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VOLUME 22, ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2018
December 2018
Verona Senior Center
News & Notes…..2
Events, Trips, and
Activities……...3-7
Movies………….8
Calendar……….9
Salad Menu..….10
Menu….…...…..11
Health &Wellness
……………12-13
Holiday Fun...…14
Case Manager
News...………...15
In and Out…….16
Volunteer
Opportunities….17
Resources and
Groups…….18-19
Transportation....20
Community Events
& Holiday Cookie
Recipe………21
Sunshine Report.22
Contact info and
Building Hours…23
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
g{x December Chronicle 2018
Verona Senior Center
Verona Senior Center
108 Paoli Street Verona, WI 53593
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Open Thursdays from 8:30 am-7:00 pm
Phone: (608) 845-7471 Fax: (608) 848-2784
Website: www.veronaactiveadults.org
“Like” Us on Facebook: Verona Senior Center
December Birthday and
Anniversary Party
Kat Trio clarinet, piano, and violin.
Friday, December 21
Lunch at 11:30 AM, Cost is $5.00
Entertainment at 12:30 PM
50/50 Raffle!!!!!!!!
RSVP 845-7471 by 12 NOON,
Monday, December 17
Free to City of Verona seniors or active
volunteers who have a
Birthday or anniversary in December.
Let us know if you want to be
added to our weekly Senior Center
Updates!!!!!!
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News & Notes
December in Wisconsin marks the
reappearance of a familiar sight, the “winter
waddle” - people swathed in heavy coats and
boots, cautiously making their way along
ice-coated sidewalks. If you haven’t already laid
in a supply of sand and salt for your sidewalks,
best do it now before the rush that follows the
first snow leaves store shelves empty. On snowy
mornings, we are grateful that the City’s Street
Department makes it a priority to have the
Senior Center’s parking lot and sidewalks cleared
before we open our doors. Keep in mind that
whenever Verona schools are closed due to
inclement weather, the Senior Center also
closes. When that happens, home delivered and
congregate meals will be cancelled, so be sure to
keep a few non-perishable staples on hand just
in case. We will do our best to communicate
closings to you, whether by email messages,
phone calls, website postings, or by adding our
closing to those listed on local television
stations.
Many thanks to all the volunteers who did such a
great job of decorating the Senior Center for the
holidays. It looks beautiful! We hope you will
join us for the special holiday events planned for
December, and that you will also have the
opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family
during the holidays.
Please note the Senior Center will be closed
Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25 for
Christmas. We are open on New Year’s Eve
but will be closed Tuesday, January 1 for
New Year’s Day. Happy Holidays!
Mary
Health Bits from Nurse Barbara
While most of us enjoy the holiday season,
we have to be aware if the STRESS in can
cause. The rush of parties, gift shopping, and
decorating can be overwhelming! Here are
some tips for overcoming stress and
depression during the Holidays.
�� Keep Realistic Expectations
�� Learn to say NO
�� Laugh. Laughter is the best medicine
�� Get enough sleep
�� Start new traditions or stick with the old
ones
�� Get enough sunlight and exercise
�� Limit your alcohol intake
�� Delegate responsibilities
�� Don’t pay for everything
�� Keep your eating habits healthy
Have a happy, stress free, healthy, Holiday
Season!
Nurse Barbara
THE CHRONICLE ~ DECEMBER 2018 | 3
Holiday Happenings
Chili Supper and Tree Lighting
Friday, December 7 4:30-7:00 PM
We are again joining with the Verona Fire Department and the Verona Area Chamber of
Commerce to make the annual Holiday Tree Lighting a fun evening for the whole
community. The Firemen will serve their famous chili. Santa will be available for pictures,
and there will be lots of other activities for the youngsters. We are responsible for
supplying volunteers and providing the treats for the dessert trays. Bring your baked
goods (or store bought) to the Senior Center Friday, Dec 7, between 8 AM
and 3 PM. Please cut treats into serving size pieces and use containers that we do not
have to return. If you would like to sign up to volunteer at the event please call or stop
by the Senior Center 845-7471. There will be a sign up sheet at the front desk!
Events and Activities
Old Time Accordion Music
Monday, December 3 at 12:30 PM
Bill Niederberger will be here to lead us in a
wide range of Old Time accordion music and a
fun game of “Name that Tune”
Music Sponsored by: Pat and Jerry Eggen
Holding Space: Bringing the Moon and
Mars to Verona
By: The UW-Madison Geology Museum
Monday, December 10 at 10:00 AM
For many years, our focus as a nation was to put
a human on the Moon. Currently scientists and
explorers have their eyes on Mars. Come learn
about the Apollo moon landing missions, the
Mars rover missions, and the importance of
putting humans on Mars in this 40 minute
presentation. Also the UW Geology Museum, in
partnership with NASA, is collecting stories
from people in the community who might
remember experiencing the moon landings
(through TV, radio, etc.). If you would like to
share your story with us, we will be bringing
audio recording equipment to preserve your
experience! Finally, we would love to share
our museum with you by giving a free,
space-centric tour on Monday, December
17at10AM.Transportation will be provided
through Badger Bus. Please sign up at the
Senior Center 845-7471.
Rendever Virtual Reality Tours
Fridays, Dec. 7 & 28 10:30-11:15 AM
Come and take a virtual reality tour with us!
December 14: VR Adventures
VR Rollercoaster Ride, rowing down the river,
skiing in the Rockies, camel ride in the Sahara,
and a balloon popping game!
December 28: Animals around the World
Walk with the Penguins, animals in the West,
wild elephants, kissed by a gorilla, box of
kittens, swim with the dolphins, and a balloon
popping game!
Sign up at the Senior Center or by calling
845-7471. This program is limited to 6
participants at a time. Bring your
grandchildren!!!!
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Computer Questions Plus…
Friday, Dec. 21 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Rich Bartlett will talk on the topic of
How to get started with Facebook. As
always, bring your questions!!!! If you would
like to view previous presentations that
Rich has done go to the website
www.veronaareaactiveadults.org and click
on Activities.
Tech Time with Tim
Two Wednesdays in December
4:30 or 5:00 PM Appointments
Please call the Senior Center for dates
Tim will answer questions about computers,
phones, and digital devices. Space is limited,
so please call 845-7471 for an appointment.
This is a FREE service to you!!!!!!
Events & Activities
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com Verona Area Active Adults, Verona, WI A 4C 01-1435
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AND DEMENTIA CARE
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“500” Game Winners
10/5/18 Winners
Lyn Elver: 1480
Judy Hable: 1230
10/11/18 Winners
Dorothy Schwenn: 2120
Allen Hable: 1890
10/18/18 Winners
Phil Meier: 2540
Allen Hable: 1730
Capitol PT Presentation
Thursday, December 6 at 10:00 AM
December topic is yet to be determined!
UW Pharmacy Health Presentation
Friday, December 7 10:00-10:45 AM
Lifestyle Modifications
Acrylic Painting with Carol Ann
Mondays, 1:00– 3:00 PM
Next class will be February 25
Join the Choir!
Thursday, Dec. 27 at 10:00 AM
Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to spend
some time once a month singing with others?
Then come on this day to learn more! No
experience necessary!!!
New Years Celebration with
Elvis Presley
Dec. 28 from 5:00-7:00 PM
Join us as we ring in the New Year!!!! Tony
Rocker will be performing many Elvis songs
and there will be some of Elvis's favorite
snacks served!!!! Count down to the New
Year at 7PM. Hope to see you there.
“Thank you very much”!
Events and Activities
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Hand and Foot Mondays, 1 - 3 PM
No Hand and Foot 12/24
Mah-Jongg Tuesdays, 10 AM - 12 PM
No Mah-Jongg 12/25
Euchre
Tues., 1:00-3:30 PM.
$1.00 person. Please arrive 5-10
minutes early to register. No one will
be added to the game after the bell
rings at 1PM.
No Euchre 12/25
Bridge Wed., 12:30 - 4 PM.
1st Wed., meet in Fireside Room
Mexican Train
Dominoes
Wed., 12:45 PM.
Bingo
Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:30 PM.
2 cards for $1.00 for the hour
“500” Thursdays at 1:30 PM.
Game Night Thursdays, 6 PM.
A variety of games available!
Games for everyone!
10/25/18
Phil Meier: 2430
Bernice Hamilton: 1800
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(608) 845-6403
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FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY: Fried Cod all you can eat $12.49
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SugarwooD A P A R T M E N T S
1 and 2 bedroom apartments for Seniors 55+
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For Information Call (608) 424-9980
FREE popcorn is served during all movies!
Dr. Seuss How the Grinch
Stole Christmas
Friday, December 14
12:30 PM
Discover the magic of the Mean One
this holiday season! The Grinch is a
celebration of the holiday spirit no
home should be without. Why is
The Grinch such a grouch? No one
seems to know, until little Cindy Lou
Who takes matters into her own hands and turns both
Whoville and The Grinch's world upside down, inside
out... and funny side up in her search for the true meaning
of Christmas.
It’s a Wonderful Life
Friday, December 28
12:30 PM
George Bailey has spent his entire
life giving of himself to the people of
Bedford Falls. He has always longed
to travel but never had the
opportunity in order to prevent rich
skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over
the entire town. All that prevents
him from doing so is George's modest building and loan
company, which was founded by his generous father. But
on Christmas Eve, George's Uncle Billy loses the
business's $8,000 while intending to deposit it in the
bank. Potter finds the misplaced money and hides it from
Billy. When the bank examiner discovers the shortage
later that night, George realizes that he will be held
responsible and sent to jail and the company will collapse,
finally allowing Potter to take over the town. Thinking of
his wife, their young children, and others he loves will be
better off with him dead, he contemplates suicide.
Great Courses: DVD Series
What Einstein Got Wrong
Mondays, December 10 - January 7
(No course on Dec. 24)
1:00-2:30 PM
Dan Hooper is a senior scientist and the
head of the Theoretical Astrophysics Group
at the Fermi National Accelerator
Laboratory. He is an Assoc. Prof. of
Astronomy and Astrophysics in Chicago.
He received his Ph.D. in physics from the
UW Madison. He is an author of 2 books
Dark Cosmos and Natures Blueprint.
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Movie Matinees
All Movies start at 12:30 unless specified!!!!!
All films are purchased through VUDU.com. The
synopses for films are provided by VUDU.
THE CHRONICLE ~ DECEMBER 2018 | 9
ACTIVITY CALENDAR December 2018
MON TUES WED THURS FRI
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Foot Care
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Bus to Hilldale Mall
Madison
12:30 Old Time Accordion
Music
1:00 Hand and Foot
No Great Courses
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9:00 Foot Reflexology
9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Core Strength
9:30 Hometown Helpers
10:00 Caregivers Support
Group and Club 108
10:00 Mah-Jongg
1:00 Euchre
1:00/6:00 Stamping Group
5:00 Weight Watchers
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9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Arthritis Exercise Class
9:30-2 Wellness Nurse
9:30 Knitting Group
10:00 Club 108
10:00 Functional MELT
11:00 MELT
12:30 Bridge
12:45 Mexican Train
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 OTS: West Towne
10:00 Capitol PT
Presentation
12:30 Bingo
1:30 “500”
2:00 Core Strength
4:00 Line Dancing
6:00 Game Night
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8:45 Yoga
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 UW Pharmacy
Lifestyle Modifications
10:00 Tai Chi II
11:15 Tai Chi I�
4:30-7:00 Chili Supper and
Tree Lighting
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Foot Care
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Bus to Shopko West
10:00 UW Geology
Presentation
1:00 Hand and Foot
1:00-2:30 New Great
Courses; What Einstein Got
Wrong # 1-3
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9:00 Chair Massage
9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Core Strength
10:00 Mah-Jongg
10:00 Man-Talk
10:15 Card Making
1:00 Euchre
5:00 Weight Watchers
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9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Arthritis Exercise Class
9:30-2 Wellness Nurse
9:30 Knitting Group
10:00 Club 108
10:00 Functional MELT
11:00 MELT
12:30 Bridge
12:30 Book Club
12:45 Mexican Train
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Foot Reflexology
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:30 Healthy Lifestyles
12:30 Bingo
1:30 “500”
2:00 Core Strength
3:00 Vets Group
4:00 Line Dancing
6:00 Game Night
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8:45 Yoga
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Tai Chi II
10:00 Palace Theater Trip
10:30-11:15 Rendever
Virtual Reality Tours: VR
Adventures
11:15 Tai Chi I
12:30 Movie: Dr. Seuss
How the Grinch Stole
Christmas
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Foot Care
9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Foot Reflexology
9:30 UW Geology Tour: RSVP
10:00 Bus to Shopko West
10:00 Changes in Aging
Group
1:00 Hand and Foot
1:00-2:30 Great Courses
What Einstein Got Wrong # 4-6
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9:00 Chair Massage
9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Core Strength
10:00 Caregivers Support
Group & Club 108
10:00 OTS: Hy-Vee/Aldi
10:00 Mah-Jongg
1:00 Euchre
5:00 Weight Watchers
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9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Arthritis Exercise Class
9:30-2 Wellness Nurse
9:30 Knitting Group
10:00 Club 108
No Functional MELT
No MELT
12:30 Bridge
12:45 Mexican Train
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Foot Reflexology
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 OTS: Walmart West
10:00 Parkinson's Group
12:30 Bingo
1:30 “500”
2:00 Core Strength
4:00 Line Dancing
6:00 Game Night
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8:45 Yoga
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Facebook w/ Rich
10:00 Tai Chi II
11:15 Tai Chi I
11:30 Birthday/
Anniversary Lunch -
RSVP by noon 12/17
12:30 For Kat Trio
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Senior Center
Closed
Happy
Holidays!!!!
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Senior Center
Closed
Happy
Holidays!!!!
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9:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 Arthritis Exercise Class
9:30-2 Wellness Nurse
9:30 Knitting Group
10:00 Club 108
No Functional MELT
No MELT
12:30 Bridge
12:45 Mexican Train
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Choir Practice
12:30 Bingo
1:30 “500”
2:00 Core Strength
4:00 Line Dancing
6:00 Game Night
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8:45 Yoga
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Tai Chi II
10:30-11:15 Rendever
Virtual Reality Tours:
Animals Around the
World
11:15 Tai Chi I
12:30 Movie: It’s a
Wonderful Life �
5:00-7:00 New Years Party
with Tony Rocker
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8:45 Keeping Fit
9:00 Coffee Hour
10:00 Bus to Agrace Hospice
Thrift Store
1:00 Hand and Foot
1:00-2:30 Great Courses:
What Einstein Got Wrong # 7-9
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Salad Options for December
Please take a look at the Salad Options insert in your Chronicle.
Thank you!
THE CHRONICLE ~ DECEMBER 2018 | 11
December Menu
Please take a look at the December Menu insert in your Chronicle.
Thank you!
12 | VERONA AREA ACTIVE ADULTS
Health and Wellness
Payments for all exercise classes go
directly to the exercise instructors. The
Senior Center does not take payments
for exercise classes. Please continue to
sign in for each of your classes with your
scan card. Thank you! Happy Exercising!!!
Listed below are the descriptions and fees for
all the exercise classes we offer. Please let your
instructor know if you have any questions!
CURRENT EXERCISE CLASSES
Keeping Fit: Shannon Maguire
Mondays & Thursdays at 8:45 AM
No Class 12/24
$50 Punch Card for 10 Classes
(Punch card does not expire)
This exercise program is a mixture of aerobic
exercises, weight training, mobility and balance
improvement. We use stretch bands and balls.
Core Strength : Alasa Wiest
Tuesdays at 9:00 AM
Thursdays at 2:00 PM
No Class 12/25
This is a FREE Class.
Having a strong core is extremely important as
it supports the spine and aids in balance. We
will not only work our abdominal muscles, but
also the muscles of the back and hips. Planks,
Superman’s, Squats, hand weights, and balancing
on the floor or with a chair are included.
Arthritis Exercise Class
Wednesdays, 9:00-10:00 AM
$40 for 6 weeks. Drop-in $10 per class.
Physical activity is considered the most
effective non-drug treatment for reducing pain
and improving movement in many types of
arthritis. This program is led by a Certified
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Specialist Ron
Dorr. It is designed with gentle movements
that help increase joint flexibility, range of
motion, and muscle strength. Participants of
this class are given the tools to help them
increase functional ability to do things with
less pain.
Functional Fit MELT: Liron Weiss
Wednesdays: 10:00 AM
$50 for 8 weeks /Drop-in $10 per class
No Class 12/19 or 12/26
If you can't get up and down from the floor or
have any unique conditions such as walking
with a cane or using a wheel chair, this MELT
class is for you! This class will mostly use
specialized MELT Hand and Foot Treatment
Balls to stimulate your connective tissue and
nervous system.
MELT Class: Liron Weiss
Wednesdays: 11:00 AM
No Class 12/19 or 12/26
$50 for 8 weeks
Drop-in $10 per class
Using specialized soft body rollers and small
MELT Hand and Foot Treatment Balls you will
learn how to reduce inflammation, ease
chronic neck and low-back strain, improve
alignment, and enhance athletic performance.
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Health and Wellness
Tai Chi: Jody Curley
Fridays:
10:00 AM Level II 11:15 AM Level I
$35 for 8 weeks $10 for Drop in
Tai Chi Balance II:
Instruction in a Yang Style Tai Chi Short Form.
Slow, fluid movements which maintain and im-
prove alignment and balance, flexibility,
strength and concentration. A more complex
movement sequence than Tai Chi I. Standing.
Tai Chi Balance I:
Instruction in Chi Kung (breath and energy
practice for health) and beginning Tai Chi
Form movements. Slow, fluid movement pat-
terns which maintain and improve alignment
and balance, flexibility, strength and concentra-
tion. Shorter, less complex movement se-
quences than Tai Chi II - a good class to begin
your Tai Chi practice. Students will be standing
unless a chair is needed for support.
Line Dancing: Marlene Cordes
Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 PM
$20 for a 4-week class
$30 for 4 classes of your choosing
(Must be used within 3 months)
$10 for Drop in
Join the dancing fun with beginner line dancing!
Easy dances to all kinds of music.
Yoga: Shannon Maguire
Fridays at 8:45 AM
$50 Punch Card for 10 Classes
(Punch card does not expire)
Anyone can do yoga and stretching in this
class. The exercises can be modified.
Services Requiring Appointments
Call 845-7471 to schedule an appointment.
Please make checks payable to the provider.
Foot Care Clinic - $22
Mondays, December 3, 10, 17
No appointments 12/24
15-minute appointments begin at 9:00 AM
Service provider: Home Health United
Bring two towels. Fingernails $10.00 extra.
Foot Reflexology
$20 for 30 min., $40 for 60 min.
Tuesday, December 4 (9:00-2:30)
Monday, December 17 (9:00– Noon)
Thursday, December 20 (9:00-Noon)
The application of pressure to nerves in the
feet increases circulation, provides a
balancing effect, relaxes muscles, & enhances
well-being.
Chair Massage with Gary
$10 for 15 min., $20 for 30 min.
Tuesdays, December 11, 18
Appointments begin at 9:00 AM
Relax & enjoy the benefits of a massage to
the neck, head, back, shoulders, and arms.
Free Drop-In Wellness Services
No Appointment Necessary!
Wellness Checks with Nurse Barbara
Wednesdays, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Weight/blood pressure/blood sugar checks.
Holiday Fun!!!!!
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Case Management
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In and Out
Where can I pick up a Chronicle?
A free copy of The Chronicle is available
for pick-up at Verona Senior Center,
Verona Public Library, Verona City Hall,
Verona Vision, and Miller’s Grocery Store.
You may also view the Chronicle on line!
www.veronaactiveadults.org
Sign In, Please!
Please sign in for all programs, classes,
activities, and events you attend. Your input
helps us plan and fund for programs and
services. If you don’t have a scan card, we
will be happy to make one.
Weekly Email Update
If you would like to be added to our email
list for updates on classes, activities or
events, such as class cancellations or event
changes, please email Michele at
Case Manager Outreach Visits
Stop by and visit with our Case Managers at the
locations and times listed below. They can help you
find resources & services.
Verona Library: 2
nd
Monday, 1 - 2 PM
Sugar Creek: 1
st
Tuesday, 2 -3 PM
Prairie Oaks II: 2
nd
Tuesday, 2 - 3 PM
Evia: 4
th
Tuesday, 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Schettler Terrace: 1
st
Thursday, 2 - 3 PM
Park Verona: 3
rd
Thursday, 2 - 3 PM
Noel Manor: 4
th
Thursday, 2 - 3 PM
MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC!!
We are trying to bring in more musical
entertainment in 2019. Although we know this
will be a wonderful addition, it will take
additional money to achieve. If you would like
to see our Senior Center provide more music
in 2019, we ask you to consider donating to the
Friends of Verona Senior Center.
Got time? Like people? Want a free lunch?
Call Alasa at 608/845-7471 to find out more!
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Hours:
M-F: 6:30am-8:30pm Sat. & Sun.:
7:00am-5:00pm
Yoga for Seniors Senior Yoga
Strength & BalanceWednesdays @ 8:30am
Class is by donationEveryone welcomeSuggested donation $3
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Resources and Groups
Please call 845-7471 with any questions regarding these services.
Changes Related to Aging
3rd Monday at 10:00 AM
Round table discussion about the concerns,
challenges, and losses we face as we get older.
Carol Doolin will facilitate this discussion.
RSVP Verona Hometown Helpers
Welcoming New Members!!!!
1st Tuesday at 9:30 AM
Come share your knitting/crocheting/sewing
talents with RSVP volunteers who gather
monthly at the Verona Senior Center to make
items for donation to Dane County
nonprofits! They socialize and share creative
ideas while creating handcrafted items (i.e.
hats, scarves, shawls, totes, afghans, quilts, etc.)
to help keep our community warm, comforted
and safe. If you are interested in more
information, contact RSVP Group Projects
Coordinator, Kate Seal by email at
[email protected] or phone, 608-310-7280.
Man - Talk
2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
No Man-Talk 12/25
Literature Lovers Book Club
2nd Wednesday at 12:30 PM
The December book club selection will be A
Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Books
are available at the Reception Desk.
Caregivers Support Group
1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
All caregivers or former caregivers
welcome! No RSVP required.
Club 108
1st & 3rd Tuesdays 10 - 11:30 AM
Every Wed. 10 -11:30 AM
Club 108 is an activity program for
individuals with early memory loss.
Weight Watchers - Tuesdays
Weigh-ins at 5 PM, meetings at 5:30PM
AA Meetings
Wellness Clinic - Thursdays at 1:00 PM
All meetings are confidential.
Veterans Group
2nd Thursday at 3:00 PM
Vets from all branches of service welcome!
Healthy Lifestyles
2nd Thursday at 10:30 AM
Stay tuned for December topic.
Parkinson’s Group
3rd Thursday at 10:00 AM
Stay tuned for December topic.
Groups
Verona Stampers Group
1st Tuesday of every month
1:00/6:00 PM. Drop in anytime!
Share your ideas for stamped greeting card
designs and get ideas from your fellow
stampers! Bring your own projects and
supplies from home. No cost to attend.
Card Making Class
2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:15 AM
Join Teresa Schultz with Stampin’ Up for
card making. The cost of the class is $10.
Please RSVP by Tuesday, Dec. 4
to Teresa Schultz:
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Transportation
Please call 845-7471 by 12 NOON the day before to schedule van rides!
Call by noon on Friday to schedule Monday rides.
Daily Transportation in Verona
Low-cost transportation details:
�� Monday-Friday, 10 AM - 2:30 PM
�� Wednesday rides are limited to Miller’s
Grocery Store, and trips to the Senior
Center for lunch or nurse visits
�� The van is wheelchair accessible
�� Riders must be City of Verona residents
�� Destinations must be within city limits
�� Maximum 2 stops per person/per trip
�� Round trip to the Senior Center $1.00
�� Round trip to other Verona sites $2.00
�� Please pay the van driver directly
Out-of-Town Shopping
Pick up/drop off at your Verona home!
Monday Shopping Trips
Monday, Dec 3: Hilldale Mall Madison
Monday, Dec 10: Shopko West
Monday, Dec 31: Agrace Hospice Thrift
Tuesday/Thursday Shopping Trips
Thursday, Dec. 6: West Towne
Thursday,Dec. 20 Walmart West
Tuesday, Dec. 18 Hy-Vee/Aldi
Out-of-Town Shopping Trip Info:
Depart 10:00 AM, Return Pick Up 12:15 PM.
Back in Verona by 1:00 PM.
Suggested Donation: $4.00 Roundtrip
Please make payments directly to the driver.
Medical Appointment RSVP Rides
Call 2-3 days in advance to schedule
rides with RSVP drivers to medical
appointments outside of Verona!
�� Riders must be able to get in & out of a
passenger car without assistance.
�� Donations should be made to RSVP.
�� Drivers cannot accept tips.
�� If you must cancel, call 845-7471 as
soon as possible so the driver can be
reassigned to help others.
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Events in the Community
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baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.
Divide dough in half. To one portion, add peppermint
extract and food coloring. Wrap each portion in plastic;
refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
�� 2. On a baking sheet, roll out each portion between two
sheets of waxed paper into a 14x9-in. rectangle.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Remove waxed paper. Place
plain rectangle over green rectangle. Roll up tightly jelly-
roll style, starting with a long side; wrap in plastic.
Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
�� 3. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on
greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or
until set. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire
racks.
FREE Badger Prairie Needs Network
Community Meal
1st & 3rd Saturday of each month
Only Saturday, December 2 this month
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
No reservations necessary.
Badger Prairie Needs Network
1200 E. Verona Ave., Verona
All are welcome!
For more info please go to
http://www.bpnn.org/volunteer.html
Badger Prairie Needs Network
Food Pantry Information:
If you live in the Verona Area School
District, or in the 53593 zip code area you
areeligible to use the Badger Prairie Needs
Network Food Pantry once a month. Call
the Senior Center, 845-7471, by noon the
day before to schedule a ride.
Normal Food Pantry Hours
Monday: 10 AM-Noon
Tuesday: 10 AM-Noon
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10 AM-6:30 PM
Friday: 10 AM-Noon
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Sunshine Report
Sunshine Club
If you know of someone who has been ill,
hospitalized, or has experienced a loss,
please let our staff or front desk volunteers
know, so that we can send a card.
Sympathy
Mary Ann Heil - Sympathy - loss of husband
Thinking of you
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Thank you for your generous
donations and memorials:
Rose DePietro
Susan Dukin
Carol Daubs
Linda Kaiser
Pat Eggen
Thank you for all your continued support!
A Thoughtful Gesture
Have you recently experienced the loss of
someone who enjoyed coming to the Verona
Senior Center? A thoughtful way to honor
him or her is through a memorial to the
Center. You can designate the gift for the
program your friend enjoyed or have it be
used for the general programming, both of
which will benefit so many people.
THANK YOU!
Many THANKS to the Friends of Verona
Senior Center for their help in making
the Senior Center a better place!
The Friends of Verona Senior Center provide
on-going financial support for music at the
birthday - anniversary party, snacks for the Cof-
fee Hour, Veterans Group, Caregivers Group,
Parkinson’s Group, and food for special events.
Thank you!
Thanks to Our Program Sponsors:
Culver’s – Birthday Coupon Cards
5
th
Quarter – Birthday Coupon Cards
Comfort Keepers – Bingo
State Bank of Cross Plains – Birthday Cake
Agrace Hospice – Caregivers Support Group
Thank you to all who donate to the Verona Senior
Center! You can designate your gift for a specific
purpose, such as the nutrition program, musical
programs, Veterans Group, Club 108, or Helping
Hands, a fund that provides short-term emergency
support to seniors in need. If you do not identify a
specific use, it will be used where needed most.
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Contact Information
Verona Senior Center
Address: 108 Paoli Street, Verona, WI 53593
Phone: (608) 845-7471
FAX: (608) 848-2784
Hours:
Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri., 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Open Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Website: www.ci.verona.wi.us
Email: www.ci.verona.wi.us
Senior Center Staff
Director, Mary Hanson
Case Manager, Becky Losby
Case Manager, Julie Larson
Program Manager, Alasa Wiest
Program Assistant, Janice Paul
Administrative Assistant, Michele Harding
Nutrition Coordinator, Cindy Martin
Nutrition Aide, Jamie Amers
Nursing Services provided by
Barbara J. Rasmussen, RN
Friends of Verona Senior Center
Board of Directors
Website: www.veronaactiveadults.org
Louis Eifert, President
Richard Bartlett, Vice President
Pat Eggen, Treasurer
Linda Kaiser, Secretary
Gerald Grajkowski
Alyce Kocal
Nancy Mendoza
The Friends of Verona Senior Center raise
funds to support the programs and services of
the Verona Senior Center. If you would like to
contact a Board Member, please call the Senior
Center at 845-7471.
Verona Senior Services Committee
Voting Members:
Kate Cronin, Katie Kohl, Charlotte Jerney
City of Verona Alders
Non-Voting Members:
Louie Eifert, President of the Friends
Mary Hanson, Verona Senior Center Director
The Verona Senior Center is accredited by the
Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers.
Verona Senior Center
108 Paoli St., Verona, WI 53593
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