July 2015 - City of Urbandale

Volume 2 Issue 3
JUNE-JULY 2015
Urbandale
Senior Recreation News
www.Urbandaleseniors.org
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Recrea&on Center Thank You!
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Donations, Donations!!
Thanks to your generous donations during the
March fitness equipment drive, the center raised over
$1200 for the fitness program. The best part is that
you showed how much you appreciate the quality of
classes provided at Urbandale Senior Recreation
Center!
The “Cake Box” collected more than $230 dollars
in donations during the bake-less bake sale. The
donated funds will be used to enhance programs and
special events. Thank you!
The mini-golf Invitational was a
huge success with more than 25
boxes of personal care items donated by our Center members and Urbandale City Department employees
to the Urbandale Food Pantry. Way
to Go!! As Elvis would say:
“Thank you, thank you very very much!”
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Special dates to know:
• Planning Committee Meetings:
12:30 pm Thursday, June 11
and Tuesday, July 14
• Advisory Board Meeting:
4:15 pm, Thursday, July 16
• Father’s Day: June 21
• Center Closed July 3
• Independence Day: July 4
Featured Volunteers
All of you Monday-Tuesday-Thursday fitness members know these two ladies.
Darlene Bartlett has been setting up the room for
morning fitness classes since 2002. She has seen the
class grow from 8-10 participants to over 70 on some
days today. Dee Dalbey now joins Darlene in hauling
in the stage, setting up the chairs and ensuring everything is put back for the remainder of the days activities. Thanks to you gals for making live easier for all of us!! Next time you
see Darlene or Dee, give them a big smile and a “Thank you, Girlfriend!!”
Reminder—Nominations Please!
In each newsletter we will feature a volunteer selected from nominations
received from center members. Please take a moment to pick up a nomination form from the office and nominate someone who helps make the
center a better place. *Please let us know why you are nominating the
individual!
7305 Aurora Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322 * 515-278-3907 * Fax: 515– 331-6854 * Email: seniorcenter@urbandale.org
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For Your Information….
Meals
Computer Lab
A balanced meal is served on Mondays, Tuesdays and
Thursdays. The meal is served at 12:00 noon
and the fee is $2.50. Reservations must be made by
1:00 p.m. the business day prior to the meal. (Monday
reservations must be made by 12:00 p.m. Friday). If
possible, the same observance should be followed for
cancellations.
The computer lab is available for independent use
during regular center hours, unless there is a class or
seminar in session (please call ahead or check
schedule). An Internet connection is available.
Transportation
Urbandale residents may call the Caring Corps at
278-3999, for assistance with transportation.
Visual Assistance
A magnifier with a 20” monitor is available for
personal use by anyone needing visual assistance with
personal correspondence or other reading material.
MySeniorCenter
Our center requires a basic information
form to be completed by everyone that attends programs & meals. If you would like to
participate in fitness classes and activities, a
physician’s release is also required annually.
Once we receive your completed form, you
will be issued a membership card to use with
the ‘My Senior Center’ touchscreens
when checking in for programs. If you do
not have a card or form on file with us,
please stop by the office and we will gladly
assist you. Your attendance matters to us!
Please Note: MySeniorCenter gives us
lots of useful statistics about who uses the
center and for what. However, it doesn’t let
us count “guests” in our numbers. If you
don’t have a membership card, please stop in
the office and we will provide you with one.
If you don’t have your card with you, please
use the blue ‘Sign In, ‘I don’t have my card’ at
the top right of the screen. Thanks!!
Fitness Room
2 treadmills, 2 NuStep cross-trainers, a recumbent
Senior Cycle and an elliptical machine are available
for use on a first-come, first-served basis. ♥ A
physician’s release is required for all fitness activities.
For your convenience….
An automatic blood pressure monitor and a digital
physicians’ scale with a BMI option are available for
use in the Nurse’s office. Please
notify staff if you need assistance.
Library
Visit our library in a cozy corner where
you can sit and read your favorite book, browse the shelves
for something new to read or quietly watch the animal life
outside the window, All books and reference materials are
available to borrow on an ‘honor system’. A big ‘Thank you’
to Marge Foss and Mavis Ketterer for serving as librarians for
the center’s library for many years. You both were invaluable
in keeping the library books filed and keeping the library current and accessible.
Welcome to Marian Sprecher and Vicki Adams and thank you
for volunteering to take over these responsibilities.
And a big “Thanks” to the Urbandale Library who recently
brought over some new books, including large print and
medical books.
Pool & Shuffleboard
Two 8’ Pool tables and a shuffleboard table are available
for first-come, first-served play Monday-Friday. Cues and
pucks are available for your convenience.
Drop-in Activities - During regular hours, the center
offers a variety of drop-in services and activities (see top of page). If there is a program you would like to
see us add, or If you would like to present a program please let the staff know. We are always looking for
new ideas!
IMPORTANT NOTICE - Due to interior building upgrades there may be program schedule changes in June.
We will do our best to give our patrons notice however, please check our website or posted notices regularly
for any notice of change.
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URBANDALE SENIOR RECREATION NEWS 3
Featured Fitness Program
Yoga
If you have attended our yoga classes , you know Keith and Margaret
Gass. Together they lead the Wednesday Yoga class, with Keith
instructing and Margaret facilitating alignment corrections, suggestions
and alternatives. What started out as moral
support for Margaret as she took the training
Margaret on the right
and to improve his flexibility, balance and
strength, evolved into Keith’s certification and
completion of YogaFit Level II and YogaFit for Seniors, along with
Margaret.
Keith
Keith says “I believe I’ve learned more from
them (my students), than they will ever learn from me.
As I look back, I’m amazed at improvements I have
seen in their poses, strength and stability.” In the future, he plans to continue teaching yoga and practicing
yoga with his wife, Margaret. Come join them on
Wednesdays. See page 6 for more information about
the class.
Contact Alex Nicholas to place an ad today!
ANicholas@4LPi.com or (800) 950-9952 x2538
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Fitness, Health & Recreation Programs
Cook for Your Health!
Health Services
UFD Blood Pressure
Clinic
Tuesdays, 6/9 & 7/14,
9:30 - 10:30 AM
Note new time!
Provided monthly by the
Urbandale Fire Department.
Accessible Home Care
Blood Pressure Clinic
Thursdays, 6/18 & 7/16,
10-11:30 AM
Visiting Nurse Services
Thursdays, 6/11 & 7/9 *
Monthly health service
including: nail trim/foot care,
blood sugar and cholesterol
testing, blood pressure.
We no longer have a provider
for the third Tuesday nail care
clinic. We will let you know if
we are able to find a replacement provider.
Zounds Hearing
Screening
Thursday, 7/16, 9 am - 1 pm
Receive a free hearing screening and visit with a professional
about your hearing. Call
278-3907 to schedule an
appointment.
*Appointment required.
Call 278-3907.
Appointments can be made
1 month in advance. Please
wait a minimum of 2 months
between appointments to
allow everyone access to
the services.
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month. Class size is limited to 10. Registraon is required. ΨϴŝŶĐůƵĚĞƐůƵŶĐŚ͘/ŶƐƚƌƵĐƚŽƌ͗/ůĚŝŬŽdŝŵŵĞƌŵĂŶ
Balance Workshop with Dr. Zach Kern
Wednesday, June 10, 1:00 p.m.
Did you know that one out of three adults age 65 and over falls each
year, and that these falls are the leading cause of injury, hospital admissions, and injury-related death among these adults? There are things
you can do to help tip the BALANCE in your favor. Dr. Kern is a
Chiropractor with almost 10 years of experience in the areas of movement and balance. His Balance Workshop is designed to give you
the tools and information necessary for you to improve your own
body balance. In the workshop, you will learn daily and weekly routines that could, quite literally, save your life. Pre-registration requested.
Heart Reach Mobile Lab
Wednesday, June 17, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Heart Reach is a unique traveling heart disease and stroke prevention
program staffed by professionals from Unity Point Health - Des
Moines. Call to make your appointment, and stop worrying if heart
attack and stroke are sneaking up on you. 1-866-935-5432
The Effects of Hearing Loss on your Brain Health
Thursday, July 9, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Woodard Hearing of Des Moines
Laurie Bennett, AuD. of Widex, will present a program on hearing
healthcare and how your hearing health is related to your overall
health, cognitive health and wellness. She’ll also present options for
diagnosing and treating hearing loss. The program will include hearing
and memory skill games and refreshments. Pre-registration requested.
Identifying & Preventing Medicare Fraud & Abuse
Thursday July 16, 12:15 p.m.
A serious problem that requires your attention!
Curt Svalstad a volunteer with the Senior Medicare Patrol Program will be here to tell us how to prevent, detect and where to report Medicare Fraud and abuse. Medicare Fraud costs taxpayers Billions of dollars each year while putting beneficiaries’ health and welfare
at risk. You play a vital role in protecting the integrity of the Medicare
Program. Curt will also speak about some other scams that are currently happening in Iowa.
Volume 2, Issue 3
URBANDALE SENIOR RECREATION NEWS 5
Special Fitness Programs
Courtesy Reminder
Bocce League Finals
Out of respect for the Instructors and
fellow participants of our fitness classes,
Come watch the final four teams of the American and
please keep conversations to a minimum
the National Leagues battle each other for the bocce ball during group classes. Thank You.
Wednesday, June 10, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
team champion. Refreshments provided. Please call to
verify date, in case of rain-outs.
Learn to play Pickle-ball !
Thursday, June 4, 1:00-3:00 pm.
(Meet at Lions Park tennis court, 71st & Prairie)
Join the growing number of people playing Pickle-ball, a lively racket game that
can be enjoyed by all ages and abilities.
Pickle-ball can be played indoors or out
and requires only a paddle and a ball to
play. Attend one or both of these
instructional sessions to learn the basics
of the game and try it for yourself!
Please pre-register at 278-3907.
Outdoor Bocce Court
The 60’ x 12’ outdoor bocce ball court is available for
first-come, first-served use during senior center hours.
Bocce sets may be checked out from the office.
Your Time Is Precious. Let Us Help You Make
The Most Of It!
Home Care Registry
*Qualified screened caregivers * From 1-24 hours a day
*Assistance with bathing, dressing, meals,
transportation and more…
515-221-1195 • www.careconsultants.com
MJ Klouda • 515-779-4320
mjklouda@ymail.com
reliableerrandsandmore.com
515-490-1882
www.completeplumbingservices.com
Jeff, Melissa, Vanessa, Marcella, Calvin Garton
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing &
Long Term Rehabilitation
200 SW Brookside Drive • Grimes, Iowa 50111
515-369-3900
Senior Housing in Adel, West Des Moines and Des Moines
One or two bedrooms. We also have affordable assisted living.
Amenities Include:
Smoke-free community • Refrigerator • Stove • Microwave
Garbage Disposal • On-site free laundry facilities • Central air/heat
515.223.0029
http://www.chihousing.com
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Fitness Programs
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♥ An annual physician’s fitness release is required for all fitness activities. Forms are
available at the center or online at www.UrbandaleSeniors.org
Volume 2, Issue 3
URBANDALE SENIOR RECREATION NEWS 7
June 2015
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
1
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10 AM - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - AL Bocce
12:30 - Crochet
2:00 - Take Control
2
9 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Piano recital
12:30 - NL Bocce
1:45 - Senior Singers
3
No AM Fitness classes
or Zumba
10:00 – Pendoodle
11:30 - Volunteer
Luncheon
12:30 PM - Knitting
2:00 - Yoga
4
9 AM - Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
1:00 - Pickleball wksp
5
8:30 AM - Beg Tai chi
9:15 - Continuing
Tai chi
10:00 - Line dance
5:30 - Card Party
8
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10 AM - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - AL Bocce
2:00 - Take Control
9
9 AM - Fitness
9:30- Blood pressures,
Urbandale Fire Dept.
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Birthday Bingo
12:30 - NL Bocce
1:45 - Senior Singers
10
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
10:30 - Bocce Finals
10:30 - Healthy Cook
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Balance Clinic
No Zumba gold
2:30 - Yoga
11
8:30 AM-Visiting Nurse
9:00 - Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
Panning Committee
12 Trip to
Reiman Gardens
Center closed to
Walk-ins, Classes
are as scheduled:
8:30 AM - Beginning
Tai chi
9:15 - Cont. Tai chi
10:00 - Line dance
11:30 - Zumba Gold
15
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
2:00- Take Control
16
9:00 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
1:45 - Senior Singers
17
7:00 AM - Heart Reach
8:30 - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
10:00 - Book Club
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Zumba gold
2:00 - Yoga
18
9 AM - Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 -Blood pressure,
Accessible Home Care
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
19 8:30 AM - AARP
Driver Class
8:30 - Beg Tai chi
9:15 - Continuing
Tai chi
10:00 - Line dance
1:00 PM - Healthier
Habits
24
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
10:30 - I-Cubs picnic
& game
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Zumba gold
2:00 - Yoga
25
9 AM - Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
26
8:30 - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Con’t. Tai chi
10:00 - Line dance
5:00 PM - Summer
Party
22
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00- Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
2:00 - Take Control
23
9 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
1:45 - Senior Singers
29
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
2:00 - Take Control
30
9 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
1:45 - Senior Singers
* Note date change
for Birthday Bingo!
Father’s
Day 6/21
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July 2015
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
1
2
3
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi 9:00 AM-Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop Closed for holiday
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:00 - Take Control
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12:30 PM - Knitting
11:30 - Senior meal1:00 - Zumba gold
Cook Out
2:00 - Yoga
12:30 PM - Drop-in
Bridge
6
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
2:00 - Take Control
7
9:00 AM –Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
11:30 - Summer
Potluck
12:30 - Birthday Bingo
1:45 - Senior Singers
8
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Zumba gold
2:00 - Yoga
9
9:00 AM-Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
1:00 - Woodard Brain
& Hearing program
10
8:30 AM - Beg Tai chi
9:15 - Continuing
Tai chi
10:00 - Line dance
13
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
12:00 - Take Control
14
9:00 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
9:30 - Blood pressures,
Urbandale Fire Dept.
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Planning Com.
1:45 - Senior Singers
15
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
10:00 - Book Club
10:30 - Healthy Cook
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Zumba gold
2:00 - Yoga
16
8:30 AM-Visiting Nurse
9:00 - Fitness
9:00 - Zounds Hearing
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:15 Medicare Fraud
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
17
8:30 AM - BegTai chi
9:15 - Continuing
Tai chi
No Line dance
20
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
2:00 - Take Control
21
9:00 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
1:45 - Senior Singers
22
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Zumba gold
2:00 - Yoga
23
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:30 - Craft workshop
10:30 -Blood pressure,
Accessible Home Care
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior Meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
24
8:30 AM - Beg Tai chi
9:15 - Continuing
Tai chi
No Line dance
27
9:00 AM - Fitness
9:00 - Amateur Artists
10:00 - Bridge group
12 PM - Senior meal
2:00 - Take Control
28
9:00 AM - Fitness
10:00 - Timely talkers
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
1:15- Senior Singers bus departs
29
8:30 AM - Beg. Tai chi
9:15 - Cont.. Tai chi
10:00 - Take Control
12:30 PM - Knitting
1:00 - Zumba gold
2:00 - Yoga
30
9:00 AM- Fitness
9:15 - Craft workshop
10:30 - Bridge w-shop
10:45 - Drop-in cards
12 PM - Senior meal
12:30 - Drop-in Bridge
31
8:30 AM - Beg Tai chi
9:15 - Continuing
Tai chi
10:00 - Line dance
Volume 2, Issue 3
URBANDALE SENIOR RECREATION NEWS 9
Featured Fitness Program
Tai Chi
Our Tai Chi instructor, Ruth Kneile, is certified by Master Wu as a fourth generation
member of the “Wu Yi Jie He” family lineage (Chinese Martial Arts & Chinese
Medicine Combined Teaching System !!! ), and the tai chi curriculum at the
Center is based on this family system. It is a system where healing and training are
combined together for prevention and health. Ruth has been studying tai chi and chi kung for over 20
years and teaching for over 10. “It is a lifelong adventure of never-ending learning for health and personal growth” says Ruth.
Tai chi and chi kung are mind-body-spirit exercises with profound, proven benefit for the entire
person—from cognitive (brain) improvement, to better balance and flexibility, better bone density,
normalized blood pressure, improved diabetes control, arthritis relief, improved digestion,
strengthened and balanced immune
function, core strength,
cardiovascular fitness and more…
Come join the tai chi group. We
think you will thoroughly enjoy
Ruth’s genteel, warm, spirit as well
as the benefits of the program. See
page 6 for class days and times.
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Menus
Try healthy snacks and
take time to smell the
flowers this summer!
June Menu
Monday
1 Chicken Alfredo, green
beans
Tuesday
2 Pork with orange sauce,
baked potato, carrot coins,
blonde brownie
Thursday
4 Meatloaf, red potatoes,
summer blend vegies, pie
8 Pork riblet, O’Brian potatoes, 9 Beef chow mein, white rice,
broccoli & cauliflower, cookie
Asian blend vegies, oatmeal
cookie
11 Sliced pork w/gravy, mashed
potatoes, broccoli, pie
15 Tater tot hotdish, sweet
peas, cinnamon apple sauce
18 Marsala beef, mashed
potatoes, winter blend vegies,
pie
16 BBQ chicken breast, sweet
potatoes, summer blend vegies,
sugar cookie.
22 Pork cutlet w/port gravy,
23 Oven baked chicken (bone
25 Chicken Kiev, red potatoes,
mashed potatoes, diced beans, in), diced baked potatoes, winter asparagus, pie
apple
blend vegies, banana
29 Goulash, sweet peas
30 Hamburger on a bun, lettuce
and tomato, potato wedges,
diced carrots, sugar cookie
July Menu
Monday
Tuesday
Wesley Life summer cookout—
free, but sign up in MySeniorCenter.
Thursday
2 Lunch Served at 11:30 a.m.
Hamburgers and hot dogs
6 Tator tot hot dish, sweet
peas, applesauce
7 - 11:30 AM—Summer Potluck 9 Marsala beef, mashed
Sign up to bring something
potatoes, winter blend vegies,
pie
13 Pork cutlet w gravy, red
potatoes, diced beets, apple
14 Oven baked chicken, baked
potato, winter blend vegies
16 Bratwurst on bun, Sauer
kraut, French fries, pie
23 Stuffed green pepper, sea20 Goulash, sweet peas, apple 21 Hamburger, bun, lettuce &
tomato, french fries, diced carrots soned potatoes, green beans,
juice
pie
27 Speghetti w meatballs,
green beans, orange juice
28 Tilapia w orange sauce,
baked potato, carrot coins
30 Slice turkey w gravy, red potatoes, summer blend vegies,
pie
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Special Programs & Events
Mini-Golf Open
The creative juices were flowing when
City staff designed the 9 mini golf holes
for this event, co-sponsored with the
Urbandale Wellness Committee, using
supplies needed
by the Urbandale
Food Pantry. Senior center members enjoyed the
challenges of golfing the 9 holes.
We had our first table shuffleboard league this past winter and all of
these team players had a blast. Check our web-site and newsletters
next fall for more shuffleboard fun.
Jackie Julius had the lowest score of 31, Team Putters II,
Diane Moore and Marie Theisen had the lowest team
As you can see by their
score with 67, Hole-in-Oners insmiles, everyone loved
cluded Gloria Julius, Julie Lindermeeting Lily, a golden
kamp, Diane Moore, and Sue Richretriever and the only
ardson. And Linda Lackore won the
service dog in Iowa quali- “You Gave it Your All” award!!
fied to be in a courtroom. Congratulations everyone!
Pinnacle of Excellence
Convenient Senior Living
The Reserve is located in the heart of Urbandale and adjacent to the scenic Urbandale
walking trail. Take a stroll through the woods on the bike path, shop, dine out,
take in a movie - it’s all close by! We support an active lifestyle - but without the hassles.
Call for a tour today!
515-727-5927 • ReserveOnWalnutCreek.com
2727 82nd Place Just East of 86th & North of Hickman
Proud to have served the greater Des Moines area
for the past 40 years
General Dentistry
Accepting New Patients
Kenton C. Gleichman, D.D.S.
Stephen M. Karbacka, D.D.S.
Sara A. Lukan, D.D.S.
Benjamin J. Nagel, D.D.S.
Thomas C. Quick, D.D.S.
Thomas G. Small, D.D.S.
3700 Westown Pkwy • WDesM
225-6742
www.desmoines-dentalassociates.com
8525 Urbandale Ave.
Urbandale, IA 50322
515-331-0970
Call today for a tour
and experience our
Meaningful Moments philosophy.
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Social, Cultural & Arts Programs
Knitting Club
Pendoodle!
Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Bring your knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, etc. and
spend some time working while socializing. Share
ideas and techniques with other knitting
enthusiasts. All skill levels welcome! Coffee and
tea provided.
Wednesday 6/3, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
This will be Utta’s last class teaching in
America (for now!) before she and her
family move back to Germany on June 30.
This will also be the last class until fall.
Come discover your inner artist during
these fun and light-hearted classes. No art
experience necessary. Please pre-register.
Senior Singers
Tuesdays, 1:45 - 2:45 p.m.
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experience! Director Clara Wya
Amateur Artists Group
Mondays, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Whether you have been painting or
sketching all of your life or just want to get
started, this is the group for you. Bring
your own supplies and drop in any time
during the day. We’ll provide the coffee!
Get Creative Craft Group
Thursdays, 9:15 - 11:30 a.m.
This activity is open to anyone who loves to be creative. A variety of supplies are available for a
wide assortment of craft projects. No experience necessary. Completed items may be
purchased or donated for our craft shop sales. Group facilitator: Rose Mary Glasgow
Van Roekle Piano Students’ Recital
Tuesday, June 2, 12:30 p.m. (following lunch)
Barb Van Roekle will present her music students as they perform short piano pieces
for our group. The students range in age from elementary level through high school.
We are proud to host the group for the third year in a row!
Summer Dinner Party $15
Friday, June 26, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of “mock-tails” and appetizers from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.
followed by dinner and entertainment; featuring the comedy magic of Lee
Cole and the island music of Tropical Steel. Put on your brightest summer attire and be prepared for a good time! A great value for a night full
of fun, food & entertainment!
**Tickets on sale through June 19.
Bob Dabrieo Memorial Cribbage Tournament
Saturday, July 4th, 1:00 p.m.
Registration opens at 12:00 pm.
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Education, Information & Assistance Programs
Calling All Card Players:
Mixed Cards & Games
Tuesday & Thursday, 10:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Drop in for a variety of card and board games. Tables,
chairs, cards & games available. Coffee provided.
Do you play pitch, or pinnacle??
Maybe you use to play put don’t
much anymore? Don’t have a group to
play with? We could use some additional
players. Come “put your cards on the
table” and join the fun!
Bridge Workshop - Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
No reservation is required for this fun and informative
session. A great program for anyone re-learning Bridge or
wanting to improve their game. Instructor: Paul Spong
Monday Bridge Group
Mondays, 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM
For reservations or cancellations, call 276-1606.
♦ Lunch reservations must be made separately. Call
278-3907 by 12:00 PM Friday.
Monthly Birthday Bingo Party
Birthdays are celebrated on the first Tuesday of the month
at 12:30 PM. Please note the June 9 Bingo date. Treats are
served followed by Bingo! Treats provided by Joyce Dana,
Humana
Wednesday Morning ‘Bookies’
Monthly book selecons are available for check out at the
"#$3907 for monthly selecon!
Timely Talkers - Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.
Join this discussion group for some lively conversation on a
variety of topics including current events, personal
experiences, and local news. Everyone is welcome.
Facilitator: Mike Hanna
Attention Veterans:
Free craft kits available!
A representative from Community Based Crafts Program, sponsored by Help Hospitalized Veterans, Inc., will be
available for the therapeutic craft kit demonstrations and
distribution on one Thursday each month from 12:30 - 3:00
p.m. a the Urbandale Senior Recreation Center. Stop in and
visit with Theresa Johnson about the program ad choose a
craft kit from a variety of categories including: leather,
wood, painting, models, etc. This program is for veterans or
military patients only. Call 278-3907 for dates.
!
AARP Smart Driver Course
Offered monthly, February-November. Please
call 278-3907 for dates and times. Learn
defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws,
rules of the road, and more in this 4-hour
course. Find out how to adjust your driving
to age-related changes in vision, hearing, and
reaction time. Auto insurance companies in
most states provide a multi-year discount to
graduates! (Consult your insurance agent.)
Register at the Senior Recreation Center,
or call 278-3907. ! "#$%
SHIIP Medicare Assistance
Call 278-3907 for a personal appointment
with a volunteer. Do you have questions
about your Medicare insurance or statements that you’ve received from your Medicare supplement or Part D provider? Call to
schedule a personal appointment with an
on-site SHIIP volunteer at the senior
recreation center. This program is offered
year-round for your convenience. SHIIP, the
Senior Health Insurance Information
Program is a service of the State of Iowa.
SHIIP counselors are trained by the state and
do not sell or promote any insurance
companies, policies or agents. Urbandale
Senior Recreation Center is a local sponsor
for SHIIP in Polk County.
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Special Programs & Events
Healthy Habits for a Healthier You
Friday, June 19, 1:00-2:00 pm
At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health.
These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive
decline. To help people age well, the Alzheimer’s Association® is offering the Healthy Habits for a Healthier
You program. This workshop covers four areas of lifestyle habits that are associated with healthy aging:
Cognitive activity, Physical health & exercise, Diet & nutrition, and Social engagement.
In each area, we will discuss what we know, drawing on current research, as well as what we can do - steps
to take now to improve or maintain overall health in each area.
Pre-registration is requested. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Iowa Chapter
Check out the many 4th of July activities in Urbandale
Friday, July 3
5:00 pm - Midway & carnival rides open
8:00-11:00 - Street Dance with ‘Faculty Lounge’
Saturday, July 4
7:30 - 10:00 am - Pancakes 4 Pantry at St. Stephen’s for Urbandale
Food Pantry
7:30 - William Courtney 5K Run @ Walker Johnston
8:10 - Coach Silvey Kid’s Mile Run @ Walker Johnston
8:30 - Coach Gary Page Tot Trot @ Walker Johnston
10:00 - Parade starts at old City Hall north on 70th, west on
Aurora to 82nd. Grand Marshall: Ginny Olmsted-Campbell
Noon - Midway and Carnival Opens Lions Park
Noon - Cribbage tournament registration - Senior Recreation Center
12:30 - 2:00 pm Lee Kane Annual Alumni Soccer Game @UHS
Fredrichs Field
1:00 - Bob Dabrieo Memorial Cribbage Tournament - Senior Recreation
Center
1:00 - 4:00 - Kris Mandt Memorial Car Show for Urbandale
Food Pantry—UHS parking lot
4:00 - 5:00 - Urbandale Community Adult Band @ Gazebo
6:30 - 8:00 - Metro Arts Jazz in July with band TBD @ Gazebo
10:00 - Fireworks display—shot from Walker Johnston Park
west side (rain date is Sunday, July 5)
Additional Information or parade entry forms:
http://uniquelyurbandale.com/4th_of_ July/
Fireworks viewing - The City parking lots around Walker Johnston Park will be
available for parking and viewing of the fireworks. Area business parking lots will
also be available. Douglas Avenue will also be closed after the softball lot is filled.
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Food Fun!
Summer Cook-out!
Thursday, July 2, 11:30 am
Enjoy grilled
hamburgers
and hot dogs
with all the
fixin’s during the annual
WesleyLife cook-out. All
you need to do is register
for lunch as usual and bring
along your appetite!
Summer Potluck
Tuesday, July 7, 11:30 am
We’ll supply the fried chicken and you bring the rest.
Sign up for this event in the
office and let us know if
you’re bringing a salad, main
dish or dessert.
After lunch, plan to stay for
Birthday Bingo!
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Travel Opportunities
A Day at Reiman Gardens* $45
Friday, June 12, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
A Day at Reiman Gardens
Highlights of this trip include an educational presentation on the
life of butterflies, a tour of the indoor and outdoor gardens, the
butterfly house, Hickory Park buffet lunch in a private room and
time to enjoy the gardens, exhibits, and gift shop on your own.
* This tour requires walking.
$45 includes tour, program, meal & motor coach.
Iowa Cubs Baseball - Day Game &
Picnic $25 (All inclusive)*
Wednesday, June 24,10:30 a.m.
Cheer on the I-Cubs as they face the Omaha
Royals (K.C. Royals) after enjoying an all-you-can-eat picnic lunch
including hot dogs, hamburgers, potato salad, chips and a
beverage on the mezzanine! Price includes transportation, Iowa
Cubs baseball cap, and a reserved seat ticket. Register by June 17.
* Please note the price correction. The previous newsletter erroneously listed
the price at $45.
Older Iowans Day at the Iowa State Fair
Wednesday, August 19,
8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
$2 per person for the ride.
Friday Night Card Party
Friday, June 5, 5:30-9:00 pm
Reserve a table for you and
your friends and spend a
Friday night playing cards
and enjoying a light dinner
of taco salad and potluck
snacks. $5 per person. Taco
salad & beverages provided… you bring a potluck
appetizer or dessert to
share. Sign-up by 6/2/15
Register to ride with us to the
fairgrounds for a day of fun, rain or
shine! (Fair tickets may be
purchased in advance or at the
fairgrounds). Limited space available! Registration begins July 6.
Coming this fall…..
Sullivan Brothers and Grout Museum trip.
Wednesday, October 14
Travel by motor coach to Waterloo and experience the Sullivan
Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, Grout Museum of History and
Science, and tour the Rensselaer Russell House Museum. The trip
will include travel snacks and a hot buffet lunch with gourmet
cupcakes. Watch for registration details in the August/September
newsletter!
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Urbandale, IA 50322
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