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The Mission of the Senior Center Division of Maple Knoll Communities

Inc. is to provide a stimulating community experience by

creating sustainable, outstanding opportunities for social, intellectual and volunteer experiences, while

providing care and support to those we serve throughout the

Greater Cincinnati area.

May / June 2015

Sycamore Connections A Maple Knol l community program

NOW AT SYCAMORE

Trip Monday July 13th

May / June 2015

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Membership Renewal Registration 2 Staff Members Back Cover

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SYCAMORE SENIOR CENTER Membership Registration Form

____ New ____ Renewal ____ $30 Individual/ Year ____ $50 Couple/Year ____ $1000 Golden Lifetime Name ______________________________________ Address ____________________________________ City/State/Zip________________________________ Birth Date ___________________________________ Phone ______________________________________ Email Address ________________________________ Emergency Contact___________________________ Address _______________________________ Phone ________________________________ Relationship____________________________

**Membership cards can be obtained at the Welcome Center or by sending a self addressed

stamped envelope.

Please send your email address to Laura at

lbell@mkcommunities.org for the Center’s records.

WHAT’S FOR LUNCH . . . Our Deli serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm Enjoy a hot entrée daily plus a variety of soups, salads, and sandwiches available through Sycamore Café. A suggested donation of $3.00 for the main entrée, while prices on sandwiches and salad bar vary. Call the Center’s lunch hot line number at 686-1019.

Table of Contents CENTER ACTIVITIES

100% Participation Rally 4 AARP Driver Safety Course 7 Allergy Screening 9 Author Reading Event 11 Balance Risk of Fall Assessment 9 Bingo Evening 9 Book Talk 7 Café Specials 4 CarFit 7 Casino Trips 13 Center Budget 3 Christmas Crafts with Jean 5 Chronic Disease Self Management 8 Bob Evans Quick Seating 6 Café/Kitchen Renovations 14 Chair Massage 8 Dance Friday Nights 6 Drawing Beginner Class 6 Fanfest 11 Golf 12 Hearing Screening 7 Language Exchange 11 Lunch & Theatre 12 Mammogram 6 Memorial Walkway 5 Memorials and Honorariums 14 Microsoft PC Tune Up 8 Money Matters 9 Mother’s Day Luncheon 5 Movies on the Big Screen 10 National Health & Fitness Day 4 New and Returning Members 14 OLLI Wednesday WOW’S 10 Outreach Services 13 Penny - Fitness Center Coordinator 7 Phone - A - Thon 5 Reds Games 11 Striders 13 Sycamore Day at the Races Luncheon 6 Talk Tuesday Hearing Aids Connect Hearing 5 Managing Your Utility Bills 7 Downsizing 8 Bath room Safety 8 Make My Final Wish Green 9 Beauty Trends Nordstrom’s 11 Targeting Tobacco 9 Veteran Luncheon 13

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The Pie Doesn’t Lie!

Your gift will make all the difference to Sycamore Senior Center this year! No matter how you slice it, your gift is:

Appreciated

Needed Valued

and Important

So the Sycamore Senior Center can keep providing the best services and programs for:

Members Friends

Neighbors and, most importantly,

YOU.

Thank you for your personal contribution to our Looking Ahead! Campaign today! (Link to give gift or info on how to give gift here)

With this annual fund drive, your contribution will sustain our mission. Any donation, no matter the size, will allow the Center to continue assisting older adults to live their lives with independence and dignity for as long as possible in their own homes. Remember, your gift to the Sycamore Senior Center is 100% tax-deductible. For more information on The Sycamore Senior Center Annual Fund Drive please contact Joshua Howard at (513) 686-1004. Thank you for your continued support of our center!

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9:00 am 1:00 pm

WALKING A MILE CHALLENGE Walk a mile (10,000 steps) or walk a half a mile (5,000 steps) if you are unable to com-plete a mile on our mapped out course to encourage good health. Check in at the Walgreens booth for a completion certificate, free pedometer and a water bottle.

9:00 am

ATHLETIC SHOES GUIDANCE One on one advice based on your foot type and shape, plus potential shoe solutions for your aches and pains.

9:00 am 1:00 pm

PRESCRIPTION REVIEW Bring your medical prescriptions. A pharmacist will help determine if there are any medication conflicts or concerns.

9:00 am STRETCH FLEX AEROBICS Free class with SSC instructor Patty Cooper.

10:00 am SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSIC Free class with SSC instructor Patty Cooper.

11:00 am TAI CHI/ QIGONG Free class with SSC instructor Marlene Brown.

11:30 am LINE DANCE Free class with SSC instructor Judy Maloney

12:30 pm GENTLE YOGA Free class with SSC instructor Sheela Mehta.

1:00 pm

TENNIS WITH THE PRO Enhance your tennis game with Five Seasons Adult Tennis Director Tim Geraci through hands-on instruction on grip, swing, accuracy, and basic elements of the game.

1:00 pm

SPA EXPERIENCE Presented by the Five Seasons Family Sports Club Day Spa and Salon.

1:40 pm PROFESSIONAL TRAINER WORKOUT Professional Personal Trainer, Andy Loufman offers an over 60 fitness demo.

2:00 pm BALLROOM WORKSHOP Dance Instructor Jessica Whalen offers a fun Ballroom Dance lesson.

Mother’s Day Luncheon

Friday, May 8th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

$12.00 A Baked Quiche Lorraine with a croissant,

tossed green salad with strawberries, almond slivers & poppy seed dressing, a butterscotch & whipped cream parfait

NEW SUMMER OFFERINGS

Summer Sub Sandwiches Summer Salads

“A Taste of Summer” Gazpacho

Café Hours Monday - Friday

SYCAMORE SENIOR CENTER

ICE CREAM SUNDAE DAYS Thursday, June 11th Friday, June 19th

Cool off from the summer heat with a fresh sundae!

Friday May 29th 12:00 pm—1:00 pm Join us here as we celebrate everyone who participated in this year’s annual fund. Participation is the key to our success so whether you made a donation at the center, purchased a ticket to the Sycamore Stakes and Luncheon at Belterra Park Gaming or donated during the phone-a-thon, wear your pin and come to the rally.

Wednesday May 27th 2015

"If You Keep Moving You’ll Keep Improving!"

100,000 older adults will participate in activities

at more than 1,000 locations throughout the U.S. to celebrate the 22th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day. At Sycamore we will celebrate with

free screenings, information booths, give–a-ways, demonstrations,

Walking A Mile Challenge, healthy food options and much more…

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Memorial Walkway Honor your Center friends, clubs, groups and family members by having a memorial brick engraved for the Memorial Walkway at the

building’s entrance. Your gift is tax deductible and is a lasting tribute. If you would like to

order a brick, forms are available at the Reception Center. For more information,

call Joshua Howard at 686-1004.

ANSWER THE PHONE

SYCAMORE’S BENEFIT PHONE-A-THON

Wednesday, May 6th - Thursday, May 7th

On May 6th and 7th, Sycamore Phone-a-thon volunteers will

call you to confirm your contact information, and to ask for your support of the

Annual Fund. By now, you should have received an Annual Fund request by mail.

When you receive your call, the volunteer will first make sure that your mailing address

(including e-mail) is correct. Next, volunteers will give you an opportunity to support the

center with your donation.

Whether you are able to give $10 or $10,000, your gift will make a difference. Please note, you can make

a pledge and give donations on a monthly basis in smaller amounts to fit your budget.

Please Give, you are the key element to keeping Sycamore’s doors open.

Answer The Phone!

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS WITH JEAN Tuesday May 5th, 12th, 19th 1:30 pm Member Jean Dempsey has organized some very exciting holiday decorating ideas to deck the halls of the center in December. But it will take all of us to pull it off. Join Jean in May as we make these fun and easy craft projects which will adorn our center this coming holiday season.

HEARING AIDS EVALUATIONS & CLEANING Tuesday May 5th 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Repeats Tuesday June 2nd 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Connect Hearing Inc.’s doctor will conduct a visual inspection of your hearing aids and clean them if needed. Learn about hearing health, what causes hearing loss, and how it affects the brain. Also learn about the latest advancements in hearing technology and tips on how to reduce your future risk for hearing loss.

MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON

Friday, May 8th

$12.00 11:30 am 1:00 pm

Join us for a wonderful Mother's Day Luncheon.

The Cincinnati Art Museum will present "Designing Women: Cincinnati's

Dressmakers", a journey through the best in

women's fashion from the late 19th and early 20th century plus a special

Mother’s Day gift. We have limited space. Make your reservation

today 984-1234.

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Join us for a luncheon and an exciting afternoon of

Thoroughbred Horse Racing and Gaming

To support Meals on Wheels and other Sycamore Senior Center services.

May 14th, 2015

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Beginning Drawing May 13th, 20th, 27th June 3rd, 10th, 17th $36. 00 for member $56.00 for nonmember Instructor: Ms. Myrtle Blankenbuehler This is a six week course in the study of line, value and composition. No experience necessary. If you cannot complete the course, make up sessions are available.

6:30 pm - doors open 7:00 pm - dance $5 in advance $6 at the door Come dance the night away the second Friday of each month from April thru November. The dance concludes at 10:00 pm. Beer, soda and snacks included in the cost. July 10th, August 14th, September 11th, October 9th, November 13th

May 8th & June 12th Featuring

DJ Dusty Rhodes One of the “Good Guys” from WSAI-AM (1360) .

Remember when virtually every teen listened to

the “the thrill on the hill”? Stop by the Bob Evans Restaurant 5875 Pfeiffer Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242 between 5:00 pm and 6:15 pm and mention you are coming to the dance at Sycamore for quick seating. (513) 985-9691.

Tuesday, May 12th 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Have you ever been called back for an additional mammogram? Make your appointment now for an updated 3D mammogram. Multiple breast images produce a 3D image allowing the radiologist to see through the tissue one millimeter at a time which shows details inside the breast, finding cancers missed with a conventional 2D mammography. To schedule call (513) 585-8266 Option 1; for financial assistance call (513) 584-7873.

As the thoroughbreds race, after our National Anthem, indulge in a buffet lunch on the private patio of Belterra Park Gaming located at 6301 Kellogg Road, Cincinnati, OH 45230. Enjoy an array of delectable tastes from traditional comfort foods to mouthwatering desserts as the full service staff’s impeccable attention to detail ensures your comfort.

In-between races, visit the racino with a $10.00 Bonus Reward (free play) card (provided we have your name and birthdate in advance). Our celebrity guest Triple Crown Winning JockeySteve Cauthen will be available for photo ops and autographs.

$50 - Individual Ticket $150 - Friend of the Center 2 tickets with priority seating

Buffet Luncheon 1:15 pm - 3:00 PM

First Call to Post 1:30 pm

Silent Auction and Cash Bar

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FICTION (1st) Thursday 1:30 pm

May 7th “The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion” by Fannie Flagg

June 4th “Doll Baby” By Laura Lane

NON-FICTION (2nd) Monday 1:00 pm May11th “Wilson”

By A. Scott Berg

June 8th “A Fine Romance”

By Candice Bergen

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CARFIT Does your car have the right “fit.” Tuesday, May 19th 10:00 am-2:00 pm Free Staged in the parking lot of SSC, drive your car through the 12-point vehicle checkpoint where trained professionals recommend car adjustments and adaptations, from mirrors to steering wheel to seats and headrest height and placement. An occupational therapist from Tri Health will offer maintaining and strengthening driving health information. Come make sure your car is the best “fit” for your safety and comfort. CarFit was developed through a collaboration with the American Society on Aging, AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association. Register 984-1234.

MANAGING YOUR UTILITY BILLS Tuesday, May 19th 1:00 pm From a cold expensive winter to a long hot summer, learn strategies to manage the cost of electric and natural gas. Presented by Ray Foeller, Sr. Outreach & Education Special-ist of the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel, the state agency that represents the interests of Ohio’s residential utility consumers before state and federal regulators and in the courts.

AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE Friday, May 15th 10:00 am – 3:00 pm AARP Members $15.00 Non AARP $20.00 As drivers, if we don’t keep up with changes, we put others and ourselves at risk. AARP has collaborated with the nation’s top experts in mobility, aging, technology, vehicle and driver safety to develop a refresher course for Seniors. Register 984-1234.

MEET PENNY

We are proud to introduce our new fitness room coordinator Mrs. Penny Altman. Let Penny show you how to use the equipment in the fitness room.

THE FITNESS CENTER Monday, Tuesday , Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Penny is available every Tuesday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Wednesday 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Fitness Centers strives to offer our members the best fitness equipment and workout options. The Fitness Center provides a cardio area, cardiovascular training-related equipment - rowing machine, stationary bikes, an elliptical trainer and treadmills. We also offer range of motion cross training exercise equipment and hand weights to enhance upper body strength and improve muscle tone. We require you to register 984-1234.

HEARING SCREENING Wednesday, May 27th Wednesday, June 24th 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm By appointment only. The Hearing Services at Cincinnati Eye Institute provides Free Hearing Screenings valued at $100. The screenings are painless and only take a few minutes. Register today 984-1234.

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FREE CHAIR MASSAGE Friday, May 29th Monday, June 29th 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm This may be your last chance. Sign up for a 20 minute chair massage. The massage therapist will treat members to a relaxing massage. Treat yourself! Register now 984-1234.

CHRONIC DISEASE SELF MANAGEMENT Fridays, May 22nd, 29th, June 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Anyone with a chronic health condition, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, fibromyalgia, arthritis, sickle cell, depression, etc… learn how to manage your symptoms, improve your quality of life, and feel better. Program participants experience significant improvements in symptom management, communication with physicians, fatigue, disability, and activities limitations. Let us show you how to overcome barriers to healthy living, including relaxation techniques, diet changes, managing sleep and fatigue, using medica-tions correctly, communication with medical providers, and exercise. Participants set goals and report on their progress each week. There are no bad ideas and participants learn from each other’s past experiences. Problem-solving, decision-making and confidence-building are key components of the program. Caregivers welcome. Register 984-1234.

PC TUNE UP IN A SNAP Tuesday, May 26th 10:00 am Is your computer not running as fast as it used to? Do you have a ton of files sitting on your hard drive? Are you worried that you might have a virus? Do you want to learn more about getting your computer running the way it should? Join us for this workshop where we’ll walk you through easy-to-learn maintenance techniques and storage opportunities in the Cloud. Register 984-1234.

DOWNSIZING Tuesday, May 26th 1:00 pm Come meet our newest partner “Everything but the House” (EBTH). Learn how to sell person-al property with EBTH. Moving? All unwanted items are auctioned on their website. ETBH also organizes donations and junk removal for unsellable items and leaves your house broom swept. They also handle vehicles and quick sells when you just need to sell a few things. Register 984-1234.

Check out the Café summer offering of a luscious cooling

Gazpacho

FREE FOOT MESSAGE Reflexology by the Blind Hawaiian Steve Kahu Kishimoto 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Monday, June 8th, 15th Your feet are full of Reflexology and Acupressure points. Steve invites you for a full foot reflexology massage. It is deeply relaxing and therapeutic. Sign up at the reception center 984-1234.

Bathroom Safety Tuesday, June 2nd 1:00 pm More than one in three seniors over age 65 fall each year. The National Institute on Aging says 80% of these falls are in the bathroom. Join Bath Fitter to learn about converting some of your bathroom to accommodate reduced mobility, tub-to-shower conversions, easy-access showers, wheelchair accessibility all without removing existing tubs and walls. Register 984-1234.

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DIAGONOSTIC TEST FOR ALLERGIES Tuesday, June 9th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Sneezing and itchy nose, eyes and throat? You do not have to be a victim of allergy and sinus problems. Join us for diagnostic IgE (immunoglobulin E) skin tests. Skin tests for allergies measure IgE antibodies to specific allergens. A small amount of allergen is applied to the skin. The area is pricked or scratched. If a person is allergic to the allergen, a reaction occurs. A small raised bump that looks like a mosquito bite appears. People who have allergies can experience more compromising symptoms including fatigue, difficulty concentrating and lost productivity. Register today 984-1234.

EVENING BINGO & BBQ Wednesday, June 17th Café 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Bingo 5:00 pm 10¢ a game It is the best bingo value in town. Come before the game and enjoy the grill out. Burgers, brats, metts and delicious desserts, it’s all ala carte. Please note on rain days we serve our BBQ Special instead of the grill out. Night time is the right time for Bingo fun.

Balance screening

RISK OF FALL ASSESSMENT Monday, June 15th

10:00 am - 2:00 pm There are many causes of balance problems and your risk of having balance problems increases as you get older. The Center for Balance exclusively treats patients suffering from dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders. To learn more join Dr. Patrick Shumrick for an assessment. Register 984-1234.

Make My Final Wish Green Tuesday, June 16th 1:00 pm For generations Americans have practiced burial methods which have polluted millions of acres of precious land. There is good news. We now have a choice. Learn your consumer rights about green funerals, and other green disposition methods. Attend this free presentation sponsored by the Funeral Consumers Alliance of Greater Cincinnati Inc. Register 984-1234.

A 6 WEEK PROGRAM FOCUSED ON YOU QUTTING TOBACCO USE FOREVER!

Thursday, July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, August 6th, 13th Time 11:30 am -12:30 pm Cost $80.00 Identifying “Hot Spots” Strategies for quitting

Addressing weak moments Setting a Quit Date Nicotine replacement therapy Depression Weight management Stress Management Exercise and physical activity

to increase health Healthy eating

Join the Christ Hospital in this supportive group to help you target your tobacco use. Limited to 15 participants. Register 984-1234 by June 26th.

10:30 am Thursday, May 28th Thursday, June 25th Money Matters is a series of financial seminars sponsored by Mowry, Marty & Bain, Inc. that includes regular updates on market activity, economic indicators and may from time to time be presented with examples or ideas about financial solutions. Register 984-1234.

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50 To 1 Friday, May 1st

PG-13, Comedy Drama Starring: Skeet Ulrich, William Devane

MY OLD LADY Friday, May 8th

PG 13, Comedy Drama Starring: Maggie Smith, Kevin Kline

MCFARLAND

Friday, May 15th

PG, Inspirational Drama Starring: Kevin Costner, Maria Bello

BIG EYES

Friday, May 22nd PG-13, Drama Biography

Starring: Amy Adams, Christoph Waltz

EXODUS (2014) Friday, June 5th

PG-13, Drama Action Starring: Christian Bale, John Turturro

UNBROKEN

Friday, June 12th

PG-13, Drama Historic Starring: Jack O'Connell,

Domhnall Gleeson

AMERICAN SNIPER Friday, June 19th R, Drama Action

Starring: Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller

THE OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE (OLLI) Wednesday WOWS!

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is offering the following classes and discussions at SSC to conclude the Spring 2015 semester. Lectures: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Please register to attend 984-1234.

THE INVISIBLE WAR - MILITARY SEXUAL ASSAULT Wednesday, May 6th Hear from a survivor about her experiences in the US Coast Guard. Kori Cioca will show a 50-minute version of “The Invisible War”, an Academy Award nominated documentary about the epidemic of rape in the US military and her efforts as an advocate for survivors. Moderator: Kori Cioca, is a Coast Guard veteran and sexual assault survivor. She was a lead witness in a landmark lawsuit against the Department of Defense for failing to adequately investigate and prosecute cases of sexual assault. She was featured in “The Invisible War”. FUN WITH LAUREL AND HARDY: HAR,HAR! Wednesday, May 13th View great favorites from the early days of film comedians Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the “Little Rascals”. Gene Sorkin will review their lives and contributions to big screen history as well as show some films from the era of silent movies into talkies. Get answers to your questions about these pioneers of comedy. Join the nostalgia to see times long gone. Moderator: Gene Sorkin, Grand Sheik of The Chimp Tent with the Sons of the Desert, Oasis #279, in Cincinnati, the local Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society, and previous OLLI presenter. POLICE CANINE Wednesday, May 20th Meet Cash, a police canine and take a look at the role of canines in law enforcement: narcotics detection, search for articles and missing or lost persons, apprehension of fleeing suspects, protection of handler. Co-Moderators: Todd Stewart started his police career at the Miami Univ. Police Department in 2004 where he was a canine handler, and came to Blue Ash in 2008. He was assigned to canine patrol in 2014. Paul Hartinger has been a police officer for 30 years, 25 with the City of Blue Ash Police Department. He has been a command staff leader for the past six years and was promoted to Chief of Police in 2013.

$1.00 Donation - Movie & Popcorn

All movies start at 1:00 pm Please note, movies are subject to change based on availability. All

updates are posted on the bulletin board should we need to

make a change.

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Our 2015 Schedule Wed. May 27th 12:35 pm v

s Colorado Rockies

Wed. June 10th 12:35 pm vs

Philadelphia Phillies

Wed. July 22nd 12:35 pm vs

Chicago Cubs

Thurs. Aug. 6th 12:35 pm vs

St. Louis Cardinals

Thurs. Oct. 1st 12:35 pm vs

Chicago Cubs

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Monday July 13th Check In - 10:55 am Depart - 11:10 am $ 45.00 All-Star FanFest is the largest interactive baseball event in the world. Meet MLB Legends and obtain free autographs (Small bats, baseball cards, baseballs, jerseys and photos are allowed). Many current players participate in All-Star FanFest events. Only 40 tickets available.

YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ROUND TRIP TRANSPOTATION AND Option 1- $40.00 per person A Lower Level seat and a $10 food and beverage credit. Option 2 - $115.00 per person A seat in the climate controlled Fox Sports Ohio Champions Club where all your food and non-alcoholic beverages are included. Check In - 10:55 am Depart - 11:10 am

SSC Presents A Local Author Reading Event

FIND YOUR ANCESTORS Thursdays , June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th G. Rodger Crowe Genealogist. Schedule a two-hour, one-on-one session to help you find your ancestors and build your family tree. What to bring: Names, dates and birthplace (approximate dates and places are OK)for your parents and grandparent. It is free, but we will accept donations for the Center. Appt. -10:00 am, 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm. Register 984-1234.

Nordstrom’s Beauty Trend Event Tuesday, June 23rd 1:00 pm Need beauty inspiration? Join Nordstrom’s professional beauty stylists for the newest skin care and make up tips from old favorite brands to new-to-you designers. We will show you how to emphasize your best features and minimize the others. We are limited to 30 participants. Register now 984-1234.

A MITTAGESSEN DEUTSCH STAMMTISCH Thursdays, 11:30 -12:30 Join us at the lunchtime German conversation table A Mittagessen Deutsch Stammtisch will meet regularly. Everyone is welcome for absolute beginners of the German language to individuals that are native speakers. Look for us in the Café for Spaß and conversation! CAFÉ ET COVERSATIONS Mondays, 10:00—11:00 am Rencontrer de nouveaux amis pour le café et la conversation. Prerequisite: Must have a Working knowledge of the French language.

A READING AND CONVERSATION Tuesday, June 30th 10:00 am Join us for a reading and conversation with local author Joel Luckhaupt as he presents his book, “100 Things Reds Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die”. Tea and Cookies will be available.

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Remember SSC in Your Will

Your bequest benefits

the Center and the many programs

we offer from Meals on Wheels

to medical transportation

to building maintenance.

If you have any

questions, please call 782-8629.

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DISCOUNT DAYS Blue Ash Golf Course

Mondays & Tuesdays 9 holes - $17.00 with cart 18 holes - $34.00 with cart

Open to senior players age

60 and above. Reservations are taken seven days in advance.

(513) 686-1280

Blue Ash Golf Course 4040 Cooper Rd

Cincinnati, OH 45241 Hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm 18 holes over 6,659 yards

with a par of 72

LEAGUE PLAY MONDAY MEN’S GOLF Tee time 7:30 am. To schedule call Hutch 375-6266 or Tim McLane 769-0729 or Joe Korner 518-1328. Sharon Woods Golf Course, 11355 Swing Road, Sharonville OH 45241. 18 holes over 6,633 yards par of 70

WEDNESDAY MEN’S GOLF Tee time 8:00 am. To schedule call Art Thomas 791-8207 or Steve Thomas 203-1091. Reeves Golf Course, (Lunken Airport) Par-3 Course, 4747 Playfield Ln. Cincinnati, OH 45226. 9 holes over 1,110 yards par of 27

THURSDAY MEN’S GOLF To schedule call Giles Ramler 984-6939 or Bill Blank 234-9450 Eagles Nest Golf Course, 1540 State Route 28, Loveland, OH 45140 18 holes over 6,145 yards with a par of 71

CASUAL LADIES GOLF To schedule call Betsy Schenck 891-1946. Tri County Golf Ranch, Par-3 Course, 455 East Tri County Pkwy Spring-dale, OH 45246 9 holes over 1,207 yards with a par of 27

Lunch Theater begins with our 4th of July Buffet of BBQ chicken or BBQ beef sliders, a salad bar, baked beans, and delicious summer desserts. After lunch sit back, relax, and enjoy a full scale production. Limited seating so get your ticket now 984-1234.

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OUTREACH SERVICES HOME DELIVERED MEALS Contact : Rod Torbert - Outreach Coordinator (513) 686-1003 RTorbert@mkcommunities.org Meals on Wheels works to improve the nutrition of home-bound older adults. Each year, Sycamore provides more than 72,000 meals to homebound older adults in our assigned service area of Northern Hamilton County. Volunteers deliver these meals Monday through Friday and microwavable meals are included for the weekend. Our program is designed to fit the lifestyle and taste of our clients by providing a choice in the meals they receive and days they receive them. Meals provide one-third of the government's daily-recommended dietary allowance. Our meal’s program not only provides food; it gives recipients a sense of connection to the outside world. Volunteers check on the welfare of our homebound elderly clients; they offer friendship. Volunteers are trained to report health or other problems they may notice during their visits. If you are interested, or know someone who may benefit from these services, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your options. If eligible, the price is on a donation basis. Private Pay is available at a cost of $5 for each meal.

TRANSPORTATION Contact: James Funk -Transportation Coordinator (513) 686-1002 jfunk@mkcommunities.org Transportation ranks as a top issue of concern for older adults with Social Security and Medicare both locally and nationally. Whether it’s a trip to a local senior center for an activity, meal and companionship, or a check-up at the doctor’s office, demand for transportation is high and growing. Sycamore Senior Center works to ensure that seniors who need help with transportation can get it. We offer door-to-door Van Transportation to medical appointments for those who live in our service area. Those over 60 qualify for Title III discount for medical services. Many members and clients use our Transportation Service for individual medical or therapy appointments and for regularly scheduled appointments, like dialysis or physical therapy. We ask for, at least, a week’s notice for all appointments. The Sycamore Shuttle service runs Monday through Friday to and from the Sen-ior Center between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. $5.00 round trip is the suggested donation for the shuttle.

Sycamore Senior Center is a Council on Aging Provider.

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CASINO TRIPS Check In 9:00 am Depart 9:15 am

Leave the casino - 4:00 pm Only $30.00 per person.

We must have 40 participants or we will cancel the trip. Wednesday, June 10th

Hollywood Casino & Hotel Lawrenceburg, IN

September Belterra Park Gaming & Entertainment Center

July Miami Valley Gaming

Lebanon, OH

October Hollywood Gaming Raceway

Dayton, OH 45414 August

Hollywood Casino Columbus, OH 43228

November Belterra Casino Resort & Spa

Florence, IN

MONTHLY VETERANS LUNCHEON 12:30 pm

$5.00 per person In honor of your service to our country, let us say thank you with the monthly Veterans Luncheon. To make sure that

the mess staff has enough chow on hand for all the troops, Register no later than one week before the lunch. 984-1234.

May 22nd Mike Dardis

Channel 5 News co-anchor with Sheree Paolello.

June 26th Ricky Nye

Blues, Boogie Woogie & New Orleans Piano

STRIDERS WALKING CLUB Tuesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Walks at your own pace followed by lunch. Car pooling is available. Joanne Elmlinger 563-6756.

May 5th Heritage Oak Park Route 42

Houston Inn

May 12th Cottell Park Olive Garden May 19th Glenwood Gardens O’Charlie's May 26th Sharon Woods Blue Goose June 2nd Blue Ash Park Bob Evans (Pfeiffer) June 9th Streets of Glendale Cracker Barrel June 16st Winton Woods Golden Corral June 23th Sawyer Point Boat House June 30th Pine Hill Park Rusty Bucket

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Memorials and Honorariums

In Memory Of Jessie Ballback

The Line Dance Class Barbara Meyer

Kenneth & Mary Boone Kitchen renovation

In Memory of Duane Darling Eugenia Darling

In Memory of

Roman Schweikert Marilyn Schweikert

In Memory of George Jacks

Myrtle Blankenbuehler Julie Kadooka Dale Parsons

Randall & Judith Flynn

In Memory Of Lea Johnston

J. O’Neal Johnston

In Memory Of Walter Reuszer

Sycamore Modelers

In Honor Of Joshua Howard Juanita Bertaux

WELCOME NEW & RETURNING MEMBERS (January & February 2015)

Adams, Sharon D Altman, Madeline Altman, Robert Angeli, Desiree Atanovich, Barbara Bail, Marcia Banks, Robert Bartley, Donna G Bartley, James F Boiman, James C Bowman, Paul Cisneros, Robert E Cornell, Wanda Courney, Gilbert Davis, Burton A Davis, Patricia Decker, Patricia Dozier, Patiricia Eveleigh, Bob Eveleigh, Mary R Flannery, Kathleen Francis, Michael Frank, Stephanie Frederick, Harold L Fullarton, Melody Gales Jr., Morris E Grix, Kim C Gummow, Vicki Hammerling, Theresa E Heitz, Carolyn Hodges, Emily M Hollihan, Kerri Kaiser, Chuck Kaiser, Linda S Kantor, Aron

Kantor, Shirley Kessen, Thomas Kilinc, Ulku Kiselewich, Anne Marnell, Judith Matey, Chris Matey, Sandra L Maynard, Robert Meece III, Hobert S Meece, Julie Miller, Kenneth G Moore, William H Morgan, Jan Muhlenpoh, Edward F Newman, Bea Parsons-Sergent, Laura Peterson, Lucille M Powell, Joseph C Powell, Trish Renaker, Marilyn Schneller, Tom Schott, Jean C Schott, Paul Shulman, Jane Shulman, Stan Smith, Joseph Smith, Liz Smith, Zan Stadtmiller, Tom Steele, Marie Wiehe, Janet C Williams, Jill Winner, Diane Witte, Barbara A

Thank you to our recent Donors (January, February & March 2015)

Café /Kitchen Renovations WE NEED YOUR HELP!

SYCAMORE CAFÉ RENOVATIONS—$10,000 We are serving more members than ever,

so we need to expand the kitchens serving window which would

allow us to streamline our process and provide better service. We’ve already gathered some donations from local

businesses and a few center members, but we need everyone’s help

to make it happen.

Thank You! Rose Ancona Linda Moss

LIFELONG LEARNING AND RECREATION

Theresa Anderson Arlington Memorial Gardens Orba Arnold Doris Bach Donald and Mary Bahr Mary L. Benson Juanita Bertaux Myrtle Blankenbuehler Kenneth & Mary Boone Jean Brown Charlene Brunsman Andy Bryson Cincinnati Eye Institute Sylvia Cooke Deeks fAMILY Jean Davison Marilyn Demmler Pat Dilonardo Roberta Dodd Kathy Dunn Joyce Fille Paul & Gale Finkle Verna Gibson Dava Green Larry & Elaine Hamilton Alice Harkins Julie Haverland Frank Iskra Family Barbara Judd Robert Keeton Angela Kern

Claire C Leist Edward Kleinjohn Leah Levy Karen Lieberman Thomas W. McDonough Priscilla Meinking Marie F. Miller Barbara J. Meyer Charles & Louise Murray Mary Jane Neidick Hetti Noever Robert & Cheryl O’Brien Ruth Oehler Bonita Pez Charles Pike Ms. Joan Pollitt Ephraim Roth Barbara G. Schanzle Arthur Schlitz Joseph Smith Patricia Smyth St. Vincent Ferrer Church Jane Tillar Howard Todd Stephen & Joan Tracy Judith Tucker Truist Irene Voellmencke Donald & Virginia Wahle Diana Yuellig JoAnn Zoller

LIFELONG LEARNING AND RECREATION

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9:00 am - 9:50 am Stretch Flex Aerobics $3.50

9:30 am – 11:30 am Bridge $1.00 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Stock Wizards (2nd) $1.00 10:00 am - 10:45 am Silver Sneakers Classic $4.00 10:00 am - 11:30 pm Dominoes $1.00

10:30 am – 12:00 pm Line Dance $2.00 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm Duplicate Bridge $2.00

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Veterans Luncheon (Last Friday) $5.00

12:30 pm - 4:00 pm Ponytail Canasta $1.00

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Movie $1.00

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday Night Dance (2nd) $5.00

9:00 am - 9:50 am Stretch Flex Aerobics $3.50

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Open Bridge $1.00

9:30 am - 11:30 am Mah-Jong $1.00

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sketching $6.00

10:00 am –10:45 am Silver Sneakers Classic $4.00

10:00 am – 11:00 am Line Dance $2.00

11:30 am – 1:00 pm New Members Luncheon (3rd) FREE

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Chair Yoga $5.00

12:30 pm – 4:00 pm Pinochle $1.00

12:30 pm – 4:00 pm Ponytail Canasta $1.00

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Non-Fiction Book Group (2nd) $1.00

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Computer Help Sessions $1.00

1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Friendship Circle (3rd) $1.00

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Table Tennis (1st, 2nd, 4th) $1.00

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Tai Chi/ Qigong $6.00

5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Friendship Circle (1st) $1.00

WEDNESDAY

SUNDAY

DAILY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Maple Knoll Big Band Dance (Meets at Maple Knoll Village 2nd, 4th)

$10.00

TUESDAY

MONDAY

Open Computer Lab $1.00 Fitness Center $1.00 Pool Tables $1.00

8:30 am - 10:30 am Chair Volleyball $1.00 10:00 am - 10:45 am Silver Sneakers Classic $4.00

10:00 am – 11:00 pm Laura’s Help Desk By Appointment $1.00 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Water Color Class $1.00

10:30 am - 12:00 pm Money Matters (4th) $1.00

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Introduction To Line Dance $1.00

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Let your Yoga Dance $5.00 1:10 pm - 2:30 pm Cornhole $1.00

12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Bingo $1.00 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Book Talk (1st) $1.00

9:00 am - 9:30 am Striders Check In $1.00 9:00 am – 10:00 am Yoga $7.00 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Wood Carvers $1.00 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Poker $1.00 10:00 am - 10:45 am Silver Sneakers Classic $0.00 10:00 am – 11:30 am Active Minds Free 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Sycamore Stitchers $1.00 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mah-Jong $1.00 12:30 am – 4:00 pm 500 Cards $1.00

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Genealogy Seekers (3rd) $1.00 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Table Tennis $1.00

1:15 pm - 2:30 pm Creative Writers Wksp. (1st, 3rd) $1.00

9:00 am – 9:50 am Stretch Flex Aerobics $3.50

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Sycamore Modelers $1.00

10:00 am - 10:45 am Silver Sneakers Classic $4.00

10:00 am – 2:00 pm Ceramics $1.00

10:00 am - 11:00 pm Blood Pressure Clinic Free

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sycamore Knitters $10.00

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Intro. to Contract Bridge $1.00

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Chair Yoga $5.00

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Open Studio Sketching or Painting $5.00

12:30 pm – 3:00 pm Bridge $1.00

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Canasta $1.00

1:15 pm – 2:30 pm Darts $1.00

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Gentle Yoga $5.00

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AT YOUR SERVICE Center Director .................................................................................................... Joshua Howard - 686-1004 Programming/Travel ........................................................................................ Cynthia Holloway - 686-1013 Home Delivered Meals/Community Outreach ........................................................... Rod Torbert - 686-1003 Home Delivered Meals Assistant......................................................................... James Shockley - 984-1234 Transportation ........................................................................................................... James Funk - 686-1002 Transportation Drivers……………………………………………………........John Binnion, Deke Durden & Joe Smith Food Service/Deli Lunch ................................................................... Helen Dodd & Diana Yuellig - 686-1014 Volunteer Opportunities/Meal Driver(s)…………………………………………………….Bonnie Dwyer - 686-1010 Maple Knoll Home Health Services .......................................................................... Liz Lilley, RN - 782-8282 Maple Knoll Home Health Services Main Office ............................................................................ - 782-2546 Director of Corporate and Referral Development .................................................... Julie Budden - 782-2428 Receptionists at Welcome Center/Membership .......................................................... Laura Bell - 984-1234 Facility Cleanliness/Maintenance………………………………………………………….....Martin Barney - 984-1234 Billing/Accounts Receivable ……………………………………………………………………...Sandy Wells - 686-1005 Travel Hotline ............................................................................................................................... - 686-1018 Lunch Hotline ............................................................................................................................... - 686-1019 Activity Hotline ............................................................................................................................. - 686-1017

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