Castleton Community Center
April 2015 Newsletter
Castleton Community Center Volunteer Recognition Spring Tea
Friday, April 17, 2014 3:00 to 4:00
RSVP by April 10th
Helping Hands Come In Many Different Forms.
Volunteers have helped in the kitchen, the garden, the walking trail, they have led classes, answered phones,
worked on the newsletter, basket party, golf tournament, yard sale, holiday craft fair, pot luck suppers,
Scamp camp, petition signatures, volunteer drivers and many other ways that help the Center provide
programs and services. To show our appreciation, the Castleton Community Seniors cordially invite all
those who have volunteered their time during 2014 to attend the Volunteer Recognition Tea, April 17th
The "NEW" AARP Safe Driving Program
April 16th
9:00-1:30
This is a four hour AARP course for senior citizens to refresh their driving knowledge. Check with your insurance
company for any benefits or discounts. All materials will be provided. Be sure to bring your driver’s license, pen, and
AARP card (if you are a member). Fee is $20 or $15 for AARP members. PLEASE MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE
TO AARP. Registration and payment is due by Monday April 13th at the Castleton Community Center, 2108 Main
Street, Castleton, VT 05735. For more information call 468-3093.
MEET THE GARDEN GUY-Henry Homeyer
Monday April 20 at 7pm
The Rutland Master Gardener Educational Program is pleased to bring Henry Homeyer to the Castleton
Community Center for a program entitled: “How to Grow Great Flowers Including Old Favorites and Lesser
Known Beauties”. Henry Homeyer is a life-long organic gardener. He writes a weekly gardening column that
appears in 12 newspapers around New England, and has written for the New York Times and Boston Globe. He
was the Vermont/New Hampshire associate editor for People, Places and Plants magazine for 10 years. Henry
teaches organic gardening workshops throughout New England at garden shows, clubs, nurseries, public
gardens and other venues. He is a regular monthly commentator on Vermont Public Radio and is a UNH master
Gardener. This FREE program is open to the community.
Painting on Silk
Wednesday April 22 ~ 1:30-3:30
Our Painting on Silk Workshops have been so popular that we have been asked to “do it again”. Participants
use fabric dyes to create a colorful one-of-a-kind 14"X 72" silk scarf. They make great gifts, but many times the
creator can’t part with the finished product! Participants who are comfortable with their drawing skills can add
details while others can create free form designs that do not require any drawing skills. Workshop is limited to
10 participants, so you must register in advance. Payment is due by Friday April 17th. All materials will be
provided. Fee is $15.
Matter of Balance: Concerns about Falling
Castleton Community Center ~ May 7 –June 25 9:30-11:30
Does the fear of falling stop you from doing many activities? This free nationally recognized program will help
you manage concerns about falls and provide practical strategies to increase your activity levels. Participants
will learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk, and to exercise
to increase strength and balance. The program meets every Thursday for 8 weeks from 9:30-11:30, May 7-June
25. Registration is required by May 1. To register call 802- 468-3093.
Working Together…Welcome SCSEP Staff
The Castleton Community Center is fortunate to have SCSEP staff help us provide important programs and
services for the community. Janice Hayes, our afternoon receptionist, John Klayer our maintenance person and
John Thomas our kitchen manager are all part of the SCSEP training program and we are grateful to have them
here. Associates for Training and Development administers the Senior Community Service Employment
Program (SCSEP), which helps older adults get back into the workforce by providing paid occupational skills
and workplace experience training. The purpose of SCSEP is to provide training and skill building opportunities
to program participants while providing much needed community service to local non-profits such as the
Castleton Community Center. We are now fully staffed thanks to the Vt. Associates program. A special thank
you to all the volunteers who have been filling in during the time we were not fully staffed and for their
continued generous donation of time and talent to the Community Center.
Game Day Luncheon
Friday April 10 ~ 12-2:30
Come to the Center Game Day, Friday, April 10th (note: this month it is the 2nd Friday) for an afternoon of fun, food and
friends. Indian River Rehab and Nursing Center in Granville, NY will be returning with a FREE Deli Style
Lunch for all game players. Sandwiches, salad, dessert and beverage will be served at 12noon and the games
will follow immediately after. We’ll set up tables for Scrabble, Checkers, Parcheesi, card games, Dominoes and
“players choice” tables that will depend on the interest of the group. For those who prefer “action” games our popular
Nintendo Wii Bowling alley, golf putting green and “Final Four” basketball toss will be set up as well. Members of the
Castleton College Football team will be joining us. There will be door prizes and lots of laughs for all who come to play!
Reservations are required by Wednesday April 8th at 10am. Call the Center at 468-3093.
Commit to Quit! Tobacco Cessation Workshops
April 8-September 30
Castleton Community Center
Do you want to quit smoking but nothing seems to work? You are not alone. The Center will be the site of a
series of free Tobacco Cessation workshops for residents of Castleton and surrounding communities on
Wednesdays from 5-6pm starting April 8 and ending September 30. Those who register and attend can receive
free nicotine replacement products such as patches, gum or lozenges. Workshops and nicotine replacement
doubles your chance of a successful long term quit. Call Sarah at the RRMC Tobacco Cessation Program to
register 802-747-3768. Drop ins are always welcome.
Computer Class
Monday April 27 through Thursday April 30 ~ 10am to 12pm
Toni Lobdell will be offering a computer class at the Castleton Community Center April 27-30 from 10:00 to
12:00. Topics will include: Using E-mail - setting up an account, sending emails and attachments, organizing
contacts; Using Google to search topics; Investigating YouTube & Craigs List; Answering those “how to”
questions that may arise. The class is limited to 8 people. Please let us know if you will be bringing your own
laptop or using one of ours. (No iPads or Tablets please) The fee is $12. Supporting and Life member fee is
$10. Due by April 22nd. Call the Center 468-3093 ASAP to reserve your space.
iPad Workshop ~ April 28th
Due to many requests for a special iPad workshop, our instructor Toni Lobdell will be offering a beginning iPad
workshop to help you learn what your iPad can do. You must bring your own iPad. Class meets Tuesday April
28th from 1:00-3:00. Fee is $5 per person. Class size is limited. NO WALK INS! Registration and payment
due by Wednesday April 22nd. Call the Center 468-3093.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE RETURNS TO THE LAKES REGION
Rubber and party bridge players, as well as those with experience in duplicate, have been meeting at the
Wellness Center each Monday starting at 1 PM in order to enrich and enhance their bridge experience.
Duplicate bridge is played using ‘boards’ which store the cards dealt. This allows multiple players the chance
to bid, declare and defend against other pairs holding the exact ‘hands.’ Wins and losses are based upon puzzle
solving techniques and communication skills rather than ‘the luck of the draw.’ Tips to improve play, as well as
hand reviews, are available. The venue is spacious, well lit and comfortably temperature regulated. The
atmosphere is gentle and non-threatening. The players are your neighbors. Call Judi at 802-287-5756 for more
details, or just stop in. Partners are always guaranteed.
ADVANCE DIRECTIVES
Thursday April 2 & 16
Planning for end-of-life is as important as all the other life plans you make. An Advance Directives Explainer is
available to assist you with completion and filing of your Advance Directives while you are healthy. A health
crisis can happen to anyone at any time. NOW is the time to do planning for health care decisions for that time
when you might not be able to speak for yourself. SASH, the Community Health Team of Rutland Regional
Medical Center and the Castleton Community Center have come together to offer you ADVANCE
DIRECTIVES ASSISTANCE. The 1st & 3rd Thursdays of every month from 9-1 an ADVANCE DIRECTIVES
VOLUNTEER EXPLAINER will be available in the Library Room of the Castleton Community Center. Please
call 773-9888, ext. 10 or email [email protected] to schedule an appointment.
Coffee Hour
Every Friday morning from 9:00-11:00 the Center holds a free coffee hour open to all. Come join us for some homemade
goodies, hot brew and good company.
Medicare Minutes
April 7th at 12:30
A representative from the Senior Medicare Patrol will at the Castleton Community Center on the second Tuesday of each
month after lunch to present the newest information on such topics as:
• New Enrollment Periods
• Drug Coverage Under Medicare Parts B and D
• Free Preventive Benefits Under Medicare
• Medicare’s Skilled Nursing Facility Benefit
• Programs that Help Pay Medicare Costs
Following presentations, Medicare Minute audience members have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss the content of
the presentation, and share their own experiences with Medicare, fraud, and health care generally.
SASH Program : “Infectious Disease & Hygiene”
SASH Wellness Nurse Patti Kent, RN will present information on infectious diseases and their link to hygiene
on April 21st at 12:30pm. This is a FREE program open to all.
Wellness Center Programs & Activities
LIKE TO HIKE? The weather is getting warmer every day and, before you know it, we
will want to be outside enjoying nature. The Castleton Community Center is looking for people to lead small
group hikes in our area. If you have a favorite trail and would like to share it with others, call Laurie at 4683093.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi routines are safe, easy to learn and suitable for every fitness level. Benefits of practicing Tai Chi
include reduced stress, increased balance and flexibility, relaxation, and improved overall mind, body and spirit.
Medical studies confirm the Tai Chi Program relieves pain, reduces falls and improves quality of life through
mental and physical well-being. Class size is limited. Registration is necessary. FREE
Tai Chi for Arthritis (TCA) - Tuesdays and Thursdays
• TCA 2 – Adv. Beg.
Tuesday 2:30-3:30
• TCA 4 - Maintenance
Tuesday 1:30 – 2:15
Tai Chi for Diabetes (TCD)
Thursdays
• TCD - Beginner
Thursday 11:00-12:00
• TCD - Adv.
Thursday 12:00-1:00
Dance Your Way to Health
Monday 4:00-5:00
Using Aerobic Dance components, this class is designed to burn calories and build heart strength. We will use a
combination of dance steps that are fun and easy to follow. This class will meet on Mondays from 4:00-5:00. If
the big gyms intimidate you, come to the Community Center Dance Your Way to Health class. This class is
limited to 10 people and individuals are encouraged to work at their own pace. Its fun, non-threatening, and
will keep you moving! Register by calling the Center 468-3093. Free
Circuit Works Tuesday 11:00-12:00
Circuit Works is a circuit training program that will target all the major muscle groups with strength and
flexibility exercises. The class will work with bands, tubing, and weights to add resistance; the bike and
treadmill for cardio and the exercise ball and mats for core. Class size is limited. Register by calling 468-3093.
Free
Bone Builders
Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9:30 to 10:30.
The Community Center hosts the RSVP Bone Builders Osteoporosis Prevention Exercise Program. This
innovative program provides strength training and balance exercises and education that can help prevent,
reverse or alleviate osteoporosis symptoms. The program uses light weights for resistance training to increase
both bone and muscle strength. Free
Better Balance
Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30-10:30
This program to help prevent falls is for men and women of any ability level. Exercises are based on the
approved Matter of Balance Program and are safe and easy to moderate. No weights or exercise equipment
needed. Free
IN AN EFFORT TO ENCOURAGE ACTIVE AND HEALTHIER LIFESTYLES, ALL CCSI WELLNESS CLASSES ARE FREE
THERE IS A DONATION BOX IN THE WELLNESSS CENTER FOR ANY FREE WILL OFFERINGS
TO HELP COVER OVERHEAD.
Ball Room Dance Lessons – Mondays or Fridays 7:30-8:30PM
Mary-Anne and Mario Liguori have been instructing couples in ballroom dance in Rutland County for many
years. Now you have the chance to participate in this great activity right here at the Center that promotes good
health through dance. Fee: $15.00 per couple
Blood Pressure Checks-The Bayada Home Health Care Nurse will be available to do Blood
Pressure checks at the Center once a month just before our Birthday Lunch. This month’s date is April 29.
RAVNAH Foot Clinic -
The Rutland Visiting Nurses and Hospice Foot Care Clinic is held at the
Castleton Meadows the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:30
Welcome New Members
Winifred Mason
Darlene Steves
John & Mary Thomas
Jean Henske
April Birthdays
April 3
April 4
April 5
April 6
April 9
April 10
April 11
April 12
April 13
April 15
April 18
April 20
April 21
April 22
April 23
April 24
April 26
April 28
April 29
Joe Daniele
Karelia Melendi
Lester Corey
Janice Lages
Greg Knapp
Tom Bizon
Beverly Davidson
Patricia Graziano
Donald Korwan
Diane McCoy
Susan Strosnider
Isabelle Tolnes
Linda Corey
Shelia Bruno
Eunice Clark
Gary Malkin
Jeanne Ladd
Debby Bizon
Antoinette Lynch
Donald Wood
Kelly Ramson
Jerry Lockwood
Harold Ranney
Paula Bonazinga
Harriet Ranson
Don Maloy
Becky Collette
Rose Knepper
Pamelia Tatro
Brittany Mallette
Patrick Szabo
Birthday Lunch
On Wednesday, April 29th we will celebrate all this month’s birthdays with a special meal prepared by East
Creek Catering. There will be Birthday Cake, balloons, a 50/50 raffle, and gifts for the birthday gal or guy!
RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE NO LATER THAN 10am MONDAY, APRIL 27TH.
A donation of $3.50 for seniors and $4.50 for guests is requested.
Essential Shopping Mondays
Plan your essential needs shopping trips for Monday afternoons. Our bus will begin pick ups in Fair Haven and
Castleton at approximately 12:30. You will have approximately 1 1/2 hours to shop. The Center’s van service is
free for adults aged 60+ or any disabled individuals. Donations are appreciated. Call the Center by Friday if
you want to be on the ride list.
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
April 6
April 13
April 20
April 27
Hannaford’s / Aldi’s / Mall
Price Chopper / Wal-Mart
Shaws/Pruniers
Price Chopper / Wal-Mart
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE CENTER
Knitters Network
The Knitters Network meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 10:00 in the Castleton
Community Center Library. If you prefer to knit at home, call the Center and we’ll tell you how you can use
your talents to help others. Everyone is welcome. The Operation Doll meetings are held the 4th Monday of the
month. Donations for our RSVP doll project are always welcome and needed.
Knitters Craft Workshop
The CCC Knitters are offering to teach knitting, crocheting and knitting with plastic looms. This group will
meet each Thursday 9:00-12:00 during the Month of February. A $2 fee is asked to cover the cost of materials.
Please sign up by Monday February 2nd.
MAHJONG
Our Mahjong group is looking for more members. Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and
involves a degree of chance. Come on Fridays from 9:30-11:00 and join in the fun.
SCRABBLE
Scrabble widens the vocabulary, helps you strengthen your spelling skills and is good “brain aerobics”. It a
win, win! So come join our Scrabble Group Friday mornings at 11:00.
PLAY BRIDGE?
Whether you are New Player, Intermediate Player or Advanced Player you can enjoy an afternoon playing
bridge at the Center. We now have two groups playing on Monday afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00. Join a friendly
game of Rubber Bridge or join the advanced players for some healthy competition. You are welcome to stop by
any Monday afternoon to watch or play.
Sewing Circle Meets on Mondays
Monday afternoons from 1:00-3:00, you are invited to join folks at the Center working on a variety of projects.
Whether it be quilting, needle point, rug hooking, or a variety of other projects, drop in for the joy of working
together. The group includes many experienced crafters who can lend support and inspiration!
Children's Comfort Blanket Project Donations of new, homemade blankets in sizes suitable for infants
to teens are needed. The Children’s Comfort Blanket Project distributes these blankets to children who are sick,
needy or traumatized. Contact Kathy Budd at 802-438-5180 for more information or to let her know of a
youngster in need. Donations may be dropped off with the Monday Sewing Circle here at the Center.
Learn to Earn
Associates for Training and Development administers the Senior Community Service Employment Program
(SCSEP), which helps older adults get back into the workforce by providing paid occupational skills and
workplace experience training. Geared specifically for income-qualified workers age 55+, the purpose of
SCSEP is to provide training and skill building opportunities to program participants while providing much
needed community service to local non-profits such as the Castleton Community Center. If you think you might
qualify, please call the local SCSEP office at (802)-282-4425 or visit their website at www.a4td.org.
Accessing “Access”
PEGTV’s weekly news magazine program “ACCESS” has a featured senior segment every week, regarding
health, wellness and a variety of other topics. We would love input from you! What kind of stories would you
like to see? What issues are you most concerned about? Feel free to call Producer/Host Amanda Wheeler at
747-0151 or email her at [email protected]
Bottle & Can Redemption Bin
Bring your redeemable bottles and cans to the Center. Our handy bin behind the Wellness Center is still
blocked by a mound of snow so you can bring your redeemables to the kitchen or front desk until the warm
weather melts the snow. We’ll redeem them and all proceeds will be used for our programs.
Cartridges for Cash
Thanks to all who have been bringing used printer cartridges to the Center for recycling. Recycling is an
effective alternative to trashing our environment and an easy way to help the Center raise funds for our
programs and services. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
MagnaVision TV
The Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired has provided a Magnavision TV for our members
and guests. The Magnavision TV is used to enlarge documents so the visually impaired can easily read them. It
is also very helpful for balancing checking accounts. The set is located in the front hall and is available Mon.
through Fri. 8:30-4:30
April
Sun
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
1
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Lunch 12:00
5
6
7
8
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Lunch 12:00
Bridge 1-4
Sewing Circle 1-3
Dance for Health
4-5
Ballroom Dance
7:30-8:30
12
13
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Circuit Works
11:00-12:00
Lunch 12:00
Bingo 1:00
Dominoes 1 :00
TCA 4 1:30-2:15
TCA 2 2:30-3:30
14
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Lunch 12:00
Bridge 1-4
Sewing Circle 1-3
Dance for Health
4-5
Ballroom 7:30
26
20
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Lunch 12:00
Bridge 1-4
Sewing Circle 1-3
Dance for Health
4-5
Ballroom 7:30
Henry Homeyer
7pm
27
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Knitters 10-12
Computer Class
10:00-12:00
Lunch 12:00
Bridge 1-4
Sewing Circle 1-3
Dance for Health
4-5
Ballroom 7:30
Lunch 12:00
Commit to Quit
5-6:00
15
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Circuit Works
11:00-12:00
Lunch 12:00
Medicare Minutes
12:30
Bingo 1:00
Dominoes 1:00
TCA 4 1:30-2:15
TCA 2 2:30-3:30
Knitters 10-12
19
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
21
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Lunch 12:00
Commit to Quit
5-6:00
22
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Circuit Works
11:00-12:00
Lunch 12:00
SASH –12:30
Bingo 1:00
Dominoes 1:00
TCA 4 1:30-2:15
TCA 2 2:30-3:30
28
Thursday
2
3
HLW
9:00-11:30
Advanced Directives
9:00-1:00 (appt.)
Knitters Craft
Workshop
9:00-12:00
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
NO TAI CHI
9
HLW
9:00-11:30
Knitters Craft
Workshop
9:00-12:00
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Coffee Hour
9:00-11:00
Mahjong 9:30-11:00
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Scrabble 11:00
Ballroom Dance
7:30-8:30
23
TCD Beg. 11:00-12:00
TCD Adv. 12:00-1:00
Commit to Quit
5-6:00
29
30
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Computer Class
10:00-12:00
Circuit Works
11:00-12:00
Lunch 12:00
Bingo 1:00
Dominoes 1:00
iPad Class
1:00-3:00
TCA 4 1:30-2:15
TCA 2 2:30-3:30
Blood Pressure
Checks
11:30-12:00
BIRTHDAY LUNCH
12:00
Commit to Quit
5-6:00
10
11
Coffee Hour
9:30-10:30
GAME DAY
12:00-2:30
Better Balance
10:00-11:00
24
Knitters Craft
Workshop
9:00-12:00
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Lunch 12:00
Painting On Silk
1:30-3:30
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Computer Class
10:00-12:00
4
TCD Beg. 11:00-12:00
Ballroom Dance
TCD Adv. 12:00-1:00
7:30-8:30
16
17
Advanced Directives
Coffee Hour
9:00-1:00 (appt.)
9:30-10:30
Mahjong 9:30-11:00
AARP Safe Driving
9:00-1:30
Better Balance
10:00-11:00
Knitters Craft
Scrabble 11:00
Workshop
9:00-12:00
Volunteer
Bone Builders
Recognition TEA
9:30-10:30
3:00-4:00
TCD Beg. 11:00-12:00
Ballroom Dance
7:30-8:30
TCD Adv. 12:00-1:00
Better Balance
9:30-10:30
Knitters Craft
Workshop
9:00-12:00
Bone Builders
9:30-10:30
Computer Class
10:00-12:00
TCD Beg. 11:00-12:00
TCD Adv. 12:00-1:00
Sat.
Friday
18
25
Coffee Hour
9:30-10:30
Mahjong 9:30-11:00 CCC
Spring
Better Balance
10:00-11:00
Clean Up
Scrabble 11:00
Day
9:30Pot Luck Supper
11:30
6:00
Ballroom Dance
7:30-8:30
CCC
MONDAY
April
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
Hot Turkey Sandwich
(w/white bread)
Hubbard Squash
Winter Blend Vegetables
Strawberry Delight
April 5
6
Pork Chop/Brown Sauce
Mashed Potato
Whole Beets
Roll
White Chocolate Craisin Cookie
7
Shepherd’s Pie
Green Beans
Oatmeal Bread
Carrot Cake
8
Turkey Burger
Sweet Potato
California Blend Vegetables
Wheat Bread
Pears
13
Chipped Beef w/Mashed
Potatoes
Italian Green Beans
Corn Bread Muffin
Fruit Medley
14
Chicken & Biscuit
Baby Carrots
Broccoli Slaw
Apple Cake
20
Baked Penne Pasta w/
Sausage & Mozzarella Cheese
Cole Slaw w/Pineapple & Carrots
Italian Bread
Watermelon
21
Smoked Pork Shoulder
Rice Pilaf
Broccoli Florets
Biscuit
Apricots
15
Baked Meatloaf w/Diced
Beets, Brown Sauce
Mashed Potatoes
Brussel Sprouts
Oatmeal Bread
Tapioca Pudding w/Peaches &
Cream
22
Clam & Potato Chowder
Chicken & Red Grape Salad
Tomato Slices & Shredded
Cabbage,
Wheat Roll
Frosted Yellow Yogurt Cake
27
Breaded Chicken Tenders
B.B.Q. Sauce
Rice w/Cheese
Baby Carrots w/Dill
Dinner Roll
Mandarin Oranges and Cream
28
Cheese Ravioli w/
Red Meat Sauce
Parmesan Cheese
French Green Beans
Italian Bread
Pineapple tidbits
29 BIRTHDAY LUNCH
Chicken Marsala w/ Mushroom
Sauce
Vegetable Rice Pilaf
Baby Carrots
Dinner Roll
Birthday Cake
1% milk served with all meals.
Seniors $3.50 Non-seniors $4.50
Please remember that we must have all reservations by 10:00AM the day before and Friday at 10:00AM for Monday’s
meal. We try to keep a waiting list in case someone cancels, but in all fairness to others attending, we must have an
accurate count in advance. Also, please be kind and let us know as soon as possible if you must cancel a reservation.
Remember, the Center is billed for each meal we order, so it is important to call ahead. Thank you!