May 2015

Volume 41 Number 5

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Page 2 SENIOR TIMES EDITORIAL REVIEW BOARD Fayette County Carolyn Capozza Betty Nicholson Victoria Pennington

Greene County Rev. James Cherry Pat Lemley

Mon Valley

David Brecht Barbara Cochran Sue Dunlop

Washington County Wilma Decker Rita Hritz Gay Massey Anne Suhon Mary Jane Stewart Publisher: Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., an affiliate of Southwestern PA Human Services, Inc. Editorial Staff: Leslie T. Grenfell and Johnetta Dinio Staff Writer: Johnetta Dinio Advertising Representative: John Mollenauer Advertising Director: Karen Strickland Technical Support Staff: Marcia Westich-Hawk Contributing Photographer: Patrick Gustine Opinions or ideas expressed through “Letters to the Editor,” or guest columns, are not necessarily those of the editorial staff or the Senior Times, nor does advertising in this publication constitute endorsement by the Senior Times, or the Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. As publisher, the Agency reserves the right to decline any advertising or article submitted. Editorial and advertising copy cannot be reproduced without prior permission from the Southwestern PennsylvaniaArea Agency on Aging, Inc. The project is funded, in part , by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. southwestern pennsylvania area agency on aging, inc. Corporate Office 888-300-2704 OR 724-489-8080 FAX No. 724-483-9360 Fayette County Office 724-430-4603 Greene County Office 724-852-1510 Washington County Office 724-228-7080

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The Senior Times is a monthly publication designed to bring you news about information on services available to you, people you know and those you would like to meet, and activities you enjoy. The publication is online at www.swpa-aaa.org. If you would like

to receive it, at no charge, via email, send your contact information to [email protected]. To communicate via U.S. Postal Service, write to: Senior Times Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. 305 Chamber Plaza Charleroi, PA 15022-1607 Circulation 44,000 www.swpa-aaa.org E-Mail: [email protected]

The 29th Annual Senior Games will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2015, at Waynesburg Central High School, Waynesburg, PA. The logo features the slogan “Energy for Life,” with a red person running through a symbolic

Senior Times Runner Contest

Greene County horizon. “Runner,” as the symbol has come to be named, plans to make his way throughout Greene, Fayette and Washington Counties. The challenge for our readers is to correctly count the total number of Runners

that appear in this issue of the Senior Times and report the total, including the entry form information below, via email to: [email protected] or by clipping the information below and sending it via U.S. Postal Service to: Senior Times Run-

Senior Times Runner Contest Entry Name _________________________________

Check one

Address _______________________________

If I win: I would like to receive the Senior Games Banquet tickets. ______

________________________________ ________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________

I would like to receive the Eat ’n Park gift card. ______

tition registration fees waived, regardless of the number of events entered. All responses received through May 20 will be included in one random drawing for two Victory Celebration and Award Banquet tickets or a $25 Eat ’n Park gift card.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Board of Directors will meet on the following dates in 2015: May 5 Sep 1 Dec 1 Jun 2 Nov 19 The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Advisory Council will meet on the following dates in 2015: Jun 4 Oct 8 Sep 3 Dec 3 For the location and time of the meetings, contact Leslie Grenfell, Executive Director, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., at 1-888-300-2704, Ext. 4420.

Email: ____________________________ I see a total of _________ Runners throughout the May Senior Times!

Thank you to our generous contributors

Thank you to the fol- and over are recognized lowing generous Senior as “SPONSORS” of the Times’ contributors for Senior Times. their support of our mission to provide quality MEMORIAM information to older adults Dolores S. Elliott in southwestern PennsylIn Memory of vania. Paul W. Elliott The names of all contributors are acknowledged Dominick Don Ritz in the Senior Times unless In Memory of Mother, anonymity is requested. Rose Ritz Contributors that make doIn Memory of Father, nations up to $25 are recJohn Ritz ognized as “DONORS.” Contributors that make In Memory of Brother, William Ritz donations from $26 to $49 receive “PATRONS” In Memory of Brother, John Ritz, Jr. recognition. Contributors of donations that are $50

ner Contest, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, 305 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi, PA 15022. The first 10 individuals responding correctly—according to the email or postage date stamp—will have their Senior Games compe-

DONORS Thomas E. Murin Sara M. Sprowls Pearl Trinder-Ruggieri SPONSORS Stephen Adams

MEMORIAM Cora Straight In Memory of Father, Kenneth Straight, Sr. In Memory of Mother, Fannie Straight In Memory of Brother, Kenneth Straight, Jr.

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Name__________________________________ Address_________________________________ ________________________Zip_____________ May we print your name as a donor? ____Yes ____No Are you a member of a senior center? ____ Yes ____No Type of donation: ___________________________ Email: ______________________ THANK YOU The official registration and financial information of the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State Bureau of Charitable Organizations by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

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When Older Americans Month was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty and there were few programs to meet their needs. A meeting in April 1963 between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens led to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month,” the prelude to “Older Americans Month.” Today, services and programs are coordinated and older adults continue to be a vital part of our society well beyond

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age 65. Since 1963, communities across the country have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Get into the Act,” to focus on how older adults are taking charge of their health, engaged in their communities, and making a positive impact in the lives of others. In 2015, nearly 50 million Americans are 65 and over. The theme reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act that President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law in July 1965. Since that

time, the Act has provided a nationwide aging services network and funding that helps older adults live with dignity in the communities of their choice for as long as possible. These services include home-delivered and congregate meals, caregiver support, homeand community-based assistance, preventive health services, elder abuse prevention, and much more. By promoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and inclusivity, more Americans than ever before can “Get into the Act.”

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Showboat’s 28th year of production raised a generous total of $8,000, which was donated to Diversified Human Services, Inc., for its Home-Delivered Meals Program that provides a daily, well-balanced meal to nearly 450 older adults throughout the Mon Valley area. Showboat Steering Committee Members (l to r): Bill Evans; Harvey Dunmeyer; Nancy Dunmeyer; Alice Grimes, Monongahela Senior Center Specialist; John Cheroki; Deborah Ritts and John Baumgarten are pictured with the symbolic check. If you are interested in joining in this annual fundraising effort, as the Older Americans Month slogan suggests, “Get into the Act” by contacting Alice Grimes at 724-258-9511.

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No Longer Me funds to grant caregiver “wishes”

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lected to receive funds as a result of the Observer-Reporter’s efforts on behalf of Alzheimer’s Disease. Funding from the O-R project, received through the Washington County Community Foundation, in the amount of $15,749, and the Community Foundation of Greene County, in the amount of $4,800, will be used to ease the burden of caregiving for families in Washington and Greene Counties, respectively. The Agency’s Family Caregiver Support Program has provided services to caregivers for more than 25 years. With these generous contributions, the Area Agency

on Aging will have additional resources to grant caregiver “wishes” for respite care or relief, reimbursement for caregivers supplies and specialized adaptive equipment. Project funds through the Washington County Community Foundation and Greene County Community Foundation were also donated to the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Pennsylvania Chapter for educational programming. Thank you to the Observer-Reporter Publishing Company for providing this valuable public service to the community, and the Washington County Community Founda-

tion and the Community Foundation of Greene County for their generous grant donations.

Attention Caregivers F und s ar e avail able for caregivers in Washington and Greene Counties. Individual requests for assistance will be limited to $500. Caregivers interested in more information should contact Kristen Jackson, Family Caregiver Support Program Supervisor, at 724-489-8080 or toll free 1-888-3002704, ext. 4418, or email kjackson@swpa-aaa. org.

Armando Avolio Jr., MD John S. Beachler, MD Gregory B. Christiansen, MD John M. Gibbons, MD Patrick T. McCulloch, MD Vincent J. Ripepi, DO Michael J. Scheel, MD Joseph P. Stracci, DO David M. Welker, MD

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upon the individual and the overwhelming consequences for families and loved ones who are providing care. During the humanitarian project, entitled “No Longer Me,” the O-R also raised Observer-Reporter Editor Liz Rogers, center, is pictured presenting funds to supchecks to Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging Executive Director port individuals Leslie Grenfell, left, and the Agency’s Washington County Supervi- caring for loved sor Kathy Costantino from funds raised as part of the Observer- ones with AlReporters special 2014 reporting series on Alzheimer’s Disease and zheimer’s DisPhoto courtesy Jim McNutt/Observer-Reporter dementia. ease or related As part of a 2014 com- series of articles about Al- dementias. munity awareness cam- zheimer’s Disease. The The Southwestern PA paign, the Observer-Re- special reporting series Area Agency on Aging, porter Publishing Com- illustrated the devastating Inc., is very honored and pany printed a year-long toll that the disease has grateful to have been se-

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Roger Davis, AAA Family Caregiver Support Program care manager, displays a few of the items available in the medical loan closet that the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) maintains for individuals who might call with a need.

The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Family Caregiver Support Program medical loan closet inventory is low and the Support Program is seeking donations of new and/ or gently used durable medical equipment and consumable supplies to help stock the closet. The medical loan closet is an informal coordinated effort to have donated new and/or gently used medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, shower chairs, bedside commodes, and walking aids on hand to loan to consumers, regardless of their age. In addition to participants who take part in the AAA programs, the items stored in the medical loan

closet are loaned to the community. Not only do requests come from individuals, they come from nursing homes, personal care homes and hospitals whose residents and patients may lack adequate insurance or financial means to afford necessary devices or supplies. Roger Davis, AAA Family Caregiver Support Program care manager, said that the demand has been great lately, but the donations have been few. “We receive an average of 2 calls a day, but the caller might be requesting something that we do not have. Then we have to put them on a waiting list,” said Roger. “Some people, for instance, call for nutritional drinks, which we

have, but the caller could be lactose or glucose intolerant, and we might not have the particular drink that they can use. “We usually have a few walkers and bedside commodes, but we receive a lot of calls for shower chairs, shower benches, bathtub chairs, lift chairs and transfer chairs, of which we do not have a supply,” Roger said. The majority of the equipment is used. There is no charge to those who borrow the equipment; however, borrowers are asked to return the items when they are no longer being used so that the they will be available for others in need. It is a worthy and beneficial cause. If you are spring cleaning and you have new or gently used medical equipment that you no longer need, please call Roger Davis at 1-888300-2704 ext. 4279, to make arrangements for a donation.

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Greene and Fayette County Commissioners present Older Americans Month proclamations

Pictured, from l. to r., after the Greene County Commissioners Proclamation of Older Americans Month are Leslie Grenfell, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Executive Director; Commissioner Chuck Morris; Pat Lemley, AAA Advisory Council President and volunteer supervisor of the Jefferson Senior Satellite Center; Commissioner Archie Trader; senior volunteers Marianne Brewer, Alice Souders, Carol Patterson and Nancy Davis; Commissioner Blair Zimmerman; Bridget Dennison, Community Action Southwest Center Services Manager; senior volunteer Mark Carlson; and Nancy Riggle, AAA Greene County Supervisor.

Greene and Fayette County Commissioners proclaimed May 2015 Older Americans Month. Greene County’s proclamation was given during the Commissioners’ agenda meeting on April 15, and Fayette County’s proclamation was given on April 21. The proclamations of Older Americans Month acknowledged the area’s thriving community of older adults and recognized the contributions and sacrifices seniors have endured to ensure a better life for future generations. Committed to helping all individuals live longer, healthier, independent lives, the counties partner with a network of aging services providers to positively impact the lives of seniors. The proclamations also emphasized the importance of communities that provide opportunities for home- and communitybased services that support independent living; that ensure that all ages benefit from the contributions and experience of older adults; and that promote physical and social activities, such as the Senior Games on Wednesday, June 17, at Waynesburg Central High School, Waynesburg, and all of the Senior Games season related events. 

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Larry Maggi Pictured after the Fayette County Commissioners Proclamation are Commissioner Alfred Ambrosini, Victoria Pennington, Fayette Advisory Council On Aging Chairman; Gwendolyn Ridgley, Southwestern PA Area Agency On Aging (AAA) Fayette County Supervisor; Arnold Davis, Brownfield Senior Satellite Center; Patricia L. Pritts, Connellsville Senior Tigers, Inc. Executive Director; Emma Jane Davis, Brownfield Senior Satellite Center President; Commissioner Angela Zimmerlink; Commissioner Vincent Zapotosky; and Leslie Grenfell, AAA Executive Director.

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Try eating flowers? The culinary use of flowers dates back thousands of years to the Chinese, Greek and Romans. Many cultures use flowers in their traditional cooking, such as squash blossoms in Italian food and rose petals in Indian food. Adding flowers to your dishes is a nice way to add color and flavor, as well as a little whimsy. Find the following edible flowers. (Two word flowers are listed separately.) G S V C S Q U A S H P U M D L I L A C R C X V X M V A A C N J R M Y E W E F P N R I C O R N F L O W E R D L I N I G E O G C A A Y A D O E I R A H T L S A V L L C L O D G R F I W P T I E P F Y L R T D T O L N O U S N A N D A C Q H N U N H L R H D N U G K C O H Y L L O H T C E S S H I B I S C U S Y S I U R Y D I K N J H U G B O E U F B I G A V B L O S S O M R M U I P J E S O R M I R P W J Z Carnation Cornflower Dandelion Day Lily Fuchsia Gardenia

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2 cups small squash blossoms, stems removed, divided 3 tablespoons roasted, unsalted sunflower seeds 1 avocado, peeled and sliced Preparation Whisk together lemon juice, oil, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add lettuce, 1 1/2 cups blossoms, the sunflower seeds, and avocado and lightly toss with dressing until coated. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup blossoms on top of salad. Yields 4-6 serv-

ings. Nutritional Information (per serving) Calories 187; Calories from fat 89 %; Protein 1.9 g; Fat 19 g; Saturated fat 2.6 g; Carbohydrate 5.2 g; Fiber 3.2 g; Sodium 184 mg; Cholesterol 0.0 mg ~ ~ h t t p : / / w w w. s u n set.com/food-wine/ kitchen-assistant/10dishes-featuring-edibleflowers

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Fayette County Brain Games features Spelling Competition

The Fayette County Brain Games were held on April 16 at Center on the Hill. The Brainy Bees from Brownfield Community Center came in 1st place. Center on the Hills’ Kool Kats came in 2nd and the Honey Bees from Brownfield came in 3rd. Additional teams taking part in the Games included the Busy Bees, Brownfield; Lucky Goers, Brownsville Senior Center; Tigers’ Claws, Connellsville Senior Center; Bumble Bees, Brownfield Center; Top Cats, Fayette County Senior Action Council; Warriors, Uniontown Adult Recreation Center, and the Roaring Tigers, Connellsville Senior Center. Brain Games’ 1st place winners, the Brainy Bees are pictured. (seated l to r) Paula Hart, Loretta Newell, Trellis Mellinger, Alma Antonini and Wilda Keffer. Standing, Mary Mariani, SPHS-DHS, Inc., Aging Services Supervisor, Gwen Ridgley, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging Fayette County Supervisor, and Gene Knox. Spelling Bee Champion, Enid Gantner, (not pictured) represented Center on the Hill, and Spelling Runner-up Wilda Keffer, represented Brownfield.

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The 2015 Brain Games were held on April 13. Each four person team competed in five categories: Survival, Build-a-Tower, Memory, Put the Past in Order, and Egg Relay. This years’ 1st place team was the Carmichaels Thunder Bolts. The Jefferson Hot Flashers came in 2nd and the Jefferson Depends-ables were 3rd. Each winning team member received a Giant Eagle gift card donated by SeniorLIFE. The first and second place teams also received a plaque donated by the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc. The Greene County Library System coordinated the Spelling Bee Final. Jill Peth, the library’s Outreach Coordinator, first conducted a Spelling Bee tournament at each of the six senior centers. Winners were invited to attend the Brain Games for a championship competition. Wahneita Grimes, Waynesburg Community Center, came in 1st place. Bea Mandarino, Carmichaels Activity Center, came in 2nd, Lonnetta Pitcock, Jefferson Senior Satellite Center, came in 3rd. Organizer, Community Action Southwest, expressed their appreciation to their community partners and congratulated everyone who participated in the Brain Games. The First place Greene County Brain Games team, the Thunder Bolts, is pictured, left to right, Clarence Brewer, Marianne Brewer, Lloyd Hart, Jill Peth from the Greene County Library System, Bea Mandarino and Peggy Yoney.

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May Social Security Update

If you recently applied for Social Security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and were denied for medical reasons, you may appeal online and provide documents to support your appeal electronically. Social Security’s online enhanced appeals include: The ability to provide documents electronically when you file an appeal; the ability to accept online appeals from people living outside of the United States; improved navigation and onscreen help; and, clearer language and less jargon. Representatives who request, and are eligible for, direct fee payment must file disability appeals online. Use Facebook and Google to upload documents online to support your appeal and speed up the time it takes to receive a decision from Social Security online at www.socialsecurity.gov/ disabilityssi/appeal.html. Using Twitter? Appeal a disability decision and upload documents of support at http://www.ssa.gov/ disabilityssi/appeal.html.

Wounded military serBy Danielle Larson Social Security District vice members can also reManager in Rostraver ceive expedited processing of their disability claims. Honoring our service For example, Social Security will provide expedited members on processing of disability Memorial Day On Memorial Day, we claims filed by veterans honor men and women who have a U.S. Departwho died while coura- ment of Veterans Affairs geously serving in the U.S. (VA) Compensation rating military. We also recog- of 100 percent Permanent nize active duty service & Total (P&T). Dependmembers, especially those ing on the situation, some who have been wounded. family members of miliCities and towns across tary personnel, including the United States host dependent children and, Memorial Day parades to in some cases, spouses, thank our service members may be eligible to receive and their families for their benefits. You can get answers to commonly asked sacrifices. Policymakers put into questions and find useful place laws and benefits information about the apto protect our heroes and plication process at www. their families. For exam- socialsecurity.gov/woundple, Social Security pro- edwarriors. Service members can vides survivors, disability, retirement, and Medicare also receive Social Secubenefits. Not only does So- rity, as well as military cial Security have benefits retirement benefits. The to protect veterans, it also good news is that your provides family benefits to military retirement benprotect service members’ efit doesn’t reduce your dependents. Widows, widowers, and their dependent chilDay Ins dren may be eligible for Social Security survivors benefits. You can learn more about Social Security survivors benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/ survivors.

Social Security retirement benefit. Learn more about Social Security retirement benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/retirement. You may also want to visit the Military Service page of our Retirement Planner, available at www. socialsecurity.gov/retire2/ veterans.htm. Service members are also eligible for Medicare at age 65. If you have health insurance from the Department of Veterans Affairs, or under the TRICARE or CHAMPVA programs, your health benefits may change, or end, when you become eligible for Medicare. Learn more about Medicare benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/ medicare. In acknowledgement of those who died for our country, those who served, and those who serve today, thank you.

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Experience farm fresh with PA Farmers Market Nutrition vouchers

The purpose of the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is to provide seniors, who might be nutritionally at risk, to experience farm-fresh, nutritious, unprepared fruits and vegetables from local farmers’ markets. A second purpose is to expand the awareness and use of farmers’ markets and to increase sales at such mar-

kets, which are the final destinations for the fruits of the labor of thousands of Pennsylvania farmers whose produce is at the heart of our quality of life. By taking part in the Farmers Market Nutrition Program, you help a farmer and you help yourself. The local produce that you buy is fresh and tasty and your purchases, in turn, support

the economic needs of Pennsylvania farmers who grow the food and make it available at the markets. There are many advantages to eating locally grown produce. It can lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and some cancers. It also lowers the risk of eye and digestive problems; and has an effect on blood sugar that could help keep one’s appetite under control. The Pennsylvania Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is a cooperative effort including the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, US Department of Agriculture, the Pennsylvania WIC Program, the South-

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western PA Area Agency on Aging and senior centers and distribution sites. The program provides four $5 vouchers totaling $20 to eligible persons one time during the program year. The vouchers may be redeemed at area farmers’ markets from June 1 through November 30. To be eligible for the FMNP vouchers, you must be 60 years of age or older by December 31 of the program year, and for this service area, you must be a resident of Fayette, Greene or Washington County. An eligible individual’s gross income, which includes interest, Social Security, wages, Black Lung, pensions, etc., must be at or below $21,775. For 2 persons in a household the income may be $29,471; a 3 person household income may be $37,167. An eligible senior may authorize a proxy to pick up and use the FMNP vouchers as long as the

benefits ultimately reach the eligible participant. However, proxy statements must be completed prior to picking up the vouchers; they cannot be mailed; they must be hand-carried to the distribution site. (Proxy forms are available at local senior centers and Area Agency on Aging offices listed at the end of this article. Proxy forms may also be downloaded from the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging website at www.swpaaaa.org) Seniors living in nursing or residential facilities, where meals are provided, are not eligible for the program. Lost vouchers cannot be replaced. Although stolen vouchers may receive consideration for replacement. Using the Farmers Market vouchers To redeem your vouchers, visit a local farmers’

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market. When you arrive, look for the sign indicating which farmers will accept the Farmers Market checks or vouchers. Checks may only be used at farmers’ markets to purchase fruits and vegetables grown in Pennsylvania or produce that was purchased directly from a previously approved farmer from the neighboring states of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and West Virginia. Wholesale produce is not eligible. Farmers may assist recipients in determining which produce is eligible for the program. A partial list of fruits and vegetables includes: apples, apricots, berries, cherries, grapes, melons, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums, artichokes, asparagus, beans, beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, greens, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, mushrooms, okra, onion, parsnips, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins (for eating), radishes, rhubarb, rutabagas, spinach, squash, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, turnips, yams, and zucchini. Fresh herbs (not growing in a pot) may also be purchased, if they are for cooking or flavoring. Farmers cannot accept vouchers for citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges, tropical fruits such as bananas, pineapples and mangos or processed foods such as jams, honey, cider or baked goods. Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchSee Vouchers page 11

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Washington Area Sr. Ctr. Mon, July 20, Charleroi 69 W. Maiden St. 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Tue, June 18, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Washington Center in the Woods Southwestern PA Area Wed, June 10, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 130 Woodland Ct. Agency on Aging Vouchers are redeemBrownsville 150 W. Beau St., Suite able only at participating Mon, June 22, 9 a.m. –3 pm 216, Washington farmers’ market/vendor Chartiers Township Sat. Ctr. Wed, July 29, 9:30– 2013 Community Dr. 11:30 a.m. and 1–3 p.m. sites. A list of participatHouston Thomas Campbell Sr. Ctr. ing farmers should be available when vouchers Tue, June 16, 9 - 11 a.m. 850 Beech St. are distributed and that list Cross Creek Sr. Ctr. Washington 28 Clark Ave., Avella Tue, June 9, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. will be published in the Fri, July 17, 12– 3 p.m. Washington SrAct Council June Senior Times. For more information Donora Sr. Ctr. LeMoyne Community Ctr on the Farmers Market 700 Meldon Ave. 200 N. Forrest Ave. Nutrition Program and Donora Washington Tue, June 23, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Tue, June 16, 1:30 p.m. participating farmers’ marFinleyville Sat. Com. Ctr. Answers from page 7 3547 Marion Ave. G S V C S Q U A S Finleyville L I L A C R C X V Tue, June 9, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. C N J R M Y E W E McDonald/Cecil Sr. Ctr. C O R N F L O W E 3599 Miller’s Run Rd. Cecil O G C A A Y A D O Tue, July 21, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. R A H T L S A V L McGuffey Sr. Ctr. G R F I W P T I E 105 Green St. T D T O L N O U S Claysville C Q H N U N H L R Thu, July 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. K C O H Y L L O H Monongahela Sr. Ctr. H I B I S C U S Y 102 W. Main St. D I K N J H U G B Monongahela I G A V B L O S S Wed, June 10, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. I P J E S O R M I Peters Township Rec. Ctr. 700 Meredith Dr. Venetia Thu, July 16, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Thomas Campbell Riverside Place 303 Chamber Plaza

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Greene means Go to the Senior Games

Each year, the Senior Games are held in one of four districts within Greene, Fayette and Washington Counties. This year, Greene County will host the Senior Games at Waynesburg Central High School, 30 Zimmerman Drive, Waynesburg, on Wednesday, June 17. To be eligible for the competitive events, individuals must be 50 yearsof-age or older and must reside in Greene, Fayette and Washington Counties, or be members of senior centers within these counties. The Opening Ceremonies and Parade of Athletes will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the school stadium. Senior centers and senior organizations are invited to take part in the festivities by joining in the Parade of Athletes during the opening ceremonies. The Greene County Senior Games Task Force is also planning a few special surprises.

The competitive sporting events begin immediately after the opening ceremonies. Competitions include the 50-yard dash, 1-mile walk, basketball toss, bocce, corn bag toss, football throw, horseshoes, putting, shuffleboard, stationary bike, and softball throw. Competitions continue throughout the day until approximately 3 p.m. Official registration forms may be picked up at senior centers in Greene, Fayette, and Washington Counties. You may also pre-register by contacting the administrative office at 724-4898080, or toll free at 1-888300-2704, extension 4430; or by downloading a copy of the Registration Form online at www.swpa-aaa. org, or use the most convenient method of cutting out the Registration Form on page 13. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the PrimeTime Health Fair for information and free health

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and Loan Association of Greene County, Range Resources, Consol Energy, Country Meadows Retirement Communities, Coventry Health Care Health America, NovaCare Rehabilitation, OSPTA Home Health Care, SeniorLIFE, Walmart, Serenity Farms, Inc., McCracken Pharmacy, Rolling Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation, Rotary Club of Waynesburg and Southwest Regional Medical Center. This year’s Victory Celebration and Awards Banquet will be held at the Cumberland & Carmichaels Township Fire Hall, Carmichaels, on Thursday, June 25. Doors will open at 4:00 p.m. and dinner will be served at 5 p.m. After dinner and the awards ceremony, the big-band sound of “Snap” will provide entertainment for listening and dancing pleasure. Banquet tickets priced at $20 will be available after May 1 at local senior centers.

National Senior Health & Fitness Day at Consol Energy Park

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sol Energy Park, One Washington Federal Way, Washington, Pa. Saturday, September 26: Greene County Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place at Wana B Park in Carmichaels. Registration for both events begins at 9 a.m., the opening ceremonies are at 9:30 a.m. and the walks start at 10 a.m. Both courses are listed as 2 miles. If you would like to form a team or make a donation in support of the events, contact coordinator Abby Smith at 412-261-5040, or email [email protected]. Look for more in future issues of the Senior Times.

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SENIOR GAMES 2015 Waynesburg Central High School 30 Zimmerman Drive, Waynesburg Pa. 15370 Wednesday, June 17, 2015 9:30 AM INDIVIDUAL COMPETITIVE EVENTS - REGISTRATION FORM

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RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY To the best of my knowledge, information, and belief, I have no physical restrictions which would prohibit my participation in the events that I have selected in the Senior Games 2015. I have prepared myself for the event(s) which I have entered by practicing prior to the Senior Games 2015. I am participating in these events voluntarily and at my own risk. I agree not to sue the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging and any other co-sponsoring organization or any of their representatives for any injury or any other damages to me resulting from my participation in the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging Senior Games 2015. If a lawsuit is initiated on my behalf against the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging or any cosponsoring organization, and it results in a monetary award of damages to me or any other persons, or legal entity, I agree to reimburse the AAA, or any other cosponsoring organization for any monies required to be paid by them. Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging has my permission to have a physician attend me if it is deemed necessary for my health, welfare, and safety. THE SOUTHWESTERN PA AREA AGENCY ON AGING STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT EACH PARTICIPANT CONSULT HIS/ HER PHYSICIAN IN REGARD TO PRACTICE, PREPARATION, AND COMPETITION IN THIS PROGRAM OR SIMILAR ACTIVITY.

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Senior Community Center Notes FAYETTE COUNTY BROWNFIELD 291 Banning Road Dawson, PA 15428 724-529-2530 -Loretta Newell … We have cards at 8 a.m., dartball at 10 a.m. and lunch at noon. Dartball is played at 7 p.m. on Thursdays… On the first, second and third Wednesday of each month, we enjoy SWPA Area Agency on Aging and SPHS Aging Services lunches. On the fourth Wednesday of the month, we hold a covered dish lunch and bingo… The business meeting is held on the first Wednesday of each month… All seniors are welcome… We are planning our combined Mother ’s and Father ’s Day dinner… Happy May

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py anniversary go out to all of our May celebrants… Our lunches are served at 11:30 a.m. every Monday and Thursday, as well as every second Tuesday… We have exercise classes on Mondays at 10 a.m. Rummage sales are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bingo is played every Wednesday. Early Bird is at 12:45 p.m. and regular bingo begins at 1 p.m. Food is available from the kitchen. We play 20 games of Nickel Bingo every Thursday after lunch. Come and enjoy the fun… Blood pressure readings are conducted by Fayette EMS on the first Thursday of the month from 10 to 11:30 a.m., and by Albert Gallatin Home Care/

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Senior Community Center Notes FAIRCHANCE CENTER IN THE BANK 63 West Church Street Fairchance, PA 15436 724-564-0600 -Geraldine Bricker … Greetings… Our meetings are held on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All area seniors are invited to join us for exercises, bingo, lunch and educational programs… In March, Aimee Constantine, from Grane Home Health Care, presented a program on home hospice care… A fire drill was conducted in March and we exited the building in 38 seconds. Good job, everyone!... Congratulations to Stephanie Piper, winner of the March gas card drawing… Happy May birthday wishes to Jean Dawson and Margie Gunnoe… We send get well wishes to Rosemary Westover, Mabel Brownfield, Agnes Campbell and Martha Myers… CSFP food distribution is held on the third Friday of each month… On May 24, Kathy, from Sylvan Heights, will present an educational program… God bless all…. HAYDENTOWN 236 Haydentown Hill Road Smithfield, PA 15478 724-569-2378 -Tammy Rhodes … Happy belated April birthdays to Bertie Switalski, Belle Wilson, Jim Handshumaker and Ruth Myers… On May 13, we will play Crazy Bingo. Please bring a wrapped gift item… On May 20, we will enjoy entertainment by Granny Blosser and guitarist, Butch. Don’t

forget that it is also spaghetti day!... On May 27, a covered dish dinner is planned and we will play Crazy Bingo again… We thank our talented and dedicated chefs Madonna Bartko, Darlene Tate and Belle Wilson… Happy Mother’s Day… MASONTOWN 22 S. Main Street Masontown, PA 15461 724-583-7822 -Clara Delaney … The warmer weather is here… Exercise classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10 a.m. The class size is growing each week… Bingo is called after lunch every day… On the last Wednesday of the month, we play Bunco… Come in for breakfast on Wednesdays and stay for the day! For $3.50 you have your choice of scrambled eggs, bacon and toast or French toast and bacon… Birthdays are celebrated on the last day of the month. One lucky celebrant wins a lottery ticket. Who will it be this month?... We had a great turnout for the Healthy Steps for Older Adults fall prevention program led by SWPA Area Agency on Aging PrimeTime Health Coordinator Leslie Wright… May is Older Americans Month and to celebrate, we will hold an Older Americans Month luncheon on May 6… On May 12, come and join us for an indoor picnic… On May 21, we will hold a Memorial for all deceased members and soldiers… On May 26, we will host the Fayette County Wii Bowling Tour-

nament… We would love for you to visit!... MOUNTAIN CITIZENS Box 105 Farmington, PA 15437 724-329-4260 -Alice Hager … Beulah Thomas, Pat Lin and Lois Mattay lovingly set birthday tables in February and March for our celebrants Delores Ferguson, Ken Fike, Bob Davis, Lydia Boller, Lois Rose, Pat Myers, Helen Maust and Alice Hager. Birthday cakes were donated by Chalk Hill National Bank and Glenna Savage… Sister Alice and Sister Mary Ann, from Rendu Services, conducted blood pressure screenings in February… Patty Clemmer, from Amedisys, conducted blood pressure screenings in March… Anna Renze, from Somerset Bank of Markleysburg, presented our center with a most generous gift. Thank you so very much. Anna also presented a very informative program concerning the dangers of scams targeting seniors… Members enjoy our meeting days by playing games and dime bingo; shopping our flea market and visiting with friends… On April 26, we held a spaghetti dinner…

PERRYOPOLIS P.O. Box 562 Perryopolis, PA 15473 724-736-2250 -Arleen Barth … Get ready for spring cleaning and gardening by joining Healthy Steps in Motion exercises led by Shirley and Phyllis on Mondays and Thursdays at 10 a.m… Join in the daily schedule of fellowship, assembling of jigsaw puzzles or any of the following activities. On Mondays, cards are played at 9:30 a.m. and again in the afternoon. If you play an instrument or like to sing or just enjoy listening, please come on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and enjoy Pickin N’ Grinnin led by George Stewart… Our regular bingos are on Wednesdays and Fridays beginning at 9 a.m… We also have ceramics every Thursday… Jaynee King’s hair salon is open on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Please call for an appointment… Retired nurse, Connie Novak, will conduct blood pressure screenings the first Thursday of the month… The Site Committee meets on the first Monday of the month… Everyone is welcome at our Super Bingos on Wednesday, May 6 and 20, starting at

9 a.m… Enjoy a movie on Fridays at 1 p.m. Please check the May Senior Moments publication for more activities, and the monthly bulletin for other workshops… We wish all our May birthday friends a very happy birthday… Please use our suggestion box for any ideas for new projects or speakers… Welcome everyone with a big smile and hello… We wish all moms Happy Mother’s Day!... POINT MARION Railroad Street Point Marion, PA 15474 724-725-3680 -Elsie Ahlgren … The Golden Pointers were happy to meet every week in March… On March 3, we held the Site Council meeting… On March 10, our birthday celebration featured entertainment by Vern Eberhart, Sr., Vern Eberhart, Jr. and Chuck Secina… We are happy to have Alex back… On March 17, we held our St. Patrick’s Day

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Mary Jane Semonick, Carol Thompson, Rick and Deb Bowser and Barb Kelly. How fantastic to have so many both willing and able to participate!... Our appreciation goes out to all volunteers: to Cookie Kancir and Joyce Faddis who help Pat get our “home” ready each Wednesday; and to Dorothy Cunningham for sharing her baking projects with us... Congratulations to Deb and Rick Bowser on the birth of their beautiful new granddaughter… Please join our center!... Happy Mother’s Day!... MT. MORRIS Box 43 Mt. Morris, PA 15449 724-324-5396 -Chris Jarrell … Welcome May! We are glad to see spring arrive... Jill Peth, from the Greene County Library System, recently presented a program entitled, “Memories.” We appreciate Jill and her monthly visits… We had our last visit of this school term from Waynesburg University student nurses. We look forward to meeting the new students in the fall… Happy belated March birthdays to Amanda Butt, Midge Jeffries and Marge Lewellen… Please remember to stop by and join us for lunch on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays… The coffee klatch still meets each morning… WAYNESBURG 1505 Morris Street Waynesburg, PA 15370 724-627-6366 -Betty Grove … Can you believe it is May?... On April 2, we

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Senior Community Center Notes a new exercise program designed by the National Institute of Health. The class is tentatively scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10:15 to 11 a.m., beginning in June. Participants will exercise along to a DVD and each participant will receive a booklet illustrating the exercises so they can also do them at homes. More information will follow… BURGETTSTOWN 200 Senior Way Burgettstown, PA 15021 724-947-9524 -Rosemarie Taylor … Many people are attending the informative 5-week program entitled, “10 Keys to Healthy Aging” being presented by SWPA Area Agency on Aging PrimeTime Health and APPRISE programs… On April 1, we held an Easter egg hunt… On April 6, Caring Mission staff conducted blood pressure screenings… On April 9, we joined members

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had an Easter party with entertainment by Bob Podish. We always enjoy Bob and he does such a nice job… On April 13, the Greene County Brain Games were held at the Carmichaels Activity Center… On April 18, we held a very successful spaghetti dinner fundraiser at the East Franklin Grange. The night’s entertainment was provided by Dave Clark, Bob Podish, Mark Davis, Dee Eisiminger and Eulah Mae McGillicutty. We had a great crowd and everyone enjoyed themselves immensely… On April 23, we traveled to Waynesburg for a shopping trip at Goodwill… On May 1, we held our Volunteer Appreciation luncheon… The winning ticket for the Butterfly Quilt raffle will be drawn on May 7… Our Mother’s Day program is on May 8… The Senior Games related tournaments, such as 500 Bid Cards, dartball, bowling, pool and Wii Bowling, will be held this month… We are starting off the Senior Games season with a bang… Keep moving and God bless… WASHINGTON CO BETH CENTER PO Box 151, 316 Station St

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Senior Community Center Notes Bingo is called on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m… Oil painting classes are held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m… Bible study begins at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays… The Basket Guild meets on Wednesdays at 1 p.m…. Every Thursday, sing along and dance at the jam session at 1 p.m... Wii bowling is played on Fridays at 9:30 a.m... On Mondays and Thursdays, Bridge is played; on Wednesdays, 500 Bid; and on Fridays, Euchre. All cards begin at 1:15 p.m… For more, visit www.centerinthewoods. org… CHARTIERS TOWNSHIP 2013 Community Center Drive Houston, PA 15342 724-745-8866 -Marlene Kencec … On April 15, we hosted a Healthy Steps for Older Adults Fall Prevention workshop… On April 17, the Planning Committee held their meeting… On

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cial thanks to Walter and Margaret Danna, Kim Veltri, Ruth Georgetti, Domenica Spataro, Mary A n n D h a y e r, Wi l m a Decker, April Georgetti, Liz Harper and Monica Parker-Farrell, center coordinator, for all their hard work… Also, on April 8, Sharon Rice, from The Caring Mission, conducted blood pressure screenings… On April 15, we held our volunteer appreciation luncheon for the students from Cornerstone Mennonite School… During the week of April 20, we held a successful cookie sale fundraiser. Thanks to Domenica Spataro, Ruth Georgetti, Mary Ann Dhayer, Wilma Decker and Monica for baking the delicious cookies… On April 22, we held a Welcome Spring party. In the morning, Sherri Harrington, from Transitions, presented an educational health program and George Suhon provided the musical entertainment

for the afternoon… On April 29, an emergency preparedness program was conducted by American Red Cross staff… On April 30, the Cross Creek Valley Rosies held their monthly brunch… Happy May birthdays to Carol Ward, Mary Diamond, Mary Ferrari, Helen Minda, Shirley Hoey and Theo Zatta, Sr. (100 years young!)… Always remember to whistle a happy tune… DONORA 701 Meldon Avenue Donora, PA 15033 724-379-6446 -Joan Reis … We have line dancing on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m… Paper Bingo is played on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. On Wednesdays, we play Paper Bingo again from 1 to 3:30 p.m… On the second Tuesday of each month, we enjoy a trip to the Meadows. The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 4:30 p.m. Call Harry Haught, center Mon Valley’s specialist, for more inforLARGEST mation… On Tuesdays RECLINER Highway Appl and Thursdays, we play Selection! Pokeno… We play 500 Choose from: Bid cards one Thursday each month… A special • Lift Chairs Recliners Easter Bingo was held on • Power start at Recliners April 13… • Swivel/ FINLEYVILLE COMRockers Lift Chairs MUNITY CENTER from • Heat/Massage 3547 Marion Avenue & More Finleyville, PA 15332 724-258-9511 -Mary Kotula You’re gonna like us 6 8 … April showers really do Yea a lot! 1946 -2 rs 014 AP P LIAN C ES - TELEV IS IO N - B ED D IN G bring May flowers plus a FU R N ITU R E - S W EEP ER S - G R ILLS nice group to our meet...Since 1946 ings… On May 5, 12 and A+ 26, we will enjoy SWPA Rating S TORE HOURS M o n d a y& Thu rs d a y9 :30AM -8 :00 PM Area Agency on Aging Tu es .,W ed .& Fri.9 :30AM -6 :00PM

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and SPHS Aging Services lunches at 12 p.m. served by our ladies… Before lunch, exercises are held at 10:15 a.m., and a free early bird bingo is called at 10:30 a.m. followed by a special program at 11 a.m… We are making plans for our annual indoor picnic on June 23. It gets better every year… Happy May birthdays to Esther Meissonier, Jim Roithner and Judy Trypus… When nothing goes right, go left!… McDONALD/CECIL Cecil Twp Municipal Bldg 3599 Millers Run Road Cecil, PA 15321 724-743-1827 -Thelma Gall … The Easter party on April 2 was great fun. Winners of the Easter bonnet contest were Nancy Gielarowski, Marlene Mitchell, Rozella Beegle, Penny Kramer and Rhoda Rusciolelli. Dolores Schweitzer and Marlene Mitchell won door prizes… We had a great turnout for the Spring Fling Bingo on April 23… On May 5, Suzie, from ManorCare, hosted a Cinco de Mayo party… May 7 is Washington County Older Adults Proclamation Day with the County Commissioners. Join us at Courthouse Square at 9:30 a.m. for photographs and to show our appreciation to the Commissioners for everything they do for us… On May 11, we will host the Washington County 500 Bid Card tournament… On May 12, at 10:30 a.m., Ron Sicchitano, Washington County Public Safety Emergency

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Senior Community Center Notes Wide Wii Bowling Tournament… Remember to vote on May 19… On May 22, Cooks’ In-Service Day will be held at Nemacolin Country Club, so our center coordinator, Angie, will be loose in the kitchen… The monthly birthday party will be held on May 26… On May 27, we will travel to Consol Energy Park in Washington to participate in the 22nd annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day… MIDWAY Noblestown Road Midway, PA 15060 724-796-8671 -Rev. Brian Kilbert … On April 2, the Midway Seniors met and the room was beautifully decorated with garlands of many varieties and colors of flowers... We celebrated the birthday of our beloved president, Edna Bain… Rev. Brian Kilbert shared a devotional for Maundy Thursday… Edna reminded members of the May 4-8 bus trip to Gatlinburg with the Burgettstown Senior Travel Club... Jean Baird shared anecdotes and some witty poems… Members were warned about current scams in the area targeting older citizens, including one group claiming to be the IRS. Please beware… The day’s entertainment was provided by musician, Franki Capri, who constructed a colorful setup for his stage… Please note that our May meeting will be on May 14. Our speaker will be Attorney Natalie Ruschelle, who will present a program on elder law… We are a casual, fun-loving group that

meets the first Thursday of the month at 11:00 a.m. for activities, lunch and socializing. If you have any questions, call 724-7966628 or 724-796-8671. Please join us and make our group even better… MONONGAHELA 102 W. Main Street Monongahela, PA 15063 724-258-9511 -Alice Grimes … On May 3, a very successful cabbage roll dinner fundraiser was held… We will pay tribute to all mothers with a very special Mother’s Day treat on May 8, from 9 to 10 a.m… We are very excited to welcome back, John Koval, One Man Band, on Friday, May 22, at 1 p.m. for an afternoon of music, fun and friendship. Come join us. We welcome new participants… All are welcome to join the Bible study and discussion group on Tuesdays at 9 a.m… Daily activities include cards at 9 a.m. and bingo at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is served at noon. Please call your reservation in at least one day in advance… Laurel’s Beauty Shop is open Wednesday through Friday, by appointment… Bingo is called on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m… Please contact the Center for more information on activities and programming… If you would like to volunteer, please contact Alice Grimes, center supervisor… Take care... Hope to see you at the Center!... RIVERSIDE PLACE 303 Chamber Plaza

Charleroi, PA 15022 724-483-5800 -Missy Georgagis … Our pizza sale will be held on May 8 and 22. The cost is $1.25 for plain pizza, $1.50 for pepperoni pizza, and $5 for a pizza burger and a soda... On May 12, Helen Andreas will conduct blood pressure screenings at 11 a.m…. Remember Murphy’s 5 & 10 Saturday Subs? They’re back – 8” Sub is only $4.50 or an 8” Sub, chips and pop is $5. We will be selling them on May 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m... Also, Country singer, Donnie Cameron, will perform on May 15… We are planning a trip to The Meadows on Monday, May 18. Departure time

is 9 a.m. We will return at 5 p.m. Cost is $15… A trip to the Ross Park Mall is planned for May 21. We will depart from the Center at 9 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. Cost is $10… On May 29, Kenny and Chip will perform oldies songs… Come enjoy a movie, drink and popcorn for $2 on Mondays at 1 p.m… Weekly activities include Zumba exercises, Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.; Euchre, Fridays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 6 p.m.; and Bingo, Wednesdays, 1 p.m… VENETIA COMMUNITY CENTER 800 Venetia Road Venetia, PA 15367 724-941-6956

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