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They aren’t having fun, are they? Brian Skiles, Laurie Linn and Steve Yant enjoy leading jam sessions at the Ukulele Fans of Oregon meetings. By MARY OWEN BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS

Musical prowess is abounding one chord at a time with budding musicians in two area ukulele programs. “I love playing the ukulele, and find it very challenging,” says Eileen Booth, the “Flapper Tapper,” who uses the instrument in her tap-dancing/ singing performances at local venues. Booth, who turns 90 in September, finds reading notes hard to do, but says she does OK with chords. “Not being a musician and never

able to read notes has given me the advantage of playing by chords, and those note readers support us, which makes us all a team supporting each other,” she says. “I’m not the best player, but the fellowship is wonderful, and I’m always meeting new people.” Booth plays with UKEphoria, a group taught by Janet Romine and Ron Relaford. The group meets once a week for lessons at Center 50+ and performs about twice a year. Their most recent performance was a library gig called “Fun in the Sun.” Both Romine and Relaford have music backgrounds.

Relaford, a long-time musician, taught at Weather’s Music for more than 20 years and played mandolin with the bluegrass group, Mollybloom. Romine taught music at SalemKeizer schools for years and now teaches at St. Vincent de Paul Elementary School and FACES PreSchool. For their Center 50+ classes, coming up on nine years, Relaford teaches Romine, who then presents the lessons to participants. “Ron is blind, and we are a teaching team,” Romine says. “He does all the

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demonstrations, tweaking and answers questions. He is the ‘expert’ and I ‘present.’ We teach beginning and intermediate strumming, and intermediate note-reading.” The Center 50+ ukulele classes will start again in mid-September. Classes run from 9:30 a.m. to about 1 p.m., depending on class size. “We only have tenor and baritones in this group,” Romine says of the instruments used. “We have one student with a bass uke.” Romine says she and Relaford love

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teaching people to play and read music, which helps to preserve mental acuity. “We want seniors to have a reason to get up and go in the morning,” she says. “We want seniors to have a fun place to socialize all the while challenging their brains to think and be active.” UKEphoria has played several times at the Oregon State Fair and at the State Capitol, the venue for the group’s next performance on Dec. 17 at the end of fall term. “It’s so wonderful to see how well they play,” she says of her students. “They’re so proud of what they do – and so are we.” In May, the ukulele program at the Salem Public Library began in partnership with the Ukulele Fans of Oregon (UFO) with the support of ABC Music. UFO donated six soprano ukuleles to kick off the program, along with kit bags, tuners and instruction books. Once checked out, the ukulele kits may be kept for three weeks, allowing potential participants a chance to learn how to play, if they wish. “All six ukes were checked out within two hours of when they were first made available,” says Ann Scheppke, reference librarian. “Four were checked out by adults and two by kids.” The group meets at the library from 1 to 3:30 p.m. the third Sunday of the month. “The first half hour of the meeting is a lesson, and the rest of the meeting is a strumalong jam,” Scheppke says of the group which is free to join and open to all.

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The first session of ukulele lessons at the Salem Public Library drew quite a crowd, many of them older adults. Below, UKEphoria players learn to play ukulele at Center 50+, and give two performances a year.

The ukulele program at the Salem Public Library has been such a resounding success that other libraries in the area are following suit. “Ukulele lending programs

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for Dallas and Woodburn public libraries will be up and running within the next four to six weeks,” says Doneille Chomiak, director of UFO. “We are working with three more libraries and will have their programs funded and up and running within the next four to five months.” Chomiak says the goal that was stated in the “Play Your Ukulele Day” proclamation signed by Gov. Kate Brown in May is to have a ukulele lending program in at least one library in each of the 36 counties in Oregon. “The UFOs are contacting libraries, but as the word spreads, we’re hearing from libraries from all over the state,” Chomiak says.. “It’s important to have a local ukulele group to help support the new ukulele players so the lending library will grow.” Chomiak says a lot goes

into building a lending program. “It takes a while to process the kits for lending, set up the kick off and public announcements, and get all the ducks in a row,” she says. “It’s a lot more than just handing out ukes.” Once the program has started, Chomiak says participants “get fun, time filled with laughter, new friends, and an expanded musical repertoire.” Everyone leaves the monthly UFO gathering feeling better than they came in, she says. “There is no expectation of how well you play the ukulele or sing.” At each gathering, Chomiak says UFO musical director Laurie Linn, who teaches classes for beginning and intermediate ukulele, leads the jam session along with Brian Skiles on soprano uke and Steve Yant on bass uke. Linn

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The Salem library has other programs of interest to seniors, including a monthly knitting group, a monthly coloring meet-up, and a weekly Scrabble club. For information on the ukulele group or any others, visit salemlibrary.org. For more information on UKEphoria, contact Janet at ukes@ukephoria.net. Ukulele Fans of Oregon, ukulelefansoforegon.com. plays a tenor uke, she adds. “The ukulele is the easiest instrument to play,” Chomiak says. “With knowing two chords, there are hundreds of songs you can play. With three chords, there are thousands. And anywhere you might travel, there will be a group gathering to play the ukulele.” ■

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Champoeg’s ‘kitchen garden’

The garden is a ‘stage’ to represent the Manson’s 1860s home

By MARY OWEN

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In the 1860s, gardening was “women’s work.” And like the rest of the women in those days, Felicité Manson was responsible for providing much of her family’s food. In her long dress and bonnet, she planted a kitchen garden behind her house with seeds brought on her family’s journey west. More than likely, Felicité grew vegetables to be eaten or stored for winter, herbs for medicines, and colorful flowers — mainstays of the typical 19th century garden. Produce grown and tended by the women augmented purchased staples such as meat, flour, sugar and coffee. Without the produce she raised, her family would have had to endure a bleak winter of limited foods, often causing poor nutrition and possibly failing appetites. Today, Manson’s kitchen garden is replicated behind the Visitor Center at Champoeg State Heritage Area and is open for inspection by park visitors who are entranced by the historic scenario above. “History is, of course, a primary aspect of the park,” says

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Champoeg State Heritage Area rangers have done their best to replicate the garden grown by Felicite and Donald Manson when they platted this land back in the late 1850s. The family was wealthy and could afford to grow a variety of plants and flowers, unlike many farmers around them. Kim Maley, the garden ranger for Champoeg. “There were several people involved over the past few decades to get the historic garden started and, as these things typically do, it has evolved ever since.” Maley says the park’s goal is to present a “stage” which represents the typical 1860s

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era from the emigrants’ point of view. “What they brought, what they planted, how they viewed and managed the land they now inhabited can all be represented to a large degree in the gardens they planted,” she says. “From the food crops to the flowers they chose to pest control methods, their worldview and what they deemed important is clearly illustrated. What a fun venue to examine the past.” Historical information provided by Champoeg reports that by the time Manson planted her first seeds, the Willamette Valley was completely claimed, towns were growing, and Oregon was a state. Donald Manson moved his family to Champoeg in 1857 to live out his retirement years as a farmer. Donald and Felicité then lived on a farm on what is now park land, and the barn behind the Visitor Center is their barn. “Similarly, as garden designs and practices would vary in different regions of the continent, we strive to stay authentic to what would have been present in the Willamette Valley in both crop choice and

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More beauty from Champoeg’s historic garden. design,” Maley says. “The Manson family whose homestead we are replicating to our best guess was a wealthy family and, as such, would have had a somewhat fancier garden than many of the emigrants in the area. The white picket fence, some more ‘expensive’

varieties – French fingerling potatoes for example – are part of our garden to portray the affluence, status, and access Donald and Felicité Manson would have enjoyed.” According to Champoeg’s historical reports, Donald Manson had been an officer

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with the Hudson’s Bay Company, which conducted agricultural experiments as part of its business, according to park history reports. Unlike the Mansons, who watered by hand after lugging water from a well or up from the creek, park rangers use hoses and sprinklers to keep crops going, and Maley says all the plants are heirloom varieties. “We collect our seeds for replanting and, when necessary, purchase heirloom seeds from reputable sources such as Seed Savers,” she says. “Though this is technically the Victorian Age, we do not have a Victorian garden as that would not likely have been the focus in this part of the world at that time.” Because apples are easy to grow, store and preserve, the Mansons also had an orchard approximately where the Visitor Center parking lot is today. Near the kitchen garden, the park has its own small orchard, with eight varieties of apples. Seldom-grown vegetables and flowers such as Salsify, Yellow Eckendorf Mangle Wurtzel Beets, Cardoon, Cupids Dart and Shoo-fly are among the unusual varieties found at the garden, which offers self-guided tours and hosts guided tours at 1 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday from the Fourth of July to Labor Day. “People may visit the garden any time the park is open,”

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While visiting the 1860s Kitchen Garden, stop in at the threshing barn and the Historic Butteville Store. For more information and a schedule of events, visit champoeg.org.

says Maley, who is there from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. “The focus is usually on food, and I enjoy pointing out that any of the items represent more of the emigrants than merely survival. It represents what they left behind, what they brought under dire circumstances such as comfort measures and reminders of their homes and family. ‘Mom always had Hollyhocks, so I brought Hollyhocks to plant in the new land’ is a common sentiment when reading personal accounts of the pioneers.” Maley conducts garden tours on Saturdays, and workdays are held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays for “any interested in getting their hands dirty.” Cooking demonstrations will start once produce is ready for harvest, she says. “We also bring produce into the campground, and visitors are welcome to try things and purchase, if desired,” Maley says. “We sell the seeds in the store as well.” ■

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■ An AARP program helps you work through life’s transitions By VANESSA SALVIA BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS

Imagine your life as a line drawing with a series of circles, or spirals. It starts with your birth and progresses to the oldest age you believe you will reach. The straight paths that the line follows are the points in your life which progressed relatively steadily. Some events trigger each circle, such as graduating high school and college, moving to take a job, marriage and childbirth. When you zoom in on each spiral, you see a plateau, or a time in your life when things are balanced. When a change is triggered, there is some sort of limbo period, or unsettled feelings of “in between.” Understanding past triggers and the future triggers that come with age are the basis for working through transitional periods and achieving new goals in life. Sound confusing? If so, that’s why AARP developed the Life Reimagined and Work Reimagined programs, and the associated “checkup” events held throughout the state. The spiral exercise is something guides use to help participants work through their life spiral and take the next steps, whether that step has to do with retiring, finances, new opportunities, family or relationships. “A lot of people are going through transitions and we find people saying, ‘What’s next for me?’ Like, a loss of a spouse, a new job,” says Michele Scheib, 44, an AARPtrained guide for the Life Reimagined program. “Life Reimagined brought together different entrepreneurs, life coaches and ‘thought leaders’ who think about transition and, through the research, developed simple tools that work, and they’re all put together in this booklet that we use for the checkups.” Scheib and Mary Grant, 75, met about a year ago when Scheib discovered the program. “It sounded really interesting,” Scheib says. “I had been on the website and had

read about the program in the AARP magazine and it clicked with me. They say it’s like a checkup for your life — you take your cats to the vet and you take your car to the mechanic and this is a checkup for your life. I’ve used this booklet myself … and we’ve seen the possibilities that can come out of the transition, and it’s positive.” Guides, who generally work in pairs, are trained by AARP and have familiarity with the resources. They assist in the checkup — essentially a group meeting to learn about the resources, and how to approach a transitional period in a more thoughtful way. “People can come together and talk about things,” Grant says. “The checkup is a chance to help people pause and reflect on their transition.” Bandana Shrestha, community engagement director at Oregon’s state AARP office in Clackamas, says the program was launched nationally in 2013 as a way to bring together the key thinkers on the subject of life transition. “One of the things we found out was as people get older, they’re reaching their 50s and 60s and saying, ‘I’m not done, I want to continue to do more,’” Shrestha says. “Traditional retirement is no longer valid. People are working and living differently nowadays so this idea of a new stage in life is something we’re seeing more and more of and Life Reimagined was the answer.” The transition into retirement is one change, but the tools offered by Life Reimagined can be used for approaching any challenge. “The guides are trained volunteers who work with people and help them think about their transition and grapple with it,” Shrestha says. “People can be dealing with career, money, health. People can do large goals or small goals. It’s a way to begin the conversation. It’s safe, it’s peer-to-peer, it’s a great opportunity to connect to others who are going through similar things.” The Eugene Public Library

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This spiral exericse helps in looking back at your life and seeing the events that caused life changes. hosted a checkup in May, and offers one about every six months. Though AARP targets the program at ages 50 and older, Life Reimagined is open

to all ages, and allows participants to work at their own pace. “What I am hearing from people is this idea of going

through this new stage in life seems to be really resonant,” Shrestha says. “People find it really meaningful. Aging looks different today. People have a lot to contribute and want to connect with other people to help them figure out what it looks like.” The program can help answer basic questions such as, “Where am I now and where do I want to be?” Once the answers to those questions are found, the next question becomes, ‘How do I get there?’ The program helps with the beginning and ending, and that there’s more than one path to the goal. “Our job is to get people to understand that they don’t have to be stuck,” Scheib says. “There are ways to imagine many things and select those that seem more important and most doable.” The life spiral drawing is an exercise that helps determine life patterns. It looks simple, but actually a lot of thought can go into understanding the big life changes. “When you sit down to do it you see patterns in your life,” Scheib says. “You look back on your life and think about what the trigger points were at different points in life and what caused changes. You begin to see patterns. If people can actually write down some of the things they wish for then they tend to strive towards it. It gets you thinking about your

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Mark and Kim Thackray didn’t just imagine riding a tandem bike across the United States; they did it. During their 35-year marriage the Corvallis couple has always ridden bikes, with their two sons or by themselves. In mid-June they biked to Seattle to visit relatives, stopping in Astoria on their way back home. They also recently spent 11 days touring southern Spain. Last year, the retired couple took about four months to ride a bit more than 4,000 miles from Virginia to Oregon, allowing them to more intimately view their travels. “Riding bikes allows us more flexibility in our journey,” Mark says. The flexibility lets the couple see more of an area. “If it’s cold and rainy we can just hang out. We can find a coffee shop and hang out meeting people and experi-

encing the atmosphere. It’s more of an adventure cycling. It allows us to smell the flowers and suffer from the heat. We meet more people and get a different perspective of the culture,” of each area. “It makes it easier to stop and see an amazing butterfly or wildlife or wildflowers,” Kim adds. “We don’t have to look around to find a place to park,” allowing us to experience nature and the sights more easily. “Once we were climbing a hill and a lady offered us water. It allowed us to get to know her and provided us with a delightful interaction.” The couple has biked all over Oregon and parts of Washington. Early in their married life, before kids, they biked the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Before they retired, they took vacations on bikes, often with their sons. Mark says riding a tandem allows them easy communication and the ability to ride

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■ A Corvallis couple spent four months biking east to west

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Kim and Mark Thackray stopped for a photo at one of two points in the Continental Divide — Hoosier Pass at 11,542 feet. together. “Tandem allows us to question and/or comment and provides better communication,” Mark says. “Kim can point things out to me and we are together so we don’t have to wait for the other one to catch up.” Their 4,000-mile U.S. trek began in May when they disassembled their tandem bike removing the rear rack, fenders and some pedals. They lowered the seats and twisted the handlebars in order to fit the bike into a box to ship it to Williamsburg, Virginia. They had decided to ride from east to west. This allowed them to start each journey early when the weather is cooler and to finish in early afternoon keeping the sun from blaring into their eyes. After planning, packing and

shipping, the couple began their trip in Virginia with “the traditional dip of the real (tandem) wheel in the water.” Their first stop was on June 20 at the Grace Episcopal Church guesthouse. The first 50 miles took the Thackrays from Revolutionary War scenes to the Civil War period moving through Virginia. Their trip led them to farm and fruit stands. They were biking through 90-degree temperatures. Their route took them through 10 states using 12 maps. Each map offers panels covering 30 miles. They rode about 45 miles daily allowing them to cross into Kentucky in early July. There they saw Lincoln’s birthplace and met a number of friendly people, including cyclists. By mid-July, the couple crossed the Ohio River into Illinois and did a few housekeeping chores such as bike maintenance and laundry. They had ridden 1,100 miles and completed about onefourth of their journey. In Chester, Ill., they crossed the Mississippi and moved west toward Missouri. The couple had crossed five states by Aug. 4 taking them through 2,206 miles and one tornado warning. Riding through the Ozark Mountains kept them on a roller coaster: riding up steep hills and sharply down the other side only to climb steeply again. Along the way they met a number of cyclists from various other states as well as Italy and Australia. In Kansas they passed through oil wells, soybean and wheat farms along with fields of cattle. They also toured an exotic animal farm with giraffes, kangaroos and ostriches. Plus, they went through Dodge City and

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By GRACE PETERSON MASTER GARDENER

As much as I love gardening and all it entails, it can be expensive. If I’m not careful I can spend my entire month’s salary on things for the garden. There’s always something vying for my dollars and it’s not just plants. There are the pots to grow them in, the potting soil to plant them in, the water and the fertilizer to keep them alive. It can really take a bite out of the budget. What’s a gardener to do? Over the years, I’ve come up with some cost-cutting tips for the garden. I thought I’d share them with you here. First and foremost, the plants: I usually buy smaller plants that are growing in the four-inch pots instead of the more expensive gallon-sized ones. This can save me several dollars per plant. Of course, smaller plants require a bit of patience but I’ve found that most will grow quickly in our climate and before long they’ll look as good, or even better than the bigger ones at the nursery.

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toured Boot Hill Cemetery. In Colorado, the Thackrays crossed their third mountain range, the Rockies, after the Appalachians and the Ozarks, hitting the highest point of their journey at Hoosier Pass at 11,542 feet. They crossed the Continental Divide twice at Hoosier Pass and again at the 9,683-foot Willow Creek Pass. Moving on, they reached Wyoming, which was the seventh of the 10 states they would ride through. They viewed the Grand Tetons and lots of prairies going over the same ground as pioneers taking the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer and California trails as well as Pony Express riders. Traveling into Montana they encountered heavy smoke from forest fires in Idaho. They even viewed the back roads of Wyoming’s Yellowstone Park. Another cycling couple told them they could rent a small car allowed on the park’s roads.

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A leaky concrete fountain found free on the roadside has been repurposed as a lovely planter.

I’m always on the lookout for a plant sale. During September and October, fall plant sales will be popping up again and it’s a great time to find gems at ridiculously cheap prices. I also check the bargain area at nurseries, variety stores and big box stores where I can “rescue” a sad, neglected or spent plant. I admit, this requires me to On Sept. 3, Mark and Kim rode into eastern Oregon on the Oregon Trail near Baker City where they took some time off due to frigid rain. On Sept. 12, they met their son Grant in Eugene for dinner. They finally reached the Pacific Ocean for a ceremonial dip of the front tire. Mark then lifted the bike over his head for tradition. Although they used their tandem for the cross-country trip, the couple has seven other bikes. They used to have two tandems, one for their sons to ride with them. Mark and Kim have lived in the Northwest most of their lives. Their married life began in Vancouver, Wash., where he worked for HewlettPackard. They moved to Barcelona, Spain, again working for HP, finally moving to Corvallis about 15 years ago. Kim worked part time in the chemistry department at Oregon State University. She also has worked at the Soup Cycle where she organized soups and salads for delivery and managed a Thursday delivery route. ■

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be very selective. Often the plants are not worth the effort and time it would take to bring them back to their former glory. However, sometimes I can find a real treasure. For example, recently I spied a shelf of Dianthus (Pinks) that looked fine other than having spent blooms. I purchased two, brought them

home, deadheaded them and they look great. Of course, sharing/swapping plants with fellow gardeners is the best way to get more plants. You can learn first-hand how the plant grows and what its needs are. I purchase just about all my pots at thrift stores, the Habitat ReStore and garage sales. But even if you prefer expensive ceramic pots, you can find special deals in the fall when stores want to get rid of their stock before winter. If you have a pickup truck, purchasing potting soil, mulch and gravel by the truckload is much cheaper than buying it by the bag. Of course it takes a wheelbarrow, a strong back and a few ibuprofen afterward, but it’s worth it. Garden art doesn’t have to be expensive. I’m always on the lookout for a cool rock or unique piece of driftwood that needs “rescuing.” Of course I only take things where it’s appropriate to do so, never veering into private property. The beach and river-

sides are great places to find something special that may have washed up. Finally, I’m never too proud to accept a roadside freebie. I admit, usually I drive right past those “free” signs. Last year, however, I scored big time when I stopped for a free, four-tiered cement fountain. You should have seen me struggling to get each heavy piece, including the pedestal, into the car. But I wasn’t about to turn down such a treasure. When I got it home, I discovered that the bottom bowl had sprung a leak, which is, I assume, why they were getting rid of it. But a leaky cement bowl is perfect for growing plants! I set it on its pedestal, filled it with potting soil and planted a small groundcover and ferns. The middle bowl and top of the fountain are repurposed in other areas of the garden. I’ll always be grateful to the generous former owners who knew someone would gladly accept their cast-off. ■

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you might want to make changes in some way. Then you explore what that option would entail. What would I need to do it, and who can help me with it?” The next move is into the Connect sphere. She says after choosing a path, people may need to “repack” a bit. In other words, “If I do this what does it mean for that,” she explains. “If I say I will do X, how will that affect people around me, or will it? Then you reassess. You can move on once you’ve considered all the possibilities and what might be complicating factors.” AARP still is accepting vol-

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vision for the future so you can move toward it.” Grant appreciates that the tools are there to help you look at possibilities from all sides. A circle made of smaller circles labeled with “Reflect,” “Connect,” “Explore,” Choose,” “Repack” and “Act” is a tool designed to see where possibilities might lead. “The sphere represents the different actions that you would take,” Grant says. “You might want to start by reflecting on where you are and when

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Life Reimagined lifereimagined.org

Oregon AARP resources aarp.org/or unteer guides of all ages. There are other programs available that always rely on volunteering, such as the Fraud Watch program, which Scheib has joined. Because the program is so new, neither the guides nor the AARP are tracking the results of the Life Reimagined program. But Scheib says it would be nice to hear

the outcomes at future meetings, if participants are willing. Both, though, have seen positive results from it. Grant’s 80-year-old partner was not part of the Life Reimagined program, but he found himself in a situation where a long-term goal had not panned out. She says he didn’t really seem like he had been paying attention to the Life Reimagined process, but he began using the tools to explore a new possibility. He had been hoping to place his lifelong collection of antique tools and knives in a museum, but when that did not come to pass, he readjust-

ed and now rents some space where they are displayed and sold. “For him to have made this commitment is a huge deal,” she says. “I don’t know how directly this work affected him but certainly I was able to slip him some tools or at least provide some support.” “When I’m thinking about my life I think about the circle,” Scheib says. “I definitely have been in the explorer stage. I’m not ready to choose yet, but I definitely use this language. And I think in the repack stage, ‘Is this really what I want to do? What will I have to give up?’ I use it all the time.” ■

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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • AUGUST 2016 Silverton Senior Center trip: 20 Spirit Mountain Casino and Grand Ronde Pow Wow, 10 a.m. $10.

July 27 Screening of “An American Ascent,” 7 to 8:30 p.m., Hudson Hall, Willamette University, 900 State St., Salem. $5. 503-391-4145.

Oregon Garden, Silverton. $4/$3. 503-873-3093.

Paws for the Cause, dog wash and canned food drive, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Stayton Veterinary Hospital, 1308 N. First Ave., Stayton. Staytonveterinary.com.

July 28 (through Aug. 27) “Where There’s a Will, There’s a Relative,” 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday; 2 p.m. Aug. 14, Theatre West, 3536 SE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. $14/$12. 541-9945663. July 30 Santiam SummerFest, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., downtown Stayton. 503769-3463.

Scrabble Club, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Plaza Room, Salem Public Library.

“The Lorax,” 8:45 p.m., Riverfront Park Amphitheater, 101 Front St. NE, Salem. Salemmoviesinthepark.com.

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(through Aug. 7) Sizzling Summer Extravaganza Event, seven prize packages for one raffle. $1 or seven for $5, Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.

Talk and Stroll, Salem’s Tree Legacy, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem.

Midnight Serenaders, hot jazz/swing concert, 6:30 p.m., Library Park, Woodburn.

“Native Americans and the River,” by Travis Smith, 7 p.m., Salem’s Riverfront Park, 200 Water St. NE, Salem. Free. Books for Dessert: “Brooklyn” by Colm Toibin, 7 p.m., Anderson Room A, Salem Public Library.

Visions Support Group, 2 to 3Salem.New 3:30 p.m., 680 State St., Suite 110, 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills.com.

Sunsets in the Garden, 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, through Sept. 7, The Oregon Garden, Silverton. $12/$10.

Movies in the Garden: A Jim Carrey feature, starting at dusk, The Oregon Garden, Silverton. $4/$3.

(through Aug. 7) Homer Davenport Community Festival, Silverton City Park.

Diabetes in Balance, 2 p.m., 1274 Cunningham Lane S., Salem. Sugarsmart.org for topic. 503-5851335.

Away Trio, 9p.m.,Carried jazz/blues/Motown concert, 6:30 Library Park, Woodburn.

Singles Dine Out Club, 6 p.m. The Water Mountain Restaurant, 1397 S. Water St., Silverton.

Silverton Senior Center trip: Polk County Fair. $5. 503-873-3093.

Movies in the Garden: “Bridesmaids,” starting at dusk, The Oregon Garden, Silverton. $4/$3.

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Willamette Valley Genealogical 13 Society, “From Native American to Scottish: The Journey to

Find My First Parents,” 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Anderson Room A, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. 503-3630880.

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concert, 6:30 p.m., Woodburn.

Shared Visions Support Group, 17 2 to 3:30 p.m., 680 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills.com.

Books for Lunch: “The Museum of Extraordinary Things,” by Alice Hoffman, noon, Anderson Room A, Salem Public Library.

Diabetes Day-2-Day, 3 p.m., West Valley Hospital, Dallas. Sugarsmart.org for topic. 503-585-1335. Tuna Fishery Day, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Oregon Coast Aquarium, 2820 SE Ferry Slip Road, Newport. $22.95.

“Stories from Oregon’s Lookout History,” by Cheryl Hill, 11:30 a.m., Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 Wilson River Hwy., Tillamook. 866-930-4646. Concert on the Grass: Rose in 21 the Heather (Irish folk), 4 p.m., Newell Pioneer Village, 8089

Champoeg Road NE, St. Paul. 503-6785537.

Free legal advice for ages 60 25 and older, by Phil Kelley, attorney at law, by appointment, Silverton Senior Center. 503-873-3093.

Diabetes Support, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 770 Chemeketa St. NE, Salem. Sugarsmart.org for topic. 503-585-1335. Movies in the Garden: “Shrek,” starting at dusk, The Oregon Garden, Silverton. $4/$3.

5/10K Historic Salem walk, 27 sponsored by Willamette Wanderers, register between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Salem Saturday Market, 899 Marion St. NE, Salem. 541-9673001.

Rediscovering Coloring - A Coloring Club for GrownUps, 2 to 4 p.m., Heritage Room, Salem Public Library.

“Star Wars (The Force Awakens,)” 8:15 p.m., Riverfront Park Amphitheater, 101 Front St. NE, Salem. Salemmoviesinthepark.com.

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The definition of “Balance” according to Powered by Oxford Dictionaries©, Oxford University Press. Translation by Bing Translator “an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady” “stability of one’s mind or feelings: “the way to some kind of peace and personal balance” “try to keep a balance between work and relaxation” “establish equal or appropriate proportions of elements in: “balancing work and family life” Finding balance in our lives is an ongoing growing and ever changing experience. Our hope at Center 50+ is to provide encouragement and special programming which encourages a balanced lifestyle and provides tools to support healthy habits and life choices. During the month of September as we celebrate Center 50+ Month in the spirit of the National Institute of Senior Centers Theme “Finding Balance at Your Center,” we want to show case programming here at the Center which further promotes this philosophy. Thank you Ed Clark Insurance for making this possible. Sept. 6: Welcome Back 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast, Class Registrations, Door Prizes. (free) Sept. 8: Food Truck Rally! “Keep on Truckin’”,10 variety food trucks, 4 hours of fantastic music, wine/beer, raffles. No admission fee. Food for sale Sept. 12, (noon): Planned Giving Luncheon. Noon (free with reservation) Willamette Estate Planning Sept. 12, (10 a.m.-12 p.m.): Lecture Find Balance in Your Life—$5/ Register. Taught by Joan Manuel. Sept. 19, 10 a.m.: Anti-Fraud Lecture Justice Department; Oregon Attorney General Ellen F. Rosenblum will be speaking. (RSVP) Sept. 20/27, Oct. 4/11, 1 p.m.: Who Am I Really? And What do I do when I find out $40(four sessions) Taught by Mary Hall. Sept. 27, 1 p.m.: Healthy Living Lecture: Matter of Balance. Health Educator Nancy Baldwin will lead the topic of balance exercises and the importance they have on fall reduction. Join Nancy in this exciting opportunity to gain knowledge on fall prevention and walk away with a great list of take home exercises. Tuesday, Sept. 27, RSVP to the Health & Wellness Center 503-588-6303. Sept. 28: Bingo Party and Spaghetti Feed 5 p.m. Dinner $9 (6:30 p.m.) Bingo $10 (10 games) $1 for warmups and blackouts.

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It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Fit!

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance

At Center 50+ we are focusing on the theme of balance, so during September and October you will notice classes and lectures throughout the building centering around the idea of balance. In the Fitness Center we are looking at the physical aspect of balance and fall prevention. Many of you have heard of the incredible benefits of the Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance program. Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is a program developed by a team of researchers at the Oregon Research Institute which was designed to improve balance and reduce the likelihood of falling. This program uses 8 of the 24 forms of traditional Yang-style Tai Chi and progresses from easy to difficult. Research has shown that students who complete the 12-week program are 50% less likely to fall and are less apprehensive of falling. Beginning in October, Center 50+ is offering Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance at a special rate. Cost: 24 sessions/$24 paid in full at the time of registration. When you complete 80% of the 24 sessions you will receive $20 back in Center 50+ bucks. The Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance session will run Oct.25-Dec. 22; Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Please call the Health & Wellness Center, 503-588-6303 with any questions.

Massage Therapy at Center 50+

Please help us welcome our new Massage Therapist Kathleen Hauptman (LMT #5531) Kathleen brings to Center 50+ over 20 years of massage experience and provides a relaxing table massage experience. In addition to the obvious benefits of stress reduction, massage also helps to increase circula-

tion and joint mobility, enhance immunity and alleviate low back pain, and leaves you with an overall feeling of relief. Kathleen offers Swedish massage, a relaxing spa massage and reflexology. Kathleen is available: Mondays & Thursday: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Tuesdays: 1-4 p.m.; Wednesdays: 9-11:30 a.m. Cost: $1 per minute or $40 for an hour (Spa & Swedish Massage). Reflexology Cost: 30 min/$20 or 45 min/$30. Make an appointment today 503-588-6303.

Nail Care & Haircuts at Center 50+

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 503-588-6303.

Breast Cancer Support Group

Welcoming all women newly diagnosed, recovering from, living with or beyond breast cancer. Second & Fourth Wednesdays from 5:30-7 p.m. at Center 50+. For more information contact Medical Foundation of Marion & Polk Counties, 503-362-9669, discoverpink@mpmedicalfoundation.org

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Life Long Learning

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 & 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, Aug. 20, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cost $3 per session plus any cost for wood. Evening Woodcarving conducted by Dave Disselbrett. This ongoing class will offer carvers the chance to work on existing projects or do a scheduled project, or carvers choice. Every Monday, 6:45–8:45 p.m. Cost $5 per class. “Judy Rocks” - Art Painting Class. Judy started painting rocks as a hobby, but it grew into a deeper activity of fun and personal relaxation. Join her for an easy and fun class, use your own creativity to make your own design or follow some of her examples. Participants will leave class with 2 painted rocks and final instructions, for a varnishing step, that can be completed at home. Class date: Tuesday, August 9 Time: 1-3:30 p.m. Class cost: $7, which covers cost of 1 brush set (includes recommended brush # 2 or 3) and other necessary craft supplies. Additional brush is needed for this class and students are responsible to bring a number 5/0 paint brush to class. Summer Jewelry Beading Class with Ms. Carla. All levels welcome, teaching beginner basics to helping with individual projects. It is easy to do and you can go at your own pace, making beautiful pieces of jewelry: bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Class dates: Tuesdays, Aug. 2 & 16. Time: 112 p.m. Class fee: $7. Floral Arranging Class. Salem florist owner, Maria Palacio, will teach you basic floral arranging techniques and students will go home with a vase of summer roses and a special gift mug to give to a

friend. Students must bring own gardener clippers. Class cost: $5. Additional floral supplies: $12. Class date: Tuesday, Aug. 9. Class time: 10-11:30 a.m. Triple-A Pencil Drawing Class - “AntiAlzheimer-Activity”. New Class Dates: First and Third Mondays of every month. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Cost: $6 each class. Around the Garden with the OSU Marion County Master Gardeners. Don’t miss this summer class. Date: Aug. 2, “Fall Care for Annuals, Perennials and Bulbs. Fall lawn care. Fruit and vegetables. Clean out and clean up and prepare for next year’s garden. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $7. Personal Enrichment Paleo Wraps: Breaking the Bread Habit. Are you stuck in your lunchtime rut? Come join Cheryl O’Dell from Natural Grocers and learn how to break the bread habit with a delicious Paleo lettuce wrap instead. Learn how easy it is to turn your lunchtime staple sandwich into a healthy Paleo dish. Date: Wednesday, Aug. 3, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Class cost: $3. Find Balance In YOUR Life. “Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of Balance, order, rhythm and harmony,” as stated by Thomas Merton. Class conducted by personal enrichment instructor, Joan Manuel, who will help you check in with yourself to see if you are internally (Mind, Heart, Health) and externally (Work, Social, Family, Fun) balanced. Class Date: Monday, Sept. 12. Class Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Class cost: $5 Meditation Class with Mary Hall. Meditation, or mindfulness training, can be an effective path to help us meet our physical, mental and emotional needs, and to achieve peace, calm and some sense of inner power when things in the outer world seem chaotic and out of control. This workshop is a very brief introduction to some time-tested techniques that may help us achieve the sense of unity of being within ourselves and with the world around us. Class dates: Mondays, Aug. 1 & 8. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Class fee: $15 for one class or $25 for

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both. Language Wow, the Waiter and Your Friends - Spanish Pronunciation Course - Open to All. Come learn and have fun with others who want to simply dine at a Mexican restaurant and say…”Molcajete,” “Arroz Con Pollo” or “Chiaquiles con Huevos” with confidence and with all the proper rolls of the Rrrr’s ? In the first class, Instructor Hugh West will teach you useful restaurant phrases and have you practice pronunciation using a Mexican menu. For the 2nd class date, this class will walk to a local Mexican restaurant for dinner out! Two dates: Tuesday, Aug. 9 and Aug. 16; 6-8:30 p.m.. 2-class cost: $15 and additional separate cost of your meal. Who am I—- Really? And What Should I do When I Find Out? “YAAAAY!” I’m retired! I can finally do what I want, when I want…so why don’t I feel more joyful about it, more fulfilled? This series will encourage each participant to channel their intelligence and experience into creative outlets that satisfy the need for achievement, create a sense of belonging, and realize that it’s time to learn more about who we really are and to run with it! Mary Lynn Hall, MA, LPC, has been a psychological counselor for nearly 50 years. She has specialties in crisis intervention, family therapy, anxiety disorders, suicide/depression, and grief. Four class dates: Tuesday, Sept. 20 & 27, Oct. 4 & 11. Class times: 1-3:30 p.m. Class fee: $40 for four classes. Handwriting Analysis: Understanding the Personality through the Study of Cursive Writing. Presented by Bill Hruska & Suzanne Braizier. Handwriting analysis or graphology is the study of the cursive handwriting of an individual. It can reveal personality traits that are helpful in better understanding ourselves and the others in our world. Come and explore this fascinating science as we look together at the trials that are exposed in letters, strokes, and line arrangement. Class date: Monday, Sept. 26. Class time: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Class cost: Free.

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Community Services

Respite Programs: Exciting things are happening!

The Among Friends Respite Program continues to be an exciting place to be! Participants look forward to spending time with friends while caregivers take a few deep breaths to rejuvenate for a few hours. You may ask, “Who are some of our caregivers?” They are people who take on the responsibility of caring for a parent after their spouse has passed away and only then realize their parent has dementia; they are a son whose wife has a sister with dementia and has no other family to help care for her; they are a neighbor whose husband has started wandering around the neighborhood getting lost. Most caregivers take on responsibilities slowly as dementia progresses. Others suddenly find themselves providing care without any prior experience. Caregivers are special people who are compassionate, caring, and want the best for those they love. Successful caregivers attend education to learn about Alzheimer’s disease and attend support groups to find common bonds with others in similar situations. Center 50+ offers caregivers a place where they can come for respite, resources, activities, and friendship. Mix all these ingredients together and find a caregiver who realizes that not only are they happier, but their loved one is happier and healthier! We are making a difference in people’s lives. Yes, exciting things are happening! Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Senior One Source, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.

Understanding Alzheimer’s disease: Is it Alzheimer’s? Other dementia?

Come and learn the basics and latest information on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia on Monday, Sept. 19, 2 to 4 p.m. Topics covered include: risk factors, how a diagnosis is made, stages and symptoms, and current treatments. This free educational seminar is for unpaid family caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and those interested in learning more about dementia. Presented by Mary K. Miller, ARNP BC CWCN. 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, Senior One Source, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.

Savvy Caregiver Program: Real Help for Family Caregivers

The Savvy Caregiver Program is a six session workshop that offers real help to families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The program will give caregivers an understanding of changes in their loved one, tips on how to provide the best care, coping skills for the stages of dementia, facts about the progression of dementia, and an opportunity to join with other caregivers to support one another. Classes will be on Wednesdays, Sept. 14, 21, 28 and Oct. 5, 12, 19, from 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. The classes are free and open to unpaid family caregivers and Veterans. Call 503-588-6303 to Register. Class size is limited and fills up quickly. Thank you to the Portland Veteran’s Administration for partnering with Center 50+ to offer this Caregiver Education Series. Sponsored by Among Friends Adult Day Respite and Time With Friends Programs with additional support from NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Senior One Source, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.

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August Birthday Party!

End of Summer Last Bash Linedance Two hours to dance your legs off to vines, heel hooks, shuffles, etc., to your favorite tunes & perhaps something new ! No partners required. “Walk thrus” will be done before start of each dance. See y’all there! August 17 • Center 50+ Auditorium, 5-7 p.m. COST: $5 per person INSTRUCTOR: Colleen Roberts-Witt

Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the monthly birthdays on the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday, August19 we will begin serving cake. If it is your birthday in August, 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.

Weave your own wool rug A one-day experience. It’s washable! $60: Includes all materials! Pick your own colors! Class size limited to four people at $60 each. Rug size approx. to 2-1/2 x 4-1/2 Reservations: 541-764-3997 • Just 3 Miles N. of Depoe Bay

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(Awesome Community Team) “I BELIEVE THAT ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO LEARN IN LIFE IS THAT YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE OR WHERE YOU LIVE.” This is a quote and it is so true of the Center 50+ ACT Now members. Anyone can be a part of Act Now just by contacting Karen Randall, Volunteer Coordinator at Center 50+ 503-588-6303. This group has fun out in the community helping with one day events and projects throughout the Salem and extended community. Some of our events that are on the 2016 calendar or have already occurred are: Aurora Strawberry Social and Wine and Jewelry Event; WARBIRDS at the McNary Airport; Awesome 3000 for Salem-Keizer Education Foundation; Safe Families for Children Beautify Work Party; 2 Events at the Willamette Heritage Center; Bridgeway Run for Recovery; Literacy Night at Washington Elementary School; Center 50+ Burger Bash, Food Truck Rally, National Night Out Neighborhood Block Party. There are more, so come join the fun at Center 50+.

It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Smart Tech 50+

Tech 50+ will have a lot of new things this coming summer and fall. We will have new computers, new classes, a new sign-in procedure, new headsets with microphones, lower black and white printing costs 10¢, color printing for $1 and a new $1 daily lab use fee to name a few. Lab Fee: First of all let’s save you some money. If you plan on coming into the lab at least 10 times you can buy “Center 50+ Bucks.” For $10 you can buy $25 worth of Center Bucks. The new lab fee is expected to take effect on July 15. When using the Tech50+ Computer Lab you will be able to return the same day at no charge. Classes: Expect new classes to come starting this fall. This summer the Tech 50+ instructors are getting together and thinking up new classes. The plan is to keep our core of Basic classes, then add new fun classes. A few of the classes currently being developed are Learning to talk to your computer, Writing your story, and computer games. The pricing will remain the same. Tech 50+ taught classes will range from $2.50$5 per hour. Retakes will continue to be $5. You will be able to retake the class as many times as it is offered within one academic year of taking the initial class. (Additional fees may apply if requesting new materials). We hope to add many more classes. Tech 50+ is in need of volunteers with basic computing skills who are good at working with people, willing to learn and able pass that knowledge on to others. Tech 50+ would like to tank Atrio Health plans for their continued support.

City View

Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium

Family owned & operated since 1893

The goal at City View is to make your final arrangements as affordable & dignified as possible. We want you to be aware of the benefits pre-planning can provide. Our totally redesigned website provides practical information to consider when you begin this pre-planning process. Our staff is available wherever and whenever we are needed.

www.cityviewfh.com 503-363-8652 390 Hoyt St S

Above Historic Pioneer Cemetery

On Call 24 Hours

NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • AUGUST 2016 14 MARION-POLK/COAST EDITION ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS D AUGUST 2016 Monday 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

Tuesday 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

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

Wednesday 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 August Mon, Aug. 1:

Four Seasons, 7 p.m.

Wed, Aug. 3, 10: & 17 Fri, Aug. 5 & 19:

Sunrise Rotary, 7 a.m.

Thursday

Spanish Club, 2 p.m.

Tues, Aug. 9: Thurs, Aug. 11:

Angler’s Club, 6:30 p.m. Lapidary Club, 9 a.m.; Woodturners, 6 p.m. Garden Club Board, 7 p.m.

Tues, Aug. 16:

Needlepoint, 12:30 p.m.

Center 50+ hosts National Night Out Event - August 2

Join others at a community block party at Center 50+ (2615 Portland Rd.) on Aug. 2 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Center will serve free popcorn, hot dogs and ice cream. Army National Guard and other community services such as Fire and Police will be visiting during the event. This event is open to all seniors and surrounding neighbors. This is a great time to connect and get to know your neighbors. Any musical groups interested in playing during the event (free of charge) or other community groups wishing to have a table display can contact Marilyn at 503-5886303. Look forward to seeing everyone there and getting to know you better.

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.

✷ AUGUST LUNCH MENU ✷

Monday 1: Tuesday 2: Wednesday 3: Thursday 4: Friday 5:

Chicken Salad Ham or Turkey Chicken Stir-Fry Meatloaf Chicken Parmesan

Monday 8: Tuesday 9: Wednesday 10: Thursday 11: Friday 12:

½ Turkey Pesto Sandwich Chicken Casserole Chili Con Carne Lasagna Baked Fish or Chicken

Monday 15: Tuesday 16: Wednesday 17: Thursday 18:

50+ Cheese Ravioli Herb Roasted Chicken Beef Burgundy Chicken Enchiladas

Monday, Aug. 22 – Monday, Sept. 5: CLOSED FOR MAINTANANCE All meals are subject to change

☛ BINGO & SPAGHETTI DINNER

Join us for a fundraising event to purchase new printers and equipment for Center 50+ Computer Lab on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Dinner will be served from 5-6 p.m., tickets purchased in advance at Center 50+. Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Bingo packets $10 for a six-on pack of 10 games. Warm-ups and Black-out $1 each. Additional games will be available for purchase. *Must be 18 or older to play Bingo. Live music by The Center Mass String Quartet. For more information, call 503-588-6303. Thanks to our sponsor: Wilson House and Tech 50+.

TRIPS AHOY!

for these special seminars

• Aug. 15-19: “Boot Camp for the Brain.” Stop by the Travel Desk and pick up a flier; includes motorcoach, 2 nights lodging (Oregon Coast & Bend), all entry fees, classes, pt evaluation, 3 breakfast, 3 dinners, and 2 lunches. • Wednesday, Sept. 7: “Landmarks of the Gorge” Sternwheeler, cost $135 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, 5-hour boat trip and 2 meals). Waiting list only • Nov. 15: Celtic Thunder “Legacy” 2016 Tour at Keller Auditorium, cost $110 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, and admission). $60 due at registration. • Dec. 6: Clackamas Mall & The Grotto Christmas Festival of Lights, cost $47 TRAVEL PRESENTATION on Sept. 8, 10 a.m. for the Heritage of America scheduled for April 1-10, 2017 and Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice scheduled for July 16-24, 2017. EXTENDED TRIP FOR 2016 & 2017 • Highlights of Canyonlands, Oct. 3–11, 2016; 9 days from Las Vegas to Las Vegas. • San Antonio Holiday, Nov. 30-Dec. 4, 2016 • Heritage of America, April 1-10, 2017 • Great Trains & Grand Canyons, May 7, 2017; 6 days • Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice, July 16-24, 2017 • Shades of Ireland, Sept. 6-15, 2017 • Branson, Memphis & Nashville, Oct. 25, 2017; 9 days 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.

Tuesday, Aug. 9, 10 a.m.: Kaiser Permanente Friday, Aug. 12, 1 p.m.: Atrio, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thursday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m.: Medicare 101, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thursday, Aug. 18, 1 p.m.: Regence, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance

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. * Aug 8 & 11, 1 p.m. * Sept 12 & 15, 1 p.m. * Sept 19 & 22, 5 p.m.

JOIN US AT THE MOVIES!

Center 50+ provides a movie and popcorn the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. Is there a movie you’d like to see? We take movie requests! Movies are shown at 1:15 p.m. Monthly Movie - Wednesday, Aug.10: “Mamma Mia,” starring Meryl Streep. Classic Movie Day – No showing Maintenance Closure. 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 Center 50+ meets the legal requirement set forth by the Motion Picture Industry. As a licensed organization the senior center has permission from the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation (MPLC) to provide public showings of movies/videos.

SAVE-THE-DATE

DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM

BRAIN TEASER.....

One snowy night, Sherlock Holmes was in his house sitting by the fire. All of a sudden a snowball crashed through his window, breaking it. Holmes got up and looked out the window just in time to see three neighborhood kids who were brothers run around a corner. Their names were John Crimson, Mark Crimson and Paul Crimson. The next day Holmes found a note on his door that read, “? Crimson. He broke your window.” Which of the three Crimson brothers should Sherlock Holmes question about the incident? Answer on the bottom of page 15....No peeking!!!

Monmouth Senior Center continues expansion project AUGUST 2016 • www.nwboomerandseniornews.com

Monmouth Senior Community Center’s building expansion had its groundbreaking on June 1. Among those who attended were Monmouth Mayor John Oberst; city councilors; Jane Honbeck, project manager and architect; Mark Fancey, Monmouth city planner; and Rob Winningham, WOU professor. The project is expected to be completed in mid-October. Local artist Barbara Dimattio leads a new photography group, which meets at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 5. The class will discuss angles, shadows, lighting, and other techniques to improve your photography. An Aug.

20 field trip to a farm in Kings Valley will gave class members a chance to practice. An AARP Defensive Driving class meets Aug. 18 at the Monmouth Senior Center. Call the office to register. Cost is $15/$20, payable at the class. A free Chronic Pain Workshop will give practical skills for living with chronic pain, from 1 to 3:30 Wednesdays, Aug. 24 to Sept. 28, at the center. The workshop will include self-management skills, including the Moving Easy exercise program which incorporates gentle flexibility and strength training

SOCIAL SECURITY You can still file and suspend, even with these changes By KIMBERLY HERRMANN SOCIAL SECURITY PUBLIC AFFAIRS

You probably have heard that changes in the law now affect the way you file for certain benefits. These changes place limits on when voluntary suspension and reinstatement can begin for you and your family members who might also be entitled to benefits on that

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moves. Call 503-838-5678 for more information. The American Lung Association and WVP Health Authority are teaming together to provide a smoking cessation program for those who want to overcome a tobacco addiction. The group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tues-days, beginning Sept. 13. This small group setting will be a fun and interactive environment; workbook and other informative materials provided. Call the center to register. Day trips for August include a Mystery Picnic (Aug. 18), Lan Su Chinese Gardens/Shangai Tunnels in

record. This is not the demise of “file and suspend.” It’s still one of your best tools for boosting your Social Security benefit after you reach your full retirement age. The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 made changes to the Social Security claims filed by married couples. The law affected an unintended loophole primarily used by married couples to gain more money. If you’re full retirement age or older and apply for Social Security retirement benefits, you can suspend your benefits for any amount of time up to age 70. You may do this to earn “delayed retirement credits,” which

Portland (Aug. 24), antique shopping (Aug. 30). Upcoming trips in September include the Oregon State Hospital Museum and Oregon Zoo.

Ongoing programs Hymn sing with Kevin and Candi Hughes continues at 6:30 p.m. the third Thursday. If you love singing the old hymns this is for you. Hymnals are provided and requests are taken. Walk With Ease program has started and others are still welcome to attend. The class has a book, provides information on nutrition, stretching, how to

result in a higher benefit payment when you turn 70 or when you request reinstatement of benefits, whichever comes first. Under the new law, when you submit a request to suspend your benefits to earn delayed retirement credits on or after April 30, you will no longer be able to receive spouse’s or widow(er)’s benefits during this voluntary delay period. In addition, if you suspend your benefit, any benefits payable to your spouse and children on your record (except for a divorced spouse) will also be suspended for the same time period. There is an exception. A request

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work, and even gives you someone to walk with. If you have wanted to start walking and didn’t think you could this would be a great encouragement. It can start by walking a block or across town. It will be up to you. A free Weight Loss Support Group meets at 4 p.m. Wednesday, led by Sherry Hee, former weight loss coach for Kaiser Permanente. Coffee and Conversation meets at 10:15 a.m. the third Monday. Donuts provided by AmVets 1776 and all are welcome. This is for all seniors or veterans. No charge. ■

for voluntary suspension will not suspend a divorced spouse’s benefit. Also, your divorced spouse can receive benefits on your record during this voluntary delay period. Remember, you can still plan and make the most of your retirement benefit by filing and suspending. These new rules don’t prevent you from doing what’s best for you and your family. We have a wealth of retirement information at socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire. For more information and answer to your questions about these changes in the law, go to socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire/claimin g.html. ■

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We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Surfwood Manor, 4545 SW Hwy 101, Lincoln City, 541-996-3477. 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. Briarwood Manor, 643 Manbrin, Keizer, OR 97303, 503-981-8614.

LINCOLN CITY OCEAN FRONT, fantastic view, fireplace, TV/VCR/ DVD, 2 bdrms, kit/ dishwasher, no smoking, no pets. Very HUD SUBSIDIZED UNcomfortable. 503-843ITS for senior citizens 3157. Email: holton@62 or older, disabled macnet.com. and/or handicapped, available at this time. Units for Rent We are committed to providing equal housHUD SUBSIDIZED UNing opportunities. All ITS for senior citizens utilities paid. Glen62 or older, disabled wood Manor, 1687 NW and/or handicapped, Division St., Corvallis. available at this time. 541-753-3408.

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. Millwood Manor, 2550 14th Ave SE, Albany. 541-9282545.

18 Help Wanted INBOUND CALLS FROM HOME. A U.S. Biotech Co. is looking to fill a position to take inbound calls from home. Must be self motivated. Set your own schedule but 5 hours per week is mimimum requirement. For more information call 503-2994095.

30 For Sale JAZZY SELECT ELITE ECLECTRIC wheelchair. Capacity 300#’s, maximum speed 4 mph. Battery charge 15 miles. Asking $1600 firm. Call 503-5811484.

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those in need. Paying up to $40 per box. Free pickup! Call Sharon, FOR SALE: CEMETERY 503-679-3605. LOTS, 1 & 2, section 103, block 8 and lots MUSICAL INSTRUM1-6, section 102, block ENTS WANTED. Port8. Belcrest Cemetery. land Music Co. always New they sell for buying! Reputable $3995; our price since 1927. Free app$2000 each. Contact raisals. 531 SE M.L.K. Linda Thomas-Bush, Blvd. Ask for Doug. U.S. Bank at 541-465503-226-3719. 4120. BELCREST PREMIUM MEMORIAL, LOT #6, new section 123, block 19. Asking $3500, includes $295 transfer fee. Call 503-5811484. SALEM-BELCREST TWO PLOTS in older scetion. $2000 each. (Save hundreds of dollars!!). 559-816-3200.

photographs, tickets, programs, Pacific Coast League, etc. Alan, 503-481-0719.

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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 503378-4621.

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BRAIN TEASER Answer: “?” = question MARK, so the note on the door reads “Question Mark Crimson. He broke your window.”

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