November 2014
Upcoming Programs and Events:
Saturday Dance
Sunday Jam/Breakfast
Christmas Bazaar
Calgary Arts Academy
Annual Turkey Bingo
Rotary Christmas
Concert
November 1/15/29
November 2/16/23/30
November 22
November 27
December 6
December 7
Generous Sponsors & Partners
General Information
Office Hours:
9:00 a.m. – Noon
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – Noon
Monday to Thursday
Friday:
Board of Directors
Staff
President:
Past President:
1st Vice President:
2nd Vice President:
Treasurer:
Secretary:
Executive Director:
Administrative Assistant:
Accountant:
Program Coordinator:
(Snow and Mow)
Outreach Worker:
Kitchen Coordinator:
Caretakers:
Jim Bergen
Cordella Schwengler
Margaret Neyedly
Joan Noble
Pauline Simpson
Allison Crowder
Directors
Shirley Borak
Mel Critchfield
Lorna Diprose
Jack Hill
Jeannette Tario
Marilyn Mudry
Bob Davidson
Mandy Consul
Angela Fisher
Rebecca Tanner
Eileen & Brian Wiebe
Mary Schaap
Lyle Singular
Bill Wilkison
Commissioner of Oaths
Available at the Center. Please call 403-272-4661 for an appointment.
Outreach Worker
Angela Fisher
Calgary Seniors Resource Society @ Greater Forest Lawn 55+
Wednesday Only from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
403-272-4661 or the CSRS office at 403-266-6200.
Clinic:
Foot Clinic:
With Lorna Diprose, who is a qualified licensed, practical nurse. The cost is $25.00 per person
She will spend anywhere from 15 to 20 minutes per person. Next Foot Clinic will be held on
Wednesday, November 19, 2014. Check with office for next clinic to be held in 2015.
Lawyer Clinic
We are pleased to welcome back Joy Stuber to our Lawyer Clinic. Friday, November 7, 2014 is
Our next Clinic will be announced at a later date.
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Best Wishes
Sympathy
To all of those celebrating an Anniversary or
Birthday this month
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the families of
members who have lost loved ones.
Wednesday Lunches
$7.00 per person
Menu may change due to unforeseen circumstance
November 5th
Chicken Pot Pie
Jell-O
November 12th
Chili and Garlic Toast
Ice Cream
November 19th
Chicken Noodle Soup
Egg Salad Sandwich
Pudding
November 26th
Mini Subs with Chips
Rice Pudding
Articles for December’s Newsletter must be submitted by December 15, 2014.
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Birthday Supper
Our next Birthday Supper will be held on November 20, 2014
Menu
Caesar Salad
Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Baby Roasted Potatoes and Gravy
Mixed Vegetables
Buns
Cake and Ice Cream
Tickets go on Sale: Monday, November 3, 2014 @ 8:30 am
President’s Message
This time of year is a busy time for your Board and our Staff as we review our finances for 2014 and prepare the
budget for the next year. Budgeting can be described as preparing a plan to spend your money but as most of us
know it is often a case of finding the money to execute your plan.
Budgeting for us at the Centre has always been a case of the latter, especially in the last few years. Funding from
our major funder has been frozen for a number of years and the money we get from working casinos has also been
reduced. As you also know, just about everything we buy or use has gone up in price, from groceries to utilities
and even insurance.
We continue to pursue every grant program available and that helps but it looks like we will still need to do some
things to ensure we have the money to execute those plans.
It is with some regret, therefore, that I have to tell you that there will be some increases in the fees charged for
our programs and other activities at the Centre. This will not be done haphazardly but with careful consideration
of costs and the needs of the users. Some of the increases will be an attempt to bring us in line with fees charged
at other Centres. Not good news, I know, but doing this will ensure a sound future for our Centre and for all the
good things that happen here.
I’d like to hear your thoughts on this and on any of the other things we do. Feel free to contact me or any other
member of the board.
Jim
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From the Executive Director
“Let Us Not Forget”
This is the month to honour those who fought for our country. November 11th is the day we honour the men and
women who represented our country during war time. Please take the time on this day to remember and honour
these people.
Fall is such a busy time around here and the staff seem to be in run mode most of the time to keep up with all of
the events and activities. As always I thank all of you who help us out each and every day with some aspect of
the centre!! We simply could not manage without all of you.
Our dinner show and silent auction was a great success. At least all comments that I have received to date indicate
the food was great, the entertainment was excellent and silent auction well received by all. We made
approximately $1750.00 on the silent auction. Many thanks to Allison Crowder who worked so hard in bringing
in all the product for our silent auction!!
With that said, would you like to see the Popovichs’ come back again next year?? Please let us know so we can
book them as soon as possible. We do have “Louisiana Hayride” booked to entertain next October 9th and 10th,
2015. It has not yet been decided whether this event will have a meal served due to the high costs of the
entertainment. We will have more information closer to the event.
On February 12, 2015, we will be having another dinner show. The entertainment for this event will be the Calgary
Fiddlers, so it should also be an amazing event. Look for it in your next newsletter.
October is the month that we prepare our yearly budget for the next year. As many of you know expenses continue
to climb, however our revenues have remained stagnant for some time now. While we do our very best to keep
our prices as low as possible for your benefit, at the end of the day we have to raise fees to cover our costs. The
board met in October and approved that the following items will increase.
Birthday Supper Tickets will be $12.00 member and $13.00 for non-members effective January 2015.
Housekeeping rate will go from $20.00/hr. to $22.00/hr. as of January 2015.
Coffee has been already been raised from .25 a cup to .50 a cup.
Bar drinks will increase to $3.50 from $3.00 effective immediately.
Concession rates will change as posted on the board effective immediately.
2015 Memberships will increase from $20.00 to $25.00 and this will come into play during our membership blitz
on November 24th and 25th next month.
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Our Snow and Mow Open House was also a great success this year. Many thanks to Mandy for the presentation
and Marilyn for holding down the fort, while Mandy and I did the signup!! We had a really good turnout and I
think we gained a few new members to the centre, as well as some people signed up for our housekeeping
program. Thanks so all who came out for this event. Your support to our centre is very important. We want to
keep our Snow and Mow and Housekeeping Programs going, as we believe it is important to those of you who
wish to remain in your homes longer.
Jeannette
New Members
Welcome to our new members: Charles McLean,
Susan Miller
In Memorium
If this is a memorial donation, please
provide the name of the person being
honoured, and contact information for
the family member who should receive
acknowledgement:
DONATION FORM
Please Print:
Donor’s Name:
__________________________
Address:
_______________________________
Memorial to: ____________________
_______________________________
Send attn.to: ____________________
Donation Amount: $
_____________________
Full address:
_____________________________
Cheque
Payment by:
Cash
Charitable Number: #891755589RR0001
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In November, Remembrance Day (also known as Poppy Day or Armistice Day) is a memorial day observed
in Commonwealth countries since the end of World War I to remember the members of their Armed Forces who
have died in the line of duty. Remembrance Day is observed on November 11 to recall the end of hostilities "at
the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Lest we forget.
I’m excited to report that our Snow Open House and registration ran successfully with 47 clients signed up for
the winter season to come. If you missed the open house and would like to register please book an appointment
today as there are only 80 spots and they are filling up quickly.
Our trip this month is to the Jubilee Auditorium where we will see the students of the Calgary Arts Academy
perform in their annual winter celebration. The cost for this trip is free but to keep costs down all participants
must find their own transportation to the event.
Sign-up sheets have also been posted for our trips in December. The Rotary Club of Calgary has invited us to join
them for their Christmas Concert Kickoff starring, The Young Canadians at the Jack Singer Concert hall. Deadline
to sign-up for this trip is Monday, November 18, 2014. Back by popular demand is the Christmas Light Tour.
There are three stops in our tour; Spruce Meadows, Airdrie Festival of Lights and Confederation Park. I look
forward to spending an evening with you all, adventuring around seeing all the beautiful light displays and getting
into the festive spirit.
For further details on any programs, trips or events, please take a look at the rest of the newsletter or check out
the sign-up boards for posters.
Mandy
Programs
Line Dance Class – Instructor: Tajali Hall (Sue’s Daughter) Class dates are as follows: Friday, September 12,
26, October 3, 10, 17, 31, November 7 & 14, 2014 (8wks). Classes are from 10:30-11:30am in the main hall. Cost
is $45 for members and $50 for non-members
Tai Chi Class - Instructor: Adrian Buczek, Class is available to all skill levels. Class dates are as follows:
Friday`s, September 5, 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 31, November 7, 14, 28 and December 12, 2014. Classes
are from 9:00-10:00am in the main hall. Cost $35 for members and $40 for non-members.
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Be Fit Age Well –Be Fit Age Well is intended to offer a thorough cardiovascular, strength, balance and flexibility
training for improved quality of life, increased mental capacity and a healthy attitude for our ageing population.
Instructors: Frank McLoone & Fay Tate. Classes run on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:15 to 2:15 pm in the Main
Hall. Class dates can be found on signup poster for this program. If you would like to participate in both the
Tuesday & Thursday class the cost is $40 for members and $45 for non-members. If you would only like to attend
only one session per week (Tuesday or Thursday) the cost is $30 for members and $35 for non-members. The fee
covers 10 weeks of sessions. Please note, there will be no class on days when there is a birthday supper.
Bad Parrot
A young man named John received a parrot as a gift. The parrot had a bad attitude and an even worse
vocabulary. Every word out of the bird's mouth was rude, obnoxious and laced with profanity. John tried and
tried to change the bird's attitude by consistently saying only polite words, playing soft music and anything else
he could think of to 'clean up' the bird's vocabulary.
Finally, John was fed up and he yelled at the parrot. The parrot yelled back. John shook the parrot and the parrot
got angrier and even more rude. John, in desperation, threw up his hand, grabbed the bird and put him in the
freezer.
For a few minutes the parrot squawked and kicked and screamed. Then suddenly there was total quiet. Not a
peep was heard for over a minute. Fearing that he'd hurt the parrot, John quickly opened the door to the freezer.
The parrot calmly stepped out onto John's outstretched arms and said "I believe I may have offended you with
my rude language and actions. I'm sincerely remorseful for my inappropriate transgressions and I fully intend to
do everything I can to correct my rude and unforgivable behaviour."
John was stunned at the change in the bird's attitude. As he was about to ask the parrot what had made such a
dramatic change in his behaviour, the bird spoke-up, very softly,
"May I ask what the turkey did?"
And you thought there were no clean jokes left!
Quote for the day:
Grandparents taught it,
Parents forgot it,
Teenagers don’t get it.
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Upcoming Trips
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Snow & Mow Services
If you did not make it to the Open House to register, please call to book an appointment. No drop-ins will be
accepted. In special circumstances we will come to your residence. Our service fees are based on the combined
income of your household. Please bring your income tax assessment for 2013 so that your income can be verified.
Special needs assistance available upon qualification.
Please note: Any changes to your mow contract must be done in writing, dated and signed.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Dinner Show and Silent Auction on October 9. I would like to
especially thank the following for their donations:
Alberta Forest & Garden
Bill Baudistel
Books Between Friends
Calgary Co-op
Calgary Sports & Entertainment Corp.
Calgary Zoo
Carolyn Alway
Cash Casino
Elaine Henne
Elbow River Casino
Francine Fontaine
Gerda Johnson
Gertie Collins
GFLS
Gian Carlo Carra
Growers Direct
Heritage Park
International Avenue BRZ
Jeannette Tario
Jubilations Theatre
Lavone Darnel
Lorraine Orr
Marlborough Mall
Paris Hair and Beauty
PennWest
Quilting Group
School of Hospitality and Tourism, SAIT
Smitty's Canada Limited
Sophie Penny
Stage West Theatre Restaurant
Stoney Nakoda Resort and Casino
Sunridge Mall
The Keg Restaurant
The Mayor's Office
Walmart - East Hills
Westin Hotel and Resort
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Giuseppe excitedly tells his mother he's
fallen in love and that he is going to get
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TOOLS TOOLS TOOLS
We are collecting new and used tools (not husbands) of all kinds to be sent to KNEF, which
is K Nyame Educational Foundation in Offuman Ghana Africa. They will be used to build
homes and train young people in a trade so they can become self-sufficient and make a
living.
GFLS has agreed to be a collection center. Contact Gerry Yakimenko at 403 819 0778 or
Charles Sexsmith at 403 272 8300. A container is being prepared and will be shipped to
Ghana Africa in the New Year.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
Senior 50+ Skating
Tuesdays and Thursdays
9:00 am – 11:30 am
At the newly renovated Ernie Star Arena
4808 – 14 Avenue SE
(just behind the Forest Lawn High School, next to Bob Bahan Pool
Refreshments
(Free for the time being)
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Sunday
Monday
PROGRAMMING CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER 2014
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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1:00pm Carpet Bowling
2
Daylight Savings Day
Ends – Turn clocks
back (1) hour.
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10:00am Square Dancing
10:00am Community
Kitchen Planning Meeting
1:00pm Carpet Bowling
1:00pm Darts
9:30am Crafts
10:00am Memory Plus
1:00pm Canasta
1:00pm Memory Plus
1:15pm Be Fit & Age Well
7:00pm Floor Curling
9:30am Dorothy’s Legacy
Art Class
12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
7:00pm Crib/Bridge
10:00am Crystal Belles
12:15pm 5 Star Bingo
1:15pm Be Fit & Age Well
9:00am Tai Chi
9:30am Lawyer Clinic
10:30am Line Dancing
1:00pm Floor Curling
CENTRE CLOSED –
CARPET CLEANING
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CENTRE CLOSED – FLOOR
MAINTENANCE
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9:30am Dorothy’s Legacy
Art Class
9:30am Board Meeting
12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
7:00pm Crib/Bridge
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9:30am Dorothy’s Legacy
Art Class
9:00am Foot Clinic
12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
7:00pm Crib/Bridge
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10:00am Carpet Bowling
Roll-offs
9:00am Tai Chi
10:30am Line Dancing
1:00pm Floor Curling
1:00pm Carpet Bowling
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9:30am Dorothy’s Legacy
Art Class
12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
7:00pm Crib/Bridge
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CENTRE CLOSED –
CARPET CLEANING
CENTRE CLOSED –
CARPET CLEANING
“Remembrance Day”
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10:00am Square Dancing
1:00pm Carpet Bowling
1:00pm Darts
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9:00am Membership Blitz
10:00am Square Dancing
1:00pm Carpet Bowling
1:00pm Darts
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9:30am Crafts
10:00am Memory Plus
1:00pm Canasta
1:00pm Memory Plus
1:15pm Be Fit & Age Well
7:00pm Floor Curling
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9:00am Membership Blitz
9:30am Crafts
10:00am Memory Plus
1:00pm Canasta
1:00pm Memory Plus
1:15pm Be Fit & Age Well
7:00pm Floor Curling
GOOD FOOD BOX ORDER
NO CLASSES
7:00pm Military Whist
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10:00am Crystal Belles
12:15pm 5 Star Bingo
1:15pm Be Fit & Age Well
6:00pm Birthday Supper
M$11 NM$12
Entertainment: Craig
West
GOOD FOOD BOX PICKUP
NO CLASSES OR
ACTIVITIES
NO CLASSES OR
ACTIVITIES
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR SETUP
9:00-2:00pm CHRISTMAS
BAZAAR
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10:00am Crystal Belles
1:15pm Be Fit & Age Well
7:00pm Calgary Arts
Academy –Jubilee
Auditorium (own
transportation)
9:00am Tai Chi
10:30am Line Dancing
1:00pm Floor Curling
1:00pm Carpet Bowling
SOCIAL CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER 2014
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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7:30pm DANCE-FOR
OLDE TYME SAKE
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9:00 – 12 Noon
Sunday Morning Jam
Session & Breakfast
Cost: $7.00
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10:00am COMMUNITY
KITCHEN PLANNING
MEETING
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CARPET
MAINTENANCE
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9:30am COMMUNITY
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9:00 – 12 Noon
Sunday Morning Jam
Session & Breakfast
Cost: $7.00
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9:00 – 12 Noon
Sunday Morning Jam
Session & Breakfast
Cost: $7.00
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12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
12:15pm 5 Star Bingo
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12:00pm $7.00
Bingo to follow
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TONES
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12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
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9:00-2:00pm
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
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12:15pm 5 Star Bingo
GOOD FOOD BOX PICKUP
6:00pm Birthday
Supper M$11 NM$12
Entertainment: Craig
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12:00pm Lunch $7.00
Bingo to follow
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9:00-12 Noon
Sunday Morning Jam
Session & Breakfast
Cost: $7.00
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