you need to sign up early to secure your spot. You may cancel if you don’t wish to see the chosen movie.

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Craft Workshop Tuesdays 9-11

Craft items will be made for our Holiday Bazaar in November. Not a crafter? June will find a project just for you. Join this nice group of ladies every Tuesday 9:00-11:00, in our Big Hall. Nice refreshments will be served.

ONE STROKE PAINTING CLASSES STAMPINGCLASS: HANDMADECARDS

Fridays, Sept. 2nd & Sept. 16th 10:00 - 11:30 Fridays, Sept 9th & Sept. 23rd 10:00-11:30 $6.00

with Christine Mahoney Instructor Kristine Matteson will provide all materials.

Finished Project in one session! $15 Each participant will create 3 beautiful handmade cards.

Beginner Landscape Oil Painting Classes

Thursdays, Sept 1st, * Sept. 15th, * Sept 22nd * Sept. 29th * 9:00 - 11:00am Taught by Karen Ramsey McGinn, an award-winning artist in multiple mediums.

(Paints and brushes are not included and must be purchased prior to the class.) Cost: $15 a class.

~ Make your own braided wool rug…. "RUG RATS" Fridays 1:30 - 3:30 (Free)

Our experienced “rats” will teach you how. Everyone is welcome. Needed: good, clean, wool fabric or cloth

* * * * SEPTEMBER DIAL-A-BUS MINI TRIPS * * * *

Sept. 2nd 10:00- Day at The Saratoga Flat Track Sept. 8th 9:45- Saratoga Co. Office for the Aging Annual Picnic Sept.22nd 9:45- Boat Ride on the Lac Du St. Sacrament, Lake George Sept.29th 11:00- Lunch at the Docksider, Glen Lake Sept.30th 9:00- Hicks Orchard in Granville, Lunch at Latham’s in Hudson Falls

DIAL-A-BUS GROCERY SHOPPING Mornings: Price Chopper / Afternoons: Hannaford Wed. Sept. 7th * Wed. Sept. 14th * Wed. Sept. 21st * Wed. Sept. 28th

If you need a ride to Doctor’s, banking, or other appointments, give us a call at 792-6007. ($3 Donation appreciated)

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Thursday, Sept. 1st Medical Friday, Sept 2nd Saratoga Flat Track

Monday, Sept. 5th Closed / Labor Day Tuesday, Sept. 6th Aviation Mall/ Walmart Wed., Sept. 7th Grocery Shopping Thursday, Sept. 8th Office for the Aging Picnic Friday, Sept. 9th Saratoga Racino

Monday, Sept. 12th Aldi’s/ Price Rite

Tuesday, Sept. 13th Medical Appointments / Community Action Wed., Sept 14th Grocery Shopping Thursday, Sept. 15th Clifton Park / Colonie Center /Crossgates Friday, Sept. 16th Wilton Mall/Walmart

Monday Sept. 19th Medical Appointments Tuesday Sept. 20th Medical Appointments / Community Action Wed., Sept. 21st Grocery Shopping Thursday, Sept. 22nd Lac Du St. Sacrament Boat Ride & Lunch Friday Sept. 23rd Garage Saleing

Monday Sept. 26th Medical Appointments Tuesday Sept. 27th Adirondack Museum, Blue Mt. Lake Wed., Sept. 28th Grocery Shopping

Thursday Sept. 29th Lunch at the Docksider, Glen Lake Friday Sept. 30th Hicks Orchard, Lunch at Lathams

MOREAU FUN BAND SCHEDULE Tuesday Sept 6th NO Practice NO Practice

Friday Sept 9th 4:00-6:00 Perform at Sandy Hill Days Tuesday Sept. 13th 1:00pm Practice Tuesday Sept. 20th 1:30 pm Lena’s Tuesday Sept. 27th 2:00 pm Woodlawn Commons Saratoga

(lunch at Golden Corral @ noon) Tuesday Oct. 4th 1:00pm Practice Tuesday Oct. 11th 1:00pm Practice

The Fun Band is actively looking for new members to join! No commitment, just a whole lot of fun!! If you play an instrument or like to sing we’d love to have you. Please Jeanne at 792-6007 for info

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TAI-CHI with Sifu Sam Ling Great Program Every Tuesday 3:00-4:00pm $6

It involves a series of slow fluid movements that focus on balance and deep breathing. Tai-chi is especially great for seniors - those who take Tai-chi experience less pain, stiffness and fatigue. Give it a try.

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SOB’s ~ “Seniors-On-Bikes”

Scenic Lake Ride with Donna Wescott, Sept. 9th Meet at the Schroon Lake Southern Boat Launch, bring lunch and water. This will be a 14 mile bike ride around

part of Schroon Lake. Directons: Take I-87 to Exit 26, go through Pottersville for approximately a mile, take a

right on Glendale Rd., go about .8 of a mile to the Southern Schroon Lake Boat launch (on your left). Will have

lunch at the boat launch after the ride. Please call Donna Wescott at 518-623-2584 to let her now you’ll be

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MVP LATIN MOVES: Fall Classes will resume on Weds. Sept. 21st. Please call Jeanne or Vanessa to register. Classes limited to 30 people

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OSTEOPOROSIS PREVENTION EXERCISE PROGRAM

OSTEO-BUSTERS is a great exercise program to build muscle and strengthen bones. Join us! This free program is held here every Monday and Friday from 8:30 - 9:45am. Call 792-6007 for more info

LAWN BOWL

Lawn Bowling will run from June through October at Chase Sports, 22 Hudson Falls Rd., South Glens Falls (The old Chase Bag Factory) every Monday night from 6-8 pm. Please join us for some fun and low impact exercise.

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Contact Scott Snyder at 518-791-2341 or Will Aitcheson at 518- 743-9691.

Moreau Seniors Bowling League

KEGLER’s News… Our new season of bowling begins on Monday, Sept 12th 9:00 am

at Kingpins Alley. The teams have been formed and at this writing we have two

openings. Call Sue Johnson if you are interested in joining-full time or as a sub. 792-5037

**Walking Club Every Thursday at 8:30 AM Call Ginny DeSantis 793-3603** MONEY IS NOW DUE..…FOR ALL 2016 TRIP ANY QUESTIONS CALL JEANNE

TRIPS TRIPS TRIPS TRIPS TRIPS {Please note: If you cannot be here for a sign-up (away, working, sick, etc.) let us know and we will sign up for you.}

2017 IN THE WORKS

(more info coming in following newsletters) “Wicked” Saturday March 11th…PROCTORS...Is now open to all areas (Guest welcome) WONDERS OF THE WEST….MAY 12TH THRU JUNE 1ST…NOW OPEN TO ALL AREA S….Call to be added to a small waiting list “HAMILTON” New York City…….pending June date and price “Anything Goes”, Westchester Broadway Theatre in the Round…Thursday July 13th, 2017 “Jonah” Lancaster PA….September 19th, 20th & 21st………..

“THE BEATLES TRIBUTE SHOW” at the Aqua Turf Club, Tuesday, September 13th

This look-alike, sound alike, tribute band is dedicated to bringing you as close to a real Beatles concert as you can get…a two-hour energetic show with their many hits. They played at Shea Stadium for the 40th Anniversary of the Fab Four’s concert. A nice luncheon included: Baked Ham, Chicken Francais’,

Pasta. Sign up now. Money is now due. This trip is now full, please call to be added to the waiting list 792-6007

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LANCASTER, PA / Sight & Sound “Samson” ~ October 4th- 6th 3 Shows (“Crooners” at the American Theater “Anything Goes” at the Dutch Apple Theater and “Samson”

Amish Touring, Longwood Gardens and great Amish Hospitality. Money is now due. This trip is now full. However, if we get enough interest a second bus could be added …….792-6007.

VERMONT: Montpelier Capital Tour & Cabot Creamery Tour ~ Tuesday, October 11th Hope Cemetery Tour and Lunch at Barre, VT Steak House also included.

This trip is now full, please call to be added to the waiting list 792-6007. Money is now due.

*****MISSISSIPPI RIVER PADDLEBOAT - On the Hudson River! - TENTATIVE FALL TRIP***** Enjoy a leisurely cruise - southern style, from Newburgh, NY, luncheon at The Blu Point, and Vanderbilt Mansion tour.

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Lake Dinner Theater: “Southern Comforts” ~ Wednesday, October 19th Sign up now. Lunch at 11:30am, Show at 1:00pm. Money is now due.

We will be assigning seats in the order that you call in, and will try to keep parties together. Call now to reserve. Let us know your menu choice: Beef w/ Bordelaise sauce, Broiled Salmon, Chicken Marsala or Vegetarian Pasta.

Our annual trip to RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SHOW ~ Weds. November 30th The traditional show, starring the NYC Rockettes. WE

WERE ABLE TO GET THE BEST SEATS EVER PURCHASED SO DON’T HESITATE~ CALL NOW AND SIGN UP FOR A TRULY WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE. All ages welcome. Treat a grandchild! We are now full but call to be added to the waiting list.

JIMMY MAZZ CHRISTMAS SHOW at the Hall of Springs, Saratoga Springs. ~ Tuesday, December 20th

As of this typing we have 2 full motor coach with a few openings……. Don’t hesitate to give us a call 792-6007

Nature Fest,

Moreau Lake State Park Saturday 9/17 10-4 Live Animal Shows, Crafts, Pumpkin Painting, Birdhouse Building,

and much more. Call the Park Office for more info 793-0511

Secrets Your Mother Never Told You…

Shannon Regner PT, owner of Innova Physical Therapy, PLLC will be here Thursday, November 17th 12:45. The subject will focus on bladder issues. Shannon specializes in pelvic floor conditions such as frequent trips to the bathroom, or not making it on time. We promise you will learn something new that you wish your mother would have taught you. (Please let us know if you plan on attending)

* * Welcome New Members * *

Cindy Ernst, Sue Eggleston, Sherry Fleming, Lynn Havens, Joyce Phillips, Wilma Rizzo, Linda Mattison, Kimberlee Wood

******************** IN MEMORY OF

RUTH PRATT Our condolences are sent to the family of Ruth Pratt. Ruth was a Home Delivered Meals Driver and a Fun

Band Member for many years. She traveled on many trips; one was cross country with her husband Ed. Ruth

was a great “Lady” who will be missed by many.

IN MEMORY OF

CORKY BOMBARD Our sympathies extended to Barb Warner on the recent passing of “Corky”. Corky was a good man who

spent many years volunteering for the Elks Club in Queensbury.

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Jeanne Gutheil

Senior Program Director

jeanne@moreaucommunitycenter

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Lace or Lace curtains for our Maybasket ladies and good clean wool for our Rug Rats. Any

questions please call 792-6007 for information.