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April 2016

Volume 15, Number 12

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“Labor and Industry” is theme for Beaver County History Weekend By Gina Mazza For Beaver County Senior News Labor and Industry will be the central focus of Beaver County History Weekend, slated to take place on Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8 at various historical sites, organizations and societies throughout the county. As such, a spotlight will be on the Beaver County Industrial Museum, located at 801 Plumb Street, just off Route 168 in Darlington.

The museum is dedicated to the preservation of glass and steel that was made in Beaver County. “Glass was the largest employer in the 19th Century and steel was king in the 20th Century,” comments museum director Don Inman, also a retired steelworker. “Sadly, today, most of both industries are gone forever.” In 1980, 61 percent of the Beaver County workforce was employed in a steel mill. Today, only a small number of

steelworkers remain in the county, as most steelworkers local unions are now amalgamated locals. But the illustrious local history of these two industries remains at the Beaver County Industrial Museum. During Beaver County History Weekend and beyond, the museum has partnered with the United Steelworkers (USW) to create a new exhibit on “Unions in Beaver County.” 2015 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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Artifacts at the Beaver County Industrial Museum. “We have a display on the Flint Glass Workers, who are now part of the USW,” Don explains. “The display also includes the story of Aliquippa and the Supreme Court decision on J&L and the Democratic Social Club that found the Wagner Act constitutional. We have many photographs and artifacts of the time, bringing the Union up to the present day. We also have some film from the Ambridge Riots and the 1959 Steel Strike. Also on display will be contracts from the Steel Workers Organizing Committee and the United Steel Workers showing the transition between the two.” The museum’s collections also include artifacts from A&S Railroad, B&W Steel, Crucible Steel, J&L Steel, Moltrup Steel, Fry Glass, Co-Op Glass, Beaver Falls Glass, Phoenix Glass and Mayer China. “We have an entire room of glass on display and a video presentation showing how glass was made in the early 20th Century here in Beaver County,” Don comments. County museums preserve the connection between industry and transportation Many of the history museums in Beaver County have preserved remnants of the vital connection between industry— particularly, coal, gas and oil—and transportation, not just by rail but by water. The Ohio and Beaver Rivers played an important role in the industrialization of Beaver County, as these rivers formed a natural trade route to Pittsburgh, the eastern part of the United States and the mid-west. Following is a listing of our county’s museums. Visit them to discover more about the impact that the glass and steel industries, railroads, boat building, farming and mining had Continued on page 4

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“Labor and Industry” is theme for Beaver County History Weekend Continued from page 3 on growth of Beaver County. All hours listed below are for Beaver County History Weekend. Air Heritage Inc. Museum and Aircraft Restoration Facility, Beaver County Airport, 35 Piper St.,, Chippewa Township. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During World War II, the area contributed many important supplies for the war effort including propellers by Curtiss-Wright, Beaver; specialty aircraft sections by Republic Steel, Beaver Falls and Crucible Steel, Midland; and tail struts for the P-47 by Bantam Car Co., Butler. See a display of aviation memorabilia and aircraft types—some flying and others in restoration. Beaver Area Heritage Museum, One River Road Extension, Beaver. Saturday, 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. During World War II, the CurtissWright Corp. in Vanport manufactured thousands of propellers for war planes. See an actual blade from a three-blade propeller for a P-47 Thunderbolt fight plane. Also check out cross-sections of an actual propeller blade, showing the shape and construction.

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The “Unions in Beaver County” exhibit.

Beaver Falls Historical Society and Museum, Carnegie Free Library, 1301 Seventh Ave., Beaver Falls. Saturday, 10:15 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Little Beaver Historical Society Complex, 710 Market St., Darlington. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Several Beaver Falls industries are featured, including Armstrong Cork Works, Mayer China and Beaver Falls Art Tile.

The history of industry will be presented at the McCarl Industrial and Agricultural Museum, one of the five buildings in the complex. The facility offers 5,000 square feet of museum space presenting the history and artifacts of most major industries in Beaver County. Check out working machines and equipment of B&W, Westinghouse, Moltrup, Downey pump and Keystone Driller, as well as a working forge and foundry display.

Beaver County Industrial Museum, 801 Plumb St., Darlington. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Ellwood City Area Historical Society Museum, 310 Fifth St., Ellwood City. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The museum is partnering with the United Steelworkers for displays on Flint Glass workers, now part of the USW, and more. See article above for more details.

Check out photos of union-sponsored parties, steel mills, the birthplace of the seamless tube and an 1895 Lozier bicycle made from Ellwood City seamless tube.

Beaver County Model Railroad, 416 Sixth St., Monaca. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Enon Valley Community Historical Society, 1084 Main St., Enon Valley. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Labor growth is highlighted through the steel mills, coal mines and allied industries. Details of the train layout include a train ice house, operating steel mill, glass and electric furnaces, as well as the coal mining shafts and company housing of the coal miners.

See photographs from Enon’s railroad history and an interactive display explaining railroad-related jobs. Also featured is the history of the St. Lawrence Hotel, the first railroad station where Lawrence County Civil War troops boarded trains from the front lines.

Merrick Art Gallery, 1100 Fifth Ave., New Brighton. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. The exhibit “New Brighton Industry and the Merrick Family: A Legacy” explores the businesses founded by the Merrick family after settling locally from upper New York. It focuses on how the creation of Standard Horse Nail contributed to the founding of the gallery, the county’s only art museum.

McKinley School, McKinley Road and 37th St. Extension, Chippewa Township. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Vicary Mansion (Beaver County Historical Research and Landmark’s Foundation), 1235 Third Ave., Freedom. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

Student’s chores, which would have been done in the mornings before and afternoons after school, will be highlighted.

The boat building industry of Beaver County is highlighted, with displays on the Aaron Burr Conspiracy, the first commercial boat building operation in 1820 by John Boles, as well as the boat building boom that took place in Freedom, Monaca, Glasgow, Sharon and Georgetown. Canals and steamboat building history are also depicted. There will be a Rain Gutter Regatta and other activities for youth to give them an appreciation for the dynamic county boating industry.

The history of the early industries of Phillipsburg and Monaca are featured. Monaca native Kathy Hansen, a glass collector and researcher, will share the history of Phoenix Glass Co. from 1880 to 1933, at a location to be determined. Old Economy Village, 270 16th St., Ambridge. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Industries of the Harmony Society are featured, including silk reeling, weaving, blacksmithing, rope making and other demonstrations. Some Harmonist industries were done only for the benefit of the community while others were done on a large scale. Harmonist textiles were sold through the United States and several foreign countries. Hands-on history activities will be available and historic buildings will be staffed with docents. Richmond Little Red School House, 245 Park Road, Brighton Township. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Logstown Associates Historical Society Located at the Vicary Mansion Logstown (1727-58), located on the north bank, was an important stop for traders traveling down the Ohio River in the mid 1700s. The French and British wanted to be friends with the Native Americans living at this trading post to gain their support while trying to gain possession of the Ohio. Most of the early trader’s quilts are represented at Logstown. A replica trading post includes furs, trade goods and Trader Bob, who will interpret the trade system. New Brighton Historical Society

The Morgan Carriage Works, built shortly after the Civil War, will be showcased, as well as the 1800s farms.

Located at the Merrick Art Gallery

Rochester Area Heritage Society, 350 Adams St., Second Floor, Rochester. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Highlights of the relationship between labor and management of the Townsend Company will be presented, along with a timeline of the unions.

Early manufacturing companies utilizing Rochester’s strategic riverfront location and historic boat building will be showcased, including Olive Stove Works, Rochester Pottery Co. and Fry Glass. South Side Historical Village, Hookstown Fair Grounds, 1198 State Route 168, Hookstown. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The South Side communities were noted for their prosperous farming and industry. A large collection of antique equipment will be on display in the 1858 bank barn. Blacksmith shops were a necessity as horses were used for farming and travel. The village also depicts merchants who conducted the general stores, doctors, ministers, teachers and women who worked hard running households without electricity or plumbing. A Spring Social will be hosted during the event.

H.C. Fry Glass Company Located at Rochester Area Heritage Society See a display and learn about the history of the H.C. Fry Glass Company, Rochester Tumbler Plan and three other Rochester glass manufacturers. History Weekend Geocache

St. Nicholas Chapel, 5400 Tuscarawas Road, Brighton Township. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The annual Beaver County History Weekend Geocache has been extended to both Saturday and Sunday. Clues can be obtained at the following sites: Beaver County Industrial Museum, Beaver County Model Railroad, Enon Valley Historical Society, Little Beaver Historical Society Complex, McKinley School, Monaca Hall of Fame, Rochester Area Heritage Society, South Side Historical Village and Vicary Mansion. BCSN

A unique icon, which celebrates the miraculous sparing of Byzantine Catholic miners when the Darr Mine exploded in Jacob’s Creek, Pennsylvania in 1907, will be featured.

To learn more about Beaver County History Weekend, call the Beaver County Historical Research and Landmarks Foundation at (724) 775-1848 or visit bchrlf.org.

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Monaca Hall of Fame, 1098 Pennsylvania Ave., Monaca. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Congress and the Vatican Agree: Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise in Curing Diseases By Maren Auxier Fo Beaver County Senior News Stem cell therapy is gaining worldwide support from international policymakers, including the U.S. Congress and the Roman Catholic Church. Congress passed the Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Reauthorization Act on Dec. 16, 2015, securing stem cell industry funding for at least 5 more years. The Vatican also showed their support for stem cell therapy earlier this year, announcing The Third International Conference on the Progress of Regenerative Medicine and its Cultural Impact to be held within the Vatican April 28-30, 2016. “It remains one of the best kept secrets in America that umbilical cord blood stem cells and adult stem cells in general are curing people of a myriad of terrible conditions and diseases in adults as well as children,” said U.S. Representative Chris Smith (R-Hamilton, NJ).1

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The Vatican released a similar statement regarding the benefits of regenerative medicine. “The new field of regenerative medicine holds great promise to alleviate the pain and suffering for hundreds of millions of people around the world. We must unite to discover and advance such new therapies, and find ways to bring them to all those in need,” said Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi, president of the Pontifical Council for Culture.2 Regenerative medicine provides patients with alternatives to traditional invasive or chemical treatments. It is helping people with multiple sclerosis, blindness, rheumatoid arthritis and lung disease. Lung disease is the third-leading cause of death in the United States, and traditional treatment options have not changed

Your Cells. Your Lungs. Your Breath.

International policymakers like the Vatican and U.S. Congress are calling for advancement of the field of regenerative medicine after seeing positive outcomes.

in 30 years. The advent of stem cell therapy represents the greatest advancement in decades for people suffering from a degenerative lung disease. The Lung Institute (www.lunginstitute.com) helps fight lung diseases such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis or interstitial lung disease by harvesting stem cells from a patient’s own blood or bone marrow in a minimally invasive outpatient procedure. While current stem cell treatments are not considered to be a cure for lung disease, they have shown the ability to improve patients’ quality of life. According to a white paper recently released by the Lung Institute, 84 percent 3 of COPD patients who received stem cell therapy experienced an improvement in their quality of life, and many saw improved pulmonary function.

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We have a thing for coloring! I think coloring is so appealing because it is nonthreatening. Many people are terrified of a blank sheet of paper. Coloring books makes it easy. You just pick up your colored pencils or markers and start filling in the designs.

Angela colored an Ambridge page from Rick Antolic’s coloring book.

By Angela Gentile, Planning Unit Program Monitor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News

ave you gotten into the adult coloring book craze yet? Lots of people have, and I have started, too!

I colored a lot during my childhood. I had lots of coloring books and crayons and had hours of fun. Lots of adults are coloring once again, and it is extremely popular. There are many adult coloring books with all types of beautiful intricate designs, ranging from $4 to $17. It is hard to pass a bookstore or a magazine rack right now without seeing all types of cool products to purchase. There are even magazines with topics such as flowers/garden, ocean, animals, nature, mandalas, geometric designs, cities, scenes, Celtic designs and kaleidoscope among many others. There are lots of fancy markers and pencils to purchase, also. Coloring can give people a break from computers and electronics and provides an opportunity to be creative and relax. Psychologists note that coloring involves logic and creativity. They say it provides relaxation. which lowers the activity of the amygdala, a basic part of the brain involved in controlling emotion affected by stress.

The party was a blast. There were over 20 people in attendance, from Ambridge graduates from Rick’s class to many older adults. We colored, chatted and enjoyed refreshments. I asked some of the older ladies why they like coloring. Their responses were interesting and entertaining. One lady admitted that she is a “closet colorer” and never stopped coloring all her life. Another lady said she used to color at the lake when everyone was inside on a stormy day, and she said that she felt as if everything was right in the world. My favorite response was from a lady who said she has colored since she was three using colored pencils. She continues to color but has enhanced her work using polymer clays. One gentleman purchased Rick’s coloring book for the activity department of the nursing home where his father resides so residents can reminisce about sites from Beaver and Allegheny counties. Now, that’s a good idea. Coloring—it’s just fun! BCSN Enjoy art at two upcoming events: * We are having a Senior Adult Coloring Party at Senior Day April 13, and check out the details in the Senior Day article. * Come out and view all types of art at the Center at the Mall Art Show. Show times are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 14 and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 15 and 16. The show is free and open to the public.

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Some adult coloring parties are taking place at the local libraries. I attended one at the Laughlin Memorial Library in Ambridge. I was intrigued because it was going to feature 1989 Ambridge High School graduate Rick Antolic, who was the illustrator and creator of Pittsburgh: A Coloring Book. It features two pages on Ambridge, one depicting Police Station Pizza and one page showcasing Ambridge, a Harmonist, St. John’s Lutheran Church, steel worker, pizza and a train. Rick talked about coloring books being available as early as the 1860s, and some early adult coloring books were published in the 1960s.

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Respite care is available to help families providing care for loved ones in their homes By Tesi Dye, Care Management Supervisor For Beaver County Senior News

espite is available to help families providing care to loved ones in their homes. At times, a loved one cannot be left alone due to their physical or cognitive impairments. This can result in their caregiver becoming isolated and stressed by the requirements of providing 24hour care. Often this stress results in the placement of their loved one in a nursing or personal care home. Respite care can provide the caregiver with regularly scheduled periods of time to recharge and take care of errands. A Care Manager can order a trained personal care aide to come and sit with the loved one. The caregiver might ask for respite every Tuesday from 1 to 5 p.m. and every Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. The caregiver runs errands and goes to doctor appointments on Tuesdays and goes out to dinner and the movies every Saturday evening. The caregiver knows that a trained aide will provide supervision, assist with meals or snacks and help with any needed bathing or toileting while she is away.

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Another type of respite available is Adult Day service. A caregiver can arrange to have their loved one attend one of the adult day centers anywhere from one to five days a week. Supervision is provided along with medication administration. A hot lunch and snacks are also available. The Adult Day staff assists with any needs such as toileting, ambulating and eating. Upon caregiver request, transportation and bathing can also be included. Structured activities, entertainment and socialization are an important part of the service. At times special events or field trips also occur. Adult Day Centers are located in Ambridge and Center Township. Older adults living in Hopewell may be interested in the Moon Township center. Anyone attending must have a physical and 2-step TB test completed by their physician prior to attending. Funding is available for these services. Requirements include a Level of Care and Needs Assessment, development of an individualized care plan and verification of the loved one’s income and assets. Spouse’s income must also be verified. If you are a caregiver and would like to take advantage of these valuable services, call the Beaver County Office on Aging and ask for the Information and Referral Department at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN

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Ombudsmen advocate for those who can’t By Tesi Dye, Ombudsman Supervisor For Beaver County Senior News Are you a resident of a nursing or personal care home or a consumer receiving long-term care services? Could you use some help with advocating for your rights and/or needs? Would you like to learn more about how you can advocate on your own? Would it help to have someone provide support by attending a care plan meeting with you? Are you having problems related to dignity and respect? Would you like assistance in trying to resolve these issues? The philosophy of the Ombudsman program is to “advocate for those who can’t, support those who can, and ensure all long-term care consumers live with dignity and respect.” The Beaver County Office on Aging Ombudsman team is available to help those needing assistance. They can provide information, education, support, advocacy and complaint investigation. To learn more, call (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN

Do you need help with Medicare?

he Beaver County Office Aging APPRISE program can help. It is a free health insurance counseling program designed to help Pennsylvanians with Medicare. Specially trained staff and volunteer counselors can answer your questions about Medicare and provide people with objective, easy –to-understand information about the insurance. How can APPRISE help you? 2 Advise anyone who is new to Medicare. 2 Discuss the Medicare Savings Program, which can help with the payment of the Part B premium. Assistance is available for a single individual with income under $1,337 per month and less than $7,280 in resources; and married with income under $1,802 per month and less than $10,930 in resources. 2 Discuss the Extra Help Program which can lower the prescription drug co-pays and premiums and cover the cost of the coverage gap (donut hole). The guidelines are: single with total monthly income of less than $1,485 and less than $13,640 in resources; and married with a total monthly income of less than $2003 and less than $27,250 in resources. To speak with an APPRISE counselor or to schedule an appointment, call (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN

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The Bridgewater Rochester Bridge, built in 1933, goes from Bridge Street in Bridgewater and over the Beaver River into Rochester. The structure type is Metal 11 Panel Rivet-connected Parker through truss and approach. Approach spans are Metal 8 Panel Rivet-connected Parker Pony Truss, fixed. There is an urban legend that the bridge is shaped like a beaver since it goes over the Beaver River; however, it is a fun myth as there is a resemblance to a beaver to some of the local residents. Some of the websites regarding bridges and their history even discuss this legend, but there is no proof that it was designed to be a beaver. BCSN

Seniors on the Web Timegoesby.net/weblog: This is an elder blog which discusses ageism, crabby old ladies, culture, elder music, gray matters, health, other interesting stuff and reflections. BCSN

Senior Adult Coloring Party at Senior Day

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Join us for a Senior Adult Coloring Party at the April 13 Senior Day from 10 a.m. to noon, inside Center at the Mall, located in the Beaver Valley Mall next to Hallmark.

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Entertainment will feature watercolorist Douglas H. Brown, who will be giving demonstrations. He will be the jurist for the upcoming Art Show at Center at the Mall from April 14 to 16. You can relax and enjoy being creative, as there will be an area available to sit down with adult coloring sheets, colored pencils and crayons. Upon registration, each attendee will receive a small coloring book with crayons, while supplies last. A wide variety of vendors will provide the latest information on senior services and programs, and plan on getting your blood pressure checked. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a doughnut during the event. The event, sponsored by the Beaver County Office on Aging and premier sponsors Medic Rescue and Concordia Visiting Nurses, is the number one resource in Beaver County for personal, “on the spot” consultation and information for older adults all in one convenient location. For more information, call the Beaver County Office on Aging at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN

* Thank you to everyone who helped the Beaver County Office on Aging with its 29th annual Surprises for Shutins program. Through all your generous donations and help, 481 isolated older adults received a bag of gifts and a friendly visit during the Christmas holiday. We truly have some amazing supporters who donate funds and new, practical gifts for the recipients. Equally amazing are the 105 volunteers who helped us wrap gifts, the four who assembled the gift bags and the 21 who helped deliver gifts. Together, they provided 384 volunteer hours in order to brighten the holiday of the isolated elderly. We received many phone calls and thank you notes from the recipients expressing the practicality of the gifts, the opportunity to open some wrapped gifts, the visit of the deliverer and the knowledge that they were remembered. In 29 years, 9,757 deliveries have been made. * Are you looking for Famers Market Nutrition Program vouchers? They will be here in June! Look for the schedule in the May issue of the Beaver County Senior News. BCSN

Carrot Salad

Senior center menus

4 4 carrots, shredded 4 1 apple, peeled, cored and shredded 4 1 T. lemon juice 4 2 T. honey 4 ¼ c. slivered almonds 4 Salt and pepper to taste

Call the following senior centers for menu information and reservations: Aliquippa (724) 857-9989; Baden (724) 869-4224; Center at the Mall (724) 728-1422; New Brighton (724) 846-1959; Midland (724) 869-4224. BCSN

Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Chill before serving. BCSN

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Center at the Mall Center at the Mall (CATM), Beaver Valley Mall, Monaca, will offer the following activities: 2 Skin care program at 9:30 a.m. April 4. 2 Sugar and blood testing at 10 a.m. April 7. 2 Heritage Hospice at 10 a.m. April 7. 2 Woodcarver workshop at 11 a.m. April 9. 2 Bunco league at 2 p.m. April 12. 2 Senior Day at the Mall at 10 a.m. April 13. 2 Art show April 14 to 16. 2 Birthday lunch with entertainment at 11:30 a.m. April 14. 2 Safe Drivers renewal course at 8 a.m. April 18. 2 Spaghetti dinner fundraiser at 5 p.m. April 20. 2 Healthy Steps at 8:30 a.m. April 21. Visit www.centeratthemall.com for all programs, events and fitness center hours and class schedule. Call (724) 728-1422 to make reservations for upcoming events and programs. Follow the center on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CenterattheMall. BCSN

Baden Circle of Friends Circle of Friends, 371 Linmore Ave., Baden, will offer the following events: H Progressive Home Health from 11 a.m. to noon April 7. H Annual Ladies Tea April 16. Cost is $11. H Healthy Steps from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 19. H Pinochle tournament April 13 and 27. Line dance classes are held from 10:30 a.m. to noon Mondays. Exercise room is open for all ages during center hours. Call (724) 869-4224 or visit circleoffriendsbeaver.com for a complete schedule. BCSN

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Circle of Friends New Brighton, Holy Family Parish, will offer the following events: H Dance with Wally Merriman from 7 to 10 p.m. April 9. Cost is $7 per person, snacks available. H Card party from 2 to 6 p.m. April 11. Cost is $6. H Meadows trip April 18, leave the center at 9 a.m. H Welcome spring bingo from 10 a.m. to noon April 22. Cost is $5 and includes lunch. H Healthy Steps program from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 29. Ballroom dancing is offered at 12:30 p.m. every Monday and Friday; line dancing is from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. Call (724) 846-1959 or visit circleoffriendsbeaver.com for a complete schedule. BCSN

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The Beaver County Office on Aging

Serving you: • “Surprises for Shut-ins” • Information and Referral • Ombudsman Service • PDA Waiver Program • Domiciliary Care • Care Management • Benefits Counseling • Senior Day • Pre-admission Assessment • Family Caregiver Support Program • APPRISE Program • PrimeTime Health Program • Nursing Home Transition Beaver County Commissioners Sandie Egley, Chairman Daniel C. Camp III Tony Amadio Linda L. Hall, Administrator Beaver County Office on Aging

Services provided through subcontractors: • Adult Day Care • Attendant Care • Chore Service • Home Companion • Home Delivered Meals • Homemaker • Home Safe Home

• Legal Services • Personal Care • Protective Services • Respite Care • Senior Centers • Transportation

For more information, call or visit our office at 1020 Eighth Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Office Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone: (724) 847-2262 (Local) (888) 548-2262 (Long Distance) TDD (724) 728-5700 Website: www.beavercountypa.gov/office-aging

Senior Day-Travel With Us The #1 Resource in Beaver County for personal, “on the spot” consultation and service for older adults all at one convenient location!

Proudly brought to you by ~ The Beaver County Office on Aging and Premier Sponsors: Medic Rescue ~ Concordia Visiting Nurses The next Senior Day will be held from 10 a.m. to noon April 13 inside Center at the Mall, located in the Sears corridor of the Beaver Valley Mall, next to Hallmark. Read Beaver County Senior News for more information. Call (724) 847-2262 for information.

Center at the Mall

Senior center and therapy services at Beaver Valley Mall.

VNA, Western Pennsylvania Home Care & Hospice programs

Lutheran Service Society

Meals on Wheels, Senior Centers, HUD housing.

LIFE Beaver County

Living Independence for the Elderly in partnership with Heritage Valley Health System.

SilverSmart Technology TM

Technology assistance for seniors, including home assessments, hotline for questions, catalogue of devices and technology tips.

Valley Care Adult Day Center

Adult day center services in Ambridge and Moon Township.

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Entertainments and Events * The Times Home and Garden Show is set to take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 2 at the Community College of Beaver County, Athletics and Events Center, One Campus Drive, Monaca. See what’s new and cool for your home and garden. There will be a variety of exhibitors, prizes, speakers, clinics and workshops. Fun for the whole family. All concessions benefit the Beaver County Humane Society. Cost is $5 in advance; children ages five and under are free. Call (724) 775-3200. ext. 133 or visit timesonline.com/homeandgarden. * The 39th annual maple syrup festival will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 2 and 3 at Bradys Run Park Lodge, Brighton Township. Enjoy all-you-can-eat buttermilk and/or buckwheat pancake breakfast served with 100% pure maple syrup made in Bradys Run Park. Festival features Mountain Men encampments,

handmade crafts, pony-rides, entertainment on two stages, stoneground flour and more. Free admission and parking, cost for breakfast is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Call (724) 378-1701 or visit beavercountyconservationdistrict.org. *Oldies Night will be presented by Genevans at 7:30 p.m. April 15 at Geneva College, John White Chapel, 3200 College Ave., Beaver Falls. Admission is free. Call (724) 847-6540. * Meet at Watts Mill Road, South Beaver Township, for a free North Country Trail Indian Rock Hike at 1 p.m. April 17. Shuttle to Hodgson Road for a 2.5-mile hike back to Watts Mill Road. Dress for the weather, wear appropriate footwear, bring drinking water and a snack for a break along the way. Call (724) 827-2350 or visit northcountrytrail.org/wam.

* Enjoy an afternoon with tea and tea sandwiches from 1:30 to 4 p.m. April 17 at the Center Township Fire Hall, 3385 Brodhead Rd., Aliquippa, to support pets in need of “furever” homes. There will be raffles, entertainment and some beloved pets strutting their stuff. Feel free to wear your finest tea hats and attire. Reservations required. Cost is $25. Call (724) 266-6108 or visit www. beavercountyhumanesociety.org. * The Rochester Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual chili cook-off at 5 p.m. April 20 at Bradys Run Park Lodge, Brighton Township. A variety of local restaurants compete to see who will win the title of Best Chili in Beaver County. Two awards will be given. One is the “People’s Choice Award” which you will be the judge and one is the “Judge’s Choice Award.” Cost is $20 and includes chili, fries, chicken wings, beer and beverages. Call (724) 728-4998.

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Spacious One and Two Bedroom Apartments • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • On-site Management and Maintenance • Carpet/Blinds on All Windows • Individually Controlled Heat & Air Conditioning • Generous Closet Space • Potential Rapid Occupancy • No Application Fee • All Utilities Included in Rent • Income Limits Apply April 2016 • Beaver County Senior News

• 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $38,950; 2 Persons $44,500

Koppel Terrace Senior Apartments Maintenance Free, Garden Style Apartments For persons 55 years of age and older Corner of 1st Avenue and Richard Street in Koppel 19 spacious, fully carpeted 1 and 2 bedroom apartments One Bedroom $400 Two Bedrooms $500 plus electric Water, sewage and garbage included. Fully equipped with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and garbage disposal. On-site laundry facilities are also available.

For additional information and application packet, call (724) 775-4535. Income restrictions apply. Annual income must not exceed: $29,220 one person; $33,360 two persons

Leetsdale Manor

27 Spencer Street, Leetsdale, PA 15056 Rent-Assisted Housing for Persons Ages 62 and Older 1 bedroom apartments w/ equipped kitchens, wall-wall carpet, A/C, balconies, community room, laundry facility, limited off-street parking and Secure intercom system. HUD has mandated that an admission priority be implemented for households whose incomes are 30% of the area median income or less. Income limits apply (gross annual income) • 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income eligibility• 1 Person...$24,350 • 2 Persons ...$27,800

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Entertainments and Events * Aliquippa Elks Cash Bash will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. April 23 at Aliquippa Elks Lodge 1221, 2655 Brodhead Rd., Aliquippa. There will be a drawing every 15 minutes. Food, beer, Chinese auction, strip tickets, corn hole toss and games of chance. Winner eligible for $10,000 or car based on following night’s daily number. Must be 21 and older. Raffle tickets are $20; general admission is $10. Call (724) 3754611 or visit www.aliquippaelks.org. * The annual Air Heritage Pig Roast will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. April 30 at the Air Heritage Hanger, 35 Piper St., Chippewa. A whole pig will be roasted over a charcoal fire served with all the fixings prepared by the Air Heritage expert chefs. Aircrafts will be on display and open for touring. Cost is $15. Call (724) 843-2820. * An adult fishing derby will take place from 7 to 11 a.m. May 1 at Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Rd., Aliquippa. Prizes will be awarded

for largest Trout, largest fish and most fish caught. Must have valid PA fishing license. No live minnows. Cost is $3 per rod with a 2 rod limit per person. Additional prizes for tagged fish. Must be 16 years of age or older to participate. Registration is at 6 a.m. Call (724) 3781460 or visit hopewelltwp.com. * A Hamilton-Gibson Choir performance will take place at 7 p.m. May 5 at Old Economy Village, Feast Hall, 270 16th St., Ambridge. Admission is free. Call (724) 266-4500, ext. 101 or visit oldeconomyvillage.org. * The HEROES Project is set to take place at 7:30 p.m. May 6 and at 2 p.m. May 7 at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, One Lincoln Park, Midland. Sponsored by Henry Mancini Academy, the H.E.R.O.S. Project is an original stage production based on the lives and stories of local veterans written by the HMAA students and professional

artists. Cost is $10. Call (724) 576-4644 or visit manciniheroesproject.org. * A free bus trip for WWII and Korean war era veterans is scheduled for May 26 to visit the World War II National Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial and others time permitting. Leave early and return between 9 and 10 p.m. Box lunch type meals and beverages are provided. We want to fill every seat with a veteran, therefore we are unable to accommodate family, spouses or friends. In order to make these trips free for the veterans we accept donations. For reservations or information, call (724) 709-3614. * The Hookstown Grange annual Memorial Day Car Cruise will take place from noon to 3 p.m. May 30 at Hookstown Fairgrounds, 1198 State Rt. 168, Hookstown. Dash plaques for the first 50 vehicles. Lunch will be served in the Grange Hall Cafeteria. Call (724) 573-9044. BCSN

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ranciscan Manor is Beaver County’s premier senior living community, reminiscent of the charm and character of a bygone era. Nestled in an area known for its innovation, our community maintains a fresh approach to senior living care.

Franciscan Manor offers: • 24-hour Nursing Care • Rehabilitation Services • Programmed Activities

• Nutritious Chef-Prepared Meals • Housekeeping Services

April 2016 • Beaver County Senior News

RANCISCAN M ANOR S ENIOR L IVING

Top 10 Cities

Listed in each question are things associated with a city, name the correct city. Answer them all correctly for a chance to win $30 cash. 1. What city is associated with O’Hare International Airport, Frank Lloyd Wright and The Flamingo Sculpture?___________

6. Jean Drapeau, the 1976 Olympics and the St. Lawrence River are all associated with what Canadian city?________________

2. Playa del Este, Fidel Castro and La Habana Vieja all find their home in what Latin American city?________________

7. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Battery Park are all associated with what popular U.S. city?_________________

3. Where are The Bellagio Hotel, the Luxor Pyramid and The Strip located?___________________________________

8. Puget Sound, Starbucks and the Space Needle are all associated with what western city?_____________________

4. Hollywood, the 1984 Olympics and Grauman’s Chinese Theater are all associated with what popular city?___________

9. Stanley Park, the 2010 Olympics and Granville Island are all associated with what Canadian city?__________________

5. El Zocalo, Mariachi bands and Templo Mayor can all be found in what Latin American city?_______________

10. 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Jefferson Monument and the Potomac River are all found in this capital city._______________

To enter, mail your answers to Beaver County Senior News Contest, P.O. Box 11126, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. One entry per person. Correct entries will be eligible for our drawing. One winner will be drawn. Entries must be received by the 15th of this month. Answers will be published in the next edition of Beaver County Senior News.

Name________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Phone____________________________Age________________

Congratulations to Glenda Fakin who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. Startling; 2. Starling; 3. Staring; 4. String; 5. Sting; 6. Sing; 7. Sin; 8. In; 9. I; 10. None.

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Beaver Elder Care and

Rehabilitation Center A GUARDIAN ELDER CARE FACILITY 616 Golf Course Road Aliquippa, PA 15001 Phone: (724) 375-0345 Now offering Outpatient Therapy along with Short-Term Rehabilitation.

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INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES An Office of Sewickley Valley Medical Group 1155 Merchant St., Ambridge, PA 15003 100 Hazel Lane, Sewickley, PA 15143

Phone: (412) 749-6821

Accepting New Patients Richard G. Cassoff, M.D. Stephanie L. Perry, M.D. George B. Cheponis, M.D. Hans J. Fuchs, M.D. Sarah Miller, PA-C

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April 2016 • Beaver County Senior News

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