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02/1988 Senior News FRIDLEY SENIOR NEWS. " Coming Together " TYOF - CENTER CI (612) 571-1304 FRIDLLY UAY, 198&2V SENIOR CENTER ENTERS THE COMPUTER SENIOR WELLNESS PROGRAM KICKOFF AGE . . . "Keeping up with the world", a time-honored With the success of the recent DefEating expression, carries with it many the Holidays and Hearing Through Older generalizations,that lend reference to the Ears programs, the Fridley Senior Center will chapters and Ohases of man's life. be kicking off two new wellness programs Traditionally, "keeping up" meant the on Wednesday, February 3. At 930am, acquirement of material growth, academic attainment, power benefits, or spiritual lift. Just there will be an exercise participation recently, the Fridley Senior Center experienced demonstration, Senior Stretch, followed by reason to appreciate this phrase when the Center became the fortunate recepient of a an introduction to our new weight loss I computer. The computer, along with an program, Change of Weighs. Both classes attractive work center, was donated by the are sponsored by Class Action Fitness and Fridley Lions Club, one the Senior Center's para-parents. have very qualified instructors. Come try em, you'll like 'errL Some time ago, Connie Thompson, the To register, simply contact teh Fridley enterprising Senior Center Coordinator, saw the Senior Center, 571-1304. need for a more efficient recording system to keep in step with the progressive growth of Senior Stretch the Senior Center's programs and services. Fully aware of the limited Senior Center funds, Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30am Connie petitioned the Fridley Lions Club to 8 sessions — $15.00 consider the possibility of a computer for the Center, assuring them that a computer would be a definite asset. In December, 1987, the Change of Weighs — Weight Loss for computer, printer, and numerous software was Seniors delivered and Connie immediately set to work delving into its many little ( and not so little) Fridays 930am mysteries. With a little experience and training, 10 sessions — $50.00 all of its secrets will be learned in time. When Lonnie becomes more familiar with "her friend" she hopes to share some of its secrets with any interested senior. pith the donation of the Center computer system, the Fridley Lions Club has reached an imazing total of contributions to the older adults of Fridley. Taking into account the Lions support of the Senior Transport program, the enior Christmas Dinner, gifts to the Center, and iany other donations where need has been Vident, the total surpasses $13,000 for 1987. tho can say that the seniors of Fridley are not 3rtunate to have such a supportive group as le Fridley Lions Club. Text month I'll try to cover the workings of the omputer and how it effects the operation of M ur Senior Center. m.L cAwBmL.-.n Fwwm "Growing Younger Column" Arthritis Awareness Update The Benefits of Flyer Now that most of us are a month into "Flber for Fluffies"- breaking our New Year's Resolution to eat Fiber is not an essential nutrient, but it is healthier, let's restart. Due to the possible that many human ailments are snowstorm on Jan. 20, the nutrition related to a dietary shortage of fiber. The education speakers were cancelled. We are most common sources of fiber are fruits, rescheduling this program for February 17th vegetables, and whole grains. It's been at 10:00am. As usual, the support group found that some types of fiber can actually continues to meet on the first Wednesday lower cholesterol, reduce triglycerides, and of each month at 10:00am. The groups are even improve blood pressure! The key is free of charge to the participants. Family the type of fiber that is consumed. Bran and friends are always welcome for the has no positive effects on cholesterol levels. education series on the third Wednesday. But fruits (contain pectin), beans (contain For transportation, call the Senior Center. guargum), and the fiber in rolled oats and For more information, call the Senior Center, carrots all have significant effects in 571-1304. lowering cholesterol. Daily intake of oat bran can be consumed through cereal, Leather Tooling Class bran or a thickener in soups and sauces. Come join Laiiaonne and learn the basics In fact, three ounces a day has been shown of leather tooling. You will make a billfold, to reduce cholesterol by 20%. Oat bran coin purse, or belt. can be purchased in health food stores and When: Thursdays Feb 11 - Mar 10 many supermarkets. 8:30am - 10:30am Fiber can also aid in intestinal disorders. Cost: Depends on project, no charge for Studies suggest that high fiber diets may instruction prevent hemorroids and diverticular disease, or even relieve problems once they develop. It's important to eat a variety of fibrous foods, but in reasonable amounts. A slow gradual increase in high fiber foods will be 17) less shocking to your digestive system. A gradual build up to 40 grams of fiber per day would be reasonable (e.g. one cup of Al! Bran = 23 grams of fiber). Water is i necessary when you eat fiber; otherwise l)ta fiber can be constipating rather than P 9 stimulating. The best way to increase the Mid-Winter Concert fiber in your diet is to substitute fruits, February 7th, 1988 7:00pm vegetables, beans, and whole grains for the Fridley Senior High Auditorium fats and sugar that are normally in your 25th Year Celebration diet. Written by Paula Sheppard `�• f 1 Taken from "Jane Brody's Nutrition Book" } "t /V Thisro ram is ma p g de possible by a grant from the Medtronic Foundation and sponsored by Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota. Battle Hymn of the Aged Jaycee We've reached the age of sixty—five Our golden years are here They tell us that the age begins t.oa,h sinkojp% rart A happy new career For now our Uncle Sam becomes Our permanent cashier �iun. rve-%b- 2z'; As we go marching on #1211dflV"k IML .11% Chorus: glory, Glory, Hallelulia 0011 4*UU glory, dory, Hallelulia Glory, dory, Hallelulia As we go bravely on Our Social Security from Baltimore is sent We buy a little bit of food and Come join us for a fun Maybe pay the rent filled afternoon of And after that we're stoney broke And left without a cent Stankloot, Horse racing, But we go bravely on And as for checks from Medicare IIS Roulette, and much more •. Will someone tell us how Please remember to aQ They always find some doctors bills pre-,register oo with Connie . They sadly disallow 571-1304 41 And dental cost as well you know They wholly disavow ` a � But we go bravely on 0 • � • o We don't know how we make it a a As we live from day to day With income fixed and prices up There's always more to pay GROWING THROUGH LOS'S So minding our arthritis The purpose of this series is to provide an Let's get on our knees and pray opportunity for individuals to obtain That we'll go bravely on information and support for a. variety of loss and grief. If you feel in need of And first of all, let's thank the Lord support, interested in learning more about That we are still alive grief, or interested in learning ways of The dreams we have may still come true helping others grieve, consider attending this When w' a are ninety—five program. 90 please,,,dear Lord, give us the strength When: Thursday 7:00pm-9:15pm Our troubles to survive Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church As we go bravely on. Cost. Per session — 2/individual $3/couple or family '° V Senior Clubs Report Volunteer T raining Friendly Fridley Folks On January 5th, the Friendly Fridley Folks Mon. Feb. 8th, 1988 had their installation of officers. Adeline Tuttle, assisted by Esther Campbell, 9:00am ® 11®.30am performed the honors at the swearing—in With a year under our belts, we're! ready to ceremonies. Marguerite Gilbert took over give some organization to our already Presidential duties with Lucille Zander strong volunteer force We will talk about assisting as Vice President/Program where to find answers at the Senior Center, Committee Chair. Vivian Ellenwood will how to register program participants, the continue for a second year as Secretary computer, the phones, Chore Services. . . and Vivian Baker will be the new Treasurer. Come learn the who, what, when, where, A couple from Columbia Heights also why, and how of the Fridley Senior Cneter. presented a slide show and talk about the All active volunteers are strongly countryside in Southern England encouraged to attend as well as anyone Just a reminder that the FFF will meet only interested in finding out more information. once a month now — the first Tuesday. Remember volunteer The next meeting will be February 2, 1:00pm. hours can be used as RSVP and Fair Redeemers Leisure League Share credit. The Leisure League held its election of officers on Thursday, Dec. 17. As a Hawali , calls program, Pastor Gene Hermeier told of his A experiences while working with missionariesas in Papua, New Guinea. Pastor Gene showed Friday, march 4A many interesting slides relating to the people Skip a trip to the South Pacific...and join Fridley and scenery of that Eastern area. and Roseville seniors at Hawaii in land—locked Arden Hills! Any Fridley area club is welcomed and McGuire's Inn is port—of—can to John urged to submit a report to the Fridley Malo's production of "Hawaii Calls", an Senior News for publication. Please submit exhilerating musical review cfirect from by the 15th of each month to Connie at the the Islands. Senior Center. Depart- (Senior Center) 11:00am Return: (Senior Center) 3:00pm Cost: $20 includes transportation, unch, , tax ad g . Today a tannin-% parlor is a Registration beginsshowFeb. Ifo Frnratuityidley residents. U Non-residents may register beginning Feb. 8. place where people can got tanned all over. In our Sign up f®r Senior Center/S2ni®r Dining Special Events in February. days, we called It a Friday, Feb. 12, Valentine Party woodshed and we got Wednesday, Feb. 24 Birthday Party Monday, Feb 29 Leap Day tanned In only one place. Fun starts at 11:15am. You must register at least two working days in advance. ---------- Volunteer Tax Counselors To Offer Respite Care Volunteer Training Free, Tax Help Caring for a chronically ill family member is Taxpayers, 60 years and older, who need a 24-hour job. Often times, caregivers; 1 help completing their 1987 State and Federal need time away for personal business or to Income tax forms will be able to turn to refresh themselves from the stress fo their trained volunteers for help. situation. Volunteers are needed to give Assistance will be available at the Fridley 2-3 hours a week to care-giving families. Senior Center, 6085 7th Street NE, on This need is especially great in our northern Wednesdays, 9:00am - 12 Noon through suburban area. The Ebenezer Society will April 13th. No appointment is necessary and conduct a training at the Fridley Senior help will be on a first come - first serve Center Please come and volunteer some basis. Individuals who are unable to travel valuable time to families in need. to the Center due to a physical disability will When: Fridays, Feb.5-26 9:30ma-11:30am be visited by volunteers in their home. Cost: No Charge to the Participant Transportation is also available to anyone who needs it by calling the Senior Center at VER THERTERmunTHLY FERTURE least a day in advance. TOUGH GUYS with Kirk Bouglas and Taxpayers should bring the following Burt LanEaster materials: Come in at your convenience to view * Copies of your 1986 Tax Returns this delightful comedy about two older * 1987 Tax Forms gangster just released from a long term Wage and Tax Statements (W-2) in prison and their next big caper. Denison Statements .(W-2P) Hilariously funny' Interest Statements (All 1099 Forms) Amount of Soc. Sec. Benefits 0 0 recieved in 1986 (1099-SSA) Records of Interest and Medical expenses Records of Contributions CRP form from your landlord, if you rent Statements of Property Taxes payable in 1987 and 1988, in you are Lunch Bunch - Februrary 4 a homeowner Come join us when we make a ,Defensive Driving for Seniors Potpourri Heart for Valentine Day. -How safe of a driver are you... How safe a We will scent it to hang or to place driver is the other guy? Learn to drive in a drawer. Come anytime between defensively from the experts. An accredited 11:00am and 1:00pm. MN. State Patrol Safety Education Trooper Theater Goers February Events will instruct this course with materials from Come join the Theater Goers. In February, the MN Safety Council. This course always they will be going to the folowing events. gets great reviews. Come find out why! Completion Monday, Feb. 1st - Whales of August Completion of the course qualifies Sunday, Feb 7th - Mid-Winter Concert participants for the Age 65 Auto Insurance NE Chamber Orchestra Discount. Contact Connie, 571-1304 or Esther, ,When: Feb 25 -26, 8:00am-12Noon 786-0890 for reservations. Where: Fridley Senior Center Cost: $8:00 for materials ' ) February Senior Dining Men Sunday Mdtaday 11uesday Wednesday Thursday Friday, Saturday Salisbury heddar Baked Spaghetti Baked SteakChowder/ Chicken Fish/ Chef t Slopp 1 2 Salad 5 Joe 6 Veal Hot Beef BBQ Ribl t Sweet Parmesan Turkey Burgundy Sour Sandwi c �� �jj , 113 B,� CHINESE Baked xft--d� Beef Batte' red NEa4 YEAR Chicken �r �t e w nib w ,h Up-ez 18 Rice ra � 20 Vaim�ea Riblets Chicken Swedish Harz/ Ground Stir Fry Meatball Chef Salad Beef epper 21 22 lvwnhlft� 23 14 25 16steak 27 Leap Da Pols Sausage . 829Saurkr a u `{ a i NW ® City of Fridley BULK RATE Recreation Department 6431 University Ave. NE U. S. POSTAGE Fridley, MN 55432 PAID MINNEAPOLIS, MN Permit No. 2$cC, 1 \ l II