Rocky River Senior Center
21014 Hilliard Blvd.
Rocky River, Ohio 44116
440-333-6660
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
Income tax help available
FREE income tax assistance is
available at Rocky River Senior Center through IRS Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance (VITA) Program.
Trained volunteers are
available to help persons 60 and older fill out their tax forms 1040EZ, 1040A
and the basic form 1040. To make an appointment, call 333-6660.
Meet Isabela Moner
Tuesday, April 6, 1:30 PM
Advance sale tickets - $3 adults, $1 under 12
At the door- $4 adults, $1 under 12
Isabela Moner is only 8 years
old but she will astound you with her beautiful voice. Isabela has been singing
since she was two. She has appeared in various productions at Beck Center and
on Channel 3’s “Good Company.” She also won the 2009 Playhouse Square Rising
Star Competition and recently performed a solo with Carl Topilow and the
Cleveland Pops Orchestra where she received a standing ovation.
This talented young lady
attends Birchwood School in Cleveland and is saving to attend a Broadway (NY)
camp. Isabela’s father will accompany her on the piano. Join Isabela,
experience her musical gift, and enjoy!
23rd Annual Event salutes River Residents
90+
Friday, April 30- Rocky River Residents 90 and Older,
Please be our Guest!
2 PM Cupcake Social
Cupcake, ice cream, beverage;
remarks by Mayor Pamela Bobst
“String Fever”
Enjoy the lively music of
fiddler Jim Kelley
Tickets FREE for River Residents 90+
Call 331-1114 to reserve your
seat.
Tickets for all others - $3
Please include a
self-addressed, stamped envelope
Spring Fling Card Party – Friday, April 16 – 1:30 PM
At Rocky River Senior Center
Dessert – door prizes – table
prizes
Tickets are $7 each, advance
sale only. Please pay for your complete party when registering.
Bright Star: The World of John Keats 6 weeks
Tuesday, March 2 – April 6 10:30 AM
$30 residents; $35 non-residents
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
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
German Language and Culture 6 weeks
Friday, March 5- April 16 (omit April 2)
$42 residents; $47 non-residents; pay by March 5
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” by Arnold Leitner, is
available at area bookstores.
Instructor: Tom Riley
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.
Faux Stone Pendant 1
session
Thursday, April 15 1-3:30
PM
$12 residents; $13 non-residents; pay by April 8
Make a large bead with
polymer clay, ink and gold or silver metal leafing using a Mokume Gane
technique. Sounds hard to do but is truly easy and truly beautiful. Supply fee
of $6 payable to instructor Annabelle Keller. Sample on display.
Pen and Ink Basics 4
weeks
Tuesday, April 20- May 11 1 PM
$30 residents; $32 non-residents; pay by April 13
Instructor Mike Leuszler will
take you through the basics of inking techniques using modern tools, including
different pens and the brush pen. No experience needed. Supply fee of $16
payable to instructor at first class. Class syllabus available at front desk.
Craig’s View of the Presidents 6 weeks
Tuesday, April 27-June 1 10:30 AM
$30 residents; $35 non-residents; pay by April 20
Well-known lecturer Craig
Schermer has presented his views on the Presidents for the past 25 years. He
will discuss how his ideas have changed about some of them and why some views
have not changed. He won’t rate the Presidents but will discuss why and how he
views them. Listen to his viewpoints and enjoy his Presidential discussion.
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.
Computer Class: Search and Shop on the Internet FREE
Wednesday, March 10 1
PM
Learn how to use the Internet
to search for items of interest, then use the information to shop online or in
the market place. Volunteer instructor Karl Kuhn. Call 333-6660 to register.
Fishing Club Organizational Meeting
Tuesday, March 30 1
PM
Calling all anglers! Do you
enjoy fishing or would you like to learn how to fish? Are you already a fishing
enthusiast and want to share your knowledge? We’re casting a line and hoping to
reel in some interest.
Call 333-6660 to register.
AARP Driver Safety Program 1 session
Tuesday, April 13 10
AM- 3 PM
$12 AARP members; $14 non AARP members
Register by April 6 or until class is filled
The AARP Driver Safety
program is a refresher course that can help you develop safe, defensive driving
skills to become a safer driver. Instructor: April Dugan, Licensed Driving
Instructor, State of Ohio.
Lunch break from 12-1 PM.
Let’s Talk Baseball FREE
Wednesday, April 21 11
AM
Will this be the year the
Indians take home the pennant? Join us Wednesday, April 21 at 11 AM when Jeff
Stocker, from the Cleveland Indians front office, will be at the Center to talk
baseball and discuss the Indians’ 2010 season. The home opener is on Monday,
April 12, and there will be much to talk about. Jeff will present a 30-minute
video, give a State of the Indians address, and answer all your questions.
Handouts will be provided and
a drawing held for lucky fans to win prizes. Show your team spirit and support
the Tribe!
Call 333-6660 to register.
Interpretive Dance/Middle Eastern Dance Workshop - 1
session
Thursday, April 22 1:30-2:30
PM
$6 residents; $7 non-residents; pay by April 15
Come and have fun while
learning about Middle Eastern Dance (called belly dancing only in our western
culture), including the wonderful benefits, both physically and mentally. Dance
movements are low impact and very nurturing for the body. Instructor Mary
Bodnar, of Vibrant Wind Dancers, will teach you the basic dance steps and
discuss the essential differences in dance and music between Middle Eastern
culture and our western culture. She will also show you her “tools of the
trade” including beautiful hip scarves and colorful silk veils.
Besides teaching dance and
dance workshops, Mary has performed at regional theaters, community centers,
schools, churches, and libraries.
Travelogue FREE
“Angkor Wat, Cambodia” 1:15
PM
Tuesday, March 9
The largest temple complex in
the world, Angkor Wat, was started in the 800s, completed around 1200, and
later abandoned and overtaken by the jungle. Two Frenchmen found it near the
end of the 19th century.
Our visit begins in Ho Chi
Minh City, Viet Nam. Then we board a riverboat and cruise up the Mekong River making
stops along the way until arriving at Angkor Wat and exploring it as it is
today.
Thursday Movie Matinee 1
PM
Enjoy a FREE movie and popcorn
March 4 “The
Great Race” 160 minutes
This Blake Edwards’ classic
stars Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon, Peter Falk, and Natalie Wood. Drivers wheel westward in a wacky
turn-of-the-century autos for New York to Paris race. Ahead lie 20,000 miles, a
barroom brawl, a sinking iceberg, 2357 pies in the face and incalculable
laughs.
March 11 “Collateral” 120 minutes
Starring Tom Cruise as the
hired gun and Jamie Foxx as the random cab driver. Cruise hires Foxx to drive
him on his job – one night, five stops, five hits, and a getaway. And after
this fateful night, neither man will ever be the same.
March 18 “Pink
Panther 2” 92
minutes
Bumbling inspector Jacques
Clouseau returns starring Steve Martin with Andy Garcia, Lily Tomlin, and John
Cleese. When legendary treasures from around the world are stolen, including
the priceless Pink Panther diamond, Clouseau is assigned to a team of
international detectives who are under pressure to bring the master thief to
justice before he strikes again.
March 25 “Cellular” 95 minutes
A thriller mystery starring
Kim Basinger, Chris Evans, and Jason Statham. What if someone’s life was on the
line and the power to save them was in your hands? For Evans, the choice begins
when Basinger randomly reaches him on his cell phone. She pleads with him to
find her, having been kidnapped and locked in an attic. With no way of knowing
where she is, and with the battery in his cell phone dying, Ryan is plunged
into a high-stakes ride through a world of lies and murder.
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.
Health Screenings & Massage Therapy:
Blood Pressure/Health Clinic Walk-in
Monday, March 1 Lakewood
Hospital 12:30-3:30
Monday, March 8 St.
John Westshore 12:30-2:30
Monday, March 15 Fairview
Hospital 12:30-3:30
Monday, March 22 St.
John Westshore 12:30-2:30
Monday, March 29 NO
health clinic on 5th Monday
Therapeutic Chair Massage 1-2:30 PM
Friday, March 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.
Blood Sugar Screening 9-11
AM
Wednesday, March 17 Call
for appointment
Fast for two hours prior to
your appointment.
Fairview Hospital Community
Outreach Nurse
Colocare/Hemoccult Screening
Wednesday, March 17 9-10:45
AM
Return your test response
cards.
Fairview Hospital Community
Outreach Nurse
Hearing and Hearing Aid Screenings
Wednesday, April 14 Call
for appointment
George Mohr, Audiphone
Company
Home Energy Assistance Program
Tuesday, April 20 9
AM
HEAP, Home Energy Assistance
Program, is a federally funded program that helps income-eligible Ohioans pay
their utility bills and improve the energy efficiency of their homes.
Justin Reiter, Ohio Department
of Development Program Officer, will talk about what the program is, how it
operates, eligibility of persons applying, and additional energy related
resources available. He will also provide applications and be on hand to answer
questions. Following his presentation, Justin and his staff will be available
to register those who qualify.
2009-2010 Income Guidelines
1 person household Income up
to $21,660
2 persons household Income up to
$29,140
Those who qualify need to bring with them:
1.
Copies of proof
of income (Social Security letter, pension letter, pay stubs, etc.)
2.
Copies of a
current electric bill and gas bill
3.
If enrolled in a
Medical supplemental coverage program (AARP, Anthem, etc.) bring a copy of the
bill. The monthly premium can be deducted from your income and may help you
qualify for HEAP.
4.
Copy of valid
state ID (driver’s license or state ID)
Call the Senior Center at 333-6660 to register and/or
schedule an appointment.
Golf Leagues -
20th season
Men’s Golf League – Tuesday, May 4 – Sept. 21
$32 residents; $37 non-residents; pay by March 31
(plus weekly greens fees)
League plays at Hilliard Lakes,
8:30 AM start time. An organizational meeting for registered golfers will be
held at the Senior Center on Tuesday,
April 20 at 10 AM.
Ladies’ Golf League
Thursday, May 6 – September 2
$25 residents; $30 non-residents; pay by April 15
(plus weekly greens fees)
League plays at Little Met
Golf Course, 8 AM start time. Golf carts available. Organizational meeting for
registered golfers will be Thursday,
April 22 at 9:30 AM.
One Day Trips and Overnight Tours:
Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh, PA Cost: $34 ($39 non-residents)
Wednesday, March 24 Registration:
In progress
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
Our Amish Friends in Middlefield Cost: $59 ($64 non-residents)
Wednesday, April 28 Registration:
begins March 1
With a population of 12,000,
Middlefield is the Amish capital of Northeast Ohio. We begin our day with a
visit to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Miller. The Millers will talk about Amish
culture as we enjoy a cup of tea and a light snack. Afterwards, our step-on
guide will take us through the beautiful spring countryside for visits to the
Buckeye Chocolate Factory and Middlefield Original Cheese Co-Op. Our next stop
will be at an Amish home for a real Amish Wedding Feast. We’ll learn about the
Amish wedding traditions and enjoy a sumptuous Wedding Feast of baked chicken,
mashed potatoes, gravy, seasonal vegetable, seven-layer salad, Amish date
pudding, fresh baked bread, and, of course, the famous Amish pies! There will
be time afterwards for shopping at the Country Art and Jewelry Shop and the Fig
Tree Bulk Food Store.
Depart: 8:15 AM; estimated return at 6 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.
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, March 1 Meat
Lasagna
Tuesday, March 2 Roast
Beef
Wednesday, March 3 Smoked
Sausage & Sauerkraut
Thursday, March 4 Baked
Fish
Friday, March 5 Soup
& Sandwich
Monday, March 8 BBQ
Chicken
Tuesday, March 9 Baked
Pork Chop
Wednesday, March 10 Blue
Plate Special
Thursday, March 11 Beef
Stew
Friday, March 12 No
Deli Lunch
Monday, March 15 Chipped
Beef
Tuesday, March 16 Stuffed
Pepper
Wednesday, March 17 Quiche
Thursday, March 18 BBQ
Ribs
Friday, March 19 Tuna
Casserole
Monday, March 22 Pasta
& Meatballs
Tuesday, March 23 Chicken
Divan
Wednesday, March 24 Hamloaf
Thursday, March 25 Swiss
Steak
Friday, March 26 Macaroni
& Cheese
Monday, March 29 Meatloaf
Tuesday, March 30 Strata
Wednesday, March 31 Chicken
Casserole