Monday, October 31, 2016

Seasonal Luncheon Celebration Held at the Stillwater Senior Activity Center



        City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will celebrate the upcoming holidays with a special catered luncheon to be held on Friday, November 11 at 12:00 noon. Turkey and all the side trimmings will be served to members of the Senior Center at a price of $2/person. Come enjoy the good food and fellowship. The park outside of the building is a good place to take a stroll before coming inside the Center and checking out all of the various activities that are offered for participants age 50 and over.  Hours at the Senior Center are Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and music night is held on Thursday evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The facility is closed on weekends. Stop by 1015 E. 12th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a calendar of events.
        Monday, Nov. 7 – The holidays are fast approaching, so you may be thinking about all the extra calories that you will be enjoying. Maybe a free exercise class would be a good thing to think about, also. A free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class is offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 a.m. You can get a good workout of stretching and toning exercises. Chairs are used for some of the exercises so you always have something there for support if needed. Bouncing balls, stretchy bands, and sponge balls are all utilized in the 45 minute routine. Also, at 9:30 a.m. women 8-ball pool players get together for some fun competition. They welcome new players to join in the fun. After the exercise class at 10:30 a.m., line-dancers get together to do some boot scootin’ to some country music. In the afternoon at 1:00 p.m. canasta and social bridge players arrive ready to try their hands with the cards, hoping for a win. If you would like to play social bridge and have not played here before, please call the Center ahead of time so the number of places at each table can be arranged. A jig saw puzzle is always out ready for a piece to be found.
        Tuesday, Nov. 8 – Don’t forget to vote today! Another exercise class that is offered that will get you an even better workout is the “Zumba with Angie” class. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. It is a quick moving dance/exercise class done to mostly Latin American music. Please wear good sturdy shoes for all the quick stepping. No slide on types allowed. In the afternoon, games played include; canasta, duplicate bridge, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving. Most card games start around 1:00 p.m. except for duplicate bridge which starts at 12:15 p.m. New players of duplicate bridge should call the Center ahead of time to make arrangements. Duplicate bridge is played with a partner. Exercise equipment that includes exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use during the afternoon, too. Bingo is played at 2:00 p.m. It is a lot of laughs and everyone wins a prize! We always have a jig saw puzzle out, for all the puzzlers.
        Wednesday, Nov. 9 – Time to exercise again starting at 9:30 a.m. in the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class. Women pool players arrive also, ready to have a good time.  After the exercise class, at 10:30 a.m. line dancers start kicking up their heels as they keep time with the swinging tunes. During the afternoon, games of canasta and other card games are played.  A coed pool tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. You are invited to join the fun competition.
         Thursday, Nov. 10 – Bring your guitar and join the free guitar lessons every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. At 10:30 a.m. the Zumba class starts moving again to some jazzy tunes. Remember, you must wear good sturdy shoes. Canasta and bridge players start dealing out their cards at 1:00 p.m. Bingo has a guest caller on Thursdays and the exciting games begin at 2:00 p.m. Music night musicians start tuning up their instruments at 5:30 p.m. and by 6:00 p.m. they are ready to entertain the audience with country tunes until 8:30 p.m. Snacks are brought in by everyone and served during the evening.
         Friday, Nov. 11 – Friday morning activities begin at 9:30 a.m. and include; the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, women’s pool playing time, and a painting class. Bring your painting or crafting supplies and share your skills with the art class. The Center will really get busy as preparations are made for the seasonal turkey luncheon at 12:00 noon.  There will be no line dancing or duplicate bridge today due to the luncheon. Other card games, including canasta will begin at 2:00 p.m. Stop by the puzzle table and find a piece that is hiding.
         Last weeks reported winners in social bridge were: Cindy Smith, 1st and Lynn Fent, 2nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners were: Carl Provance and Sandy Boepple, 1st; and Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 2nd. The second day of duplicate bridge playing, Al Perry and Lionel Raff were 1st; and Norma Burke and Camille Johnston came in 2nd.  The previous week, duplicate bridge winners were:  Carl Provance and Gay Lynn Bullock, 1st; and Al Perry, Lionel Raff, John and Sandy Boepple all tied for 2nd.

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Good Weather for Checking Out the Stillwater Senior Activity Center



        City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center participants are enjoying the nice fall weather. The park outside of the building is a good place to take a stroll before coming inside the Center and checking out all of the various activities that are offered for participants age 50 and over. Hours at the Senior Center are Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and music night is held on Thursday evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The facility is closed on weekends. Stop by 1015 E. 12th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a calendar of events.
        Monday, Oct. 31 – Get out and get some exercise. A free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class is offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 a.m. You can get a good workout of stretching and toning exercises. Chairs are used for some of the exercises so you always have something there for support if needed. Bouncing balls, stretchy bands, and sponge balls are all utilized in the 45 minute routine. Also, at 9:30 a.m. women 8-ball pool players get together for some fun competition. They welcome new players to join in the fun. After the exercise class at 10:30 a.m., line-dancers get together to do some boot scootin’ to some country music. In the afternoon at 1:00 p.m. canasta and social bridge players arrive ready to try their hands with the cards, hoping for a win. If you would like to play social bridge and have not played here before, please call the Center ahead of time so the number of places at each table can be arranged. A jig saw puzzle is always out ready for a piece to be found.
        Tuesday, Nov. 1 – Another exercise class that is offered that will get you an even better workout is the “Zumba with Angie” class. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. It is a quick moving dance/exercise class done to mostly Latin American music. Please wear good sturdy shoes for all the quick stepping. No slide on types allowed. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving. Most card games start around 1:00 p.m. except for duplicate bridge which starts at 12:15 p.m. New players of duplicate bridge should call the Center ahead of time to make arrangements. Duplicate bridge is played with a partner. Exercise equipment that includes exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use during the afternoon, too. Bingo is played at 2:00 p.m. It is a lot of laughs and everyone wins a prize! We always have a jig saw puzzle out, for all the puzzlers.
        Wednesday, Nov. 2 – The doors to the Center open at 9:30 a.m. and the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercisers and women pool players arrive ready to have a good time. After the exercise class, at 10:30 a.m. line dancers start kicking up their heels as they keep time with the swinging tunes. During the afternoon, games of canasta and other card games are played.  
         Thursday, Nov. 3 – Bring your guitar and join the free guitar lessons every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. At 10:30 a.m. the Zumba class starts moving again to some jazzy tunes. Remember, you must wear good sturdy shoes. Canasta and bridge players start dealing out their cards at 1:00 p.m. Bingo has a guest caller on Thursdays and the exciting games begin at 2:00 p.m. Music night musicians start tuning up their instruments at 5:30 p.m. and by 6:00 p.m. they are ready to entertain the audience with country tunes until 8:30 p.m. Snacks are brought in by everyone and served during the evening.
         Friday, Nov. 4 – Friday morning activities begin at 9:30 a.m. and include; the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, women’s pool playing time, and a painting class. Bring your painting or crafting supplies and share your skills with the art class. At 10:30 a.m., line dancers arrive ready for some high stepping and sliding. Afternoon duplicate bridge begins at 12:15 p.m. and other card games which include canasta, begin around 1:00 p.m. A coed pool tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. You are invited to join the fun competition. Stop by the puzzle table and find a piece that is hiding.
         Last weeks reported winners in social bridge were: Sally Simmons, 1st and Norma Shamblin 2nd.

Friday, October 14, 2016

Stillwater Senior Activity Center to Hold a Flu Shot Clinic



        City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will hold a flu shot clinic provided by Mays Home Health on Wednesday, October 26 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. No appointments will be taken. It will be a first come first serve basis. There will be no charge if you bring with you, your Medicare card with Part B. Without a card there will be a $25 charge.  Also, on Wednesday Oct. 26 at 2:00 p.m. October birthdays will be celebrated at the Center. Join us for cake and ice cream. A large variety of activities are offered that should interest participants age 50 and over. Come check us out. Hours for participation at the Senior Center are Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and music night is held on Thursday evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The facility is closed on weekends. Stop by 1015 E. 12th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a calendar of events.
        Monday, Oct. 24 – It is that time of the year to start thinking about getting some exercise, with the holidays and winter coming soon. A free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class is offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 a.m. You can get a good workout of stretching and toning exercises. Chairs are used for some of the exercises so you always have something there for support if needed. Bouncing balls, stretchy bands, and sponge balls are all utilized in the 45 minute routine. Also, at 9:30 a.m. women 8-ball pool players get together for some fun competition. They welcome new players to join in the fun. After the exercise class at 10:30 a.m., line-dancers get together to do some boot scootin’ to some country music. In the afternoon at 1:00 p.m. canasta and social bridge players arrive ready to try their hands with the cards, hoping for a win. If you would like to play social bridge and have not played here before, please call the Center ahead of time so the number of places at each table can be arranged. A jig saw puzzle is always out ready for a piece to be found.
        Tuesday, Oct. 25 – If you are looking for a faster paced exercise class you should come to the Center and check out the “Zumba with Angie” class. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. It is a quick moving dance/exercise class done to mostly Latin American music. Please wear good sturdy shoes. No slide on types allowed. In the afternoon, games played include; canasta, duplicate bridge, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving. Most card games start around 1:00 p.m. except for duplicate bridge which starts at 12:15 p.m. New players of duplicate bridge, please call the Center ahead of time to make arrangements. Duplicate bridge is played with a partner. Exercise equipment that includes exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use during the afternoon, too. Bingo is played at 2:00 p.m. It is a lot of laughs and everyone wins a prize! We always have a jig saw puzzle out, for all the puzzlers.
        Wednesday, Oct. 26 – Sit ‘n Be Fit exercisers meet up again starting at 9:30 a.m. Women pool players test their pool shooting skills during that time, also. After the exercise class, at 10:30 a.m. line dancers start kicking up their heels as they keep time with the swinging tunes. Remember starting at 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. the flu shot clinic will be held. During the afternoon, games of canasta and other card games are played.  At 2:00 p.m. the birthday celebration will take place with cake and ice cream being served.
         Thursday, Oct. 27 – The free guitar lessons continue every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. You do need to provide your own guitar. At 10:30 a.m. join the Zumba class and move to the jazzy tunes. You must wear good sturdy shoes. Canasta and bridge players start dealing out their cards at 1:00 p.m. A coed pool tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. You are invited to join the fun competition. Bingo has a guest caller on Thursdays and the exciting games begin at 2:00 p.m. Music night musicians start tuning up their instruments at 5:30 p.m. and by 6:00 p.m. they are ready to entertain the audience with country tunes until 8:30 p.m. Snacks are brought in by everyone and served during the evening.
         Friday, Oct. 28 – There are several opportunities available to join a group and meet new people such as; the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, women’s pool playing time, and a painting class which all take place starting at 9:30 a.m. Bring your painting or crafting supplies and share your skills with the art class. At 10:30 a.m., line dancers arrive ready for some high stepping and sliding. Afternoon duplicate bridge begins at 12:15 p.m. and other card games which includes canasta, begin around 1:00 p.m. Stop by the puzzle table and find a piece that is hiding.
         Last weeks reported winners in social bridge were: Sally Simmons, 1st and Barbara Geiser 2nd. Winning partners in duplicate bridge were: Camille Johnston and Lionel Raff, 1st; and Norma Burk and Carolyn Schwabe, 2nd. During the second day of duplicate bridge; winners were: Carl Provence and Gay Lyn Bullock, 1st; and Lionel Raff and Al Perry, 2nd.

Monday, October 10, 2016

Make New Friends at the Stillwater Senior Activity Center



        City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center is a friendly place to meet other people and make some lasting friendships. A large variety of activities are offered that should interest participants age 50 and over. Come check us out. Please note, one flu shot clinic has already been held at the Center but another one is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. This one will be provided by Mays Home Health. No appointments will be taken. It will be a first come first serve basis. There will be no charge if you bring with you, your Medicare card with Part B. Without a card there will be a $25 charge. Hours for participation at the Senior Center are Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and music night is held on Thursday evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The facility is closed on weekends. Stop by 1015 E. 12th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a calendar of events.
        Monday, Oct. 17 – Meet some new people and get an exercise workout at the same time by joining the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class. This class is offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 a.m. You can get a good workout of stretching and toning exercises. Chairs are used for some of the exercises so you always have something there for support if needed. Bouncing balls, stretchy bands, and sponge balls are all utilized in the 45 minute routine. Also, at 9:30 a.m. women’s 8-ball pool players get together for some fun competition. They welcome new players to join in the fun. After the exercise class at 10:30 a.m., line-dancers get together to do some boot scootin’ to some country music. In the afternoon at 1:00 p.m. canasta and social bridge players arrive ready to try their hands with the cards, hoping for a win. If you would like to play social bridge and have not played here before, please call the Center ahead of time so the number of places at each table can be arranged. A jig saw puzzle is always out ready for a piece to be found.
        Tuesday, Oct. 18 – Another exercise class to check out is, “Zumba with Angie”. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. It is a quick moving dance/exercise class done to mostly Latin American music. Please wear good sturdy shoes. No slide on types allowed. In the afternoon, games played include; canasta, duplicate bridge, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving. Most card games start around 1:00 p.m. except for duplicate bridge which starts at 12:15 p.m. New players of duplicate bridge, please call the Center ahead of time to make arrangements. Duplicate bridge is played with a partner. Exercise equipment that includes exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use during the afternoon, too. Bingo is played at 2:00 p.m. It is a lot of laughs and everyone wins a prize! We always have a jig saw puzzle out, for all the puzzlers.
        Wednesday, Oct. 19 – Sit ‘n Be Fit exercisers meet up again starting at 9:30 a.m. Women pool players test their pool shooting skills during that time, also. After the exercise class, at 10:30 a.m. line dancers start kicking up their heels as they keep time with the swinging tunes. During the afternoon, games of canasta and other card games are played. A coed pool tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. You are invited to join the fun competition
         Thursday, Oct. 20 – The new session of free guitar lessons continues every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. You do need to provide your own guitar. At 10:30 a.m. join the Zumba class and move to the jazzy tunes. You must wear good sturdy shoes. Canasta and bridge players start dealing out their cards at 1:00 p.m. Bingo has a guest caller on Thursdays and the exciting games begin at 2:00 p.m. Music night musicians start tuning up their instruments at 5:30 p.m. and by 6:00 p.m. they are ready to entertain the audience with country tunes until 8:30 p.m. Snacks are brought in by everyone and served during the evening.
         Friday, Oct. 21 – Friday mornings will give you several opportunities to join a group and meet new people such as; the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, women’s pool playing time, and a painting class which all take place starting at 9:30 a.m. Bring your painting or crafting supplies and share your skills with the art class. At 10:30 a.m., line dancers arrive ready for some high stepping and sliding. Afternoon duplicate bridge begins at 12:15 p.m. and other card games which includes canasta, begin around 1:00 p.m. Stop by the puzzle table and find a piece that is hiding.
         Last weeks reported winners in social bridge were: Barbara Geiser, 1st and Connie Mennem, 2nd. Winning partners in duplicate bridge were: Sandy Boepple and Gay Lynn Bullock, 1st; and Al Perry and Camille Johnston, 2nd. During the second day duplicate bridge; winners were: Meg Kletke and Adrienne Hyle, 1st; and Lionel Raff and Al Perrry, 2nd. The pool tournament champion this past week was Jack Ventris.

Thursday, October 6, 2016

Get Outside and Check Out the Stillwater Senior Activity Center



        City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center is a great place to come visit while out enjoying the beautiful fall weather. You can take a stroll on the walking trail outside of the building, then come in and relax and check out the many activities offered to participants age 50 and over. Please note, one flu shot clinic has already been held at the Center but another one is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. This one will be provided by Mays Home Health. No appointments will be taken, it is a first come first serve basis. There will be no charge if you bring with you, your Medicare card with Part B. Without a card there will be a $25 charge. Hours for participation at the Senior Center are Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and music night is held on Thursday evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The facility is closed on weekends. Stop by 1015 E. 12th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information and make sure to pick up a calendar of events.
        Monday, Oct. 10 – One of the activities offered is the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class. This class is offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 a.m. You can get a good workout of stretching and toning exercises. Chairs are used for some of the exercises so you always have something there for support if needed. Bouncing balls, stretchy bands, and sponge balls are all utilized in the 45 minute routine. Also, at 9:30 a.m. women’s 8-ball pool players get together for some fun competition. They welcome new players to join in the fun. After the exercise class at 10:30 a.m., line-dancers get together to do some boot scootin’ to some country music. In the afternoon at 1:00 p.m. canasta and social bridge players arrive ready to try their hands with the cards, hoping for a win. If you would like to play social bridge and have not played here before, please call the Center ahead of time so the number of places at each table can be arranged.. A jig saw puzzle is always out ready for a piece to be found.
        Tuesday, Oct. 11 – A faster moving exercise class is also offered. It is, “Zumba with Angie” every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. It is a quicker dance/exercise class done to mostly Latin American music that makes you want to move. Please wear good sturdy shoes. No slide on types allowed. In the afternoon, games played include; canasta, duplicate bridge, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving. Most card games start around 1:00 p.m. except for duplicate bridge which starts at 12:15 p.m. New players of duplicate bridge, please call the Center ahead of time to make arrangements. Duplicate bridge is played with a partner. A coed pool tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. You are invited to join the fun competition Exercise equipment that includes exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use during the afternoon, too. Bingo is played at 2:00 p.m. It is a lot of laughs and everyone wins a prize! We always have a jig saw puzzle out, for all the puzzlers.
        Wednesday, Oct. 12 – It is time to exercise with the Sit ‘n Be Fit exercisers again starting at 9:30 a.m. Women pool players test their pool shooting skills during that time, also. After the exercise class, at 10:30 a.m. line dancers start kicking up their heels as they keep time with the swinging tunes. During the afternoon, games of canasta and other card games are played.
         Thursday, Oct. 13 – A new session of free guitar lessons continues every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. You do need to provide your own guitar. At 10:30 a.m. join the Zumba class and move to the jazzy tunes. You must wear good sturdy shoes. Canasta and bridge players start dealing out their cards at 1:00 p.m. Bingo has a guest caller on Thursdays and the exciting games begin at 2:00 p.m. Music night musicians start tuning up their instruments at 5:30 p.m. and by 6:00 p.m. they are ready to entertain the audience with country tunes until 8:30 p.m. Snacks are brought in by everyone and served during the evening.
         Friday, Oct. 14 – Friday mornings have several activities going on which include; Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, women’s pool, and a painting class which all take place starting at 9:30 a.m. Bring your painting or crafting supplies and share your skills with the art class.  At 10:30 a.m., line dancers arrive ready for some high stepping and sliding. Afternoon duplicate bridge begins at 12:15 p.m. and other card games which includes canasta, begin around 1:00 p.m. Stop by the puzzle table and see how good you are at finding a piece.
         Last weeks reported winners in social bridge were: Beverly Dale, 1st and Lynn Fent, 2nd. Winning partners in duplicate bridge were: Carl Provence and Sandy Boepple, 1st; and Meg Kletke and Adrienne Hyle, 2nd. The pool tournament players are back after a summer break. The champion this past week was Jack Ventris.