The Bainbridge Island Senior Center is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization

370 Brien Drive SE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 - Phone: 206-842-1616

Email: info@biseniorcenter.org Website: www.biseniorcenter.org

Editor: Ruth Flanagan - splash@biseniorcenter.org

Mar - Apr 2019

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND SENIOR CENTER

The Bainbridge Island Senior Center (BISC) offers opportunities to keep active in mind, body and

spirit, meet other people, make new friends, volunteer and enjoy life. Out of courtesy to our guest

speakers, event planners & instructors, please register for classes, programs and events at the

Senior Center, 206-842-1616 or online at www.biseniorcenter.org.

There is financial assistance available for most paid programs.

Featuring performances by some of our talented members who

have dusted off their dancing shoes, tuned their instruments and

honed their humor to present an evening of fun for all!

Saturday

March 16, 2019

4:00 - 6:00 pm

Waterfront Park

Community Center

Huney Hall

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND SENIOR CENTER

A Partnership Between

Bainbridge Island Senior Center

and the City of Bainbridge Island

Mission Statement

Our mission is to empower and enhance the quality of life of people in our community as

they grow older.

Board of Directors

President: Mickey Guthrie

Vice President: Bill Luria

Secretary: Colleen Keilbart

Treasurer: Ed Bancroft

Directors

Ruth Flanagan

Michael Hotchkin

Ann Lovejoy

Gunda Lunde

Jaime Mittet

Genevieve Moyer

Selden Smith

Colleen Waechter

Senior Center Staff

Exec. Director Reed Price

Mgr. of Operations Mary Gibbs

Thrift Store Mgr Tijen Sion-

Hotchkiss

Volunteer Director Sara Prout

The deadline for the next issue is: April 5, 2019

Glimpses of Our Center Page 3

PETANQUE (pronounced pay-TAHNK) - Of the many activities BISC offers, petanque has the distinction of being held outside, right across the street from the senior center. This fun game with the funny name originated in Provence, France and is very similar to bocce except bocce is more of a bowling game, whereas petanque is more of a tossing game, like horseshoes. Bocce players take steps before rolling boules (metal balls) with their palm up. Petanque players stand still and toss the boules with the palm down which allows them to get backspin upon release. Depending on how many participants we have on the day we play, teams consists of one to three players. We start out by simply tossing boules as close as possible towards a small wooden target ball, the cochonnet or “little piglet”. First, one team throws the cochonnet 20 to 30 feet away. Then, each team alternates taking turns trying to get their boule closest to the cochonnet while standing in a 17-inch circle. The team that is closest to the cochonnet doesn’t throw again until their boule is not the closest to the cochonnet anymore. The team with the closest boules to the cochonnet receive a point for each of their boules that is closer than any other team’s boules. The first team to reach 13 points wins. Part of petanque’s appeal is that it’s a low impact sport that can be played by almost anyone. Age, strength and speed are not important - plus the equipment is inexpensive. Presently we have a few extra sets for those who want to try a game. More experienced players, who prefer having the own set of boules, can purchase them on the internet. They just need to be sure and select them in groups of three with different ring patterns on each set. We play petanque every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in Waterfront Park. If you haven’t yet, come check us out. Participating in this fun game is a perfect way to enjoy the outdoors, exercise and make new friends. Hope to see you some Thursday afternoon! (see page 7 for details.)

TABLE TENNIS, ANYONE? - Several times a week, Huney Hall is filled with people of varying ages and walks of life who all share a love of hitting a small white ball back and forth on a table with a net in the middle. It’s a great way to get some exercise and even work out your aggression, and nobody gets hurt. We started playing Table Tennis at BISC over 5 years ago, after some players got together to expand their pool of opponents. The sizable space and support offered by the senior center helped them reach this goal. Nowadays, we have players with a whole range of abilities and skills, from beginners to serious competitors. There are a few ground rules, such as an expectation that everyone plays with everyone else and takes turns, with the goal of having most games with others who are near your own skill level. We also advise everyone to wear appropriate shoes (like tennis shoes) for stability.

Besides being such an enjoyable group activity, playing table tennis on a regular basis carries a number of health benefits. Whether you’re playing doubles or singles, it’s a cardio workout, uses both the upper and lower body, improves eye hand coordination & balance, burns calories, and is gentle on joints. In addition, during a match you use many different areas of the brain at once as you’re tracking the ball, planning shots and strategies, and figuring out spins.

So you’ve nothing to lose and everything to gain by joining us. Beginners may be most comfortable on Mondays, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, as Thursday evenings, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, are often more competitive. Saturday mornings are split between competitive singles only from 9:00 am to 10:30 am, then open play for all comers (usually doubles)

from 10:30 am to noon. We have 2 Singles and 2 Doubles Tournaments a year. Also, Mark Salvadalena hosts table tennis practice nights on Tuesday evenings (see page 7 for details.) What’s the difference between Ping Pong and Table Tennis, you may ask? Well, Ping Pong is played in the basement and Table Tennis is an Olympic sport!

2018 CITIZEN AWARDS NOMINATION~ Our Executive Director, Reed Price, has been nominated for the Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year/2019 Grand Old 4th Parade Marshall. Based on his gigantic efforts toward creating a cheerful, fun center for our seniors and his work with other non-profits to create on-going collaborations, his vision of helping all seniors navigate the process of aging is epic. The winner will be announced Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the Island Honors Banquet held at the Wing Point Country Club.

Breaking News! Page 4

FIRST SUNDAY CONCERTS The Bainbridge Community Piano Association, under the direction of Darden Burns,

presents a musical concert at 4:00 pm at the Waterfront Park Community Center.

Admission is $20 for Adults, $5 for Youth

Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com.

March 3 Henry Lebedinsky & Brandon Vance - Scottish Folk & Baroque Music

April 7 Francesco Crosara - Jazz Piano Trio

ACCESSIBLE DESIGN - Learn how to make your own living spaces flexible, safe, and viable

for you, your family and your friends while reducing your environmental impact. Register today for a

talk by Molly McCabe, a local award-winning designer and general contractor. She is the principal

designer and co-owner of A Kitchen That Works™ LLC and has published numerous articles and

has lectured locally and nationally on design and construction. Call 206-842-1616 to register..

“You’ll be glad you did!"

Monday, March 25, 2019

4:00 pm

Huney Hall - Free

HEALTH & SAFETY CLASSES

Fall/Risk Prevention - Learn how to prevent falls and reduce your risk of injury. Please register for this free program, that includes a comprehensive assessment to identify. Existing medical conditions that may contribute to an increased risk of falling Fall hazards and risks related to the home environment and activities The need for, and correct utilization of, assistive devices A specific exercise program to improve strength, mobility and balance Tuesday March 5 1:00 - 2:15 pm Huney Hall

Home Share - Fishline - HomeShare is a program that matches people with extra space in their homes with those in search of affordable housing. Providers can obtain income through rent, or trade rent for services like grocery shopping, cleaning, meal preparation, laundry, and home and garden maintenance. Community members can gain access to affordable housing and the chance to make meaningful contributions to a household. Emily Klein, HomeShsre Coordinator. Wednesday March 6 10:00 - 11:00 am Dining Room

Pelvic Health Workshop - Do you know how to ACTIVATE your pelvic floor? 1 in 3 women perform a Kegel or a pelvic floor muscle contraction incorrectly. Do you leak when you cough, sneeze, bend, or lift? Do you have increased frequency or urgency? This free small-group session with Kitsap Physical Therapy and Sports Clinics specialists is for you. Registration encouraged. Tuesday March 19 1:00 pm Huney Hall Donation

Emergency Preparedness - Wednesday March 27 2:30 pm Bainbridge Prepares, Exec Director, Loren Bast - Huney Hall Wednesday April 24 2:30 pm TBD - Huney Hall

WATERFRONT READERS THEATER PERFORMANCE - Our intrepid players present "Good People,"

nominated for a Best Play Tony in 2011, an entertaining and insightful look at class in America. Directed by

Linda McCarty. Two shows:

Friday March 22 7:00 - 9:00 pm Huney Hall Donation

Saturday March 23 3:00 - 4:30 pm Huney Hall Donation

Save this date: May 17, 2019 - Resource Fair!

Events and Programs Page 5

BRIDGE REVIEW & PRACTICE - Each class will review basic bidding and card play skills covered the Basic Bridge classes recently completed at the Senior Center. Then we will play hands to reinforce these skills. Please sign up for individual classes. The instructor is Mark Siler, marks5060@yahoo.com.

Mondays April 1 - 22 2:30 - 4:30 pm Huney Hall $15/class

BIRD WALKS - Howard Emery brings his scope and leads a walk around Waterfront Park to observe our feathered

friends. Please register in the lobby before the walk.

Friday March 29 9:00 - 10:30 am Waterfront Park Donation

April 26 9:00 - 10:30 am Waterfront Park Donation

DANCE WITH PD® - Internationally-acclaimed dance classes for people with Parkinson’s disease developed by Mark Morris Dance Group and Brooklyn Parkinson Group. Live music accompaniment with professionally trained dancers.

Saturdays in March (watch for more dates) 12:30 pm Huney Hall

TAROT INTEREST GROUP - Bring your own deck; topics and activities include how to strengthen your intuition and skill in interpreting Tarot without a "manual;" using Tarot in meditation, journaling, creating mandalas; and, upon request,1:1 help with “difficult” cards or readings. Facilitated by Zane O'Keefe

Wednesday March 6 & April 3 10:30 - 12:30 Conference Room Donation

COFFEE WITH OFFICER CARLA - Stop by, have a cup of coffee and chat with Police Community Resources Officer

Carla Sias.

Tuesday March 5 10:00 am Fireside Room

Thursday March 21 10:00 am Fireside Room

Thursday April 11 10:00 am Fireside Room

Tuesday April 23 10:00 am Fireside Room

TAROT – INTRO WORKSHOP - Zane O'Keefe, a psychologist whose lifelong interest in consciousness led her to studies in science, meditation, astrology and Tarot, offers this introduction to Tarot. She'll have several decks for you to examine and use, or bring your own! Zane recommends the Rider deck for beginners.

Friday April 26 1:00-2:30 pm Conference Room Donation

COOKING WITH KATHRYN LAFOND CONTINUES. In March we'll explore healthy, fun and delicious meals. Our focus will include dinners with an Asian flavor, salads & dressings and tasty drinks. Come join in! Add your knowledge or sit back and enjoy tasting. Tuesday March 19 3:00 pm Dining Room $15

DOWNSIZE YOUR LIFE NOW - Downsizing expert Lisa Martin will help you get unstuck and unstressed from the problem of too much stuff! This workshop will give you professional tips and tactics that really work to clear your space and mind.

Monday March 11 1:00 pm Dining Room Donation

HOMELESSNESS DISCUSSION - Deputy City Manager Ellen Schroer, Deputy Police Chief Jeff Horn, Kitsap County Housing and Homelessness Division Coordinator Kirsten Jewell and others join in this community discussion of housing insecurity and homelessness.

Wednesday March 6 2:00 pm Huney Hall Donation

AARP DRIVER SAFETY - Two Day Class - The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Call the Senior Center at 206-842-1616 to sign up. A fee of $15 (AARP members) or $20 (non-members), payable to AARP, is due at the first class. Class limited to 14 people.

Tues & Thurs March 12 & 14 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Conference Room April 30 & May 2 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Conference Room

Technology Programming Page 6

TECH TUTORING - We are transitioning to a computer sign up for tutoring appointments, but this comes with one quirk. When you contact the front desk, you will be registered in the status of “waitlisted.” This means that you are likely to get in but you are not actually confirmed until you receive a phone call from Cindy McGregor. This extra step is necessary because, unlike most other offerings, the number of available tutors is not known until sometime during the week before the session.

Mondays March 4 & 18 2:15 - 3:15 pm Fireside Room/Dining Room April 15 & 29 CYBER FRAUD - AARP Volunteer Bill Trilsch lectures on "How to Stay Safe from Fraud while Using Your Computer"

Wednesday March 20 10:00 am Dining Room

COMPUTER SECURITY - John Pizzo of Pizzo Consulting on Computer Security (see page 7 - Monday Lectures)

Monday April 22 9:30 am Dining Room

UKULELE GROUP - Join us for a get-together on Wednesday afternoon. The music is easy to play - play the chords you know and add more chords as you go. Play and sing songs from Hoagy Carmichael to Pete Seeger in this informal group. Facilitated by Debby Simcoe of Village Music.

Wednesdays Ongoing 1:00-3:00 pm Conference Room Donation

Ongoing Activities

CHAIR MASSAGE We're now offering Jerry Brader's chair massages most every Monday. Four half-hour massages available weekly at 10, 10:40, 11:15 and 11:50; please pay when you register. Fireside Room.

Mondays Mar 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $35 Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

WANNA B KARAOKE - Bring a friend or two and come sing your heart out with Karen King and the gang on the 3rd Wednesday each month in the Fireside Room at 10:00 am. March - Torch Songs April - Songs containing Women’s Names

A STITCHIN’ TIME - Knitting, crocheting, handwork of all types welcome as participants in this informal group help each other out with patterns and ideas. Facilitated by Ann Lovejoy. Some patterns and materials provided or bring your own. Thursdays Ongoing 1:00 - 4:00 pm East Living Room Donation

BARD READ – Joe Claseman is the ringleader for this lively table read of Shakespeare's plays. The group is reading "Macbeth" right now, on March 21 starts "Henry the Sixth Part Two" and on April 18 starts "As You Like It." (Watch for info on hosting an actor and going to see the Seattle Shakespeare production.) Thursdays Discussion at 2:30 pm, reading begins at 3 pm. Conference Room Donation

GARDENING WITH ANN - Bring your questions to this monthly session with Ann Lovejoy. In March, we'll discuss garden prep and sowing seeds. In April, Ann will bring early bloomers for show-and-tell. Tuesday March 5 & April 2 1:30 - 3:00 pm Dining Room Donation

WISE FOLKS - Give yourself a gift of sharing with friends. Venera di Bella Barles facilitates these gatherings of wise

folks discussing their thoughts on life. Different topic each session.

Tuesdays March 12 & 25 1:15 pm Conference Room Donation

April 9 & 23

Supported by Kitsap Bank

Special Announcements Page 7

TABLE TENNIS CLUB

Great fun whether you are a

seasoned player or want to

learn. Times may vary.

Register to receive email.

Monday

11:30 am-2:15 pm

Thursday

7:00-10:00 pm

Saturday

9:00 am-12:00 pm

Huney Hall

Donation $2

PETANQUE

The fun game with the funny name

where the goal is to toss or roll

hollow steel balls as close as

possible to a small wooden ball.

Contact: Selden Smith

206-491-8939

Thursdays

Ongoing

1:00 pm

Waterfront Park

MONDAY LECTURES - A variety of topics by a variety of presenters will be presented each week .

Mondays 9:30 am Dining Room Donation

March 4 - Mary Ann Tiffany Sea Talk on Mammals March 11- Lavina Tudor Johnson Bainbridge History March 18 - Jim Martine Geo. Weyerhaeuser kidnapping March 25 - Randi Evans Bear Bridge-Grand Teton wildlife April 1 - Steve DeLorey Social Security Trust Fund April 8 - Dick Shryock Bainbridge History April 15 - Jim Martine Geo. Vancouver's journals April 22 - John Pizzo Computer Security April 29 - TBD

TABLE TENNIS PRACTICE - Mark Salvadalena is hosting table tennis practice nights on Tuesday evenings. Every-one's welcome. Tuesday March 6, 12, 19, 26 7:00 - 10 pm Huney Hall Donation

April 2, 9, 16, 30 (no practice on April 23)

Sports

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

SINGLES

Saturday, April 13, 2019

Huney Hall

Warm-ups start at 9:00 am

the roster closes at 9:30.

BISC members who sign up by noon the Friday

before will pay $10,

non-members pay $15.

Walk-ins on Saturday pay $15 if member,

$20 if non-member

Limited to 16 paid spots

HISTORIAN AND STORYTELLER JIM MARTINE ON TWO GEORGES! Monday, March 18 - Harrowing story of young George Weyerhaeuser's kidnapping and ransom demand in 1935. A huge national story at the time. Monday, April 15th - The story of George Vancouver's Voyage of Discovery. His four-year voyage to become the first visitors to the then British claimed North Pacific Coast and Puget Sound. Includes a short stay on Bainbridge. Many familiar names will be recognized that he named: Mt Rainier, Whidbey Island, Puget Sound and Hood Canal among them. Great photos. Worthy of great applause and learning.

WATERFRONT BOOK GROUP - All titles are available from the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library as audio downloads. Tell them you read with KRL’s Waterfront Book Group and get them sent to you! For information about this free service, go to www.wtbbl.org. Third Tuesdays 1:00-2:00 p.m. Conference Room Donation

March 19 – Just Mercy - by Bryan Stevenson - The executive director of a social advocacy group that has helped relieve condemned prisoners explains why justice and mercy must go hand-in-hand through the story of Walter McMillian, a man condemned to death row for a murder he didn't commit.

April 16 – The Sympathizer - by Viet Thanh Nugyen - A gripping spy novel, an astute exploration of extreme politics, and a moving love story, The Sympathizer explores a life between two worlds and examines the legacy of the Vietnam War in literature, film, and the wars we fight today.

Arts, Music & Language

Mondays - FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB 9:00-10:00 am Conference Room Donation

MONDAY LECTURES 9:30 am Dining Room Donation

SPANISH CLUB 10:10 am-12:10 pm Conference Room Donation

Contact Dale & Regina Spoor at 842-5171 for more information

ADVANCED CHINESE 12:30 - 2:00 pm E. Living Room Donation

BEGINNING CHINESE 2:00 - 4:00 pm E. Living Room Donation

Tuesdays - EVERGREEN SINGERS - 5 10:00 am Huney Hall $15/materials

GERMAN CONVERSATION CLUB 10:00-11:30 am E. Living Room Donation

LIBRARY BOOK GROUP 3rd Tues 1:00 pm Dining Room Donation

WRITING GROUP 2nd

& 4th

Wed 1:30-3:30 pm Conference Room Donation

Wednesdays - BI PHOTO CLUB 2

nd Wed 7:00–9:00 pm Huney Hall $30 yearly

Open to all ages. Visit www.biphotoclub.org for more information

WANNA B KARAOKE 3rd Wed 10:00-11:00 am Fireside Room Donation

UKULELE GROUP Wed 1:00 - 3:00 pm Conference Room Donation

Thursdays - ASTROLOGY CLUB 1:00 pm Dining Room Donation

Fridays - LIBERATION LAUGHTER 10:00- 11:30 am Conference Room Donation

SING-A-LONG 11:00 am - Noon Fireside Room Donation

FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIES 2nd

& 3rd

Fri 7:00–9:00 pm Dining Room Donation

Fitness & Dance

GENTLE EXERCISE

Easy, gentle exercise by certified

instructor Helen Heaslip.

Mon-Wed-Fri 9:00 - 10:00 am

$5.00/session - Huney Hall

GENTLE STRETCHING

Gentle movement keeps joints and

muscles healthy. Helen Heaslip

Tues - Thurs 8:30 - 9:30 am

$5.00/session - Huney Hall

S.A.I.L.

(Stay Active & Independent for Life)

Improve your strength,

balance and cardio-vascular fitness.

Tuesday & Friday 12:00-1:00 pm

$3.00/session - Huney Hall

LINE DANCING CLUB

Non-partnered dancing - a surprising

workout and a lot of fun.

Monday 10:15-11:30 am

Donation - Huney Hall

DANCE & MOVEMENT

Easy to follow steps, great music.

The joy of movement and great fun!

Friday 10:15-11:15 am

$5.00/ session - Huney Hall

T’AI CHI CHIH - Practice Sessions

Must first complete training from

certified instructor.

Wednesday 11:00 am

Donation - Huney Hall

CHAIR YOGA CLUB

Spend quiet time stretching in the chair

and feel rejuvenated with

Teresa Hatten.

Tuesday 9:45 am

Donation - Dining Room

ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE YOGA

Breath work and body movements.

Judith Bardsley, instructor.

Tues - Thurs 2:30 pm

$7.00/session - Huney Hall

MEN‘S FLEXIBILITY

Safe postures that will stretch the body

and increase balance. Sue Schaeffer

Wednesday 12:00 - 1:15 pm

$10/session - Huney Hall

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Travel & Trips Page 9

Travel Refund Policy: For all trips we make provisions for paying a driver, fuel, and fares. We often must reserve

tickets ahead for the event. As a result, each trip has a “pay-by” deadline so that we can be sure we can afford to take

the trip. After that date no refunds can be guaranteed, even in the case of illness. Thank you for your understanding.

MEEKER MANSION - Travel via the Senior Center bus to Meeker Mansion in Puyallup and have tea

(lunch) before experiencing a guided tour of the mansion. If you can’t climb the stairs, the volunteers

have promised there will be other things for you to do or see. Cost covers all transportation, lunch

and tours. Minimum required: 10. No cancellations after March 5, 2019.

Tuesday March 12, 2019 8:45 am - 3:30 pm Cost: $45

“POT” PARTY - “Instant Pot”, that is! We will go by bus to River Valley Cheese in Issaquah to

learn the process of making a meal in the “Instant Pot”. We will make artichokes with garlic,

parmesan and butter dipping sauce. YUM! Also, pork ribs and for dessert crème brulee, more yum.

Fresh sourdough bread and appetizer will be provided. Cost includes bus transportation, cost of the

class and the food eaten. No cancellations after March 14, 2019.

Thursday March 21, 2019 8:15 am - 4:00 pm Cost: $70

LA CONNER - TULIP FESTIVAL - Travel to La Conner and board the San Juan Cruise’s boat for a 2 ½ hour narrated cruise around the Deception Pass area. You will enjoy a cracked crab lunch, included, and then back to the bus and on to Roozengaarde Tulip Farm to enjoy the tulips. No cancellations after March 8, 2019

Thursday April 11, 2019 7:00 am - 7:15 pm Cost: $175

LAKEWOLD GARDENS - Travel via the Senior Center bus to the town of Lakewood where we will get the VIP treatment

with a guided grand tour of Lakewold Gardens. A mix of docents will provide a historical and horticulturally-focused

interpretation. Box lunches will be provided. Cost includes all transportation, box lunch and tours. No cancellations

after May 10, 2019.

Thursday May 16, 2019 8:20 am - 4:00 pm Cost: $45

WOLF HAVEN - TENINO - Experience the wonder at one of the world’s largest and most respected wolf sanctuaries – right here in the Pacific Northwest. Wolf Haven International is a nationally recognized wolf sanctuary that has rescued and provided a lifetime home for 250 displaced, captive-born animals since 1982. Guided 50-minute walking visits offer guests a rare, close-up view of wolves. Cost includes all trans-portation, box lunch, and entrance fees. No cancellations after June 7, 2019.

Thursday June 13, 2019 8:05 am - 4:30 pm Cost: $55

COMING SOON - Mark your calendar, get your reservations in early for these upcoming trips. Details in next issue. THELAR WETLANDS AND LAKE CUSHMAN STATE PARK - Thursday, July 11, 2019 - Cost: $40 LAVENDER FESTIVAL - Tuesday, July 16, 2019 - Cost: $25 MOUNT ST. HELENS - Thursday, July 25, 2019 - Cost: $70

SEATTLE MARINERS vs SAN DIEGO PADRES - Wednesday, August 7, 2019 Cost: $60.00 (bus riders) or $50.00

(walkers)

LEAVENWORTH - SOUND OF MUSIC - Wednesday & Thursday, August 28 & 29, 2019 - Cost: $285.00 MYSTERY TRIP - Saturday, September 14, 2019 - Cost: $90

SILVERDALE SHOPPER - The Senior Center bus will take shoppers to Silverdale. Co-sponsored and coordinated by

Island Volunteer Caregivers.

Wednesday March 20, 2019 1:00 - 3:00 pm

April 17, 2019

NOTICE: "Discover the Outback to the Glaciers" deposit due date is April 6, 2019. After that there will be limited seating.

More Activities Page 10

DO YOU HAVE YOUR PARKING STICKER? - Paid-up members can get a parking

sticker for their windshield from the office, which is good for parking along Brien Drive while you are

participating in Center activities. Daily passes are available at the reception desk for non-

members. For more information contact Mary or Reed in the office at 206-842-1616.

FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES Enjoy a Free movie and popcorn on the 2nd and 3rd Friday nights each month

7:00 pm - Dining Room - Movies provided by Netflix

March 8 - Black Panther - First superhero movie to be nominated for best picture. Location is “Wakanda,” Africa.

March 15 - The Florida Project - Empathetic drama. Willem Dafoe. World seen as wondrous through the eyes of a 6

year old and her adventurous friends on summer break while the adults struggle. “So real, so raw.”

April 12 - A Star is Born - Not Judy Garland, Barbara Streisand or Janet Gaynor, but Lady Gaga. “A remake done

right.”

April 19 - Green Book - Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali. A Black pianist takes the journey of a lifetime from

Manhattan to the deep South. “An astonishingly fine movie…” (Showing contingent on release date of late Feb.)

ADVENTURES IN TRAVEL - Be an armchair traveler. Explore the world through the camera lens. Seasoned travelers

share their experiences and photography with you. If you have travel photos to share, please contact Bob Leik at

bsleik@comcast.net.

Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:00 pm Dining Room Donation

Mar 6 Sada Ross Grand River Cruise

Mar 20 Mary Ann Tiffany Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Apr 3 Steve Christensen Newfoundland

Apr 17 Bob Leik South Pacific Cruise

RECOGNIZING A STROKE - Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of aware-ness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symp-toms of a stroke. Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by remembering 3 simple steps (STR) and asking three simple questions:

S *Ask the individual to SMILE. T *Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE or PHRASE (Coherently) R *Ask the person to RAISE BOTH ARMS.

If the individual has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call the emergency number immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

New Sign of a Stroke ---- Stick Out Your Tongue - Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke.

TALKING ABOUT DEATH WON’T KILL YOU

Write Your Own Obituary / Ann Lovejoy - This two-session class encourages creative approaches to summing up our life stories. We'll look at writing or otherwise documenting (film? video?) several kinds of obituaries, from fit-for-publication versions (paid or free) to letters for family and friends, and if many memories arise, even a memoir! Participants may attend either or both sessions and sharing your story/writing is optional.

Thursday April 18 & April 25 10:00 - 11:30 am Conference Room

THE OUT-TO-LUNCH BUNCH - Participants carpool to a local restaurant for a friendly, social lunch experience. Sign-up at the front desk or online (under Trips) if interested in socializing with fellow members. Carpools will leave from the Senior Center. Limit 10 people

Thursday March 21 11:15 am Bruciato - Winslow Way Thursday April 18 11:15 am ChocMo - Poulsbo

Volunteering Page 11

Waterfront Thrift - Tijen Sion-Hotchkiss, Mgr.

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES - You may have noticed a

beautiful wooden board complete with our new logo mounted outside the Reception Office. Well,

we have Norma Smith and her son Will Smith to thank for that fine piece of woodworking, which

Roger Sater generously and expertly installed. Thank you! In addition to our weekly email, now

you can keep an eye out there as a prominent place for both the latest appreciations and

current opportunities.

Save the Date: Wednesday, April 3rd

2-4 pm - Join us for a Volunteer Mixer! This is for everyone: prospective, new

and longtime volunteers! Now that we’re maturing as an organization, we’re both expanding and formalizing our

volunteer opportunities and systems. Gather in Huney Hall with a glass of Spring cheer in hand for a social, fun and

informative afternoon with one another and our new Volunteer Director, Sara Prout.

For more details and for the latest volunteer opportunities, stop by the front office one afternoon, or write

sara@biseniorcenter.org

As I'm writing this, I'm sitting at home looking out the windows at this amazing winter wonder-land. It's so quiet, except for the wind chimes, as bursts of wind create swirling, temporary blizzards. I'm practicing just being...enjoying the moment. I'm not going to worry about the basket of newly priced donations sitting by the door. After Christmas, the little shop seemed so empty. It only took a few weeks to fill up again. We were really light on household and kitchen items, but it didn't take long before just the right donations flowed in. I love how that works. Valentine’s Day seems to come quickly after the holidays, but I happily welcome the cheerful

pink and red hearts and cute cards with declarations of love. We had many bins of outerwear in our storage shed, more than I thought we could sell but this cold weather has been timely. Our shoppers have been looking for coats, and thankfully, there are still plenty to choose from. By the time you read this, the snow will likely be a memory, so I intend to enjoy every minute of this. Because I know, soon enough, stir craziness will set in, I will be needing to socialize, hear the snow stories and get those new goods to the store. I'm already imagining where everything will go.

COOKING FUN & TIPS with Kathryn LaFond

Baked Potato Fiesta: To bake potatoes in half the cooking time, slice them in half length-wise. Rub with olive oil and place flat-side down on a cookie sheet in a 400-degree oven for 30 minutes. That’s a better portion size anyway! Serve with all manner of toppings to enhance your meal and add flavor: Green onions, minced Cheddar cheese, grated Broccoli florets, blanched Red onion, slivered Crisp bacon, chopped Smoked salmon, flaked Black olives, sliced Yogurt or sour cream with soy sauce Butter, or cream cheese Herbed Chevre cheese Health Benefits: Cooked skins are rich in antioxidants and chlorogenic acid that prevents cell mutations leading to

cancer. If you think you can’t eat potatoes because they raise insulin and blood sugar levels too quickly try eating them

with yogurt and soy sauce instead of butter. Don’t eat potatoes with a meal high in total fat and you’ll supply a large

vitamin/mineral content while controlling a sustained energy release.

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ASK A SOCIAL WORKER - We have doubled your opportunity to meet with a Helpline volunteer. Twice a month, a social worker is available to meet 1:1 with you at the Center to discuss services and support available to you. Ask about Medicare, housing, legal support, and other topics Call Reception, 206-842-1616 to reserve a time.

Wednesday March 13 & 27 9:30 am -12:30 pm (3 appointments) Free Wednesday April 10 & 24 9:30 am -12:30 pm (3 appointments) Free

Housing Resources Bainbridge - Independent Living Program

Maintain an independent lifestyle by enlisting supports to reduce the risk of having a fall.

The City of Bainbridge Island supports HRB’s Independent Living Program to improve accessibility both inside and outside your home. Eligible health and safety repairs include improving air quality, replacing hazardous flooring, and improving lighting. If you are “reaching” for supports, stepping around hazards, or feeling unsafe in the bathroom, a walk through safety assessment of your home could lead to funded modifications improving the quality of life and reducing fall risk. “Hope your Holidays were happy. I’m ready for 2019 clients,” Julie Stone at Housing Resources Bainbridge 206-842-1909, ext 17, julie@housingresourcesbi.org.

MIKE & ME - If you or your loved one are thinking about dealing with Alzheimer’s at home, Mike & Me is the book for you. For 10 years Mike and Rosalys Peel found new ways to stand up to his Alzheimer's and continue living a full life together. The mission of the Mike & Me book is to explore these fresh approaches with the Alzheimer's community. Their goal is to inspire, educate and celebrate Alzheimer's couples, families and caregivers everywhere.

Presentations will be given at:

Kitsap Regional Library Bainbridge - Tuesday, March 5, 7:00-8:00 pm

Martha and Mary Rehab Center, Poulsbo - Saturday, March 23, 9:30 am

CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH MEMORY LOSS? Alzheimer's Association caregiver support groups provide a

consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique

journey of providing care for a person with memory loss. A free information and support group for unpaid care partners,

family members, and friends is held the 2nd

Wednesday of the month from 2:30-4:00 pm at the BARN, 8890 Three

Tree Lane NE, Bainbridge Island 98110. For more information, contact group facilitator Lori Gordon at 206-910-9870.

DEMENTIA TRAINING WORKSHOP – Join Bainbridge Senior Living's trained professionals to learn more about dementia care. Our instructor is a Teepa Snow-certified trainer and will teach about the Positive Approach to Care (PAC). Limited space available. For reservations, email mary@bainbridgeseniorliving.com. Tuesday April 30 4:00-7:00 pm Madrona House $25/person (dinner included)

CARDS AND

GAMES

Party Bridge Tuesday - 1:00 pm Fireside Room Pat Mulanax - 206-780-7870

Duplicate Bridge Thursday -10:00 am Huney Hall Doug Cook - 206-330-6025

Cribbage Wed & Sat. - Noon Fireside Room Selden Smith - 206-491-8939

Bingo Friday - 1:00 pm Dining Room

Beg. Mah-jongg Friday - 1:00 pm Fireside Room April Donahoe - 206-842-5706

Pat Egaas - 206-842-2037

Adv. Mah-jongg Friday - 1:00 pm E. Living Room Call 206-842-1762

Pinochle Thursday - 1:00 pm Fireside Room Anne Graves - 206-780-1449

Getting to Know You

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Vivaldi and the Seasonings by Venera di Bella Barles Most women experience the joy of the holidays as a mixed bag of pleasure and misery. Ach! Mine was a test of the little faith I had left. In the midst of having my kitchen and two bathrooms painted and doing the final revisions on my novel, the vacuum cleaner suddenly died. The ice water in the refrigerator parted ways with its pipe and flooded the kitchen. The loaded freezer in the garage unexpectedly ceased working and the melting lamb, beef and lasagna became one as they slid to the bottom. In the cellar, an extra-large, 1973 hot water heater sprang a leak.

Sensing that my cluttered and dispirited mind needed soothing, some compassionate women friends asked me to join them on a spectacular shopping, eating and high culture day in the city. The high culture being tickets to a Vivaldi performance.

On our morning shopping run, we covered a lot of territory and made some hot buys. Thankfully, I’d remembered to wear sensible shoes since my swollen gout toe wouldn’t fit into anything else. We ate at an upscale Thai restaurant where I selected my favorite, Phad Thai, that wonderful highly seasoned noodle dish loaded with pork, nuts, bean sprouts, green onions, and other hid-den goodies. After we finished eating, we dashed to the symphony hall a few blocks away. Excited, I knew Vivaldi’s concert would appease the inner domestic tumult threatening my sanity.

Upon finding our seats, I immediately removed my wool jacket. Already I was feeling claustrophobic from the over-whelming lack of air circulation. With my broken inner thermostat it’s never cool enough for me in theaters. As the concert got underway, I became acutely aware of the reeking odor of onions – the smell when someone has just carried in a bag of hamburgers. This aroma was so distracting that I lost the details of part of Mr. Vivaldi’s ‘Summer’.

At that point, I checked my armpits to make sure my five-day deodorant pad hadn’t failed. I reached into my blouse and put a hand under each armpit, then gave them the nose test, and by God, it wasn’t me. But as the heat of the auditorium accumulated the onion whiff grew stronger while I grew meltingly warmer. Sensuous, sleep-provoking violins, combined with the fermenting noodles in my belly, kicked in my somnambulism. My head began to nod and I fell back in the arms of Morpheus. When I snored, my friend on the right jabbed my side and brought me awake.

Finally, it was intermission. Molto bene. Most of the listeners sprang out of their seats and moved to the lobby, I stood by my chair stretching my legs – and keeping one eye out for the unaccountable bag with the burgers. It was appalling to suspect that someone would dare to cross the line of propriety and bring their lunch. Maybe the bag was under their seat! Locating this odorous onion smell had become an obsession.

As the break ended, I began feeling somewhat revived due to being fanned by a lady friend and downing three chocolate covered espresso beans. By the time Vivaldi came back to awaken my Baroque soul the caffeine had kicked in. La primavera “Spring” started. All was good - until my obsession began overwhelming my senses. Damn, where the hell is that onion smell coming from! Maybe it’s in my nose. I blow my nose--nothing.

My jacket and brochure slid off my lap. As I bent to pick them up, my snout was in line with my chest enabling me to look

down my blouse. The bassoonist was playing the Concerto in A minor Larghetto.

What the hell?

Finally, the source of my torment--there it was! A lovely green scallion and a bean sprout -- nestled and cooking in my

cleavage.

Act as if what you do makes a difference, because it does!

Services and Resources

Meals on Wheels: Monday thru Friday at BISC - Hot lunches served at noon - Suggested $3.00 for those 60 & over. Make reservations by 2:00 pm of previous day at 1-888-877-8511. Did You Know You Could Have Meals Delivered? Call 360-377-8511 to learn if you are eligible. If you are a family caregiver and participate in the County’s Caregiver Support program, you can receive delivered meals for you and your family to give you respite. Call 1-800-562-6418 - Kitsap County Senior Information & Assistance. Foot Care: 2nd & 4th Wednesday - 7:30 am - 1:00 pm - Fee: $25. Call Sharon at 1-360-876-1612 to schedule an appointment. Medicare & Insurance Questions: Call SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor) hotline 1-800-562-6900, Helpline House (see below), or “Ask a Social Worker” at the Senior Center (see page 12). Parkinson’s Support Group - meets the first Monday each month at the North Point Church, 1779 NE Hostmark in Poulsbo, across from Kitsap High School at 1:00 pm. For additional information contact Lana Giles, at 360-779-7178 or email her at lanagale@earthlink.com VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Group - meets the second Wednesday of each month from 1:00pm-3:00pm at the Bainbridge Island Public Library on Madison Avenue. For information call 206-842-0123 or 206-842-3551. Island Volunteer Caregivers (IVC) - providing non-medical, in-home support services and transportation to seniors, the disabled and others seeking support. 206-842-4441. ~Caregivers Support Group - for anyone caring for a loved one who is ill. Tuesdays 2:00 - 3:30 pm at Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church. Call Island Volunteer Caregivers (IVC) at 206-842-4441 for more information or email: info@ivcbainbridge.org. ~Grief Support Group - meets 2nd & 4th Thursday, 5:00-6:30 pm. Please contact Robin Gaphni, at IVC for more information - 206-842-4441 or robin@ivcbainbridge.org. Housing Resource Bainbridge (HRB) - referrals for affordable housing including rentals and homeownership. Call 206-842-1909. For the Independent Living Program (Bainbridge), call 206-842-1909 ext. 17. Veterans Assistance - for VA and County aid, call Roth Hafer at 206-842-6506. Helpline House – Any community member in crisis or in need of social work consultation, volunteer opportunities or other related services is welcome at Helpline House. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Visit 282 Knechtel Way or call 206-842-7621. Super Suppers - To help stretch your budget, join others for social fun and fantastic meals the last seven (7) days of each month at 5:00 pm. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sun at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church, Wed at St Cecilia’s Catholic Church and Sat at LDS Church. Kitsap Legal Services - For help with legal issues call 360-479-6125. Kitsap Transit ACCESS buses provide transportation for seniors and people with disabilities who are unable to use Kitsap Transit regular routed buses. The service is open to qualified riders and eligible visitors. An application is generally required prior to service. To schedule a ride, call 360-479-7272 or toll free at 800-422-2877. Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support - Support for unpaid care partners, family members, and friends. Held the 2

nd Wednesday of the month from 2:30-4:00 pm at the BARN, 8890 Three Tree Lane NE, Bainbridge Island

98110. For more information, contact group facilitator Lori Gordon at 206-910-9870.

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FREE DOWNTOWN SEATTLE CIRCULATOR BUS - A bus route through downtown Seattle is available to

ride to some hospitals, health clinics and services. There are 2 buses driving the fixed route, stopping at each of the 7

stops about every 30 minutes. Service starts at 7:00 am and goes until 4:00 pm and is free. If you need to go to Virginia

Mason, Harborview or Swedish hospitals, they are along the route. If you would like more information, call

206-753-4801 or stop by the front desk at Bainbridge Island Senior Center to pick up a brochure.

BI RIDE - Catch the bus to shopping, lunch, the park, marina or cinema. Go anywhere on the island or connect with a

bus to Poulsbo and beyond. For information or to schedule a ride, call 1-844-4BI RIDE (1-844-424-7433)

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Members with Benefits! - Don’t forget to shop these fine businesses to receive a 10% discount

every Friday by showing your key fob. If you know of another island business that would like to

participate, call Karen King (206) 276-6948

Shirvan Rug

Gallery Clothing

The Art Project 151 Winslow Way E Bainbridge Island Community Pharmacy 124 Winslow Way (Winslow Green) The Berry Patch 104 Winslow Way W Ste 103 (Winslow Green) B. I. Barkery 278 Winslow Way E #107 Bon Bon Candies 230 Winslow Way Churchmouse Yarns & Tea 118 Madrone Lane Covet 278 Winslow Way East Dana’s Show House 194 Winslow Way East Eagle Harbor Books 157 Winslow Way Esther’s Fabrics 181 Winslow Way E, Suite D Elle’s Island Spectacle, Elle Tatum 1176 Ferncliff Ave NE Fairy Tale Dentist 115 Hall Brothers Loop NW #105 Harbor Square Wine Shop 756 Winslow Way E L'Atelier TR Restaurant 8893 Three Tree Lane NE #7 Lollipops - Not valid on sale or consignment items 278 Winslow Way East # 101

Paraffine - Not valid for bee’s wax 152 Winslow Way E Plum 124 Winslow Way E Pretty Stick 278 Winslow Way #105 Rolling Clay Studio - Jane Schupay (clay artist) 11236 Sunrise Dr. NE (Corner of Valley Rd) Salt House 119 Winslow Way East Shift Clothing 130 Winslow Way E Shirvan Rug Gallery 424 Winslow Way E Skookum Clothing 126 Winslow Way (Winslow Green) Tango Zulu 160 Winslow Way West (Winslow Green) The Traveler 256 Winslow Way E Waterfront Thrift (formerly Senior Center Thrift Shop) 370 Brien Drive SE Whimsy 275 High School Rd NE Wildernest 310 Winslow Way Willowtree Market - Not valid with points program 169 Winslow Way E Zamboanga 112 Winslow Way W (Winslow Green) Z Bones 146 Winslow Way W (Winslow Green)

Please notify the Senior Center if your address or phone number changes so we know how to

contact you. Also, please note that when the center makes a robo call, as in the case of class

cancellations, etc., the phone number will appear with a 619 area code. Do not ignore!

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