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■ Local artists have a secret, and it’s yours to keep — if you can find it

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Dee Anna Morgan has been an arts and crafts gal as far back as she can remember. “We are neighbors with Jessica Ramey, and one day she sent me a Facebook invite to ‘like’ the Free Art Friday page,” says Morgan, who lives with her husband Hugh in South Salem. Both worked for the state of Oregon and are now empty nesters, so with Ramey’s invite and time on her hands, Morgan got busy creating art to be dropped off somewhere in Salem each Friday for an unsuspecting person to find and keep. “It’s fun looking for new and creative drop sites, imagining someone’s surprise, reading the occasional ‘I found it,’ on the Facebook page,” says Morgan, who started leaving her handcrafted “treasures” around town about a year ago. Ramey says, “If you like scavenger hunts and you like art, or if you like making art to share, Free Art Friday is for you. The idea is simple: An artist creates a piece of art, hides it in town, takes a photo as a clue and posts it to our Facebook page. Anyone who finds it keeps it for free — no strings attached.”

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Dee Anna Morgan, shown here with husband Hugh Morgan, loves arts and crafts, and has been active in the Free Art Friday program, where she favors hiding her art outside of downtown Salem.

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Ramey got the idea to host Free Art Friday in Salem after following the work of My Dog Sighs, a graffiti and street artist in the United Kingdom. “In England, he’d leave his work on the streets for people to find, and he’d take photos to share online,” says Ramey, also a driving force behind the Little Free Libraries springing up around Salem and neighboring cities. “I started following his work and in January 2013, friends and I decided that we should bring the movement to Salem. We were the first town to embrace the Free Art Friday project in Oregon.” Although the movement started in England, My Dog Sighs says no one owns it. Today, Free Art Friday has become a global art movement bringing free art to streets, parks, alleys and the homes of those who find it. Ramey says she was impressed by the art My Dog Sighs created from metal soup cans and other discarded recyclables. “I’ve always been interested in creating art from discarded materials, and love the concept of connecting strangers through art,” she says. “It doesn’t have to cost much or take a lot of time to

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Dallas Retirement Village kicks off 70th anniversary with grand opening of The Lodge Residences and Clubhouse 400 guests and residents attend ribbon-cutting festivities and presentation

t midday on a Wednesday, Dallas Retirement Village is typically a calm, quiet place where you’ll see smiling residents enjoying their day and friendly staff members providing assistance in a multitude of ways.

awaited ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the official grand opening of The Lodge Residences and Clubhouse.

A standing-room-only crowd attended a special presentation in the Cascade Commons at The Lodge Clubhouse. In addition to thanking LRS On Wednesday, January 25, you could Architects, R&H Construction and certainly see lots of residents and staff at the Life Care Services™ for their roles in community, along with hundreds of guests bringing the community’s expansion including Dallas Mayor Brian Dalton, project to fruition, DRV Executive members of the city council and chamber Director David Parrett expressed of commerce, and DRV board members. gratitude to the residents for their Everyone was there to enjoy the first of support over the last year as The Lodge several celebrations planned for the year Clubhouse and the 40 new apartmentahead to commemorate the community’s style independent living Lodge 70th anniversary—as well as an eagerly Residences materialized.

After the presentation, Mayor Dalton and our Board President LaVonne Wilson fulfilled their duties as the official ribbon cutters while representatives of DRV and the Dallas community cheered them on. Anyone who brought their appetite could indulge in an impressive array of hors d’oeuvres and refreshments, and everyone was welcome to enjoy a movie in the new theater, tour the other new amenities and check out the beautiful new Lodge Residences. A resident performance of drums alive offered some light-hearted entertainment throughout the event.

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create something meaningful in the community. “I often have lots of art that I’ve created that sit on shelves or hide in closets,” she adds. “Free Art Friday is a great way to inspire adults of all ages to make art and share it in their community.” Ramey says participation ebbs and flows, with just one artist, or up to 20 artists distributing art each Friday. “When we create an organized activity, we get more interest,” she says. “But the great thing is that people can do this on their own time any time they like. And we’ve inspired others to do this in their community. Soon McMinnville had a group formed, then Portland and Bend. And now Dallas is getting started.” What inspires Ramey to participate are the meaningful connections she makes with other artists. “One artist in particular was struggling to get outside of her home due to anxiety and illness,” she says. “Free Art Friday helped her feel engaged in her community, and she started participating regularly. “Another aspect of Free Art Friday is making art accessible to all,” she adds. “I’ve had a homeless man pick up my art, and I’ve had a municipal judge pick up one. Art does not discriminate, and it goes home with the person who connects

Above, artists participate in Maker’s Thursday for Free Art Friday. (Page 1: Sharon Roemmel shows off her art during the class.) Near right, art by Jayme Downey hides in a tree. Far right, the Morgan's grandson, Derek Morgan, enjoys helping out. Courtesy photos

with it. I hope that these small experiences bring hope and a sense of wonder to the finder.” Ramey says participating in the weekly art outreach has gotten her out of her comfort zone, helping her to realize how important art is to communicate culture and values. “I like to include my children in the art drops,” says Ramey, whose 13-year-old daughter Bella also makes art to leave for others. “Then they can see that simply one person

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who shares their talents can help make a difference.” Her favorite hiding places are in the downtown core area, she says. Morgan favors hiding her art outside of downtown, and in an area most likely to reach someone who might not otherwise be exposed to the movement — senior centers, retirement homes, bus stops and outlying areas of town. She often takes her young grandsons so that her time is “doubly enjoyable.” “Paper crafts are my super power,” she says. “Mostly I drop handcrafted cards. On one occasion, I dropped a baby boy card with a coordinating knitted cap.” Derek, her 5-year-old grand-

son, asked her, “Why do you give away your art?” And Calvin, 6, nailed her reason with, “I think it makes people feel good.” Anyone interested in looking for free art, which can be hiding anywhere in town, can simply follow Free Art Friday’s Facebook page to find clues. “Anyone can participate,” Ramey says. “It’s easy to make art and leave it for people to find. We have Free Art Friday tags you can download and add to your art, or make your own. There are really no rules. Simply go out, leave art and have fun.” For more information, visit facebook.com/groups/freeartfriday/. ■

Salem Public Library has a new partnership that brings screenings of performances filmed live at Lincoln Center to Loucks Auditorium. “Lincoln Center Local: Free Screenings,” a program created by Lincoln Center Education and hosted by libraries and community centers nationwide, brings the best of Lincoln Center off its Manhattan-based campus and into communities. This Lincoln Center initiative provides high-definition screenings from its growing digital catalog. These music, dance, theater and opera performances come from recent live events at Lincoln Center, including the New York Philharmonic, Lincoln Center Theater, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, School of American Ballet, and more. For more information on this program, visit LincolnCenter.org/Local. Major support for “Lincoln Center Local: Free Screenings” is provided by the Oak Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Booth Ferris Foundation and the Altman Foundation. For more information on this and other programs at the Library, call 503-5886315 or visit salemlibrary.org. ■

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■ Barbara Fletcher’s caring ways have not gone unnoticed

By MARY OWEN

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After 40 years of ministry in the Salem area, Barbara Fletcher is retiring — but not without a well-earned title: Patron Saint of Encouragement. The title was given to Fletcher by a friend who watched her serve in multiple ministry roles over the years at Salem Alliance Church. The friend observed Fletcher being one to many people, helping and praying for those who were troubled, and training and cheering on numerous leadership teams. “It’s a deep value of mine to see the best in people and affirm what I see,” says Fletcher, who was raised in St. Louis and moved to Salem with her husband and young children in 1976. “When people are hurting, I’m especially eager to come alongside, encourage and pray for them.” Her role as an encourager has earned Fletcher the Distinguished Service Award from the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. She will receive her award at the First Citizens Awards Banquet held on March 3 at the Salem Convention Center. The banquet starts with a social at 6 p.m. followed an hour later by a dinner and program. Tickets are $72 through Feb. 27 and are available online or by calling the Chamber office

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services so the church could serve more people. Fletcher launched a Bible Study Fellowship Class in Salem in 1978 and taught the Bible to 450 women from at least 40 churches for five and a half years. She led seven international mission trips to Africa — Guinea and Mali — and the Middle East — Jordan, Israel, Lebanon and Kurdistan. She served on the preaching team for two decades and taught a college class at the ministry training college, Reach Training Institute. Collaborating with West Salem Foursquare Church to expand its two-year-old medical clinic, Fletcher led a team of, she says, “outstanding individuals.” “It was meeting twice monthly on Saturday mornings in the gymnasium at Walter Middle School in Salem,” she says. “We built and fur-

nished a permanent clinic location in the Salem Alliance Broadway Commons building.” Open five to six days a week, Salem Free Clinics is a vital community organization, serving 5,500 patients annually through volunteer medical personnel and a volunteer base of 400 individuals. Fletcher served as board president for eight years and is in her second year as board vice-president. “God has allowed me to serve him and our Salem community,” Fletcher says. “He has been my strength, my encourager, my helper and my constant companion.” Encouraging people, Fletcher says, blesses and motivates them, helps them serve more effectively, and, if they are hurting, gives them hope. “It has been an unspeakable privilege,” Fletcher says of her inspiring and nurturing role. ■

Barbara Fletcher of Salem has served in ministerial roles for 40 years, and has been recognized by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce’s First Citizen Awards Banquet for her efforts. at 503-581-1466. “I am shocked, grateful and deeply humbled,” Fletcher says about receiving the recognition. “I wish my husband were alive to see this award. He was my greatest supporter and cheerleader.” Dan Clem, CEO of the Salem chamber, says Fletcher deserves “an unsurpassed amount of gratitude for her many years of working in restoring lives, instilling faith, and providing medical care for those most in need. “The distinguished service award for 2016 pales in comparison to her love for the community and all of the people in it,” Clem says. “Barbara represents all that is good and humble in our great city. Thank you, Barbara, for a life-

time of life-giving.” A recent Salem chamber article called Fletcher “a multiplier,” providing “leadership, guidance, council and encouragement to people she meets.” Her accolades include: a pioneer for women’s leadership, a compassionate caregiver, and a true servant leader. In her many capacities, Fletcher served as an associate pastor at Salem Alliance for 26 years. She launched and led Women’s Ministries as well as a small group Bible study which presently services 950 men and women of all ages. She has written the curriculum for the Bible studies for the last 20-plus years. She also led a staff team to launch Saturday evening

New year brings retirement changes By KIMBERLY HERRMANN

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Every worker’s dream is having a secure retirement to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Social Security is here to help you secure today and tomorrow. Part of that commitment is ensuring you have the most up-to-date information when you make your retirement decisions. “Full retirement age” refers to the age when a person can claim their Social Security benefits without any reduction, even if they are still working part- or full-time. In other words, you don’t actually need to retire from your work to claim your full benefits. Also note that waiting until you’re 70, if you can, will bring you a higher monthly benefit. The choices you make will affect any benefit your spouse or children can receive on your record, too. If you claim benefits early, it will reduce their potential benefit as well as yours. As the bells rang in a new year, they also rang in changes in 2017 for people considering claiming Social Security retirement benefits. For people who attain age 62 in 2017 (i.e., those born between Jan. 2, 1955 and January 1, 1956), full retirement age is 66 and two months. Full retirement age was age 65 for many

years. However, due to a law passed by Congress in 1983, it has been gradually increasing, beginning with people born in 1938 or later, until it reaches 67 for people born after 1959. You can learn more about the full retirement age and find out how to look up your own at socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire/retirechart.html. There are some things you should remember when you’re thinking about retirement. You may start receiving Social Security benefits as early as age 62 or as late as age 70. The longer you wait, the higher your monthly benefit will be. Your monthly benefits will be reduced permanently if you start them any time before full retirement age. For example, if you start receiving benefits in 2017 at age 62, your monthly benefit amount will be reduced permanently by about 26 percent. On the other hand, if you wait to start receiving your benefits until after your full retirement age, then your monthly benefits will be permanently increased. The amount of this increase is 0.66 percent for each month –– or 8 percent for each year –– that you delay receiving them until you reach age 70. You can learn more by visiting our Retirement Planner at socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire. ■

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What is reflexology?

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■ It’s an ancient practice that claims better health with use By MARY OWEN BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS

Tired and aching feet? How about back pain, respiratory conditions, digestive problems, headaches or migraines, or insomnia? Salem resident Christine Schmid offers her clients a holistic method for maintaining good health: reflexology. “Reflexology is an ancient healing art,” Schmid says of the alternative, natural healing therapy that was introduced in the 1930s to the United States from Eastern cultures. “In Europe, companies hire full-time reflexologists for their employees who get treatments during breaks and lunch hours. The employees’ productivity increases and they take fewer sick days. Along with good nutrition and exercise, reflexology treatments are a great addition for achieving better health.” Schmid says she is fascinated by how reflexology benefits so many health issues. “Reflexology treatments have been amazingly effective for diabetes, foot pain, chronic lung conditions, asthma, inflammation, fatigue and even foot pain,” she says. “Stress causes many ailments. It’s highly recommended to indulge in an hourly reflexology session frequently to relieve symp-

toms of stress.” Other benefits include: deep relaxation, better memory and focus, increased circulation and nerve supply, faster recovery from surgery and illness, relief from chronic pain, better sleep, increased energy and better digestion. “The reflexologist uses thumbs and fingers and applies pressure to specific reflex areas on the hands or feet,” she says. “This technique clears pathways to our glands, organs and body parts. It releases blockages and toxins, which helps the body heal itself. Glands and organs begin to function better. The body is restored to its natural state.” Schmid trained at the International Institute for Reflexology, earning her certification in 2012. She treats clients out of her northeast Salem home, charging $25 for a half-hour session and $45 for a fullhour session. “You have to be in a relaxed position with your feet elevated,” she says. “I can work from 15 minutes to about an hour.” Tickly feet? “No problem,” Schmid says. She just switches to working on the client’s hands if touching their feet can’t be tolerated. “It’s important to know that the treatments are very relaxing, which is 70 percent of the healing process.” One client told her, “I feel completely rejuvenated and ready to engage the day. Best hour of every month.” Another said, “So relaxing, and can’t wait to schedule my next one.” Schmid suggests 30-minute weekly sessions for chronic conditions.

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Schmid holds a degree from Lewis and Clark State College, Lewiston, Idaho, and is a member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals as well as the International Institute of Reflexology. For more information, call Schmid at 208-661-6615 or visit healing-reflexology. abmp.com. ■

Christine Schmid practices an ancient healing art called reflexology, a practice that uses specific touch points on the hands and feet to achieve better health. Photo by Mary Owen

8 MARION-POLK/COAST EDITION Classes teach how to grow food on a budget Growing your own food is a delicious way to improve your diet, but gardening can seem intimidating, confusing and expensive. Seed to Supper is a free class to help families grow their own food and stretch their grocery budget. Seed to Supper is a beginning gardening course that gives adult gardeners the tools they need to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget. It is offered at 10 locations in Marion and Polk counties beginning in March. Classes will be offered in both English and Spanish. The 12-hour course is offered in

partnership among Marion-Polk Food Share, Salem-Keizer Education Foundation and Marion County Master Gardeners. Registration priority will be given to families living on $1,945 a month or less. Some Seed to Supper sites will provide meals and child care. Everyone who completes the course will receive a voucher for a free gardening plot at a community garden as well as free seed packets and starter plants. For more information about Seed to Supper, contact Surabhi Mahajan at 503-581-3855 or smahajan@marionpolkfoodshare.org. ■

Keizer Heritage Center needs volunteers

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The Keizer Heritage Center and its tenants welcome members of the community who want to donate their time, experience, knowledge and financial support. The Keizer Heritage Museum seeks to increase its operating hours and needs eight volunteers who can host in the museum for up to four hours per shift. Currently, the museum is seeking computer-literate volunteers to help with its digitization project, which includes data entry, scanning and archiving. The Keizer Heritage Foundation seeks volunteers who wish to host at events – everything from meetings to weddings – held in its rental room. Most hosted events take place during evenings and weekends. Call 503-393-9660 for more information about volunteer shifts with event hosting, or for the museum. Call 503-390-3010 about volunteer opportunities at the Keizer Art Association. Call 503-393-2370 about opportunities at Keizer Community Library. The Keizer Heritage Center and its tenants are nonprofit, all-volunteer organizations. It is located at 980 Chemawa Road, Keizer. ■

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Purple hits the garden

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DIGGIN’ IT!

By GRACE PETERSON

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At this time of year when I’m dreaming of summer garden days but the weather is still not quite as hospitable as I’d prefer, I like to scope out new plants and possibilities for my garden. Although I’m more drawn to ornamentals, it’s also fun to see the new and unusual edibles that are out there as well. Recently, while perusing various seed company websites, I was particularly drawn to purple vegetable plants. Appealing to the gardener who enjoys growing something unique and fun, most are considered novelty vegetables but are still nutritious and delicious. And they can be enjoyed by kids and grandkids that may be a bit picky when it comes to eating their vegetables. Interestingly while research-

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Open art studio painting, crafts and other art projects, 1 p.m. Wednesdays, Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. Free.

itage Center, 1313 Mill St., Salem. $10. 503-838-0527. Salem Concert Band, “Sousa and the Musical Theater,” 3 p.m., Hudson Hall, Willamette University, Salem. SalemConcertBand. org/ticket.

(also March 15) Actors Improv, 7 p.m., Silver Falls Library, Silverton. 503-8738796.

Daily Rummage Sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the first Saturday, South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. 503-5880748.

Alzheimer’s Support Group for spouses and others, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.

(through March 25) “The Dinner Party,” 7:30 p.m., Theatre West, 3536 Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. Theatrewest.com or 541-994-5663. Tech-Savvy Seniors: Skype and FaceTime, 2 to 3 p.m., Woodburn Public Library, 280 Garfield St.

(also March 4) Strut Your Stuff Adult Talent Show auditions, by appointment, Salem Public Library. Show on April 7. Sonja Somerville, 503-588-6083, or ssomerville@cityofsalem.net. Yoga, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. $2.50 per class or $20/10 classes. 503-588-0748.

Oregon Humanities Conversation Project: Mind the Gaps: How Gender Shapes our Lives, 4:30 p.m., Lord and Schryver Conservancy, 545 Mission St. SE, Salem. 503-838-0527.

(through March 25) “Emma’s Child, 7:30 p.m., Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW, Salem. $23$25. 503-485-4300 or pentacletheatre.org.

(also March 4) Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, 8 p.m., Chinook Winds Casino Resort, Lincoln City. 888-MAIN-ACT.

(through April 15) AARP Tax-Aide, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. Walk-ins only.

Marion-Polk Food Share Annual Seed Exchange, 10 a.m. to noon, 1660 Salem Industrial Dr. NE, Salem.

Urban Farmer Gardening Classes, 10 a.m. Saturdays, Pringle Creek Community Painter Hall, 3911 Village Center Dr. SE, Salem. $130. 503-315-1055. Wild Hog in the Woods, 7 p.m., Lincoln City Cultural Center. $14/$16. 541-9949994.

Meet and greet the candidates running for Silverton Senior Center board positions, 2 p.m., 115 Westfield St.

Senior Book Club: “The Girl on the Train” by Paula Hawkins, 10 a.m., Woodburn Public Library, 280 Garfield St.

Festival Chorale, Puccini Messa di Gloria, 4 p.m., Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE, Salem. 503-375-3574. Soup for your Supper – Local Chef Competition, 4:30 p.m., Creekside Golf Club, 6250 Golf Club Dr. SE, Salem. 503-9995323.

Abigail Scott Duniway chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, 10 a.m., Brown House, 425 N. First Ave., Stayton. Guests: Stayton Police K9.

The Compassionate Friend support group for those who have lost a child or sibling, 6:30 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.

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Gardening with Dale Small, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.

Singles Dine Out Club, 6 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093.

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(through March 12) “Dido and Aeneas: An Opera,” 9 p.m., Willamette University M. Lee Pelton Theatre, Salem. $10/$5. Boxof-

Living with Alzheimer’s-Early Stage, 12:30 to 5 p.m., Health Professions Education Center, Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital, Lincoln City. Free. 800-2723900.

Gateway History Series: Mae Yih, lecture and book signing, noon, Hearing Room C, Oregon State Capitol, Salem. View live at oregonlegislature.gov.

Willamette Valley Women’s Military League, 11 a.m., The Great Wall Chinese Buffet, 2875 Commercial St. SE, Salem. Topic: Suicide prevention. 503-831-0294.

(through March 12) Rickreall Gun Show, 9 a.m., Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S. Pacific Hwy. W., Rickreall. 503623-3048.

(through March 12) Willamette Valley Wine and Jazz Festival, noon, The Oregon Garden, 879 W. Main St., Silverton. $25.

15th Annual Social Pow Wow, 4 to 10 p.m., Willamette University, 900 State St., Salem. 503-370-6265.

Eighth Annual Mid-Valley Green Awards, “Una Tierra,” 6 to 9 p.m., Spinning Room, Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem. $60. 503-770-5227.

Chef’s Cinema: “Julie and Julia,” 3 p.m., with post-show discussion, Historic Grand Theatre, 191 High St., Salem. $25/$7. 503-585-3427, ext. 4.

“Using DNA testing for genealogical research,” 10 a.m., Silver Falls Library, Silverton. Ancestrydetectives.org.

Silverton Senior Center trip: End of the Trail Museum, 9 a.m. $15 plus lunch. 503-873-3093. 52nd Annual Oregon State Fiddle Championships, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Building 6, Chemeketa Community College, Salem. Open to the public. 503-701-1578.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Dinner, 6 p.m., Lincoln City Cultural Center. $30. 541994-9994.

(through March 19) Cherry Blossom Theatre Festival, 20 performances at six venues in Salem. Salemtheatrenetwork.org.

Cherry Blossom Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court St., Salem. Oregoncapitol.com.

Gardens of the Cornish Colony: Where Classical Gardens Took Root in America, 2 p.m., Willamette Her-

Book Club: “Ordinary Grace” by William Kent Kreuger, 7 p.m., Silver Falls Library, Silverton.

Gateway History Series: Former Gov. Barbara Roberts, noon, Hearing Room C, Oregon State Capitol, Salem. View live at oregonlegislature.gov.

Mesa of Sorrows: Archaeology, History and the Ghosts of Awat’ovi Pueblo, 7:30 p.m., Paulus Hall, Willamette College of Law, 245 Winter St. SE, Salem.

Golden West Winds, 7 p.m., Lincoln City Cultural Center. Free. 541-994-9994.

Resource Fair: Sharing the Caring, 1 to 4 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. Free.

(through April 30) Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., 33814 S. Meridian Road, Woodburn. Woodenshoe.com.

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Pancake breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $5/$3.

Fan Flicks: “The Big Lebowski,” 2 p.m., Historic Grand Theatre, 191 High St., Salem. $14/$7. 503-585-3427, ext. 4.

Living with Alzheimer’s-Early Stage, 12:30 to 5 p.m., Samaritan Center for Health Education, 740 SW Ninth St., Newport. Free. 800-272-3900.

“Never Give Up! Minoru Yasui and the Fight for Justice,” 7 p.m., Historic Grand Theatre, 191 High St., Salem. 503-585-3427, ext. 4.

Legal advice, 9 a.m. to noon by appointment, Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. 503-873-3093.

Oregon Symphony in Salem, Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3, 8 p.m., Smith Auditorium, Willamette University, Salem. Orsymphoonysalem.org or 503-364-0149.

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Capitol Woodcarvers Annual Show April 1 (10-5) & April 2 (10-4) This year Ken Lake is the featured artist. Ken has been woodworking almost all his life starting in junior high wood shop. Ken has been a valued member of the Capitol Woodcarvers. Ken says what he enjoys most about Capitol Woodcarvers are the members. He says he has never been around so many people of such high caliber, both personal and ability. “I have made many friendships which will last for the rest of my life.” During the show, carvers will show a variety of carvings. You may see Santas, ducks and other birds, fish, cowboys, carousel carvings, carved golf or softballs, chip carvings and who knows what else. You will see some carvings that are realistic in nature and some that are fanciful caricatures, with exaggerated hands, feet, noses or other features. Carvings will be done in various woods, stone, antler and other materials. A wide range of skills will be seen, from beginners to truly advanced carvers. In the People’s Choice area, you will be able to vote for your favorite carvings on display in many categories. There will be a raffle of carvings and other items at the show. The tickets are $1 each, 6 for $5 or a double arm stretch for $20 at the show. Proceeds are used to further the interest in carving, to promote educational carving programs and other club expenses. Food and beverages will be available for purchase in the Center 50 Cafe in the Lobby during the show. For additional information contact Everett Koontz: koontzde@hotmail.com, Denis Miller: denmil@comcast or Ray Weekly: rweekly@mac.com.

First Aid & CPR Certification Classes Center 50+ is excited to offer CPR and First Aid Certification classes at an affordable price. Certified by the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) CPR Instructor Carol Gleason has over 20 years of experience. The ASHI certification class is designed for those who have little or no medical training. The ASHI Heart saver CPR/AED/First Aid teaches skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until the Emergency Medical Team arrives. In this class you will learn to recognize, respond to and treat a variety of first aid emergencies, perform CPR and use an AED in a cardiac arrest situation. When you complete the class you will leave with your certification card in hand. The cost is just $30. Call the Fitness Center today to reserve your seat in one of the following classes: Wednesday Apr 19 1-5 p.m. or Wednesday May 17 1-5 p.m.

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It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Fit!

March Featured Fitness Class: Irish Dance

Working out has never been so fun……Irish dance is a dance style that originated in Ireland and was made world famous by Riverdance. This class focuses on improving balance and strength with the benefits of a great cardio workout. Join Experienced Dance Instructor Amelia Douglas and begin training your body and your brain today. All levels are invited to join. No equipment necessary just wear comfortable shoes. Class times: Tuesdays 2:30-3:30 p.m. Cost: $6 drop in fee or 10 classes for $50, no experience necessary. Your first class is complimentary.

Monday evenings and start experiencing the many physical and mental benefits of Yoga. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to try this wonderful class. Cost: $60/12 sessions or $6/per class drop-in fee. Evening Yoga utilizes a separate punch-card than our weekday Yoga class. Class times: Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Your first Evening Yoga class is complimentary.

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Many people think that Yoga focuses primarily on stretching, while stretching is certainly involved, Yoga is really about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. Join experienced Yoga Instructor Kaye Floyd

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

Come by Center 50+ to sign up for Life Long Learning classes or call 503-588-6303. For most classes, fee payment required at beginning of class. 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, Mar 25, 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. Jewelry Beading. Class fee is now $5. First & Third Wednesdays, 12:30–3 p.m. Drawing Class. Re-view the World with Artist Eyes. Instructor Kate Cunningham will teach you how to draw what you SEE and what you know is there. All levels welcome. First day of your class, instructor will provide you with pencil, paper and an art supply list for future classes. Ongoing classes: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. Class time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Class cost: $7 each. Card Making Class - with Joan. Get together and have fun with other craft enthusiasts. You will make and take home three lovely handmade cards. Learn different techniques once a month using stamping, embossing, punches and much more. Space limited. Signup sheets available. Class dates: 2nd Thursdays of the month. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Students need to bring: markers, colored pencils, 2-sided adhesive tape, regular clear tape, glue stick and scissors. Class cost: $5. Additional supply cost: $3. 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: Tuesday, Mar 28, 12:30 p.m. Cost: $35 + 15 supply fee. Beginning Acrylic Painting. If you’ve always wanted to paint this is the class for you! This 2-class series is for those that have no painting experience and teaches shading, light/shadow, shapes, and painting tress/flowers. Participants will take home finished art ready for framing at the end of each lesson. This series gives you all you need to create your

own paintings. Class dates: Tuesdays, Mar 7 & 21. Class time: 9-11:30 a.m. 2-class fee: $56. Additional $14 supply cost collected at class for a new set of 5 brushes, paint and paper or canvas for the 2 classes. Intermediate Acrylic Painting I: Wed, Mar 8 & 22. Intermediate Acrylic Painting II: Thurs, Mar 9 & 23 PERSONAL ENRICHMENT Writing Your Life Story with Kathy Knauf. Have your children ever said to you—you tell such great stories, you should write them down. Meet people doing the same thing you are. Share your stories. Listen to others tell theirs. Wednesdays 1-3 p.m. Cost: $3. Meditation Class with Mary Hall. Class dates: Mondays, Mar 13 & 27. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Class fee: $15 for one class or $25 for two classes within the month. Beginning Meditation with Mary Hall. Learn the basics of Meditation and its wonderful benefits. Class date: Monday, Mar 20. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Class fee: $15 for each session Psychology & Me with Instructor Mary Hall MA, LPC. Future topics to be covered can include: how the human mind operates, interaction between our bodies and minds, sensation and perception, sleep and dreams, learning and conditioning, dynamics of memory, thinking skills, intelligence and creativity. Course dates: Fridays, March 10 & 24. Class time: 10–11 a.m. Fee for each class: $7. Theatre Art Class and Excursion to Willamette Theater Production. Are you interested in theater? Would you like to attend an operatic interpretation of the play “Twelfth Night” at Willamette University Theater? Join other like-minded adults for this 2part course. First attend a theatre art study class with facilitator Karen Bolliger at Center 50+ and discuss Shakespeare’s comedy and what we can expect to see. Class date: Friday, Mar 10 from 10-11:30 a.m. For second part of the course you will meet at Willamette University Theater and attend the production. Date of play: Sunday, Mar 12 at 3 p.m. PREPAYMENT AND REGISTRATION REQUIRED when your name is placed on class sign-up sheet. Class fee: $5. Separate ticket cost: $8/$10. Find Balance in Your Life with Personal Enrichment Instructor Joan Manuel. In this class you will have the opportunity to discover where you are internally (mind, heart & health) and externally (work, social family, play), where you want to be, and the strategies to help you get there. Experience

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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 wonderfully relaxing table massage experience. 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. 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 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: $1/minute or $40/an hour (Spa & Swedish Massage) Reflexology Cost: $20/30 min. or $30/45 min. Make an appointment today, 503-588-6303.

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mindfulness practices and take part in creating a mind map. This is an interactive class and your level of participation is at your discretion. Class dates: Mondays, Mar 20 & 27. Class time: 9:30-11 a.m. Class fee: $15. $1 supply fee paid separately. Gardening For Hummingbirds and Other Wildlife. Two-class course with Dean Wentworth, Willamette University Botanical Curator. With an incredible visual presentation in the first class, you will learn the first steps to gardening for wildlife and the importance of determining what species you can attract and how to help them thrive. For the second class, students will meet at the Martha Springer Botanical Garden located at Willamette University. Dean Wentworth explains: “In a guided tour, we will apply what we have learned in our lecture in a practical setting in the Martha Springer Botanical Gardens. Be prepared to walk through the garden lawn with appropriate footwear.” Drawing on Dean Wentworth’s seventeen year experience as curator of the botanical gardens, the class will explore habitat requirements for wildlife, especially hummingbirds. First class date: Monday, Mar 6. Class time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Second class date @ WU: Tuesday, Mar. 7. Class time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Course fee: $10. Transportation to WU will be arranged at first class meeting, space limited and fee collected. California Coastal Lighthouses. As a follow up to his last class on the Lighthouses of Oregon, Dr. Doug Kroll, will be presenting a three separate classes on the Coastal Lighthouses of California. Learn fascinating facts about many of California’s 30+ lighthouses (six of which are off-shore) and two lightships. The class will include many maps and photos to help students understand and learn about these historic lighthouses. Three class dates: Tuesdays, March 28, April 4 and Apr 11. Class time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Class fee: $5 each class. Space limited. Around the Spring Garden with Marion County Master Gardeners- Coordinated by Ted Haverkate. This class will cover “When to start seeds indoors and when to transplant outdoors.” Class date: Tuesday, Mar 21. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $7. Floral Arrangement Class. Make your very own floral arrangement and just in time to decorate your home for St. Patrick’s Day! Instructor Nancy Weinberg has been a garden club show judge for over 20 years and has won many blue ribbons for her floral designs. PRE-PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION See LEARNING, continued on next page

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Understanding Alzheimer’s disease:

Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care Series Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia? Come and learn techniques to help manage the many challenges of caregiving. Center 50+ will offer a three-part series based on the book, “A Dignified Life: The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care,” written by Virginia Bell and David Troxel. Classes meet on Mondays, March 13, 20, and 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem. The Best Friends Approach is easy to learn, understand, and apply at any stage of caregiving and can transform caregiving into a rewarding and successful experience. Presented by Michele Nixon, Regional Director, Pacific Living Centers. 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. Space is limited, so register early. 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.

Caregivers Need Your Hugs!

Have you hugged a caregiver today? They really do need your hugs! Hugs have been shown to reduce heart rate, improve overall mood, lower blood pressure and increase nerve activity. Along with a host of other beneficial effects, hugging leads to the release of hormones called Oxytocin, which fight feelings of depression, loneliness and emotional outbursts. A long hug (at least five Mississippi’s) also results in an increase in serotonin levels, which elevates mood and makes you happy. Studies have shown that caregivers have an increased risk of dying before their loved ones. Stress and neglecting their health contribute to this risk. The challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia often are the most stressful of all, so hug a caregiver and tell them you care! The Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias at Center 50+ is an excellent source for respite and hugs - we hug often! For further information, call the Respite Coordinator, at 503-588-6303. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, Visiting Angels and First Call in Home Care.

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 Tuesdays, April 25 - May 30, 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.

Tech 50+ Let’s March into Technology!

Starting on February 28 and every Tuesday thereafter come listen, share and learn about technology. Come join in the discussion with the Tech50+ Computer Lab Coordinator. We meet on Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Computer Learning Center at Center 50+. Technology just keeps moving into more areas of our lives. I would like to guide you on an open discussion with virtually endless topics. Let’s discuss how to move forward using technology and what technology we could do without. If you don’t know where to start when it comes to technology, come by and sit in to learn about what’s new in the tech world. At our initial meeting we will discuss what’s new out there and end with a brainstorming session for future topics. After this meeting you could come by or go online to see a list of future Tuesday Tech topics. If you are ahead of the rest of us and would like to come in and share about your new tech device this may be the place for you. Depending on the device we may even be able to do a show and tell. Remember, you don’t need money or any device to participate. All you need is a desire to learn and share about technology. I look forward to our stimulating discussions about technology. Thank you Tech50+ sponsor Atrio Health Plans!

LEARNING, continued from previous page REQUIRED when you sign-up for this class by Mar 10, at Center 50+. Class date: Tuesday, Mar 14. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Class fee: $5. Floral supply cost: $25 paid separately. Class fee and material costs are non-

refundable. MUSIC Let’s Marimba! Zimbabwean-style marimbas in this fun class offering at Center 50+. Learn to play simple, catchy tunes. No prior musical experience is required, but a good sense of rhythm and beat is

Everyone has a birthday and who better to celebrate each month with you then Charlie King, “The Good Hu-mor Man.” Charlie has been purchasing and scooping ice cream at the monthly birthday parties at Center 50+ for quite a while. Charlie not only helps to make every birthday month happy, he can be seen so many other places within Center 50+. He can be found in the Woodshop, helping to set up for meetings and meals, working in the Computer Lab on spreadsheet design, having lunch in the dining room, or providing video and background music. In Charlie’s words, “The Center provides a place for many to meet, greet, and eat and to learn a variety of things. There seems to be no end to what one can do there, volunteering with the wood carvers.” Charlie joined the Army at age 17 and served 3 years, most of that in Germany. He then worked for ODOT for 42 years. Charlie and his wife, Mardeen, celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary February 1. Congratulations! His most memorable event at Center 50+ was the first time he brought ice cream to the birthday party and the special feeling from all the thank you’s from so many. Charlie says he volunteers as he sees no reason not to. “I believe in passing it on.” Charlie’s birthday is in April, so let’s bring the ice cream for him! What a special man and all of us at Center 50+ THANK YOU CHARLIE.

Speed Dating Monday, March 13

Space is limited. Accepting men for even. Women accepted for waiting list. Register at the front desk.

PINOCHLE PLAYERS WANTED Fridays, 1-3 p.m. Cost: $1. All levels welcome!

very helpful. The leader is music teacher Martin Sobelman, owner of Music Up Over, and creator of Salem’s first Marimba group, La Marimbanda. All equipment/materials are provided. Class dates: Wednesdays, Mar 1, 8, 15 & 29. Class time: 12–1 pm. Class fee: $50 for 4 classes. Space is limited.

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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • MARCH 2017 14 MARION-POLK/COAST EDITION ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS « MARCH 2017 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 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 Pilates 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

Club Meetings in March Wed, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29: Sunrise Rotary, 7 a.m. Thurs, Mar 2:

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

Woodshop Lapidary, Sewing Pool/Billiards Community Sewing Line Dancing - Int. Pilates SilverSneakers Yoga Line Dancing - Beg. Tone Your Bones Time With Friends Lunch Tai Chi Bingo Ladies Pool/Billiards Tai Chi Table Tennis

Friday 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

Mon, Mar 6:

Four Seasons, 6 p.m.

Thurs, Mar 9:

Woodturners, 6 p.m. Garden Club Board, 7 p.m. Lapidary Club, 9:00 a.m.

Tues, Mar 14:

Angler’s Club, 6:30 p.m. Book Club, 1:30 p.m.

Tues, Mar 21:

Needlepoint 12:30 p.m. Garden Club, 7 p.m. Iris Society, 6 p.m.

Wed, Mar 22:

SREA Meeting, 2 p.m.

Tues, Mar 28:

Woodcarvers, 7 p.m.

It takes a Lifetime to get this Young! March 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, March 17 we will begin serving cake. If it is your birthday in March, 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.

JOIN US AT THE MOVIES!

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, March 8: “Loving.” Shortly after one month of marriage, the Lovings are suddenly arrested in their home and jailed for illegal cohabitation. Based on a true story. Classic Movie Day – Wednesday, March 22: “The Man from Snowy River.” 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.

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. * March 6 & 9, 1 p.m. * April 10 & 13, 1 p.m. * May 8 & 11, 1 p.m.

Wednesday 1: Thursday 2: Friday 3:

Chili Con Carne Chicken Enchilada Lasagna

Monday 6: Tuesday 7: Wednesday 8: Thursday 9: Friday 10:

Chicken Casserole Roasted Pork or Chicken Hungarian Goulash Meatloaf Baked Fish or Chicken

Monday 13: Tuesday 14: Wednesday 15: Thursday 16: Friday 17:

Cheese Manicotti Sesame Beef Herb Roasted Chicken Swedish Meatballs Corned Beef & Cabbage

8:30 am Lapidary ● Call your newcomers 8:30 amfor Pool/Billiards

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.

Monday 20: Tuesday 21: Wednesday 22: Thursday 23: Friday 24:

Chicken Parmesan Ham or Turkey Salisbury Steak Pineapple Chicken Baked Fish or Chicken

Monday 27: Tuesday 28: Wednesday 29: Thursday 30: Friday 31:

Chicken Casserole Swedish Meatballs Chicken Enchilada Penne w/Meat Sauce BBQ Chicken

All meals are subject to change

SAVE-THE-DATE for these special seminars Thursday, Mar 9, 1 p.m.: Atrio, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Tuesday, Mar 14, 10 a.m.: Kaiser Permanente Thursday, Mar 16, 10 a.m.: Medicare 101, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thursday, Mar 16, 1 p.m.: Regance, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thursday, Mar 23, 9 a.m.: Providence Health Care

TRIPS AHOY! TRAVEL PRESENTATION: Monday, May 15, 1 p.m.; Lara from Collette will give a presentation on Canada’s Winter Wonderland Dec. 2-8 and Spotlight on New York City on April 19-23, 2018. March 8: Bob’s Red Mill, Milwaukie, mill tour, lunch, and time for shopping. Cost: $44 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, lunch & mill tour) April 3: “Mamma Mia,” Hult Center, Eugene, $130 (includes transportation, driver gratuity & admission) Non-refundable $30 deposit due at registration. Sign up by March 3 (ticket release date). April 12: Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival with lunch at Glockenspiel Restaurant. Cost $35 (includes transportation, driver gratuity & admission). Lunch on your own. May 17: “An American in Paris,” Keller Auditorium. Cost $130 (includes transportation, driver gratuity & admission). Non-refundable $30 deposit due at registration. Sign up by April 5 (ticket release date). May 21-23: Ashland & Jacksonville, 2 nights lodging at Best Western Bard’s Inn in downtown Ashland. Evening performance of “Shakespeare in Love,” a day trip to Historic Jacksonville, Oregon Cabaret Dinner Show “The All Night Strut” a musical celebration of the 1930’s & 40’s, and visit Rogue Creamery. Cost $525 double, $650 single. Non-refundable $50 deposit due at registration. Sign up by Apr 21. (ticket release date). EXTENDED TRIP FOR 2017 & 2018 ● Shades of Ireland, Sept 6-15 ● Branson, Memphis & Nashville, Oct 25 ● Canada’s Winter Wonderland, Dec 2-8 ● Spotlight on New York City, April 19-23, 2018 Stop by and pick-up a flier for these extended trips (full Itinerary and pricing). Trip Desk is open Mondays - Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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opportunities. All utilities paid. Glenwood Manor, 1687 NW Division St., LINCOLN CITY OCEAN Corvallis. 541-753-3408. FRONT, fantastic view, fireplace, TV/VCR/DVD, 2 HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS bdrms, kit/dishwasher, for senior citizens 62 or no smoking, no pets. older, disabled and/or Very comfortable. 503- handicapped. Accepting 843-3157. Email: holton applications at this time. @macnet.com. We are committed to LINCOLN CITY OCEAN VIEW. Historic Wecoma neighborhood. 3 blocks to beach. 2bdrm, 2ba. Fully equipped kitchen. DISH TV/VCR/DVD. No smoking. Pets maybe, with deposit. Email: dehamer7848@msn.com for rates & pictures or call 503-399-7848.

16 Units for Rent 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.

ment, armoire. Glass Beligum doors, claw feet, brass hardware. $450. 971-533-9425.

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No major projects. Prefer ment & supplies. 541Fleetwood Sedan. jlp120 905-5453. k@hotmail.com/503BASEBALL & SPORTS 538-8096. MEMORABILIA wanted. DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Buying old cards, penWANTED. Paying top nants, autographs, photickets, dollar! 503-679-3605. tographs, programs, Pacific Coast CASH FOR GOOD CONDI- League, etc. Alan, 503TION reloading equip- 481-0719.

CEMETERY PLOT IN BELCREST MEMORIAL Park, Salem, OR for sale. Lot 4, block 22, section 50. providing equal housing $4000. Rogene, 503opportunities. All utilities 931-1134. Quiet, Secluded, 55+ paid. Millwood Manor, Candalaria Plaza Apts & Bungalows Wanted 2550 14th Ave SE, Albany. 541-928-2545. 1 & 2 Bedrooms available CASH FOR PRE 1980 Private patios • Pet friendly HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS sport & non-sport gum for senior citizens 62 or or cigarette cards, model On-site laundry • Close to all shopping Water/sewer/garbage Paid older, disabled and/or kits, comic books, old handicapped, available at toys, old car or?? PriRents starting at $550 this time. We are com- vate collector. 503-313For preview call: mitted to providing equal 7538. housing opportunities. 503-585-6176 All utilities paid. Surf- 32 YEARS REPUTABLE wood Manor, 4545 SW BUYER! CASH PAID for Hwy 101, Lincoln City, old magazines, brochures, catalogs, greeting 541-996-3477. cards, letters, manuals, Miscellaneous books, slides. Photos thru 1970’s, buttons, LIFE AFTER DEATH? Find perfume, etc. Please call your own answers. Read 503-422-8478. Spiritual Wisdom On Life CADILLAC After Death by Harold VINTAGE Klemp. www.eckankar. WANTED, 1949 to 1979. org, www.eckankar-ore- Rust free, nice cars only! gon.org.

HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or For Sale older, disabled and/or handicapped. Accepting applications at this time. ANTIQUE, SOLID LIGHT We are committed to OAK piece. 58”T, 5’W, providing equal housing 21”D. Use: emtertain-

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.

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.c o m or call 503-3784621.

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Mennonite Village

Picture yourself living at Mennonite Village... A 275-acre community in a rural setting, Mennonite Village provides living spaces for all levels of retirement just a short drive from Corvallis, Salem, or Eugene. With award-winning health care and beautifully landscaped grounds, Mennonite Village is an inclusive community of amazing people. The wellness program at Mennonite Village encompasses the physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual well-being of each resident. In addition to daily activities and classes offered by fitness instructors, residents enjoy Pickle Ball and Pétanque, gardening, a putting green, an indoor pool, massage therapy, and miles of scenic walking paths. Mennonite Village offers regularly scheduled transportation at no cost to its Village and Quail Run residents. Transportation can be arranged for a group of residents to attend special events, such as college athletic events or a symphony concert. Additionally, personal transportation can be hired by the hour through our In-Home Care Services. Mennonite Village is subject to the federal Fair Housing Act, which prohibits any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make such a preference, limitation, or discrimination.

Mennonite Village is a fee-for-service community that offers a continuum of residential and healthcare options. It’s an “open campus” that welcomes new residents to all areas of the Village—you are not required to start in independent living. Should a need arise for additional health care or support, they’re available on campus, and you’ll pay only for the services you use. Independent Living Homes in the Village (including NEW CONSTRUCTION) Independent Living Apartments at Ashwood Courts I & II Assisted Living Apartments at Quail Run Adult Foster Memory Care Home at Mary's Place Memory Care at Lydia's House Long Term Nursing Care at Mennonite Home Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation Services at Mennonite Home In-Home Care to Residents of Linn, Benton, and Southern Marion Counties 541-928-7232 www.mennonitevillage.org www.facebook.com/mennonitevillage 5353 Columbus St SE, Albany, OR 97322