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A NOT FOR PROFIT AGENCY FUNDED UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT FOR THE AGING AS PART OF THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT

PROGRAM, ADMINISTERED BY THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING.

Services Now for Adult Persons, Inc. SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER

80-45 WINCHESTER BLVD., BLDG. #4, CBU #29 QUEENS VILLAGE, N.Y. 11427

T: (718) 454-2100 W:www.snapqueens.org

PAOLA MICELI, MPA, CEO/PRESIDENT MARIAN LEWEK, LMSW, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

COREY BEARAK, EXECUTIVE BOARD CHAIR NINA BHOLA, MA, CENTER DIRECTOR

♡ SPEAKING FROM THE HEART ♡

As summer surrounds us with joyful sunshine and warm fresh air, Mother Nature is busy giving birth to a new generation of plant and animal life. Amidst the strong sturdy leaves of house plants and garden blossoms, fragile green shoots of new live are boldly announcing their arrival. Baby birds and ducks greet the tender sunshine as they prepare to explore their new and beckoning world. Vegetables emerge from flower beds to grow under the careful watch of the nurturing neighborhood gardener. This is a time for uncurling and discovery. Age does not preclude the opportunity for active engagement, but rather offers a wide perspective from which to wisely choose. The lesson for us is that the taking of even small steps into unexplored territory is a commitment to a life of connection and relationships.

Living is a gradual process of discovery, learning, growth and enrichment – slowly, sometimes painfully slow, moving us from one stage of development to another more advanced level. How wonderful to reach senior adulthood and realize that you continue to have the capacity to gain new knowledge, insight and understandings about yourself and the world around you. How remarkable to move ahead to revitalize, reenergize and possibly even reinvent yourself in new and previously unimagined ways. The quiet woman who came to SNAP alone and unsure about what to expect, but determined to end her isolation and loneliness, is blossoming with the strength of renewed self-worth. The grandfather who uncovers love in the infectious laughter and non-stop chatter of his young granddaughter is opening his heart to trust and affection, when he thought that only hurt and pain would take up residence in his broken heart. All things are possible when the mind and heart are ready and willing to embrace the dreams and realities of daily life.

We all have roots through which we obtain sustenance to fortify our own diverse expressions of individuality. Yet, we all require a warmth and lovingkindness that is open, accepting and embracing so as to enable us to seek new opportunities.

During this hot month of July, take a slow close look at yourself with the eyes of a gentle heart; and don’t be surprised when you recognize the soul of a beautiful person. Allow the golden prospects of each new day to give clarity, form and structure to the wisdom of your years as you reach out toward tomorrow. May joy, laughter, and heartfelt connection flow through you allowing for a vision that paints a landscape full of bright color and texture, and may you experience the love of a life well lived.

With Love, Marian

JULY 2017 NEWSLETTER

http://www.snapqueens.org/

Senior Center Luncheon Menu - JULY 2017

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, lunch is served from 12:00pm – 1:00pm Thursday & Friday, lunch is served from 12:30pm – 1:30pm

The suggested donation is $2.50. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps sustain our program! Please note, menus are subject to change without notice.

***Alternative Lunch Options are available upon request. Please order by 11:30am***

Please let us hear your comments about SNAP meals. Your feedback is important and helps to determine how we can improve our lunch meals. You can always speak with Marian to discuss menus and meals, or speak with any member of the Menu Committee – Lenore Feinstein, Roz Kleinman, Nancy Kirsch, Denise Taylor, Pat Murray, Shirley Wexelman and Jane Lynch.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 3 Hamburger or Cheeseburger Hot Dog Baked Beans Corn on the Cob

4 SNAP IS CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE

OF 4th of JULY

5 Chicken Cacciatore Penne Green Peas

6 Egg Salad Herb Potato Salad Apple & Beet Salad

7 Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Florets

10 Swedish Meatballs Bowtie Noodles Peas & Carrots

11 Turkey Salad Pasta Primavera Spinach, Apple, Red Onion Salad

12 Mushroom Chicken Rice Pilaf Brussel Sprouts

13 Salmon Cakes Mashed Potato with Spinach California Veg. Blend

14 Baked Ziti with Meatsauce Italian Cut Green Beans

17 Seafood Salad Pasta Primavera Mediterranean Salad

18 Hamburger Sweet Potato Fries Succotash

19 Stuffed Cabbage with Beef & Rice Baby Carrots

20 Orange Glazed Chicken Egg Barley & Mushrooms Winter Veg. Blend

21 Baked Fish Almandine Roasted Potatoes Mashed Butternut Squash

24 Roast Pork of Loin Mashed Potatoes Red Cabbage

25 Baked Tilapia w/Tomato & Basil Orzo with Veg. Mix Green Beans

26 Chicken Piccata Noodles & Cabbage Broccoli

27 Ravioli Spinach Kugel Garden Salad

28 Tuna Fish Salad Carrots & Raisins Bean Salad

31 Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Peas & Carrots

JULY 2017 – MONTHLY SCHEDULE BY WEEK ** Represents classes where suggested donation is requested

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

3 8:30 am – 1:30 pm: Independence Day BBQ Celebration! 9:00 am: Line Dancing** 10:00 am: • Knitting &

Crocheting Class • SAIL Fall Prevention 11:00 am: • Exercise Class**

(Advanced) • Men’s Discussion

Group 11:15 am: Meditation Class 1:00 pm: • Adult Coloring • Exercise Class**

(Beginners/Interm) • Canasta

4

SNAP IS CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE

OF 4th of JULY

5 9:00 am: • Breakfast with Friends • Arm Chair Yoga

10:00 am: • Plastic Mesh Class • Zumba Gold • Mahjong 10:30 am: • Caregiver Support

Group • Bingo • Blood Pressure

Screening • Chronic Disease

Management Program / Nurse Mindy

11:00 am: • Women’s Wisdom

Circle • Chair Yoga**

1:00 pm: • Body Conditioning** • Adult Coloring

6 9:30 am: • Tai Chi** • Let’s Groove in the

Radio Room 10:00 am: • Jewelry Making** • Open Recreation &

Conversation • Mahjong 11:00 am: Practical Computer 11:30 am: • Creative Writing • Wii Bowling

1:00 pm: Drawing & Painting** 1:30pm: • Billiards • It’s in the News:

What’s your opinion?

• Open Computer Lab

2:30 pm: Exercise**

7 9:00 am: Exercise Class** 10:00 am: • Quilting Class • SAIL Fall

Prevention 11:00 am: • Chair Yoga • Bingo

11:15 am: Meditation Class 1:30 pm: • Painting –

Creative Expressions

• Body Sculpting**

Monday, July 3rd Independence Day Celebration

JOIN US in your red, white and blue and bring a friend to the festivities to celebrate the freedom of this wonderful country of ours. A $4.00 contribution entitles you to a full day of good food and fun. 8:30 am: Breakfast: Roll, or Bagel with Cream Cheese & Jelly / Donut or Pastry / Banana / OJ / Coffee, Tea, or Hot Chocolate 12:30 pm: BBQ Lunch: Grilled Burgers, or Hot Dogs with the works / Baked Beans / Corn on the Cob / Potato Chips / Watermelon 1:30: Dessert: Brownies and Vanilla Ice Cream

Wednesday, July 5th Breakfast with Friends!

Enjoy a hearty breakfast and leisurely conversation with your friends. A $2.50 contribution for breakfast only, or $4.50 contribution for breakfast & lunch. Join us for a complete and nourishing breakfast while we talk together about what living an independent life means to us, and how best to achieve and maintain that independence. The breakfast menu will consist of: Mushroom and Spinach Egg Bake / Crispy Bacon / Sweet Potato Fries /Assorted Bagels or Rolls with Lox, Margarine, Cream Cheese & Jelly / Banana / Coffee or Tea


10 9:00 am: Line Dancing** Class 10:00 am: • Knitting &

Crocheting Class • SAIL Fall

Prevention • “Christmas in

July” Jewelry Sale 11:00 am: • Exercise Class** -

Advanced • Men’s Discussion

Group 11:15 am: Meditation Class 1:00 pm: • Adult Coloring • Exercise Class** -

Beginners/Inter. • Canasta

11 9:00 am: Exercise Class** 9:30 am: • Magic for Adults • Let’s Groove in the

Radio Room 10:00 am: • Tai Chi** • Open Computer Lab 10:30 am: Reminiscence Discussion Group 11:00 am: • Medicare Part A and

B Presentation by Pierre Miller

• Canasta for Beginners

• Practical Computer • Looming**

11:15 am: Line Dancing 1:00 pm: • Music & Singing** • Canasta

1:30 pm: Open Computer Lab

12 9:00 am: Arm Chair Yoga 10:00 am: • Plastic Mesh Class • Zumba Gold • Mahjong • Haircuts by

Marilyn 10:30 am: • Bingo • Blood Pressure

Screening 11:00 am: • Women’s Wisdom


1:00 pm: • Body

Conditioning** • Adult Coloring

13 9:00 am: Bastille Day - French Toast Breakfast 9:30 am: • Tai Chi** • Let’s Groove in the

Radio Room 10:00 am: • Jewelry Making** • Open Recreation &

Conversation • Mahjong 11:00 am: • “Name that Tune”

with Nurse Mindy (Dining Room)

• Practical Computer 11:30 am: • Creative Writing • Wii Bowling

1:00 pm: Drawing & Painting ** 1:30 pm: • Billiards • It’s in the News:


• Open Computer Lab 2:30 pm: Exercise**

14 9:00 am: Exercise Class** 10:00 am: • Quilting Class • SAIL- Fall





• Happy Hour!

Thursday, July 13th Bastille Day Celebration –

French Toast Breakfast Bonjour!!!! Let’s acknowledge French Independence Day as we enjoy a French Toast Breakfast with your friends. Relax before your morning classes, or activities with a hearty breakfast of: OJ / French Toast with Syrup, or Strawberry Preserves / Banana / Chocolate Éclair / Coffee, Tea, or Hot Chocolate. ($1.50 Contribution)

Friday, July 14th !!Happy Hour!!

SNAP’s famous Friday afternoon Happy Hour will be held on Friday, July 14th, between 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm. You will enjoy the spirited and musical entertainment of Sweet Lorraine Duo! Snack on a wide assortment of chips and nibbles. Enjoy the company of your friends in the comfort of SNAP. Don’t miss this once a month FUN experience ($2.00 contribution for a not to be missed experience)!


17 9:00 am: Line Dancing** 9:45 am: Advisory Board Meeting (Clsrm 5) 10:00 am: • Knitting &


Prevention 11:00 am: • Exercise Class** -



Beginners/Interm. • Canasta


Radio Room 10:00 am: • Tai Chi** • Open Computer Lab 10:30 am: • Reminiscence

Discussion Group 11:00 am: • Canasta for

Beginners • Practical Computer • Looming**

11:15 am: Line Dancing** 1:00 pm: • Music & Singing** • Canasta • Movie: Patriots Day


19 9:00 am: • Arm Chair Yoga • Cardiac Screening

(Library) 10:00 am: • Plastic Mesh Class • Zumba Gold • Mahjong 10:30 am: • Bingo • Blood Pressure





1:00 pm: • Body


20 8:00 am: METS TRIP 8:00 – 10:00 am: Metro Bus 9:30 am: • Tai Chi** • Let’s Groove in the

Radio Room 10:00 am: • Jewelry Making** • Open

Recreation/Conver. • Mahjong • Haircuts by Marilyn 11:00 am: • Practical Computer • Diversity Program 11:30 am: • Creative Writing • Wii Bowling

1:00 pm: Draw & Painting ** 1:30pm: • Billiards • It’s in the News:


• Computer Lab • Seasonal Craft

Hour 2:30 pm: Exercise**






Thursday, July 20th

Diversity Day Let’s join together on Thursday, July 20th to learn and commemorate Bastille Day which symbolizes the end of the monarchy and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. “Vive la France!” Let’s talk about what freedom and independence mean to us on both a national level and a personal level and then indulge in some rich and delicious French inspired desserts.

Tuesday, July 18th SNAP Movie Afternoon

“Patriot’s Day” (2017) Tragedy strikes on April 15, 2013, when two bombs explode during the Boston Marathon. In the aftermath of the attack, police, and FBI join forces in a race against the clock to hunt down the suspects and bring them to justice. ($2/pp – Movie, Popcorn & Soda).

Thursday, July 20th Craft Hour – Decorative Door Wreaths

Please join us in the Arts and Crafts Room. For $5/pp, you can make and take your own wreath. Please see Nina to sign up!


24 9:00 am: Line Dancing** 10:00 am: • Knitting &


Prevention 11:00 am: • Exercise Class** -





Radio Room 10:00 am: • Tai Chi** • Open Computer Lab 10:30 am: • Reminiscence

Discussion Group • Birthday Party!

11:00 am: • Canasta for

Beginners • Practical Computer • Looming **

11:15 am: Line Dancing** 1:00 pm: • Music & Singing** • Canasta


26 9:00 am: Arm Chair Yoga 10:00 am: • Plastic Mesh Class • Zumba Gold • Mahjong 10:30 am: • Bingo • Blood Pressure





1:00 pm: • Body


27 9:30 am: • Tai Chi** • Let’s Groove in the

Radio Room 10:00 am: • Jewelry Making** • Open

Recreation/Conversation

• Mahjong 10:30 am: Fire Safety Presentation (Clsrm 5) 11:00 am: Practical Computer 11:30 am: • Creative Writing • Wii Bowling

1:00 pm: Drawing & Painting ** 1:30pm: • Billiards • It’s in the News:


• Open Computer Lab 2:30 pm: Exercise**


Prevention 10:30 am: • Reminiscence

Discussion Group

• 60’s Beach Party!

11:00 am: • Chair Yoga • Bingo




Tuesday, July 25th

Birthday Party! Celebrate your birthday with SNAP and share in the festivities of the day at our monthly birthday party. Music will be provided by Jim Ambrosio for your listening and dancing pleasure. Birthday cake and ice cream will be served after lunch. If you have a July birthday, please remember to sign your name to receive a small gift and be recognized at the party!

Friday, July 28th

• Games & Prizes • Come in your best

Beach outfit! • Music & Dancing Let’s have some fun 60’s style!

MONDAY

31 9:00 am: Line Dancing** 10:00 am: • Knitting &

Crocheting Class • SAIL Fall Prevention 11:00 am: • Exercise Class** -




SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS

INNOVATIVE TRIPS

Trip & Location Description Price Date JABALI AFRICAN

ACROBATS (Queens College)

Come see these phenomenal acrobats combine Chinese and African traditions. Trip includes: Admission, transportation and box meal.

$18.00/pp (Space is Limited)

Tuesday July 18, 2017

Mets Vs. Cardinals Baseball Game

(CitiField Stadium)

Come cheer on the NY Mets, and enjoy a nice day out! Trip includes: Admission, transportation and box meal. $28.00/pp Thursday

July 20, 2017

GREASE Engeman Theater (Northport, NY)

Join us to see GREASE live on stage. The most Electrifyin’ musical extravaganza on stage! Trip includes: Admission, transportation and box meal.

TBD Wednesday August 16, 2017

New York Botanical Gardens

(Bronx, NY )

Founded in 1891, and now a National Historic Landmark. It is one of the greatest botanical gardens in the world and the largest in any city in the US. Trip includes: Admission, transportation and box meal.

$43.00/pp

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017

GYPSY Engeman Theater (Northport, NY)

GYPSY Live! Share the joy and heartbreak of sisters Louise and June as well as Rose, their pushy backstage mother who lives through her daughters. Trip includes: Admission, transportation and box meal.

TBD Wednesday October 25, 2017

IN THE HEIGHTS Engeman Theater (Northport, NY)

IN THE HEIGHTS - Tells the universal story of a vibrant community in NY’s Washington Heights neighborhood. A place where the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. Trip includes: Admission, transportation and box meal.

TBD Wednesday April 25, 2018

Please see Nina, or Rochelle to sign up in advance. Prices and dates are subject to change. When there is a coach bus, or school bus used for a trip, there are NO VAN PICK UPS

Enjoy a cool and refreshing ice cream dessert with your SNAP lunch one day each week during July!!

• Thursday, July 6: Ice Cream Cups • Friday, July 14: Ice Cream Cones

• Wednesday, July 19: Ice Cream Sandwiches • Monday, July 24: Ice Cream Bars

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Welcome to SUMMER! It officially has been two years since I first began working with SNAP, and each day is as exciting, if not more, than the last. Over the years, I have learned an abundance about myself, as well as all of you. Thank you for making my time here remarkable! As the weather improves, new opportunities to embrace the outdoors arise. I encourage you to take some extra time during your day to enjoy the beautiful weather and all that it has to offer. Research shows that engaging in outside activities helps lift your spirits and increase Vitamin D intake. This month especially, is filled with holidays to better assist you with being involved outdoors. From National Picnic Day to National Ice Cream and Hot dog Day! Furthermore, as always we will have our July 4th Celebration BBQ. This year it will be held on Monday, July 3rd. We are closed Tuesday, July 4th. Additionally, this Fourth of July marks the 241st annual celebration of the United States Declaration of Independence. Across the United States, families and friends gather with picnics, barbecues, parades, and of course fireworks. Regardless of how you choose to spend your Independence Day, do it with the ones you love in a positive environment!

All the Best, Nina!

A Message from the Advisory Board

At the meeting held today, we spoke about the flood that occurred and the classes that were cancelled for a period of time. We are happy everything is back to business as usual. There are two seats open on the board and anyone interested can get a petition from Nina. Sixteen signatures of members in good standing is needed to complete the petition. Please have it back to Nina by August 1st. The decision will be made at the August 21st board meeting. Those selected will be seated on the board at the September 18th meeting. Good luck to all who are interested. There will be a Christmas in July jewelry sale on Monday July 10th from 9am until noon. Many new and gently used items will be sold. The thrift shop is asking for gently used clothing for resale. Due to the recent flooding, many of the items in stock had to be discarded. Yarn and jewelry items are also welcome for the craft classes. Anyone who has not made their annual donation to SNAP, please try to do so as soon as possible. Members who have complained about the circle parking, it is open to all and is based on a first come first parked basis. Seating in the dining room is still one person, one saved seat, no saving entire tables. For those of you who feel everything is changing at the center and you are not happy, please feel free to let Nina or Mindy know what is bothering you so steps can be taken to make changes. Construction in the new building continues to be on-going. Nina has a new intern, Anisa Bartholomew, so please welcome her when you meet her. Stay cool this summer and make an effort to welcome new members to your tables. Thank you all for being so understanding.

Thank you all Carole Vahey, President

SUPPORT GROUPS AT SNAP

SNAP is pleased to offer several support groups for the senior community. Recognizing the importance of having a safe, comfortable and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings, SNAP offers the following groups: • Men’s Discussion Group, Mondays at

11:00 AM

• Reminiscence Group, Tuesdays at 10:30 AM

• Women’s Wisdom Circle, Wednesdays at 11:00 AM

• Caregiver Spouses Support Group, 1st Wednesday of Month 10:30 AM

PLEASE REMEMBER SNAP IN YOUR WILL OR TRUST

There are many ways to give to charity and good causes. Bequests can serve as a memorial to honor the memory of a loved one, or establish a fund for a particular aspect of SNAP. Bequests are often a final communication one has with descendants, a way of demonstrating your values and setting an example for your heirs. A planned gift or bequest to SNAP helps you to determine your legacy in a truly meaningful way and have a profound impact on the future of the organization. Please remember SNAP so that we can continue to provide important services to others in our community. If you have any questions, you may call Ronald J. Schwartz, Elder Law Attorney at (718) 347-6100.

**Health & Wellness Events for July** • Wednesday, July 5: Session One Chronic Disease

Self-Management Workshop 10:30 AM Classroom 5 • Wednesday, July 19: Session Two Chronic Disease

Self-Management Workshop 10:30 AM Classroom 5 • Wednesday, July 19: Cardiac Screenings provided

by PMBA, Inc. Abdominal Aorta and Carotid Artery. Screenings begin at 9:00 am in the Library. Please see Mindy in advance for an appointment

• Wednesday, July 26: Session Three Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop 10:30 AM Classroom 5

Please note, the Health & Wellness office will be closed on the following days:

• Monday, July 10 • Tuesday, July 11 • Wednesday, July 12

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