Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Senior Center closed for Labor Day


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will be closed Monday, September 2 for Labor Day. Activities available for seniors, 50 and older, resume on Tuesday. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a September calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, Sept. 2 – Center is closed.

        Tuesday, Sept. 3 – Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. a free exercise class, called Sit ‘n Be Fit is offered. The exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving.  A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, Sept. 4 – Women’s pool time is a fun competitive activity to participate in, starting at 9:30 a.m. Bring you pool stick or use one from the Center and practice lining up your shots. Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The dramatic movie, “The Shunning” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Sept. 5 – Work out with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise group again from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. Try some canasta or pool and snooker playing and join us for some wild bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, Sept. 6 – Pool sticks are drawn again as the women take aim at the cue ball. The painting and crafting group get together during the morning also, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Some of the group brings their canvases and paints, while some may bring their craft project to class. Also, exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system.  Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes.

Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Patricia Logan, 1st; and Lynn Fent, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 1st; and Murna Raff and Betty Lowrey, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champion for the past week was: Lula Mae Davis.           

Fun activities at the Senior center


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center is the place to go to have a fun time. Many activities are available for seniors, 50 and older. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, Aug. 26 – The women pool players have a lively time Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings starting at 9:30 a.m.  They enjoy the friendly competition of several games of 8-ball. Also, a painting group meets up at the same time. They like to socialize while exchanging ideas about their paintings. So, bring your painting supplies and join the group and share your creative skills with the other members. There is exercise equipment available, also. This includes a treadmill, weight set, and an exercise bike. The afternoon crowd enjoys playing various games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, and pool/snooker. A jigsaw puzzle table is always set up with a puzzle to solve.

        Tuesday, Aug. 27 – If you would like to get some exercise, check out the free exercise class, called Sit ‘n Be Fit. This class is offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. The exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. A men’s pool tournament will be held starting at 1:00 p.m. Bring your pool stick or use on of the Center’s and join the competition.  A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, Aug. 28 – Pool balls are cracking again as the women gang up on the pool tables, starting at 9:30 a.m.  Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The action movie, “Mud” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Aug. 29 – It’s time to tone up with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise group that meets for a good workout from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. Try some canasta or pool and snooker playing and join us for some wild bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, Aug. 30 – Pool sticks are drawn again as the women take aim at the cue ball. The painting and crafting group get together during the morning also, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Some of the group brings their canvases and paints, while some may bring their craft project to class. Also, exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system.  Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes.

Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Norma Burk, 1st; and Wally Reynolds, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 1st; and Penny Sizemore and Lucy Robinson, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champions for the past week were: Jean Hatcher and Chestine Crane. A men’s pool tournament was held and the winner was Jim Stormont.                                                                                                

Stay Active at the Senior center


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center participants enjoy the variety of activities offered. These activities are available for seniors, 50 and older. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up an August calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, Aug. 19 – Monday morning starts off with women’s pool time at 9:30 a.m. Also, a painting group meets up at the same time. You can bring your own pool stick or use one of the Centers and join the fun competition. They would like some new players to come join the good times. Bring your painting supplies and join the artists group and share your creative skills with the other members. There is exercise equipment available, also. This includes a treadmill, weight set, and an exercise bike. The afternoon crowd enjoys playing various games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, and pool/snooker. A jigsaw puzzle table is always set up with a puzzle to solve.

        Tuesday, Aug. 20 – A free exercise class, called Sit ‘n Be Fit, is offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. The exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, Aug. 21 – The women pick up their pool sticks again and rally around the tables for several rounds of 8-ball, starting at 9:30 a.m.  Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The movie, “The Last Ride” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Aug. 22 – Test your endurance and flexibility out with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise group that meets for a good workout from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. Try some canasta or pool and snooker playing and join us for some wild bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, Aug. 23 – Women’s Pool and painting or crafting with the artists group are on the morning agenda after the doors open at 9:30 a.m.  Also, exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system.  Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes.

         Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Wally Reynolds, 1st; and Norma Burk, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 1st; and Meg Klecke and Terry Miller, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champion for the past week was: Lula Mae Davis.

Cool seniors at the Senior Center


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center participants are staying cool this summer and enjoying the variety of activities available. These activities are available for seniors, 50 and older. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up an August calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, Aug. 12 – Women have a time set aside for pool playing on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings starting at 9:30 a.m. You can bring your own pool stick or use on of the Center’s and join the fun competition. They would like some new players to come join the good times.  If pool playing does not interest you, how about getting creative with the painting group that also meets at the same time on Monday and Fridays. Bring your supplies and join the artists group and share your painting skills with the other members. There is exercise equipment available, also. This includes a treadmill, weight set, and an exercise bike. The afternoon crowd enjoys playing various games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, and pool/snooker. A jigsaw puzzle table is always set up with a puzzle to solve.

        Tuesday, Aug. 13 – Free exercise is available in the class called Sit ‘n Be Fit. This class is offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. The exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, Aug. 14 – It is women’s pool time again starting at 9:30 a.m.  Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The adventure movie, “Skyfall” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Aug. 15 – It is time to tone up again with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise group that meets for a good workout from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. Join us for some wild bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, Aug. 16 – The women gather again to practice their pool shots and the artists show up to show off their painting skills all beginning at 9:30 a.m. Also, exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system.  Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes. A coed pool tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. They need more women to participate. So come on women pool players, join the exciting competition. 

         Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Norma Burk, 1st; and Marge Reynolds, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 1st; and Meg Klecke and Lisa Mandini, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champion for the past week was: Lula Mae Davis.                                                                      

Friday, August 2, 2013

August Birthday Luncheon at the Senior Center


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will celebrate participant’s August birthdays with a pot-luck luncheon starting at 12:00 noon on Friday, July 26. Bring a food dish to share or pay $3/person and enjoy the fellowship shared by all. The Center offers a variety of activities to choose from for some summer fun.  Activities consist of cards games including bridge, canasta, pitch, Texas Hold’em, and various others. Also, you can get your exercise in a class or on your own with the available exercise equipment. Practice your shots on the pool and snooker tables, or get creative in the painting/craft class, win prizes playing bingo, and enjoy musical tunes every Thursday during Music night. These activities are available for seniors, 50 and older. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up an August calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, Aug. 5 – Monday mornings start off at 9:30 a.m. with women’s pool and an artist class. The women have a lively time and some fun competition playing 8-ball. They would like some new players to come join the good times.  Also, bring your supplies and join the artists group and share your painting skills with the other members. There is exercise equipment available, also. This includes a treadmill, weight set, and an exercise bike. The afternoon crowd enjoys playing various games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, and pool/snooker. A jigsaw puzzle table is always set up with a puzzle to solve.

        Tuesday, Aug. 6 –Would like to get some exercise and not cost you anything but your commitment? Join the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class offered at the Center. This class is offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. These exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, Aug. 7 – It is women’s pool time again starting at 9:30 a.m.  Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The movie based on true events, “42” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Aug. 8 –Limber up with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise group that meets for a good workout from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. A men’s pool tournament will begin at 1:00 p.m. Join us for some wild bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, Aug. 9 – Women pool players and the artists show up again at 9:30 a.m. Exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system. At 12:00 noon the birthday luncheon will be held. Bring your favorite food dish and join the fun. Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes.

         Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Wally Reynolds, 1st; and Norma Burk, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 1st; and Murna Raff and Betty Lowrey, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champion for the past week was: Lula Mae Davis. A men’s pool tournament was held and the first round winner was Ron Thomas and the second round winner was Jack Ventris.

Fun Activities at the Stillwater Senior Center


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center participants have a variety of activities to choose from for some summer fun.  Activities consist of cards games including bridge, canasta, pitch, Texas Hold’em, and various others. Also, you can get your exercise in a class or on your own with the available exercise equipment. Practice your shots on the pool and snooker tables, or get creative in the painting/craft class, win prizes playing bingo, and enjoy musical tunes every Thursday during Music night. These activities are available for seniors, 50 and older. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a July calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, July 29 – The women have a pool playing time set up for them at 9:30 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. So, women grab your pool sticks or use one from the Center and join the fun competition and friendly fellowship. Also, a painting/crafting class meets up at the same time. Bring you artist supplies or a craft you are working on and join the group. This is a good social time to exchange ideas and complete a creative project. There is exercise equipment available, also. This includes a treadmill, weight set, and an exercise bike. The afternoon crowd enjoys playing various games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, and pool/snooker. A jigsaw puzzle table is always set up with a puzzle to solve.

        Tuesday, July 30 –Join the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class offered at the Center. This class is offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. These exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. A men’s pool tournament will be played at 1:00 p.m. Come join the fun!  A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, July 31 – It is women’s pool time again starting at 9:30 a.m.  Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The adventure movie, “Jack the Giant Slayer” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Aug. 1 – Tone and limber up with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise group that meets up to get a good workout from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. Join us for some wild bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, Aug. 2 – Women pool players and the artists show up again at 9:30 a.m. Exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system. Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes.

         Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Betty Barefoot, 1st; and Norma Burk, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 1st; and Terry Miller and Meg Klecke, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champions for the past week were: Chestine Crane, and Jean Hatcher. Frank Berry won the coed pool tournament held recently.

Come have a good time at the Senior Center


        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center is a cool place to spend your summer time participating in many activities for seniors, 50 and older. Stop by 1015 E. 12th or call 747-8080 for more information on activities offered and make sure to pick up a July calendar of events. Hours are: Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for music night. The facility is closed on weekends. If you are interested in joining a bridge group, social or duplicate, at the Center, please call the number given to receive information on how to join or leave your name and phone number.

        Monday, July 22 – Pool balls will be flying around the table starting at 9:30 a.m. Monday morning as the women players take up their pool sticks.  At the same time, painters take up their paint brushes to show their artists skills on their canvases. There is exercise equipment available, also. This includes a treadmill, weight set, and an exercise bike. The afternoon crowd enjoys playing various games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, and pool/snooker. A jigsaw puzzle table is always set up with a puzzle to solve.

        Tuesday, July 23 –Try out the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class offered at the Center, free of charge. This class is offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. These exercises are low impact. Some are done while sitting and others by standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls during the 45 minute workout. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing or Wii games. A ping pong table is available for use. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, jig-saw puzzle solving, snooker or pool. A Veteran’s Affairs representative comes in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:45 p.m. to help with any questions or paper work you may have pertaining to veteran’s assistance. No appointment is needed.

         Wednesday, July 24 – The women pool players pull out their pool sticks again at 9:30 a.m. They have a lot of fun and enjoy each other’s fellowship. Also, you could try the Wii interactive games, a game of ping pong, or the exercise equipment.  Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. which include; canasta, dominoes, Texas Hold’em, pitch, pool and snooker. A puzzle is always out waiting for someone to find a piece. The based on true facts, drama movie, “Left to Die: The Sandra and Tami Chase Story” will be shown at 2:00 p.m.

         Thursday, July 25 – This is another exercise morning for the Sit ‘n Be Fit group that meets up to get a good workout from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  After class, Wii games, ping pong, or line dancing are available. Come check it out. Afternoon games begin around 1:00 p.m. Also, a men’s pool tournament will start at 1:00. Join us for some wild Bingo games at 2:00 p.m. Thursday evening the doors open back up at 5:30 for a night of country music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

         Friday, July 26 – The women pool players are busy racking up the pool balls again beginning at 9:30 a.m. Bring your art project and supplies and join the painting class, also at 9:30 a.m. It is a good place to share ideas and fellowship. Exercise equipment is available for use, along with a ping pong table or a Wii game system. Afternoon games include: card games, Texas Hold’em, pool, snooker, and dominoes.

         Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Mallory Owen, 1st; and Barbara Geiser, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners; Lionel Raff and Murna Raff, 1st; and Lucy Robinson and Penny Sizemore, 2nd. Texas Hold’em champions for the past week were: Chestine Crane, Betty Maney, and Jean Hatcher. Frank Berry won the men’s pool tournament held recently.