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Butler Motor Tours offers great fall getaways throughout the northeast and beyond The autumn months are a wonderful time of year to get away for a couple of days and enjoy the still-temperate weather. But taking a day trip—or even a cruise, for that matter—doesn’t mean that you have to do the driving or even plan out all the details. Butler Motor Tours in Butler has been serving local communities for 70 years with deluxe motor coach tours and charter services for
individuals and groups of all sizes. They do all the driving and take care of all the details, including bookings at comfortable hotels, delicious restaurants and a wide assortment of exciting destinations. Their vacation packages are designed to suit anyone’s budget—from one-day excursions to trips of up to several weeks long. “Our deluxe motor coaches do have some of the most modern amenities available
on the road today, which makes traveling very pleasant in every way,” says Tracy Chiprean of Butler Motor Tours. “Our experienced drivers and escorts are well trained and always make sure everyone has a great time on any trip you choose. We pride ourselves on that.”
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Join us at this program for caregivers presented by the Alzheimer’s Association at LIFE Butler County, 231 West Diamond Street, Butler. As we get older, preventing falls becomes more important. Turn to page 6 to learn more about fall prevention and tips for improving your balance.
Strategies for Healthy Caregiving Thursday, September 11 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Understanding the Challenges Thursday, September 18 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
There is no fee, but pre-registration is required. Call Julie Pella at 724-431-3939 for registration and directions. Ask about on-site caregiving services.
Wishing everyone an enjoyable Labor Day.
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Entertainment and Events
* Villagefest will be held on Main Street in Slippery Rock on September 6. The street will be lined with vendors, crafters, food and a special kids’ zone. Visit www.slipperyrockpa.org/community-events/villagefest for details. * The St. Joseph Cabot fall festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on September 7 at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 315 Stoney Hollow Rd., Cabot. Enjoy barbecue chicken dinners cooked over an open pit, ham dinners served family style with all the trimmings in an air conditioned hall. Take-out dinners are available. Cost for adults is $10; children 10 and under $5. There will also be raffles, bingo, games and more. Call (724) 352-2149 for details. * Evans City Oktoberfest takes place from September 19 to 21 on Main Street in Evans City. Enjoy crafts, food, entertainment daily, a parade and Little Miss and Mr. Oktoberfest. Call (724) 538-4183. * Tavern Chef Stan Malecki will be instructing students in the use of an outdoor oven to bake breads, pastries, pies and more from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. September 20 at The Old Stone House
Museum, 2856 William Flynn Highway, Slippery Rock. Cost is $35 per person. For more information or to register call (724) 738-4964 or visit http://oldstonehousepa.org/tasteofhistory/. * Harmony Museum’s annual antique show and sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. September 20 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 4. There will be quality dealers offering a range of antiques. The event will be held in the museum’s 1805 barn annex, 303 Mercer Rd., Harmony. Call (724) 452-7341 or visit www.harmonymuseum.org. * The Butler fall festival is set to take place September 20 on Main St., downtown Butler from Diamond Park to Brady St. This family festival will feature regional crafters, children’s activities, food vendors and entertainment. There will also be a classic car show sponsored by The Rodfathers. Visit www.butlerfallfestival.com. * The Penn Township VFD will host their second annual golf outing scramble at Conley’s Resort, 740 Pittsburgh Rd., Butler, September 22. Call (724) 586-5030 for details. * A traveling wall titled “The Wall That Heals” will be on display September 24 to 26 at Quay Park, Beaver. See a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, DC, along with a mobile museum. An opening ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. on September 24, with displays and vintage military vehicles. The Rochester VFW will host a
POW/MIA “Ride to the Wall” to honor all POW/MIA’s of all wars on Saturday, September 27. Riders are asked to meet and register at the Rochester VFW from noon to 2 p.m. Bikes will depart at 3 p.m., travel throughout Beaver County for approximately two hours and end at “The Wall.” Call (724) 843-6828 or visit www. vva862.org. * Debbie Lee’s car cruise by The Rodfathers of Butler takes place from 4 to 7 p.m. September 25 at Debbie Lee’s, 886 Evans City Rd., Renfrew. There will be a DJ, dash plaques, food and ice cream. Visit www.therodfathers.com. * The 17th annual Alameda Septemberfest (formerly Fall Fest) is back and admission is still free. Fees for vendors, car cruisers, and 5K participants can be found at the Butler County Parks and Recreation Office. There will be food vendors, crafters, and vendors of all types. Children’s activities will also be part of this event. Visit www.co.butler.pa.us/parks. * Come out to the North Side Cemetery for the Echoes From Our Past Historic Cemetery Walk presented by the Butler County Historical Society September 27. This walk brings history to life through costumed actors assuming the intriguing characters of Butler County’s ancestors in the midst of the beautiful grounds of the North Side Cemetery. Be sure to wear walking shoes and bring family members to participate in this new, fascinating outdoor theater program. Call (724) 283-8116 or visit www.butlerhistory.com. BCSN
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* The Streets of Cranberry will offer a Farmers Market from 1 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursday through October at Center Square by the fountain, Cranberry Township. This event will take place weather permitting and is subject to change without notice. Visit wwwthestreetsofcranberry.com for details.
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Butler Motor Tours offers great fall getaways throughout the northeast and beyond VIRGINIA BEACH AND NORFOLK NAVAL BASE - September 8 to 12. This vacation includes oceanfront accommodations and sightseeing, along with adequate free time to do as you please. Includes a tour of Norfolk Naval Base Cruise, the Nauticus Museum, Battleship Wisconsin, MacArthur Memorial and much more, with plenty of free time to enjoy the beach and boardwalk.
Continued from page 1 At their main office in Butler, an experienced staff is available to help you plan your next vacation or private charter. “We handle all the details so that our customers have a worry-free trip,” Tracy comments. The company also offers a Gold Card program where customers can earn $100 in free travel. “It is never too soon to organize your tour or charter,” Tracy recommends. “There are some times during the year when we are extremely busy, so it’s good to book early. Weekends are usually the busiest with weddings, football games, holiday shopping and other things, so don’t hesitate to book even a year in advance.” Having said that, Tracy gives assurance that plenty of seats are available on trips happening over the next few
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months. Following is a sampling of offerings. Pick one and enjoy the beautiful fall months ahead to the fullest!
“MOSES” AT THE MILLENNIUM THEATER - September 12 and 13. The greatest Biblical epic of the Old Testament comes to life on stage by the talented folks at Sight and Sound Millennium Theater.
BRANSON SHOW TOUR DELUXE September 7 to 14. Branson has some of the country’s most fantastic entertainment in one area, including beautiful theaters, each with their own personality. On this tour, you can experience everything on stage from country to many other new and favorite shows.
RIDE THE RAILS MAINE TRAIN TOUR - September 14 to 20. New England at its finest. Visit Kennebunkport, Acadia National Park, Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. Take a Boston Harbor cruise, spend time at seaside villages and take train excursions throughout the New England states. Enjoy natural
wonders with perfect mountain views against the Atlantic, complete with free time at the waterfront area of downtown Bar Harbor. LUXURIES OF LONG ISLAND - September 16 to 19. Get a personal tour of the Long Island area, filled with ritzy homes and estates owned by movie stars. You never know who you might see while visiting the Hamptons LAKE GEORGE BALLOON FESTIVAL - September 17 to 21. Check out the largest balloon festival on the East Coast and see some beautiful balloon views, including touring through Saratoga Springs and Lake George. ATLANTIC CITY - September 21-24. Includes three nights at Bally’s Casino, conveniently located right on the Atlantic City Boardwalk, with bonus of $45 in slots / $25 food credit. SMOKY MOUNTAIN TOUR - September 21 to 26. Spend time in the Smoky Mountains, with accommodations in Pigeon Forge and a tour guide leading the
way through beautiful mountain sights. Eight fabulous shows are included, along with Dollywood Park. NASHVILLE SHOW TOUR - September 21 to 27. Have the complete Nashville experience on this trip overflowing with shows and entertainment, fabulous meals, deluxe touring and all of Nashville’s main attractions. NEW ENGLAND FALL FOLIAGE CRUISE - October 4 to 11. Discover the beauty of the Northeast coast and the brilliant fall foliage colors on a voyage to Boston, Portland, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. The planned ports of call on this cruise are Boston, Portland, St. John (New Brunswick) and Halifax (Nova Scotia). No need to fly – our included motorcoach transportation will take you to New York Harbor to board your cruise. HAWAII IN THE HIGHLANDS AND FALL FOLIAGE FROLICING - October 7 to 8. See the Laurel Highlands at the peak of fall color complete with attractions, shops, Fallingwater tour,
Hawaiian dinner and entertainment and delicious meals. MANSIONS IN THE HUDSON - October 7 to 9. Tour the Hudson Valley area of New York where some of the wealthiest people in the world live, including politicians, statesmen, aristocrats and self-made millionaires. AUTUMN MAGIC AND TRAINS OF WEST VIRGINIA – October 17 to 19. Enjoy this fall trip filled with fabulous scenery on three different trains as you travel through New River Gorge, National Scenic River and the Allegheny Mountains. ATLANTIC CITY TAJ MAHAL - November 5 to 7. Includes two nights at the Taj Mahal Casino with bonus of $60 in slots. BCSN Butler Motor Transit, a member of the Coach USA family, is located at 210 South Monroe Street in Butler. Free charter quotes for groups are available, along with a free 2014 tour book filled with vacation packages for individual travelers or groups. Call (800) 222-8750 or (724) 282-1000, or email butler@coachusa.com.
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Butler County Area Agency on Aging Senior Express September focuses on fall prevention; Healthy Steps for Older Adults program helps seniors reduce falls and stay healthy By Gina Mazza For Butler County Senior News
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ith September 23 being earmarked as the 6th annual National Falls Prevention Awareness Day, sponsored by the National Council on Aging, our focus turns once again to the importance of this issue. This year’s theme, “Strong Today, Falls Free Tomorrow”, is aimed at uniting professionals, older adults, caregivers and family members in raising awareness and reducing falls in the older adult population. Falls are the leading cause of injury related emergency department visits for older adults, the major cause of hip fractures, and responsible for more than half of fatal head injuries. Seniors in Butler County are fortunate to have access to a free educational program at local senior centers called Healthy Steps for Older Adults (HSOA). This popular program is making all the difference in motivating county seniors to avoid falls and remain active.
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HSOA was developed in 2005 through a partnership between the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) and the University of California at Berkeley. In Butler County, PDA subcontracts with the Butler County Area Agency on Aging (BCAoA), which works with senior center provider agencies to deliver HSOA programs throughout the county. The award-winning statewide program offers resources, tips and demonstrations on how to create a safer home, an awareness of movements to prevent falls that can lead to serious medical problems, simple easy balancing and strength building exercises, and other techniques that can keep seniors ages 50 and older “more fit and fine” for years to come.
The main goals of the program are to: 3 assess an individual’s risk of falling 3 reduce the risk of falling 3 learn new exercises 3 build strength, especially in the lower body 3 increase flexibility to improve movement 3 improve overall balance 3 provide a follow-up assessment at the end of the program “Falling is a very serious problem, which is why these workshops are so vital,” says Brittany Buzzelli, community liaison with the Butler County Area Agency on Aging. Indeed, more than one-third of US adults ages 65 and older suffer a fall each year, and it’s the leading cause of injury deaths among seniors, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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The program consists of two two-hour workshops: one on fall prevention and the other on staying active. Participants learn about risk indicators, including alcohol and tobacco use, medications, depression and stress, as well as shopping, cooking and eating habits. Seniors are also encouraged to talk to their doctors about problems such as dizziness, not being as steady on their feet and osteoporosis, which increases the chance of broken bones resulting from a fall. Other topics include bathroom and kitchen safety, safety on stairways, taking “wiggle breaks”, foot care and foot wear, balance basics, doing things safely and what to do if you have a fall. Lunch is provided on the first day, and each participant receives a comprehensive 64-page guide to take home at the end of the second day. BCSN HSOA is free and open to first-time Butler County participants ages 60 and older. Lunch is provided. Advance registration is required. For more information, call BCAoA (724) 282-3008 or inquire at your local senior center.
Butler County Area Agency on Aging STEPS FOR OLDER ADULTS HEALTHY Senior Express Six quick tips for improving your balance FALL PREVENTION WORKSHOP Do balance exercises daily. Performing the correct exercises is the most effective way to improve your balance. Simple exercises include simply standing from a seated position without using your hands to shifting your weight from one leg to the other. While waiting in line or on the phone, stand Falls are the most common cause of injury for older adults. Having on one leg. Tai chi and yoga are excellent ways to maintain from a fall, such as hip fracture can be devastating. Almost half of and improve coordination and a balance.
break aand hip never fully. Fight against falls! Watch your posture. Coordination posture playrecover crucial role in maintaining balance. Watch your posture while standing and the sitting. Stand tall with yourArea shoulder’s square and Join Butler County Agency on Aging for Healthy Steps for your head straight ahead.
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Exercise your eyes. Your eyes’ ability to communicate information to the is crucial in maintaining good balance. Atbrain Healthy Steps, participants will learn about how to prevent falls, prescription when necessary. Glaucoma, cataracts and other Improve your eyesight by performing a simple exercise eye conditions can also affect balance. home asanwell four times a day: Sit in a sturdy chairsafety, and choose objectas exercise and nutrition to focus on that is at least 10 feet away. Keeping your eyes Check your meds. Check your medications for any potential Participants will also be assessed their individual risk. focused on it, slowly stand from the sitting position and sit sideon effects that might affect yourfall balance. back down. Close your eyes and repeat the process. Use a Home lighting and flooring. Use sign up for this FREE program, contact thea cane or walker when chair with arm rests, if To needed. necessary. Keep your home well lit. Make sure floors are Have your ears and eyes checked. Have you eyesight and clutter free andon pay attention Butler County Area Agency Agingthat your rugs and carpets are hearing checked on a yearly basis, as both play a vital role firmly attached to the floor. Wear wider shoes that feature in balance. Visit your optometrist and update your eyeglass282-3008 rubber soles, as these are more stable. (724)
*RSVP Required—Registered participants receive a comp boxed lunch HEALTHY STEPS FORwill OLDER ADULTS FALL PREVENTION WORKSHOP
10AM—2PM Falls are the most common cause of injury Cranberry for older adults. Having an injury Rolling Road Regency, Twp from a fall, such as a hip fracture can be devastating. Almost half of those who September 12th break a hipFriday, never recover fully. Fight against falls!
10AM—2PM Join the Butler County Area Agency on Aging for Healthy Steps for Older Adults A FREE fall prevention workshop! Presidents Square Apartments, Evans City At Healthy Steps, participants will learn about how to prevent falls, Monday, September 15th home safety, as well as exercise and nutrition
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Participants will also be assessed on their individual fall risk.
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Senior Center events
_ Butler Senior Center, 10 Austin Ave., (located in Tanglewood Senior Center), Lyndora, offers the following events: Medicare open enrollment from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. September 3 and 24; leadership council meeting at 10 a.m. September 11; bingo and breakfast at 10 a.m. September 12; Gateway Hospice program at 11 a.m. September 15; bingo mania at 10 a.m. September 19; supper club at 4 p.m. September 23; and flu shots with Concordia from 10 a.m. to noon September 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 285-5392. _ Chicora Senior Center, lower level of Moose Hall, 117 West Slippery Rock St., offers the following events: blood pressure screening at 10:30 a.m. September 9; leadership council meeting at 10:30 a.m. September 10; bingo fundraiser at 10:30 a.m. September 11; blood pressure screening at 10:30 a.m. September 16 and 23; open house September 18; family pot luck dinner and a movie from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. September 19; and bingo fundraiser at 10:30 a.m. September 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 445-2551. _ Cranberry Senior Center, Municipal Building, Rochester Rd., offers the following events: diabetes program at 11 a.m. September 11; UPMC speaker at 12:30 p.m. September 17; how to plan for aging program at 11 a.m. September 18; flu shots from 10 a.m. to noon September 22; and a lower back pain program at 11 a.m. September 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 772-6086.
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Senior Express to noon September 24; and blood pressure screening at 11 a.m. September 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 625-4466. _ Mount Chestnut Senior Center, Presbyterian Church, 727 Old Route 422, will offer the following events: anniversary party from 4 to 7 p.m. September 2, cost is $5 per person; blood pressure screening at 12:30 p.m. September 4; Bible study at 10:30 a.m. September 8 and 22; birthday celebration September 11; Wii bowling at 10:30 a.m. September 15; fall prevention program at 12:30 p.m. September 25; and flu shots from 10 a.m. to noon September 29. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Call (724) 282-6006. _ North Central Senior Center, West Sunbury Presbyterian Church, will offer the following events: Medicare fraud prevention program at 11:15 a.m. September 10; program on the importance of flu and shingles vaccines at 11 a.m. September 12; blood pressure screening at 11:15 a.m. September 17; bingo fundraiser at 11:15 a.m. September 19; and Bible study at 11 a.m. September 24. Hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. Call (724) 637-2959. _ Slippery Rock Senior Center, Township Building, 155 Branchton Rd., will offer the following events: game day with Julie at 11:30 a.m. September 2; birthday celebration and anniversary party September 11; diabetes prevention program at noon September 18; and blood pressure screening at 11:30 a.m. September 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 794-6440.
_ Evans City Senior Center, 426 East Main St., offers the following events: spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 4 to 8 p.m. September 4; bring a friend to breakfast at 9:30 a.m. September 8; blood pressure screening at 11:15 a.m. September 11; game night at 5 p.m. September 17, bring a paper product as donation for admission; leadership council meeting at 12:30 p.m. September 18; Oktoberfest in Evans City September 19 to 21; and a program on swallowing and digestive disorders at 12:30 p.m. September 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 538-9414.
_ Southeast Senior Center, Winfield Township Firehall, Brose Rd., offers the following upcoming events: chair yoga at 10:15 a.m. September 2; chair volleyball at 10:15 a.m. September 4; art class at 10 a.m. September 9; leadership council meeting at 10 a.m. September 11; deep breathing yoga at 10 a.m. September 16; blood pressure screening at 10 a.m. September 18; wake-up exercise at 10:15 a.m. September 23; bake sale at 10 a.m. September 25; and flu shots with Concordia from 10 a.m. to noon September 30. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call (724) 352-2036.
_ Mars Senior Center, Penn Mar Plaza, Gilkey Dr., offers the following activities: doughnut fundraiser September 2, cost is 25 cents each; birthday celebration September 11; biscuits and gravy breakfast fundraiser from 9 to 10 a.m. September 15, cost is $2 each; hearing and balance program at 11:15 a.m. September 16; root beer float fundraiser September 18, cost is $1 each; flu shots from 10 a.m.
_ Zelienople Senior Center, 700 S. Green Lane, Zelienople, offers the following upcoming events: insurance opportunities at 10 a.m. September 10; manicures with Butler County Vo-Tech students from 9 to 11 a.m. September 17; and soft pretzel fundraiser at 12:30 p.m. and flu shots from 10 a.m. to noon September 23. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 452-5292. BCSN
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Butler County Area Agency on Aging September Menu for senior centers
Tuesday, September 2: Salisbury steak, new potatoes, mixed bean medley, apple crisp. Wednesday, September 3: Ham and cheese sandwich, vegetable noodle soup, peaches. Thursday, September 4, Labor Day picnic: Barbecue chicken, macaroni salad, baked beans, melon, cookie. Friday, September 5: Egg salad, turkey salad, cottage cheese, tomato and onion salad, fruit salad. Monday, September 8: Meatloaf, O’Brien potatoes, zucchini, fruit. Tuesday, September 9: Tuna salad, pickled beets, pineapple, cookie. Wednesday, September 10: Cabbage roll, whipped potatoes, peas, cake. Thursday, September 11, Birthday menu: Baked ham, sweet potatoes, broccoli/cauliflower medley, garden salad, cupcake and ice cream. Friday, September 12: Turkey and cheese sandwich, potato soup, lemon fluff. Monday, September 15: Hot turkey sandwich, whipped potatoes, coleslaw, chocolate pudding. Tuesday, September 16: Italian hoagie, bean soup, fruit. Wednesday, September 17: Meatball stroganoff, pasta, carrots, peaches. Thursday, September 18: Cheese pizza, tossed salad, pineapple tidbits, raspberry sherbet. Friday, September 19: Roast pork loin, whipped potatoes, sauerkraut, cake. Monday, September 22: Chicken and gravy, stuffing, mixed vegetable medley, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, September 23: Chef salad, mixed greens, pears, orange sherbet. Wednesday, September 24: Barbecue pork ribette, oven brown potatoes, coleslaw, brownie. Thursday, September 25: Baked pepper steak, rice, green beans, fruit salad. Friday, September 26: Tuna salad sandwich, cheesy broccoli soup, peaches. Monday, September 29: Penne with meatballs, romano beans, peach crisp.
Senior Express The Butler County Area Agency on Aging
Serving you: About the Area Agency on Aging The Butler County Area Agency on Aging (AAoA) is a community service agency for older adults and has operated in Butler County since 1984. The Area Agency on Aging administers programs and manages services for Butler County residents who are 60 years of age or older. Agency programs and services are designed to serve approximately 38,000 older consumers who call Butler County home. Butler County Commissioners William L. McCarrier A. Dale Pinkerton James Eckstein Area Agency on Aging Administrator: Beth A. Herold, RN, BSN, MBA How may we help you? • Community Services for Older Adults and their families • Home and Community Based Services • PDA Waiver Services Access to Services • Information and Referral • Assessment • Care Management
For more information, call or visit our office at Sunnyview Complex 111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101 Butler, PA 16001 Office Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (724) 282-3008 (888) 367-2434 Website: www.co.butler.pa.us/butler Email: aaainfo@co.butler.pa.us
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Broadway Musical Characters Circle the correct musical for each list of characters for a chance to win $30 cash. 1. Tanya and Sam are two characters from which musical? A. Wicked; B. Mamma Mia!; C. Touch of Poet; D. Rent
5. Seaweed, Penny, and Tracy are all characters from which musical? A. Wicked; B. All Shook up; C. In my Life; D. Hairspray
2. Elphaba, Glinda, and the Wizard are all from which musical? A. In my Life; B. Rent; C. Wicked; D. The Phantom of the Opera
6. Kate, Rod, and Trekkie Monster are all puppets in which musical? A. Hairspray; B. Wicked; C. Avenue Q; D. Phantom of the Opera
3. Christine Daae, Raoul, and Meg Giry are all from which musical? A. Rent; B. In my Life; C. The Wizard of Oz; D. The Phantom of the Opera
7. Frankie, Tommy, Bob, and Nick are all from which musical? A. Wicked; B. Jersey Boys; C. Touch of Poet; D. The Color Purple
4. Cosette, Javert, and Eponine are all from which musical? A. Rent; B. 42nd Street; C. The Phantom of the Opera; D. Les Miserables
8. Velma Kelly, Roxie Hart, and Billy Flynn are some characters from which musical? A. Well; B. Wicked; C. Chicago; D. The Phantom of the Opera
To enter, mail your answers to Butler 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 Butler County Senior News.
Name________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Phone____________________________Age________________
Congratulations to Janet Selley who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. Crocodile; 2. Gazelle; 3. Hippopotamus; 4. Penguins; 5. Giraffe; 6. Zebra; 7. Rhinoceros; 8. Gorilla; 9. Chimpanzee; 10. Elephant; 11. Ostrich; 12. Leopard; 13. Snake; 14. Cheetah; 15. Llama; 16. Bear; 17. Kangaroo; 18. Gorilla; 19. Reindeer; 20. Tiger; 21. Owl.
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“Thanks, boss,” says Smith “I knew I could count on you!” Taken from www.ahajokes.com.
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ACROSS 1 Tiny tale 4 Coloring agents 8 Low voice 12 Expert 13 Royal of India 14 Carbon compound 15 $100 bill, slangily 17 Old portico 18 Pooch 19 Discarding unceremoniously 21 Moon of Mars 24 Witness 25 Gun the engine 26 Enthusiast 28 Hydrophobic 32 Dunkable treat 34 Jazz style 36 Gambling game 37 Talkative 39 Chart 41 Profit 42 Slight touch 44 Breathe laboriously 46 “Song of Hiawatha” tribe 50 Antique 51 Caffeine source 52 Fundraising events 56 Bar 57 Bedouin 58 Upper limit 59 — -retentive 60 Anger 61 Attempt
DOWN 1 “Great!” 2 “Rocks” 3 Start to touch your toes 4 St. George’s victim 5 Thanksgiving veggie 6 Oklahoma city 7 Kind of headache 8 Signify 9 Con 10 Any minute now 11 Ore refuse 16 Occupation 20 Mal de — 21 Ship’s front 22 Brave one 23 Long lunch 27 Cruise or Hanks 29 Eggs — 30 Powerful hurricane of 1966 31 Overindulge, with “on” 33 Kook 35 Manhandle 38 Deviate off course 40 Pal of Rachel and Monica 43 Kid-lit pachyderm 45 Sprite 46 Gumbo need 47 Lunden or Baez 48 Pelvic bones 49 Antitoxins 53 Gripe repeatedly 54 Pitch 55 Agent
September 2014 • Butler County Senior News
“We’re short-handed, Smith” the boss replies. “I can’t give you the day off.”
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