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Alan Shadgett finds volunteering to be “an absolutely wonderful trade-off, and completely mutually beneficial.” He works for the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Pittsburgh Opera.
Allegheny County seniors find gratification in volunteering for Pittsburgh cultural arts and science organizations By Gina Mazza For Pittsburgh Senior News After retiring at age 65 from a 45-year career with Westinghouse, Alan Shadgett suddenly “didn’t have quite enough to do.” He was always interested in the cultural arts so he picked up the phone and called the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater to inquire about volunteering.
“After working in the industrial world for so long, I discovered the excitement, skill and artistic vigor of the ballet,” says Alan, 80, of Allegheny Center. “It transported me to a beautiful new world with a culture and skill that is quite different from anything in my industrial past. It’s a great pleasure to do this work
and it adds a fulfilling new dimension to my life.” Alan also initially thought of the PBT because his oldest son, Lane, studied in the company’s intensive program while in high school. “Lane’s heart belonged to ballet but he went on to study at Harvard and now Continued on page 6
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Dinners are served to church members within the Pittsburgh area on the fourth Sunday of every month. Taking guidance from Proverbs 22:6—“training up children in the way they should go”—Hazel’s vision is to offer youth an opportunity to experience the benefits of home economics. Hazel also serves as president of the Willie E. Ellard Education Ministry, which recognizes youth in the congregation who have achieved Citizenship and Academic Honor Roll. She encourages every child to continue their education by letting them know that they are the key to an empowering future. Hazel was also program coordinator for the Lemington Community Services Senior Center. She now coordinates the center’s birthday celebration brunch, which honors on average 80 seniors monthly. Congratulations to Hazel on this award and well deserved recognition. PSN
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Hazel is a former economics teacher at Peabody and Westinghouse Hazel Jackson High Schools. She is dedicated to helping the youth and elderly. Her current focus is improving the lives of Pittsburgh area youth through a culinary program and food service ministry that she founded and established at St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church, located on Lincoln Avenue in Pittsburgh. Under Hazel’s direction, 20 trainees ages 12 and older help out with the program. They learn and manage all aspects of the dining experience, including set up, serving customers and cleaning with an attitude of love and respect.
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Allegheny County seniors find gratification in volunteering for Pittsburgh cultural arts and science organizations Continued from page 1 works in Hollywood writing movies,” Alan explains. “That was my first introduction to the PBT, when I would pick him up from the main offices after class.” For 12 years now, Alan has served as a PBT volunteer docent at the Benedum Center, conducting informative backstage tours for patrons. “He is extremely knowledgeable about the history of the theatre, as well as the background of the ballet, and is one of our best and most-trusted docents,” says Meghan McNamara, PBT’s marketing and media relations manager.
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If you’ve ever taken the backstage tour before a PBT performance, you have probably met Alan. “I’m the go-to guy,” he says, “basically helping with the groups that come through or those who have a special relationship with the ballet.” If you haven’t taken the tour, Alan encourages you to do so. “We talk about the types of organizations that perform at the Benedum, which is a historic building, so we get into the restoration process and its history. Since the dancers are right there warming up, you get to see the dancers, learn about the principals and soloists, who is performing what roles and where they come from. It’s a pretty entertaining tour and I’m always delighted that people enjoy it as much as they do. Of course, if there are young people interested in dance on the tour, you can’t drag them away!” Alan also regularly volunteers at the PBT’s administrative offices, providing support with a variety of educational projects and outreach programs. “I go almost every Thursday and do everything from creating program handouts in braille and preparing large print programs for sight-impaired patrons, to helping with tickets and filing. I focus on what the organization needs to have done, which can be quite a variety of things.”
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Volunteer Alan Shadgett works at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre offices, as well as during performances at the Benedum Center. Beyond his volunteer work, Meghan notes, “Alan is also a subscriber and donor to the ballet, so he really supports the organization across the board.” The Carnegie Science Center on the North Shore is another excellent place to volunteer. “We have a great group of volunteers who generously give of their time each week,” comments Rose Jandrasits, volunteer and internship program manager. “Some of the areas in the center—like the Miniature Railroad and Village, Interactive Exhibits and the Welcome Center—would not be able to function without their help.” Bob J. Roberts, 76, of Ross Township started volunteering with the Carnegie Science Center 13 years ago after retiring from a career in sales. A friend who was volunteering there at the time encouraged him to inquire. “It’s something I’ve always been interested in because I used to take my kids down there when they were young,” Bob says. “It’s great working with the young people who come through the center, and in a way, I get to be a kid myself every week.” Bob primarily helps out every Wednesday from 1 to 5 p.m. with the interactive
exhibits and demonstration theaters, and has logged more than 2,000 hours. He greets visitors, answers questions, monitors the gallery floor and keeps the exhibits in an orderly fashion. Bob also assists with presentations in the Works Theater. He helps with prep and setup of the shows, and is now learning how to present a show on his own. “In the simplest of terms, we explain ideas related to the world around us—things like how electricity works, or the difference between a gas, liquid and solid. In the Kitchen Theater, we talk about the science of cooking.” The best part of volunteering at the center is the interaction with the visitors, primarily young children, Bob says. “It’s great when you can impart something that might be new to them or expand on something that they already know. In summer, we get an awful lot of visitors from different states and different countries, and it’s wonderful to interact with all of these people. Overall, visitors from out of town seem to very impressed with our science offerings here in Pittsburgh.” Barbara Kelly, 73, of the North Side also volunteers at the Carnegie Science Center every Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., primarily in the Welcome Center. “I greet guests, check wristbands and answer any questions,” she says. On busy days and during special events like free admission days or during the Christmas holiday, Barbara works extra volunteer shifts, as needed, and assists with line/crowd control. As a former career human resources professional, Barbara enjoys interacting with and helping people, and has about 530 volunteer hours to date. The Pittsburgh Opera also thrives with help from volunteers. After signing on with the PBT, Alan still had spare time to give, so he “repeated the process with the Pittsburgh Opera. I go every Tuesday and work in their offices
Doing volunteer work with the opera and ballet keeps Alan “fully occupied and moving physically,” he says. “I look at it as something that is both useful to others and enjoyable to me. The organization gets something and I get something in return. I also get to see the performances, which I enjoy very much. It’s fascinating to get to know the performers, watch them develop and then see them in their roles onstage. It increases my enjoyment of the shows and adds a new dimension that you couldn’t get by just buying a ticket. I find it to be an absolutely wonderful trade-off, and completely mutually beneficial. It’s about as good as it gets as far as a volunteer activity.” Chuck LeClaire/Pittsburgh Senior News
Carnegie Science Center volunteer Barbara Kelly helps out every Friday and during special events. doing things on the computer, like desktop publishing to help produce their publications and helping with the live video broadcasts from The Met in New York City. I work at the information table and in the lounge for contributors, pouring bottles of wine or whatever they need me to do.”
Alan has no plans to “retire” from volunteering. “As long as I can run up and down the stairs at the Benedum, that’s my test,” he says. “I’m not as spry as I used to be but nonetheless, I’m still spry enough. I take it one year at a time.” Barbara agrees that volunteering is a good way to spend one’s time. “It does a lot of good, especially for those who live alone—which I don’t—but it makes you go out of the house and you come back very glad that you’ve gone. It’s very satisfying to help out an organization that does good work.” PSN
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Carnegie Science Center volunteer Bob Roberts performs an electricity demonstration in the Works Theater.
To learn more about volunteering with the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, call Meghan McNamara at (412) 454-9117. For information about volunteering with the Carnegie Science Center, call Rose Jandrasits at (412) 237-1621.
Looking to volunteer? Consider these options in the Pittsburgh area
American Red Cross Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter (888) 217–9599 www.swpa.redcross.org Community Impact (United Way of Allegheny County) (412) 456-6858 or (412) 255-1155 www.unitedwaypittsburgh.org Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) (412) 594-3606 www.pgh-casa.org Foster Grandparent Program of Southwestern PA (888) 217-9599 www.seniorcorps.gov/about/programs/fg.asp
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (412) 460-3663 www.pittsburghfoodbank.org Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (IVC) (412) 345-7420 www.olderadults.fswp.org North Hills Community Outreach (NHCO) Faith in Action/Open Your Heart to a Senior Aspinwall (412) 449-0151 North Boroughs/Bellevue (412) 307-0069 www.nhco.org/fia.htm OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring (412) 232-2021 Pittsburgh Cares (412) 471-2114 www.pittsburghcares.org
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Do you enjoy helping others? Or do you feel gratified by helping to support a cause that you believe in? If so, consider lending your time and talents as a volunteer. Below are a handful of options; or check with your favorite nonprofit organization to see what kind of difference you can make.
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Gene Kelly tribute reveals personal side of beloved film icon By Gina Mazza For Pittsburgh Senior News
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hen Patricia Ward first met legendary dancer, director and choreographer Gene Kelly in 1985, she had no concept of who he was. They met in Washington, DC, where she was the writer for a television special about The Smithsonian for which Gene was the host and narrator. Soon after, he invited her to California to write his memoir. “I fell in love with—and immediately became enchanted with—his use of words and his un-self-conscious brightness,” she remembers. “He was a natural blend of erudite gentleman and Pittsburgh street kid.” Gene and Patricia eventually married and were together until his death in 1996. Images of Gene on the big screen continue to captivate film and dance aficionados across the generations. His uniquely combined grace and athletic masculinity has made him a timeless icon, yet his
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admiring public knows very little about Gene, the man. That is why “Gene Kelly: The Legacy, An Evening with Patricia Ward Kelly” is such a delight. In this presentation, Patricia shares the more personal side of her husband. “Many people know and love the person they see up on the screen, but few know the many dimensions of the man
and his work,” reveals Patricia, who resides in Los Angeles. “They do not know that he was fluent in French, was a Shabbos Goy who spoke Yiddish, studied economics, memorized and wrote poetry, frequently read a book a day, and did The New York Times crossword puzzle in ink. That’s one of the things that is most rewarding for me about doing the show—sharing the little lower layers that make Gene come to life for people in new and interesting ways. Gene was very guarded and revealed little about himself in interviews. That he let down his guard and entrusted me with his story was a great privilege.” The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will present the show������������������������ at 7:30 p.m. on ������� Wednesday, May 21 at the Byham Theater in Pittsburgh. It offers an intimate look at the life of this dynamic and innovative artist who created some of the most iconic scenes in film history. Patricia’s live program combines rare and familiar film clips, previously unreleased audio
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recordings, personal memorabilia, and insights culled from her hours of interviews and conversations with her husband. The show is traveling to venues across the country and going abroad next year, but the Byham (formerly the Gaiety) is a particularly germane setting because the show explores how Pittsburgh and the old vaudeville houses and movie theatres shaped both the man and the creative artist. “I am very happy to be bringing the show to Gene’s hometown of Pittsburgh,” Patricia comments. “So much of who Gene was and what he accomplished is rooted here in his steel town upbringing and in the upheaval that he and his family experienced during the Great Depression. The theaters and movie houses that Gene frequented as a young boy . . . played an important role in his creative development, so it is an honor—and a kind of coming full circle—to bring his legacy to the place where it all began.” Patricia was inspired to launch the production in 2012 to commemorate the
centennial of Gene’s birth. It looks at “what drove and inspired him to create what he did,” she explains. “So many of his creations were innovative and revolutionary. It was his decision how the camera was used to capture dance, for example. I hope audiences come away with the depth of Gene’s knowledge and ability as an actor, dancer, director, the magnitude of his mind, his humanity, and the decency and integrity of this guy.” Patricia says that she is moved by the personal stories that people continue to share with her about her husband and how he inspired them at certain times in their lives. “Some remember being introduced to Gene’s movies by a parent or grandparent, and, of course, there are many for whom he was a first ‘love’—a crush that, in some cases, has lasted for decades,” she shares. “People ask me if it is difficult to do the show because it is so personal and emotional. In fact, sharing the stories helps to deal with the absence, as Gene remains current and continues to influence new generations.”
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“Truly personal—a rarity in tributes like these. I felt privileged to be there.”
Patricia is presently the sole trustee of The Gene Kelly Image Trust and creative director of Gene Kelly: The Legacy, a corporation established to celebrate Kelly’s artistry worldwide. She is now completing the definitive biography about her late husband. “He’s been gone 18 years, and he’s still the go-to guy with wide influence,” she says. “I get an email at least every other day from a young person somewhere in the world who says, ‘He’s the reason I’m a dancer, a choreographer, a brain surgeon. He’s my inspiration’.” PSN The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is a nonprofit arts organization whose mission is the cultural and economic revitalization of a 14-block arts and entertainment/ residential neighborhood called the Cultural District in downtown Pittsburgh. Tickets for “Gene Kelly: The Legacy, An Evening with Patricia Ward Kelly” are $20 to $40 and are available by calling (412) 456-6666, online at www.TrustArts.org or in person at Theater Square Box Office, 655 Penn Avenue.
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Entertainment and Events * The Squirrel Hill Active Senior Network meets every Friday from 3 to 4 p.m. in room C of the Squirrel Hill Library, 5801 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill. Bring your calendar to give and receive information about social and civic resources and opportunities. It’s fun to make plans, get out more and create friendships. Call Jean at (412) 242-8603 or Linda at (412) 521-3494. * Passavant Hospital Foundation presents a Heart and Stroke Symposium 2014 at 8 a.m. May 1 at the Passavant Hospital Foundation Conference Center and Legacy Theater, 9100 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township. This free expo will feature multiple speakers and offer free screenings, informational tables and vendor displays. Registration is free online at PassavantHopsitalFoundation.org.
* Chisels and Chips Carvers of North Pittsburgh, a wood carvers club, holds monthly meetings from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on the second Monday of every month at the Parkwood United Presbyterian Church, 4289 Mt. Royal Blvd., Allison Park, in the Fellowship Hall. All levels of experience and interest welcome. Call (724) 940-0034 for details. * A free health fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 6 at HealthSouth Harmarville, 320 Guys Run Rd. There will be more than 30 health-related vendors to provide information, activities, prizes and giveaways.
* The Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills will meet at noon on May 15 in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Old Clairton Rd. and Audrey Dr. in Pleasant Hills. Colonel (ret.) Nick Edinger will discuss his experiences in Vietnam, illustrated by slides. Cost for the lunch is $7. For additional information, or to indicate your intention to attend, call (412) 655-2000.
* Come and join the Green Tree Seniors on Wednesday, May 7 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Green Tree Fire Hall, 825 Poplar St., Green Tree. Enjoy a hot lunch of chicken marsala, pasta, salad, garlic bread and dessert for $9 per person. There will be entertainment after
* UPMC for Life and UPMC Livingat-home/Staying-at-home are teaming up again for Wellapalooza 2014. The event is scheduled for Friday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Macy’s Department Store Auditorium, 11th Floor, Downtown Pittsburgh, 400 Fifth Ave.
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for merchandise or food while at the game. Afterwards, the group will go to Steak ‘n Shake. Quest Coach transportation from Shaler Township, all taxes and gratuities included. Cost is $75 per person. Call (412) 487-1609 for more information. * Glenshaw AARP #3744 will host a trip to Branson, MO from October 7 to 12. Headliner comedian Yakov Smirnoff dinner show, Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies show, Dixie Stampede dinner show, Pierce Arrow show (with dinner at Shorty Small’s beforehand), and the Oak Ridge Boys. In addition, visit the award-winning Titanic Museum and shop at Branson Craft Mall with lunch at Pick in Porch. Breakfast and dinner daily while in Branson are included, plus two breakfasts at en route and return hotels, plus one lunch. Call (412) 487-1609 for flyer. PSN
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However, a large number of patients with stenosis may not need back surgery and can be treated with other methods, such as physical therapy, chiropractic, exercise, and medication. But we just don’t have enough good research to tell us which treatment works best for which patient and under which circumstances. This research study hopes to provide more information about the effectiveness of three common non-surgical choices for managing stenosis: 1) Medical care that involves prescription medications and/or spinal injections 2) Group exercise in supervised classes given in a community center setting 3) Hands-on (manual) therapy and rehabilitative exercises given in a clinic setting by physical therapists and chiropractors If you, a friend, or family member would like more information about participating in this study, please call the stenosis research phone line at (412) 623-1714.
Allegheny County senior centers host a great lineup of events for Older Americans Month By Gina Mazza For Pittsburgh Senior News
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very year, May has been the month to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults, as well as recognize their contributions and achievements. It is a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to honor the value that elders continue to contribute to our communities.
Historically, Older Americans Month has been a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons to our country, in particular those who defended our country. Every President since JFK has issued a formal proclamation during or before the month of May asking that the entire nation pay tribute in some way to older persons in their communities. Older Americans Month is celebrated across the country through ceremonies, events, fairs and other such activities.
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Members of the Allentown Senior Center stay fit through Aqua Aerobics.
This year’s Older Americans Month theme—“Safe Today, Healthy Tomorrow”—focuses on the importance of injury prevention in keeping older adults healthy and active. Did you know that older adults are at a much higher risk of unintentional injury and even death than the rest of the general population? Unintentional injuries result in millions of medically treated injuries and more than 30,000 deaths every year. Statistics may bear this out, but there are ways to stay safe. This will be the focus in the coming weeks during Older Americans Month: to help raise awareness about this critical issue, as well as serve to recognize older Americans as productive, active, and influential members of society.
OAM events around Allegheny County This month, senior centers throughout Allegheny County are helping seniors take control of their safety and live longer, healthier lives by offering a wide variety of fun activities. Over at one of the Allentown Senior Centers on Warrington Avenue in the South Side, planned events for this month include a Cinco de Mayo party, as well as gatherings in honor of Mother’s Day, Memorial Day and more. A physical therapist will give tips on “balance and fall prevention” on Wednesday, May 28. These are in addition to the roster of activities that are held on an ongoing basis through the Allentown Continued on page 16 Volume 5, Issue 9
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When Older Americans Month was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthdays. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty and there were few programs to meet their needs. Interest in older Americans and their concerns was growing, however. In April of 1963, President John F. Kennedy’s meeting with the National Council of Senior Citizens served as a prelude to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month.” Thanks to President Jimmy Carter’s 1980 designation, what was once called Senior Citizens Month, is now called “Older Americans Month,” and has become a tradition.
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center, many of which help older adults stay healthy and safe. Aqua Aerobics classes, for example, offer a great way to stay limber and strong. Held at the new YMCA downtown, these classes are provided by Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) and are free of charge to seniors. “Our gang at Allentown Senior Center just loves them,” says services and activities coordinator Cyndie Carioli. “We have ladies who have been going for a couple years and a few who just started this year.”
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“I LOVE this class!” exclaims Jan Dadig after practically every class. She has faithfully gone to it every Monday and Wednesday over the past few months, even despite inclement weather. CCAC also provides free classes through a partnership with the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (DHS/ AAA) and contracted senior centers throughout the years, including line dancing, Zumba exercise classes, healthy cooking, crafts, tai chi, mental aerobics and more. A popular OAM event that is in its third year is the Senior Picnic, to be held on Friday, May 30 at Renzie Park in McKeesport. “Last year, we sold out at 225 attendees so, yes, it’s always well attended and a lot of fun,” says Kim Rollinson, center services operations director for LifeSpan, which is hosting the event. It will include plenty of food, prizes and a Chinese auction, a DJ and dancing, and bingo.
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Members of Allentown Senior Center attend a Healthy Cooking class.
Speaking of dancing, two of LifeSpan’s regions—Bethel Park and Knoxville—are teaming up to host an Older Americans Dance on Tuesday, May 6 at The Royal Place, 2660 Library Road in the South Hills. The dance will include a delicious, nutritious catered lunch, dancing and prizes. To learn more, call the Knoxville center at (412) 381-6900. Lifespan also has a Card Party scheduled for May 29 at Chartiers Resource Center, 300 Lincoln Avenue in Carnegie. Call (412) 464-1300 to learn more. Also new on tap this year for Older Americans Month is a joint venture between LifeSpan, Allentown Senior Center, and the county’s Kane facilities. The event is a Cinco de Mayo party from 2 to 3 p.m. on Thursday,
May 1 at Kane Scott Hospital, located at 300 Kane Boulevard in Scott Township. “We’re very excited about this and we’re expecting a couple hundred people,” says Karen Seibel, regional manager at Lifespan. The event will include all things Mexican: traditional music, maracas, sombreros, helium balloons and such. “We will have things like chair dancing, so individuals don’t need to be physically active to participate,” Karen points out. Attendees will have an opportunity to get their photo taken with a sombrero and Mexican blanket. Refreshments and cookies will be served. To learn more, call Marci Donovan at Kane at (412) 429-3000. Other interesting events being planned around town include a Volume 5, Issue 9
It’s the perfect time of year for a walk outdoors. Join in the Spring Walk on May 30 in Squaw Valley Park on Fox Chapel Road in O’Hara Township. This outing is being sponsored in part by Catholic Youth Association. Call Gretchen Fay at (412) 621-3342 to register. The Penn Hills Senior Center, located at 137 Jefferson Road in Penn Hills, will host a health screening on May 9 with boxed lunches available to attendees. And what’s not to love about a sock hop? Hill House will host a Senior Sock Hop on May 10, so be sure to round up your bobby socks and poodle skirts. Dinner, a DJ and prizes are all part of the event. Call Eunice Boyd at (412) 392-4450 to learn more. “DHS/AAA encourages everyone to come out and take part in the celebrations,” says Jennifer Baker, DHS/AAA supervisor for Community Based and Entry Division, “and to pay tribute and acknowledge the contributions of older persons to our communities.” PSN For information on activities at a senior community center in your area or for information on other aging services, call the DHS/AAA SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460.
Older Americans Month 2014 event schedule May 1: Tea Party at Kane-Scott, 300 Kane Blvd., South Hills. Call Cyndie Carioli or Kim Rollinson at (412) 481-5220 or (412) 464-1300, ext. 145. May 5: Cinco de Mayo Party at Allentown Senior Center, 631 E. Warrington Ave., Allentown. Call Cyndie Carioli at (412) 481-5220. May 5: Vintage fashion show and lunch at noon at Riverview Community Action Corp., 501 Second St., Oakmont. Call Lynn Verratti at (412) 828-1062. May 6: Older Americans Dance at The Royal Place, 2660 Library Rd., South Hills. Call Kim Rollinson at (412) 4641300, ext. 145. Includes lunch, dancing and prizes. May 6: Older Americans Tea. Call Yvette Carey at (412) 307-1794. May 8: Party at Leland Resource Center, 5230 Wolfe Rd., Baldwin. Call Kim Rollinson at (412) 464-1300, ext. 145. May 9: Mother’s Day Party at Allentown Senior Center, 631 E. Warrington Ave., Allentown. Call Cyndie Carioli at (412) 481-5220. May 9: UPMC East Health Screening at Penn Hills Center, 147 Jefferson Rd., Penn Hills. Call Phyllis Paciulli at (412) 244-3400. May 9: Older American’s Month picnic at Vintage, 401 N. Highland Ave., North Side. Call Tom Sturgill at (412) 361-5003. May 10: Senior “Sock Hop” at Hill House Senior Service Center, 2038 Bedford Ave., Hill District. Call Eunice Boyd at (412) 392-4450. Wear your poodle skirts. Includes dinner, music (DJ) and prizes. May 15: The Great Circle, The Importance of Elders in our Society, The Native American View. Speakers from The Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Elders Program. Call Yvette Carey at (412) 307-1794. May 15: Ice Cream Social at Century III Mall, 3075 Clairton Rd., Level 2, West Mifflin. Call Kim Rollinson at (412) 4641300 ext. 145.
May 20: Ice Cream Social at Homestead Park. Call Kim Rollinson at (412) 4641300 , ext. 145. May 20: Genealogy Day; Memories of family, favorite recipes and family traditions (bring in pictures of loved ones and talk about familty). Call Yvette Carey at (412) 307-1794. May 21: Eye Doctor presentation about “Low Vision” and the safety repercussions at Allentown Senior Center, 631 E. Warrington Ave., Allentown. Call Cyndie Carioli at (412) 481-5220. May 23: Memorial Day themed picnic party at Allentown Senior Center, 631 E. Warrington Ave., Allentown. Call Cyndie Carioli at (412) 481-5220. May 23: Party with entertainment at Kane-McKeesport, 100 Ninth St., McKeesport. Call Kim Rollinson at (412) 464-1300, ext. 145. May 28: Physical Therapist presentation on “Balance and Fall Prevention” at Allentown Senior Center, 631 E. Warrington Ave., Allentown. Call Cyndie Carioli at (412) 481-5220. May 29: Card Party at Chartiers Resource Center, 300 Lincoln Ave., Carnegie. Call Kim Rollinson at (412) 4641300. May 30: Third annual senior picnic at Renzie Park, City of McKeesport. Call Kim Rollinson (412) 464-1300. Unscheduled Events: • Day Trip on Ducky Tours with gourmet meal at Seton Center, 1900 Pioneer Ave., Brookline, (trip to be scheduled once tours reopen for spring). Call Kayla Sims at (412) 344-4777. • 90+ Celebration of Life at Penn Hills Center, 147 Jefferson Rd., Penn Hills. Call Phyllis Paciulli at (412) 244-3400. • Spring Walk at Squaw Valley Park, Fox Chapel Road, O’Hara Township. Call Gretchen Fay at (412) 621-3342. Volume 5, Issue 9
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Vintage Fashion Show and Lunch— with beautiful senior ladies as models—at noon on Monday, May 5 at the nonprofit Riverview Community Action Corporation, 501 Second Street in Oakmont. Call Lynn Verratti at (412) 828-1062 to learn more. Or how about a Ducky Tour of the city with a gourmet meal afterward? This excursion is being planned by the Seton Center in Brookline. Call Kayl Sims at (412) 344-4777 to get details.
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May Menu Thursday, May 1: Open face meatloaf sandwich, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, pear cuts. Friday, May 2: Sweet and sour pork, brown rice, orange. Monday, May 5: Beef tips, whipped horseradish potatoes, carrot coins, peach cuts. Tuesday, May 6: Tuna baby pea salad, marinated tomatoes, sliced beets, fruit cocktail, oatmeal-raisin cookie. Wednesday, May 7, Older American’s Day: Chicken breast, gourmet potatoes, green beans, angel food cake. Thursday, May 8: Boneless pork loin, au gratin potatoes, broccoli, banana. Friday, May 9: Rotini with meat sauce, tossed salad, mandarin oranges. Monday, May 12: Roast turkey breast, diced potatoesl, baby Brussels sprouts, sliced pears. Tuesday, May 13: Roast beef au jus, scalloped potatoes, broccoli florets, peach slices. Wednesday, May 14, Birthday menu: Honey mustard chicken salad, potato salad, marinated grape tomatoes, brownie. Thursday, May 15: Baked cod with paprika, sweet and sour coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, apple. Friday, May 16: Meatloaf with gravy, garlic whipped potatoes, carrot coins, whole wheat bread, lime gelatin. Monday, May 19: Chicken breast au jus, yams, broccoli florets, apple. Tuesday, May 20, Election Day: Roast beef, vegetable medley, brown rice pilaf, orange. Wednesday, May 21: Turkey meatballs, parsley and chive potatoes, mixed vegetables, banana. Thursday, May 22: Tuna salad, potato salad, marinated green beans, cantaloupe cuts.
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Friday, May 23: Stuffed pepper with ground beef, whipped potatoes, carrot coins, chocolate pudding. Monday, May 26, Memorial Day: Closed. Tuesday, May 27: Shredded BBQ pork, oven browned potatoes, mixed vegetables: pineapple tidbits. Wednesday, May 28: Cold roast beef, Swiss cheese, pasta salad, marinated cucumbers, apple. Thursday, May 29: Baked cod, au gratin potatoes, broccoli florets, oatmeal-raisin cookies. Friday, May 30: Rigatoni with meat sauce, salad, peaches. This menu is for senior centers and home-delivered meals funded in part by the DHS AAA. Centers are open Monday through Friday. Call (412) 350-5460.
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or visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/aaa. Information and Assistance Service Partner Agencies At Senior Community Centers Allentown Senior Center (412) 481-5484 Catholic Youth Association (412) 621-3342 Citiparks (412) 422-6570 Eastern Area Adult Services, Inc. (412) 829-9250 Hill House Association Senior Services (412) 392-4450 Jewish Community Center (412) 521-8010 LifeSpan, Inc. (412) 464-1300
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Lutheran Service Society (412) 734-9330 Northern Area Multi-Service Center (412) 781-1176 Penn Hills Senior Center (412) 244-3400 Plum Senior Community Center (412) 795-2330 Riverview Community Action Corp. (412) 828-1062 Seton Center, Inc. (412) 344-4777 Vintage, Inc. (412) 361-5003
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Pittsburgh was home to many outstanding boxers the day and the winner of the fight between Billy Conn and my uncle was to receive a beautiful Indian headdress. I was in attendance and I had my eye on it the whole fight hoping my uncle would win and give me the headdress, but Conn won the bout and the headdress.”
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ears ago Pittsburgh saw several of its homegrown sons go on to become boxing champions, ranging from welterweight to the light heavyweight division. It was a long, tough road for these men to claim these titles and it often involved them fighting in the small mining and mill towns of West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Some other local boxing greats were Sammy Angott (lightweight champ) from Washington, PA and Teddy Yarosz (middleweight champ) from Monaca. Yarosz took on Conn three times in the ring with Conn winning all three fights on close decisions.
Billy Conn, one time light heavyweight champ from East Liberty, fought his first fight in Fairmont, West Virginia, in 1935. He was just 17. His purse for the four round affair was a paltry $2.50, just enough money to pay for gas and to get something to eat before the long ride back home. Many Pittsburgh seniors may remember the Fighting Zivic Brothers of Lawrenceville. Pete, Joe, Jack, Eddie and the youngest of the lot, Fritzie, all fared well in the ring. Pete and Jack fought in the 1920 Olympics, but it was Fritzie who proved to be the most outstanding. He was a welterweight and his bouts with Jake LaMotta and Sugar Ray Robinson are legendary.
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Fritzie’s older brother, Pete, along with his wife, Catherine, owned a tavern on 50th and Butler Streets in Lawrenceville. Down the street at 48th and Butler was Stokan’s, a tavern owned by Fritzie’s in-laws. On the outside wall of Stokan’s was a beautiful mural of Fritzie in a fighting stance with the inscription: “Fritzie Zivic Headquarters” printed above the mural.
Perhaps the greatest local boxer ever was Henry Greb from Garfield. Greb was a tough fighter who used every tactic he knew to secure a win. Sometimes boxing fans weren’t overly pleased with some of his methods. They let Greb know how they felt by littering the ring with bottles and rocks. Greb defeated Gene Tunney in
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Nutrition tips help us ease into warmer weather
By Judy Dodd, MS, RDN For Pittsburgh Senior News I t w a s a l o n g w i n t e r, wouldn’t you agree? Every time a hint of warm weather seemed to appear, the temperature dropped again, often to sub-zero degrees. Finally, I think we are safe in thinking about spring and even summer. Here are some summer nutrition tips to help you switch gears: 2 Get ready to start walking or exercising regularly because the baggy clothes are
coming off! Hopefully, you are already on a safe exercise regimen but if not, start now. Armchair exercises exist for those who have a mobility issue. The rest of us need to get 30 minutes to one hour of exercise at least five days a week. See your doctor first and a qualified exercise coach for guidance. And by all means, check your shoes for comfort and fit. Old or tight shoes won’t make it. 2 Clean the grill if you have an outside area for safe grilling. Or invest in a grill pan to make it easier to follow those health-smart grilling ideas. The same goes for your broiler, another alternative to grilling that is sometime ignored. 2 Start a small garden with a few herbs (basil and parsley grow in window pots)
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and some other vegetables that exist easily in small areas. Check out the location of the farm stands or markets with local in-season produce in your local area. 2 Do some spring cleaning of your pantry and storage areas. Outdated items, plastic ware without lids or that have seen their better days, scratched non-stick skillets or pans (they aren’t safe and don’t do the job they are intended to do) should all get tossed. 2 Invest in a glass container to use for cold tea or water, and have it in the refrigerator at all times, ready to enjoy. 2 Refresh your summer travel needs, including a sunscreen, a refillable water bottle and a sun hat.
2 Update your shopping list to include fresh lemons or limes to wash, slice and add to water. 2 Try some new foods that are in season. Spring greens are already in the market. Here is a quick salad recipe with limited added fat: Chop celery, carrots, green pepper and soak them in a small amount of balsamic or wine vinegar with some chopped basil or your favorite low-sodium seasoning mix. Add some dried cranberries or chopped nuts for an added touch. Spray washed greens (lettuce, spinach, romaine) with olive oil. Add the marinated veggies and you have a salad. Some crumbled feta or blue cheese can also be added for a flavorful chopped salad. Make it a meal with some sliced chicken or flaked tuna. PSN
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Caring for the Caregiver A Q&A with Gallagher Home Health Services A: In 2004, Diane Karcz, RN and her brother, Gary J. Gallagher, created this agency in honor of their mother, Iva R. Gallagher. They wanted to follow in her footsteps and “treat everyone like family.” Using this motto to guide them, the business has grown from three employees to 103, and one patient to an average daily census over 600. Gallagher Home Health Services has been named to the “Home Care Elite” every year since its inception, with top scores in improving patient outcomes and our community set us apart from our competitors. Q: What is the difference between Home Health Services and Home Care Services? A: Home Health Services include skilled care such as skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy, social services, home health aide
visits and mental health nursing (these are intermittent skilled visits provided in patients’ homes to help them recover from an illness, surgery or other medical condition). Home Care Services are typically non-medical services to help patients stay in their home safely, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, companion, homemaking, medication reminder and more. Care can be provided in hours, visits or shifts in the home. Q: Who typically pays for both Home Health and Home Care Services? A: Home Health Services must be ordered by a physician and are paid for by Medicare, Medicaid and a variety of commercial insurances. The recipient must meet certain criteria that may include homebound status to qualify for services. Home Care Services can be paid for through private pay, PDA Waiver, VA Services and most longterm care insurance policies.
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AARP puts focus on caregiver role, hosts local caregiving forum
By Barbara Bush AARP Communications Specialist For Pittsburgh Senior News
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t is time for us to begin the conversation about the needs of caregivers. Are you a caregiver or do you see yourself in this role at some future date? Perhaps you were the caregiver in the past. Discussing the importance of this role—for those who are
caregivers and for society as a whole—is crucial in order to better support the individuals (and their families) who choose to provide care in the home and community. Keep in mind that we may one day end up on the receiving end of our gracious caregivers. When AARP polled seniors about where they would like to live in their later years, the majority said that they prefer to stay in their homes and communities. AARP statistics relate that 1.8 million individuals currently are caring for aging relatives. AARP is planning a series featuring advice from local
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caregiving officials, as well as an AARP aging expert. We are fortunate to have this vital program here in the Pittsburgh area. We recognize that the caregiver has to have the support of other family members to succeed in keeping a balance between their role as an individual and a caregiver. This program will assist families planning for the future. It is aimed at connecting a better balance between home and community care and institutional settings. Save the date: Wednesday, May14. The program runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with check-in and refreshments beginning at 10:30 a.m. If you are interested or are thinking about care for you or a loved one, you are invited to join AARP Pennsylvania and United Way of Allegheny County at this Caregiving Forum. You will have the opportunity to listen to guest speakers County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, Mayor Bill Peduto and AARP’s nationally recognized caregiving Crossword Puzzle Answer (See page 31)
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expert Amy Goyer. Other speakers include a local family caregiver and representatives from the Jewish Healthcare Foundation, United Way of Allegheny County, Aging Institute, and Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (DHS/AAA), as well as local leaders and individuals presently providing care for loved ones in their community. Exhibitors will include DHS/AAA, AARP, United Way of Allegheny County, Family Links, Good Grief Center, Family Services of Western Pennsylvania, the Aging Institute and Lifespan. You will have the opportunity to voice your concerns, share experiences and make tangible suggestions to improve the process of this important role. PSN This free event will take place at The Pittsburgh Project, 2801 N. Charles Street, Pittsburgh 15214. Registration is required and space is limited. Visit http://aarp.cvent.com/ PA2014CaregivingForum-Pittsburgh or call (877) 926-8300.
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AARP News Birmingham AARP #2757 will meet at 12:30 p.m. May 28 at Birmingham United Church of Christ, 25 Carrick Ave. There will be bingo after the meeting. Coffee, tea and pastries will be served for a donation. Visitors are welcome. Dormont AARP #3016 will meet noon May 8 at the former Dormont Presbyterian Church, Potomac and Espy Aves., Dormont. Learn of possible changes that may affect the chapter due to the church’s new owners. Glenshaw AARP #3744 will meet at 7 p.m. May 13 at Elfinwild Presbyterian Church, 3200 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. The meeting will be followed by refreshments and entertainment. Kennedy AARP Chapter #2203 would like to invite seniors 55 and older to join meetings held at noon on the fourth
Tuesday of each month at the Kennedy Township Fire Hall, Pine Hollow Road. The meeting is followed by refreshments and bingo. Every other month there is entertainment. Call (412) 7715183 for more information. Moon Area AARP #3451 will meet at 11:30 a.m. May 22 for their annual covered dish luncheon at Sharon Presbyterian Church, 522 Carnot Rd., Moon Township. Bring a covered dish, no desserts, and table setting. The meeting will be held after the luncheon. New members and guests welcome. Call Angie at (412) 264-6810. Perrymont AARP Chapter #2991 located in Northmont Church at the corner of Perrymont Road and Route 19 in the North Hills holds meetings at 11:30 a.m. every third Thursday of the month from September through May. A light lunch is
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The University of Pittsburgh is conducting a research study of people who have trouble sleeping as well as healthy adults who sleep well to learn more about insomnia and how it is affected by a nonmedication treatment.
To be eligible, you must be 60 or older and: • have difficulty falling or staying asleep or feel poorly rested after sleeping • or be a good sleeper at night and not feel sleepy during the daytime By sharing your time and participating, you may be able to help researchers find out more about improving sleep and quality of life in later years. Participants will be compensated for their time.
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Local authors team up to share history of Millvale
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businesses and social organizations, such as the Baeuerlein Brewing Company. The modern history of Millvale is also discussed, including how the area was never annexed by Pittsburgh but governs independently, even owning and operating its own water and electric plants.
ocal authors and Millvale natives Bill Stout and Jean Domico have teamed up to publish a pictorial history of Millvale, as part of Arcadia Publishing’s Images of America series. Millvalle includes a vast collection of images, the majority of which have been donated from the private collections of local residents, to create a visual history of the area. Bill and Jean’s knowledge of the area comes from being raised locally by families that actively participated in the development of the town. The book presents a wide range of topics that present the history of Millvale from its earliest days to its churches, schools, businesses and social outlets in a concise manner. Images allow readers to see rare views of the iron mill of Graff, Bennett & Co. in the “mill in the valley,” which Millvale was named after. Common scenes of days gone past depict
“We hope this book will inspire others to understand and explore Millvale’s long forgotten history and in doing so, will work to rejuvenate the borough,” Bill shares. “ In 2018, Millvale will celebrate its 150th anniversary, and we would like this book to be a reminder of its historical importance for future generations,” Jean adds.
the hardworking German, Irish and Slavic immigrants that called the area home and opened up their own small
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with a substantial background in project and computer operations management. After retiring, Jean developed her artistic talents through lampworking glass in Florida, where she had a small business. Since moving back to her hometown of Millvale in 2011, Jean has focused her interest in history on researching Millvale’s history, especially its iron mill of Graff, Bennett, & Company. She is a volunteer docent at the Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh and a member of various local historic organizations including the Allegheny City Society.
About the Authors of Millvale Bill Stout was born and raised in Millvale. He attended North Catholic High School (1969) and Indiana University of Pennsylvania (1973). Following graduation his careers took him away from the area for 40 years. In the 70’s and 80’s Bill’s work with the Federal Bureau of Investigation took him to Washington, D.C., Monterey, CA and New York, NY. His second career in the art world included the J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, CA (1988-89); The Frick Collection, NY, NY (1990-2001); and the WG Stout Art Consulting firm of New York City. In 1988 he received a Master of Arts in Museum Studies from the Fashion Institute of Technology, NY, NY. Bill was named a Distinguished Alumni of IUP in 2001. He returned to Millvale in 2009 and moved into his family home. Now retired, Bill has enjoyed contributing to the well being of his hometown as his family has done for generations. He joined a grassroots community organization, which created the first-ever public library in
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Millvale authors Bill Stout and Jean Domico.
Millvale. In keeping with his hopes for the town’s long-term development, Bill ran, was elected and is serving a 4-year term on the 7-member Council of the Borough of Millvale. Bill enjoys reading, movies, exploring art museums, historical tourism and the many cultural offerings in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Reconnecting with local friends and family members has been a special pleasure of life in Millvale. It was Bill’s family connections to Millvale that prompted him to write this book. Born and raised in Millvale, Jean Domico is a retired Prudential executive,
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A graduate of Mount Alvernia High School, Jean received her Bachelors of Arts degree from Wheeling Jesuit University and a Masters in Archaeology and Heritage Management from the University of Leicester, UK. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Village Inn, a Revolutionary War tavern in Englishtown, NJ and has dug at Arbeia, the supply fort for Hadrian’s Wall in England. She hopes one day to publish a historical fiction on the Wars of the Roses in 15th century England but in the meantime, explores the artistic and historic outlets of Greater Pittsburgh. She hopes that this book will bring back fond memories of Millvale for the reader and will inspire them to start researching its long forgotten history and that of their families. PSN
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The book presents a wide range of topics that present the history of Millvale from its earliest days to its churches, schools, businesses and social outlets in a concise manner.
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It’s time to play ball! Pittsburgh Pirates trivia answers
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By Ronald Zembruski For Pittsburgh Senior News 1. Boston Americans (later 12. Dale Long renamed Red Sox) 13. Roy Face 2. John “Honus” Wagner 14. Harvey Haddix 3. Casey Stengel 15. Bob Prince 4. Paul and Lloyd Waner 16. Hal Smith 5. Ralph Kiner 17. Wilmer “Vinegar Bend” Mizell (He was walking 6. 457 feet under the stands from the 7. Danny Murtaugh bullpen to the dugout to become the pitcher for the 8. Dick Groat possible 10th inning) 9. Danny and Johnny 18. Vernon Law O’Connell 10. Bob Friend
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I marked the spot Two friends rented a boat and fished in a lake every day. One day they caught 30 fish. One guy said to his friend, “Mark this spot so that we can come back here again tomorrow.”
The first one said, “You stupid fool! What if we don’t get that same boat today!?!?” The very bad accident
Two men got out of their cars after they collided at an intersection. One took a flask from his pocket and said to the other, “Here, maybe you’d like a nip to calm your nerves.” “Thanks,” he said, and took a long pull from the ur library,container. “Here, you have one, too,” Move-in to handing he added, back the whiskey. “Well, I’d rather not,” said the first. “At least not until after the police have been here.”
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5. This country’s capital is Lima and it is home to Macchu Picchu. What country is it? A. Philippines; B. Panama; C. Peru; D. Palau
2. What country is home to the ancient monument Stonehenge? A. Ethiopia; B. Egypt; C. Ecuador; D. England
6. What is the biggest country in the world in terms of land area? It is home to Moscow and St. Petersburg. A. Rwanda; B. Russia; C. Romania; D. Reunion
3. Which of these countries was hit by a major earthquake in 2010? Its capital is Port-au-Prince. A. Hungary; B. Hong Kong; C. Haiti; D. Honduras 4. Nearly 18,000 islands belong to this country, and Jakarta is its largest city. Which country is it? A. Iceland; B. Iran; C. India; D. Indonesia To enter, mail your answers to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh Senior News.
7. Which of these countries is situated in North Africa and is a great spot for the sun-loving? A. Tajikistan; B. Tunisia; C. Taiwan; D. Turkey 8. Which country borders both Oman and Saudi Arabia? A. Yugoslavia; B. Yangzi; C. Yell; D. Yemen Name________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Phone____________________________Age________________
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Entertainers
Great songs sweetly sung-musical theater, big band, ethnic and folk, oldies, operetta and opera. Catherine Bomstein (412) 600-0577. Entertainment: Christmas (Mrs. Claus), St. Patrick’s (Leprechaun), Patriotic, Hawaiian Luau, Ethnic (Italian, Mexican, etc.) Strolling Mandolin, Sing-aLong, Affordable! (412) 731-1322. Always fun! John Cigna’s favorite entertainer, Jimmy Sapienza, and his gifted blind pianist, Keith Stebler, are ready to perform for your group. Email: jimmy.sapienza@verizon.net. Call Jimmy (412) 916-6055. Don’t delay. Reserve your date today. Laughter Yoga, laugh your socks off without jokes. Call (412) 271-7660, email dmdixierussell@aol.com or visit www.compassionatelaughter.net. Pianist Craig Zinger. Knockout Victor Borge-style show: Boogie, hilarious parodies (Pierogi Polka), toe-tapping singalongs. (412)-608-8429. Sings 50’s and 60’s love songs for seniors. Call Brian (724) 205-1429. Singer-Songs of Love by Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, Bobby Vinton and other all time favorites. Bob (412) 487-3134. Frankie Capri presents The Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Tribute Variety Show. (412) 469-2299. Comedy Magician Al Mazing (412) 600-4903 or almazing.com. Sue Gartland: Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist; Folk and Country Music (724) 889-6986. Singing for AARP, Christmas, Valentines, Birthdays, featuring Dean, Elvis, Frank, Oldies. Bob (412) 487-3134. Ventriloquist Cindy Speck. Seniors are my favorite audience. (724) 452-5889. Everything Old Is New Again, a lighthearted musical comedy by Sheila Cartiff. Entertainer available for day or evening performances. Contact Sheila (412) 856-1259 or lesshe403@verizon.net. Ray Ryan. Solo ragtime piano and dance trio. (412) 331-8368. Dennis Smalley sings Inspirational Songs and Military Tributes (412) 901-6327. Joe Marotta: Singer/Showman. (724) 836-3362. Patty Hahn, Vocalist. Featuring the “Hits of Rosemary Clooney” and songs from the 40’s and 50’s. (412) 793-2637. Master Magician Chuck Caputo. Live bunnies/birds. Reasonable. (412) 825-0822. Bobby Shawn. Singer-entertainer. (724) 745-3064. Dean, Rock and Roll and A Little Blue-Eyed Soul. (412) 605-9536. Popular Broadway Songs from South Pacific, Carousel, Camelot, Sound of Music, Showboat and King and I. Bob (412) 487-3134. Patti Eberle. Comedy, variety and musical fun. (412) 561-7161. Sassy Seniors (formerly BTEI) Musical Theatre Troupe, songs, dancing, comedy skits. (412) 367-3093. Edwardo, Accordionist, One-Man Band. (412) 687-6416; www.edwardomusic.com. Eddie Ace: Magician and Comedian. Guaranteed Fun Show. (412) 462-1557. Speakers Available: Senior Lifestyle Connections. Exploring senior living options. Stan (724) 787-7030. Mr. John. Lecure: American Names~Their origin and meaning. Irish culture too. (412) 758-5446. Crime Prevention presentations by Deputy Sheriff S. Jason Tarap. (412) 350-6374. Vector Security has speakers available for your group. Jack 1 (800) 756-9161.
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