May 2008 Closed Memorial Day (5/26)

BEGINNER DRAWING CLASS

Are you artsier than a fifth grader? Drawing does not have to be intimidating! There are actually easy to follow hints and rules to drawing correctly! Artistic talent is optional, interest and desire to learn are more important. This class will equip students to draw basic shapes, shade, and teaches perspective. Six simple lessons, one hour each, will provide students with enough basic skills to draw successfully. Who is brave enough to try something new?! Stop by the office to see a sample of what a first-time student, aged 74, drew in a one hour class! Classes are from 10:00-11:00 on Monday and Wednesday mornings and our instructor, Diane, will provide all materials and supplies. The first session is June 9-25 and cost is $12.

PANCAKES

The Senior Board is flipping flapjacks again this summer for you. The first pancake breakfast is in the pavilion on Friday, May 30 from 9:00-11:00. Cost is $2.00 for all you can eat pancakes. If you bring a place setting (plate, cutlery, napkin, coffee cup), you save fifty-cents. If you wear your Cleveland Indians gear, you save another fifty-cents. Anyone who brings a new member eats for free. See you there!

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

Do you know who the Kirtland Senior Center volunteer of the year is? It is Lanny Haladyna! Lanny helps out daily with the lunch site as well as with all large socials, lunches, and events. His help is quite appreciated! If you would like to visit this year’s Senior Day at Great Lakes Mall (May 13), Lanny will be presented a special award. Just show up and show your support!

KIRTLAND KIWANIS PAVILION PICNIC

Our first pavilion picnic is on Tuesday, May 27 at 11:00. Join us as we have grilled hamburgers and other goodies. Sign up with Andrea (256-3194) by May 21 to reserve your meal. This meal is free to members due to funding from the Kirtland Kiwanis.

PODIATRIST-The podiatrist is at the Center May 7 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Make your fifteen minute appointment with Jenna.

MASSAGE THERAPY

Avoid the damaging effects of chronic stress and give your self-healing body a boost by treating yourself to a seated massage. For all your questions, call our massage therapist Mary Ellen (256-2088). Massage dates are May 5 & 19.

WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS

Our watercolor class is having a ball learning this new art form and meeting new people. If you want to have a few laughs and try a new activity, give this class a try. All levels of talent and skill are welcome to pick up a brush and see what you can do. The next 4-week series is from May 8-29 on Thursday mornings from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Cost is $30 per person.

CRAFT

Meet with Tereasa this month to decoupage a recipe card holder and/or paint a photograph holder on Thursday, May 1 at 1:00. Cost is $3. Prepayment is due by April 29. Project samples are in Jenna’s office.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Our exercise classes continue to grow and help people with their physical and mental well being. New students are joining in all the time…won’t you be one of them? Classes are for men and women and customized to the fitness needs of adults 55 and over. If you would like to observe a class before participating, just show up! These classes are free or subsidized to Center members due to funding received from the United Way of Lake County. Classes include:

STRENGTH TRAINING-Monday and Wednesday (9:00-9:45 a.m.) $14.

Next strength training series begins May 7. Hand weights provided; bring a mat.

TAI CHI –Monday (NEW- 2:00-3:00 p.m.), Tuesday & Thursday (9:30-10:30 a.m.) free. There are three forms of Tai Chi classes offered at the Center. Monday is the stick and ruler class, Tuesday is the basic class, and Thursday is the animal forms class. Each class focuses on slow, gentle, guided movements to help strengthen the body and relax the mind.

YOGA - Tuesday (12:30-1:30 p.m.) & Friday (9:15-10:30 a.m.) free. Bring a mat.

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC is Thursday, May 22 from 10:00-11:00. Just stop by!

TREASURE TABLE

The next Treasure table is from Wednesday, May 7-9 with all new items. If you would like to donate items to the sale, you may bring them in on May 5-6. Thanks to all the members who have brought in all the great donations!

BOARD BIRTHDAY BASH

If your birthday is in May, you have a free lunch coming your way from our lunch site on May 9. Sign up with Andrea at 256.3194 by April 30 to reserve your spot. Cake, ice cream, and punch are served to all in attendance! Next month’s bash is on June 6 and sign up deadline is May 28.

RED HATTERS

The Red Hatters are welcome to stop by on Thursday, May 15 at noon for an informal potluck. Bring a dish to share and beverages will be provided.

The Red Hat Revue will be at Pine Ridge Country Club on Thursday, June 19 from 12:00-3:00. The event includes lunch, music, and a comedy show about love, marriage, and kids and is organized by Lake Metroparks. If you would like to attend this outing, cost is $30 per person and you need to register through the parks by calling 256.2138 directly. All participants are responsible for their own registration and transportation.

SENIOR OLYMPICS

Looking to try something new? How about giving the senior Olympics a tryJ The event is geared both for athletic competition as well as social opportunities. Cost of the event is $15 if you pay by May 22. In addition, the senior board will pay $5 of that fee, so that your cost is $10. After May 22, participants are on their own to register through the parks. Last year’s bocce team took first place! Good luck senior athletes in 2008!

SENIOR DAY AT THE MALL

The annual Senior Day takes place on Tuesday, May 13 at the Great Lakes Mall. The event is free but if you would like coffee and muffins, you need a ticket. Pick one up in the office for $1.00. Our volunteer of the year, Lanny Haladyna, will be recognized around noon so stop by and give him a round of applause!

CARDS

The card group meets each Friday around noon for pinochle. Join in if you like. They are always welcoming new players and competition.

COMPUTER CLASSES

Computer classes are scheduled to begin at the end of June. Please sign up with Jenna if you are interested in learning about the classes. They are free to members of the Center and the instructor is Bill Wright. The class is for beginners and students learn about how the computer works, the programs you can use (for composing letters, for example), and how to use the internet.

USED EYEGLASSES & HEARING AIDES are collected at the Center and donated to the local Lions club. A drop-off box is in the lobby under the sign in book. Gather them up, bring them in, drop them off, and smile because you did something good! The Center is on its second box of collections! Thank you!

BOOK TALK

The next talk is “Map of Glass” by Jane Urquhart on May 27 at 10:00. Join in our little group (about a handful of people) and express your thoughts and opinions for a fun, interesting, and lively discussion. If you are a reader, this is the activity for you!

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

If you are new to the Kirtland Senior Center in 2008, we want to extend to you a big warm WELCOME! We hope you will join us for lunch on May 14 at 11:00 at our lunch site. You need to make a reservation by May 7 by calling 256.3194. A member of the senior board will be here to introduce you to others and show you around. We are here for you…just stop by!

WALKING GROUP

The sidewalk out back is scheduled to be completed this spring and we would like to start a walking group. The path will be just long enough and have several places to sit and rest. Let Jenna know what days and times would work for you and she will schedule the group.

BOCCE BALL

The bocce ball group has moved outdoors now that the nicer weather is upon us. If you would like to learn the game of bocce and meet some new people, stop by for a game on Monday and Thursday mornings.

GARDEN

Is anyone out there interested in starting a Senior Center garden out back? Let Jenna know if you areJ

Kirtland Senior Center 7900 Euclid-Chardon Road Kirtland, OH 44094