1. education
2. alumni and reunions

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1011 Greenleaf Ave.
P.O. Box 35
Burlington, WA 98233
360-755-0102
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Kitchen
360-755-0942
Center Coordinator
Jackie Cress
Food Supervisor
Susan Williams
Nutrition Assistant
Jean Lewis
Kitchen Staff:
Elsie Summers
Megan Schmidt
Skagit County
Community Services
360-419-3420
Meals on Wheels
360-419-3401
Website:
Burlington Senior Center
October 2014
We are working very hard to reduce our carbon footprint and save trees! Our newsletter will be
different for the next 3 months as a way to test our ability to edit and encourage folks to stop in
and ask your favorite front desk staff for info about center activities. So much of the newsletter
is repetitive information. We will have the basic info available and feature special events as
well as advertise within the center through flyers and announcements. Please be
patient with these changes as we work on eliminating waste of massive copies,
printing costs, and hours of staff work time. We want to find a “formula”
that is informative and earth friendly too!
Journey of Dementia Class
Entertainment
We recognize that dementia care is a
multi-dimensional experience – there’s a lot to learn
Hometowners
and remember when faced with the challenges of
Friday, Oct. 10th
caring for a loved one. We understand, and that’s
Steve Ellis
why we offer The Journey of Dementia:
Tuesday, Oct. 14th
A Dementia Education Workshop led by
Birchview’s Director of Wellness. The Dimensions
Jim Reynolds
workshop
classes educate, encourage, and empower
Thursday, Oct. 16th
(CHICKEN DAY)
the family and friends of people living with
Celebrating all things Chicken
memory loss. You’ll learn how to deal with
challenging
behaviors, how to navigate the
Old Time Fiddlers
Monday, Oct. 20th
practical needs of dementia, communication
strategies, and more.
Www.skagitseniors.org
Blankenship
Sisters
Nonprofit Status- The
SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESK
Friday, Oct. 24th
Burlington Senior Center
FREE TO ATTEND
holds 501(c)(3) status.
Donations to the
Burlington Senior Center
are tax deductible within
the limits of the law.
We appreciate your
contributions!
Movie Day
Friday, Oct. 24th
Friday, October 17th 10 :00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
There will be a break for lunch around 11:30
Andy Locke
Ventriloquist
Thurs. Oct. 30th
Summer Break is OVER!
Driftwoods
Friday, Oct. 31st
Don’t forget your costume!
Thanks to Hawthorne
for sponsoring our
newsletter!
BSC Blaster practice is every other Mon. at
12:30 p.m. Fall turn out started Mon. Sept. 15th.
We have a game scheduled for Tuesday,
October 21st at 12:30 right here against
LaConner Retirement Inn’s Radiant Raiders.
See you all here! New Practice Schedule:
EVERY OTHER MONDAY.
Burlington Senior Center Mission Statement
Our center reaches out to the community by providing:
* health and nutrition
* entertainment and travel
* intellectual stimulation, through classes, speakers, interactive programs
and camaraderie in a warm and welcoming environment.
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Happy October Birthday!
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Exercise at BSC
SilverSneakers ©
Strength and Balance is
available here!
BSC is part of the
SilverSneakers FLEX
program on Mon. & Fri.
Check with your health
insurance provider to see
if SilverSneakers is
covered under your
policy. There is no
charge for SilverSneakers
members. All Jennifer
Beemer’s exercise classes
will remain as a donation
basis. If you are part of
SilverSneakers, you do
not pay a donation.
Mon. & Fri. 10:00 a.m.
SilverSneakers
Wed. 10:00 Zumba Gold
Tai Chi Wed. 9:00 a.m.
Flyswatter Practice at
12:30 Mondays
SilverSneaker©
member?
Mon. & Fri. 10:00 a.m.
“Power Hour” exercises
for seniors that increase
muscle strength, range of
motion, & agility.
Strength & Balance/
Power Hour: a low
impact class designed to
help you improve
flexibility & balance.
Zumba Gold on Wed. at
10:00 is also a
SiverSneaker class or
available for $3.00 drop
in fee or $25.00 punch
card purchased at class
time.
Betty Collins 2
Jim Reece 17
Mae Greathouse 2
Laura Bennett 19
Larry Frizzell 20
Jodee Cable 7
Alfred Bonnelle 29
Gilbert Crapson 11
Georgia Kensmoe 31
Sybil Burgess 14
Please tell
the front
desk when
your
birthday is
So we can
celebrate
YOU!
Reminders:
*Are they playing your favorite song? How can you tell when the
person next to you is “yapping”!? Please remember to take your
conversations to the lobby during live music.
*EACH group is responsible for the set up and CLEAN up of
their space.
We close at 4:00. It helps us to secure the building if you are
winding down by 3:30. THANK YOU
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Thank You So Much!!!!
Thank you to Hawthorne Funeral Home and Services
Owner Kirk Duffy was here to talk about our bond with our pets and many
services offered when they pass on. We love our pets!
Debbie Kanske is fantastic! Debbie generously donated the beautiful , quilt
that is offered as our Autumn Raffle Prize. Debbie is a master quilt
seamstress and we are fortunate to have her as a friend of BSC!
Special Thanks to Where the Heart Is for sponsoring music each
month! We are so grateful for our wonderful community
partners!
HATS OFF to Jodee Cable and Annette Tait for making hats all year and
donating them to Burlington Senior Center. The hats are
extra warm and so affordable. It’s never too early to be thinking about the
holidays and at $5.00 each, these hats make great gifts! All proceeds go to the
operating budget of BSC. THANK you Annette and Jodee!
The Bridge in Mount Vernon also kindly sponsors music once a month. BSC
folks love live music and being able to provide more of what you love makes us
happy!
Thank you to the family of Mary Hanson who celebrated her life here at BSC
with all of her friends. We will miss Mary .
We will miss you, Midge Burtt! Our sympathies go out to Midge Burtt’s
family. Midge was a “fixture” here at the center and rolled all of the daily
silverware. Midge served on the Advisory Board, and also worked as a front
desk receptionist. She will be greatly missed.
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Trips
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Colorful and Fun Leavenworth—Wednesday, October 15th:
We will travel over Stevens Pass and enjoy all the amazing views and fall colors along the drive. Once in
town, you’re on your own to spend the day sightseeing, shopping, strolling and perhaps wine sampling.
There is an optional trip to Smallwood Farms in Peshastin. This wonderful Country Store and orchard
will be overflowing with fresh picked fruit, jams, jellies, and so much more. Bring money for lunch and
purchases. Cost is $60. We leave Burlington at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m. Pick up a form and
information at the reception desk. Register by October 8th.
King 5’s New Day Northwest, Gilman Village and Boehm’s Chocolates—Wednesday, October 29th:
First stop: King 5 TV for the live taping of local magazine style television show. Enjoy exciting guests,
free give-aways and lots of laughter. Next Up: Historic Gilman Village, the quaint shopping area in Issaquah. We will have plenty of time to shop and enjoy a no-host lunch. Last Stop is Boehm’s Candies
and Chocolates. Enjoy a wide variety of hand dipped chocolate truffles, chewy caramels, nut clusters
and other delights. We will explore the original chalet and get to see the wonderful sweets being made.
We leave Burlington at 8:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m. Cost is $60 per person. Bring money for lunch
and purchases. Register by Wednesday, October 22nd.
Friday, November 14th: Seattle Gift Show and Historic Downtown Snohomish
The show includes original hand crafted items, holiday and home décor and specialty foods; cooking
demonstrations and samples. Then we travel to trendy and newly refurbished downtown Snohomish,
featuring fun boutiques, antique stores, bakeries and more. Cost is $64 per person. We leave Burlington
at 9:00 a.m. and return at 5:00 p.m.
…. On November 19th, we will go to Granville Island and Pacific Culinary Arts Institute’s Bistro 101.
We’ll enjoy gourmet eating, explore the shops, stalls and public market. Participants can also walk
along the picturesque waterfront. Lunch is included in the $74 fee. Bring money for beverages and any
purchases. Please note: a passport or enhanced Driver’s License is required to cross the border.
ALL TRIP INFORMATION AND REGISTRATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE FRONT DESK.
Regular Activities
Mondays: Weight Loss Class at 9:00 *Exercise at 10:00 * Flyswatter at 12:30 * Color Wheel Open Group
Art at 12:30*Miniaturists at 1:00 on the third Mon. of each month* Massage has been cancelled.
Tuesdays: Foot Care at 8:30 * Quilt and Craft Group at 10:00 * Bingo at 12:30. Each card is .50 cents.
Last 2 games is $1.00. FUN!*Low Vision Support at 1:00 on first Tues. of each month
Wednesdays: 9:00 Tai Chi * Zumba at 10:00 * Pinochle at 12:30*
Thursdays: Bible Study group meets on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m..to 10:30a.m. Come join us!* Thursdays in
the Park Walkers 10:00 * 12:00 Piano Lessons* Hand and Foot Cards 12:30* Art with Dee Doyle at 12:30*
Fridays: 9:00 Computer Lessons * Exercise at 10:00* Bridge and Beginners Pinochle at 12:30
* MS Support at 12:00 on the second Fri. of each month.
Lunch is served daily from 11:30 to 12:30 . Please refer to your activity calendar for live music, trips,
Red Hats, new classes, dental care, support groups that occur once a month or at irregular times.
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AARP Driver Safety
October 22nd and 23rd
Individual Computer
Class will be from 8:30 a.m.
Assistance
to 12:30 p.m. Roger
Fridays with
Trucker will be your
Doug
instructor.
Johnson.
Most insurance companies
Please sign up at the
give premium reductions
front desk for a one hour
for those completing the
session free of charge. If
program. Learn defensive
you have a laptop, or
driving techniques, new
tablet, bring that in with
traffic laws, rules of the
you to the lesson.
road, and more in this
Piano Lessons
course. You must register
Sally Kirk will be teach- in advance to attend the
ing piano on Thursdays class. Pay the instructor at
from 12 to 1 p.m.
the first class. Cost is $15
for AARP members and
All levels welcome.
$20 for
Call Sally at
non-members.
360-856-4938 to schedule.
Classes
Thursday, October 23rd at 10:30
Presentation: Changes in the
Aging Eye
Volunteers
Needed
AARP Tax
Aide is in
jeopardy at
BSC!
Please call
Don
Melsby
360856-6445
to help.
Learn about eye health, normal
vision changes and age related eye
diseases. Kate Fewel, social worker
with Sight Connection, will share
latest research, community
resources and tips for adapting to
vision changes.
Thursday, October 17th from 10:00
– 2:00 The Journey of
Dementia Workshop
This is a free, 1 day workshop that
will hold class and will break for
lunch.
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October ART Classes ~ Landscapes With A Kick - Dee Doyle, Instructor
Doing art -whether music,
painting,
writing, dance,
whatever -can contribute
During October, the acrylics and watercolors classes will take a fresh look at how to
create interesting landscapes, traditional and representational, or more abstracted and
impressionistic, through design, color, form, and expression. Each week, we will focus on
various aspects of color, design elements, and new techniques that will translate to
exciting Northwest landscapes, seascapes, and urban streetscapes. Both acrylics and
watercolor classes will be using traditional complements of supplies and materials. Classes
are ongoing, but you may “drop in” when you can. Acrylics classes are scheduled for
Thursday afternoons, 12:30 pm to 3 pm, at the Burlington Senior Center. Watercolor
classes are scheduled for Friday mornings, 9:30 am to noon. Cost is $15 a class.
If you need information on supplies and materials, please contact Dee at
[email protected], or 360.630.0208.
BSC Advisory Board Members
Betty Sebers– President
Jim Stout– Vice President
Cris Lacey– Treasurer
Judy Baily– Secretary
Nona Avery
Pat Nickelson
Shirley Benson
Anna Poland
Jody Louia
Merlin Zimmerley
Don Mapes
These amazing individuals are here to serve you.
Please see them with comments and suggestions.
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MARK YOUR CALENDERS!!!
Wear Pink Day- Monday, October 20th 12:30-1:00
Show your support for breast cancer awareness and wear pink
on Mon. Oct. 20th and attend an informal presentation from the Breast
Cancer Center in Mount Vernon mammography and imaging department.
Chicken Day
Fire Safety
Thurs. Oct. 16th
October 27th
Jim Reynolds and some
special music.
Prizes and fun
Celebrate the chicken with us!
11:00-11:30
The Burlington Fire
Department will be here to talk
about fire safety.
Back by popular demand~ Origami
Thurs. Oct. 30th 1:00—2:00 p.m.
Please sign up at the front desk for the next origami class.
Space is limited to 10 people.
Free to attend & materials provided.
Be aware: We can no longer
provide take home containers for left
over lunch servings. If you’d like to
bring your left over's home, please
bring a container from home.
Bake Sale
Thurs. Oct. 30th and Fri. Oct. 31st
Bakers and sweet treat donations wanted:
Please see the front desk if you are
interested in donating a baked goodie for
the sale,. Thank You
Coordinators Corner– Jackie Cress
Halloween
Wear a costume, get a
treat!
Don’t forget to “trick or
treat” at our front desk!
Music by the Driftwoods~
Rummage Sale
Thurs. Nov. 13th
See front desk for info.
I walk in our building each morning and I hear the bustle of the kitchen and
anticipate the daily activity, the stories I will hear, the friends I will see. Sometimes a
hug, a funny comment. I can hear the front desk staff
consoling someone after hearing of a difficult diagnosis, a family hardship or
struggle. As Autumn leaves are falling and holidays are looming, I am reminded of
the many reasons this building is a here today. It’s
because of YOU! Yes, you reading this article. Maybe you are sitting at home after a
delivered Meals on Wheels lunch, maybe you are just
finishing the exercise class or even helping “red pen” this constant work in
progress, we call the newsletter. Regardless, I hope the pet photo show, the
classes, or meals have been fulfilling and have enhanced your life. Our advisory
board and myself want to serve YOU. You are the reason we open these doors.
You are awesome!!!
A dear friend just reminded me of the quote:
Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone
in the light. -Helen Keller
Remember this on these dark mornings and evenings.
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October 2014
Monday
Tuesday
October, baptize me with leaves!
Swaddle me in corduroy and nurse me
with split pea soup.
October, tuck tiny candy bars in my
pockets and carve my smile
into a thousand pumpkins.
Bring out the teakettle!
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Thursday
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Friday
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9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Cribbage
10:00 Zumba Gold
12:45 Pinochle
9:30 Bible Study
10:00 Thursday Walkers
11:30 Oktoberfest lunch
12:00 Piano Lessons
12:30 Hand & Foot Cards
12:30 Acrylics &
Watercolor w/ Dee
9:00 Computers W/ Doug
10:00 Power Hr.
SilverSneakers
10:30 Culinary Committee
12:30 Bridge
12:30 Beginners Pinochle
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9:30 Bible Study
10:00 Thursday Walkers
12:00 Piano Lessons
12:30 Hand & Foot Cards
12:30 Acrylics &
Watercolor w/ Dee
9:00 Computers W/ Doug
10:00 Power Hr.
SilverSneakers
10:30 Hometowners
12:30 Bridge
12:30 Beginners Pinochle
12:30 MS
Society meeting
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9:30 Weight Loss Class
10:00 Power Hr./
SilverSneakers
10:00 Massage
10:00 Board Meeting
12:30 Flyswatter
12:30 Strawberry Tarts
12:30 Color Wheel
8:30 Foot Care
10:00 Quilt & Craft
12:30 BINGO!!!
12:45 Card Games
1:00 Low Vision
Support
1:00 SWSS
8:30 Leavenworth Trip
9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Cribbage
10:00 Zumba Gold
12:45 Pinochle
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9:30 Weight Loss Class
10:00 Power Hr./
SilverSneakers
12:30 Flyswatter
12:30 Color Wheel
1:00 Strawberry Tarts
8:30 Foot Care
10:00 Quilt & Craft
10:30 Steve Ellis
12:30 BINGO!!!
12:45 Card Games
9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Cribbage
10:00 Zumba Gold
12:45 Pinochle
9:30 Bible Study
10:00 Thursday Walkers
10:30 Jim Reynolds
Chicken Day
12:00 Piano Lessons
12:30 Hand & Foot Cards
12:30 Acrylics/Watercolor
9:00 Computers W/
Doug
10:00 Power Hr.
SilverSneakers
12:30 Bridge
12:30 Beginners
Pinochle
12:30 Movie Day
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8:30 Foot Care
10:00 Quilt & Craft
12:30 BINGO!!!
12:30 Flyswatter Game
BSC vs LaConner
12:45 Card Games
8:30 AARP Class
9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Cribbage
10:00 Zumba Gold
12:45 Pinochle
8:30 AARP Class
9:30 Bible Study
10:00 Thursday Walkers
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8:30 Foot Care
10:00 Quilt & Craft
12:30 BINGO!!!
12:45 Card Games
8:00 New Day Seattle
Trip
9:00 Tai Chi
9:00 Ombudsman
9:30 Cribbage
10:00 Zumba Gold
12:45 Pinochle
9:30 Bible Study
10:00 Thursday Walkers
10:30 Andy Locke
Ventriloquist Show
9:30 Weight Loss Class
10:00 Power Hr./
SilverSneakers
10:00 Massage
10:45 Old Time Fiddlers
12:30 Flyswatter
12:30 Color Wheel
12:30 Breast Cancer Talk
1:00 Miniaturists
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9:30 Weight Loss Class
10:00 Power Hr./
SilverSneakers
11:00 Fire Safety
Presentation
12:30 Flyswatter
12:30 Color Wheel
9:00 Computers W/
Doug
10:00 Power Hr.
12:00 Piano Lessons
SilverSneakers
12:30 Hand & Foot Cards 10:30 Blankenship
12:30 Acrylics &
Sisters
Watercolor w/ Dee
12:30 Bridge
12:30 Beginners
Pinochle
12:30 Movie Day
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Halloween
9:00 Computers Lesson
9:00-2:00 Dental Care
10:00 Power Hr.
SilverSneakers
12:00 Piano Lessons
10:30 Driftwoods
12:30 Hand & Foot Cards 12:30 Bridge
12:30 Acrylics &
12:30 Beginners
Watercolor w/ Dee
Pinochle
1:00 Origami Class