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PERMIT NO. 11
Wilsonville Community Seniors, Inc.
c/o Wilsonville Community Center
7965 SW Wilsonville Road
Wilsonville, OR 97070-7756
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503-682-3727
WCSI GAZETTE
JUNE 2015
“There are no strangers here, only friends you haven’t met”
MUSIC IN THE
PARK 2015
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June ADVENTURES, by Jean Tsokos
 Call The Center (503-682 3727) to make reservations or cancel on day of trip.
 (Call SMART to cancel if you have dial-a-ride pick-up.)
 Refund policy will vary by trip.
If a fee is due for the trip, make reservations and pay at the Center. If you need to
cancel the day of the trip please call the Community Center. Note: Until further
notice, trips will be limited to 20 people or less.
Thursday, June 11—Trees Restaurant, 20510 Roy Rogers Road, Suite 160, Sherwood, OR 503-822-5539
Al’s Garden Center, 16920 SW Roy Rogers Road, Sherwood, OR 503-726-1162
Leave City Hall at 11am and return by 3:30pm.
Thursday, June 25—Village Inn, 1707 SW 72nd Ave. Tualatin, OR 503-620-2515
Stash Tea—Tea Tasting & Shopping—7250 SW Durham Rd. Tualatin, OR 503-603-9905
SEE’s Candy—if time permits, 16925 65th Ave, Lake Oswego, OR 503-639-6594
Leave City Hall at 11am and return by 3:30pm.
TRIPS LIMITED TO 20 PEOPLE, PLEASE SIGN-UP EARLY
IF YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO ATTEND AN EVENT YOU HAVE SIGNED UP FOR,
PLEASE REMEMBER TO CALL THE CENTER 503-682-3727
Wilsonville Community Seniors, Inc
Community Center Staff
Donations are gratefully accepted to help defray costs. The Gazette
is available to anyone who requests it, however; Suggested donation is $10 a year and donation envelopes are available at the senior desk. The WCSI Gazette was established July 1, 1993 and is published
monthly by Wilsonville Community Seniors, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3)
Corp. It is available to all in the greater Wilsonville area.
WCSI, Inc. Board of Directors, 2013 –2014
Chair: Wesley Morris
Vice Chair: Jean Tsokos
Secretary: Barbara Ricker
Treasurer: Dave Lahr
Robert Thompson Debbie Dahlquist Patricia Lichtenstein
Dina Holland Helen Braganza John McDonald Donna Atkinson
Parks and Recreation Director: Stan Sher er
Recreation Program Manager: Patty Br escia
Administrative Assistant: J our dan Moor e
Nutrition Coordinator: Evie Pr octor
Nutrition Coordinator: J ennifer Nelson
Recreation Coordinator: Br ian Stevenson
Information and Referral Specialist: Sadie Wallenber g
Fitness Specialist: Br ad Moor e
Transportation
If you live in Wilsonville, a SMART bus can pick you up at home,
bring you to the Center for lunch, and take you home for no
charge. A trip for grocery shopping is available every Friday. Call
SMART at 503-682-7790 to reserve your spot.
Mission and Purpose of WCSI, Inc.
The mission of Wilsonville Community Seniors, Inc. is to make a
positive contribution to the lives of senior citizens of the Wilsonville area by providing:
 Companionship to foster meaningful relationships
 Entertainment, recreational activities to stimulate social abilities
 Class instruction to promote learning and intellectual growth
 Opportunities for service to the community
Lunch Program
Meals are served at noon each weekday except Thursday. A donation of $3.50 is encouraged for those over 60. Guests under 60
are requested to pay $4.25. If you aren't able to make it to the
Center, a meal can be delivered. Call the Center and make your
request.
Social Services
Our Information and Referral Specialist is available to provide:
 Assessment of need and case monitoring
 Information and referrals
 Free loan of health equipment
 Assistance with public transportation
Volume 24 — Number 12 — June, 2015
Editor / Publisher — Helen Braganza
Circulation — Barbara Ricker, Helen Braganza
Center Hours: 8 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday
Center Phone: 503-682-3727
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Wilsonville Parks and Recreation
Community Center News- June
Earth Day Plantings
Volunteers and staff took the opportunity to celebrate Earth Day by and replanting flowers and grasses in the
containers in front of the Community Center and on the back patio.
Pickleball in Wilsonville
The new pickleball courts in Memorial Park have been put to good use with all the sunny weather this spring
this summer six “Introduction to Pickleball” Clinics will be held in Memorial park, for new and beginning players to
learn more about the game. The one day clinics will be held on the following dates: Mondays- 6/8, 7/6 and 8/3,
and Tuesdays 6/16, 7/14 and 8/11. There is a $15 charge for each clinic, and participants can sign up at Wilson
ville ParksandRec.com or in person at the Community Center. If you are new to Pickleball, it is a sport that is fun for
the entire family. It is also easy on the body, social challenging and fun! Students who register for the clinics will
learn: basic strokes, court positioning and the (weird) scoring system. Loaner paddles will be provided. Participants
should wear sturdy shoes and bring bottled water and sun screen. If you’d like to see Pickleball play at a competitive
level, the Summer Sizzle Pickleball tournament will be in Memorial Park on Saturday, June 13 from 8:30am to
4:30pm. Spectators are welcome!
Medicare 101- Extra Help
United HealthCare will present Medicare 101 the first Tuesday of every month from 11am to Noon at the Commu
nity Center. The session will cover the basics of Medicare including what to expect when turning 65 or qualifying on
the basis of disability. Medicare advantage, Medicare supplement overview or help with prescription drugs or other
programs available. There is no charge for this program.
A Warm Welcome for Center Guests
Mary Vanderwielen has been a long-time volunteer for the Community Center. She can often be found serving
up lunch for the senior nutrition program, or visiting with other participants in the lobby or computer lab. One of
Mary’s favorite pastimes is cheering on her home team, the Green Bay Packers. When Community Center staff
found out Mary’s brother and sister in law, also big Packer fans, were coming in from Wisconsin and joining us for
lunch at the Center, they moved into action. On Friday, when Mary and her relatives arrived at the Center, they
were warmly welcomed and seated in the multipurpose room. When it was time to serve lunch, all the seniors at the
table received a delicious lunch of Chicken Alfredo and Mary was served a delicious plate of cheese and crackers,
to honor her Cheese head heritage. Kerry Rappold, Tod Blankenship and Robb Rollins joined in on the fun, sharing
Packers and Bears memories with Mary’s family.
Summer Fun in the Sun
Zumba Gold in the Park is back! Instructors Jean Viets and Heidi Baum are ready to take your workout to the next
level with Zumba Gold. The Friday Zumba class will be offered on in Town Center Park from 6/5 - 8/7 and 8/14 –
10/2 from 9am – 9:45 am. The 8 session class will be offered for a charge of $40 for adults 55+ and $50 for adults
54 and under.
A Personal Touch
Add a creative flair to your personal notes with hand crafted greeting cards. Instructor Joan Elder is offering
another card making workshop on Tues. 6/16 from 9:00am to Noon at the Center. The workshop is $20 for all
participants. Everyone will go home with six homemade cards, and all supplies are included.
All Skill Levels Welcome!
New! Ukulele Jam
Come one down to the Community Center on Wednesdays from 6pm – 8pm and join our newest musical offering.
There is no charge to participate and the group meets on an ongoing basis starting in May. Beginners will
learn basic technique; advanced players will take us to new musical horizons. All will have fun and enjoy the
classic musical approach: the song circle. Pass or play a song of your choice when it's your turn--our resource
book will be decided but if you have the Ukulele 365, the PUA books or anything else, bring them to the first
meeting. We're all a work in progress, so all levels are encouraged--if you're brand new to the Uke, we'll take some
time assessing the overall level and make sure we all get what we came for without being overwhelmed or undernourished. Wilsonville deserves a great Ukulele opportunity and many thanks go to the Park & Rec plus a shout out
to Marshall Watkins for sowing the fields with his Ukulele workshops! Keep Strumming!!
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WILSONVILLE WALKERS
Each Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9:30am the Walkers get together to enjoy a walk of two miles
usually on local paths. Below is a list of the paths and dates for each walk. For a list of directions on how
to get to the paths and where to park, please call Kenton or Mary Wolfe at 503-694-8376.
June 2
Mentor Graphics
June 4
Canby Logging Road Trail/Eco City Park, 1314 NE Territorial Road in Canby OR
Meet at Denny's in Wilsonville to carpool at 9 a.m. Our coffee hour will be back at t
the Denny's in Wilsonville. Alternate walk in Wilsonville: Graham Oaks Park
June 9
Charbonneau
June 11 Tualatin City Park, 8549 SW Tualatin Road, Tualatin. Meet there at 9:30 a.m. in the
far end of the parking lot . Alternate walk in Wilsonville: Graham Oaks Park
June 16 Graham Oaks Park
June 18 Memorial Park, lower
June 23 Library
June 25 Water Treatment Plant
June 30 Murase Plaza, upper Memorial Park
A Beautiful Hawaiian Quilt created by Robert Thompson with the help of the WCSI
Quilters Guild is being raffled off for the Wilsonville Center Seniors Inc. at The Community Center.
Tickets are available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 10am to 1pm at The
Community Center.
Tickets are 1 for $1.00, 6 for $5.00 and 12 for $10.00.
Drawing will be July 1 at Lunch when we also celebrate Hawaii as our 50th State.
Wear your Hawaii “gear”.
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Wilsonville Library News
Writers Group
Tuesdays, June 2 and 16 at 4pm
Are you a writer looking for encouragement and support for your work? The Writers Group meets regularly to improve our writing
in a supportive environment. First Friday Film
Friday, June 5 at 6pm
This month we’ll be watching an Academy-Award nominated film whose setting is Selma, Alabama during the Civil Rights move
ment. Starring David Oyelowo as Martin Luther King, this film is presented free on our big screen on the first Friday of the month.
The films chosen are new, interesting, and difficult to get via Netflix. Snacks are available by donation, or bring your own. For
exact film titles, visit the First Friday Films page or call the library.
Summer Reading Program (for all ages) starts
Monday, June 8, all day long!
The 2015 Summer Reading Program starts today. There is a program for every age, from babies to seniors. Let the reading fun
begin! See some events below
Book Club
Thursday, June 11 at 6pm
This month, we’ll be reading “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin. The Book Club meets monthly for informal
discuss ion in the library. Join fellow readers for lively and thought-provoking conversation about excellent books. Books to be d
discussed are available for check out - just ask at the Circulation Desk.
Genealogy Club
Monday, June 15 at 1pm
Learn from experienced genealogists, discover new genealogical resources and tools, and discuss personal research and goals.
Open to seasoned genealogists and beginners.
Great Books Discussion Group
Tuesday, June 16 at 6pm
Interested in philosophy and the “big questions” of life? Please join us each month for a roundtable discussion of how modern day
issues are reflected and illuminated by the great Western classic books. Reading list on the Great Books Discussion Group web
page. For High School through Adult.
Medicare Lecture
Saturday, June 20 at 11am
Don’t know much about this at press time, but if you’re interested in the effects of Medicare changes to your retirement, take a
look at our website or give us a call.
Game Night
Wednesday, June 24 at 6pm
Play one of our board games, or bring your own! Meet fellow gamers and have fun at this informal event. Open to all ages.
Children welcome with a parent or caregiver.
Library Board Meeting
Wednesday, June 24 at 6:30pm
The Library Board is responsible for recommending policies for governing the library, recommending an annual budget to the City
Manager, proposing fundraising programs and activities to the Council for Library purposes, and making an annual report to the
State Library and City Council. If that sounds like fun, perhaps you should attend the Library Board meeting History Pub at
McMenamin’s Old Church
Tuesday, June 30; presentation begins at 6:30pm (but get there early for food!)
“Unraveling the Mystery of the Molalla Log Home,” presented by architectural historian Pam Hayden. Local history and tater
tots, what could be a better combination?
Presto the Magician
Thursday, June 18 at 11am, again at 12:30pm, and still again at 2pm (3 shows!)
Magic that will amaze you! Laugh out loud funny from start to finish.
Friday Family Film
Fridays, June 19 and 26 at 12 noon
Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a variety of family films on Fridays at noon in the Oak Room. Find out more at our website or by
giving us a call.
Juggler David Lichtenstein
Thursday, June 25 at 11am, again at 12:30pm, and still again at 2pm (3 shows!)
David is a cowboy, juggler, funny guy, and a heckuva professional crowd pleaser!
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WCSI Board Meeting
May 13, 2015
Barbara Ricker, Secretary
Chair Wes called the meeting to order at 1:05pm. All 11 members were present as was City
Councilor Susan Stevens and Parks and Recreation Director Patty Brescia.
Dave reported on April budget and that he is up to speed on assuming the treasurer position.
Patty Brescia reported on spa day of Sat 5/16 and all the vendors attending to display their services. Pickleball up and running and a tournament of teams is planned 6/13. There will be Zumba in
the park at a later date. Many other ongoing activities listed in the city brochure, ie., card crafters,
Medicare extra help, meditation sessions and ukulele jam.
Wes discussed boards plans for goal setting meeting on 5/20 for board members. We will review
programs the board promotes and how we raise funds to support the senior classes.
Jean and Barbara announced we will start the new Hawaiian quilt raffle at spa day and sell tickets
on lunch days till the day of the drawing 7/1. Quilt is by Robert Thompson and the Wilsonville Quilters group.
At the end of the meeting, Patricia Lictenstein resigned from the board. She wishes to join other
volunteer possibilities and you should see her at the library soon. The board thanks Patricia for all
the hours she gave daily collecting the receipts from Lambs and tallying them up monthly. This was a
very devoted, time consuming task.
You all look forward to getting the Seniors’ Gazette. It has the trips,
lunches, birthdays, bridge results, activities happening at the center and
the library news, and of course the Parks and Rec classes offered at the
center.
Your tax deductible contribution to help off-set the cost of copying
and mailing would be greatly appreciated.
The $10 contribution is for one year.
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Active Lifestyles
S o c i a l O p p o r tu n i t i e s
Healthy Community
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BRIDGE RESULTS
First Place
Second Place
2/27
Carolyn Ellis
Annette Kasel
4/3
Elaine Ihle
Genny Fuitzhanny
4/24
Dick McPartland
Diane Diabeli
5/1
Jim Eden
Diana Diabeli
5/8
Lesley Berry
Patrick Lynch
5/15
Fran Widann
Ed Teichert
TO EVERYONE BORN
IN JUNE
Please be careful when out there driving, school is
out for the summer and kids are out playing and having
Fun.
Thank you for your Contribution!!
Date: ________________
Seniors’ Gazette Newsletter Fund $10.00
Name:
__________________________________________________________________
Address:
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Birthday:
__________________________________________________________________
Your contribution is tax deductible. Our Tax ID# is 20-2507967
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JUNE Menu
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
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Chicken Stroganoff
Spinach & carrots
Fruit Wedge
Angel Food Cake/Berries
Garden Salad
Eggplant Parmesan
Broccoli Normandy
Bread & Tangerine
Coleslaw
Corned Beef Sandwich
Sweet Potato Fries
Orange Wedge/Sorbet
Chicken Tortilla
Baked Beans
Mixed Vegetables
Peaches
The Super Thunderbirds
Marquis Day
The Dear Group
11:30 Jessie & Barb Piano
Methodist Church
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Sweet n Sour Chicken
Over Brown Rice
Carrots Bread
Fruit Salad
Zucchini Salad
Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Bread & Pudding
Turkey Chili
Broccoli Normandy
Corn Bread
Applesauce
Spaghetti & Meat balls
Brussels Sprouts
Breadstick
Orange Sherbet
Go-Getters
Sassy Sisters
Saint Cyril Church
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Butternut Squash
Ravioli/Sauce
Mixed Vegetables
Bread
Tangerine
Turkey Wrap
Lettuce/Tomato
Sun chips
Orange Wedge & Pudding
WOW Burger & Bun
Lettuce & Tomato
Baked Chips
Orange Wedge/Cookie
BBQ Chicken on
Slider Bun
Red Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Birthday Cake
Willing Workers
11:30 Donna Talus Piano
Ready, Willing and Able
11:30 Jessie & Barb Piano
Birthday Gang
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Garden Salad
Vegetable Soup
Crackers/Bread
Slice of Cheese
Applesauce
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11:30 Donna Talus Piano
Coffee Creek
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Happy Father’s Lunch
Hot Roast Beef Sandwich
Mashed Potatoes
Sun chips & Orange Wedge
Brownie
Turkey Patty n/Gravy
Roasted Potatoes
Peas & Onions
Rice Pudding
Fred Meyer Volunteers
Open
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Tuna Melt
Sweet Potato Puffs
Kyoto Vegetables
Fruit
Chicken Pasta Salad
on Lettuce
Tomato Wedges
Roll & Berries Over Cake
Coffee Creek
Fred Meyer Volunteers
11:30 Donna Talus Piano
What Happened to our 401-K
Community of Hope
Chicken Dijon
Brown Rice
Asparagus & Bread
Butterscotch Pudding
LDS Church
Meals are served at noon each weekday except Thursday.
A donation of $3.50 is encouraged for those over 60. Guests under 60 are requested to pay $4.25.
Menu subject to change due to availability of supplies and fresh produce.
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