NORTH OLMSTED SENIOR CENTER

G. A. B. — Golden Age Bulletin

January 2015

MAYOR’S CORNER

I’d like to wish all of you a happy and healthy New Year! I

hope you and your families had a nice Christmas season.

Winter weather is upon us over the next couple months. Please

note that if the North Olmsted public schools are closed due to

severe weather conditions, the Senior Center will also be

closed for activities and lunches. The Senior Center staff will

however, be in the building to answer phones and assist with

emergency situations. City Hall and the Senior Center will be

closed in observance of New Years on Thursday January 1st.

The North Olmsted Bicentennial Committee has planned an

exciting year in 2015. Visit the website:

elebratenortholmsted.com

And be sure to stay informed so you don’t miss any of the

great events we have planned this year!

Sincerely;

Mayor Kevin M. Kennedy

28114 LORAIN ROAD NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO 44070

KEVIN M. KENNEDY, MAYOR

COMMUNITY NEWS &

EVENTS

Thursday, January 1st

Senior Center Closed

Tuesday, January 6th & 20th

North Olmsted City Council

8:00pm/City Hall

Tuesday, January 13th

Health & Wellness Program

9:00am/Activity Room

Tuesday, January 20th

Hearing Screen & Wax Clean

9:30-11:30am/Atrium

Please make an appointment

Thank you to everyone who con-tributed so generously to the N.O. volunteer group. Your contribu-tions of hats, gloves, scarfs made a difference in the lives of others.

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Jackie Chavez-Anderson, Administrator

TUESDAY MOVIE MADNESS 12:30 PMTUESDAY MOVIE MADNESS 12:30 PM

6th– Jersey Boys

Adapted from the hit Broadway musical, this

nostalgic look at the Four Seasons and their

bumpy offstage lives stretches across four dec-

ades. Each of the musical act's four original

members presents a different set of memories

from their shared past. (Music Drama/R/ 134 Min.)

13th– And So It Goes

When he's obliged to take over the

care of a previously unknown grand-

daughter, wealthy and self-absorbed

Oren is suddenly in need of major

help. His neighbor Leah comes to the

rescue -- not only bailing out Oren

but also capturing his heart. Starring: Michael Douglas &

Diane Keaton (Comedy/ PG-13/ 94 Min.)

20th– How to Train Your Dragon 2

With special guests the

North Olmsted Preschool Children

Five years have passed, and while every-

one else is caught up in dragon races, Hic-

cup and Toothless explore the island and

make a shocking discovery. Will the mysterious Dragon Rider

be friend or enemy to the rest of the island? (Family-

Animated /G/ 102 Min.) Grandchild are welcome to accom-

pany their Grandma/Grandpa to this movie.

27th– The 100 Foot Journey

Relocating from India to a quiet village in

the south of France, chef Hassan Kadam and

his family open a restaurant called Maison

Mumbai. But when their business starts to

thrive, a competing restaurateur launches a war between the

eateries. Starring: Helen Mirren (Drama/ PG/ 122 Min.)

Movies & Popcorn / .50 Cents

All movies shown on our Large Screen ‘Smart Board’

Crisp clear sound and picture perfect theatre experience!

THURSDAY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

12:15 12:15 12:15 Everyone is welcome to partici-Everyone is welcome to partici-Everyone is welcome to partici-

pate in the lively free entertainment! pate in the lively free entertainment! pate in the lively free entertainment!

1st– Happy New Year!

8th– TOM TODD

We’re kicking off the new year

with a fun filled hour of upbeat

musical entertainment from Tom

Todd and his array of instru-

ments.

15th– HOME CARE WHO PAYS FOR

WHAT?

Deborah Vermillion, RN of ComForcare Home

Care will be discussing home care costs and

various options through insurance or other ben-

efits that pay for in home care.

22nd– LOGAN WELLS

Welcome back locally acclaimed

professional headliner, Logan

Wells. Enjoy her wide variety of

music favorites including Coun-

try, Pop, Jazz, Blues, Folk and

Rock!

29th– BOB & SHELLI ORLANDI

Join us for fun and classic memo-

ries for the new year with the al-

ways entertaining duo, Bob and

Shelli Orlandi. Their comedic

musical program is always a

crowd pleaser. Requests are

welcome.

TUESDAY & THURSDAY HOT LUNCH PROGRAM–

MOVIES, LECTURES, ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD, FUN!

Announcements begin before lunch is Served. * $1.00 Suggested Donation * Everyone 60 and older is Welcome. Lunch reservations must be made by the week prior.

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Website of the Month

www.irs.gov

As we prepare

for the 2015 tax

filing season

visit the Internal

Revenue Ser-

vice’s website to

obtain tax forms,

check your re-

fund status, and tax law updates.

You can also make an appoint-

ment for tax assistance through

AARP at the senior center.

NOSC Book Club

Friday, January 16th at

1:00pm/ Atrium

The 2015 book club year begins with our fun and exciting “Book of your Choice” month. Share a new or classic book of your choice and expand your personal library with suggestions from the group.

Need Transportation?

Call 1-800-983-4782

Senior Transportation

Connection (STC)

North Olmsted & Olmsted Falls

BLOOD PRESSURE

Every Monday 10 – 11:30am

In the Senior Center Atrium

Provided by St. John Medical Center, Fairview Hospital, Life Care Centers of Westlake, and Rae-Ann Skilled Nursing and Rehab

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HEALTH, WELLNESS, and FITNESS

ACTIVITIES and EVENTS

~ WEEKLY EXERCISE CLASSES ~ Geri Fit—Carol Silvay instructor/ $5.00 a month

Mondays & Fridays 8:45 AM

Zumba Gold-Sheri Lugo instructor/ $5.00 a class

Free for Silver Sneakers members

Wednesdays 9:00 AM

Chair Yoga-Shari Rusnak instructor/ $5.00 a class

Free for Silver Sneakers members

Thursdays 9:00 AM

Floor Yoga-Shari Rusnak instructor/ $5.00 a class

Tuesdays 3:00 PM

~ FIRST CLASS IS ALWAYS FREE ~

SUPPORT GROUPS

Dementia Support

Monday, January 5th at

2:00 pm.

Multiple Sclerosis

Wednesday,

January 14th

7:00 pm.

NOSC Volunteer Program:

Volunteer Group meets

on Friday January 16th

at 11:00 to work on

community outreach

projects. New members

welcome.

NOSC Art League Everyone is welcome

to join this talented

group which meets

every Wednesday at

12:00 pm in the

Atrium.

All

mixed

media

Art is

welcome.

Springvale (440) 777-0678

5871 Canterbury Road– N. Olmsted Golf, Ballroom Dance, Party Events

North Olmsted Recreation (440) 734-8200

26000 Lorain Road– N. Olmsted

Visit the City of North

Olmsted’s website at:

www.north-olmsted.com

To learn about the many opportu-

nities that Springvale and the

Recreation Center have to offer.

Jackie Chavez-Anderson, Administrator 716-5444

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Tiffany Hunt, LSW

Outreach Services

(440)716- 4264

Beth Reitz, AAC/AD Activities Coordinator

Activity Highlights (440) 716-5434

Can I Afford a Senior

Living Solution?

Lunch & Learn Friday, January 23rd

12:00/Activity Room

Please join us for this free

educational luncheon offered

by Westlake Village. This

program will provide insight

on various senior living

housing and service options

as well as costs to expect and

financing support options.

Please sign up with Tiffany.

Special Movie Day: Tuesday January 20th at 12:30 in

the Activity Room

Join us as we invite children from

the North Olmsted Pre School to

watch the movie How to Train

Your Dragon 2. Feel free to

bring your grandchildren to this

multi-generational program.

Senior Center Snow Days If the North Olmsted City Schools

are closed due to bad weather, then

the NOSC will also be closed for

all activities. Staff will report to

the center to assist with emergen-

cies. Please check your local news

stations for school closings due to

severe weather conditions.

AARP Tax Assistance: Beginning 1/2/15 The

North Olmsted Senior Center will take appointments

for free income tax assistance. This complimentary

service is provided by the generous men and women

volunteers of AARP. If you would like to make an

appointment to have your taxes prepared please call

the Senior Center at: 777-8100. All appointments

will be scheduled on Wednesday’s beginning Feb-

ruary 4th through April 8th. The appointment time

begins at 11:45 and takes place in 30 minute time

slots, the last appointment of the day will be sched-

uled at 2:45. Please be sure to inform the staff mem-

ber or volunteer who is scheduling your appointment

if you have sold any stocks, bonds or mutual funds in

2014, because you will need a longer appointment.

If you have questions concerning your taxes please

call the center on Wednesday’s between 11:00-3:00

so you may speak with an AARP tax

volunteer.

“HEALTH & WELLNESS”

Tuesday, January 13th at 9:00am

in the Activity Room

Emerald Village, Holy Family &

St. Augustine Manor will spon-

sor the first topic for 2015…

“Brain & Balance”.

Everyone is welcome to attend

this program and enjoy a light

breakfast. Please sign up with

Beth by January 8th.

The bicentennial year has officially begun! You can learn more about what’s in store this year at

celebratenortholmsted.com. Click on Educate to read

stories about the people and places that make North

Olmsted special. Click on Celebrate to see our calen-

dar of events for 2015. Or click on Inspire to read

about interesting people, cool businesses, and great

projects in the community. In February, show your

North Olmsted spirit as we kick off I ♥ North Olmsted

month. Beat the winter blues at one of our health fo-

cused events and purchase your very own I ♥ North

Olmsted merchandise.

Free Hearing Screening and

Ear Wax Cleaning

Tuesday, January 20th

9:30-11:30am by appointment

Beltone Hearing will be offer-

ing free screenings.

TUESDAY

6th- Swiss Steak w/ Gravy

Mashed Potatoes

Baby Carrots

Whole Grain White

Pineapple Chunks

13th- Breaded Fish

Tarter Sauce

Tater Tots

Broccoli

Whole Grain Wheat

Applesauce

20th- Breaded Turkey Fritter

Gravy

Baby Carrots

Brussel Sprouts

Orange Juice

Honey Wheat Biscuit

27th- BBQ Rib Patty

Sweet Potatoes

Brussel Sprouts

Whole Grain Bun

Chunky Applesauce

*Menu Subject to change

without notice*

THURSDAY

1st- Happy New Year

Senior Center Closed

8th- Turkey Chili Con Carne

Mixed Vegetables

Buttered Beets

Corn Muffin

Banana

15th- Roasted Turkey Breast

Gravy

Mashed Potato

Harvard Beets

Whole Grain White

Pineapple Chunks

22nd- Breaded Chicken Pattie

Gravy

Mashed Potato

Green Peas

Whole Grain Wheat

Pineapple Chunks

29th- Salisbury Steak Gravy Mashed Potato Mixed Vegetables Honey Wheat Biscuit Banana

Please note that announcements will begin at 11:35 or earlier, lunch will be served shortly after. Please refer to the entertainment page for a schedule of movies and per-formers. All meals ordered must be consumed on site. “Carry-Out” lunches are not permitted. The only exceptions are the fol-lowing: 1. Individually wrapped cookies. 2. Individually wrapped bread. 3. Fresh Fruit (apple, orange etc.) 4. UNOPENED milk during the

winter months. Your cooperation is greatly appre-ciated.

All persons 60 and older are welcome to join us for lunch. A reg-

istration form must be completed and can be obtained at the

front desk. Once this has been completed and is on file, you may

sign up for any lunches that you choose. Please contact the

center for more details! This program was made possible by a

Grant from the Ohio Department of Aging through the Western

Reserve Area Agency on Aging. Please acquire your lunch ticket

at the sign in desk and be in your seats no later than 11:30am.

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A Donation of $1.00 is

suggested

January Hot Lunch Menu

Please be aware that each individual is responsible for making his / her

own lunch reservation. Due to a limited amount of lunches that will be

ordered, reservations will not be made over the phone. Sign-up is always

one week in advance as the reservations are called in to the caterer on

Thursdays at noon.

2015 Trip Schedule Attention: Payment in full must be received in

order to sign up for all trips offered.

THE WESTSIDE MARKET & BAKERY TRIPS WILL BE POSTPONED TILL: APRIL 1ST 2015

Wednesday, February 11th – A VALENTINE OF CHOCOLATE & WINE

Join us for a Valentine treat as we start at Harry London's Chocolates for a presenta-

tion on the new wave of artisan chocolates and enjoy a sampling of different chocolate

styles. Next, we'll head to Ohio's most unique, boutique winery, The School House

Winery of Dover, for a presentation on their wines and tastings of their vintages. We'll

travel into Sugarcreek for an Amish Lunch at the Dutch Valley Restaurant with free

time at their complex to visit their gift store and their bakery!

Next, we'll travel to Coblentz Chocolates of Walnut Creek to see how they make their

chocolate specialties and enjoy different samples. Their store also offers a number of

fine women's items like scarves and purses. En-route home, we'll complete our day at Perennial Vineyards

of Brewster, for wine tastings and to learn about the wines they make from their own Ohio vineyards.

Pamper yourself with a Valentine escape you'll enjoy with or without a Valentine!

Cost: $59.00 (checks payable to JKL Tours by Wednesday, January 28th)

Check in-7:45am Return-approx.-6:30pm

Wednesday, March 25th - TOUR OF CLEVELAND– PART I Travel with your friends as we learn the history that makes Cleveland a won-

derful mosaic of people and places. Westside Market, Sokolowski’s, Little

Italy, Big Italy, Euclid Beach and MORE! This escorted trip includes lunch

and many surprises. Sign up to see why Cleveland is voted one of the 25

places to visit in the world for 2015! (Fodor’s Travel Go List)

Cost: $65.00 (checks payable to JKL Tours by Wednesday, February 25th)

Check in - 7:45am Return-approx.– 5:30pm

NORTH OLMSTED ACTIVE ADULTS TRAVEL PLANNER

2015 TRIPS & TOURS Info

You may sign up for trips Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, please speak with Beth

Reitz, Activity Coordinator to help you with all of your travel registration needs.

On trips that leave before 8:00 A.M., please note that the Center will not be open earlier than the

check-in time indicates. Also, please park in the LOWER parking lot for all trips!

*Please be advised to bring a “Current State Issued” photo ID for all Casino Trips!

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January 2015

North Olmsted Senior Center -Main Line (440) 777-8100

Jackie Chavez-Anderson—Administrator /email: andersonj@north-olmsted.com (440) 716-5444

Beth Reitz– AAC/AD, Activities Coordinator /email: reitzb@north-olmsted.com (440) 716-5434

Tiffany Hunt-LSW, Outreach /email: huntt@north-olmsted.com (440) 716-4264

Lynda Hudson, Hot Lunch Program Manager/email: hudsonl@north-olmsted.com (440) 777-8100

Brian Auner & Chris Juchem/ Custodians / (440) 777-8100

Fax # (440) 716-4246

You can access the monthly newsletter for free on our City’s website! www.north-olmsted.com

With your mouse left click

“Departments” then left click “Senior Center” OR Sign up using your email account and receive our monthly

newsletter via email.

“E-Newsletters” is located on the left hand side of the City of North Olmsted home page. Choose the Senior

Center E-Newsletter box and simply input your email address and create a password and click “subscribe”.

Free Community Meals All are welcome to attend these meals.

Reservations are not required. North Olmsted United Methodist, 4600 Dover Center Rd., North Olmsted, 440-779-6634

Last Thursday of every month Thursday, January 29th from 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Westlake United Methodist Church, 27650 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake, 440-871-3088 Every 4th Wednesday of the month

Wednesday, January 28th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Westlake Christian Church, 25800 Hilliard Rd., Westlake, 440-871-2400

Third Sunday of every month Sunday, January 18th from 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Clague Road United Church of Christ, 3650 Clague Rd., North Olmsted, 440-734-1040 Every Last Saturday of the month

Saturday, January 31st 4:30-6:30 p.m. .John Knox Church, 25200 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 440-777-3744

Last Tuesday of every month Tuesday, January 27th from 5:30-7:00 p.m.

All Saints Lutheran Church, 7230 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls, 440-235-2212 Every Wednesday

Wednesdays, 6:00-6:45 p.m.