Book Review at the Senior Center

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will hold a book review for the, One Book One Community, book read. This will be presented by, Pat Jaynes on Thursday, February 27 at 10:30 a.m. The book is titled, “Fahrenheit 451 by author Ray Bradbury. Everyone is welcome to attend. The Center also offers many activities for seniors 50 and over. You can participate in: card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Also, the Center will be hosting free income tax assistance by AARP trained tax preparers every Monday through Thursday mornings, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., February 3 until April 15. It is a first come first serve basis. Sign in when you arrive. Bring your last year’s tax return if possible and all other necessary information and identification. Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a February calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed.

        Monday, Feb. 24 – Women pool players come join the group on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m. They enjoy several rounds of 8-ball and share lots of laughs together. Also, an artist’s group gets together on Monday and Friday mornings during the same time. They bring their own supplies and offer suggestive ideas for each other. The income tax preparers also arrive by then ready to help until 12:00 noon. Exercise equipment that includes a treadmill, two exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use, too. The afternoon brings out bridge and canasta players, and pool shooters.

        Tuesday, Feb. 25 – If it is time for you to get in shape try out the free exercise class called, Sit ‘n Be Fit, offered at the Center. The class begins at 9:30 a.m. and offers a low impact, 45 minute workout that helps strengthen your muscles. Some are done while sitting and others are done while standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing. This will get you a really good workout!  Tax assistance continues during the morning. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Feb. 26 –Women pool players get together again at 9:30 a.m. for some friendly fellowshipping and fun competition.  Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. The tax preparers are busily working up tax returns. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie, at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is a high action drama entitled, “White House Down”; starring, Jamie Fox.

         Thursday, Feb 27 –Check out the exercise class called Sit ‘n Be Fit. It begins at 9:30 a.m. AARP income tax help is still available, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. Remember the 10:30 a.m. book review on the book, “Fahrenheit 451”. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun!

         Friday, Feb. 28 – Pool playing and painting are activities that are popular on Friday mornings starting at 9:30 a.m. The women pool players have a good time lining up their shots and sharing friendly conversations. The painters will be at it again, also. Bring your painting supplies and get creative. Exercise equipment is also available for use. During the afternoon, games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and a men’s pool tournament will be played.

          Winners announced last week were: for social bridge; Dollie McClary, 1^st; and Patricia Logan, 2^nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners: Al Perry and Lionel Raff, 1^st, and Lucy Robinson, Penny Sizemore, Murna Raff, and Seham El Sharif; all tied for 2^nd. Winner of the men’s pool tournament was, Vic Berryman. Wii bowling was played and the one with the highest score was Dennis Morrow and next high was Louella Harshman.

Celebrate February Birthdays at the Stillwater Senior Activity Center

   

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will hold a pot-luck birthday luncheon to celebrate participant’s February birthdays on Friday, February 14 at 12:00 noon. Bring a food dish to share or pay $3/person and come enjoy the celebration and delicious food. Also, the Center will be hosting free income tax assistance by AARP trained tax preparers every Monday through Thursday mornings, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., February 3 until April 15. No appointments are needed, it is a first come first serve basis. Bring your last year’s tax return if possible and all other necessary information and identification. The Center offers many activities for seniors 50 and over. You can participate in: card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a February calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed.

        Monday, Feb. 10 – Monday mornings, women pool players and a painting group arrive after the doors open at 9:30 a.m. The income tax preparers also arrive by then ready to help until 12:00 noon. Exercise equipment that includes a treadmill, two exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use, too. The afternoon brings out bridge and canasta players, and pool shooters.

        Tuesday, Feb. 11 – A free exercise class called, Sit ‘n Be Fit starts at 9:30 a.m. The class offers a low impact, 45 minute workout that helps strengthen your muscles. Some are done while sitting and others are done while standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing. This will get you a really good workout!  Tax assistance continues during the morning. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Feb. 12 – Women pool players get together again at 9:30 a.m. for some friendly fellowshipping and fun competition.  Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. The tax preparers are busily working up tax returns. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie, at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is a dramatic action film based on true events, entitled, “Captain Phillips”, starring Tom Hanks. 

         Thursday, Feb 13 – AARP income tax help is still available, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Get in shape by joining the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, offered at 9:30 a.m. The class will provide a good stretching and toning for your body. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun! A men’s pool tournament will also be held at 1:00. Join the competition.

         Friday, Feb. 14 – Pool playing skills are practiced again by the women starting at 9:30 a.m.  The painters will be at it again, also. Bring your painting supplies and get creative. Exercise equipment is also available for use. At 12:00 noon the birthday pot-luck luncheon will begin. Following the luncheon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and pool/snooker will be played.

          Winners announced last week were: for social bridge; Penny Sizemore, 1^st; and Norma Burk, 2^nd. Duplicate bridge winning partners: Lucy Robinson and Penny Sizemore, 1^st, and Murna Raff and Seham El Sharif, 2^nd. Wii bowling has gotten popular again and winners were reported as; Evelyn Smith, highest score; and Dennis Morrow, next highest.

Income Tax Assistance at the Senior Center

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will be hosting AARP trained income tax preparers starting Monday, February 3. They will be offering free tax assistance every Monday through Thursday mornings until April 15. Their hours are 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and no appointments are necessary. Bring your last year’s tax return if possible and all other necessary information and identification. The Center offers many activities for seniors 50 and over. You can participate in: card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed.

        Monday, Feb. 3 – Income tax help starts this morning at 9:30 a.m. through 12:00 noon. Also, going on during the morning is, women pool playing time and a painting class. The pool players get exercise walking around the tables and stretching for just the right shot. The artists like to get together and share their skills and enjoy the social time spent with each other. Exercise equipment that includes a treadmill, two exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use, too. The afternoon brings out bridge and canasta players, and pool shooters.

        Tuesday, Feb. 4 – A free exercise class called, Sit ‘n Be Fit starts at 9:30 a.m. The class offers a low impact, 45 minute workout that helps strengthen your muscles. Some are done while sitting and others are done while standing next to your chair utilizing hand weights, stretch bands, and bouncing balls. Afterwards, stay and practice some boot scootin’ line dancing. This will get you a really good workout!  Tax assistance continues during the morning. In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Feb. 5 – The women get out their pool sticks again after the doors open at 9:30 a.m. Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. The tax preparers are busily working up tax returns. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie, at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is a drama based on historic events. The film is, “The Butler”. 

         Thursday, Feb 6 – AARP income tax help is still available, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Get in shape by joining the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, offered at 9:30 a.m. The class will provide a good stretching and toning for your body. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun!

         Friday, Feb. 7 – Pool playing skills are practiced again by the women starting at 9:30 a.m.  The painters will be at it again, also. Bring your painting supplies and get creative. Exercise equipment is also available for use. Games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and pool/snooker begin in the afternoon.

          Duplicate bridge winners for last week were: Meg Kletke and Carolyn Schwabe, 1^st, and Norma Burk and Treca Baer, 2^nd. Social bridge and Texas Hold’em were not played.

Check out the Senior Center

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center offers many activities for seniors 50 and over. During the week, you can participate in: card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed. Come investigate the fun!

        Monday, Jan. 27 – The women pool players start the morning off at 9:30 a.m. They have a great time and share a lot of laughs during several rounds of 8-ball. Also, a group of artists get together during the morning and enjoy sharing their creative ideas with each other. Exercise equipment that includes a treadmill, two exercise bikes, and a weight set are available for use, too. The afternoon brings out bridge and canasta players, and pool shooters.

        Tuesday, Jan. 28 – A free exercise class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. The class is called, Sit ‘n Be Fit and the exercises are low impact, and good for strength and flexibility. Some are done while sitting and others are done 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. This will get you a really good workout!  In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Jan. 29 – The women get out their pool sticks again after the doors open at 9:30 a.m. Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie, at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is an animated film entitled:  “Monsters University”. 

         Thursday, Jan. 30 – It is time to exercise again. Come join the free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class, offered at 9:30 a.m. The class will provide a good stretching and toning for your body. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun!

         Friday, Jan. 31 – Pool balls will be dropping in to the pockets starting at 9:30 a.m. as women’s pool time gets under way. The painters will be at it again, also. Bring your painting supplies and get creative. Exercise equipment is also available for use. Games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and pool/snooker begin in the afternoon. A men’s pool tournament will held at 1:00 p.m. Senior men, come join the competitive fun!

          Winners for last week games were: for social bridge: Cindy Smith, 1^st, and Norma Burk, 2^nd; duplicate bridge; Murna Raff and Seham El Sherif, 1^st, and Terry Miller and Camille Johnston, 2^nd. The Texas Hold’em champions for the week were;  Darrell Davis and Chestine Crane.

 

Senior Center closed for MLK Jr. Day

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center will be closed Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day. Regular activities resume on Tuesday. You can enjoy many activities during the week, such as: card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a January calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed.

        Monday, Jan. 20 – Center will be closed.

        Tuesday, Jan. 21 – Check out the free exercise class, called Sit ‘n Be Fit at 9:30 a.m. This class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. The exercises are low impact, and good for strength and flexibility. Some are done while sitting and others are done 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. This will get you a really good workout!  In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Jan. 22 – Pool balls start falling at 9:30 a.m. The women pool players take aim for some friendly competitive games. Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie, at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is a high action film entitled:  “Man of Steel”. 

         Thursday, Jan. 23 – A free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class is offered at 9:30 a.m. This class will give you a good toning workout for your muscles. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun!

         Friday, Jan. 24 – The women pool players are back again for some more fun beginning at 9:30 a.m. Also, a painting group comes in during that same time. They get creative with their paints and canvases. If you would like to join them, bring your art supplies and artistic ideas. Exercise equipment is also available for use. Games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and pool/snooker begin in the afternoon. 

          Winners for last week games were: for social bridge: Norma Burk, 1^st, and Penny Sizemore, 2^nd; duplicate bridge; Al Perry and Lionel Raff, 1^st, and Terry Miller and Camille Johnston, 2^nd. A men’s pool tournament was held and the champion was Wayne Vinson. The Texas Hold’em winner for the week was Darrell Davis.

Its Warm at the Senior Center

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center participants will make you feel welcome while you enjoy many activities such as; card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a January calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed.

        Monday, Jan. 13 – Pool balls are falling every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings as the senior women pool players take aim at the cue ball starting at 9:30 a.m.  An artist’s group also arrives about the same time ready to get creative with their paints. They bring in their own supplies and help each other with ideas and questions they might have about their artwork. Other crafters are welcome to bring their projects and join the group, also. The Center has an exercise room with exercise bikes and a weight set for senior use. The afternoon crowd arrives around 12:30 p.m. to play games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving.

        Tuesday, Jan. 14 – Time to get started on your New Year’s resolution of getting in shape.  Check out the free exercise class, called Sit ‘n Be Fit at 9:30 a.m. This class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. The exercises are low impact, and good for strength and flexibility. Some are done while sitting and others are done 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. This will get you a really good workout!  In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Jan. 15 – Bring your pool stick or use one from the Center and join the women pool players for some friendly competitive games. The fun starts at 9:30 a.m.  Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie, at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is a drama based on a true event entitled:  “Parkland”.  Join the pool players in a coed pool tournament at 1:00 p.m.

         Thursday, Jan. 16 – A free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class is offered at 9:30 a.m. This class will give you a good toning workout for your muscles. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun!

         Friday, Jan. 17 – As soon as the doors open at 9:30 a.m., women pool players and the painting group will arrive, anxious to get started at the pool tables and at their canvases. Exercise equipment is also available for use. Games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and pool/snooker begin in the afternoon.  

          Due to the past holidays, there are no winners to report. The bridge groups and Texas Hold’em players did not meet.

The New Year is Underway!

        The City of Stillwater Senior Activity Center participants are ready to start a new year by enjoying many activities such as; card games, exercise class, art class, pool and snooker, bingo, line dancing, Wii games, exercise equipment, movies, and a music night. Also, on Friday, January 10 at 12:00 noon the January birthday pot-luck luncheon will be held. You can bring a food dish to share or pay $3/person. Come enjoy the delicious meal and friendly fellowshipping.  Stop by 1015 E. 12^th Ave. or call 405-747-8080 for more information. Make sure to pick up a January calendar of events when you stop by. 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. Also, please remember with the weather changes coming, if the Stillwater Public Schools are closed the Senior Activity Center will also be closed.

        Monday, Jan. 6 – Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings women pool players come to the Center to practice their pool shooting skills and take part in some fun competition starting at 9:30 a.m.  Also, an artist’s group arrives about the same time. They bring in their own supplies and help each other with ideas and questions they might have about their artwork. Other crafters are welcome to bring their projects and join the group, also. The Center has an exercise room with exercise bikes and a weight set for senior use. The afternoon crowd arrives around 12:30 p.m. to play games of bridge, canasta, dominoes, pool/snooker, and jig-saw puzzle solving.

        Tuesday, Jan. 7 – Start your New Year’s resolution of getting in shape now, by checking out the free exercise class, called Sit ‘n Be Fit at 9:30 a.m. This class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. The exercises are low impact, and good for strength and flexibility. Some are done while sitting and others are done 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. This will get you a really good workout!  In the afternoon, games include; canasta, duplicate bridge, dominoes, pitch, pool/snooker and jig-saw puzzle solving. 

         Wednesday, Jan. 8 – The women pool players will be at it again after the doors open at 9:30 a.m. They have a good time, so bring your pool stick or use one from the Center and join the fun! Also, Wii games are played on Wednesday morning at the same opening time. Then, in the afternoon games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, pool and snooker are played along with an afternoon movie at 2:00 p.m. The movie for this week is a basketball true event film entitled:  “Coach Carter”.

         Thursday, Jan. 9 – The free Sit ‘n Be Fit exercise class at 9:30 a.m. will give you a good toning workout of your muscles. If you would like some more exercise, stay after class and join the line dancing group that meets at 10:30 a.m. They really get to moving and can work up a sweat while having fun. In the afternoon, get in a game of canasta, dominoes, pool or snooker. At 2:00 p.m. a wild game of bingo takes place. Everyone is a winner. Don’t miss out on the fun!

         Friday, Jan. 10 – The Center opens at 9:30 a.m. and the women pool players are waiting at the door ready to practice their pool shots. The painting group is also there with their paints, brushes and canvases, eager to get creative and exchange ideas. Exercise equipment is also available for use. The birthday pot-luck luncheon will begin at 12:00 noon. Games of canasta, Texas Hold’em, and pool/snooker begin in the afternoon.  

          Champions for various games held last week were: social bridge winners; Cloyann Fent, Anna Cooper, and Wally Reynolds all tied for 1^st place. Duplicate bridge partners did not meet this week. Texas Hold’em champion for the week was: Darrell Davis.  Also a men’s 9-ball pool tournament was held and the winner was Dwight Wilkins.