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DECEMBER-
JANUARY
2019/20
Inside This Issue�
Holiday Greetings........... Pg 1
Christmas Party.………...Pg 1
Fall Festival Recap ......... Pg 2
Happy Birthday .............. Pg 2
Quilt Winner ................ Pg 2
It’s An Anniversary ........ Pg 3
Pick A Program ............. Pg 4
Volunteer Spotlight ......... Pg 5
Support Groups .............. Pg 5
December Calendar ....... Pg 6
January Calendar ........... Pg 7
Donate DME! ................ Pg 8
Volunteers needed .......... Pg 8
Sudoku Challenge ........... Pg 8
Fitness Rm Rules………..Pg 9
2020 Trips .................... Pg 10
Around Washington ..... Pg 11
Partners Membership .... Pg 12
GRACE’S GREETINGS
“...to provide programs and activities to enhance the quality of life and promote independent living for area
adults 55 years of age and older.”
Senior Center Staff
Main Desk
252-975-9368
Senior Center Supervisor
Deb Bauer
252-975-9641
Recreation Program Specialist
Travon Wallace
252-975-9638
Information & Assistance
JoAnne Poore
252-975-9639
Program Assistant
Jack Gurkin
GRACE MARTIN HARWELL
SENIOR CENTER PARTNERS, INC.
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It’s that time of year—to celebrate the Christmas
holiday with good cheer and friends. Join us at
the GMHSC for the annual Christmas party.
Enjoy special drinks, refreshments, games, and
the special Christmas Carol sing-a-long is sure to
please. We look forward to seeing you!
EVENT RECAPS -
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In late August, we had our
Annual Pizza Inn Fundraiser.
The center was able to make a
grand total of $583. We
appreciate your continued
support to the GMHSC and
Partners Inc.�
On October 22nd, the GMHSC had our Annual Fall Festival. We were
scheduled to host the event outside, but mother nature got in the way
again. This year, our Seniors really showed up and showed out. We had
games such as the cake walk, bobbing for apples, and corn hole toss.
There was also live music from the group “Rockreation”, vendors and
even a few treats. The costume contest was won for the 3rd year in a row
by Bette Hamilton, who came as “50 shades of Gray”. We hope to see
you again next year. You don’t want to miss it!
Congratulations to Ms. Mary Brewer, who is the winner of the Annual Quilt
Raffle, sponsored by the GMHSC Partners, Inc. group. The beautiful quilt was
handmade by Pat Carlson, a member of the Pamlico River Quilt Guild.
Proceeds from the raffle will be used to support GMHSC programs and fitness
center equipment upgrades. Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket and
congratulations again to Mary on your awesome win!
100 years ago a great event took place in
Attleboro, MA. Harlan MacKendrick was
born on January 18th, 1920. The Roaring 20's was beginning and
that's the world little Harlan was born into. He was happily married to
Edith for 73 years before she passed four years ago. They had two
children, a son Robert, who lives in MA and a daughter Linda who
lives here. Harlan enlisted in the Army after Pearl Harbor. Harlan did
his Officer Candidate School in Providence, RI. He served for 13
years and is a WWII veteran. Harlan and his family moved to NC in
1948. The first moved to Williamston and then Washington. They
were instrumental in starting the men's Zion Shelter where Harlan
volunteered for 35-40 years. Harlan is a very active senior. He lives
independently with his dog Maggie, who gets him out to the dog park
daily. When his dog Maggie isn’t keeping him busy he is very active
at the Sr. Center There is no way to adequately cover 100 years in a
short overview Stop, talk and ask Harlan about his amazing life.
The GMHSC will be closed December
19th and 20th for floor replacement in
the lobby and downstairs hallway. There
will be NO ACTIVITIES during this
time. We will reopen on December 23rd.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The River Readers Book Club (RRBC) will be celebrating seven years at the GMH Senior Center on
January 23, 2019. All are welcome to participate and anyone can recommend a book and facilitate
the discussion. We've read a variety of authors from Bill O'Reilly to Jane Eyre, fiction, non-fiction,
biographies and classics. Each month, there is a lively discussion, then grading of the books from 1-
10. Honestly, we have had some zeros. We are a diverse group of seniors with many opinions and
we sure laugh a lot. If you are a reader, please come join us on the fourth Wednesday of each
month from 3-4:30pm at the GMHSC. We'd love to meet you and have you become a part of RRBC.
If you need additional information please call the Senior Center or Chris Hall, 252-702-0403.
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You never know when certain skills could
come in handy. Interested in learning CPR?
The Grace Martin Harwell Senior enter
invites you to come out and learn the basics
of CPR. The class will be held on
January 29th, 2019.
Only 15 slots for the class!!
PICK A PROGRAM
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GMH SENIOR CENTER
Christmas Movie
Friday�
Dec. 13, 2019�
2:00pm�
Popcorn and drinks available
for purchase!�
�� Please make sure you lock your
vehicle before coming in the GMHSC.
�� Do not leave valuables in your car!
�� Please notify staff if you see anyone in the
parking lot that looks suspicious.
�� Don’t drive when tired - know your body and
it’s limits.
We prefer you to be safe, rather than sorry!
310 W Main St., Washington, NC 27889
Next to the “Orange Caboose”
You’re Invited…...
Are you ready to help the Senior Center be
even better than it is now? Are you willing to
help just a few hours a month? We need you
to become a member of the GMHSC Partner’s,
Inc. and assist us with the short and long term
needs of the Senior Center. Curious?
Interested? Come check us out on Tuesday,
January 21st at 2:00pm. Light refreshments
will be served, and a short meeting will be
held. We’d love to see you there!
Phone: 252-975-9368
Email: [email protected]
Front Desk: let attendant know
NEED TO KNOW INFORMATION
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We’re always here to lend a helping hand - attend
one of our FREE support groups:
�� Grand Ideas: grandparents raising
grandchildren—2nd Thursday each month Sept.
- May @ 9:00am
�� Grief Support: any type of loss is welcome to
attend. 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 3:30pm
�� Diabetic Support: all diabetics welcome on the
3rd Tuesday each month Sept. - May at
11:00am.
�� Caregivers Support: for people caring for loved
ones and need support; meeting on the 4th
Monday of each month from 5:30-6:30pm.
Contact the Senior Center at 252-975-9368 for more
information.
Come join the Beaufort County
Traditional Music Association at the
Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center for
an enjoyable afternoon full of music!�
Last Tuesday of Each
Month from�
2:00�4:00pm�
For more information, please call the
Senior Center at 252�975�9368 �
�� “Jingle Bells” was written for Thanks-
giving, not Christmas
�� The first artificial Christmas Tree was-
n’t a tree at all. It was created out of
goose feathers that were dyed green
�� Brenda Lee recorded “Rockin’ Around
the Christmas Tree” when she was only
13 years old.
�� The Statue of Liberty was gifted to the
US by the French on Christmas day in
1886.
We’d like to introduce
our newest volunteer of
the month, Diana Robb!
Diana is originally from
Kane, Pennsylvania. She
moved to Washington,
NC in 1998 because her
husband had a boatyard
at in Belhaven, NC. She volunteers at the
Senior Center because she likes to give back to
the community and interacting with everyone.
Diana has been a member of the GMHSC for
almost 15 years and says her favorite job is to
be the front desk receptionist. We thank
Diana for being a wonderful volunteer and
supporting the mission of the GMH Senior
Center.
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�� Please ENTER the building at the Main
Entrance ONLY
�� Please CHECK-IN with your BAR CODE
at the computer BEFORE your activity.
�� Please WEAR your PICTURE ID at all
times
If you have any issues checking in or have lost
your ID or BAR CODE, please see us at the
office to get assistance. Checking-in and
wearing your ID helps us to keep the building
and YOU secure at all times.
If you have 1-2 hours a month to volunteer, the
GMHSC can use you! Here are some of the
volunteer positions that are available on a daily/
weekly, or monthly basis. See Deb or Travon to get
an application and join our volunteer team.
We will accept most any donation of
“durable medical equipment” (DME)
such as wheelchairs, walkers, shower
chairs, etc. to lend or donate to other
residents and members in need. Call us
for more information at 252-975-9368
or bring your donations to the office.
Our members in need thank you!
�� Medical appointment driver
�� Fitness room attendant
�� Front desk assistant
�� Bingo caller
�� Fitness class or dancing class instructor
�� Group art/activity instructor
�� Handyman/maintenance assistance
�� Special Event volunteers
�� Share your special skills as well!
Anyone UNDER the age of 55 must have
permission to be inside the senior center from
the GMHSC supervisor or designated City of
Washington staff members. We appreciate
everyone adhering to this rule and realizing
Seniors are an EXCLUSIVE group. Enjoy!
FITNESS ROOM INFORMATION
Sudoku Solution
Monthly Joke!
Why do we tell
actors to “break a
leg?”
Because every play has
a cast.
To keep our wonderful fitness room clean and our equipment in top shape, we
kindly ask each member to respect and follow the rules listed below:�
�� Please wear CLEAN SHOES. Mud,
grit, and grass damages the
equipment.�
�� If you need assistance, come ask,
we’ll gladly help.�
�� Treat machines gently � press
bu�ons easily, don’t hold
displays. It’s expensive to fix!�
�� Please limit machine use to 30
minutes max when busy.�
�� Put all items back a$er each use.�
�� If you are sick, please come
when you feel be�er.�
�� Wipe equipment down with an
an'bacterial wipe a$er use.�
�� Pick up any trash before leaving.�
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2020 TRAVEL TRIPS
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Lancaster PA—Sight & Sound Theater
May 12– May 14, 2020
$389.00 person/double occupancy
�
Join us on a 3�day, 2�night tour of the
Amish country in Lancaster, PA. Visit the
Sight & Sound Theater to see “Queen
Esther”, tour farmlands, get treats at the
Kitchen Kettle Village, and shop at an
authentic farmer’s market. Includes 2
breakfasts & 2 dinners.�
Cape Cod, MA
Sept. 20-25, 2020
$829 person/double
occupancy
Your 6�day, 5�night trip includes 5
breakfasts & 3 dinners, including a
lobster bake dinner. Visit Martha’s
Vineyard, have a guided tour of Boston,
visiting the Freedom Trail and Bunker
Hill, along with other sights. Tour
Plymouth and Hyannis, MA and then visit
Newport, RI and see the old, majestic
houses and Bowen’s Wharf. This will be
a don’t miss trip!�
For Information on ANY trip, just call the Senior Center at 252-975-9368. Trip flyers are available at the
Senior Center office. All trips are double occupancy priced, single trip priced higher.
Trip insurance available at an extra cost per trip, per person.
YOU MUST BRING A DEPOSIT (Money Order or Check ONLY) TO HOLD YOUR SEAT. YOU
WILL NEED 2 CHECKS IF YOU WISH TO PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE.
Christmas In Virginia
December1-3, 2020
$399.00 person/
double occupancy
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This will be an incredible trip! Join us for a 3�day, 2 night adventure in the Norfolk/
Virginia Beach area. Cruise on the “Spirit of Norfolk” for a holiday luncheon down the
Elizabeth River. Then, enjoy admission to Christmas town at Busch Gardens and see
one of the largest Christmas light displays in America. We’ll also visit the Chrysler
Museum of Art, do some holiday shopping, and see the holiday lights at the beach. �
AROUND WASHINGTON, NC
December 2019
�� Everyday: 55th Fine Arts Show: Juried Show (Rent)
�� 7th- Christmas Open House and Candlelight Tours, Holiday Homes Tour, Washington Christmas Parade
�� 12-14th Carolina Nature Photography Exhibit on Display… Also on the 12th Washington Senior Dance
�� 13th & 17th Arts of the Pamlico’s Christmas Variety Show
�� 17th-31st Show Carolina Nature Photography Exhibit on Display
January 2020
�� 1-4th 55th Fine Arts Show: Juried Show &Carolina Nature Photography Exhibit on Display
�� 18th - Annual AOP Gala – ‘Mardi Gras’
�� 25th- Belhaven – Pickin’ on the Pungo
�� 28th -NC Duck Stamp Competition & 2020 NC Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition
Check us out on the web: www.washingtonparksandrecreation.com/senior�center/�
Like us on Facebook: GMHSeniorcenter�
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THE PARTNER’S PAGE...FUNDRAISER!
Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center
Partners, Inc.
310 W Main St
Washington, NC 27889
Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage
PAID
Washington, NC 27889
Permit No. 6
The Partners is a non-profit organization
that supports the Grace Martin Harwell
Senior Center through fundraising,
advocacy, and public awareness. It is a 501(c)
(3) non-profit organization. Membership is
open to all individuals and representatives of
other organizations who support the purpose
of the Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center.
MEMBERSHIP RATES
Gold: $100 Silver: $50
Supporting: $25 Member: $10
If you are interested in joining see the staff at the
Senior Center for a membership application.
The Partners organization allows the Senior
Center to enhance and build programs.
With the money provided by our Partners
group, we are able to recognize our
volunteers, hold Spring Fling and Fall
Festival, and much more!
The Partners organization meets
quarterly and all Partners members are
welcome to attend. If you are interested in
learning more about Partners, please contact
the Senior Center.
252-975-9638
Phone: 252-975-9368
Email: [email protected]
