07/1979 Senior News Senior Citizen Newsletter
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Friendly
Fridley Recreation Dept. 571 - 3450
in cooperation with Community Education, Ind. School District No.14
JULY 1979
JULY BI21"1DAY.` JULY PREVIEW
Irenr Yati15 July 2 TUES. JULY 3 - BL`u'C'D PRESS"RE TESTS,
i.uv i 11 e Zander July 2 Parkview, Rm,, 20, 10 `:3 0-11:30 a.m.
Arvid Pcarson July 2 9
M1 i i 1 i e Sme i ns July 3
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Ed R rgland July 3
Ade1'1 Sable July 72 THURS. JULY 5 - CCC., Pa��„view, 1:00 p.m
fsorris uancts�and July 8 A Painti_na Class, Parr;view, Rsn. 20,
Tillie ,fi l l i l-en Ju.1 1.1 r`ak t 9:45 11:45 �►.�,r.,
Mia.t Koo"tZ July 11 ��, � �f k"
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Bonnie flrphew July 13
Harr v Esrise;ey July 18 1
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Lola Sel antine July 19 f� ; THURS. JULY 12 -- CCC, Parkview, 1:00
Stf11a along July 21
Faye Kopp July 23 _ k i TLIES. JULY 17 - SENIIOR TEE 'ING, 1:010)
Gttl July 26 Fridley t;ni ted i`iethodi si; Ch►.► :�h
Ray flelin July 26
Olive Hpdman July 2.8 THURS. JULY 19 - SR. POTLUCK/CARL
' i'l i an Aasl and July 29 NELSON'S CABIN. CCC. 1:00 p.m.
Mildred Briskey July 29 BLOOD PRESSURE TESTS, 12:30 - 1 :3
Vivian EElenwood July 29arview
Edna Pearson July 31
Alvin Gut svi g July 31 THURS. JULY 26. - CCC, Parkview, 1:00
SENIOR ffFETINGS FRI, JULY 27 -- BuA,'-'.rmton Nmt/Lmi
C.Cot.vn 1.3cm Parkview, 0:30 - 11 :30
During the summer month;, June, July, a.m;�
and August, Fridley seniors will meat
the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1:00
p.m. Meetings are he"id at the Fridlcy
United Methodist Church, 666 tili ssi ss i epi PW �•.
Street.
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All other activities are held at Parkview r-
6085 - 7th Street. For further information
contact Connie .101i11ion, 57s-3450 Ext. 123.
NF_W MEMBERS FRIDLEY CONGREGATE DINING
New members for the Friendly Fridley Hot meals are served Monday through Friday
Folks are welcome at all times. We at 1.2:00 noon, in the gymnasium/cafeteria.,
currently have 305 members in the Friendly Everyone under the age of 60 is asked to 4_:
Fridley Folks. The group has grown very $1.65, all others are requested to make a
rapidly since last year when we had 124 donation. Menus are published weekly in
members. New members are always desired the Sun Newspaper and in the Star and
and welcomed, We have a great group, Tribune. Reservations must be made at
let's share it with others. least two working days ahead of time. To
place your reservations, please call 571-
To join, you must be 55 years or older. 6085, between the hours of 10:00 a.m.
Yearly dues are $2/person, If you wish and 2:00 p.m. , Monday through Friday. If
to join, you can complete the forms at you have any questions concerning the
the meetings or call the Parks and program call 332-23160
Recreation Office at 571-3450.
TRANSPORTATION
* * * I]EAL T H HAPPENINGS
How to make bus reservations to Congregate
FREE MONTHLY BLOOD PRESSURE TESTS Dining:
Free blood pressure tests will be 1. In order to have a smooth running
offered at Parkview School. Rm. #20, schedule, anyone wishing to ride
6085 - 7th Street. In July the schedule the bus to Congregate Dining must
is as follows: notify Connie 2 working days in
advance.
Tuesday, July 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, July 19 - 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. 2. Calls should be made to 571-3450,.
Ext. #123, Monday through Friday
Remember high blood pressure has no between 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
L,mptoms to warn of its presence.. Regular
-ups are necessary for detection. 3. A .25¢ round trip fare will be
charged to cover gas expenses.
SENIOR CITIZEN CLINIC
L��� 4. Be sure to call Congregate Dining
1323 Coon Rapids Boulevard for a dinner reservation.
Tel eLh. e: 755-5300
Services Offered: Annual Physical Exami- NE14 MEMBERS
nation, Health Counseling, Blood Pressure
Screening, Information? and Referral . There are no new members for the month of
Fee: Suggested fees range from $3.50, if July.
person's income is $350/month or under
($450/couple) and up to $25, if the patient's FISHING WITHOUT A LICENSE
income is over $1.,000 per month.
Hours: Open Wednesday and Thursdays by State residents age 65 and over are allowed
appointment. The clinic has hours during to fish in Minnesota lakes and streams
business hours, For information and without a license. Older Minnesotans can
appointments , call 755-5300. also camp free in state parks Monday
through Thursdays if they have a park
DENTAL DISCOUNTS sticker. The stickers are free with proof
of age.
The Chicago Dentists have started a Special
Discount Program for senior citizens. For NOTE**
more information you can call the Chicago
Dentists at 332-2631, If there are still some more duplications
of the Friendly Fridley Folks newsletter
Chicago Dentists coming to your home, please contact Connie
1031 Nicollet Avenue at 571-3450, Ext. 123.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone: 332-2631
JULY MEETINGS CONCERT IN THE PARK
Our summer meeting schedule is one after- The Burlington Northern Clown Band willbe performing
noon meeting a month at 1:00 p.m. , at the in Fridley. For those of you who missed last year'
Fridley United Methodist Church. At the concert, here is your opportunity to enjoy a fun
July 17th meeting we will have an Ice afternoon this year! It is a group of professional
Cream Social with Bingo. White elephant musicians, who not only perform musically, but do
donations would be appreciated for prizes. magic tricks and clown stunts.
Contact Connie with contributions.
WHEN: Tuesday, July 24**
TIME: 2:15
WHERE: Commons
KITCHEN BAND COST: Free
Some of our members have expressed CONCERTS IN THE PARK & MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
an interest in starting up a old
time kitchen kazoo band. What a City Band concerts and movies are held weekly in
great idea! Anybody interested in the Fridley Parks. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy
forming a band should call Connie, the summer evening. Concerts begin at 8:00 p.m.
571-3450, Ext. #123.
7/5 Madsen "Adventures of Bull Whip Griffen"
CARDS, COFFEE AND CONVERSATION 7/12 Sylvan Hills "The Incredible Journey"
7/19 North Park School "Snowball Express"
Bridge and 500 are played each Wednesday
afternoon from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m., at SR. DAYS AT THE STATE FAIR
Parkview, Rm. #18.
Senior Days at the State Fair are Thursday, August
Party Whist is the name of the game 23 and Thursday, August 30. On both days persons
every Thursday from 1:00 to 3:30 65 and older will be admitted without charge.
p.m. , at Parkview, Rm. #18. More information in next months newsletter.
CONGREGATE DINING MENU
SUN. JULY 1 - BAKED HAM - Scalloped Potatoes, Buttered Cr. Style Corn, Vegetable Mold Salad,
Butterscotch Cookie, Rye Roll-Marg, MON. JULY 2 - PORK SAUSAGE PATTY in Cream Gravy,
Mashed Potatoes, Stewed Diced Tomatoes, Salad/French Dr. , Brownie, Rye Bread-Ha.rg
TUES. JULY 3 - BAKED CHICKEN, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Buttered Spinach, Coleslaw, Strawberry
Rhubarb Pie, Roll-Margo WED. JULY 4 - CLOSED, TIiURS. JULY 5 - Orange Juice, TUNA-MACARONI
SALAD with Cheese Squares, Buttered Peas, Chocolate Pudding/Whp, Tpg Whole Wheat Bread-Marg :
FRI. JULY 6 - ROAST BEEF, Baked Potatoe/Sour Cream/Chives, Buttered Squash, Tomatoe Iliedges/
OL/Mayonnaise, Fresh Banana, Rye Roll-Marg, SUN. JULY 8 - SWISS STEAK, Gravy, Whole Buttere,".
Potatoes, Buttered Green Beans, Coleslaw, Chocolate Pudding/Whp. Tpg,, Whole Wheat Roll-Marg::
MON. JULY 9 - SWEDISH MEATBALLS in Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Carrots, Three Bean Salad,
Chilled Pears, Whole Wheat Roll-Marg. TUES. JULY 10 - BAKED CHICKEN, Cranberry Sauce,
Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Buttered Peas, Golden Glow Salad, Chilled Plums, Dinner Roll-Maxx.
WED. JULY 11 -• Oranoe Juice, BROILED BEEF LIVER, Sliced Onion Gravy, Buttered Whole Potatoes,
Carrot-Raisin Salad, Oatmeal Cookie, Whole Wheat Roll.-Margo THURS. JULY 12 - HAM I:OAF
Mustard, Scalloped Potatoes, Buttered Broccoli, Coleslaw, Fresh Banana, Rye R^lI-Marg
FRI. JULY 1.3 - SPAGHETTI with Meat Sauce, Parmesan Cheese, Buttered Peas, Cottage Cheese/OL,
Rhubarb Pie, Whole Wheat Roll-Marg. SUN. JULY 15 - ROAST TURKEY, Cranberry Sauce, Meshed
Potatoe/Gravy, Buttered Carrots, Coleslaw, Chocolate Cake/Choc. Frstg, , White Mountain
Roll-Marg. MON. JULY 16 - MEAT LOAF, Catsup, Scalloped Potatoes, Stewed Diced Tomatoes,
Tossed Salad/1000 Is. Dr. , Fresh Apple, White Brcad-Marg. TUES. JULY 17 - Tomatoe Juice,
BAKED HAM, Baked Beans, Carrot-Raisin Salad, Gingerbread/Whp. Tpg, Rye Roll-Marg.
LVED. JULY 18 - TURKEY A LA KING on Baking Powder Biscuit Square, Buttered Green Beans,
Pineapple/Cottage Choose/OL, Chocolate Pudding/Whp. Tpg. , Margarine. THURS. JULY 19 -
Orange Juice, BAKED CHICKEN, Cranberry Sauce, Potatoe Salad, Buttered Carrots, Chilled
Applesauce, Whole Ifficat Roll-Marg. FRI,, JULY 20 - BAKED FISH, Tartar Sauce, Macaroni
& Cheese, Buttered Beets, Fruit Salad, Frst. Peanut Butter Bar, Rye Bread-Marg.
SENIOR SUHMIR PICNIC /
"Pot Luck Style" \ a
WIZEN: THURSDAY, JULY 19 H 1
TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: CARL NELSON'S CABIN ON LAKE SPECTACLE
WHAT: It's a picnic on Lake. Spectacle. There will be special events
and games plus plenty of food! Everyone attending is asked to
bring something whether it is a hotdish, salad, pickles, rolls,
or a dessert.
DEPARTURE: 9:30 a.m. , at the Fridley United Methodist Church
*You must call Connie for a bus reservation*
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If you wish to drive, take Highway 65
North into Cambridge. Turn left on to
Highway 95. Go about 8 miles and turn
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left on to Highway 47, Drive about 1 tq
mile and turn right on to County Road 37. , n
Drive about 3 blocks to the first driveway
on the right to his cabin.
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BUS REGISTRATION
$1.00/Person
NM4E: ADDRESS:
PHONE: # OF RESERVATIONS: AMOUNT ENCLOSED:
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—7, R COUNSELORPROGRAMSEEKS SENIORS FOR training program will then serve in a 40-hour
TRAINING supervised counseling experience. Instructors
will be University of Minnesota Continuing
This is a program to train persons 60 and Education and Extension Counseling Staff.
over to be counselors to other older persons.
Called peer counselors, these persons will Upon completion of training, peer counselors
learn listening and verbal skills necessary will be asked to volunteer their services about:
to help others with problems. They will be one-half day per week in agencies which serve
expected to be primarily effective and senior citizens. They will have the support
careful listeners. They will learn about and assistance of trained professionals with at
the network of referral services available, of their volunteer work. Training sessions wi ,.
how to make referrals, and about follow-up be conducted both in Minneapolis and St. Paul
techniques, from the first week of September through the
second week of December.
'here are two parts to the training program.
e first part consists of one 21,> hour session If you are interested in participating in the
)r 13 weeks. Applicants accepted into the program, please write or call for an applicatic
rogram will be expected to attend all 13 to: Peer Counselor Training Project
sessions, as well as a 2-day workshop at the 335 Nolte Center
end of the 13 weeks. Participants in the 315 Pillsbury Drive S.E.
University of Minnesota 55455
Phone: (612) 376-2945
*Applications must be received by July 13, 1979*
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