January 2016 a.pub
Transcription
January 2016 a.pub
Camano Connections Volume 28, Number 1 Camano Center ~ 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island, WA ~ 360 360--387 387--0222 January 2016 Jazz at the Center Tickets are $20 for adults. Students 18 and under with student ID get in free! There will be a cash bar. Call 360-387-0222 for more information. Kareem Kandi with The Stephanie Porter Trio Wednesday, January 20 7-9p.m. Miles Black Trio Wednesday, February 17 7-9p.m. Time to think about Taxes O nce again we will have Tax-aides available for those who could use some help preparing their 2015 Income Tax Returns. Thanks to the AARP Tax Aide Program, cosponsored by the IRS, help is available FREE for seniors, disabled and low-income folks. Trained tax preparers will be ready to provide answers to tax questions, help fill out tax returns, and check your return for accuracy. Tax aide assistance is intended to help older adults who either find it difficult to complete their tax returns or who wish to learn how to fill them out. It also makes them aware of any special tax provisions or changes in the tax laws to which they may be entitled, such as those governing pensions, sale of a home, and tax credits for the elderly and disabled. Volunteers will also help prepare returns for those in nursing homes. Tax aides will be available Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning February 2nd. Call 387-0222 beginning January 4th to schedule an appointment. REMEMBER to bring: The tax package you received from the IRS A copy of last year’s tax return Wage, pension, interest, dividend and Social Security income papers Social Security Card Driver’s license or State identification Monday, January 18th is Martin Luther King Day The Center will be open. There will be no lunch service. Thomas Marriott Wednesday, March 16 7-9p.m. Camano Connections Page 2 Camano Center Board of Directors Kim Williams, President George Llewellyn, Vice President Jim Shields, Secretary Tyler Bakkensen, Treasurer Eldon Allen Joan Cresap Randy Heagle Hugh Judd Bonney Lemkin Kari Soth Rose Olson John Radzewich Staff Karla Jacks, Executive Director Karen Conway, Assistant Executive Director Kendall Faragher, Office Manager/Newsletter & Classes Connie Johnson, Front Office/Trips Cindy Hand, Gala Auction Coordinator Adin Collver, Hospitality Coordinator Sandy Stein, Monitor Linda White, Monitor Roxanne Robertson-Moore, Thrift Shop Mgr. Chris Williamson, Thrift Shop Asst. Mgr. Jessie Walker, Thrift Shop Supervisor Patty Prentice, Assistant Supervisor Tom Blaisdell, Receiving Supervisor Darlene Miller, Bookkeeper Kevin Sanders, Groundskeeper Bill Bowe, Fleet Manager Jim Scappini, Facilities Director Nan Laitenburger, Center Janitor Ben MacDonald, Center Janitor John Cross, Thrift Shop Janitor Roxanne Robertson-Moore Thrift Shop Manager Center Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm Friday 8am-4pm Center Phone: 360-387-0222 Senior Services of Island County Staff Nancy Martineau, Nutrition Site Manager Ginny Berube, Case Manager 360-387-6201 Second Chance Thrift Shop Monday-Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm Sunday Closed 360-629-6142 1335 East SR 532, Camano Island nd 2 Chance Thrift Shop New Donations Days Donation Hours 10 am - 3 pm* & Saturday *Occasionally we must close early when our donation area becomes completely full. Please feel free to call us to confirm that we have room if you are donating after 12 noon. 360-629-6142. Shopping Days Shopping Hours Monday - Saturday 10 am - 4:00 pm Sunday Closed September—May Tuesday, Thursday, Our Mission Statement: Camano Center engages volunteers and donors to promote the well-being and independence of our seniors and community. Elder Koby Hyde from Utah and Elder Daniel Farar from Arizona volunteer at 2nd Chance each Thursday as part of their mission service for The Church of Christ of Latterday Saints. Our box truck that allows us pick up larger donated items. We charge a nominal fee of $25 for this service. Please call us at 360-629-6142 to arrange a date and time for a pick-up. Pick-up service is based upon the availability of our strong volunteers and space availability at the shop. Visit our website at www.camanocenter.org Camano Connections is published monthly by Camano Senior Services Association, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island, WA 98282. Opinions or issues presented do not necessarily represent an endorsement by Camano Senior Services Association. There is no implied or actual endorsement of any of the advertisers appearing in this newsletter. Camano Connections is funded by membership dues, advertising revenues and other fund raising efforts. Sole Switzer, Margaret Brooks, Carol Ann Morton, and Teresa Verd have made great friends and found great fun volunteering at 2nd Chance Thrift on Tuesdays. Camano Connections Page 3 Karla’s Corner H appy New Year to you all. It amazes me that 2016 is already here. This month I thought I would highlight some new programs and fundraisers that we have coming up this year. One new program I am very excited about is the Singles Game Night on Thursday, January 21st. This is a new group that has long been needed at the Camano Center. We are kicking off our Singles Night with BUNCO. Bunco is very popular and we thought a great way for everyone to get introduced. If you know how to play Bunco or have the game that we could borrow we would really appreciate your help. Many singles have come up to me and asked for a singles group. This is a great opportu- nity to meet and network with other singles. We are looking for some singles to step forward and assist us in running this new group. Ideas for this group are game nights, line dancing lessons, and special trips on our bus. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call or if you could help teach us to play BUNCO. PS This is not a cash game, but we might have a surprise for the winner. A new and exciting fundraiser coming up on February 6 is our Monte Carlo Night. We are going to be setting the Center up like a casino/ club in Monte Carlo. In the Jensen and Craft Rooms we will have gaming. The Education Room will feature our no host bar and tasty hors d’oeuvres by our own caterer, Adin Collver. In our main room will be live music and dancing featuring the Swing Nuts. Tickets will be $75 per couple or $50 for a single ticket. Your ticket will include gaming tokens for the gaming rooms, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a A Magical Afternoon with Santa L ittle smiling faces filled the room at the Afternoon with Santa at the Camano Center on Tuesday, December 8th. Over 250 children (and their parents) explored the Center with options like face painting, balloon sculptures, crafts, art projects, cookies, hot chocolate, holiday cookie decorating and of course, Santa, his elves, Mrs. Claus and Mr. Bear. Each child got to visit the “the lost toy box” to pick a stuffed animal to take home. A free community event like this would not be possible without the many volunteers who gave their time and energy for this annual holiday event. A sincere “thank you” to all of the volunteers who helped spread holiday cheer to many of our Stanwood and Camano families. A special thank you to the Law Offices of Julie M. Herber and the Camano Island Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the event. Karen Conway Assistant Director chance to kick up your hills dancing to sounds of Swing Nuts. Suggested dress is cocktail party attire. We are very excited to bring you this fun evening. Please plan to join us. Prizes, not cash, will be award to the top three money gaming winners. Next month our newsletter will feature a survey to better understand the needs and the programming that you our members would like to see. And don’t forget we have lots of jazz concerts, Camano Junction Dances, and some other surprises coming up this spring. Happy 2016!!! Karla Jacks Executive Director Camano Connections Page 4 Kitchen Scoop I t seems that the New Year brings with it a time for reflecting on the past year and times gone by. It is hard to believe than in February I will have been working at Camano Center for 4 years. I feel very thankful for the opportunity to be of service to the Camano community and to work with such a great group of people here at the Center. I see familiar faces almost every time I go into Stanwood. We have several lunch guests who come from Stanwood. We even have a couple that come all the way from Anacortes. I am also happy to say that many more people are ordering meals to go. I know that not everyone enjoys cooking or can find the time. This can be a convenient and inexpensive solution for those people. If this sounds like something you might like to try, just give us a call and let us know how many meals you would like. Of course if you a feeling the urge to be social everyone is welcome to come for lunch. We ask everyone to try and get here by 11:45. Having said that, if you are a bit tardy we won’t ever turn you away. Hope to see you here in the New Year. Nancy Martineau Lunch at the Center Left to Right:: Arlene Niegemann, Lovella Burkhart and Anita Elder Island County Assessor—Senior/Disabled Exemption Program N o Action is required by you if you are already receiving an exemption. We have placed you in the appropriate level. Qualifications for filling are: 1. Age 61 or over by December 31 (of last year) or 100% military service connected disability or disabled and unable to be gainfully employed. 2. Own and occupy the home in Island County (must occupy the home more than 6 months out of the year). 3. Your annual combined disposable income cannot exceed $35,000 for 2014 income and previous or $40,000 for 2015 income. If you believe your qualify for the program based on the above criteria please come see us and bring with you your income documentation for verification. Information is also on the Assessor’s website at www.IslandCountyAssessor.com/exemptions/ seniordisabled-exemption/ To reach the Senior Citizen Disabled Exemption Coordinator, Kristina Mayhew directly call 360-678-7853. Special People, Special Concerns, Special Services Camano Connections Page 5 Senior Information and Assistance Ginny Berrube 360-387-6201 8am-2:30pm, Monday through Thursday Information and assistance with senior programs and services. Adult Day Program W e have a wealth of information available to seniors. We know programs and services for seniors can be confusing. Our goal is to support the independence, dignity and health of Island County seniors. Senior Services of Island County maintains an office right here at the Camano Center through which you can get further information about senior programs and services. Our services are free of charge to people age 60 and over and to friends and family members of seniors. Ginny Berube, Case Manager First and Third Thursday Every Month 10:00am to 2:00 pm Benefits include: Enhancement of quality of life Structured programming Professional team guidance Social interaction opportunities *Limited Space Available* For registration and details contact Ginny Berube at 360-387-6201 Don’t Drive? Need to do some shopping? Join us for our free Monthly “Essentials” Shopping Trips! Don’t Drive? Need to do some shopping? Join us for our free Monthly “Essentials” Shopping Trips! The Camano Center offers monthly shopping trips to Lakewood Crossing in Smokey Point (SOUTH) or Costco & WalMart (NORTH) with a stop for Lunch at Olive Garden on the second Tuesday of each month for seniors who do not drive or need additional assistance. Our friendly bus driver will pick you up at your house and take you to Lakewood Crossing, where there are a variety of stores, including Costco, Target, Marshalls, Office Depot, PetCo, and more. A stop for lunch on your own will be included. You and your purchases will then be delivered back to your home. There is no fee for the transportation. Call the Center at 360-387-0222 to sign up! Disaster Buddies Needed! If you would like to volunteer to check in on your vulnerable neighbors in the event of an emergency or disaster, please contact Karla at 360-387-0222. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated! www.nwjustice.org NORTHWEST JUSTICE PROJECT: COORDINATED LEGAL EDUCATION ADVICE AND REFERRAL This is a great website for information on just about any subject of interest to elders, especially the self-help section. There’s information on housing, taxes, Social Security, S.S.I., estate planning, quit claims, wills, etc. If you do not have computer access, the number for seniors 60 plus is 1-888-3877111, and the TDD is 1-888-201-9737. They are open for phone calls from 9am until noon. Partial List of Services Available: Adult Day Program: Call Ginny at 360-3876201 for information. Blood Pressure Checks: Free checks for informational use only. Camano Connections Call Program: Camano Center Front Desk volunteers call vulnerable seniors every morning, Sunday through Friday, to make sure they’re okay and to provide some socialization to shut-ins. Camano Connections Delivery: Camano Plaza IGA Market, Mark’s Camano Pharmacy and Senior Services of Island County have combined efforts in order to assist neighbors on Camano who may be in need of groceries or pharmacy delivery to their home. Call Ginny for information or to sign up. Ensure: A liquid meal replacement for those unable to eat “standard fare” is available at the Camano Center to seniors of Camano Island. Suggested donation is $30 per case; a prescription is required. Foot Clinic: Most Wednesdays by appointment. The service includes a foot soak, massage, pedicure and a look for problems. The service is provided by Catholic Community Services for a suggested donation of $20. Lunch: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at noon; please be here by 11:45am! No reservations required except for holidays and monthly theme dinners. Meals fully prepared on site. Suggested donation for 60 and older is $4, under 60 is $6. Meals On Wheels: All seniors over 60 years who are homebound qualify to have hot meals delivered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Frozen meals may be delivered on those days for consumption on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday. Cost is $4.00 per hot meal and $3.50 for frozen meals. All meals are delivered between 11:30am and 1:00pm. Medical Equipment: Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, commodes, toilet risers & bath seats are available to borrow at no cost for as long as needed (subject to availability). support group meetings are for any person experiencing memory loss and their caregiver, partner, family member or friend. Parkinson's Support Group in Stanwood: A support group for people with Parkinson’s and caregivers of family members. Second Monday of each month at the Stanwood Senior and Community Center, New Housing Building 3rd floor meeting room. 10:00-11:30am. Call 800850-4726 for more information. PUD Senior Citizen Discounts: Many people do not realize that the PUD has an assistance program for those whose household income is $28,264 or less per year. Stop by the Center for an application. It just might ease some of the pain of those power bills. Senior Information and Assistance: Monday through Thursday, 8:00am-2:30pm by appointment. Available by phone starting at 7:00am. Call Ginny at 360-387-6201 for more information or for an appointment. Volunteer Services Medical Ride Program: This program is made up of volunteers who provide transportation to medical appointments. Call 360-387-0222 for information and to register. SHIBA Assistance Assistance with Senior Insurance and Medicare questions is available at the Camano Center through Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA). Call Ginny at 360-3876201 to make an appointment. Special Needs/Disaster Registry The Camano Center, in partnership with Senior Services of Island County, has a special needs registry for seniors and people with disabilities who may need additional assistance during emergencies and disasters. The registry program maintains a listing of all registrants and will provide this information to emergency responders during an emergency or after a disaster. The registry contains informaMedicare Part D and Medicare Supplemen- tion provided voluntarily such as the person’s tal Insurance: Call Ginny for information and name, address and the reason for registering. for answers to your questions about Medicare. Disaster Registry Forms are available at the Camano Center or online at Memory Loss: Is memory loss affecting your life? A support group meets at our Center www.camanocenter.org. Call 360-387-0222 for every third Tuesday from 2-3:30pm. These more information. Camano Connections Page 6 Things to do at the Camano Center Room use fees to participate in the following activities is included in your membership benefits. If you are not a member of the Camano Center, room use fee is $5 per session. Room use fees do not apply to groups for which you make payment to the instructor, or for groups directly benefitting the Center like Handcrafters or Down to Earth Gardeners. ACRYLIC PAINTING GROUP: Tuesdays: 10:30 a..m.-1:00 p.m. Drop in and paint with other acrylics painters. Bring your own supplies. Contacts are: Joyce Dunn 425-446-2777 Roberta Hanson 360-652-3272 AEROBICS FOR THE OLDER ADULT: Come and work out to ‘Sweating to the Oldies with Richard Simmons’ on video. No sign-ups; just drop in. Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. -9:45a.m. BODY BASICS FOR SENIORS: A unique class that combines stretching, muscle strength and toning, balance, flexibility and specialized breathing techniques that work each part of the body individually as well as the whole for an optimum workout. This class is noted for the laughter, fun, friendship and sense of community its students share from the very first day. Become part of the Body Basics “family. Based on the soon to be published, “Body Basics for Seniors” by Jeanne Reynolds taking the best routines from over 30 years studying and teaching experience. Jeanne Reynolds Call to Register: 425-773-4119. Thursdays 9:30-10:30am. BOOK CLUB: Join us for a lively discussion. First Wednesday of each month, 2:30 3:30pm. Call Cathryn Hodl at 360-387-9603 if you have questions. January only! — meeting from 1:30-2:30p.m. Read in January for discussion in February May the Road Rise Up to Meet You Read in February for discussion in March The Kitchen House BRIDGE, DUPLICATE: Thursdays 12:30-4:00pm. Contact is: Myrna Corcoran at 360-387-8840 BRIDGE, PARTY: Mondays 12:30-4:00pm. Contact: Vicki Kolbe, 360-631-5089 Fridays 12:00-3:00pm. Contact: Rob Cash 360-387-4923 CAMANO ARTS ASSOCIATION: The first Wednesday of every month, 6:00-8:00pm. A different topic every month. Contact: Marilyn Crandall 360-387-4868. CRIBBAGE: Fridays, 12:30-3:00pm. Contact is Mimi Van Benthuysen at 360-387 -4036. CULINARY ARTS SOCIETY: Social time, demonstrations, cooking contests, and plenty more. 2nd Wednesday of the Month 6:008:30pm. Contact Sandy Schumacher at 360301-6306 for more information. COMPUTER CLASSES: Remember to bring your laptop, smart phone or tablet to class. Free for Center Members Registration not required. Tuesdays 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. DOWN-TO-EARTH GARDENERS: A group of people who meet to share gardening expertise and to pass on knowledge to new gardeners. This group also helps maintain the grounds at the Center. Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 10am. Contact LaLee Burrill 360-387-3122. FRENCH CLASS: Mondays, 12:30-1:30. Advanced students may stay after until 2:00pm for French Conversation. Taught by Nicole who is French! Drop-in; no registration required. Call Nicole at 360-387-2994 if you have questions. FIT AND FUNCTIONAL: Tuesday and Thursday 2:00-2:50 p.m. A fun 50 minute group training circuit designed around 7 different movement patterns using a variety of exercises that work on core strength, flexibility and balance. You will receive individualized attention during the progression of the program. At any fitness level expect to gain improvement in performing activities with ease feeling more energetic through your day. $10 drop in $68 unlimited Monthly Pass ($8.50 per class). Instructors: Ginny Spooner 360-820-5960 or Jill Jansen 425-327-7995. HANDCRAFTERS: Sewing and craft projects benefit the Center. Meets the 2nd and 4th Friday, 9:30am-12:00pm. Contact is Helen McHugh at 360-387-2813. HAND AND FOOT CANASTA: Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00pm. Contact is Irene Bergstrom at 360-387-7798. LIVE WELL NOW: Taking step to better health. Classes begin on January 8th. Tuesdays 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. Program runs in 10 week cycles. Lose weight and lower risk for disease by learning to eat healthier, move more, and manage stress. Program led by Laura DeFreese, trained and certified Lifestyle Health Coach. Cost is $195. Senior discounts available. For more information or to register contact Laura 425-239-2135. MAH JONGG: Mondays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact Martha Hale at 360-387-8949. NEEDLEWORK GROUP: Open to all levels of experience. Bring whatever you’re working on. Tuesdays from 10:00am-12:00pm. Contact Mary at 360-387-6958 for more information. PINOCHLE: Mondays, 12:30-3:30pm. Contact is Deanne Roth at 360-629-3329. QUILTING: Quilting Open Sew; drop in and bring whatever you’re working on. Fourth Thursdays, 3:30-8:00pm. Call Joan Huehnerhoff at 360-652-1600 for more information INTRODUCTION TO QUILTING CLASS; fourth Thursdays, 5:00-8:00pm. Call Joan Huehnerhoff at 360-652-1600 for more information about the quilting group or class. RECYCLING WORKSHOP: The third Wednesday of each month from 10:0011:30am. Pick-up recycling, free drop off locations, and much more will be discussed. Bring a recyclable item you have questions about if you like! Contact Tamara Drake at 425-344-8544 for more information. S ENIOR T ENNIS : Men’s: Mondays/ Wednesdays/Fridays, 8:00am-11:00am. Call Chuck Ruscha, 360-387-8269. Women’s: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:0011:00am. Call Marilyn Grosjean at 360-5724286. SPANISH CLASS: Fridays, 9:00-10:30 a.m. A new session will start February 5 for all that are interested in starting at the beginning of the course. Drop in to learn some Spanish or brush up your skills. Contact Paul Johnson at 360-5724286 or paulemanueljohnson@gmail.com if you have questions. STRETCH AND RELEASE: Tuesday and Thursday 3:00-3:30 p.m. A 30 min class that instructs you through self-massage techniques to release the muscles around the joint following with Active Isolated stretching, to strengthen and increases your range of motion. $6.50 drop in $40 unlimited Monthly Pass ($5.00 per class). Instructors: Ginny Spooner 360-8205960 or Jill Jansen 425-327-7995. T’AI CHI: What do you want? Better balance, improved circulation, improved memory, lower blood pressure, relief from the effects of arthritis, neuropathy, Type Two Diabetes, help in the prevention of Alzheimer’s and Dementia and increased energy and vitality. Then you want T’ai Chi taught by Jeanne Reynolds with over thirty years teaching experience. Jeanne Reynolds, Certified Instructor Call to Register: 425.773.4119. Tuesday 9:30 a.m. —10:30 a.m. TRAVEL TALK: Second Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:00 p.m. Travel Talk is on holiday until spring 2016. We will keep you posted on up coming discussions. WATERCOLORS: Drop in and paint with other watercolor artists. Must bring your own supplies. Every Friday 9:30am-1:00pm. Call Margie Ridley at 360-420-1010 for more information. YOGA: Lift/Strength & Conditioning: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:45-7:45am. Rise 'n' shine with us early in the morning as we have fun adding to our muscle mass and bone density! Instructor is Carol Pope at 425-344-9505 or carol@openthegift.org. $60 12-class punch card; $54 if member of the Center. Yoga Pilates Fusion: Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:50-8:50am. Two beneficial mind-body practices that increase flexibility, balance and strength! Instructor is Carol Pope at 425344-9505 or carol@openthegift.org. $60 12class punch card; $54 if member of the Center. ZUMBA: Zumba Fitness, Mondays, 5:30 to 6:30pm. An invigorating workout to rhythmic music. Build strength and get fit while meeting new friends. First class is free. Drop in $7 per class. With punch card, as low as $6.10 per class. ZUMBA GOLD: A lower intensity, more moderate format. Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm. For more information on Zumba Fitness or Zumba Gold contact Sheri Fey at 425-314-8966. First class is free. Drop in $7 per class. With punch card, as low as $6.10 per class. Camano Connections Page 7 Happy New Year! Looking for something new and fun for 2016? Join us at Camano Center for Singles Game Night! This new monthly offering will begin Thursday January 21st from 6 to 8 in the evening. Come out and enjoy a little food, fun social time, and a lively game of Bunco. Please bring an appetizer to share. Call the Camano Center @360 387‐0222 to RSVP. Hope to see you there! Live Well Now Taking Steps Toward Better Health Cost is $195. Senior discounts available. Move More and Eat Better—The why, the what and the how of a healthier lifestyle. Wednesday, January 13th 10:00—11:00a.m. What are you Drinking—Learn the impor‐ tance of water and the dangers of sweet‐ ened beverages. Wednesday, January 27th 10:00 —11:00 a.m. Registration Information: Classes led by Laura DeFreese a trained and certified Lifestyle Health coach. Classes held every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Camano Center. Cost: Individual $10— Couples $15 Laura DeFreese 425‐239‐2135 Lose weight and lower risk for disease by learning to eat healthier, move more, and manage stress. Program led by Laura De‐ Freese, trained and certified Lifestyle Health The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is designed espeCoach. cially for drivers age 50 and older. Safe Driving Course For more information or to register contact Laura DeFreese 425‐239‐2135 Recycling Workshop Wednesday January 20, 2015 The third Wednesday of each month from 10:00 -11:30am. Pick-up recycling, free drop off locations, and much more will be discussed. Bring a recyclable item you have questions about if you like! Fit and Functional Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00 p.m.—2:50 p.m. Special Health Classes presented by Live Well Now. Taking step to better health. Classes begin on Group or multi‐class discounts available upon request. January 8th. Fridays 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. For more information or to register contact Program runs in 10 week cycles. Two New Fitness Classes A fun 50 minute group training circuit de‐ signed around 7 different movement pat‐ terns using a variety of exercises that work on core strength, flexibility and balance. Begins in January. $10 drop in $68 unlimited Monthly Pass ($8.50 per class). Stretch and Release Tuesdays and Thursday 3:00 p.m. —3:30 p.m. A 30 min class that instructs you through self‐massage techniques to release the muscles around the joint following with Active Isolated stretching, to strengthen and increases your range of motion. Be‐ gins in January. $6.50 drop in $40 unlimited Monthly Pass ($5.00 per class). Instructors Ginny Spooner 360‐820‐5960 Jill Jansen 425‐327‐7995 Kitchen & Lunchroom Volunteers Needed Mondays —Wednesdays—Fridays 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 8 hour course. Please bring sack lunch. AARP Members $15 Non‐AARP Members $20. Register with the Center. Pay Instructor. Bring a sack lunch. Thursday, Jan 14 9:00 am —5:30 p.m. Thursday Mar 12 9:00 am —5:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help serve lunch and clean up after lunch is over. Contact Nancy Monday, Wednesday or Friday at the Camano Center 360‐387‐0222 Computer Classes—Now Every Tuesday 10:00a.m —11:00 a.m. Call Tamara Drake 425-344-8544 for more information Earthquake & Preparedness Workshop Tuesday January 5th 4‐6 p.m. For more information email bswander44@gmail.com Left to Right: Lois Anderson Marie Johnson, Vernon Johnson, Peggy Black, Dick Black and Instructor Derek Furman Camano Connections Page 8 January 2016 More actives listed on pages 6 & 7 with description and group contact information. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 4 Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:30am-12:30pm LUNCH 11:45am Pinochle 12:30-3:30pm Party Bridge 12:30-4:00pm French Class 12:30-1:30pm French Conversation 1:30-2:00pm Zumba Gold 4:00-5:00pm Zumba 5:30-6:30pm Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:30am-12:30pm Down to Earth Gardeners 10:0012:00pm LUNCH 11:45am French Class 12:30-1:30pm French Conversation 1:30-2:00pm Pinochle 12:30-3:30pm Party Bridge 12:30-4:00pm Zumba Gold 4:00-5:00pm Zumba 5:30-6:30pm Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:30am-12:30pm NO LUNCH SERVICE French Class 12:30-1:30pm French Conversation 1:30-2:00pm Pinochle 12:30-3:30pm Party Bridge 12:30-4:00pm Zumba Gold 4:00-5:00pm Zumba 5:30-6:30pm 25/31 Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:30am-12:30pm LUNCH 11:45am French Class 12:30-1:30pm French Conversation 1:30-2:00pm Pinochle 12:30-3:30pm Party Bridge 12:30-4:00pm Zumba Gold 4:00-5:00pm Zumba 5:30-6:30pm Yoga 6:45-7:45a.m. Yoga 7:50-8:50a.m. Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00a.m. T’ai Chi 9:30-10:30a.m. Computer Class 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Needlework 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Acrylics 10:30a.m.-1:00p.m. Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Yoga 6:45-7:45am Yoga 7:50-8:50am Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00am T’ai Chi 9:30-10:30am Computer Class 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Needlework 10:00am-12:00pm Acrylics 10:30am-1:00pm Travel Talk 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30p.m. Yoga 6:45-7:45am Yoga 7:50-8:50am Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00am T’ai Chi 9:30-10:30am Computer Class 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Needlework 10:00am-12:00pm Acrylics 10:30am-1:00pm Memory Loss Support 2:00-3:30pm Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. FICOM 4:00-5:00pm 26 Yoga 6:45-7:45a.m. Yoga 7:50-8:50a.m. Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00a.m. T’ai Chi 9:30-10:30a.m. Computer Class 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Needlework 10:00am-12:00pm Acrylics 10:30a.m.-1:00p.m Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Foot Clinic 8:30am-3:30pm Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg Party 10:00am-12:30pm LUNCH 11:45am Hand & Foot 1:00-2:00pm Book Club 1:30-3:30 (Jan. only) Camano Arts Association 6:00-8:00pm Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Foot Clinic 8:30am-3:30pm Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:00am-12:30pm Yoga 6:45-7:45am Yoga 7:50-8:50am Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00am Adult Day 9:00-3:00 pm Body Basics for Seniors 9:30-10:30am Duplicate Bridge 12:30-4:00pm Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Yoga 6:45-7:45am Yoga 7:50-8:50am Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00am AARP Driving Course 9:00 a.m.—5:30 p.m. Taking Steps to Better Health 10:00–11:00am Body Basics for Seniors 9:30-10:30am Foot Clinic 10:30am-3:30pm Duplicate Bridge 12:30-4:00pm LUNCH 11:45 a.m. Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Hand & Foot 1:00-3:00pm Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Culinary Arts Society 6:00-8:30pm Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Recycling Workshop 10:00-11:30am New Member Lunch 11:00am-1:00p Themed Lunch Reservations Required 11:45am Hand & Foot 1:00-3:00pm Yoga 6:45-7:45am Yoga 7:50-8:50am Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00am Body Basics for Seniors 9:30-10:30am Adult Day Program 10:00am-2:00pm Duplicate Bridge 12:30-4:00pm Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Men's’ Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Spanish Class 9:00-10:30am Handcrafters 9:30am-12:00pm Watercolors 9:30am-1:00pm LUNCH 11:45am Party Bridge 12:00-3:00pm Cribbage 12:30-3:00pm Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Spanish Class 9:00-10:30am Watercolors 9:30am-1:00pm LUNCH 11:45am Party Bridge 12:00-3:00pm Cribbage 12:30-3:00pm Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Spanish Class 9:00-10:30am Handcrafters 9:30am-12:00pm Watercolors 9:30am-1:00pm LUNCH 11:45am Party Bridge 12:00-3:00pm Cribbage 12:30-3:00pm Jazz at the Center with Kareem Kandi and Stephanie Porter 7‐9p.m. Singles Night at the Center 6‐8PM 27 Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Foot Clinic 8:30am-3:30pm Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Mah Jongg 9:00am-12:30pm 28 Yoga 6:45-7:45am Yoga 7:50-8:50am CSSA Board 8:00-10:00 Women’s Tennis 9:00-11:00am Taking Steps to Better Health 10:00–11:00am Body Basics for Seniors 9:30-10:30am LUNCH 11:45am Duplicate Bridge 12:00-4:00pm Hand & Foot 1:00-3:00pm Fit & Functional 2:00 p.m. 2:50 p.m. Stretch & Release 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Quilting Open Sew 3:30-8:00pm Quilting Class 5:00-8:00pm 29 Men’s Tennis 8:00-11:00am Senior Aerobics 9:00-9:45am Spanish Class 9:00-10:30am Watercolors 9:30am-1:00pm LUNCH 11:45am Party Bridge 12:00-3:00pm Cribbage 12:30-3:00pm T’ai Chi - Looking for Better Balance? A re you looking to gain better balance? So many seniors are seeking a form of exercise that addresses that need and many other issues of the health and fitness of those of us who are over sixty years old. Jeanne Reynolds has found the need for better balance to be a consistent concern of the majority of seniors. There is one form of movement that over time has shown to be the most effective tool in the fitness box for bringing improved balance – it is the practice of T’ai Chi. After just three months of weekly classes most students discover not only better balance but also many of the other benefits that years of research have confirmed. Stanford, Harvard, John Hopkins, South Florida and other universities and research facilities have discovered, from years of investigation, the positive effects from the practice of T’ai Chi in addressing such issues as complete reversal of Type Two Diabetes, Neuropathy, Relief from Arthritis, Weight Management, Lower Blood Pressure, improved circulation, stress reduction and the most recent studies showing improved memory and prevention of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Jeanne Reynolds, a certified instructor, is currently offering T’ai Chi classes at the Camano Island Center every Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. She also instructs a class, Body Basics for Seniors at Camano Island Center every Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. Her book, “Body Basics for Seniors” will be published in the spring of 2016. Both classes are based on over thirty years of teaching experience. She has taught at senior centers, athletic and tennis clubs, corporations, hospitals, engineering faculty at Stanford University, California State Board of Psychiatrists, a Washington State Labor Agency, and Skagit Valley College. Jeanne Reynolds has observed the multiple benefits of the practice of T’ai Chi for seniors at any age – it is never too late to begin - for greater energy and fitness, and for a youthful and vital attitude toward improved and sustained health and wellness. Jeanne Reynolds’ DVD, “T’ai Chi for Relaxation and Health” is available on Amazon.com. Holiday Craft & Gift Bazaar T he Camano Center Holiday Craft & Gift Bazaar, November 21st, was a great success! Over 50 Vendors displayed their handmade arts and crafts for a one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience. Close to 1,000 people made their way through the Center that Saturday enjoying the festive event. Many Camano Center supporters brought delicious baked goods to sell at our bake sale that was completely sold out by 3:00 PM! The bake sale brought in over $500 for the Center. Thank you to all of you who spent time baking and wrapping special holiday treats for the sale. A huge thank you to the Handcrafter Group ($267.00) and Bernie Mallory ($200), with the Needlework Group, who both donated the profits from the sales at their booths at the Camano Connections Page 9 Craft Bazaar to help support the Camano Center! A warm THANK YOU to all of the volunteers who helped the event run smoothly. The café, bake sale and front desk were all very dependent on your volunteer time and energy! Karen Conway Assistant Director Camano Connections Page 10 Catering Available! Drought Resilience with Native Plants H ow much time and energy did you spend watering your yard last summer? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a drought-resilient landscape? Several choices exist for creating a beautiful yard that can withstand weather extremes, and one option is planting native plants. Are you interested in holding a breakfast business meeting? Are you planning a wedding, anniversary or birthday party? Contact Adin at the Center! Adin is our Hospitality Coordinator and will do a superb job of catering for any occasion! Call 360-387-0222 Tuesday and Thursdays 11-3 p.m. Plants thrive where the sun shines enough, the soil provides the right nutrients, and the rains come often enough at the right times of the year for each kind of plant. Native plants have adapted to local conditions (climate, soil, native animals) over many generations, and are better able to handle extreme weather events like the 2015 summer drought. Some younger native trees and shrubs didn’t survive that summer, but most did without any help from us. Would you like to have that kind of resilience in your landscape? Not to mention beauty and attractiveness to birds and pollinators? Native plants are available from some local nurseries, conservation districts, Washington Native Plant Society sales, and Master Gardener plant sales. Plant them in spring or fall when the rains are falling. Bare-root plants (young plants without soil around their roots) will be available soon and should be planted within a week of being brought home. These are generally less expensive than container plants. Medical Drivers Needed When choosing native plants, do a little research on where they like to live (see Resources below). Do they like rocky, sandy or clay-like Volunteers are needed to drive Ca‐ soil? We have all on Camano (thanks, glaciers!). Dig around in the area where you would mano Island seniors to medical ap‐ like to put a native plant – you may have a patch pointments. We have a desperate of sandy soil that a moisture-loving twinberry need for drivers willing to drive to Se‐ wouldn’t like. Choose plants that will be happy with the conditions they’ll find when planted in attle. There is a mileage reimburse‐ the spots you’ve chosen in your yard. A few tips ment. to remember: Plant with the mature size of the species in Contact Connie mind. Monday through Thursday 1:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. at the Camano Center 360‐387‐0222 Regularly water your new native plants for the first 2 – 3 years during dry periods to help them establish strong root systems. (A rain barrel or cistern could help with this.) Wean your native plants off of regular waterings after the first couple of years. Protect your native plants from deer and rabbits until they are large enough to withstand nibbling and rubbing. Plant with care around your septic drain field. If you would like to add native plants near or over your drain field, contact Island County (on Camano: 360-387-3443) for a brochure entitled “Landscaping Your Septic System”. Resources A great resource for learning about native plants and a few upcoming native plant sales. Everything native plants: Plant descriptions, pictures, how-to articles, and sample landscaping plans can be found on the King County Native Plant Guide website: https:// green2.kingcounty.gov/gonative/Index.aspx Snohomish Conservation District (SCD): Saturday February 27th in Monroe. You may preorder online: http://www.theplantsale.org/ SCD also sells rain barrel kits and plant protectors. Planting guides for bare-root and live stake plants are found at the bottom of the plant sale web page. Skagit Conservation District: most likely March 2016. Call 360-428-4313 for more information. Salal Chapter of the WA Native Plant Society: April 30th in Mount Vernon. Email nativegarden@fidalgo.net for more information. Kathryn Wells Snohomish Conservation District VOLUNTEER APPLICATION Name:__________________________________________ Date of Birth _____________________ Mailing Address:__________________________________________________________________ City:________________________________ State:_____________ Zip: ___________________ Phone: _______________________________________ E-mail________________________________________ Do you prefer to be contacted by e-mail, phone, or text? ________________________________ Availability: ______morning Monday Meals On Wheels Delivery Drivers Needed! Mondays—Wednesdays —Fridays Call the Center for more Information 360‐387‐0222 Or Stop by for a volunteer application. 606 Arrowhead Road ______afternoon Tuesday Wednesday ________evening Thursday Friday _______weekends Saturday Please call Karen at 360-387-0222 to help with the following: Dinners Dances Women’s Expo Crab Dash Fun Run Car Show Baking for Craft Show Afternoon with Santa Advisory/Board Front Office Handcrafters Newsletter Prep Nutrition Program Meals on Wheels Medical Ride Driver Thrift Shop Tax Preparation Handy Helper; assist with a wide variety of projects Disaster Buddy Suggestion; _____________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for offering your time and talents. The Center could not operate without the generosity and commitment of our amazing volunteers! Camano Connections Page 11 Membership and Volunteers Alan Marsh Amanda Bladek Carl Lenander III Carol Stillian Christie Connors Craig and Rose Olson Ginny Berube India Nishi Jerry Higley Jessica Travis Jill Johnstone Jay and Karla Jacks Kathy Gascoigne Ken and Kendall Faragher Mark and Kim Williams Martha Huyler Mary Beckham Mary Jennings Melanie Sobotta Myrna Corcoran Paul Savoie Pamela Kindelberger Pamela Pritzl Rae Ellen Holman Raleigh and Sandy Stein Randy and Marla Heagle Rebecca Tiland Ruth Roberts Sharon Schaeffer Terri Bomgardner William Zingarelli Windermere Real Estate/CIR Russell Schustek MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION FORM CAMANO CENTER 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island, WA 98282 Name: ________________________________ Karen Conway Assistant Director The Next New Member Orientation Lunch is January 20, 2016 O n Wednesday, January 16th, Karen Conway will host our next new member orientation lunch. We would like to acquaint you with the Camano Center. Enjoy a wonderful lunch and let us show you around the Center, provide information on our activities, and discuss the many volunteer opportunities. Orientation will begin at 11:00 and lunch will be served at noon. New members please call us at 360-387-0222 at least 24 hours in advance so we can prepare. Birthdate: ________________ Pre-retirement or Current Occupation: __________________________________ Name:_________________________________ _________________ Birthdate: Pre-retirement or Current Occupation: __________________________________ Address:__________________________________________________________ Phone:___________________ Email:__________________________________ Emergency Contact Name _____________________ Phone ________________ Would you be willing to volunteer to help with ONE fundraiser? [ ] YES [ ] NO PLEASE CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX BELOW: 1-year membership 3-year membership Individual [ ] $30 [ ] $80 Family [ ] $50 [ ] $140 5 -year membership [ ] $125 [ ] $200 For Office Use Only: [ ] New [ ] Renewal Method of Payment: [ ]Change of Address Date: December’s New Member Orientation and Lunch Group Sallie and Robert Blank Warren Phillips Ron Slott Marc Rveckert Roseanne Gibson Doug Tippett Charles and Maria Schweizer Barbara Graf Caroline Patrick Murl and Karen Leibrecht Vic and Lisa Kepler Isabell Andrews Vickie Stanfield George and Emmie Umbright Camano Connections Page 12 Day Trips Join us on our day trips! THURSDAY, JANUARY 28 MY FAIR LADY “Wouldn’t It Be Lovely?” to enjoy one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time not quite, but almost “On The Street Where You Live”? - Village Theatre, Everett) To be followed by dinner by the water at Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant. Group Discount on play if we have 10 signed up by December 10! Discount on dinner at Lombardi’s with each ticket purchased! Tickets & Transportation – Pay for Dinner on your own. Price with discount: Members $70 / non-members $77 Price without discount: Members $80 / non-members $88 SIGN UP NOW SIGN UP THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 FLYBY JAN. 26 ING HERITAGE COLLECTION Paine Field "Inside the B-25" After a fun & flavorful dining experience at one of our favorites, the vintage-themed cafe, "One Twelve Street Diner," join FHC Aviation Curator Cory Graff from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM as he outlines the importance of the B-25. Visitors are allowed to examine this example closer than they ever have before. Climb inside FHC's iconic B-25J Mitchell medium bomber, a World War II legend because of its service in the Pacific, from the Doolittle Raid through the bombing of the Japanese home islands. Purchase Admission on your own. TICKETS: Adults - $14; Seniors (65+) - $12; Military $12; Youths (6-17) - $10; Children (5 and under) - Free AAA discount available. Members $19/ Non-members $24 Transportation only WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 SIGN UP NORTHWEST FLOWER AND BY FEB. 03 GARDEN SHOW THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 SIGN UP BY FEB. 03 NORTHWEST FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW Two trips. Washington State Convention Center. Your gardening desires will blossom when you gaze at the spectacular Show Gardens, created by the most respected garden designers and landscapers of the region. No matter your style or needs, you'll find inspiration for outdoor living, edible gardening, sustainability, and more. Over 300 exhibitors. Buy new plants or unique hand-crafted wares, savor delicious specialty foods, or find that special piece of furniture or art to grace your garden. Aisle after aisle of fresh gear and outstanding services, including a Plant Market, Vintage Garden Market and Garden Gallery. Purchase Admission on your own. Members $25 /Non-members $30 Transportation only FRIDAY, MARCH 11, QUILTERS SIGN UP ANONYMOUS 35th Annual MonBY FEB. 24 roe Quilt Show & Western Historical Center & Lunch Something for Everyone! Over 500 quilts in a dozen different categories, ranging from traditional styles to art quilts and other innovative designs. Quilts, fabrics, and other quilt-related goods will be available for purchase from the vendors in the merchant mall. Free demonstrations of various quilt -making techniques will be offered throughout each day and guests also have the chance to make blocks for our charity quilt projects. Western Heritage Center. One of the most comprehensive interactive museums of mining, logging, agricultural and early life in the Pacific Northwest. Railroad Exhibits. Visit the model rail road layout and examples of how steam and diesel technology played a major part in the development of the Snohomish River valley. - Purchase admission on your own. Quilt Show $8 Museum Free. Members $21 / Non-members $26 Transportation only Important Notes Please check our website, our Facebook page, and our bulletin board at the Center for updates on trips, and to see if any new trips have been added! Please let Connie know if you have any ideas for trip destinations. Keep in mind that all trips must be planned well in advance to meet advertising deadlines. Theater and Cruise trips usually must be planned at least two months in advance. REMEMBER – both the Bus (seats 14) and the Van (seats 6) are available for Charters for trips that you and your friends especially want to take. Call Connie at 360-387-0222 between 2-8pm, Monday through Thursday, for more information about trips, if you have questions about trips, if you have suggestions for trip destinations, or to schedule a charter for your group. Trip Policies DAY TRIPS: You may make a reservation by phone, mail, or in person. We accept cash, check, VISA and MasterCard. Trips are open to the public of all ages. UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, your reservation must be paid 14 DAYS prior to departure date. Reservations made less than two weeks prior to the trip must be paid in full at the time of the reservation. TICKETED EVENTS: UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, trips requiring the Center to purchase a ticket as part of the trip package must be paid in full BEFORE TICKETS ARE ORDERED. TIPPING: A tip may be collected for the driver. You are responsible for tipping at restaurants when eating on your own. REFUNDS: If you cancel after you have paid for the trip it is NON-REFUNDABLE. If there is a Wait List for the trip and we are able to book your cancelled seat we will issue you a refund. If the Camano Center cancels a trip you will receive a FULL REFUND. Connie Johnson Trip Coordinator Bill Bowe Fleet Manager SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SHEN SIGN UP YUN Experience the Arts ConBY JAN. 30 necting Heaven & Earth! McCaw Hall, Seattle. See for yourself why Shen Yun is leaving millions around the world in awe. Known today as China, this place was once called “the Land of the Divine.” Shen Yun brings the profound spirit of this lost civilization to life on stage with unrivaled artistic mastery. Banned in communist China today, the non-profit Shen Yun is dedicated to reviving 5,000 years of divinely inspired civilization. 2:00 PM Matinee MEMBERS $140 /Non-members $154 Call for more information: Connie M-F 1:00 PM-8:00 PM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 A DAY IN LACONNER. Tired of the dark & dreary? Surround yourself with colorful quilts, unique Northwest art, and local history. Then, treat yourself to lunch at Nell Thorn’s! Choose your museum experience (one or all): Museum of Northwest Art - Quilt & Textile Museum - Skagit Historical Museum. Or just browse the many specialty shops. Pay for Museum Admissions & Lunch on your own. Members $19 / $24 non-members Transportation only Congratulations to: Alice Riddle Winner of the November trip of Your Choice (Transportation Only) Drawing! ENTER TO WIN! A “Transportation ONLY” Trip of your choice! Drop by the Front Desk to enter our Monthly Drawing! During the winter months we'll be sticking closer to home for most of Camano Center's Day Trips, due to the potential driving hazards associated with winter weather. Fewer trips to the Seattle/Tacoma area means that you will have a chance to discover more of what's available closer to home. We have so many great places to enjoy in our area. Excellent smaller museums: The Skagit Historical Museum, Northwest Art Museum, and La Conner Quilt Museum, to name a few. Intimate theatres with a variety of performance options: Mount Baker Theater, Village Theater, Historic Everett Theater, and Lincoln Theater. Shop with us at one of nearby malls (Alderwood, Cascade, Northgate, etc.), including lunch at one of the many fine restaurants in the area. Try something new, like the Hibulb Cultural Center, or the Pilchuck School of Glass, or maybe an old favorite, like Fairhaven Historic District in Bellingham. Remember, wherever we go, we have fun! Looking forward to seeing you on one or all of our 2016 trips! Connie Johnson Trip Coordinator Camano Connections Page 13 2nd Chance Monday‐‐Saturday 10:00‐ 4:00 p.m. Closed Sundays 360‐629‐6142 Donation Form Donations Tax Deductible Federal Tax ID# 91-1172309 The Center relies on contributions from our generous donors. Memorial Tile Order Form General Fund Duanne Simshauser Bernadette Mallory Patrick Clark & Carol Hoeksema Paul & Constance Moll Sue Simonson Betty Casjens Richard Huey Randy & Marla Heagle Windermere George & Bonnie Llewellyn Jim & Betsy Shields Please complete and return with your donation of $200 or more if you would like to have a memorial tile placed on our amphitheater wall. I wish to donate $____________ to the Camano Center. For my gift of $200 or more, I understand I am to receive a single memorial tile engraved with up to 16 (sixteen) characters, letters and spaces per line. Each tile comes with up to 3 (three) lines. PLEASE PRINT Line 1: ______________________________________________________________________ Building Fund Line 2: ______________________________________________________________________ Greg & Kathleen McKee Craig & Rose Olson Bill & Camill Yeend Ray & Joan Cresap Line 3: ______________________________________________________________________ Your Name : _________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip Code: __________________________________________________________ Thank you to everyone who donates to the Thrift Shop Expansion Fund jars at the Center and at the Thrift Shop, and to everyone who donates merchandise to the Thrift Shop, books to the lending library and medical equipment to the medical supply lending closet. We appreciate every donation! Telephone : __________________________________________________________________ If tile is in memory of a loved one, I request that you send an acknowledgment to: Name :_______________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip Code: ______________________ __________________________________ Camano Center is a not-for-profit, 501 (c) 3 organization. Your gift is not only tax deductible, but will allow for on-going services for seniors, the disabled and the community for years to come. Thank you for your generosity. Camano Connections Page 14 Volunteer Open House H oliday Cheer prevailed at the Volunteer Open House. In December the Center hosted an informal holiday get-together for the volunteers from the Center and Thrift Shop. Stuffed mush- rooms, a beautiful meat and cheese platter, champagne cocktails were on the menu. Lots of laughter and good times were had by all. Classified Free for Center Members Only Current members of the Camano Center receive free use of the classified section of the Camano Connections for selling personal items. The section is not for business use. Call or stop in to place your ad. Deadline is the 10th of each month. dows. Disassembled you pick up. 360-652-7211 GRUNDFOS Self Priming multistage water pressure pump. 50hz Model #96860195 Needs seal replaced. Stand and manual included. FOR SALE: Hover Round and NEWER DOWER LIFT CHAIR Hover Lift $1500 OBO. 425-508Beige. Gently used. Great shape. 0114. Leave message. Call re$250 OBO. Call with Questions turned after 4:30 p.m. 360-387-3414. I WOULD like to share gardening 1890’S OAK Mission Style 42” experience with other gardeners. Dining Table with w leaves & Call Bjorn if interested. 360-387china hutch. $950. Call Sandy 360- 1441. 387-6500. 3 QUEEN SIZE bed spreads w/shams/ POOL TABLE 4’x 8’. Heavy. You patchwork quilt celery gr. $50. Cuspick up. tom spread w/ruffle green/pink. $50. Spread amethyst color $25. All 3 NICE 16’ SECTIONAL wooden ga- $100 360-926-8340. rage door with 1/2 HP motor and all hardware. Good condition. 2 win- Camano Connections Page 15 Advertising January 5 January 20 January 21 January 30 February 6 February 17 March 16 April 30 May 7 Non-profit US Postage PAID Permit #119 Stanwood, WA 98292 January 2016 Postmaster: Deliver to addressee or current resident 606 Arrowhead Road Camano Island, WA 98282 (360) 387-0222 Camano Senior Services Association Camano Connections Earthquake & Preparedness Workshop Jazz at the Center-Kareem Kandi Trio w/Stephanie Porter Singles Game Night Dance w/ Camano Junction Monte Carlo Night Jazz at the Center-Miles Black Trio Jazz at the Center-Thomas Marriott Quartet Women’s Expo Sock Hop Lynne C Ayers Stanwood Camano Food Bank Services Interim Executive Director items that you aren’t currently using or have forgotten about and give them a new lease on life with a family that will appreciate the warmth and coverage. Items can be dropped off at the Stanwood Camano Food Bank, Stanwood Camano Thrift Store (be sure to say it’s for the Food Bank Cold Weather Emergency Kits), or the Camano Center. Thank you for your support. The Down To Earth Gardeners were hard at work in December preparing holiday bouquets. They prepared twenty-four beautiful arrangements that were delivered to the recipients of Meals on Wheels. Cold Weather Emergency Kits Down to Earth Gardeners Spreading Holiday Cheer T h e Stanwood Camano Food Bank is seeking donations for our “Cold Weather Emergency Kits”. Many people in our community have limited access to consistent heat and shelter. We desperately need to restock our shelves with the following gently used or new items: warm blankets, tents, sleeping bags, hand/ foot warmers, etc. We provide these items free of charge to clients who ask for help. Search your garage, closets, storage units for