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NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY AND

ANNIVERSARY PARTY WITH

WAYNE THE WIZARD

Friday, November 18

Lunch at 11:45 AM

Music at 12:30 PM

Lunch reservations due by 12 noon on

Thursday, November 18.

Wayne the Wizard has been performing for eleven

years. His shows consists of amazing magic,

ventriloquism, and audience participation.

He puts a lot of comedy and fun into his shows!

VOLUME 24, ISSUE 11• NOVEMBER 2016 •108 PAOLI STREET • VERONA, WI 53593 • 608-845-7471

Staff Notes......... 2

Staff Notes......... 3

Events ............. 4-7

Movies ................. 8

Games…………9

Calendar .......... 10

Menu ................. 11

Health ............... 12

& Wellness

Fitness ......... 13-14

Birthdays…….15

Anniversaries….15

Notices &

Volunteer Opp...16

Updates……….17

Groups…….18-19

Transportation...20

Community

Events .............. 21

Sunshine............ 22

Report

Contact………23

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

November 2016

Trippers Band Performing Tuesday,

November 22 from 11:00 AM-NOON!

This group of local musicians describe themselves

as an informal “jam band”. This makes an

interesting mix of tunes with unlimited variety.

These singers are complimented by guitars, drums,

dobro, upright bass, harmonica, steel guitar,

mandolin, and banjo. The variety of music includes

country, bluegrass, gospel, cajun, and folk. *Please consider staying after and having a noon meal. Please RSVP by Noon the day before. It is a suggested donation of five dollars per meal.*

Upcoming Veterans Events! Quilts of Valor Event Thursday, November 10 from 2:00 PM– 3:30 PM. Veterans Day Event Friday, November 11 from 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM. *See Pg. 3 for more details*

Verona Senior Center

November 2016 has several National Health Observance days. The one I’m going to address in this article is Lung Cancer

Awareness. This subject is very close to me as my mother

passed away from lung cancer in 2008. My father had COPD and several of my friends and other members of my family had either

lung cancer or other lung problems resulting from smoking, working in a foundry with fumes or construction with asbestos.

One of my friends, who never smoked, has heart problems

resulting from second- hand smoke. Lung cancer often has no symptoms until it has spread. That is

because there are few specialized nerves in the lungs. Remind

your doctor of your medical history if you go in for a physical exam. That will enable him to find an accurate diagnosis if you

present with particular symptoms. Some symptoms may include:

coughing, blood in sputum, shortness of breath, wheezing, pain in the chest, fatigue, pneumonia, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing,

high pitched sound with taking a breath. It can also cause

symptoms far from the tumor involving the brain, bone, and liver. November 19 is The Great American Smoke Out.

It would be a great time to set the goal to quit smoking!!! Why Quit? The rewards of quitting are tremendous and begin

immediately! Benefits can begin within 20 minutes of quitting.

Quitting tobacco of any kind will improve your health, your finances, your self-esteem and your everyday life.

Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the

United States. Smoking changes the brain similar to changes that take place when a person uses drugs like heroin or cocaine.

It’s never too late to reverse the effects of smoking. Immediately

after quitting smoking, heart rate and blood pressure begin to return to normal. Within a few weeks, circulation improves and

the workload on the heart is decreased. You can do everyday activities without being out of breath. Your breath will smell

better and teeth will get whiter. Your clothes and hair will smell

better and you’ll have a better chance for fewer skin wrinkles!! Quit for your finances. Smoking is expensive and other forms of

tobacco are also. Smoking can cost $15,000 a year and that’s

being conservative.

Most of all, quit using tobacco for the people in your life. You

protect those you love from being around second hand smoke.

Mothers who smoke tend to have babies with low birth weight.

That can result in many conditions they may not have had or

develop such as asthma and chronic lung conditions. Second hand

smoke can cause eye irritation, headaches, nausea and dizziness.

Children may have more ear infections, colds, and bronchitis.

Most of all, you’ll be around longer for your children and

grandchildren to love you!!!!

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Nurse Barbara

BONJOUR (French) HOLA (Spanish) HALLO (German) CIAO (Italian) ZDRAS-TVUY-TE (Russian) NI HAU (Mandarin) OLÀ (Portuguese) MERHABA (Turkish) ~ Just a few ways to say “HELLO” in various languages… and now you know. This month, I just want to briefly review some important information and reminders ~ ~ Please see the “TRIAD” section of the newsletter. November’s presentation is on Active Shooter, and I would encourage you go if you can. ~ Just a reminder, if you choose to be a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) you MUST be wearing Wisconsin DNR bracelet. WI State Law says that if you are not wearing the bracelet, first responders are to begin CPR if you are found unresponsive in an out of hospital or facility setting. Contact your doctor of myself to learn more about the bracelet and what is required to get one. ~ Just a reminder that we have a brand new evening caregivers group on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month at 5:30. Light dinner included! Speaking of, November is National Family Caregivers Month. And, with November 11th being Veterans Day, I would also like to take a moment to thank every man and women who has served our Country. Because of your sacrifice, we are able to call American the home of the free, because if the brave.

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Events

“Home Projects A Two- Part Series” Tuesday, November 1 and 15 10:00 AM Part 1 Jim Edwards a Home Project Advocate for Seniors will be here to give you some tips on how to make your homes more energy efficient! Part 2 Are you thinking about downsizing or moving? Jim Edwards will be here to give you some helpful tips!

DATE CHANGE!!!!!! Our monthly Birthday/Anniversary Party will be switching to the first Wednesday of every month. *This will be starting as of Wednesday, January 4.* Please make note of this change! Tech Time with Tim Wednesdays, November 9 and 23 at 4:30 and 5:00 (half hour appointments) Tim Hake is on-hand twice a month to help seniors with technology-related questions. Call the Center to reserve your spot today! Literature Lovers’ Book Club Wednesday, November 9 at 12:30 PM Join us the second Wednesday of the month. We will have a book review and discussion!

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“Chat and Chew” Friday, November 4 at 9:00 AM "Where there's a Will, there's a Way". Terese Hansen will give a talk about the estate planning documents and why it is a good idea to have a will or trust and why it is a good idea to have Powers of Attorney for Finances and Healthcare.

Shopping at Mary's Unique Boutique Monday, November 7 11:00AM -3:30 PM Mary's shop will be open at the Verona Senior Center. There will be an assortment of scarfs, bags, jewelry, and clothing for purchase. Mary will even give you a FREE scarf tying demonstration.


Verona Senior Center’s Badger Prairie Needs Network Food Drive November 14-18 Share the spirit of Thanksgiving and donate non-perishable food items or cash. There will be a table set up in the front hall of the senior center for you to drop off your donations all week. Thank you for supporting this. Lunch in the Community: Arby’s Tuesday, November 8 at 11:30 AM Located at 631 Hometown Circle, Verona Join us for a social lunch at Arby’s! Please call us if you would like to be picked up by Transit Solutions to join us at Arby’s. On this day there will be home delivered meals only. Please RSVP by noon Monday, November 7 at 845-7471. A Fireside Christmas!!!!!! Verona Senior Center is going to the Fireside on Thursday, December 15 leaving at 9:30 AM and returning around 5:30 PM. The cost is $90 a person. This includes the bus ride, ticket for the show, meal, gratuity, and fun! Please sign up and pay by November 14. If you choose to cancel after this date your money will not be reimbursed unless there is a wait list. *Call Alasa Wiest for more details!!!!! * 845-7471

TRIAD “Active Shooter” Wednesday, November 16 at 10:00 AM

According to the FBI, active shooter incidents

have almost tripled in the last decade. What

would you do if you were in the mall, a movie

theater, your church or your workplace and

an active shooter event began to take place?

Would you run? Hide? Fight? Please don’t miss

November’s TRIAD presentation & training

that will teach you what to do. Dane County

Sheriff ’s Deputy & Emergency Preparedness

Coordinator, Josalyn Longley has specialized

training in how to survive an active shooter,

and will tell us how. PLEASE NOTE: as

part of this training, there will be a

video that may be disturbing to some. Acrylic Painting - with Carol Ann

Monday, November 21, 1:00– 3:00 PM Painting for all abilities! Learn acrylic painting techniques in a relaxed, no judgment atmosphere. No Stress, No Competition, No Experience Necessary! $10.00 – all materials provided. Sign up by November 14 - limit is10. Holiday Decorating Party Monday, November 28 from 9AM -Noon Come on out and help the staff decorate the Senior Center for the Holiday Season. Cookies and beverages will be provided.

Events and Activities


FREE popcorn is served during all movies!

“Sands of Iwo Jima” Friday, November 11 at 1:30 PM 1 Hour 40 minutes (after the Veterans Program) Haunted by his personal demons, Marine Sgt. John Stryker is both hated and feared by his men, who see him as a cold-hearted sadist. But when their boots hit the beaches, they begin to understand the reason for Stryker's rigid form of discipline, as he leads them into one of the most treacherous battles in the Pacific. *Note the time Change!*

No Movie on the 25th! Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

‘‘The Light Between Oceans” Friday, November 4 at 1:00 PM 2 Hours 13 minutes In the years following World War I, Tom Sherbourne, a young veteran still numb from his years in combat, takes a job as lighthouse keeper. As the island's sole inhabitant, he finds comfort in the monotony of the chores and the solitude of his surroundings. When he meets the daughter of the school's headmaster, Isabel Graysmark, in the local town of Partageuse on the mainland, Tom is immediately captivated by her beauty, wit and passion, and they are soon married and living on the island. As their love flourishes, he begins to feel again, their happiness marred only by their inability to start a family, so when a rowboat with a dead man and infant girl mysteriously washes ashore, Isabel believes their prayers may have finally been answered.


Movie Matinees

*All movies start at 1:00 PM

unless specified*

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Mahjongg is a new game that we are offering! For November we will be playing on Tuesday, November 8 and 29 from 10:00 AM-Noon. * We will be switching to Mondays starting in Dec.*

Winners Euchre 8/23/16 Charles Gerhards (63) John Erickson (62) 8/30/16 LaVern Dohm (59) Jane Burkholder (57) 9/6/16 Karen Armour (66) Jim Endres (65) 9/13/16 Le Roy Metcalf (64) Arden Marotz (59) Joan Finnerty (59)


Games

Euchre is played on Tuesday afternoons starting at 1:00 PM. We now play for a dollar! Bridge is played Wednesdays from 12:45 PM-4:00 PM. 500 is played on Thursday afternoons starting at 1:30 PM.

Bingo $1.00 for 2 Cards No Bingo 11/24 • Thursday, November 3 at 12:30 PM • Thursday, November 10 at 12:30 PM • Thursday, November 17 at 12:30 PM Mexican Train Dominoes Mexican Train Dominoes is played Wednesdays at 1:00 PM. Game Night No Game Night 11/24 Game night takes place on Thursdays at 6:00 PM. Numerous board games and card games are available. First Thursday of each month (November 3) will have pizza at 5:30 PM. $3.00 per slice. Pegs and Jokers Wednesdays at 9:00 AM This is a new game offering! Please feel free to come and play.

Winners “500” 9/1/16 Dick Bogdanow (2180) Bobbie Comstock (1950) 9/8/16 Loyal Freymiller (2570) Dick Bogdanow (1990) 9/15/16 Allen Hable (2690) Bobbie Comstock (2280) 9/22/16 Zozo the Clown (2440) Dick Bogdanow (2220)

9/29/16 Phillip Meier (1780) Judy Hable Dick Bogdanow (1590)

ACTIVITY CALENDAR November 2016 MON TUES WED THURS FRI

��8:45 Foot Reflexology 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:30 Hometown Helpers 10:00 Home Energy Presentation 10:00 Caregivers Support Group & Club 108 1:00 Euchre 1:00/6:00 Stamping Group

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Pegs and Jokers (new) 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 9:30 MATC Knitting 10:00 Club 108 11:00 MELT 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train 1:30 MATC Watercolor

��8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:50 Chair Yoga 10:00 OTS: West Towne 10:00 Painting for Pleasure(end) 12:30 Bingo 1:00 AA Meeting 1:00 Grief Support Group 1:00 “500” 2:00 Core Strength 3:30 Line Dancing 6:00 Game Night 6:00 Caregiver Support

��8:45 Yoga 9:00 “Chat and Chew”: Where there is a Will there is a Way�10:00 Tai Chi II 11:15 Tai Chi I 1:00 Movie: “ The Light Between Oceans”

��8:45 Foot Care 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:30 Adult Coloring 11:00-3:30 Mary's Unique Boutique Shopping

�� 8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Mahjongg 11:30 Lunch in the Community: Arby’s 1:00 Euchre

Don’t forget to vote!

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Pegs and Jokers 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 9:30 MATC Knitting 10:00 Club 108 11:00 MELT 12:30 Book Club 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train 1:30 MATC Watercolor 4:30/5:00 Tech Time with Tim

��8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:50 Chair Yoga 12:30 Bingo�1:00 AA Meeting 1:00 Grief Support Group 1:00 “500” 2:00 Quilts of Valor Ceremony No Core Strength No Line Dancing No Veterans Group 6:00 Game Night

��Veterans Day 8:45 Yoga 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Tai Chi II 11:15 Tai Chi I 11:00 Flag Ceremony at Veterans Memorial 11:45 Veterans Lunch 12:30 Veterans Program 1:30 Veterans Movie: “The Sands of Iwo Jima”

�� 8:45 Foot Care 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:30 Adult Coloring

�� 8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Caregivers Support Group & Club 108 10:00 OTS: Hy-Vee/Aldi 10:00 Downsizing Presentation 12:30 Card Making 1:00 Euchre 6:30 Staying Vital

�� 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Pegs and Jokers 11:30-3:30 Wellness Nurse 9:30 Knitting MATC 10:00 Club 108 10:00 TRIAD: Active Shooter 11:00 No MELT 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train 1:30 MATC Watercolor (ends)

�� 8:45 Foot Reflexology 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:50 Chair Yoga 10:00 OTS: Target 12:30 Bingo 1:00 AA Meeting 1:00 Grief Support Group 1:00 “500” 2:00 Core Strength 3:30 Line Dancing 6:00 Caregiver Support Group 6:00 Game Night

�� 8:45 Yoga 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Tai Chi II 11:15 Tai Chi I 10:00 Parkinson's Group 11:45 Bday/Anniversary Lunch 12:30 Wayne the Wizard

��8:45 Foot Care 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:30 Adult Coloring 1:00 Paint with Carol Ann

��8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:30 Low-Vision Support 11:00-12:00 Trippers Music 1:00 Euchre

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Pegs and Jokers No Wellness Nurse 9:30 Knitting MATC 10:00 Club 108 11:00 MELT (End) 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train 4:30/5:00 Tech time with Tim

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��8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Mahjongg 1:00 Euchre

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Pegs and Jokers 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 9:30 Knitting MATC 10:00 Club 108 11:00 No MELT 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train


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Health and Wellness

Foot Care Clinic Mondays: November 7,14,21 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM The cost for this service is $20.00, payable to Home Health United. Please bring (2) towels for your own use. Fingernails can also be done at the same appointment time for an additional $10.00 Appointment Required Diabetic Foot Care Monday, November 28 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM The cost is $28.00 per visit, payable to Home Health United. Please bring (2) towels. Appointment Required

Foot Reflexology

Tuesday, November 1 and

Thursday, November 17

Appointments begin at 8:45 AM The therapist applies pressure with thumb and finger to ends of nerves to help bring about increased circulation, a balancing effect, and a relaxation which enhances general well-being. $20 For 30 minutes $40 For one hour

Appointment Required

Chair Massage with Gary Tuesdays: November 8, 15, 22, 29 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM

Enjoy the benefits of a

massage of the neck, head,

back, shoulders, and arms.

$10 For 15 minutes

$ 20 For 30 Minutes

Appointment Required

Nurse Barbara Wednesdays from 9:30 AM-2:00 PM November 16, hours will be 11:30-3:30 PM. Nurse Barbara is encouraging everyone to attend our Active Shooter Presentation! Nurse Station will be closed November 23.

Barbara does blood pressure and glucose checks, weigh-ins, and informal discussions of your health and nutritional goals and concerns. This is a FREE drop - in service. No appointment is required.


Fitness Classes

All exercise classes are $35 for an 8-week session. Call 845-7471 to reserve a spot. We ask that all registration be completed one week prior to a new session start-date to ensure there are enough participants for each class. Thank you and happy exercising!

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Fitness Classes

Keeping Fit by Shannon Mondays at 8:45 AM Thursdays at 8:45 AM No class 11/24 This exercise program is a mixture of aerobic exercises, weight training, mobility and balance improvement.

CoreStrengthening Thursdays at 2:00 PM No Class: 11/10 or 11/24 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. The class is FREE and taught by Alasa Wiest or volunteers.

Line Dancing by Marlene Thursdays at 3:30 PM No Class: 11/10 or 11/24 All abilities are welcome. Learn several popular line dancing routines.


All exercise classes are $35 for an 8-week session. Call 845-7471 to reserve a spot. We ask that all registration be completed one week prior to a new session start-date to ensure there are enough participants for each class. Thank you and happy exercising!

Chair Yoga By Shannon Thursdays at 9:50 AM No Class 11/24 Anyone can do yoga and stretching in this class. The exercises can be modified for those who don’t want to do traditional floor yoga. Yoga By Shannon Fridays at 8:45 AM No Class 11/25 A great class to work on your balance and flexibility with some floor exercise incorporated.

Tai Chi by Jody Fridays 10:00 AM Level II 11:15 AM Level I No Class 11/25 This slow, fluid, mindful, standing movement class will take the body and joints through their range of motion while strengthening major leg muscles that allow mobility and stability. Tai Chi Level I is for beginners, and Tai Chi Level II is for those furthering their skills.

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16 | VERONA AREA ACTIVE ADULTS

Please Sign In!!!!

Whenever you are at the Senior

Center for any reason, please sign in

for the activity or activities that you

are here to attend. These numbers

help show the building usage and

provide valuable information for the

City Council with regard to future

funding issues. If you do not have a

MY SENIOR CARD, please stop at the

front desk and we will gladly make you

one for you. Thank you.

Do you have limited time to volunteer? Then this might be the volunteer opportunity for you! We all have busy lives and can find it hard to give back. Alasa Wiest our Program Manager understands all of this! Please consider being one of our “Special Events” volunteers. This would entail being on a volunteer list that Alasa Wiest can go to when special events are planned. So then instead of volunteering daily or weekly you are available to help out for bigger events such as fundraisers and parties. If you are interested please call Alasa Wiest. 845-7471

Notices/ Volunteer Opportunities

Monthly Case Manager Outreach Hours

Becky Losby, Case Manager Sugar Creek: 1st Tuesday, 2:30-3:30 PM Prairie Oaks II: 2nd Tuesday, 3:00-4:00 PM Evia: 4th Tuesday, 2:30-3:30 PM Schettler Terrace: 1st Thursday, 2-3:00PM Park Verona: 3rd Thursday, 2:00-3:00 PM

Walking at Memorial Baptist Church

The church is open Tuesday-Friday from 9:00

to 11:00 for inside walking. If you want to

utilize this valuable opportunity, check in

with the church office staff.

Located at 201 S Main Street Verona

Badger Prairie Needs Network Community Meals Badger Prairie is offering their FREE Saturday meals on the following dates: November 5,12 and December 3,10. Community Meals run from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM. Food Pantry will be closed on November 23,24,25,26 and December 24,31

Please Like our Facebook Page!!!

New Groups Starting Up!!!!!!!

Caregiver Support Group for Adult Children and Employed Caregivers 1st and 3rd Thursdays 6:00– 7:00 PM (light refreshments from 5:30 – 6 PM). Are you a member of the sandwich generation with children at home and a caregiver for an aging parent, spouse or another senior? Then this group is for you! Staying Vital Support Group November 15 6:30 – 7:30 pm 3rd Tuesday of the Month Want to stay well or feel better? Based on the principals of Asian medicine we will discuss topics related to health and well-being. Learn simple, effective and enjoyable practices to do on your own. All ability levels are welcome. Facilitator: Jo Anne Lindberg Med ABT *Please Sign up for this group* Grief Support Group/Six Week Series Starts November 3 and goes till December 15 from 1:00-2:00 PM This Grief support group is designed for individuals experiencing loss. Perhaps you have lost a loved one or have one who is terminally ill. This group will look at how loss affects each of us. Shaun O'Keefe, professor and professional counselor will lead this process. Please sign up for this group. The cost will be $60 for six weeks.


GROUPS

Caregivers Support Group 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 10:00 AM All caregivers or former caregivers are welcome! RSVP not required; however, if you need transportation please call the Senior Center.

Veterans Club 2nd Thursday, at 3:00 PM All Vets are welcome! Parkinson’s Group 3rd Friday at 10:00 AM This group is for those with or caring for

someone with Parkinson’s Disease. The

group meets the third Friday of every month. Low- Vision Support Group 4th Tuesday at 10:30 AM Anyone wanting support and help with their vision loss is invited to attend.

Club 108 Wednesdays 10:00-11:30 AM 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 10:00-11:30AM Club 108 is an activity program for individuals with early memory loss. This program is also offered during our Caregivers Support Group.


Transportation

RSVP Medical Appointment Transportation

For doctor appointments outside of Verona you must call two working days in advance, and be able to get into a passenger car. Every effort will be made to find a volunteer driver to take you to your appointment. Donations are to be directed to RSVP. Drivers cannot accept personal payment or tips. If you must cancel a ride, please do so as soon as possible to free up the volunteer driver’s time.

Verona Transportation The Transit Solutions van is available for transportation in Verona only Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM-1:45 PM. The van is equipped with a lift to accommodate walkers and wheelchairs. Two stops only per trip. Roundtrip fees are to be paid directly to the van driver. Please call the Senior Center, 845-7471, by 2 PM of the day prior to schedule your ride. *Please note that Wednesday rides will only be available to the Senior Center for lunch and to Miller’s Grocery Store. No other rides can be accommodated on Wednesdays. To the Senior Center $1 Other Verona Destinations $2

Please call the Senior Center to request any of these driving services.

845-7471

Out of Town Shopping

$4.00 Roundtrip to Madison $2.00 Roundtrip in Verona

10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Thursday, November 3 : West Towne Tuesday, November 15 : Hy-Vee/Aldi

Thursday, November 17: Target

Charges will vary for other special events.

Payments are to be made directly to the driver. The driver will pick you up at

your home for these trips.

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Events in the Community

Free E-Waste Drop Off Saturday, November 5 8:00 AM-3:00 PM The annual free e-waste drop-off for City of Verona residents will be Saturday, November 5, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the City of Verona Public Works Facility, 410 Investment Ct. E-waste includes televisions, computers, printers, computer monitors, DVD players, VCRs, fax machines, cell phones, and computer parts and accessories. The City normally charges fees for disposal of electronic waste, which is prohibited by state law from being sent to a landfill. One day only, these items may be dropped off free of charge. Anyone dropping off items must

present proof of City of Verona residency.

Annual Community Thanksgiving

Dinner

Memorial Baptist Church will again be

hosting the Annual Community

Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday,

November 24 from 11:00 to 1:30. The

meal includes turkey, dressing, real

mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, dinner roll,

cranberry salad, and dessert. Call (608)

845-7125 by Monday, November 21 to

make your reservations to eat in or have

a meal delivered.

��*��+��-��$�� -��.��-��$�� 1��*!��?+��+��@��-��01�� -��A��(�$$��@��We continue our look at the history of longtime Verona area businesses with our guest Debbie Bass of Park Printing. Debbie's parents Marge and Wib Dudley started the business in 1952 in Madison, moving to Verona in 1968. Initially focused on creating financial advertising materials for local banks, the company's focus changed to become a self contained printing house, leading to relationships with big clients such as Nicolet Instruments (for whom they printed product manuals). Park Printing of Verona is an example of a small family owned business growing along with Verona, yet keeping close family ties as four generations have been part of it. Debbie and her sister Jean both married brothers from the Bass family (Tim and John, respectively) - all four being eventually involved with the business. Currently Debbie and Tom’s son Greg is president. Join us in enjoying this story of what it takes to keep a family and business thriving through the generations in our favorite small town.


Sunshine Report Sunshine Club The Sunshine Club sends well-wishes and condolences each month to those in the Verona area. If you know of someone that has been hospitalized or is ill, or suffered a loss please let our staff or office volunteers know and we will forward the information to Sue Vaughn so that a card can be sent.

Thank you for your donation Jeanice Harrington Family Sympathy

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Thinking of You Marion Sweet Helen Krohn Bill DeLong Nancy Oswald Leonard Wealti

Many Thanks The Senior Center accepts cash and material donations for use with our programs. We can provide you with a receipt if needed for tax purposes. Thanks to our Program Sponsors! Thank you to all of our sponsors who make our programs possible! Culvers– Birthday Coupon Cards 5th Quarter– Birthday Coupon Cards Comfort Keepers– Bingo State Bank of Cross Plains– Birthday/Anniversary Party Cake


Contact Information

The Verona Senior

Center is accredited by the Wisconsin

Assn.

Address:

108 Paoli Street Verona, WI 53593 Phone: (608) 845-7471 FAX: (608) 848-2784 Website: www.veronaactiveadults.org Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Open Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM Senior Center Staff

Director, Mary Hanson [email protected] Case Manager, Becky Losby [email protected] Program Manager, Alasa Wiest [email protected]

Program Assistant, Rita Martin [email protected] Nurse, Barbara Rasmussen [email protected] Nutrition Coordinator, Pat Nolan Nutrition Aide, Julie Young and Cindy Martin Transportation, Transit Solutions & RSVP

Verona Area Active Adults (VAAA) Board of Directors President, Louis Eifert ........................... 445-9830 [email protected] Vice President, Scarlet Feller ................................ [email protected] Treasurer, Mary Hinner ...................... 845-9406 [email protected] Secretary, Virginia Peterson ................ 845-5820 [email protected] Member, Jim Sweet .............................. 848-3037 [email protected] Member, Bill LaBerge ............................ 845-9448 [email protected] Member, Sally Matts Healy .................. 848-4911 [email protected] Verona Senior Citizens Commission

Chairperson, Brad Stiner ..................... 845-6004 Luke Diaz ................................................. 616-9459 Mac McGilvray ........................................ 220-2858 Non-Voting:

Louis Eifert, VAAA, Seniors Representative Mary Hanson, Senior Center Director

Verona Senior Center

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