Rocky River Senior Center
21014 Hilliard Blvd.
Rocky River, Ohio 44116
440-333-6660
Family Game Week Kick-Off
Saturday, February 6th
11AM – 1 PM
Unplug the TV and re-connect at the Senior Center for
a Youth/Senior Interactive Game Day
Activities all ages can enjoy:
Make-A-Valentine
Corn Hole Toss
Storytelling
Sing-A-Long
Balloon Art
Card Games
Bingo & more
To register yourself, a
family member, or a neighbor child, call the Senior Center at 333-6660 by
February 3.
$1 donation per child payable
at the door for cost of materials.
Family Game Week – February
7-13
Sponsored by Rocky River
Community Coalition
The New BarleyCorn – Irish Folk Singers
Friday, March 12
1:30 PM Program
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
at the Senior Center with The New BarleyCorn Irish Folk Singers.
Enjoy Irish music,
storytelling and a sing-a-long with Alec DeGabriele and John Delaney
12 Noon Lunch
Note entrée choice when registering
Corned beef and cabbage OR baked scrod, boiled red skin
potatoes, baby carrots, Jell-O salad, rolls, dessert, coffee or tea. Catered by
Novotny’s
Tickets:
Lunch & program - $22
Program only $8
Non-residents add $1. Include
a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
Celebrate Mardi Gras at RRSC
Fat Tuesday, February 16
12:30-1:30 PM
Join us in celebrating Mardi
Gras with an assortment of ‘sweets and treats’ on Fat Tuesday. The celebration
begins at 11 AM when Sweetie Pie Bakery will be set up to sell a delicious
assortment of home baked sweet treats.
Then from 12 noon to 1 PM,
Deli Lunch will be served with a special Mardi Gras menu that features the
traditional Mardi Gras dessert- a piece of King Kake!
During (and following) lunch,
sit back and enjoy jazzy New Orleans music as the dynamic duo- Bob Ritter and
Dean Kelble- play their magic music from 12:30-1:30 PM.
Wear the Mardi Gras colors of
green, purple and gold and join in the fun!
Winter Art Series FREE
With Felicia Zavarella Stadelman 11 AM – 12 Noon
Wednesday, February 3, 10, 17
Call 333-6660 to register
Feb. 3 Leonardo
DaVinci
The amazing story behind the
man often described as the embodiment of the Renaissance
Feb. 10 Romare
Bearden
Had an imposing presence in
what was later to be called the Harlem Renaissance
Feb. 17 Toulouse
Lautrec
The Bohemian artist of the
“beautiful era” in Paris in the last decade of the 19th Century
Design a Shirt 1
session
Tuesday, February 16 1:30-2:30
PM
$9 residents; $10 non-residents; pay by Feb. 9
Use ‘Chunky Stamps’ to design
your one-of-a-kind shirt, using your choice of stamps, paints, sparkles and
glitz. Bring to class a shirt, t-shirt or sweatshirt that has been washed without fabric softener. $5 payable to
instructor Luise Easton. Sample on display.
Luck O’ The Irish No-Sew Shirt 1 session
Thursday, February 25 1-3:30
PM
$12 residents; $13 non-residents; pay by Feb. 18
Decorate a t-shirt or
sweatshirt using fabric shamrocks and gold ‘coins.’ Shirt must be washed and
dried without using fabric softener.
Supply fee of $6 payable to instructor Annabelle Keller. Sample on display.
Bright Star: The World of John Keats 6 weeks
Tuesday, March 2 – April 6 10:30 AM
$30 residents; $35 non-residents; pay by February 23
By studying the life and
poetry of John Keats, we will get a glimpse into the Romantic Age, 1800-1850.
We will examine Keats’ life, his times, his friends, and the love of his life,
Fanny Brawne. We will meet Lord Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Mary Godwin
Shelley, Leigh Hunt, Joseph Severn and many others.
Instructor: Craig Schermer
What’s On Your Plate? 6
weeks
Monday, March 8 – April 12 9 AM
$54 residents; $59 non-residents; pay by March 1
You’ll learn many things
about food, diet and yourself in this hands-on class. Bring to class a binder,
notebook paper and page dividers. You’ll receive weekly hand-outs and be
journaling and writing. A syllabus for an overview of the class is available at
the front desk.
Instructor: Sandra Schumann,
BS, MS Nutritionist
Watercolor Painting 6
weeks
Monday, March 8 – April 12 1-3 PM
$45 residents; $50 non-residents; pay by March 1
Watercolor instruction for
all skill levels. Instructor Bob Moyer is a freelance illustrator in commercial
arts and a member of the Ohio Watercolor Society. Supply list provided at
registration.
Creative Clay Classes 6
weeks
Wednesday, March 10- April 14 10 AM – 12 Noon
$72 per person; pay by March 3
Create several items of hand
built ceramic art work. No previous experience required. A tool starter kit
($8) payable at first class. Fee includes supplies and firings.
Instructor: Maureen Moses,
MA, ATR-BC
Tutankhamun 1
Session
Thursday, March 25 10:30
AM
$4 residents; $5 non-residents; pay by March 18
In 1922 Howard Carter
discovered the richest tomb ever found in Egypt, the tomb of the boy Pharaoh Tutankhamun.
Come hear how it was discovered, the politics involved, and explore it room by
room with instructor Bob Wills.
Explosion Box Photo Album 1 Session
Thursday, March 25 1-3:30
PM
$12 residents; $13 non-residents; pay by March 18
Create a four inch cube that
will display 28 photos. Choose a theme, an event, a pet, a trip – you get the
idea. Bring to class the 28 photos or copies (3x5 or 4x6) to display. Supply
fee of $6 payable to instructor Annabelle Keller. Sample on display.
The Alzheimer’s Project FREE
January 26, February 2, 9, 23 1:15 PM
Presented at RRSC by Arden
Courts Alzheimer’s Assisted Living. To register, please call 333-6000.
January 26 Memory
Loss Tapes
February 2 Grandpa,
Do You Know Who I Am?
February 9 Momentum
in Science (change in date)
February 23 Caregivers
(change in date)
Philosophy for Adults 6
weeks
Monday, March 22 – April 26 1 PM
$28 residents; $33 non-residents; pay by March 15
What you should have learned in school, if you were paying attention.
Classic philosophy that originated in Greece (Socrates, Plato and Aristotle)
and has become the standard of the western world.
Instructor: Floyd Adams
Creating a Sense of Well Being through Art FREE
1 Session
Learn how inner feelings are
expressed through art. Art is an effective method of stimulating memory recall,
creating reminiscences and positive changes in mood and emotional states.
Presented by Holly Queen, Art Therapist from Hospice of the Western Reserve.
Call 333-6660 to register.
Forgive and Forget 2
weeks
Thursday, March 4 & 11 1-2 PM
$8 residents; $9 non-residents; pay by Feb. 25
Somebody hurt you, maybe
yesterday, maybe a lifetime ago, and you cannot forget it. Using thoughts of
author Lewis B. Smedes, we will examine and discuss the four parts of
forgiveness- Four Stages of Forgiving- Forgiving People Who Are Hard to
Forgive- How People Forgive - Why Forgive?
Come and explore how to heal
the hurts we don’t deserve and how to find the peace that comes with
forgiveness. Handouts will be provided.
Instructor: Daniel Magrey,
former Director of Oasis
March Makeover with Carol Silvay
Thursday, March 11 OR March 18 11-12:15 PM
$10 residents; $11 non-residents; pay by March 5
Are you tired of the same old
look? Perk up your appearances with a March Makeover! Instructor Carol Silvay
will help you choose the make-up colors
that are best for you, supply
the products, and show you how to apply them. Each student will do a hands-on
application.
Each session limited to 10
students.
Raw Food Demo 1
Session
Tuesday, March 16 1
PM
$5 residents; $6 non-residents; pay by March 9
Discover the world of
benefits of eating raw foods. Learn how delicious meals can be made without
dairy or cooking, just using unprocessed foods and nuts. The menu includes
fresh almond milk made from real almonds, raw zucchini pasta, sundried tomato
sauce, and for dessert, raw sweet potato pie. Enjoy recipe handouts and tasting
samples. $5 food fee payable to instructor Sandra Schumann, BS, MS,
Nutritionist
Cooking with Chef Hodge FREE
Thursday, March 18 1:30
PM
Hodge Edwards, Master Chef at
The Normandy of Rocky River, will create his warm chicken salad casserole. Chef
Hodge, well-known in the area, was employed at Westwood Country Club for over
26 years. Tasting samples.
Call 333-6660 to register.
German Language and Culture 6 weeks
Friday, March 5- April 16 (omit April 2)
$42 residents; $47 non-residents; pay by Feb. 26
Learn to speak and understand
German. Explore the culture and geography, challenge your mind and meet people
with like interests. Class textbook, “German Made Simple” can be ordered
through the Senior Center for $12.95. Order by February 19. Instructor: Tom Riley
Intermediate Spanish FREE
1st Monday of each month 10-11 AM
¿Habla Espanõl? Keep your
mind sharp with this fun and relaxed Spanish language group. Converse and use
an intermediate reader with volunteer instructor Ginny Green.
Safety, Falls & Prevention FREE
Wednesday, March 3 & 10 11 AM
Betty Albano, R.N., EMS
Coordinator of Fairview Hospital, offers a two-part series on injury
prevention. The series includes safety issues concerning driving, tips to help
seniors adjust to changing health needs and requirements needed to live a
productive life. The program will discuss the serious problem of falls, how to
avoid them, and offer safe techniques for seniors. Handouts will be provided
that include a checklist regarding falls and an assessment study that lists
information and suggestions for a safer lifestyle.
Come and learn practical tips
that can help you live a safer, more productive life. Call 333-6660 to register.
Computer class FREE
Search and Shop on the Internet
Wednesday, March 10 10:30-11:30
AM
Learn how to use the Internet
to search for items of interest, then use the information to shop online or in
the marketplace.
Volunteer instructor Karl
Kuhn.
Call 333-6660 to register.
Computer Lab Hours
Monday 9-12 Karl Kuhn, volunteer Open lab
Tuesday 9-3 Jan Henry, volunteer Open lab
Wednesday 9-3 No volunteer Open lab
Thursday 10-3 No volunteer Open lab
Friday 9-12 Al Nortof, volunteer Open lab
Digital Photos, Mail Merge
Joan Foster, volunteer
Quickbook, Microsoft, Word, Excel, Access
Friday 10-3 Bill Thompson Open lab
Shareware, Freeware, etc.
Thursday Movie Matinee 1
PM
Enjoy a FREE
movie and popcorn
February 4 “Julie
and Julia” 123 minutes
Julia Child’s story of her
start in the cooking profession is intertwined with blogger Julie Powell’s
challenge to cook all the recipes in Child’s first cookbook. Meryl Streep, Amy
Adam and Stanley Tucci star in this delightful tale of two young women
struggling to find themselves by mastering the art of fine French cooking.
February 11 “The
International” 118 minutes
An Interpol agent (Clive
Owen) joins forces with a New York prosecutor (Naomi Watts) to put an end to a
powerful bank’s funding of terrorism. As they follow the money around the
world, they find their own lives are at risk.
February 18 “The
Proposal” 108 minutes
When a hard-driving New York
editor (Sandra Bullock) faces deportation for an expired visa, she hatches a
scheme to marry her assistant (Ryan Reynolds), promising him a promotion.
Family dynamics take over during a weekend visit; tensions grow; and a
skeptical INS agent vows to look into the case, suspecting fraud.
February 25 “Die
Hard, Live Free” 129 minutes
The fourth, and one of the
best films of the Die Hard series. Hacker Matt Farrell (Justin Long), not
knowing who he is working for, finishes work on a computer program and sends it
to Mai Ling (Maggi Q) who advises her boss and lover, Thomas Gabriel (Timothy
Olyphant), that they can now proceed on the cyber-terrorist attack. Enter John
McClane (Bruce Willis) who is sent to pick up Matt Farrell and turn him over to
the FBI for questioning as a known hacker. The result is a total disruption of
all transportation, financial and utilities telecommunication as Farrell and
McClane stop the villains.
Wii Games:
Wii Bowling Ongoing
Tuesday, February 2, 16, 23 (omit Feb. 9) 1 PM
With just the sweep of your
arm, you can roll a bowling ball and even change the spin on the ball. It’s
easy and fun! Jack and Mary Ellen McFarland, volunteer Wii coordinators, will
show you how.
Wii Golfing Demo 1
PM
Wednesday, February 24
Hit the course; practice your
golf swing; improve your putting.
Intergenerational Program 8:30-10:30
Friday, February 26 2
Free Social Work CEU’s
Jean Shurtleff, OCPC, LSW,
Senior Prevention Specialist at Recovery Resources, will present the importance
of the grandparent/grandchild relationship, with a focus on promoting 40
Identifiable Development Assets. This presentation will be followed by a panel
of coordinators of successful intergeneration programming at senior facilities.
To register, call Carole Calladine,
440-895-2586.
Health Talks: FREE
Sweethearts: The Diabetes and Heart Disease Connection
Wednesday, February 3 1
PM
People with diabetes are
twice as likely to develop heart disease as the general population. Among
diabetics, heart disease can progress quicker than normal. Simone Nader, MD,
Cardiologist, will explain the connection between the two diseases and offer
suggestions on how to get better control of your diabetes.
Call 333-6660 to register.
Newest Treatments for Aging Eye Conditions: Cataracts,
Macular Degeneration & Dry/Tearing Eyes
Thursday, February 11 10:30
AM
Eye diseases increase as we
age, limiting vision and causing concern. It is one of the most common causes
of permanent disability in the United States. But with early intervention, the
problem can be managed and/or treated. Physicians from the Cleveland Clinic
Ophthalmology/Lakeland Eye Center at Lakewood Hospital will speak on three of
the most common and troubling conditions: cataracts, macular degeneration, and
dry or tearing eyes. A panel discussion will follow to answer all your
questions.
Bagels and coffee will be served at 10 AM. Call
333-6660 to register.
Beginner Bridge 8
weeks
Thursday, March 25- May 20 (omit April 8) 10 AM
$40 residents; $45 non-residents; pay by March 18
Learn basic bridge
terminology and etiquette, basic bidding systems, slam bidding and play with
instructor Fran Mullins. Fran is a former art teacher in North Olmsted, a
Martha Holden Jennings Award winner, and a Fulbright scholar.
Income tax assistance begins February 1
FREE income tax assistance
will be available at Rocky River Senior Center for persons age 60 and older
through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, beginning February
1.
Trained VITA volunteers will
prepare tax returns for seniors using forms 1040 EZ, 1040A and basic form 1040.
State of Ohio individual tax returns are also prepared. Complicated tax issues
involving business expenses and the like are NOT covered. For an appointment,
call the Senior Center at
333-6660 between February 1 and April 9.
Health Screenings & Massage Therapy:
Blood Pressure/Health Clinic Walk-in
Monday, Feb. 1 Lakewood
Hospital 12:30-3:30
Monday, Feb. 8 St.
John Westshore 12:30-2:30
Monday, Feb. 15 Senior
Center closed
Monday, Feb. 22 St.
John Westshore 12:30-2:30
Therapeutic Chair Massage 1-2:30 PM
Friday, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26
$15 for 15 minutes call
for appointment
Therapeutic massage can
relieve stress and pain.
Pat Andler, C.P.T., L.M. T.
Hearing and Aid Screenings
Wednesday, Feb. 10 call
for appointment
Earl Gentile Hearing
Services, Inc,
Blood Sugar Screening 9-11
AM
Wednesday, Feb. 17 call
for appointment
Fast for two hours prior to
your appointment.
Fairview Hospital Community
Outreach Nurse
Hemoccult Screening Test Kits
Available beginning February 17
Pick up your hemoccult kit
for in-home detection of colon cancer beginning February 17.
One-Day Trips and Overnight Tours:
Ain’t Misbehavin’” at The Cleveland Playhouse
Thursday, February 11
Cost: $64 residents; $69 non-residents
Registration: Call regarding availability
The house will be rocking
with the Tony award-winning musical tribute to the music of one of the singular
musicians of the jazz era, Thomas “Fats” Waller. Don’t miss it! Enjoy familiar
toe-tapping tunes, and sit back and relax after enjoying a delicious luncheon
at Stages Restaurant at the Cleveland Playhouse. Your menu choice is Roast Pork
Loin or Baked Chicken Breast and includes soup of the day, the Chef’s dessert
and beverage.
Depart 10:30 AM; estimated return at 4 PM.
Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh, PA Cost: $34 ($39 non-residents)
Wednesday, March 24 Registration:
Opens Feb. 1
Rivers Casino, just opened in
August, is not only the classiest casino, but among the closest casinos to
Cleveland! Situated on the Ohio River, right near Heinz Field in downtown
Pittsburgh, the Casino features 3,000 slots, video poker, and the latest
virtual games. There are five restaurants, as well as a rave-review sumptuous
buffet. You will have a $5 food credit to apply and five hours of gaming. If
you have time to look out the window, you’ll enjoy a fabulous view of downtown
Pittsburgh from across the river. Don’t
forget your photo ID which you must have to get the incentives. A
greeter will board our bus to explain the details. Gamblers and non-gamblers
will enjoy the glamour of it all. Join us…and have a winning day!
Depart: 7:30 AM; estimated return at 6:30 PM.
Wendt Touring’s 2010 Tour Preview – Monday, March 22,
10:30 AM
Small Town Americana – Cincinnati, Kentucky &
Indiana
3 days – June 21-23 Wendt
Touring
Cost: $449 per person double occupancy; $439 triple;
$569 single
Join us through the rugged
hills of Southern Indiana on this customized getaway vacation filled with
unforgettable first class tour features as we experience small town Americana
at its best. Columbus, Indiana is a one-of-a-kind showplace with more than 70
buildings, gardens and pieces of public art by internationally noted architects
and artists. Nashville, Indiana, with its long history as an artists’ colony,
is located in beautiful Brown County. Here you will find quaint shops, rustic
buildings, breathtaking vistas and hundreds of arts and crafts studios. Tour
famous Newport Aquarium in northern Kentucky. In Lebanon, Ohio, enjoy a
luncheon at the historic Golden Lamb Inn, known for its priceless collection of
Shaker furniture and 19th century artifacts. Visit Ohio’s first IKEA
showroom in Cincinnati. Enjoy first class lodging at the same hotel for both
nights in beautiful Columbus, Indiana. Great meals, sightseeing, and
hospitality throughout. Brochure available.
Western Amtrak Adventure- Wendt Touring
10 days – August 23 – September 1
Cost: $1899 per person, double occupancy
$250 deposit
Experience a classic train
journey out west! See some of America’s most spectacular National Parks and
enjoy the many wonders of this dazzling area on this once-in-a-lifetime late
summer tour. There’s something magical about USA rail travel as we enjoy two of
Amtrak’s best trains: the Southwest Chief and the California Zephyr. Brochure
available.
New York, New York- Wendt Touring
5 days – Oct. 13-17
Cost: $999 per person, double occupancy
$100 deposit
Take a bite of the Big Apple-
New York City has an endless variety of fine cuisine, shops, and architecture.
Visit this dynamic international city known for great theater, historic
landmarks, and world class museums. Enjoy all the sights and sounds of New York
City on this early autumn vacation. Brochure available.
Southern Treasures for the Holidays
5 Days ~ November 29, 2010 – December 3, 2010
TBI Tours
Cost: $1,324. double; $1284 triple; $1904 single
$350 deposit
Plan ahead for the 2010
holiday season and unwrap the ultimate treasure with this special vacation. Be
transported to an opulent Christmas at the resplendent Biltmore Estate! Journey
to where a total of five million lights warmly greet you. Be entertained by
country favorites and holiday music. Highlights include Asheville, NC, Biltmore
Estate, Gaylord’s Opryland Hotel, Rockettes’ Radio City Christmas Spectacular,
Titanic Museum, Louise Mandrell Dinner Show and much, much more! Brochure
available.
Census Job Testing at Rocky River Senior Center
Thursday, February 4 & Thursday, February 11 at 1
PM
Call 1-866-861-2010 to register
The Quill – our monthly newsletter
To find complete listings for
our clubs, pay-as-you-go fitness classes, exercise classes such as Tai Chi,
Qigong, Yoga for Seniors, Senior Power
Workout and Arthritis
Exercise, and to learn more about our numerous activities, programs, one day
and overnight trips, subscribe to The
Quill.
Cost for 12 issues, mailed
first class monthly, is $12.00.
Computer lab
The Senior Center’s computer
lab has six state of the art computers and a printer. The lab is open Monday-Friday,
9 AM – 4 PM, except when computer classes are in session. Check the calendar
for dates. Cost to print a
page is ten cents.
Social Service
A licensed social worker is
available to senior residents who are in need of services/information. Call
333-6660.
Looking for employment? Try BridgeWorks.
Rocky River Senior Center, in
collaboration with the Rocky River Chamber of Commerce, has initiated a project
called BridgeWorks
Call Carole Calladine,
Director of Social Service, 333-6660, if you are
interested in seeking
employment or are an employer who is seeking employees. BridgeWorks has weekly
meetings on Mondays at 1:15 PM for people to attend and learn about prospective
jobs and discuss their findings.
Minibus Transportation Service
The Senior Center provides
transportation for Rocky River residents who are
60 years of age or above who
have no other means of transportation. The van service operates Monday-Friday,
9 AM – 4 PM. Rides for medical
appointments have priority
and should be scheduled one week in advance. All other appointments can be made
two working days in advance. Grocery
shopping is limited to
Wednesdays only. A wheelchair lift minibus is available.
Deli Lunch in the dining room
The Senior Center serves Deli
Lunches, Monday-Friday, 12 Noon – 1 PM, except the third Friday of the month
(monthly luncheon and program by
Reservation).
There is no need to make a
Deli Lunch reservation ahead of
time. An assortment of daily
specials, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts are available at various
prices.
Daily Lunch Specials- subject to availability
Monday, February 1 Creamed Chipped Beef
Tuesday, February 2 Chicken Casserole
Wednesday, February 3 Smoked Sausage & Sauerkraut
Thursday, February 4 Beef & Macaroni
Friday, February 5 Soup
& Sandwich
Monday, February 8 Sweet & Sour Chicken
Tuesday, February 9 Stuffed Cabbage
Wednesday, February 10 Pork Chop
Thursday, February 11 Beef Stew
Friday, February 12 Macaroni & Cheese
Monday, February 15 Senior Center closed
Tuesday, February 16 Creamed Chicken on a Biscuit
Wednesday, February 17 Roast Beef
Thursday, February 18 Swedish Meatballs
Friday, February 19 No Deli Lunch
Monday, February 22 Beef Stroganoff
Tuesday, February 23 Ham & Cabbage
Wednesday, February 24 Meat Lasagna
Thursday, February 25 Turkey Dressing Bake
Friday, February 26 Baked Fish