Senior Center Newsletter 10/2010

October 2010,Vol.27 No 10 Mission Statement We are dedicated to the enrichment of the lives of older adults and their families by providing diverse programs, social services and volunteer opportunities.

Haunted House Stories

Thursday, October 28, 12:30 PM

Vicky Elsing, owner of Elsing’s 2nd Hand Shop, will share her first hand stories of the proclaimed haunted building.

The building, located at 421 East Main Street, has served many purposes since it opened its doors as the Hanson House Hotel in 1891. Vicky will join us to share what she knows of the building’s history; her own accounts of its haunting and her experience with the paranormal groups that have investigated it. Join us for some spooky fun!

YES, WE ARE OPEN….PLEASE PARDON OUR DUST DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE PARKING AREA. PARKING IS AVAILABLE ON THE STREETS AND BACK PARKING LOT. THANK YOU.

Thank you!

We are so appreciative of all who participated in making our fundraiser at Halverson’s Restaurant a success last month.

Thanks to many, the event earned $1,400.00. Please see page 5 for our extended thank you.

Music Appreciation Resumes

The Music Appreciation classes presented by John Beutel will begin on Monday nights at 7:00 PM in October. Anyone who loves music and wishes to learn more is invited to attended. The classes are free, but donations are welcome. See page 13 for more information.

Flu Shot Clinic

Home Health United nurses will administer flu vaccinations at the Stoughton Area Senior Center on Friday, October 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Please bring all of your Medicare cards and a picture identification card.

A complete list of area Flu Clinics is available at the Senior Center.

Stoughton Hospital Staff will also be here to provide health screens.

*Attention Senior Center Volunteers*

Please check your mailboxes for an invite to this year’s Senior Center Volunteer Recognition. Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 21, 2:30-3:30 PM. This year, to show our appreciation, we will be hosting a special music presentation at the Stoughton Opera House with the Jazz band, The Dalton Gang. Thank you for all that you do for the Senior Center.

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(This list was taken from the WI State Journal) *Be careful of any PIN numbers; at an ATM, use one hand to cover the numbers as you punch them in. *Do not give cash to people who offer to buy your gas at the pump with their credit card; the card could be stolen. *If you suspect skimming, contact your bank and local police. Some experts suggest that you not rely on a store clerk to call police, since there have been cases in which employees were involved in the crime. *To report fraud, go to the internet crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov. *If someone calls and says he or she is from another bank and needs to confirm your address, hang up. *If someone calls saying he or she is in a jam and needs help in the form of money or a credit card number, hang up. Delete such e-mails, too. *Open a separate credit card account for online purchases. *Consider opening a separate debit card/ checking account for everyday purchases.

NEW CREDIT CARD RULES IN EFFECT ON AUGUST 22, 2010

This article reprinted by permission of CWAG A new set of rules which went into effect on August 22, 2010 is the latest in a series of regulations that implement the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure Act (the Credit Card Act).

Per information from a website created by the Federal Reserve Board the key changes that credit card consumers should expect from credit card companies beginning August 22, 2010 include: Reasonable penalty fees: Under old rules, a late payment fee could be as high as $39, and that fee would be due whether the late payment was a $20 minimum payment or a $100 minimum payment. Under the new rule , a credit card company cannot charge a late payment fee that is greater than the minimum payment due and imposes a limit of $25. The fee limit does have exceptions: a credit card co pay can charge a fee exceeding $25 if the consumer has already had a late payment in the past 6 months and in that case the fee may be as high as $35; a credit card company is also allowed to charge a fee in excess of $25 if the company can show the Federal Reserve Board that the costs it incurs, as a result of late payment, justify a higher fee.

Additional fee protections: A credit card company can’t charge inactivity fees if a consumer does not use the credit card although the credit card company may close the account for inactivity. The new rules impose a one fee per infraction limit. A credit card company can ‘t charge more than one fee for a single event or transaction that violates a cardholder agreement. For example, a consumer cannot be charged more than one fee for single late payment.

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Explanation and re-evaluation of rate increases: If a credit card company increases a consumer’s interest rate/Annual Percentage Rate (APR), it must tell the consumer why and can only impose the interest rate increase after a 45-day cooling off period. This 45 day period gives the consumer time to resolve the billing issue, and if the consumer is unable to resolve the billing issue for any reason, the consumer can use the 45 day period to pay off the balance or to transfer the balance to a card with a lower interest rate.

Before August 22, 2010, a credit card company could increase a card’s APR with no obligation to re-evaluate the rate increase. Under the new rules, if a credit card company increases an APR, it must re-evaluate the rate increase every six months. If a consumer has not missed any payments during that period, the card company is required to roll back the rate, unless it can give the Federal Reserve Board a good reason for keeping it. If appropriate, it must reduce the rate within 45 days after completing the evaluation.

Interest rate hikes still permitted: The new rules do not mean anyone should be complacent about staying current with their credit card bills as the protections are limited. The ceiling on penalty fees is limited to one misstep. If a consumer makes more than one late payment in a six-month period, the credit card company can charge up to $35.

The new rules do not address interest rate hikes that credit card companies may impose upon consumers who violate the terms of their credit card agreements. So a consumer who spends more than his credit card limit by $15 may only face a $15 fee, but that consumer could still face a penalty hike on his interest rate, which would apply to any future purchases.

on an existing balance unless the account is 60 days past due, but after a consumer is 60 days late on a payment, the interest rate could skyrocket. The law says penalty fees must be “reasonable and proportional,” but it places no limit on penalty interest rates so if a consumer is experiencing financial difficulty and becomes 60 days past due on a credit card account, the credit card company has the right to impose any size of interest rate increase/penalty that it has deemed reasonable and proportional.

Once a high rate of interest is imposed it can be difficult for consumers to obtain the pre-penalty level as the credit card company is required to lower the rate to the pre-penalty level if a consumer makes on-time payments for the first six months the penalty rate is in effect. But a big increase in the interest rate obviously can make this task difficult, if not impossible. Most credit card companies include the right to impose interest rate penalties in their credit card agreements.

To avoid costly oversights, consumers are advised to take advantage of free e-mail reminders provided by many credit card companies. Of course, the core advice that consumers should do everything possible to make monthly payments on time remains.

The Federal Reserve Board has a website for consumers related to credit cards which is located at http:/www.federalreserve.gov/ creditcard/. If you are over age 60 and feel that your rights under the Credit Card Act are being violated, contact your local elderly benefits specialist at your county ADRC or Department of Aging.

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Kitchen Corner

KITCHEN CORNER: Cranberry season is here...

Wisconsin is the top grower of cranberries followed by Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington.

Cranberries rate high on the ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) value, ahead of strawberries, spinach, raspberries, broccoli, beets, oranges, red grapes and cherries in that order.

Studies have indicated that foods with a high ORAC value may provide protection against chronic age-related afflictions like loss of coordination and memory. Further test results suggest that cranberry may be beneficial in the prevention of peptic ulcers. Cranberries contain vitamin C and K, manganese and dietary fiber.

Salad Lunch Option ….

Try our THURSDAY salad option for the meal served at the Stoughton Senior Center.

Please call by noon the day before to order your salad. You will need to let us know if you want the salad or the regular meal. Call the Senior Center for salad details.

All Meals provided by:

DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES

**REMINDER** The total cost to provide a meal on site is $6.00.

For a delivered meal the cost is $6.25. Suggested donation is $3.00 a meal. Please help us continue this program by making a donation at the level you can afford. Some people may not realize it, but participant donations are one of the main sources of funding for this program. Thank you.

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RECIPE OF THE MONTH: Chocolate Dipped Cranberry Cookies 1st Place Winner at the 2010 State Fair 1 cup butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 large egg 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped 1&1/3 cups semi sweet chocolate bits, melted 1&1/4 cups chopped nuts Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease cookie sheets.

With a mixer, beat butter and sugar together in a medium bowl, until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and egg; mix well Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a separate mixing bowl. Add to butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Stir in cranberries.

Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are brown. Transfer onto a wire rack; cool completely.

Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate and then into nuts. Allow chocolate to dry completely.

Makes 3 dozen cookies.

To the participants who enjoy our meals on wheels and congregate lunches: Please be reminded that cancellations/ reservations should be made by 1:00 pm the previous working day.

Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the caterer.

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\ÇyÉÜÅtà|ÉÇ Thank you …. to everyone who participated in our fundraiser at Halverson’s Restaurant on Sunday, September 12, 2010. Thank you especially to Jeff Kruckenberg and Brandon Hanson at Halverson’s for hosting, bartending, donating to the auction, and prepping for the event. Thank you to the Kvalheim Family, Senior Center Woodshop, Donna Anderson, Jill Castillo, Bob Constantine, Margit Gerber, Alaine Johnson, Dave & Kelly Janda, Alaine Johnson, Greg Maertens, Bill Mansfield, JoAnn & Jim Seymour, and Roger & Joyce Vier for their donations to the silent auction. Thank you to Ruby & Joe Cabibbo, Sue Gundlach, Liz Hanson, Carol Heidenway, Ted Ormond, Chuck Perry, Jeanne Schwass-Long, Senior Center Staff (and family!) for volunteering at the event. Thank you to the Nefron’s for the fantastic entertainment and to everyone who attended and purchased items from the auction.

Thanks to all of you we made $1,400!

Senior Expo

An event focused on those 55 and above!

Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Stoughton Wellness & Athletic Center 2300 US Hwy 51-138, Stoughton WI Event includes entertainment by Old Time Fiddlers, speakers, health screenings, exhibits, & give-a-way’s. Stop by and say hi to the staff at the Senior Center’s booth! Admission is FREE. Lunch may be purchased in advance for a discount or on-site.

Donations for Case Management

This year we are asking for donations to help offset the cost of Case Management services here at the Stoughton Area Senior Center. Our case managers help individuals and families with a variety of services including home services, food programs, loan closet, mental health services, Medicare and Medicare D questions, housing and financial assistance. If you or some one you care about has received help from our case managers please consider making a donation to the Senior Center on behalf of the case mangers. If you have further questions, please contact Cindy at 873-8585.

Ways of Giving

Make a monetary gift today and receive instant tax benefits while leaving an immediate impact on the Senior Center. Designated, or not, your donation is greatly appreciated! See our current wish list below for ideas.

SASC Wish List/ Donations needed for:

6 Light-weight, easily moveable tables for Yahara Room ($200-$300 each) Outdoor Signage Magnetic or Digital-lettered Newspaper Subscription ($300/year) Popcorn ($30/box/month) Power of Attorney for Health Care Consumer Guides ($200/box, $4/each)

Donate While You Shop….

Register your Advantage Plus Savers Club Card to support the Stoughton Area Senior Center through the Pick n Save We Care Program.

Our We Care Number is : 728150 Thank you for supporting our Stoughton Area Senior Center.

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Stoughton Area Senior Center

The following services are provided at the Senior Center unless noted otherwise.

CASE MANAGEMENT

Serving: Stoughton, Towns of Albion & Dunkirk The Case Management program links older adults with services available to help them remain as independent as possible in their homes and community. Our Senior Center’s case managers are devoted to coordinating, evaluating and advocating for such services to meet each individual’s needs and preferences. Call 873-8585 to schedule an appt. If you live in Dunn, Pleasant Springs or Rutland case management services are provided by the McFarland Senior Outreach, (608) 838-7117.

EQUIPMENT LOAN CLOSET

Equipment such as wheelchairs, commodes, walkers and other items may be checked out on a short term basis to those residing in our case management service area (Stoughton, Town of Albion and Town of Dunkirk). Call, or stop in for equipment details.

TRANSPORTATION: GENERAL

Stoughton City Cab/Lift Equipped Van, 873-7233 RSVP Driver Escort Call Richard Hoffman 873-6112 Transportation for medical appointments; 48 hour notice is recommended. Donation based program.

TRANSPORTATION MEAL SITE & SHOPPING

Transit Solutions Inc./Lift Equipped Van Call Senior Center 873-8585 to make a reservation: • Stoughton Area Senior Center Meal Site Ride to noon lunch, Monday - Friday Cost: $.50 each way • Tuesday & Wednesday Grocery Shopping Ride to Pick & Save/Walmart in Stoughton Time: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM; Cost: $1.00/way • Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $1.50/way Trips rotate between various malls in Madison: See Activity Calendar for exact shopping places.

Time: 9:30 AM home pick up; 1:15 PM return.

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VETERANS ASSISTANCE

A representative is available on Fridays at the Stoughton Area Senior Center . Please call (608) 266 -4158 to schedule an appointment.

FINANCIAL EDUCATION COUNSELOR Individual appointments are available Thursdays for anyone who has questions about basic money management issues. Call Sue Taylor to schedule an appointment (608) 224-3645.

HOUSING

Senior Apartments • Greenspire, 924 Jackson St., 873-7855 • Maple Tree, 1650 Hanson Rd., 1-800-346-8581 • Park Vernon, 1601 Vernon Rd., 1-800-346-8581 • Rosewood I, 300 Silverado, 877-9388 • Rosewood II, 321 Dvorak Ct., 877-9388 • Vennevoll, Skallendal Condominuims & Skaalen Apartments 400 N. Morris St., 873-5657 Assisted Living/Adult Family Homes/ Community Based Retirement Facility (CBRF) • Harmony, 2321 Jackson St., 877-1227 • Holly’s House, 1902 Spring Rd., 873-1612 • Harbor House, 1221 E. Main St. 873-8333 • Heritage Center, 400 N. Morris St., 873-5651 • Willow Pt Memory Care, 1940 Jackson, 873-1327 Skilled Nursing Homes • Nazareth House, 814 Jackson St., 873-6448 • Skaalen , 400 N. Morris St. 873-5651 Please see our Stoughton Area Guide for Senior Services available at the Senior Center or on our website at www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior, for a more complete list of the following services: Food Pantry • Medical • Housing • Financial Mental Health • Home Health • Respite Fitness/Wellness • Care Facilities For further assistance, please call the Senior Center

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Area Support Groups

Highlights

Caregiver Support Group Living Well with Chronic Conditions Wednesdays, October 13 November 17, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Are you an adult with an ongoing health condition?

You'll get the support you need, find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment choices, and learn better ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health. If you have conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain, anxiety, the Living Well 6week workshop can help you take charge of your life.

Learn from trained volunteer leaders with health conditions themselves. Set your own goals and make a step-bystep plan to improve your health—and your life.

To register or for more information, call Janie at the Area Agency on Aging at (608) 261-9700.

Registration required.

Low Vision Group

2nd Thursday of the month, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton Room Contact: (608) 873-8585

Diabetic Support Group

1st Thursday of the month1:00 Oregon Area Senior Center 219 Park Street, Oregon, WI 53575 Contact: Sue Riehle, (608) 835-5801

Grandparents Raising Their Relative’s Children

2nd Saturday of the month, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Ave., Madison WI 53703 Child care & transportation available to those in need. Contact: Rose Roh, 249-2209 or 220-3010; Ethel Dunn, 238-8751 or 334-8751

Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support

3rd Monday of the month 6:00 7:30 PM Stoughton Hospital, Board Room 900 Ridge Street, Stoughton, WI 53589 Contact: (608) 877-3476

Low Vision Support

3rd Thursday of the month, 1:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton Room Contact: (608) 873-8585

Parkinson Support Group

Thurs. 0ct. 21, 1:00 PM Topic: Our Hobbies Bring items for “Show & Tell.”

Multiple Sclerosis Support

2nd Tuesday of the month, 10:00 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center, Mandt Room Contact: (608) 873-8585

Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous

Every Tuesday, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room, 2nd Floor In order to maintain confidentiality individuals may enter/exit from building’s back corner door.

Contact: Earl German (608) 246-7606 ext. 1182

Grief Support Groups

Contact Hospice Care www.hospicecareinc.com Madison Office: (608) 276-4660, 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison WI 53711 Janesville Office: (608) 7551871, 3001 W. Memorial Drive, Janesville WI 53548

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin Information, education,

advocacy and support services including a 24/7 Helpline.

517 N. Segoe Rd, Madison, WI 53705 (608) 232-3400 or (888) 3086251 toll-free support@alzwisc.org

4th Wednesday of the month 1:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton Room.

Contact: (608) 873-8585

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Wed. Nov. 10 9:30 am Join Amy, clinical dietitian from Stoughton Hospital for a talk on Diabetes, Carb Counting and holiday menu items.

Wed. Nov. 10 6:00 pm Legal Documents 101 with local attorney Emily Osborn. Items to be discussed trusts, wills and powers of attorney.

Home Energy Assistance

You will need to schedule an appointment with Energy Services, Inc. at (608) 267-8601. They will hold office hours at the Stoughton Senior Center on the following Wednesdays: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 2, March 16 & 30, and April 13.

The Stoughton Area Senior Center and AARP will host a Driver Safety Program for drivers over the age of 50 on October 19th, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This is a one day 4 hour class. A lunch break will be provided; a light sack lunch is suggested to bring with you.

Pre-registration is required, at 873-8585. The DSP cost is: $12 for AARP members (bring your AARP membership number), $14 for non-members.

A participant workbook, lecture and videos make for a fast paced presentation. Some auto insurance companies offer a discount to clients that take the DSP. Please check with your insurance agent.

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axãáM Community Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for Sept. 7, 2010 Budget: The Mayor has proposed a 2.82% increase in next year’s budget; which is below the allowable 3% increase within the levy limit. The budget must be adopted by early November.

Some City Council members have concerns with reducing the operations budget without looking at personnel; some members would like to see the budget with no increase.

There will be no reductions for the Senior Center from the County’s portion of the budget!

Strategic Plan: Plan is complete! Thanks to our Planning Committee and UW-Extention Facilitator Bill Rizzo for all your hard work.

The next step is for staff to put the plan into a chart form, prioritize and assign tasks to the COA Committees.

One goal is to create a Volunteer Committee or “workgroup” to assist with all the work needed in that area. Please contact Jeanne Schwass-Long if interested in serving in this group.

Mid-Year Report: Distributed & discussed report of events and case management statistics. In most all categories, we have increased participation in comparison to last year’s mid-year. Combined contacts and hours spent on case management and info. & assistance have increased. However, in order to accommodate these increases, case managers have had to spend more time providing brief I&A, than in-depth case management.

Fundraising: We received many generous donations for our silent auction and Halverson’s Restaurant has been very generous in hosting our event. We encourage you to patronize them often!

In the past, we have relied on fundraising from SASC participants (many on fixed incomes).

Now, we are hoping to focus on other, outside populations for funds.

One recommendation is to send a letter to families of individuals served by case management. Cindy wants to be careful and tactful with how she would do this mailing.

Adding, Case Managers will by no means be asking for the funds Full meeting minutes at: http://stoughtoncitydocs.com/commission-onaging/ Next meeting- 10:00 a.m. October 5, 2010 Senior Center, Stoughton Room

Stoughton Senior Center Joins the Dane County TimeBank The Dane County TimeBank is very excited to announce our new partnership with the Stoughton Area Senior Center. TimeBanking is a system where people exchange their time and talents with each other. For every hour you help another member you earn one TimeBank hour, which can then be spent on an hour of service from anyone else in the network. Services include: giving rides, pet care, cooking a meal, computer help, music lessons, the possibilities are endless. This is no fee and you can participate as much or as little as you choose. If you have questions contact me, Gary Messinger at gary@danecountytimebank.org or call 608-663-0400. To hear an overview of the TimeBank program, come to the senior center on Tues. Oct. 19 at 1:00 p.m. and Mon. Oct. 25 at 10:00 a.m. I hope to see you there.

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PAINTING GROUP has moved…….. They will now be meeting on Thursday mornings at the Vennevoll Clubhouse from 10:00 am to Noon.

Everyone is welcome!

Chair Massage October 6 and 20 only $7.00 for a 15 min. session 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm Call 873-8585 to schedule an appointment.

TAI CHI CLASSES This class will help you strengthen your

balance, reduce stress, and promote physical and emotional health. Monday and Thursday beginner classes at 9:00 am. Advanced classes on Monday and Thursdays at 1:00 pm. Call the center for exact location of class . Cost $5.00 per class.

YOGA CLASS HAS ADDED A DAY

Classes are held at the fire station located at 401 East Main Street in Stoughton on Tuesdays and Fridays 9:00-10:00 am. Anyone over 50 is welcome to attend. A suggested donation of $4 to $10 is appreciated, paid to the instructor Jill.

POOL PLAY ON TUESDAY EVENINGS

Starting in NOVEMBER we will be having open pool play from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday evenings. You can enter in the lower level on the NE side of the building.

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Computer and Email Lessons

Learn to use a computer or to set up email with a computer specialist on Tuesdays 9:00 am to 11:00 am. No registration required. If you have computer questions you may also call 873-8585 on Tuesdays and talk to our computer specialists.

Don’t Miss Our Very Own Octoberfest Celebration at the

Stoughton Area Senior Center on Wednesday October 6th.

There will be special musical entertainment with Bruce and Winston after our noon meal.

If you will be joining us for lunch , reservations are needed by noon October 5th. Call 873-8585

COFFEE WITH OUR MAYOR

Mayor Donna Olson will be with us on the second Friday of the month from 9:30 - 10:30 am to visit and give brief updates on the latest information on the city of Stoughton.

She will be available to listen to concerns or questions that you may have.

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING 1st Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00am Last Thursday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm and 1/2 hour before Bingo days

FOOT CARE CLINIC

3rd full week of the month Monday @ 12:30 pm -3:30 Tuesday @ 8:30 am -11:30 am Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost: $15.

For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: Call the Oregon Area Senior Center 835-5801.

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Stoughton Area Senior Center MUSIC APPRECIATION

Music Appreciation classes presented by John Beutel will resume beginning Monday nights in October. The series will begin at 7:00 pm on Monday, October 4 at the Senior Center. Anyone who loves music and wishes to learn more is invited to attend. The classes are free, but donations are welcome.

A wide variety of music will be covered.

Complete schedules will be ready by October 1.

Included will be a performance by Sergei Belken, a Russian accordionist who has performed with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra. There will also be a free open dress rehearsal by the Madison Symphony Orchestra.

BUNCO

Friday October 15 9:30 am to 11:00 am Please join us for merriment and laughter as we play this fun dice game. No experience necessary.

Do you like to play EUCHRE?

Join us in playing Euchre on Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm.

Come with a friend or come alone.

Hope to see you there.

COMMUNITY BINGO OPEN TO ALL

Wed. October 20 1:00 pm Cost $1.00 Sponsored by Stoughton Hospital

MOVIE DAY

Our next free movie will be Letters to Juliet starring Vanessa Redgrave and Amanda Seyfried. A young American girl discovers a love letter from 1957 that was written in Verona Italy. The woman who originally wrote it (Redgrave) decides to seek out the one that got away, and romance starts to blossom all around.

Join us at 1:00 pm on Fri. Oct. 1 for the movie and stay for a treat after the movie for only $1.00.

LUNCH BUNCH– COME JOIN US…..

Our lunch stop this month will be to Ray’s Family Restaurant in Edgerton on Friday October 8. We ask that you call our receptionist (873-8585) if you will be attending so we can make a reservation.

We will meet at the restaurant at 11:30 AM.

NUTRITION EDUCATION Absolutely Apples presented at the center by a UW Extension Nutrition Educator 3rd Thursday in October at 11:30 AM. This information is the latest in nutrition education for a healthier lifestyle!

Please join us and stay for lunch!

FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER

If you are in need of financial assistance to participate in the activities or support groups at the Senior Center, there is a fund available to help you.

For more information please contact Cindy McGlynn/Director, 873-8585.

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities MONDAY

OCTOBER 2010

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Saturday Mornings Center Opened by Volunteers 9-11:30 AM

* = Off Site Class **********************

4 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Blood Pressure Checks 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre 7:00 Music Appreciati

5 New Library Books In 9-12 Woodshop 9-11 Computer Help 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 COA Meeting 2:00 AA Meeting

6 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian 10:00 Wii Noon Octoberfest Lunch&Entertainment 1:00 Scrabble 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping PonG

7 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi* 9–12 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Painting* 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 2:30 Sheepshead

8 Veteran’s Assist.

Shop at East Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Pool Sr. vs High School Seniors 9:30 Mayor Olson 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch

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13 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian 10:00 Wii 1:00 Living Well Class 3:00 Ping Pong

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City Furlough Day Center Closed

12 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 10:00 MS Support Group 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

15 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:30 Bunco 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong/ Singles

18 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge Foot Care in PM 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

19 AARP Driver Safety Class 9:00 AM Foot Care in AM 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 2:00 AA Meeting

20 Energy Asst. Day 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian 10:00 Wii 1:00 Bingo 1:00 Living Well Class 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong

21 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00Beg. Tai Chi* 9–12 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 10:00Painting* 1:00 Low Vision 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 2:30 Sheepshead 2:30 Volunteer Appre

22 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM Shop at South Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong/ Singles

25 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

26 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 1:15 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

27 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian 10:00 Wii 1:00 Living Well Clas 1:30 ParkinsonGroup 3:00 Ping Pong

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29 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong/ Singles

Euchre Card Party Sat. Oct. 23 7:30 pm

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THURSDAY

SENIOR EXPO AT THE SWAC CENTER IN STOUGHTON WED. OCT. 13 10 AM TO 3PM

8:00 Woodcarving 9:00Beg. Tai Chi* 9–12 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Painting * 2:00 Caregiver Group 1:00 Adv Tai Chi 2:30 Sheepshead

8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi* 9–12 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Painting 10-2 Blood Pressure 12:45 Elsing’s Talk 1:00 Adv Tai Chi 2:30 Sheepshead

FRIDAY 1 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM 8:30 Flu Shot Clinic 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong/ Singles 1:00 Movie Pg.13

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Menu MONDAY

TUESDAY

Center Only:

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY 1 Salisbury Steak/ Gravy Roasted Red Potatoes Squash Applesauce Rye Bread/Marg.

For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before.

873-8585

Salad option for Thursdays.

Order your salad by noon the Wednesday before.

OCTOBER 2010

4 Baked Chicken Dressing/Gravy Vegetable Medley Peaches Pumpkin Bar

5 Sliced Ham Augratin Potatoes Beets Banana Bread/Marg.

Dessert

6 Ring Bologna German Potato Salad Baby Carrots Sliced Apples/Cinn.

Pumpernickel Bread German Choc. Cake

7 Hamburger/Bun Ketchup/Mustard Potato Salad Corn Fresh Fruit Cookie

8 Lasagna Coleslaw Mandarin Ornages Garlic Bread Parmesan Cheese

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12 Spaghetti and Meat Sauce Green Beans Pineapple Garlic Bread Parmesan Cheese

13 Great Northern Minestrone Soup Crackers Ham & Cheese on Rye Apricots Cookie

14 Roasted Turkey Baked Sweet Potato Spinach Fruit Cup Bread/Marg.

15 Tuna Casserole Mixed Veggies Applesauce Bread/Marg.

Cookie

18 Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole Broccoli Fresh Orange Bread/Marg.

Cake

19 Meatloaf Baked Potato Sour Cream Spinach Peaches Bread/Marg.

20 Beef Tips Over Egg Noodles Carrots Banana Bread/Marg.

Pie

21 Goulash Casserole Mixed Vegetables Cinnamon Sliced Apples Bread/Marg.

Dessert

22 Baked Fish/Lemon Butter Tartar Sauce Augratin Potatoes Beets Fruit Cup Bread/Marg.

25 Meatballs and Spaghetti Green Beans Mandarin Oranges Garlic Bread Parmesan Cheese

26 Beef Stew Biscuit Pineapple Bread/Marg.

Cookie

27 Country Ribs w/BBQ Sauce on the side Acorn Squash Creamy Coleslaw Apple Crisp Whole Wheat Roll Marg.

28 Sliced Ham w/ Pineapple Sauce Cheesy Hash Browns Peas Banana Whole Wheat Roll Marg.

29 Chicken Breast on Bun Mayo Packet Roasted Root Veg. Chuck Wagon Corn Apple Dumpling

No Meals Served Today City Furlough Day Center Closed

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Yahara Senior News 248 West Main Street Stoughton, WI 53589 608-873-8585 Fax # 608-873-8162

Yahara Senior News is published once a month by the Stoughton Area Senior Center.

The Stoughton Area Senior Center, a non-profit agency, coordinates, develops, supports and monitors programs and services for persons over 55 years of age. This newsletter is published for the purpose of educating the older adults and their families. The service area is the City of Stoughton and the Towns of Albion, Dunkirk, Dunn, Pleasant Springs and Rutland.

If you wish to have this newsletter mailed to you, the cost is currently $6.00 per year. Call 873-8585 for

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Albion & Dunkirk .......................................... 335-6677 Susan Brodd, Stoughton Area Senior Center Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach Dunn & Christiana........................................... 838-7117 Lori Anderson, McFarland Outreach Appointments made for home visits, or at Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.

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David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs .....................877-9777 Edna Cloutier—City of Stoughton ................... 873-3809 Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ...........................873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Kelli Krcma—City of Stoughton ....................... 877-0070 Don Mix—City of Stoughton ............................. 873-3637 Mary Onsager—School District Rep ................ 873-3999 Jeanne Schwass-Long—Town of Dunkirk ........ 873-9227 David Sharpe—City of Stoughton ..................... 877-8724 Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton ................. 205-1281 Betty Thompson—Town of Rutland ................ 835-5145 Larry Weiss—City Council Rep ........................873-0945 Open Position—Town of Albion