page 1 the communicator may 2019

◊ The Communicator ◊ May 2019

INSIDE THIS ISSUE…

Page 2: New Members, Director’s Mes-sage, Member Orientation, Prayer Re-quests, Wish List, Donations, Condolenc-es, Contact Information for the Corbin Office Staff

Page 3: Articles, CCS Act 2

Classes, Corbin Activities,

Page 4: Day Tours

Page 5: Long Tours

Page 6: Seminars & Free Lunch Friday Page 7: Things To Do Page 8: Volunteer Spotlight, Birthday

Potluck


MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

Often when I am out fundraising and spread-ing the good word of

Corbin, I’ll ask the crowd exactly what age do we expect people to stop pursuing joy in life? Exactly what age is it that people are supposed to cease looking forward to a friendly smile and a great conversation? It’s an absurd question because the answer is obviously never. However, it helps put into context exactly what it is we do here at Corbin. With that in mind, I’d like to welcome 39 new members this past month in their continued pursuit of joy and community. The Corbin community is more deeply treasured now thanks to the unique experiences and per-sonalities they bring. Moreover, it is my sin-cere hope that Corbin deeply enriches their lives. Sometimes it takes people a little time to plug in and we just encourage everyone to jump in where they feel most comfortable. In a shift from our old process, Corbin will now start welcoming all new members at a quarterly new member reception. The first reception will take place on Thursday, May 23rd at 2:30pm in the Henderson Room. Come enjoy some snacks, wine and learn a little more about Corbin. You’ll also have a chance to meet some of our board members and mingle with some of your fellow new members. Who knows, a new best friend just might be in the crowd somewhere. If you have joined in the past 6 months and you have never had a chance to attend a new member orientation, we want to invite you to come on down to the reception. Or, if you’ve been a member for some time and have just never really figured out how to quite plug in, then this would be a great start. Spokane should never forget or take for granted the great value our senior community brings to the city. Yes, sometimes seniors

might need a little help from time to time. However, one must not forget that this is only after decades of helping everyone else. Our members here are some of the people who helped build this city into what it is today. You started businesses, taught a generation of children, stood in public service and built communities. Make no mistake about it my friends, you deserve every bit of joy you seek to pursue. I’m thankful to you all for letting me be a part of that. To wrap up, I just want to remind everyone about our Spring Tea coming up on May 17th and our Golf Tournament on June 21st. These fundraiser events are part of how we support Corbin and your participation goes a long way. If you don’t play golf yourself, we’d love for you to spread the word and bring in your friends and family that do. We’ve got a special prize for the top team with an all age 60 plus roster! Finally, as we have had many new members over the past couple of years, we’ve had many questions about our donor memorial wall outside of the dining room. There are many ways to support Corbin, but perhaps the most touching are those we think of Corbin in memorium. That wall is reserved for those who leave a legacy gift to Corbin or even ask that in lieu of flowers, please donate to Corbin. This is such a special gift as Corbin means so much to so many, that we want to enshrine that history. The hope is that thirty years from now, the next generation of seniors could look at that wall and see the names of those who passed on the great gift of Corbin to the future. There is no minimum amount to donate, but we are simply honored that you have considered us. With that, I’ll leave you all to the rest of the newsletter and a joy-filled future without precedent for us all.

Jeff Edwards

Executive Director Corbin Senior Activity Center

Office: 509-327-1584 Cell: 509-217-8794

Mission Statement Corbin Senior Activity Center provides multi-generational programs and services that enhance the health, happiness and well-being of the community.

Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Phone (509) 327-1584 Fax (509) 327-9162 www.corbinseniorcenter.org

2019 Board of Directors Nancy Gilbert, Lorene Harris, Theresa Phillips, Steve Quaid, Kermit Shaull, Bill Salmon, Carol Nelson, Carol Hannah, April Box, Jackie Knight, Janna Nixon, Tom

Zdrowjski,Mary Kay Bryan, Lynn Suksdorf, John Morelli

Disclaimer: Corbin Senior Activity Center does not

endorse any speaker, service, or product that is represented in any class, advertisement, or function in our facility. The Center does not discriminate in providing services on the grounds of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical handicap.

Corbin Office Staff: Jeff Edwards - Executive Director/Newsletter Editor—327-1584 X 10 [email protected] Heide Wehr - Assistant Director/Bookkeeper—327-1584 X 11 [email protected] Diane Smith– Activities Coordinator / Tour Coordinator– 327-1584 X 12 [email protected]

Application or Renewal of Membership

________________________________ ___________________ Name (s)

______________________________________________ Address ________________________________ City State Zip Code ___________ ______ ___________ Phone Number (s) Date

To the family and friends of Trudy Grant

Thanks for the following Donations To The Center: Walt Gentry, Tom Zdrojkowski, Lee & Crystal Hanson, Mary Kay Bryan, Betty McCoy, Sandy Mize, Theresa Groves, Laura Schlangen, Merlin Griffin, Florence Annis To The Thrifty Boutique: Patricia Hewitt, Ardyce Pangerl, Edie Easterby, Joan Higgins, Maureen Cramer, Cathy Gunderson, B.J. Baldwin, Colleen Bosch, Joan Kendall, Diane Smith Additional appreciation to those who have donated to Second Harvest Food Bank & Eyeglasses for the Lions Club

2019 Membership Dues

Interested in Membership? Annual Dues are only:

$30 for a Single $44 for a Couple

Membership dues may be paid by mail with a check, online at www.CorbinSeniorActivity Center, or stop by the Reception desk. Ask Heide About Automatic Renewals!!!!

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

Gail Alvord Rosemary Stewart Donna Alami Kathleen Borek Will/Jeanie Chandler Diane Chapman Frank Christoff Sherri Delay Rona Dondzilo John Ellis Ginger Elwin Cecilia/Richard Far-stad Glenda Flanik

Penny Flowers Silas Goodelk Barbara Graves Freida Johnson Marian Kelley Naomi Krantor Victoria Leuba Linda Mansur Marge McAlpin Melodi Miles Larry Neil Paula Nicklous Dru/Yong Phillippe Gary/Pamela Porter Marjorie Regan Sandy Singh

Larry/Mary Beth Stalley Terry/William Walker William/Doris White Mariette Walker Dian Nelsen Bob/Joan Tyus Jeanne Walser Celeste Barden Liz Gershon Cindy Swank

Plastic Forks Medium sized plates Napkins Kleenex 8oz plastic cups Dcaf Coffee Coffee Creamer

MONETARY DONATION March 22-April 21

Boosters ($10-$99): Sandbox Sewing, Timothy Sjostrom,

Kathleen Brede Friends: ($100-$300) Sandbox Sewing

For all of our family mem-

bers, friends, neighbors and

Corbin members who may

be struggling at this time.


Monday Henderson Room

Line Dance: Beginning 9am-10am 4/8/19 thru 5/20/19 Line Dance: Intermediate 10am-11am 4/08/19-5/20/19 Yoga for Wholeness: 1pm-2:30pm 4/8/19-6/17/19 Tai Chi: Beginning: 3pm-4pm 4/8/19-6/17/19 Yoga Chair: 4:45pm-6:15pm 04/8/19 thru 06/03/19

Upper South

Heretics and Hierarchs: The Triumph of the Church 1pm-3pm 4/8/19-6/10/19

Tuesday Henderson Room

Tai Chi: Beginning 10am-11am 4/9/19-6/18/19 Tai Chi: Continuing 11am-12pm 4/9/19-6/18/19 Tai Chi: Continuing 3pm-4pm 4/9/19-6/18/19

Lower South Writer’s Workshop: 1pm-3:30pm 4/09/19-6/11/19 Feldenkrais: Lessons for Better Mobility, Balance, and Pain Relief 1pm-3pm 4/9/19-6/18/19 Infinite Possibilities: 10am-12pm This is a two day class on 4/30 and 5/2. The 4/30 class will be in the Lower South.

Wednesday Henderson Room

Yoga for Life: 10am-11:30am 4/10/19-6/19/19 Pilates-Yoga Strength: 4pm-5pm 1/9/19-3/13/19

Upper North The Epic Journey of Lewis and Clark across North America: 9:30am-12pm 4/10/19-6/05/19 Inner Journey Series: 12:30-2:30pm 4/24 & 5/1— Ayurvedic Medi-cine 5/8 & 5/15— Numerology 5/22 & 5/29—Energy and the Chakra System 6/5 & 6/19—Emotions and the DNA of Healing

Thursday

Henderson Room SAIL: Stay Active and Inde-pendent for Life 4:45pm-6:15pm 4/11/19-6/06/19 Swing Dance: Beginning 6:30pm-8 4/11/19-5/30/19

Upper North Balance with Feldenkrais: 11am-12pm 4/11/19-5/30/19 Feldenkrais On the Floor: 12pm-1pm 4/11/19-5/30/19 Discovering Charles Dickens: 1:30pm-3:30pm 1/10/19-3/14/19

Upper South Infinite Possibilities: 10am-12pm. This is a two day class. The 5/2 class in Upper South

Friday

Saturday

*CCS-COMMUNITY COLLEGE CLASSES * CALL ACT 2 FOR START DATES, TIMES AND ENROLLMENT. *(ACT 2) = To enroll, call CCS ACT 2 at (509) 279-6030 registration or (509) 279-6027 office

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

AARP Drivers Training –Monday, May 20- 8:30am $15 AARP member $20 non-member (UN) Call 327-1584 to sign up

Coffee & Conversation Mondays at 10:00AM (MP) Pool - $1 per day (PR)

Thrifty Boutique- Mon. thru Fri 10am-2pm

Cribbage-1pm (MP) 50¢ pp

Wii Bowling - RSVP-Contact Mary Kay at 327-1584.(Members only). (MP)

Monday Night Dance -7 pm $5 pp - see page 7 (HR)

Stretch & Tone - 8:50am 50¢ pp (HR)

Thrifty Boutique -Mon. & Fri 10am-2pm -Tue., Wed., Thurs. 9:30am –3pm

Sandbox Quilters -9 am (UN)

Pool-$1 per day (PR)

Wii Bowling- RSVP- Contact Mary Kay at 327-1584.(Members only). (MP)

Tap Grandmas-12-2:30pm w/Joan Hamilton 499-5813 (HR)

Mexican Train -12:30pm 50¢ pp (MP) see page 7

Carney Dance- 6 pm (HR) 509-448-0417

Spokane Storytelling League- 2nd Tues Sept thru May 7pm (MP) 509-467-5703

Pinochle -8:30am 50¢ pp (MP) Thrifty Boutique-Mon. & Fri 10am-2pm -Tue., Wed., Thurs. 9:30am –3:00pm

Pool-$1 per day (PR) Open Wii Bowling- RSVP Contact Mary Kay at 327-1584.(Members only). (MP)

Project Joy - 8 am (HR)

Pinochle-12:30pm $1 (LS)

Tap Grandmas-12:30-2:30pm w/Joan Hamilton 499-5813 Intro to Drawing with Jaquan- 1-3:30pm (US)

Emerson Garfield-2nd Wed of each month (May 8th 6pm (UN)

Computer Help -With Jerry Daub 1pm to 3pm (MP) PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE FOR AN APPOINTMENT 327-1584

Pool-$1 per day (PR) Thrifty Boutique-Mon. & Fri 10am-2pm -Tue., Wed., Thurs. 9:30am –3 pm Stretch & Tone-8:50am 50¢ pp (HR) Foot Care-3rd Thurs (May 16) 9am $15 for appt. 327-1584 (MP) Tap Grandmas-10am-2:30pm w/Joan Hamilton 499-5813 (HR) Mexican Train-12:30pm .50¢ (MP) Intro to Drawing with Jaquan- 1-3:30pm (US) Toastmasters-5:45pm (UN) Contact Neil 509-922-4152 Wii Bowling- RSVP -Contact Mary Kay at 327-1584 (MP)(Members only) (MP)

Board Meetings-3rd Friday, (April 19 LS) 8 am

Pinochle-9am 50¢ pp (MP)

Pool-$1 per day (PR)

Thrifty Boutique-Mon. & Fri 10am-2pm -

Tour Meeting for Tour Leaders and Drivers -10am Fri. March 1 (LS)

Corbin Birthday/Potluck Lunch (May 3rd - 12pm )(DR)

Scrabble-12:30pm 50¢ pp (MP)

Wii Bowling-RSVP- Contact Mary Kay at 327-1584.(Members only). (MP)

UN-Upper North ~ LS-Lower South ~HR-Henderson Room ~ DR-Dining Room~ MP-Multi-Purpose Room ~ PR (Pool Room) ~US-Upper South

Corbin Activities & Services

Silver Café

Monday-Thursday, 11am-12:30pm Suggested donation of $3.85 over age 60 and $6 under age 60. See the menu at the front desk.


DAY TOURS REGULAR MONTHLY DAY TOURS *Easy

Included: Transportation and Tour Leader Dinner Club: Tuesday May 7 - Kermit Shaull— Location: D Mac 3:30 pm - 6 $11.00M - $16.50 NM CDA Casino: Monday, May 13- TL: Judith Miley- Location: Coeur d’Alene Casino by Worley, Idaho 9am - 4 pm $5 M $10 NM Lunch International: Tuesday May 14 , Location Rincon Tapaito 11 am- 2pm M $11.00 - $16.50 NM Happy Hour: Wednesday May 15-TL: Carol Nelson— Location: It’s a surprise 3pm - 6 pm $11 M $16.50 NM

BONNIE and CLYDE

SFCC SPARTAN THEATER

SUNDAY, May 19, 1:30—5:00

Tour Leader: Karolynn Clark

When Bonnie and Clyde meet at the height of the Great Depression,

their mutual cravings for excitement and fame immediately set them on

a mission to chase their dreams. Their bold and reckless behavior turns

the young lovers' thrilling adventure into a downward spiral, putting

themselves and their loved ones in trouble with the law.

Dinner (on your own) to follow at the Downriver Grill

$24.00 Members $29.50 Non Members

Includes: Tour Leader, Transportation, Ticket

Put on your walking shoes. We will be seeing all of Spokane Transit’s vehicles and operations. With the need to provide transportation for the Spokane area, STA has a wide variety of vehicles. The vans and busses include lifts to help mobility chal-lenged individuals. Van pool vans are leased, for groups of people car pooling to work. We will visit the Plaza and have our pictures taken for bus passes. Learn how to read a schedule and catch the right bus. You may ride our van back to Corbin, or take the Monroe Street bus and be dropped off 1 block from Corbin. $10.00 M $15.50 NM

Includes: Tour Leader and Transportation

We had such a great time, we are going back !! T our #2

KHQ Studio tour Wednesday May, 8 -9:00 12:30 Tour Leader: Marianne Nemeth

Tour the studio’s and meet Leslie Lowe. Stand in front of the “Green Screen” and see how the weather pictures are projected. Meet some of your favorite media personalities. After the tour, we will go to lunch at Central Foods at Kendall Yards. $9.00 M $14.50 NM

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ALL TOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. CANCELLATION FEES APPLY, SEE FLYER FOR DETAILS

CORBIN’S DAY & LONG TOUR RATINGS *EASY ~ Ability to walk short distances on mostly level ground. Mobility aids you can manage yourself are acceptable. ** MODERATE ~ Ability to get in and out of the van a few times, walk at least a mile without mobility aids and be in good health. *** DIFFICULT ~ Ability to walk over uneven terrain with no mobility aids, be fit and in good health. **** CHALLENGING ~ Rough conditions on occasion. Call tour coordinator or the tour leader for further information.

Chewelah Casino Wednesday– May 29 - 9:00—1:00

Tour Leader: Irene Schell

Let’s get ready to gamble!! It’s Senior day at the Chewelah Casino.

Enjoy a great ride, free Play, buffet discount And a good time with

your Corbin friends. (Lunch and gambling on your own)

Includes: Tour Leader & Transportation

$14.00 M $19.50 NM

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SPOKANE TRANSIT AUTHORITY Thursday May 16, 9:15 –1:30

Tour Leader: Marianne Nameth

ROSLYN ANTIQUES/CEMENATARY TOUR Saturday May 18 8:00Am—5:00pm

Tour Leader: Laura Schlangen

If you love nostalgia, think back to a TV show called Northern Exposure. The show was said to be set in Alaska, but was really filmed right here in Washington State. This is a nice scenic drive and when you arrive, you will en-joy all this little town has to offer. With several antique and collectable shops, enjoy a nice stroll through the streets. Visit the Brick for lunch. (On your own) The Brick Tavern boasts itself as the oldest tavern in Washington State. To finish up our trip, take a stroll in one of the oldest cemeteries in the area. $38.00 M $43.50 NM


Spokane’s Waste to Energy Facility And lunch at the Long Horn BBQ Thursday May 30—10:30-2:00 Tour Leader: Ron Anselmo

The plant is operated by the City of Spokane's Solid Waste Disposal Department. The City took over operations of the plant in November 2014 to reduce costs and ensure ongoing efficient operations. The change in operations coincided with other changes in how the Spokane community's solid waste is managed. Previously, the plant was operated by a private company under contract with the City. Feel free to ask any questions you may have. Please wear weather appropriate clothing, as some of the tour is outside. Closed toe shoes are also required. After the tour, we will go to the Long Horn BBQ for lunch. (On your own.) $9.00 M $14.50 NM


Lunch and Two Funky Neighborhoods Lunch at Italia Trattoria

Tuesday May 21, 2019 9:30—2:00 Tour Leader: Ron Krueger

The area known as Vinegar Flats has a diverse history and was once home to local tribes, pioneers from the East coast, as well as new immigrants moving into Spokane. As early as 1874 there were small farms and orchards springing up with apple and peach trees hanging with fruit. When the factory began operations in 1890, vinegar was especially important for the preservation of a variety of foods. In an era before household refrigeration, pickling in vinegar was a common method of preserving fruits and vegetables. The Vinegar Works operated in the three-story building at 11th Avenue and Spruce Street until 1958 producing ci-der, malt, and white wine vinegar. Tucked along the south banks of the Spokane River gorge, between the bustle of the city and the historic charm of Browne’s Addition, is the small nest of Peaceful Valley. Anchored by a neighborhood park, simple homes with welcoming front porches make up most of this hidden locale, although taller townhomes have begun to dot the narrow streets. Peaceful Valley is one of the oldest established neighborhoods in Spokane.

Lunch on your own Includes: Tour Leader & Transportation

$10.00 M $15.50 N M

Breakfast at the Skyway Café & Tour of Life Flight Monday, May 20 - 9:00—1:00 Tour Leader: Tom Z

Large portions will be sure to stick with you through the day. With a total of 5 Breakfast Menu’s, there isn’t much missing from this restaurant. Watch the planes take off and land, as well as the memorabilia that hangs on the walls and ceiling. Next we will tour the Life Flight helicopter ambulance operations. The Life Flight Network is the largest not-for-profit air medical transport service in the United States and is celebrating 41 years of service to communities across Oregon, Washington, Idaho,

and Montana. $9.00 M $14.50 NM Includes: Tour Leader and Transportation

Corbin Walking Group would like to invite you to come for a walk with friends.

We walk for 1hr at different sites around Spokane. We meet at 9am at Corbin and the cost is only, $1 to get on the van. We will return to Corbin no later than 11:30am. This month the group will be walking: May 2nd @ Brown’s addition his-torical loop May 16th @ Kendall Yard Centennial Trail route.

Memorial Day Weekend at Hennessey's Sunday -May, 26 9:50 to 3:00 Tour Leader: Laura Schlangen

This is an annual event at Hennessey. This year featuring a salute to Elvis. Refreshments will be served. $5.00 M $10.00 NM Includes Tour Leader & Transportation

Walk Four Beautiful Bridges #2 Fri. May 31, 2019

9:45am—2:00p Tour Leader: Ron Krueger

This was such a successful trip that, we had a big waiting list, so, let’s do it again. This is about a two mile walk. We will take the people on the last interest list, as the first people to go. Lunch at the Davenport Grand, (on your own). See flyers for more information on the walk. $10.00 M $15.50 N M Includes: Tour leader and Transportation

Spokesman Review Tour Tuesday June 4—9:45– 1:00 Leader: Marianne Nemeth

Enjoy a tour of the iconic Spokesman Review building. From the Gar-goyles to the press room. You will see it all. Lunch to follow at Perkins. (on your own). $10.00 M $15.50 Includes: Tour leader & Transportation

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LONG TOURS Radium Hot Springs and Fort Steele May 22-24, 2019 Tour Leader: Valerie Harper-Murdoch Radium Hot Springs: The charming alpine village of Radium Hot Springs is the first destination visitors encounter on the way to Kootenay National Park and Radium Hot Springs below the rock cliffs of Sinclair Canyon. From the spacious mineral hot pool, you may be able to spot one of the bighorn sheep that make this canyon home. Leap back into the 1890s and experi-ence the vibrant restored pioneer boomtown of Fort Steele

Heritage Town. $265.00 PPDO $400.00 PPSO Deposit $125.00 Final payment due: May, 8, 2019. Includes: Lodging, Tickets,2 Breakfasts & Transportation

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NORWEGIAN FJORD EXPLORER: Land Only **Moderate August 24-September 3, 2019 Tour Leader: Ron Krueger This tour of Norway focuses on the country’s natural beauty with its glistening mountains, fjords, waterfalls, and glaciers. Includes: Land Tour, Hotels, All Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

$2099 ppdo ~ $2739 ppso Deposit $250 Final Payment Due: June 20th, 2019

Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park September 10-16, 2019 **Moderate Tour Leader: Laura Schlangen Enjoy the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park on this deluxe motor coach tour. Enjoy the pristine countryside views. The tour starts in Spokane and travels to Vancou-ver BC, Kamloops BC, British Columbia Wildlife Park, Lake Louise, Sulphur Moun-tain Gondola Ride, Glacier National Park, Red Jammers (sightseeing tour), Ka-lispell, Kamloops, Banff. Tour price includes: Deluxe Motor coach, Tour Director, National Park Entrance Fees, Sulphur Mountain Gondola Ride, Red Jammers Sight Seeing Tour, British Columbia Wildlife Park, 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

$1999 ppdo $2599 ppso Deposit $200 Final Payment Due July 20th, 2019

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DANUBE DREAMS 10 DAY RIVER CRUISE PRAGUE TO

BUDAPEST : AUGUST 10 - 20, 2020 Tour Leader: Christa Richardson

SAVE: Add air for only $299 from GEG by booking and depositing before May 31, 2019

Your European adventure begins with two nights in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. Guided sight-seeing shows you its best-known treasures. See the Astronomical Clock, Hradcany Castle, and St. Vitus Cathedral. Destinations include: Czech Republic: Prague, Germany: Regensburg, Passou-Schlogen Oxbow, Austria: Linz, Melk-Wachau Valley, Vienna, Slovakia: Bratislava, Hungary: Budapest. Category E Interior Cabin $3631.00 Includes: River

Cruise, All Breakfasts, Most Lunches and All Dinners.

Astoria Oregon June 21-24, 2019

Tour Leader: Virginia Chapman Astoria is surrounded by the beauty

of the forest, mountains, three rivers and the sea. Because of its steep hills and beautiful Victorian homes, Astoria has been called the “Little San Francis-co of the Pacific Northwest.” Astoria has a rich maritime history. Enjoy a trol-ley ride, The Maritime Museum and a visit to the beautiful Flavel House. Visit Buoy Beer Restaurant, formerly a fish processing plant. The restaurant has a hole in the floor covered with glass, so you can watch the sea lions. Walk along the beautiful River Walk just outside your motel. This and many more sights will make this a fun-filled stay.

$475.00 PPDO - $702.00 PPSO Deposit $150, Final payment June 7th Including: Lodging, Transportation,

2 Breakfasts, Tour Leader

Additional day added. New price NATURAL WONDERS OF COSTA RICA FEBRUARY 15 - 23, 2020

9 DAY TOUR FROM SAN JOSE TO SAN JOSE Tour Leader: Laura Schlangen

Grab your camera and get ready for a wonderful vaca-tion to Costa Rica! Witness bountiful wildlife in their nat-ural habitat, enjoy relaxing dips in ecothermal hot springs, and learn about the Costa Rican culture on this thrilling adventure. Among the many highlights of this tour is Tortuguero National Park, where you'll take a boat ride along remote, unspoiled sections of the park to view wildlife. Your guide will look out for the wildlife-including freshwater turtles, egrets, toucans, and mon-keys-so you can sit back, relax, and take plenty of pic-tures. Price includes: land tour sightseeing, hotels and meals as specified in the itinerary, and the ser-vices of a professional tour director.

$2,239 PPDO $2714 PPSO SAVE 10% BY BOOKING AND DEPOSITING BEFORE NOVEM-BER 26, 2019.

On Safari In Kenya, 8 Day Nairobi Tour: Land Only **Moderate September 20-29, 2019 Tour Leader: Christa Richardson Explore magnificent national parks and reserves on this exciting Kenya and Tanza-nia safari. Your expedition begins in Nairo-bi as you depart for the Maasai Mara Na-tional Reserve. You’ll embark on morning

and afternoon game drives in the “Mara”- home to lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena, wildebeest, and zebra. Next, explore Amboseli National Park, known for it views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Here, you’ll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of elephants, Cape buffalo, and more.

Includes: 7 Breakfast, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners, Transportation on the tour, Lodging & Tour Leader.

Deposit $250 Insurance $249 PP $2639 PPDO $3084 PPSO $2569 PPTR Final Payment Due: July 18th 2019

Spotlight on San Antonio Holiday December 5-9, 2019

Tour Leader Virginia Chapman Stay right downtown and discover San Antonio’s beauti-ful River Walk, one of the prettiest parts of the city. Trees, pathways, stone bridges and glistening water winds through the city center and reveals its deep culture and vibrant personality. During the holiday season, the River Walk sparkles even brighter with millions of deco-rative lights illuminating its already charming atmosphere. You are sure to lose your-self in the spirit of the holiday season as you stroll along the river surrounding the fes-tive decorations. Highlights: Mission San Jose - The Alamo - LBJ Ranch - Fredericksburg - Choice of South Texas Heritage Center or San Antonio Botanical Gardens - El Mercado - Paseo del Rio Cruise

$2349 PPDO $2749 PPSO Deposit $500 Save $150 before July 5 Includes: Round trip air from Spokane Intl Airport, hotel, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners,

hotel transfers

Sun Valley Jazz Festival October 16-20 2019

Tour Leader: Valerie Harper-Murdoch If you enjoy good music, dancing, food and drink and beautiful scenery, this is the trip for you. We will spend

the first night in Nampa, Idaho on our way to Sun Valley the following morn-ing. This is a huge festival with over forty bands and 200 musicians. We will check into the beautiful Lime Light Hotel, in Ketchum ID a short distance from the Festi-val. Bands will play at the Sun Valley Resort and surrounding ski lodges. Shuttle buses will transport you up the mountain while passing celebrities ski homes along the way. Price includes a bracelet that will get you into the music venues and shuttle buses. Time to tap your toes, listen to some great tunes and enjoy the food and festivities.

$752.00 PPDO $910.00 PPSO Deposit $ 150.00 Includes: Bracelet for venues, Transportation, Lodging,

Fireworks at Coeur d’ Alene Casino July 4th-5th, 2019E

Enjoy a day and evening at the newly remodeled Coeur d ‘ Alene casino resort and hotel. Eat at one of the 8 restaurants. Play any of their 1400 gaming machines. Reserve a service at their award -winning spa. Watch the spectacular firework dis-play to top the night off.

WE WILL HAVE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON PROMOTIONS ON MAY 30TH

$100 PPDO $200 PPSO Deposit $50 Includes: Transportation, Hotel

RAGTIME JAZZ in TWISP Thursday, July 11, to Friday, July 12

Tour Leader: Ron Krueger

Bill Hottell’s Ragtime Jazz Band (five members plus a Hawaiian dancer) will perform just for our group on Thursday evening.

In between sets, we will dine on a gourmet catered dinner (included). We will be staying at a lovely hotel , the Abby Creek Inn located in Winthrop. Includes: Transportation, Tour Leader, Lodging, Breakfast, Dinner and En-tertainment

$208.00 PPDO $270.00 SPSO Final Payment Due: June 26th

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SEMINARS AND TOPICS OF INTEREST


THINGS TO DO SANDBOX SEWERS Tues. 9am~3pm $10 class or $25 month UN/US)

Looking to sew with friends, then come and sew with the Sandbox Sewers. Our May project will be constructing nine patch quilt blocks using the strip piecing method and cutting using width of fabric. Participants will receive a 16" piece of plain fabric and a sample square. Each person will need to choose a co-ordinating print fabric to complete their own nine patch blocks. After everyone completes the blocks we will exchange blocks. The challenge then is to incorporate the blocks you receive into a project of your own choosing. So come and have a relaxing day sewing with the Sandbox Sewers.

So come and have a relaxing day sewing with the Sandbox Sewers. Stop by on Tuesdays and see what we are working on or bring your sewing machine and sew with us. You are free to bring any sewing project you would like to work on. If you have any sewing related questions or could use some help, please stop by on Tuesdays and the group will help you in any way we can. We also do mending on the last Tuesday of the month and will take a maximum of 2 items. Any clothing for mending must be clean. Cost starts at $2 per item to be donated to the Corbin Center. For questions call Nancy at 509-944-1888 or [email protected]

Bridge classes with Doyle Crook Beginning bridge lessons are available on Mondays or Tuesdays. For fur-ther details, dates, and times contact Doyle Crook at 509-590-6122 or e mail—[email protected]. The lessons cost $10 per session.

COMPUTER & TECH HELP with Jerry Daub

Jerry will be on vacation starting on May 15 and returning in September. He will continue working at the reception desk and helping with your computer issues on Wednesdays. In September, you can call the reception desk (327-1584) and make an appointment to see Jerry. We really appreciate all the work Jerry donates to Corbin.

Thrifty Boutique OPEN FIVE DAYS A WEEK MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 10:00—2:00 – EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS

Dresses and pants for Spring are here and can be tried on in our new private fitting room! You’ll also find flip-flops, san-

dals, pretty tops and capris for the warmer weather to enjoy. Or perhaps consider a new dress for the upcoming tea! You’ll find it all here this month at the Thrifty Boutique. Your Friendly Thrifty Boutique Volunteers.

Non-league Wii Bowling Corbin members are welcome to Wii bowl when the league is not practicing. If you do not want the commitment of belonging to a

league, stop by and check out the Wii bowling equipment from the Reception Desk. Don’t know how to play? We’ll teach you. The best times to bowl are Wed. am & Thurs. before 11am or after 1pm, or Friday am. The league schedule is also posted at the Reception desk.

WED. May 8

Cribbage is played on Mon. and Wed., at 1:00 pm, cost is .50 per person. Just stop by, we will make room for you.

Pinochle Played on Wed., and Fri., at 8:30 am in the Multi Purpose room, cost is .50 per person. The Lower South room has pinochle on Wednesday at 12:30 pm for $1.00 per person.

Let’s have some fun! Try something new!!

Mexican Train is played on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 in the Multipurpose room .50 person. This is one of our most popular games. Come and join the fun!

Intro to Drawing with Jaquan Tracy

Intro to Drawing continues. This class is on Wed. & Thur. in the Upper South room from 1:00 to 3:15 pm. Stop by or call the Reception Desk at 327-1584 to sign up and to get your materials list & syllabus. Class is $25

for a two month session. New participants welcome anytime, materials cost approximate-ly $75 with 10% discount at Spokane Art Supply.

Walking at Corbin Spring is here and we are moving our walk-ing group back out doors. Please meet us at 9am on May 2nd and May 16th. We will ride in the van to our destination and walk for 1hr, then return to Corbin. Destinations are picked in advance, so if you have a location to recommend contact Heide at 509-327-1584. May 2nd @ Brown’s Addition historical loop May 16th @ Kendall Yard Centennial trail route.

Pool Room All welcome anytime M-F 8am to 4pm! Check in at reception, $1 to play and best of luck! Solo and looking for partners to play with? We are announcing the times of noon and 2pm as social times to try and catch a partner! Drop by during these times and see if someone else is ready to play!

New Season of Wii Bowling is Upon Us!

As one season of Corbin’s Wii bowling league has

come to a close, another is ready to begin. The

new session of Wii bowling is set to begin May

6th and will continue over the next 12 weeks.

Also note that there is an All City Tournament

scheduled for May 10th. At the league close

down session for this last season, the idea was

discussed to have a smaller tournament just for the folks at Corbin. We plan on having lunch to-

gether that day and then running both our Wii systems at the same time, so that we can all get in a

game. I’ve talked with Heide and it looks like we are tentatively planning to hold this tournament on

Monday, June 3rd at 11:30. There will be more information to come out later regarding this event,

so pencil it in and prepare to stand by. Finally, I just want to welcome and encourage any and all

considering Wii bowling to reach out to me in order to get involved. It is so much fun and you’ll en-

joy being a part of this talented and friendly group.

Sincerely, Mary Kay Bryan


VOLUNTEER’S SPOTLIGHT

Wendy Whitaker

This month’s volunteer spotlight features recep-

tionist extraordinaire, Wendy Whitaker. Origi-

nally born in Philadelphia, PA, Wendy made her

way to North Carolina with her family at an ear-

ly age where she picked up her wonderful

southern accent. As life carried on, she eventu-

ally made her way out west to Denver, Colorado where she attended nursing

school to become an RN. Approximately 27 years ago, Wendy moved to Spo-

kane to raise her two children, as she loves this part of the country. She would

then move on to continue to serve and help others as an RN for various

healthcare organizations in Spokane over the next couple of decades. With a

full and fruitful career behind her, Wendy retired full of energy for this new sea-

son of life. That’s when she found Corbin. At the behest of a few of Corbin’s

members, they convinced her that Corbin was the place to be and that she

should also volunteer. Wasting no time, Wendy joined Corbin in August of last

year and immediately set out to volunteer as a receptionist. Anyone who stops

by Corbin on Wednesday afternoons knows there is great conversation and

laughs to be had thanks to Wendy’s welcoming demeanor. Always enjoying a

good adventure, Wendy will be traveling with her friends at Corbin to Scotland

this month. Thank you, Wendy, for all you do for Corbin.

Two birthdays were celebrated on April 5, Laura Schlangen and Linda Frand-sen. Laura Schlangen was the winner of a $20.00 gift certificate towards any activity at Corbin. The lovely cake and gift certificate were provided by Fair-wood Retirement Village & Assisted Living. The lunch was delicious, with a great variety of food. All guests celebrating a birthday, will be entered to win the $20.00 gift certificate. If it is your birthday month, please let the volunteers at the reception desk know before May 2nd. The next Birthday Pot Luck is May 3, 2019. Bring a dish, enjoy the company and celebrate, even if it’s not your birthday. The lunches are a lot of fun and you may even win a prize.

Corbin’s Monthly Birthday Potluck Sponsored by

Fairwood

Congrats to Doris White! Not only was Doris White a new member who signed

up at the Health Fair, but she was the winner of this

year’s $250 passport drawing! What a way to wel-

come her into the Corbin community.

Congrats Doris!

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