1. health and fitness

MIDDLETOWN SENIOR CENTER
650 GREEN END AVENUE
MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842
PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE
PAID
NEWPORT RI
PERMIT #27
Telephone: 849-8823
Arleen F. Kaull
Executive Director
Shawn J. Brown
Town Administrator
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS
CLOSED ON
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24th and
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 31st.
THE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25th,
CHRISTMAS DAY AND JANUARY 1st to celebrate the New Year. The
meal site will also be closed on Wednesday, December 24th.
(State employees have the day off).
A Must-Do-Family Christmas Event!
In the Spirit of Christmas – A Community Celebration
Middletown’s Annual Tree Lighting
Open House
Friday, December 12, 2014 – 6:00 p.m.
Middletown Senior Center
650 Green End Avenue
The Silveira Kindergarten and Nursery School will perform. Also, the Dawn Tones
Senior Choral Group will perform their renditions of the
beautiful and joyous music of Christmas.
For the children and adults, the Middletown Town Council will read
“The Night Before Christmas”
Santa will arrive at approximately 6:45 p.m.!!!
The animals of Christmas will be here at the Center to add to the joy and excitement of the holiday
season. (Don’t miss the pony, calf and the adorable Clarence, the Christmas Donkey.)
Special Performance by local singer, Jennifer Matley.
Delicious buffet and wonderful entertainment.
Bring your family and friends.
The Town Council and the Middletown Senior Center will co-host the event!
An additional feature this year will be Santa’s Sleigh. Santa has agreed to let us use his sleigh
between 10:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to have your photograph taken with your children, family,
friends and pets. A photographer will be on site to capture this fun moment.
SANTA SLEIGH PHOTO OP…
December 12th - 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Santa’s sleigh will be at the Middletown Senior Center on December 12th from 10:00 a.m. to
3:30 p.m. Do not miss out on this opportunity to climb into “Santa’s Sleigh” (we have portable
wooden stairs available) and feel the thrill and excitement that Old St. Nick experiences
annually on the Night Before Christmas. Karen Johnson (the photographer), will take
individual or group photos. This event is for everyone: Children, families, friends, seniors and
pets. (I would like MSC members to take a group photo at 11:00 a.m.) Please try to be there!!!!
Middletown Tree Lighting - Friday, December 12th - 6:00 p.m.
MSC membership - You are co-hosting this “Community Celebration” with
the Town Council. Please, bring your family, children, grandchildren, great
grandchildren...Your participation is important!!
To welcome in the New Year
Join us for our New Year’s Cocktail Party - December 29th at 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Menu:
Fabulous variety of heavy d’oeuvres, with wine and non-alcoholic punch bowls.
Dining will be at 1:00 p.m. with entertainment from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
COST: $15.00
Enjoy an afternoon of sheer relaxation.
The winner of the Christmas Quilt is
MSC member
Monty Gomez
SPECIAL EVENTS are held monthly. Please visit
www.middletownri.com and check out Senior Center.
ENJOY LUNCH AT THE MSC CAFÉ WITH FRIENDS AND GUESTS. COMFORTABLE, FAMILY
ATMOSPHERE. CHECK OUT THE MENU IN NEWSLETTER. GREAT SERVICE , ALL FOR ONLY
$3.00!
Assets- Home, Bank Account, CD’s, etc. not included. However, monthly income, pensions, Social Security,
interest from accounts are included. Contact the office for more information (849-8823). I am working on
having someone from this agency come to MSC to assist members with application. (It is like pulling teeth).
However, I will not give up. If you would like to apply, please contact me.
FREE
2nd & 4th Tuesday
December 9th & 23rd, 2014
ACTIVITIES AND CLASSES
MONDAYS
9:00 a.m.
Outdoor Art Classes will resume next spring.
10:00 a.m.
Wii Bowling League. Sign up will be on the bulletin board for all who are interested. If you
enjoy bowling and had to give it up because of health issues or for other reasons, this game
is for you. You will absolutely love getting back into it.
11:45 a.m.
CHORUS - Kristine Wilbur, Instructor, Professional Teacher and local entertainer. If you love
to sing but maybe not solo, come join! Volume and background are vitally important. We
need you.
6:00 p.m.
ZUMBA - Open to all ages! If you love to dance and get a great workout, Zumba could be
for you. This workout is comprised of a variety of Latin dance and music that includes a
mix of Latin-based rhythms with additional musical influences from Africa, India, American
and the Middle East. Zumba is a great cardiovascular work out that is fun, sexy and
participants can also learn new dance moves in the process of losing weight and getting in
shape. There are many health benefits that Zumba offers including, “cardio respiratory
training that targets the major muscle groups. People begin to see change such as weight
loss, increased energy and endurance.
TUESDAYS
10:00 11:30 a.m.
POKENO—Board/Card game. An easy card game that encourages the brain with a quick
mind and thought process coordination while socializing and having fun. NO FEE
10:00 11:00 a.m.
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY - Learn about your digital camera, how to
transfer photos to your computer, sharing photos and using free photo programs found on
your computer or online. Fee—$45 for four classes beginning February 7th (digital
camera and cable, existing email address required for class). Call for more information.
10:00 a.m.
T’AI CHI - The health benefits include: improved circulation, balance and posture; Increased
strength and flexibility; and reduced stress. With regular practice, T’ai Chi reaches deep
inside the body to benefit the entire physiology including the tendons, joints, connective tissue
and internal organs. It restores the calmness and peace of mind that is often lost through the
desires and anxieties of daily life. Although not a substitute for proper medical treatment, the
T’ai Chi that we offer can help to improve the health and quality of life for people dealing with
health conditions such as poor circulation, high blood pressure, arthritis, back pain, joint
immobility, respiratory problems, digestive disorders, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis.
Fibromyalgia and many others. Cost: $5 per class.
11:00 a.m.
COUNTRY LINE DANCING - Instructor: Donna Essery - 6 weeks $30.00 (Call office to see
when class resumes.)
11:00 a.m.
ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP - 4th Tuesday. Facilitator: Janet Grapentine, RN
Certified through the Alzheimer’s Association and Case Manager with the Elder Service
Program at Child and Family Services. Group will be provided an opportunity to develop
Informal support while enhancing their coping skills.
TUESDAY (cont.)
11:00 a.m.
ARTHRITIS EXERCISE: Certified Instructor: Kelen - FREE
1:30 p.m.
BINGO - Results proved that bingo players scored higher and were faster and
more accurate in the tests than people who do not play bingo. Older bingo players
had exactly the same mental capabilities than younger bingo players, and both
groups achieved the same level of performance. The only difference between the
two age groups was that the younger bingo players were faster than the older
bingo players, but the older bingo players were more accurate than the younger
bingo players.
WEDNESDAYS
10:00 a.m.
MULTI-MEDIA ART - Instructor Kate Psaki. COST: $4.00 Bring your own project/subject
to work on.
10:30 a.m.
HANDCRAFTING - Health Benefits - It is important to make time for crafts because
they allow you to tune into your body and creativity, to release frustrations and tap
into your deepest emotions. Don’t think of this time as a self-indulgence, but as a
medical necessity. View your craft as if it were a medication that you need to take
every day for optimal benefit. Socializing with others is an effective way to release
stress.
11:00 a.m.
PERSONAL TRAINER - Low impact series - strengthening and stretching
either standing or sitting. Certified Instructor: Lisette Rooney
1:00 p.m.
CRIBBAGE - Focus, problem solving skills and memory.
1-3 p.m.
Medicare Specialists - Help available with RIPAE and SNAP applications.
1:30 p.m.
BEADING - Group is willing to teach newcomers. Class meets to work on their
designs, share thoughts and enjoy lively conversation.
THURSDAYS
10:00 a.m.
POKENO/CARDS
10:30 11:30 a.m.
ZUMBA GOLD. As we age, change takes place in our bodies. Changes can occur
in blood pressure, blood muscle mass, body fat and strength. What we do to offset
the changes is up to us. Doctors advise us to stay active, eat healthy and think
positively. An easy way to follow their advice is to participate in dance classes
which help us in all three areas. Not only is aerobic dance great for our bodies, it is
great for our minds. While dancing to the Latin music, the brain’s pharmacy begins
to release its natural “fixes” i.e., serotonin and dopamine which is good. In other
words, dancing is a natural high. In our modern day lives, fitness should be high on
your to do list to combat stress and inactivity. Zumba is good for all people of all
ages.
1:30 p.m.
BINGO
Happy Holidays to all!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL MEMBERS WHO HAVE
A BIRTHDAY IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS WILL BE HELD ON
THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT
OUR MEALSITE LUNCHEON. PLEASE JOIN
US IN CELEBRATING YOUR SPECIAL DAY!
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday to you!!!!!
Middletown Senior Center
Gift Certificate
To: ___________________________________
From: ________________________________
For: __________________________________
Executive Director_____________________________
Date: __________________________________________
Gift Certificates are available in the office. Please see Chris
or Arleen to purchase this gift for a friend or a loved one.
You choose the amount that you wish to gift.