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OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2015 1 Senior Director - Lynette Jordan Senior Coordinator - Pat McBride Senior Specialist - Mikayla Schnettler German Volunteer - Gereon Recht Office (734) 699-8918 Greetings, The Center has marked another great summer along with a fun new event, “The Summer Extravaganza” an evening with dinner, dancing and auction. The Center received Great reviews and if you were not able to attend you won’t want to miss out next year. At the Western Wayne County Senior Olympics our Senior participants received a total of 49 Medals - 25 Gold, 12 Silver, and 12 Bronze. Congratulations to all who participated! The Center has a new German Volunteer, his name is Gereon Recht. If you haven’t met him, please stop in and say hello. He has a great personality, always smiling, and eager to help. The Hidden Treasures Gift Shop has reopened after August closing. New inventory has arrived with lovely, interesting new items. Stop in and Shop! Programs and classes are in full session after summer break. Be sure to check-out the Spotlight page for the updated schedule as well as upcoming events. The Senior Center received a generous donation of $2,000 from a member who would like to remain anonymous. On behalf of the Center we are truly grateful for the donation. The money is earmarked for the Endowment Fund. The Endowment Committee oversees the money and uses the funds for Senior Center needs only. The Endowment Fund has purchased new exercise equipment for the Fitness Room, fixtures for the Gift Shop, as well as assisting in the funding of the stipend for the German Volunteer Program. If you wish to make a donation or a legacy contribution please see Pat McBride or myself. Dorothy Bailey, “Captain” of the Senior Center Bake Sale held Saturday, December 5 th . Don’t miss out on all the homemade goodies! If you would like to help out and donate baked goods please contact Dorothy or the Center. All proceeds will benefit the Senior Center. It is truly great to see all of you, and welcome to all new members. Best wishes to all, be safe, stay healthy, and ever positive. Lynette

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Senior Director - Lynette Jordan Senior Coordinator - Pat McBride Senior Specialist - Mikayla Schnettler German Volunteer - Gereon Recht Office (734) 699-8918

Greetings,

The Center has marked another great summer along with a fun new event, “The Summer

Extravaganza” an evening with dinner, dancing and auction. The Center received Great reviews

and if you were not able to attend you won’t want to miss out next year.

At the Western Wayne County Senior Olympics our Senior participants received a total of 49

Medals - 25 Gold, 12 Silver, and 12 Bronze. Congratulations to all who participated!

The Center has a new German Volunteer, his name is Gereon Recht. If you haven’t met him,

please stop in and say hello. He has a great personality, always smiling, and eager to help.

The Hidden Treasures Gift Shop has reopened after August closing. New inventory has arrived

with lovely, interesting new items. Stop in and Shop!

Programs and classes are in full session after summer break. Be sure to check-out the Spotlight

page for the updated schedule as well as upcoming events.

The Senior Center received a generous donation of $2,000 from a member who would like to

remain anonymous. On behalf of the Center we are truly grateful for the donation. The money

is earmarked for the Endowment Fund. The Endowment Committee oversees the money and

uses the funds for Senior Center needs only. The Endowment Fund has purchased new exercise

equipment for the Fitness Room, fixtures for the Gift Shop, as well as assisting in the funding

of the stipend for the German Volunteer Program. If you wish to make a donation or a legacy

contribution please see Pat McBride or myself.

Dorothy Bailey, “Captain” of the Senior Center Bake Sale held Saturday, December 5th. Don’t

miss out on all the homemade goodies! If you would like to help out and donate baked goods

please contact Dorothy or the Center. All proceeds will benefit the Senior Center.

It is truly great to see all of you, and welcome to all new members.

Best wishes to all, be safe, stay healthy, and ever positive. Lynette

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Birthday Monday Join us on the 2nd Monday of each month

to celebrate all members’ birthdays. Lunch will be served along with birthday cake,

and please join us for bingo afterwards. Lunch Donation is $2.25

Come Celebrate. All are welcome!

October 19th—sign up by Friday, October 16th 1 week later than normal

November 9th—sign up by Friday, November 6th December 14th—sign up by Friday, December 11th

Center Closings

Wednesday, November 11th—Veterans Day Thursday, November 26th—Thanksgiving

Friday, November 27th—Day after Thanksgiving Thursday, December 24th through January 3rd.

Center will reopen Monday, January 4th

Gift Certificates Make Great Gifts! You can purchase gift certificates in any amount for Center memberships, renewal memberships,

gift shop, special events, activities, and travel.

New Members! :-) Check out the fitness room and all the classes,

trips, programs, and events that are offered.

The Center office is open Monday through Friday

7:30am - 4:00pm

If you have any questions, comments

or requests please let us know.

Membership Member dues expire on your birthday.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Sign-In / Scan tag The Center is currently issuing each member

a scan tag. Please stop at the Center’s main office

to pick up your tag. Be sure you have your scan

tag with you when coming to the Center.

The scanner is at the front door office.

We keep track of attendance to serve you better.

Attendance supports future programming.

Please keep the Center informed of any phone #

or address change to assure the newsletter

will reach you.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Dates to Remember!

Thursday, October 1st - A Meal for ME!

Tuesday, October 6th - Grandparent Gifting

Wednesday, October 21st - Elder Law

Saturday, October 31st - Halloween!!

Sunday, November 1st - Daylight Savings Time Ends

Tuesday, November 10th - Veteran’s Luncheon

Wednesday, November 11th - Veterans Day

Tuesday, November 17th - MMAP Enrollment

Thursday, November 26th - Thanksgiving

Saturday, December 5th - Craft & Bake Sale

Monday, Dec. 7th - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Friday, December 11th - Member’s Christmas Party

Monday, December 21st - Winter begins

Friday, December 25th - Merry Christmas

Friday, January 1st - Happy New Year

Birthstone/Flower

October - Opal / Calendula

November - Topaz / Chrysanthemum

December - Turquoise / Narcissus or Holly

WELCOME

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Office Assistants Jean Boyd, Marvell Brown, Deb Evans, Lee Farmer,

Bonnie Hamill, Lee Herrmann, Vera Ireland,

Pam Kaatz, Laurine Martin, Doris Marttila,

Sandy Meyer, Betty Neill, Carol O’Keefe,

Wanda Ritchey, Barbara Serri, Pat Sobecki ,

Margaret Thompson & Cheryl Williams

German Volunteer Gereon Recht

Hidden Treasures Gift Shop

Volunteers Dorothy Bailey, Diane Ferguson, Bulah Hughes,

Frances Hutchison, Clare King, Mary Korgal,

Judy Morris, Phyllis Queener, Wanda Ritchey,

Carol Shell, Joan Shellito & RoseMarie Smith

Transportation Dave Callihan, Henry Johnson,

Melvin Moore & Beverly Porter

Volunteer Drivers Caroline Dempsey, Linda Disney,

Kristi Dolot, Joyce Forest, Dave Harvieux,

Charles Hutchison, Joe Leonard,

Ed Meyer, Mava Pettway, Diane Pilisko,

Ron Poniatowski, Harry Roesch, Alvesta Smith,

Marlene Thomas, John Wasilenski

& Beverly Williamson

Nutrition Staff Estelle Wilson, Site Manager

Wafa Baleja, Lee Brooks, Gwen Bowman Else,

Jim Foley, Bobbie Jones, Tom Luczak,

Gary Marshall, Pat McAfee, Deborah Richards,

Gary Slaughter, Dawn Thompson & Brian Walters

Special Thanks To all the Volunteers at SDSC.

We appreciate you going above and beyond!

The Newsletter has been brought to you

by the following friendly folks:

Roger & Diane Ferguson, Eleanore Hendrickson, Lee Herrmann,

Clare King, Janna Loechli, Doris Marttila,

Don & Betty Pare, John Plona,

Carol Shell, Joan Shellito, Pat Sobecki,

Hubert & Sharon Stubbs,

Richard & Lila Timm,

Shirley Truxal & Glenda Wright

The January, February and March newsletter will be put together Tuesday, December 22nd

at 8:00am. Hope to see you there!

We Miss You! Thinking of You!

All your friends at the Center are sending GET WELL wishes to those who are under the

weather or recuperating from surgery. Please give

us a call and let us know how you're doing.

Sheila Binkiewiez, Bill Campbell, Deb Evans,

Ernestine Hixon, David Moue, Vance Porter,

Harry Roesch

In Sympathy Our hearts reach out to you and

your families: Glenice Bozman, Hope Derr, Ronald Dubsky,

Annie Grishaber, Kathryn Griffin, Ruth Hall,

Mildred Keelan, Lillian Kuzel, Annette Mach,

Linda Moore, Steve Moue (Son of David Moue),

Shirley Petrosky, Robert Smitt, Scott Viers,

William Wright

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Meals A nutritious meal is served

Monday - Friday at 11:30am

Suggested donation of $2.25 for persons 60 and older (under 60 is $3.75)

Please call 699-8920 by 12 noon on the previous day so that a meal can be ordered for you.

Meals on Wheels Program (734)727-7358

Liquid Nutrition (734)727-7363

Health & Fitness The Center Fitness room is equipped with machines used for physical therapy, rehab and personal use.

Treadmills, weights, bikes, and other exercise equipment is available for Senior Members use.

Two newly refurbished pool tables are ready

for a Fun Game of Pool!

The Center offers a variety of Exercise Classes,

Health and Wellness Seminars, and Massage Therapy by appointment.

There’s Something For Everyone at September Days!

Mission Statement The mission of September Days Senior Center is to provide the availability of quality services, social interaction, and intellectual needs of maturing adults. Socialization,

education, health, and opportunities for community services will be made available through nutritious meals, planned recreational programs, an informative newsletter, speakers, classes, trips, health screenings, tax assistance, information and referral, and advocacy.

RESTAURANT CLUB

Formal to informal dining! The Restaurant Club meets the 3rd Tuesday

of the month unless otherwise specified. Bus will depart the Center at 11:00am.

Your guest check may vary according to your food choices and travel cost may vary due to

location of restaurant. If you know in advance you cannot attend please call so the seat may be

filled by someone on the waiting list.

October 20th Joe’s French Italian - Monroe

November 17th Steve & Rocky’s - Novi

December No club this month!

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The Emergency food assistance program

(TEFAP) (Any age)

1 person- $1,962 per mo. 2 persons-$2,655 per mo. 3 persons-$3,348 per mo. Add $693 per month for each additional family

Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP)

Counselors can meet with you and help you:

§ Understand doctor bills, hospital bills, and Medicare Summary Notices. § Understand Medicare/Medicaid eligibility, enrollment, coverage, claims, and appeals. § Review your Medicare supplemental insurance needs, compare policies and pursue claims and refunds. § Identify resources for prescription drug assistance. § Explore long term care financing options, including long term care insurance. § Identify and report Medicare/Medicaid fraud and abuse.

For more information or to speak with a

MMAP Counselor. Contact: The Senior Alliance

(734)722-2830

Social Security

To sign up for Social Security or for other info, i.e. change of address, direct deposit, etc.

Call 1-800-772-1213.

Senior Services The Transportation Program

Assists Van Buren Township Seniors in

getting to their doctor’s appointments as well as local errands.

Transportation is available Monday through Friday. Appointments must be scheduled between

10:00am and 2:00pm. The last pickup is 2:00pm.

Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance by calling (734)699-8945.

Rides will be scheduled as calls are received. When making a reservation, be sure to include

your phone number. Medical appointments take priority over non-medical transportation.

Rides in Van Buren / Belleville $2.00 each way.

Rides to destinations out of the area, but within a 20-mile radius is $7.00 each way.

Lunch pick-ups $3.00 Thursday local shopping trips $3.00

Transportation Punch Cards are available for purchase at the Senior Center office.

Focus: HOPE

Food for Van Buren Township Seniors is available through September Days Senior Center.

To register call: (734) 699-8918. Pick-up the 3rd Thursday of each month.

12:00 to 3:00 pm. Income guidelines are as follows:

Focus: HOPE

Must be 60 years of age or older 1 person - $1,276 per mo. 2 persons - $1,726 per mo. 3 persons - $2,177 per mo.

Add $451 per month for

each additional family

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Members’ Christmas Party Friday, December 11th

4:00pm-8:00pm

$10.00 per person

Tickets available at the Center

through Monday, December 7th

September Days Senior Center

734-699-8918

BAKE SALE Saturday, December 5th

9:00am-3:00pm

If you would like to help and donate

some homemade baked goods, please

contact Dorothy Bailey or the Center

Hope to see you there!

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Saturday Western Wayne Quilt Guild 9:00am (2nd Sat) Line Dancing 9:30am

Wednesday Arthritis Foundation Exercise 9:30am

Mat & Frame Workshop 10:00am (call for dates)

Glass Fusing Workshop 10:00am (call for dates)

Zumba Gold 10:30am

Variety Club 11:00am (call for dates)

Photography Club 2:00pm (call for dates)

Red Hat Meeting 2:00pm (call for dates)

We Care Quilt Group 3:00pm

MS Support Group 6:00pm (1st Wed)

Friday Arthritis Foundation Exercise 9:30am

Zumba Gold 10:30am Penny Bingo 12:30pm Art Class 12:30pm (call for dates)

Thursday Step Aerobics 9:30am Photography Workshop 10:00am (call for dates) Beading Class 12:00pm Focus Hope/Commodities 12pm - 3pm (3rd Thur) Norwegian Massage 1:00-5:00pm (call f. appt) Herb Class 2:00pm Shopping (Call for dates)

Tuesday Yoga 9:30am (call for dates) Dance Exercise 9:30am

Jin Shin Jyutsu 10:00am

Tai Chi 10:45am (call for dates)

Restaurant Club 11:00am (3rd Tuesday)

Trivia 12:00pm

Crochet/Knitting 1:00pm

S.D.S.C. Quilting 3:00pm

Monday Copy Cats 9:00am Arthritis Foundation Exercise 9:30am Blood Pressure 10:00am – noon Zumba Gold 10:30am Ceramics 1:00pm Cards 1:00pm Birthday Monday 11:30am (2nd Monday) Foot Doctor (call for date & appt.)

Sunday Sunday Music (band) 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Hidden Treasures Gift Shop “Our Center’s Own Little Jewel”

Beautiful handmade gifts for all occasions at very reasonable prices. Gift Shop hours: M - F 10am-2pm

Gift shop closed month of August.

Foot Doctor Dr. Robert Lubin, the Foot Doctor is at the Center once a month. Call the Center to schedule an appointment.

Norwegian Massage Pamper Yourself! Benefits of Massage are improving

circulation, balance, flexibility, posture and joint mobility. Sissel, the massage therapist is available each

Thursday. Call the Center for an appointment.

September Days Senior Center Weekly Schedule

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Spotlight Page

Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment Tuesday, November 17th MMAP counselors here to answer questions/apply and enroll for Medicare and Medicaid. 10am-3pm 1st come 1st serve.

Annual Senior Center Bake Sale - Fund Raiser Saturday, December 5th 9am-noon Don’t miss out!! Home bakes pies, cookies, breads and more! Donations accepted.

Craft Show - Parks & Recreation - Sat. Dec 5th 9am-3pm Great place to do your one-stop Christmas shopping or treat yourself to one of the unique crafts for your home.

Mitten Tree The tree will be by the front door of the Center the first week of December. Van Buren Twp and Belleville Goodfellows collect mittens, hats, gloves and scarves and distribute locally to children in need. Please donate!

Jin Shin Jyutsu - NEW - GROUP SESSION Tuesdays from 10am-11am—Free You will be led through a series of simple hand place-ments that promote health, harmony and well being. Sign up at the Center or drop in.

Programs / Classes Please be sure to register for all programs. Even complimentary ones. It’s easy to do! One of our friendly office volunteers will be happy to assist you.

Class / Program Date Changes Occasionally the Center may need to reschedule a class or change the room location to accommodate classes/programming and presentations at the Center. We will do our best to accommodate all.

Winter Weather Warning In case of inclement weather, some or all activities and programs at the Center may be cancelled. Call ahead to ensure Center is open.

Loan closet

If you have need for medical equipment, please con-tact the Center office at 734-699-8918. Equipment is loaned without conditions. If you have equipment to donate, feel free to drop it off during business hours.

“Sock it to US” RSVP–Make a Difference Starting Oct 1st—Oct 31st Donate new socks, any size, color and style. Drop box at the Center. Help someone put their best foot forward!

A Meal for Me - Hosted by HOM

Thursday, October 1st - 1:00pm

A collection of recipes cookbook which provides single serving recipes preparing simple, healthy and flavorful meals without spending hours in the kitchen. Join a live demo and sample recipes from the Hospice of Michigan Cookbook. RSVP by Monday, Sept. 28th.

Grandparenting Gifting - New York Life Tuesday, October 6th - 11am Lunch and learn how to gift to your grandchildren that will make a difference in their future. Call or stop by the Center to sign up.

Yoga with Tammy Starting Tuesday, October 6th Gentle yoga class incorporates diaphragmatic breathing, yoga postures and alignment to increase strength, balance and flexibility. Sign up at the Center.

Flu Shots - Hosted by CVS Friday, October 2nd & October 9th Call the Center at 699-8918 to schedule your appointment. Bring your medical card.

Elder Law & Advocacy Center Wednesday, October 21st - 10am Sharp! Free Legal assistance for Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, Guardianship, Probate & more. Sign up at the Center for this free informative presentation.

Veteran’s Luncheon Tuesday, November 10th Let’s take time from our busy lives and remember the brave soldiers of our country. The Center is hosting a luncheon and all are invited. Please RSVP by noon.

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Travel 2015

OCTOBER

October 5th/6th Little River/Gun Lake Casino - Manistee, MI $154 Dbl Bianco 1 night at Little River Casino plus slot play and food voucher at both casino’s.

October 8th Fall Color Tour - Ypsilanti and Dexter, MI $7 SDSC Wiard’s Orchard’s and Cider Mill and on to Red Brick Kitchen in Dexter for lunch on your own and then on to Hudson Mills Metropark.

October 13th Studio Tours - Detroit, MI $18 SDSC Share the fun and fantasy of the Thanksgiving Day Parade floats being made. Cameras are highly encouraged. Lunch on your own at Lafayette Coney Island. Oct 19th/20th Niagara Falls Getaway - Ontario, Canada $264 Dbl Bianco Up close boat tour of the magnificent Great Gorge. American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls. Much more!

October 20th Firekeepers Casino - Battle Creek, MI $39 Bianco Round trip plus $20 slot credit and $5 food or slot play.

October 22nd Toledo Glass - Toledo, MI $88 Custom Enjoy a day tour to Toledo. Stop at the Glass Museum, Fine Arts Museum, make a glass piece and lunch at the Art Museum.

NOVEMBER

November 16th - 20th Mall of America - Minnesota $599 Dbl Custom Motorcoach to Wisconsin for a dinner and show, continue to Minnesota to Mall of America for shopping. On to House on the Rock in Wisconsin and make a Wisconsin cheese stop.

Nov 30th - Dec 4th New York Holiday - Hasbrouck, NJ $1104 Dbl Bianco 4 nights at the Hilton in NJ. Pick up the flyer for all the sights to see on this amazing trip.

DECEMBER

December 1st “Charlie the Christmas Elf” Turkeyville - Marshall, MI $49 SDSC Turkeyville offers a fabulous buffet, beautiful set and sparkling costumes for that warm and fuzzy feeling that will last the entire Christmas season.

December 31st “Always Patsy Cline” New Year’s Eve - Wyandotte, MI $89 Custom The show is based on her biography Honky Tonk Angel. Dinner at Sinbads overlooking the Detroit River and a champagne toast to usher in the New Year.

Check out these new and exciting trips in the travel section at the Center!

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JANUARY, FEBRUARY & MARCH January 25th Motor City Casino - Detroit, MI $25 Bianco Receive a $35 incentive good for any slot machine. To receive casino package you must bring a photo ID.

February 9th Caesar’s Casino - Windsor, Canada $23 Bianco Join in the fun for Mardi Gras!! More info to come.

February 17th Tipping Point Theatre - Northville, MI $32 SDSC Neil Simon’s contemporary comic classic! Florence Ungar and Olive Madison decide to live together. Will these two mismatched friends survive?

March 6th - 9th Philadelphia Flower Show - Pennsylvania $604 Dbl Bianco With Spring on the horizon more than 250,000 horticulturists, gardeners and beauty lovers flock to the Convention Center for the largest Flower Show in the world. Includes 3 breakfasts & 2 Dinners.

You Can Make A Difference—Write Now! Keep the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) a viable federal program. We received information from Washington, D.C. that the U.S. House of Representatives will be discussing the FY 2016 funding bill for the Corporation for National and Community Services (CNCS) on the floor of the Senate in July 2015. CNCS is the federal organization that provides funding for RSVP. As RSVP volunteers, it is imperative that we tell congress how we transform people’s lives each and every day in our community through volunteering at nonprofit agencies and centers in Wayne County. We are ask-ing you to send your Federal Legislators stories on how you, an RSVP volunteer, make an impact in your community. In your letter, you will ask them to maintain the present funding level for CNCS. As justification, you will tell them what you do as an RSVP volunteer and explain how the recipient of the service responds to you and the service you provide. WE HOPE WE CAN COUNT ON YOU! Congressman Dave Trott Senator Debbie Stabenow Senator Gary Peters Jr. U.S. Representative U.S. Senator U.S. Senator 1722 Longworth House Office Building 731 Hart Senate Office Building 724 Hart Senator Office Building Washington, D.C. 20151 Washington, D.C. 20510 Washington, D.C. 20510 202-225-8171 202-224-4822 202-224-6221

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I am a Seenager. (Senior Teenager) I have everything I wanted as a teenager, only 60 years later!

I don’t have to go to school or work. I get an allowance every month.

I have my own pad. I don’t have a curfew.

I have a driver’s license and my own car. The people I hang around with are not scared of getting

pregnant and do not use drugs. And, I don’t have acne…

LIFE IS GREAT!

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Carbon Monoxide Awareness

It may be odorless, but it’s certainly far from harmless. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a very poisonous gas that is invisible, odorless and tasteless, and it

can build up to dangerous levels in any home. Even yours.

CO comes from the incomplete combustion of common fuels such as natural gas, propane,

heating oil, gasoline, coal, wood, charcoal and kerosene, and from almost any combustible

material such as tobacco, cloth and paper. Cigarette smoke and vehicle exhaust create the most

significant sources of regular CO exposure for most people, but just about any appliance or

machine that burns a fuel has the ability to produce CO if it’s malfunctioning. Problems such as

a crack in your furnace, a clogged chimney, or simply warming up your car in the garage — even

with the garage door open — can build up dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.

Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning A person exposed to carbon monoxide may complain of a headache, dizziness, nausea or fatigue,

and other symptoms similar to the flu. In severe cases, it can cause unconscious ness, brain or

heart damage... or death. If you experience flu-like symptoms that go away when you leave

your home, suspect CO poisoning. Children, pets and the elderly are especially vulnerable.

If you have symptoms that might be CO poisoning, you should have everyone leave the

premises — including your pets, if you can safely take them with you. Seek medical attention

immediately, especially if all the residents of a home are suffering from the same symptoms

at the same time, or if the symptoms improve when you leave the house.

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‘Tis The Season

CANDY CHRISTMAS COSTUME

FALL GHOST GINGERBREAD

HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN SANTA

SCARECROW SKATING SNOW

SNOWBALL SNOWMAN THANKFUL

THANKSGIVING TRICKORTREAT TURKEY

H G O G G S N F T O D W G V C

L L N O U A C S A A R N N I H

X F R I M V N A E P S R I N R

X E L W V O A R R C V A T Z I

O N O Q W I B I T E Z W A U S

S N I B S R G G R T C J K M T

S G A K E K H S O C U R S P M

D L Q G P O P H K A O R O C A

L A N M S M R W C N L X K W S

Z I G T I G U W I D A L Z E E

G T M X E P P P R Y X H A O Y

C O S T U M E S T R W M T F L

H A L L O W E E N G O R A S G

L U F K N A H T A T N A S T X

W O Q F M D S O P L S B D N D

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Thank You! David C. Brown Funeral Home

for the multitude of yearly magazine subscriptions that are supplied to the Center.

Thank You! Garden Fantasy Florist

and Greenhouse for your services.

LAUGH!

It’s good for you! :-)

Senior Humor

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Red Hat Society Newsletter

http://www.orgsites.com/mi/carol

Please visit my son Brian's website for his eBooks and music:

http://www.PassionHero.com

TATA for now my lovely boa babes,

Carol, Queen Mum…you can reach me at: 734-431-4157 or

[email protected]

We are a group of SASSY ladies who are over the age of 50 and love to have FUN!!

So we wear red hats and purple outfits.

Those under 50, wear pink hats and lavender outfits. Come and see what we are about!

Queen Mum: Carol Shell

OCTOBER 2015 Our meeting will be Wednesday, October 14th at 3:00pm at the Senior Center's dining room. At 2:00pm we will play

LEFT RIGHT CENTER…so bring those nickels.

Need 4 people to bring in yummy desserts! Our event for October is the Product Shop’s FALL HARVEST TEA on Saturday, October 24th at 11:45am and it

will be held at the Livonia Senior Center, 15218 Farmington Rd at 5 Mile Rd., Livonia. The cost is $25.00 and

your check will need to be in by Saturday, October 10th (contact Brenda at 734-525-9995). No tickets will be sold at

the door. This is an elegant affair with gloves, hats, fans, lots of bling, and a parasol is optional. Bring your favorite

tea cup. There will be tea sandwiches, scones, soup, dessert and tea. We can carpool from the Senior Center at 11:00am.

NOVEMBER 2015

Our meeting will be Wednesday, November 18th (note date changed) at 3:00pm at the Senior Center’s dining room.

At 2:00pm we will play PENNY BINGO…so bring those pennies.

Need 4 people to bring tea sandwiches, scones, desserts, etc. Bring your favorite tea cup! This is going to be a fun

red hat elegant affair with gloves, hats, fans, lots of bling, etc…so get busy making a funny Red Hat for this event.

There will be prizes.

On Sunday, November 15th, at 2:00pm we will attend a play, ALMOST MAINE at the Canton Village Theater (Cherry

Hill and Ridge Rd.). The cost is $14.00 for seniors. We can meet at the Senior Center at 12:30pm to carpool or meet at the

theater at 1:15pm.

DECEMBER 2015

On Wednesday, December 9th, we will have our meeting and Christmas party at either Applebee's or Twisted Rooster

on Belleville Rd. (we will choose the restaurant at Oct or Nov meeting). Those who want to participate in our gift

exchange at this time can do so. If you don’t bring a gift card, don’t expect a gift. I am requesting the gift to be a $10 gift

card (from Meijer, Walmart, a restaurant, etc.). Please put your gift card in a Christmas card, you can sign the card if

you wish. I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. I just want to let you know you are

the best Red Hat group ever.

There will be no meeting in January or February due to the weather during those months.

Ta Ta my boa babes,

Carol Shell, Queen Mum

Call me: 734-697-4040 or email me: [email protected]

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OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2015

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October

4th– The Three J’s

11th– Southern Express

18th– J. Frandsen

25th– Bobby Hutch

November

1st– To Be Announced

8th– J. Frandsen

15th– Big City Country

22nd– Southern Express

29th– CLOSED

December

6th– J. Frandsen

13th– The Three J’s

20th-CLOSED

27th– CLOSED

Sunday Music September Days Senior Center 46425 Tyler Rd. Belleville MI

Sunday Afternoons 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

For more information contact: Hugh Nicks (734) 485-7241 or Lynette Jordan (734) 699-8918

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Charter Township of Van Buren

September Days Senior Center

46425 Tyler Road

Van Buren Township, Michigan 48111

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Belleville MI 48111

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46425 TYLER ROAD • VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, MI 48111 • 734-699-8918

Center Hours

7:30am - 4:00pm

Monday - Friday

October November December 2015

Come by the office

and say hello to our

German Volunteer

& Senior Specialist

Gereon &

Mikayla