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Many believe the furry monster has taken up residence in Oregon By MARY OWEN BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS
Once upon a time, high in the mountains near Idanha, Ore., a woman lived in the woods with her husband when the Green Veneer Mill was still operating. “One nice day, she was hanging out laundry when a Bigfoot emerged from the woods and approached her,” Joe Beelart recounts of a story he insists is not “just a fairy tale.” “A long, staring standoff ensued which ended when she had an overwhelming premonition that the giant was going to kidnap her,” Beelart continues. “She ran to the house, terrified, tearing at the screen door latch. Turning, she saw her monster was gone. That evening, her husband and a band of men searched the area, finding only one track of large footprints which headed up Mount Jefferson.” After finishing his tale, Beelart says people delegate Bigfoot, or Sasquatch, to the same category of happenings as UFOs and ghosts. “People see them, but there is no hard scientific proof they exist,” he says. Beelart recently teamed up with his good friend Cliff Olson to write what they call “a quirky little book about our barefoot friends.” The book, “The Oregon Bigfoot Highway,” is a collection of 31 Bigfoot sighting reports, 43 track finds, and 26
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Joe Beelart (right) teamed up with his friend Cliff Olson (left) to write a “quirky little book” about Bigfoot “sightings” in Oregon, mainly in the wild forest of the upper Clackamas and Breitenbush rivers. Bigfoot-related incidents in the wild forest of the upper Clackamas and Breitenbush rivers. “Incidents have included things such as finding
‘teepees’ made from trees much too large for men to tip,” says Beelart, who hails from West Linn. “Not surprisingly, some incidents have happened to fishermen. We
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have gathered reports from six fishermen ranging from a simple report of a fly fisher describing Bigfoot climbing the slope on the other side of the Breitenbush River, to a
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terrifying encounter near Hoover Campground at Detroit Lake.” Beelart says a fly fisherman and his children were backed out of a stream bed in the North Fork by a Sasquatch, which repeatedly bumped into the tip of his 9foot fly rod. This incident was taken seriously by the U.S. Forest Service as the report was essentially of a huge naked man approaching children, he adds. He also tells of how, in 1953, three young teens were interviewed by the U.S. Forest Service about an incident at Round Lake just north of Detroit. “They were told ‘the hermits’ up there don’t hurt anyone,” he says of the teens’ encounter. “The rangers were mainly interested in the species of fish the boys caught.” In “The Oregon Bigfoot Highway” are several discussions of geographic names related to Sasquatch, Beelart says. A1924 U.S. Geological Service logbook reads, ‘We came upon an old prospector living with a group of apes,’” Beelart adds. “At the time, ‘Tarzan, the Ape Man’ by Edgar Rice Burroughs was a wildly popular book, so the surveyors named the nearby springs, Tarzan Springs. “About half way south of Tarzan Springs toward Detroit and near Round Lake, there is Ogre Creek, not to be confused with Ochre Creek which is about two miles north,” he adds. “One can only speculate what the surveyors experienced to name the creek ‘Ogre.’” According to Beelart, the name of the creek flowing through the ‘new’ town of Detroit is Monkey Creek.
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“Before the dam flooded the ‘old’ Detroit, Monkey Creek was on the maps recorded before 1900,” he says. “And the list of Bigfootrelated geographical names goes on. Devils Peak abuts Breitenbush Hot Springs. There is Skookum Lake, the Memaloose, Devil’s Ridge and more.” For 15 years, Beelart and Olson and a loosely-knit group of adventurers called The Clackamas Sasquatchians scouted the area and gathered seemingly genuine accounts relating to Bigfoot from persons of diverse professions from loggers to lawyers. “When we accumulated over 100 reports, the project was done,” Beelart says. “It could have gone on forever, we think.” Beelart says one of the most interesting reports was of a major track find in July 1994 below the Big Cliff Dam, east of Gates near the Santiam River. In a shallow beaver pond, a banana-shaped in-and-out track line was filmed with a video camera along with two dead beavers from which the creatures had eaten “the delicacies.” “One track was cast, and it clearly shows the suction action of a two-part foot, as theorized by academics dabbling in Bigfoot theory,”
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Beelart says. “In any event, even after seeing the tracks, the grandfather who owned the property didn’t believe in Bigfoot, but his son said he started carrying a shotgun every time he visited that neck of his woods.” Beelart, who has wandered the mountains for decades, reports personally seeing the elusive ape-like creatures twice, once in the Coast range and once in the upper Clackamas forest. “The coast range sighting was 23 years ago along the side of the road late one evening,” he says. “The other sighting was when one came into our camp at Cabin Creek. It just stood past the bed of the pickup and watched me quite a long time. “There are episodes where these ‘things’ have told people things, given instructions like ‘leave here now,’” he says of telepathic thoughts the creatures convey. “Most likely, they were protecting their young.” During his 39-year career with Portland General Electric, Olson also spotted the elusive creature. “Cliff lived his first 13 years at the Oak Grove Fork powerhouse project in the heart of the Mount Hood National Forest,” Beelart says of Olson. “There he found his first unmistakable track in 1957.” For those who hunker hunting for Bigfoot themselves, Beelart says, “Our
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Joe Beelart, shown here at Mount Jefferson, says he personally reported seeing a Sasquatch twice in the Oregon mountains. Olson also has spotted the elusive creature. book has 13 specially drawn maps and lists numerous GPS coordinates, which are handy for use with Google Earth. In this way, people can find and enjoy the beauty of our forest while scaring the bejesus out of themselves reading about our hairy forest pals.”
The rule of thumb for a Bigfoot sighting is the Hewkin-Sullivan Rule, Beelart says. “Hewkin was a state of Oregon biologist and Sullivan a science teacher,” he explains. “Their rule is ‘spend 200 hours, feet on the ground, in an area they are
likely to be.’ And you may either find one piece of solid evidence like a good track or have a sighting.” Two hundred hours is not an easy stretch, but Beelart says enthusiastic Bigfoot seekers might find it worth putting in the time. “One such man, John Glen of St. Helens, put in his umpteenth 200 hours and was rewarded in April last year with a 15-second sighting in the middle of the Clackamas River Ranger District,” Beelart says. “This sighting was personally investigated on site by Cliff Barackman of the television show ‘Finding Bigfoot’ along with his Bigfootin’ dog Sochi.” ■
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A few “meows” are good therapy for patients on the mend at Salem Hospital. “Junior, Leo and Squeak are my current superstars that regularly visit the hospital,” says George Piter, a Salem Health emergency department technician and hospital volunteer. “Junior is almost 8 years old and has been a certified therapy cat for nearly six years. Leo is 10, and has been working for four years and also visits a hospice patient once a week. Squeak is around 6 years old, and is the newest addition to the team with almost a year and a half experience behind him.” Piter moved from Ohio in 1976 and his lived in Salem with his wife Karen and their son Jason ever since. After working 35 years in communications and networking, Piter wanted a change. He earned his certified nursing assistant license and landed a job at Providence Benedictine Nursing Center in Mount Angel and later as an ER technician at Salem Health, where he currently works two days a week. “While working at Providence Benedictine Nursing Center, I got to know many of
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the residents, which gave me the idea to bring Maggie, our calico cat, in to visit a couple of the residents whom I knew were real cat lovers,” Piter says. “Maggie was a natural. She trained me and showed me how it was done.” Maggie was certified by the DoveLewis animal assisted therapy program, and worked in Mount Angel
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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • MAY 2016 he adds. “And the cats love it,” Piter says. “You can’t make cats do something they don’t want to do. Very often when they make a real connection with a patient, it’s difficult to get the cats to leave. They seem to sense when they’re really needed.” Piter says therapy cats go through essentially the same training and evaluation that therapy dogs go through. “The Pet Partners training is excellent and effective in determining which cats and dogs are suited to be therapy animals,” he says. Piter credits Salem Health with having “a great animal assisted therapy program. I consider it a privilege to be part of the group of cat and dog teams that visit the hospital on a regular basis,” he says. “The support I get from the hospital staff is nothing less than phenomenal, especially the help I get from my coworkers. They are simply the best of the best.” And these cats keep busy. “The cats do at least as many staff visits as we do patient visits when we’re at the hospital,” Piter adds. “It’s often difficult to get the boys to go home.” ■
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before visiting patients at Salem Hospital for almost a decade, Piter says. “Maggie was a regular visitor until she was 15 and ready to retire,” he says. “We lost her last October, and she’ll always be greatly missed. She was definitely one of a kind. Junior, Leo and Squeak are truly Maggie’s legacy.” Piter says most patients respond very positively to the cats. “When we come in, we check with the nurses in whatever unit we visit to ask which patients might like a visit,” he says. “Some patients aren’t interested or (they) are allergic to cats. We’ve been told many times that we’ve made the patient’s day and how much they’ve appreciated visiting with one of the boys.” Dr. Rob Kelly, MD, president and CEO of Salem Emergency Physicians Service, says therapy animals provide an unconditional companionship which is calming and reassuring to patients in an unfamiliar clinical environment. “Patients light up when they see the therapy cats George brings to the bedside,” he says. “It gives them something positive and enjoyable to focus on, which is proven to decrease physical
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May marks the beginning of the busy cruise season in Alaska, and it may well be naturalist John Muir who was responsible for the popularity of this travel experience. In 1879, he sailed northward through the Inside Passage to Glacier Bay where he studied the movements of glaciers to better understand the formation of Yosemite Valley. He sent back a series of glowing, enthusiastic reports, and implored readers of the San Francisco Chronicle to “Go and See!” Travelers have followed his advice and the cruise industry now delivers almost a million visitors to Alaska each year to enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of snow-capped peaks, tidewater glaciers, and abundant wildlife. Beyond the beautiful scenery are ports of call offering opportunities to learn more about the 49th state’s history and native culture as well as try some adventurous encounters with nature from dog sledding to sea kayaking. Juneau, the state capital, is a stop for most ships cruising the Inside Passage and provides a wide spectrum of things to see and do. With the fifth-largest ice field in North America in its backyard, Juneau is an excellent place to try a helicopter or floatplane visit to a glacier. These are expensive outings, but still a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Close to town is Mendenhall Glacier, a short bus shuttle or taxi ride. While you only observe the glacier at a distance, it is nonetheless a remarkable site and worth the visit. The Mount Roberts Tramway begins across from the cruise ship dock and whisks passengers from sea level to 1,800-feet in about six minutes. Viewing platforms and hiking trails provide breathtaking vistas of Juneau, the Gastineau Channel, and surrounding mountains. From here, it is easy to understand why Juneau is the only state capital unreachable by road. North of Juneau is the historic town of Skagway, another popular port of call. As a gateway to the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush, it has retained many original buildings, wooden sidewalks, saloons,
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A cruise ship sits just outside of Sitka, Alaska, another historic town along the state’s Inside Passage. It was founded in 1799 by Russian explorer Alexander Baranoff. and false-fronted shops. Much of the downtown area has been designated a National Historic Park and rangers lead free, narrated walking tours through town. The narrow-gauge White Pass and Yukon railroad follows the route of the gold seekers to the top of White Pass and the border with Canada. It’s a 120-mile round trip, scenic excursion that is very popular with cruise passengers. Sitka is another historic small town visited by many ships. Founded in 1799 by Russian explorer Alexander Baranoff, the town retains its Russian heritage with St. Michael’s Cathedral, the first Russian Orthodox church in North America. Its onionshaped domes dominate the center of town. The native Tlingit culture is also evident at the Sitka National Historic Park where a pleasant path through the
forest showcases a variety of totem poles. Nearby is the Sheldon Jackson Museum featuring an extensive collection of Native Alaskan artifacts, and the Alaska Raptor Center. While not technically a port of call, Glacier Bay is a cruise highlight and most ships spend the better part of the day in the area visiting several glaciers. This is Alaska at its best: snow-capped mountains, tidewater glaciers dropping down to the sea, floating icebergs, and a good possibility of spotting whales, seals, porpoises and eagles. Ships not stopping at Glacier Bay usually include equally-scenic Hubbard Glacier. Other favorite stops along the Inside Passage include Ketchikan, Haines, Icy Strait and Petersburg. All the ports of call offer a variety of shore excursions for everyone from the extremely adventurous to
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Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is never easy, and it is sometimes difficult to know how to best keep them healthy. There is not a cure yet for Alzheimer’s, but research shows that there may be ways to protect brain cells by incorporating the right nutrients into your and your loved-ones diet. Mediterranean Diet: Grandma was right — fish is excellent brain food. Fish are
rich in DHA, which is one of the most prevalent fatty acids in the brain. This might explain why research shows that those who eat diets rich in seafood tend to have higher brain function. Low-saturated fat and low-glycemic index: We all know that we feel better when we eat a healthier diet, however those with Alzheimer’s are even more sensitive to changes in the nutritional
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value of foods. When provided with healthier foods on a regular basis, people with Alzheimer’s have been known to show positive changes within four weeks. By swapping out animal fats and sugar for more vegetables, you could be making a bigger difference in your loved ones’ well-being than you thought. Vitamin B-12: All Alzheimer’s patients, and elderly,
should be tested for B-12 deficiency. B-12 deficiency can worsen dementia, and can cause weakness, fatigue, incontinence, depression, decreased cognitive function and poor memory. As we age, the amount of acid in our stomachs decreases, which makes B-12 absorption more difficult. If you or your loved ones are lacking in B-12, talk to your doctor about the best option for solving the deficiency. Making sure that your loved one is eating well can be very difficult when you are dealing with Alzheimer’s. Common issues include changes in taste, decreased appetite, chewing or swallowing problems, decreased thirst, decreased stomach acid, constipation or other diseases. Ways to combat some of these problems include: ■ Smaller plates ■ Smaller, more frequent snacks ■ Colorful presentation of food ■ Pleasant aromas, music, etc. ■ Herbs, spices, sauces for flavor ■ Making mealtime relaxed and social ■ Increasing fiber slowly to prevent discomfort ■ Flavor water to encourage drinking and to prevent dehydration If you encounter signs of difficulty chewing or swallowing such as eating very slowly, pocketing food in cheeks, swallowing several
times for a single mouthful, shortness of breath while eating, drooling, wet-sounding voice after eating, increased congestion in chest after eating or repeated bouts of pneumonia, discuss these with your loved one’s medical provider. His or her provider may refer you to an evaluation by a speech pathologist, who will advise you of measures to take and appropriate diet changes. Part of being an effective caregiver also means taking care of yourself. Eating a healthy diet now can help prevent diseases such as Alzheimer’s as you age, as can exercise — any amount helps. Stress management is also essential — make sure you take regular breaks, and do not forget to ask for help. Looking for a recipe to get you started? Here is a great recipe for “Cream of Green Soup.” • Place spinach and/or bok choy and/or broccoli in a sauce pan. • Add chopped onions, a pinch of Italian herbs and a little olive oil (or more oil, if undesired weight loss is occurring). • Saute the dish until the unions become clear and the green vegetable is soft. • Blend 1 part cooked greens with 1 - 2 parts full-fat soy milk or low-fat regular milk until creamy and smooth. • Salt to taste and serve warm. (This article was provided by Silverton Health.) ■
Learn more about aging well with others by attending a brown bag series at Western Oregon University in May, sponsored by the gerontology department; politics, policy and administration department; human resources; and Monmouth Senior Center. Each class begins at noon. Parking passes are available and older adults, as well as adult children, are encouraged to attend. May 4: Understanding policy implications for aging adults. May 11: Health promotion and aging: best practices. May 25: Talking about end-oflife issues for aging adults and their family members. Call 503-838-5678, or visit ci.monmouth.or.us, for more information. Come enjoy the Monmouth Senior Center Spring Fling from 4 to 6 p.m. May 24 at the center. Hear big band singer Janie Martin, enjoy dancing and refreshments. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in the office or by calling 503-8035678. The Women’s Night Out meets at 5 p.m. May 21 at the
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Trips Two good trips are on hand for May: May 12 — Whale watching with lunch at Tidal Raves in Depoe Bay. Cost is $11.75 plus your lunch, leaving at 9 a.m. May 19 — Northwest Senior Theatre, with a cost of $13.75. Dinner cost is on your own. The trip will depart the senior center at 11:30 am. ■
When a plant needs rescue
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DIGGIN’ IT!
By GRACE PETERSON MASTER GARDENER
The January air sent a chill through me as I stepped out of the car onto soggy ground. I zipped my jacket and I scanned the open, plant-filled lot for my friends Trude and Barbara. We were meeting here to rescue plants that would otherwise be trampled under the weight of progress. After hugs and hellos, we gathered our gear and began digging. Later, I went home with a trunkload of treasures and a grand sense of satisfaction. That day many years ago was my only experience with saving plants. But, Aloha resident Trina Studebaker is the queen of the plant rescue and runs a plant exchange nursery in her backyard. She not only rescues, she re-pots and resells those treasures to the grateful public. My sister and I had the privilege of visiting Trina at her home/nursery on what had to be the rainiest day in March. Trina’s garden, even during a downpour, was a delight to explore with cute pathways,
TRINA STUDEBAKER well-placed plants and eyecatching garden art. Making our way through a vine-clad allee, we entered the sales area in the back. Several wood benches, built by Trina’s handy hubby, were lined with plants for sale while, off in one corner, the plant “hospital” housed the rescues needing time to convalesce. In another area was a large raised bed for growing vegetables. If the weather had been more hospitable, we would have spent more time exploring. As it was, my sister and I still ended up purchasing several plants. Trina launched her nursery, From My Bed to Yours, in 2011. “I love having a business
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that feeds my soul and helps to feed others,” she says. How did she come up with the idea? “One day, I visited our local used bookstore — where you can bring back your books and get credit to use toward more books,” she says. “As I opened the door to the bookstore, the idea ‘dropped’ on me. That’s what it felt like. I thought, why can’t I do this with perennials? I’d been dividing my perennials for years and having neighborhood plant sales. Why couldn’t I go bigger with it? It would be a way to make gardening more affordable.” Affordable makes it so much more fun, she says, because you get to add more plants to your garden. “A friend of mine had added the rescue part to the idea because people were always bringing me their dying plants,” Trina says. “The business has organically evolved. I now get to go rescue plants
from properties and gardens that no longer want/need the plants. I bring them back to my property. I give them tender loving care by potting them in nutrient-rich soil and fertilizing with worm castings and fish emulsion. Before long, they are ready to sell. I also come home to plants that people have just dropped off. How fun is that?” Recently Trina helped a client rescue plants from her
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childhood home. “The house had been demolished and she was devastated because she wasn’t able to save anything from it,” Trina says. “But the plants were still there. She hired me to rescue the plants she grew up with. I just love that we got to do this for her.” You can find all the information for From My Bed to Yours by visiting Trina’s website: frommybedtoyours. com. ■
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Reading a novel after seeing the movie version raises the potential of experiencing the fictional journey solely through the filmmaker’s vision. Fortunately the novel “Brooklyn” easily stands on its own. While the movie, an Academy Award nominee for this year’s best film, sets a
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AMENITIES Active retirement living with a full accommodation of living options and services in one scenic care community. Remodeled Independent Living community features: spacious homes, apartments, elegant dining rooms & abundant common areas to enjoy time with friends. Full service community. Garden homes and Health Center complete with Skilled Nursing & Alzheimer’s care, and Memory Care Center.
The Lifestyle You Deserve - Emerald Pointe is the area’s newest & finest independent living community. Spacious floor plans, each with a full kitchen; cook if you like or join us for delicious chef-prepared meals served restaurant style in our beautiful dining room. Ask about our exclusive optional meal plan. Enjoy spectacular views of the Cascades Mountains.
A 275-acre community in a rural setting, Mennonite Village provides living spaces for all levels of retirement - close to Corvallis, Eugene, or Salem. With an award-winning chef and beautifully landscaped grounds Mennonite Village is an inclusive, all-faith community of amazing people. Services include: independent living, assisted living, nursing & rehab, memory care, foster care, respite care, and in-home care.
Nestled in the Heart of the Willamette Valley on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and walking paths. Garden apartments are pet-friendly and have patios. High-rise apartments have spectacular views. We offer daily mass, weekly all-faith services, social programs, activities, 24-hour security, Emergency pull-cords and extended transportation program.
We are a Christian Retirement Community located on 80 acres in Turner, just minutes from Salem. Independent rents: $695$1000 per month, Residential Care base rate $2600 per person. Included in RCF base rate: all meals, 24-hr. staffing, call bell system, housekeeping, laundry, monthly vitals, dispensing/ordering medication, scheduling of doctor visits, cable TV, computer & internet lab, planned activities & weekly shopping trips.
A non-profit Christian community nestled on 42 picturesque acres in North Keizer. 3 meals daily with short-order menu, security, van service, housekeeping service, beauty/barber shop, exercise room, walking paths, 2 libraries, weekly church services & Bible study, exceptional social activity program. 24 hr. staff, active retirement living with RCF II. Every unit comes with a beautiful view and pets are welcome! Located in beautiful Salem, Oregon, WindSong at Eola Hills is a state-of-theart, 56 unit memory care community with all the comforts of home. Residents enjoy well-appointed accommodations with the option of a shared or private bathroom. Our professional staff is trained in the Montessori Method of dementia care which encourages and tailors everyday tasks to fit each individual’s abilities.
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April 26: Heritage Talk: “A Family History” by Russell Yamada, 3 to 5 p.m., Deepwood Museum and Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE, Salem. $6. 503-363-1825.
(also May 21) The Jacksons, 8 20 p.m., Chinook Winds Casino Resort, Lincoln City. $50-$65. 888-MAINACT. Movies Made in Oregon: “Stand by Me,” 7 p.m., Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free.
April 29: Loyalty Days Veterans Lunch, noon, Newport 60+ Activity Center, 20 SE 2nd St. Free for veterans. 541-265-9617. Pet par21 ade in downtown Silver-
(through May 1) Spring Rummage Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and noon to 4 p.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE, Salem. 503-588-0748. April 30: Common Wildflowers of Western Oregon slideshow and field trip, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Straub Environmental Center, 1320 A St. NE, Salem. $15. 503391-4145.
MAY Silverton Senior Center board meeting, 1 p.m., 115 Westfield St.
2 Art Talk: Totem Shriver, 10 a.m., 3 Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem. Free. High School Art Mentorship Program Exhibit Reception, 6 to 8 p.m., IKE Box Coffee Shop, Salem. New Visions Support Group, 2 4 p.m., 680 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills.com. Assistance League Auxiliary of Salem Spring Forum: Author Daniel James Brown, “The Boys in the Boat,” 7 p.m., Willamette University Smith Auditorium, 900 State St., Salem. $25, at Daue House and Encore Furniture.
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Tech-Savvy Seniors: GPS and maps, 2 p.m., Woodburn Public Library, 270 Garfield St. Free. Bingo, 1 p.m. Fridays, South 6 Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE, Salem. 503-588-0748. (through May 28) “Blame It On Beckett,” 7:30 p.m., Theatre West, 3536 Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. 541-994-5663. The Doubleclicks, a self-described geek-band, 7 p.m., Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free, with ticket. 503-588-6315. Fine Art Friday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem. Free. (also May 7) Polk County Master Gardeners Plant Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S. Pacific Hwy., Rickreall. 503-623-8395. Mother’s Day Tea and Fashion Show, 2 to 4 7 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $12. 503873-3093. (also May 8) Carriage Me Back to 1929, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,
ton, 10 a.m., followed by Positive Pet Fair at noon. and 1 to 3 p.m. (noon to 4 p.m. Sunday), Linn County Historical Museum, Brownsville. $10/$5. 541466-3390. Monmouth Senior Center breakfast, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., 180 Warren St. S. $6/$3. 503-838-5678. Mother’s Day Tea, 2 p.m., 8 Deepwood Museum and Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE, Salem.
AARP Defensive Driving, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monmouth Senior Center, 180 Warren St. S. $15/$20. 503-838-5678. Willamette Valley Genealogical Society, “Using Genealogy Software Programs, Legacy,” 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Anderson Room A, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. 503-3630880. Senior Book 16 Club: “The End of Your Life Book Club”
$35. 503-363-1825. Mother’s Day Tours, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m., Bush House Museum, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem. Free. Willamette Valley Women’s 10 Military League, with speaker Col. Morse and JROTC Cadet from North Salem High School, 11 a.m., Walery’s Pizza, 1555 Edgewater St. NW, Salem. 503-831-0298. Ancestry Detectives: Visit Salem Public Library’s genealogical section, 10 a.m., 585 Liberty St. SE. 503-8733444 to carpool. Gardening with Dale Small, 11 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093. Silverton Food Co-op presentation, 3 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093. Singles Dine Out Club, 6 12 p.m., Sandees Thai Restaurant, 211 Oak St., Silverton. Monmouth Senior Center trip: Whale watching and lunch in Depoe Bay, leaving at 9 a.m. $11.75 plus lunch. 503-838-5678. Oregon Commission for the Blind, “Resources for the Blind and Visually Impaired,” 1 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093.
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(also May 15) International 14 Migratory Bird Day Celebration, Tillamook Forest Center.
by Will Schwalbe, 10 a.m., Woodburn Public Library, 270 Garfield St.
Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE, Salem. $5. 503-5880748. Salem Area Ravelers, 2 to 4 p.m., Salem Public Library Heritage Room, 585 Liberty St. SE. Woolspinnr@aol.com. Arthritis Support Group: Helpful hints and handy habits for managing arthritic symptoms, 10 a.m., Support Group Room, Building D, Salem Hospital campus. 503-999-5204.
Corvallis-OSU Symphony Senior Trivia: Education, 2 to 24 Orchestra, Mahler’s 17 3 p.m., Country Meadows Village, 155 Evergreen Road, Woodburn. Symphony Battle Buddies, 1 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093.
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Social Security presentation, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093.
No. 7, “Song of the Night,” 7:30 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center, OSU. $20+. COSUsymphony.org or 541-286-5580. Heritage Talk: “Building an Asylum,” by Megan Lallier-Barron, 3 to 5 p.m., Deepwood Museum and Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE, Salem. $6. 503363-1825.
(through May 21) NW Senior Theatre 25th anniversary spring show, Alpenrose Dairy Opera House, 6149 SW Shattuck Road, Portland. $5. 503-227-2003.
Spring Fling, 4 to 6 p.m., Monmouth Senior Center, 180 Warren St. S. 503838-5678.
Shared Visions Support Group, 680 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-5814224 or info@blindskills.com.
Grown-ups, 2 to 4 p.m., Salem Public Library Heritage Room. Free.
Lincoln Pops Big Band, 7:30 19 p.m., Gleneden Beach Community Club, 110 Azalea St.,
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Tuesday, Aug 16: Brain Lecture, Balance and Brain Evaluations w/PT, Dinner at Center 50+, and Beginning Cieli Dance lessons.
Thursday, Aug 18: Night in Bend, Seeking Adventure to keep our Brains and spirits alive, Oregon Natural Wonders Presentation, Dinner Canoe under the Stars-Elk lake, Old Mill and more.
Line Dance Fundraising Party
Let’s line dance for a great cause! Invite your walking, hiking, travel group, dancing and even non dancing friends, to join us Monday, June 13, 5-7:30 p.m. Cost is $5 for dancers and non-dancers (watchers). Instructor is Colleen RobertsWitt. There will be fun silent auction items, snack/dessert table and lots of line dancing for two hours. You need not know how to dance as each dance will have a walk thru. No partners needed and 100% of proceeds benefit Center 50+’s “Friends” budget to help keep cost down. Comfortable attire suggested. See y’all there!
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Center 50+ provides a movie and popcorn the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. Is there a movie you’ve wanted to see? We take movie requests! Movies will be shown at 1:15 p.m. Monthly Movie - Wednesday, May 11: “Joy” starring Jennifer Lawrence. Classic Movie Day – Wednesday, May 25: “Goodbye Mr. Chips” starring Robert Donat. All movies are subject to change, check with Center 50+ front desk on Tuesday before movie for movie title. Thanks to our sponsor: Atrio Health Plan
Friday, Aug 19: Newberry Caldera – Volcano Tour, Hike Paulina Lake and Hemlock Forest, with picnic lunch. Sisters free time. Stop by Center 50+ Travel Desk to pick up a flier or sign up for this fun and educational week ($50 deposit due at registration).
May Birthday Party!
Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the monthly birthdays on the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday, May 20 we will begin serving cake. If it is your birthday in May, be sure to come and have lunch, get a special birthday gift. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! Thank you Windsong Memory Care for sponsoring our Monthly Birthday Party.
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It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Fit!
National Senior Health & Fitness Day
You are invited to celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day with Center 50+. Join us Wednesday, May 25 for FREE Fitness classes all day long as well as a variety of delicious, healthy snacks. Featured Fitness classes for the day are Flexibility & Functional Movements 910 a.m., Yoga 9:15-10:30 a.m., SilverSneakers Classic 10-11am and Total Body Circuit 5:306:30 p.m. If you are planning to take a fitness class with us for the first time please plan on arriving 10 minutes early to fill out the necessary paperwork and get a chance to meet the Instructor. We are excited to celebrate with you, please call Kanoe Barth 503-588-6303 with any questions.
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Massage Therapist Heidi Bowles (LMT #18952) provides a wonderfully relaxing massage experience both through chair and table massages. In addition to the obvious benefits of stress reduction, massage also helps to increase circulation and joint mobility, enhance immunity and alleviate low back pain, and leaves you with an overall feeling of relief. Heidi also offers a new paraffin heat therapy, which has proven helpful for those with arthritis, strains, or joint stiffness. Heidi specializes in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage and relaxation massage. Heidi is available Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost: $1 per minute or $40 for an hour. Make an appointment today 503-588-6303.
Licensed Cosmetologist Ana Correa provides foot care and haircuts at an affordable price. Foot care treatments begin with a foot soak in warm water, followed by a toe nail trim, file and nail polish if you like, all for just $22. If you have a hard time doing your own foot care, this is the perfect option for you, enjoy stress free happy feet. If a haircut is what you need Men’s haircuts start at just $12 and Woman’s haircuts start at just $15. Ana is available every Wednesday 9-4 by appointment only. Call to make your appointment today 503-5886303.
if student brings their own paint & brushes. Instructor will call student prior to the class to review painting level and material list. Bob Ross “Joy of Painting” Workshop. You can learn to paint! Bob Ross certified instructor, Janet Sanders, believes that with Bob’s fantastic techniques and some dedicated practice, masterpieces that you never dreamed possible will flow from your brush! Class dates: Saturday, May 21, 9 a.m. & Tuesday, May 17, 12:30 p.m. Cost: $35 + 15 supply fee.
is Music teacher Martin Sobelman, owner of Music Up Over. All equipment/materials are provided. Class dates: Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18, 25, & June 1, 8, 15 & 22. Class time: 12:30–1:30 p.m. Class fee: $50 for 4 classes. Space is limited. General Food Preservation with OSU Extension Service. Learn the basics about canning, freezing, drying, pickling, and jam making. Which products need to be processed in a pressure canner? Which can be processed in a boiling water canner? What kind of equipment is needed? Which recipes and directions are recommended and why? Class Date: Tuesday, May 17. Class Time: 1-3 p.m. Class fee: $3. Let’s Soduko, Again. Instructor Karen Bollinger, is back to help game beginners and those who just love to practice their Sudoku skills. The American Alzheimer’s Association has endorsed Sudoku as a “brain game” for brain agility that might help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Class Date: Wednesday, May 4 Class Time: 2-3 p.m. Class Cost: $5. Modern Economic Systems - How Human Wants and Desires Shape our World. Retired Law and Business School professor Roy Daniel will lead this class in a discussion and analysis of the three current world economic systems – Capitalism, Communism, and Socialism. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each economics system, and discuss their significant aspects. We will discuss how each economic system affects the cultural, governmental/political, religious and social conditions of the county. See the sign up table of Life Long Learning classes and be sure to pick up a copy of the Class Preface to get you started. Class date: Monday, June 13. Class time: 1-12 p.m. Class Fee: $10. Flashback…Where were you in…1959 and 1963? Bob Buck from KBZY radio offers a series of presentations sure to give you a blast to the past! We will focus on a particular year and discuss the news events of the year, sports, the top movies, music and more. Class fee $5. May Class: Things were fine, in ‘59! Date: Thursday, May 5, 1 p.m. June Class: So Much in Love, in 1963!, Thursday, June 2nd at 1 p.m.
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Come by Center 50+ to sign up for Life Long Learning classes or call 503-588-6303. Class Fee Payment required at beginning of class registration. ARTS AND ARTS AND CRAFTS Carving duck decoys from wood the Oregon Decoy and Wildfowl Guild. The Guild is a group of individuals dedicated to promoting the traditional history of decoy making and its development as an art form. Participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Saturday, May 28, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Cost $3 per session plus any cost for wood. Triple-A Drawing Class - “Anti-AlzheimerActivity.” Learning to draw has been proven to increase gray matter as well as increase “plasticity” in the brain. Join Instructor Hal Mathew in this mentally challenging activity to not only learn a fulfilling hobby, but to keep your brain feeling refreshed and active. Beginners always welcome. New Class Dates: First and Third Mondays of every month, starting May 2. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Cost: $6 each class. Intermediate Acrylic Painting I. In this intermediate class, instructor Linda Osburn teaches color mixing, brush strokes and shading using one brush. Open to those who have painted before. Signup sheet at Center 50+, teacher will call you to determine class level. Class Dates: May 4 & 18. Time: 1-3:30 p.m. Individual Class Cost: $28. Add $10 for supplies. Intermediate Acrylic Painting II. IClass Dates: May 5 & 19. Time: 1-3:30 p.m. Individual Class Cost: $28. Add $10 for supplies. Evening Painting with Acrylics Intermediate Level. This class will be held in the evening from 6-8:30 p.m. and open to adults 18 years and older. This class is for those that have some experience painting with acrylics and does not require any drawing. Students will take home a finished painting after each evening class. Class held twice a month. Class dates: Tuesdays, May 3 & 17. Class time: 6-8:30 p.m. Class Cost: $28 and a one-time $10 supply fee. Supply fee is waived
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT Art Appreciation. Natures Creations: Flowers in Art. Nature provides a sensory delight of color, texture, and smells through its diversity of botanical delights. Join us as we create a composition from Mother Nature’s creations! Class dates: Tuesday, April 26. Class time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Class fee: $5 each class. Around the Garden with the OSU Marion County Master Gardeners. This month’s topic: “Good Folks and Bad Dudes” Controls for Snails, Slugs and Insects. Class date: Tuesday, May 3. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $7 Start Thinking Survival. Join Ross Thompson for an introduction of effective and useful information for emergency survival situations. Ross served in the United States Marine Corp for eight years as a squad leader and platoon trainer with a Navy and U.S. Marine surgical company, has 14 years of law enforcement experience, and has provided Red Cross instruction and disaster relief training. Future classes for the Center is of everyday practicality; supplies to keep at home and in the vehicle for emergencies: power outages, inclement weather, breakdowns, first aid supplies; and mental planning for the above events: checklist development, and state of mind processes. Class date: Monday, May 23. Class time: 1-2:00 p.m. Class fee: $3 Let’s Marimbaaaa! Four-class course. Learn to play Zimbabwean-style marimbas in this new class offering at Center 50+. We will learn to play simple, catchy tunes. No prior musical experience is required although a good sense of rhythm and beat is very helpful. The leader
FEATURING DAY TOURS! Overnight, Extended and Custom Tours
Day Tour • Sun. May 22 • A Streetcar Named Desire • $144 pp Reserve by May 1. Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece taking place in one hot New Orleans summer with Blanche DuBois, Stella and Stanley. Trans., Matinee at the Gerding, dinner included.
✰ COLORADO 4TH OF JULY still open! ✰ Rocky Mts 4th of July/Denver/Colorado Springs • July 2-8 7 days/6 nights • Due May 1
Incl: airfare, train ride w/mining tour, Rocky Mts, Stanley Hotel, State Capitol, Air Force Academy, Olympic Training Center, Garden of the Gods, Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, Wolf Wildlife Center. $2,295 dbl, $2,695 sgl
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Community Services
Caregiver Education: Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care Series
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May Volunteer of the Month
ORVA LESTER
Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease? Would you like to know more about Alzheimer’s disease and dementias and learn techniques to help manage the many challenges of caregiving? “The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care – A Guide for Family Caregivers,” written by Virginia Bell and David Troxel offers real help to caregivers. The Best Friends model is easy to learn, understand and apply at any stage of caregiving, and can transform caregiving into a rewarding and successful experience. Classes will meet on Monday, June 13, 20, & 27, 2 to 4 p.m. “Thank you for the excellent sessions. The handouts were very helpful and I learned a lot,” said one caregiver. The workshops are free for unpaid family caregivers and are presented in partnership with the Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program, Time With Friends and NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Class size is limited. Please call 503-588-6303 to register. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Howell Edwards Doerksen, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.
Understanding Alzheimer’s disease: Advance Directive KEYConversationsTM
Who would make your final health care decisions, if you couldn’t? Do they know what you want? Come Monday, May 23, 2 to 4 p.m., 2615 Portland Rd. NE, Salem. You will receive a KEYConversations™ Planning Guide, and learn how to: talk with your loved ones about end-oflife decisions; better understand the medical decisions you may one day face; and understand Oregon’s legal form - the Advance Directive. Understanding the form not advice is the purpose of this free educational seminar, thus no legal counsel will be given. This presentation is for unpaid family caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and those interested in learning more about dementia. Presenter: Jan Irving, PhD, RN., RN Health Educator, Salem Hospital Community Health Education Center. Presented in partnership with Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program, Time With Friends Program and NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Please call 503-588-6303 to register. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Howell Edwards Doerksen, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.
It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Smart
We had a fantastic time at the Spaghetti Dinner/Bingo Fundraiser. The food which was donated by Wilson House was great. Many people are talking about the music from Center Mass String Quartet. The Bingo players enjoyed trying their luck while helping to raise money new computers in The Tech 50+ Computer Learning Center. Our seniors and their families enjoyed it so much that several of them were asking for more before the night was over. It was an exciting night full of positive energy. Tech 50+ would like to thank all of you who were able to come and enjoy the evening with
us. If you weren’t able to come, we hope to see you at the next event at Center 50+. As we move Tech50+ forward with new computers, remember that we will continue to have our updated classes and workshops. Please stop by and see what classes we are offering this summer. In order to keep the Computer Learning Center open we need volunteers to supervise the lab, volunteers to instruct our classes and volunteers to assist our guests with computer skills. Please contact the Center 50+ at 503-5886303 if you are interested. Thank you to Atrio Health Plans for their continued support of Tech50+.
Workshop to Educate Baby Boomers on Social Security A New Generation of Retirees Prepares to Collect Benefits
An educational workshop titled “Savvy Social Security Planning: What Baby Boomers Need to Know to Maximize Retirement Income” has been scheduled for 6:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 11, at Center 50+, 2615 Portland Rd. NE, Salem. Social Security is far more complicated than most people realize. The decisions baby boomers make now can have a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits they stand to receive over their lifetime. Due to limited space pre-registration is recommended.
Put on your thinking cap...
1. Which historic event happened first? a. First Year of Mayan Calendar b. Cuneiform is Invented c. Naqada Culture Emerges d. Minoan civilization Founded
2. The Battle of the Nile was a major naval battle between the British and the French on the Mediterranean coast in August of 1798. Historic Battles - Which of these battles was the first to occur? a. Battle of Austerlitz b. Hundred Days c. Battle of Trafalgar d. Battle of the Nile 3. Which ancient historic event happened before the others? a. Venus De Milo Carved b. Colossus of Rhodes Built c. Parthenon Built in Athens d. Archimedes Born
4. Which of these U.S. Presidents held the office first? a. James Madison b. Andrew Jackson c. Thomas Jefferson
d. James Monroe
Answers: 1. c, 2. d, 3. c, 4. c.
TECH 50+
What better person then Orva Lester to be Center 50+’s Volunteer of the Month of May. She is like spring fresh air coming into the Center. Orva is one of the first people you see when you come in the door. She is a receptionist and greeter, and so much more. Orva says the “Being a greeter, “I have the privilege of giving building tours to newcomers in the area. It’s a joy sharing their enthusiasm at the end of the tour when they comment, “I had no idea there was so much here.” Orva also participates in the Center 50+ Outreach program where the “Friendly Caller” program is growing in its success of reaching senior ’s who are isolated in their homes. Also she volunteer ’s in The Life Long Learning classes as a registrar. If you have not experienced one of these classes, you should! Orva was born in Oklahoma, but grew up in Southern California—Huntington Beach. Right after graduating high school she met her lifelong husband. Her being an Oregonian, they moved to Oregon to stay. Orva, a city-girl, found herself a farmer ’s wife and what a learning curve she faced. Orva still lives on the farm, her husband passed, their children grown, and the grandchildren nearly grown. Tradition will continue with chores and summers on the farm and raising livestock for their 4H and FFA programs when the great-grandkids come along. Orva loves the outdoors, but also Center 50+ Acrylic painting class and in the 2000’s, Line Dancing classes at Center 50+ for 10 years. Orva has so much more to share, like the Sassy Stichers, bicycle club group rides, riding Honda dirt bikes, and being a snowbird in Lake Havasu for nine years. Orva retired after many years of working in different medical labs, the last being Salem Hospital. Orva Lester is a special person and Center 50+ is honored to have a part of her as a volunteer. In Orva’s words, “I feel the best part of volunteering is the warm, friendly people we meet every day and the lasting friendships I’ve acquired.”
NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • MAY 2016 14 MARION-POLK/COAST EDITION ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS § MAY 2016 Monday
Tuesday
8:30 am Woodshop 8:30 am Lapidary 8:30 am Jewelry 8:30 am Pool/Billiards 9:00 am Pine Needle Baskets 9:00 am Flexibility & Functional Movement 9:00 am Silversmithing/ Jewelry Workshop 9:15 am Yoga 10:00 am SilverSneakers 11:30 am Lunch 5:30 pm Total Body Circuit 6:45 pm Woodcarving
8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:15 pm 2:30 pm 6:30 pm
Wednesday
Woodshop Lapidary Ladies Pool/Billiards Karate Line Dancing - Int. History Discussion Group SilverSneakers Yoga Respite Care Tone Your Bones Lunch Tai Chi Line Dancing - Beg. Tai Chi Irish Dance Table Tennis
7:00 am Sunrise Rotary 8:30 am Woodshop 8:30 am Lapidary 8:30 am Pool/ Billiards 9:00 am Woodcarving Class 9:00 am SHIBA (by appt) 9:00 am Flexibility & Functional Movement 9:15 am Yoga 10:00 am SilverSneakers 11:00 am Respite Care 11:30 am Lunch 1:00 pm Writing Life Story 5:30 pm Total Body Circuit
Club Meetings in May Mon, May 2:
Four Seasons, 7 p.m.
Wed, May 4, 11, 18, & 25:
Sunrise Rotary, 7 a.m.
Thurs, May 5:
WAMS Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Grow & Show Garden Club, 7 p.m.
Fri, May 6 & 20:
Spanish Club, 2 p.m.
Tues., May 10:
Angler’s Club, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:45 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:15 pm 6:30 pm
Friday
Woodshop Lapidary Pool/Billiards Sewing Line Dancing - Int. Karate SilverSneakers Yoga Line Dancing - Beg. Tone Your Bones Time With Friends Lunch Tai Chi Bingo Ladies Pool/Billiards Tai Chi Table Tennis
8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:00 pm 1:00 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Pool/Billiards Watercolor Studio Yoga Respite Care Lunch Cards/Games Woodcarving
HOW TO GET MORE 8:30 amINFORMATION Lapidary 8:30 amfor Pool/Billiards ● Call your newcomers packet 503-588-6303 ● Tune in to KBZY Radio 1490 AM, Fridays at 8:10 a.m. ● Visit our Web site at: www.cityofsalem/Center 50 ● Stop by the Center for a tour ● You may pick up a FREE copy of the NW Boomer & Senior News at Center 50+ or at many local merchants.
❧ MAY LUNCH MENU ❧
Monday 2: Chicken Casserole Tuesday 3: Roasted Pork or Chicken Wednesday 4: Chili Con Carne Thursday 5: Chicken Stir-Fry Friday 6: Baked Fish or Chicken
Monday 23: Cheese Ravioli Tuesday 24: Beef Burgundy Wednesday 25: Chicken Casserole Thursday 26: Salisbury Steak Friday 27: Baked Fish or Chicken
Monday 9: Beef Ravioli Tuesday 10: Herb Roasted Chicken Wednesday 11: Meatloaf Thursday 12: Chicken Enchiladas Friday 13: Baked Fish or Chicken
Monday 30: CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY Tuesday 31: Chili Con Carne
Book Club, 1:30 p.m. Thurs, May 12:
Woodturners, 6 p.m. Garden Club Board, 7 p.m. Lapidary Club, 9 a.m.
Monday 16: Hungarian Goulash Tuesday 17: Chicken Casserole Wednesday 18: Italian Strata Thursday 19: Beef Stir-Fry Friday 20: BBQ Chicken
Menu subject to Change
Garden Club 7 p.m. Fri, May 13:
ACBO Meeting, 1 p.m.
Tues, May 17:
Needlepoint 12:30 p.m. Garden Club, 7 p.m.
Thurs, May 19:
Capital Arrangers, 7 p.m.
Mon, May 23:
Fushsia Club 7 p.m.
Wed, May 25:
SREA, 2 p.m.
Tues, May 31:
Woodcarvers, 7 p.m.
SAVE-THE-DATE for these special seminars
Tuesday, May 10, 10 a.m. Kaiser Permanente Friday, May 13, 1 p.m. Atrio, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thursday, May 19, 10 a.m. Medicare 101, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thursday, May 19, 1 p.m. Regence, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance
TRIPS AHOY! Saturday, June 11: Portland Rose Parade, cost $69 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, and admission). Waiting list only. Wednesday, July 13: “Landmarks of the Gorge” Sternwheeler, cost $135 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, 5-hour boat trip and 2 meals). Waiting list only. Aug. 15-19: “Boot Camp for the Brain” stop by the Travel Desk and pick up a flier. Includes motor coach, 2-night lodging (Oregon Coast & Bend), all entry fees, classes, pt evaluation, 3 breakfast, 3 dinners, and 2 lunches. Sept. 17: Mt. Hood Railroad Western Train Robbery, cost $95 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, train ride, entertainment, and lunch). Waiting list only. EXTENDED TRIP FOR 2016 ● New York, Niagara Falls & Washington DC, Sept. 13-20 ● Netherlands, Belgium & Paris featuring historic Bruges, Sept. 19-29 ● Highlights of Canyonlands, Oct. 3–11. Nine days from Las Vegas to Las Vegas ● San Antonio Holiday: Nov. 30-Dec. 4 ● Heritage of America: April 1-10, 2017 ● Shades of Ireland: Sept. 6-15, 2017 Stop by and pick up a flier for these extended trips (full Itinerary & pricing). Trip Desk is open Mondays - Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
Driver Safety Program is a two-session class sponsored by AARP to improve your driving skills. Upon completion of this course, your auto insurance premium may be reduced. Call the Center 50+ at 503-588-6303 to register. * May 9 & 12, 1 p.m. * June 6 & 9, 1 p.m. * June 13 & 16, 5 p.m.
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Rose. It is not helped along by their needy, dependent widow of a mother. Eilis, though, brings her own abilities pointing to a better future: mainly honesty and diligence along with a skill at bookkeeping, and the desire to learn more. What she does not bring is much worldly knowledge, a naivety that slowly dissipates as the story progresses. As a good judge of character, Eilis closely observes how others she sees as sophisticated behave, and then experiments with what is noticed. For example a tone of voice or an assured way of walking
demonstrates what can be used to bring a desired end. One result: Eilis evolves slowly, finally at the end emerging into “a woman in full possession of herself.” She is helped all along the way by people who already know the ropes and take her under their wing. Still, leaving her only known home is not easy, as Eilis realizes “she would never have an ordinary day again in this ordinary place, that the rest of her life would be a struggle with the unfamiliar.” After arriving in Brooklyn, following a rocky ocean voyage, her realization comes true. Working in a retail shop and living in a boarding house with other young Irish women,
MARION-POLK/COAST EDITION Eilis experiences an almost debilitating homesickness, leading her to wonder why she ever left Ireland. “She was a ghost in this room, in the streets on the way to work, on the shop floor.” Yet here again kindness is shown by others, who ease the funk, steer Eilis toward school, on the way to mastering bookkeeping and accounting, and onto the next stage of her life. Meeting a young man of Italian descent, Eilis falls in love, and it seems that might be where the story goes, until tragedy back home in Ireland pulls her back for a visit, and subsequent temptation and urging of others, particularly her mother, to stay. Having returned with Amer-
ican airs, and a more sophisticated look, Eilis is now more attractive both as an employee and as a potential mate for a young man too shy to approach her before she left. Slowly drawn back into the routine of life that had been left behind, and postponing the trip back to America, Eilis begins to wonder about Brooklyn and the young man awaiting a promised return. It is a romance she mentions to no one. “It made her strangely feel as though she were two people, one who had battled against two cold winters and many hard days in Brooklyn and fallen in love there, and the other who was her mother’s daughter, the Eilis whom
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everyone knew, or thought they knew.” In the end, Eilis is faced with making the most difficult of decisions: Whether to remain in small-town Ireland where she was becoming more comfortable, or go back to Brooklyn. The choice she has to make reflects a culmination of a growing worldly maturity plus practical necessity brought about by someone who knows a secret about her undisclosed Brooklyn romance. Yet deep down, Eilis must balance the reality of being where she is at the moment, against the dream of Brooklyn … that place far away. Reviewed by DAVID R. NEWMAN
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We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Millwood Manor, 2550 14th Ave SE, Albany. 541-9282545.
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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowlingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or older, disabled and/or handicapped, available at this time. We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Glenwood Manor, 1687 NW Division St., Corvallis. 541-753-3408.
mowing, weeding, hauling, barkdust, trimming. Reasonable rates. Over 35 years experience. 503-3932013.
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BELCREST CEMETERY PLOTS, $2000 (Salem). Two choice plots in the old section, Help Wanted $2000 each. Save hunFREELANCE WRITER dreds of dollars. 503NEEDED! Work with 623-3184. our editor to determine story ideas in Linn & BELCREST MEMORIAL Benton Counties & PREMIUM LOTS. Lot 5 submit one to two fea- & 6, section 56, block ture articles on a 30, $7000. Also lot 6, monthly basis. Must section 6, block 14, have some newswrit- $3500. OBO. 1-541ing experience; pho- 935-1222. tography experience helpful but not neces- SKYLINE MEMORIAL sary. Payment based GARDENS, 2 side by on articles published. side lots in GethseContact Michelle Te, mane. Both for $3500. managing editor NW Includes transfer fee. Boomer & Senior Call 503-358-7911. News, mte@nwseniorWanted news.com. No phone calls please. 30+ YEARS TRUSTED, Garden & Yard REPUTABLE ANTIQUES BUYER. ALWAYS BUYCare ING: old photos, postYEAR ROUND YARD cards, costume jewelSERVICE! Clean-ups, ry, most anything ant-
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NOTICE: Oregon state law (ORS 701) requires anyone who contracts for construction work to be licensed with the Construction Contractors Board. An active license means the contrctor is bonded and insured. Verify the contractor’s CCB license through the CCB Consumer Website www.hirali censedcontractor.co m or call 503-378-4621.
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conversation, laughter, fun day trips & more. Photo optional. Portland area. #5647 ISO WF, 70-85, seeking friendship & romance for LTR. I am WWM, 85+ active, good health, own my home!! I’m flexible. Want lady that needs lots of love!!! #5648
Ad Abbreviations M = Male F = Female S = Single D = Divorced W = White A = Asian B = Black H = Hispanic J = Jewish C = Christian N/S = Non-smoker N/D = Non-drinker
ISO = In Search Of LTR = Long Term Relationship WW = Widowed White WB = Widowed Black WA = Widowed Asian WH = Widowed Hispanic LGBT= Lesbian/Gay/ Bisexual/Transgender
FRIENDSHIP ADS are being suspended until further notice.
We will no longer accept friendship submissions. We will, however, accept and forward any Friendship ad RESPONSES through November, 2016.
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