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September 2015

Bill Westley Chairman of the Board of Directors

Karla R. Madrid Executive Director

Debbie Santiago Program Coordinator

Bob Geiger Councilman Town Board Liaison

Phone: 716.633.5138 Fax: 716.633.2276 Email: [email protected] Web-site: www.clarenceseniorcenter.org

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Clarence Senior Citizens, Inc.

4600 Thompson Road

Clarence, NY 14031

Phone 633-5138 • Fax 633-2276

Email: [email protected]

Web-site: www.clarenceseniorcenter.org

Regular Center Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

(Doors open at 8:50 am)

Wednesday evening 6:30 - 9:30 pm

(Doors open at 6:15 pm)

Outreach Services: Friday: 9:30 - 11:00 am.

Center Staff

Executive Director ............... Karla R. Madrid

Program Coordinator .......... Debbie Santiago

Program Associate ................... Carol Serviss

Bookkeeper………………… Catherine Holmes

Office Manager ..................... Lena VanBuren

Office Assistant .................... Joyce DePronio

Nutrition Coordinator ............... Nancy Kopp

Transportation ........................... Ken Adams

MOW Site Manager ....... Mary Lou McDermott

MOW Office .................................. 633-9783

Outreach Services………. Pamela L. Mesches

@636-3070

Sign In Procedures

Please sign-in upon arrival and sign-out upon

exiting the building . Member sign-in is located in

the foyer and guest sign-in is located in the office.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation is available to members on a first call, first reserved basis. Please call the office to make or to cancel a reservation. To help defray the cost of transportation, a suggested donation

of $1 each way is greatly appreciated.

Shopping is available four afternoons each week. Shoppers leave from the Center at 1:00 p.m. for

an hour at the store and are then taken home.

The mission of Clarence Senior Citizens, Inc. is to provide social, recreational, educational, and nutritional programs, as well as opportunities for

volunteerism, to persons in the community who are fifty-five and older.

Monday .................................... Wegmans & Target Tuesday ........................................................... Tops Wednesday....……….Post Office@11:30/Dash’s** Friday ........................................................ Wal Mart

**2nd Wednesday of Month ....... Eastern Hills Mall

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

AARP ................................... 1-800-424-3410

Community Education ................... 407-9001

EPIC Hotline ........................ 1-800-332-3742

Erie County Adult Protection ......... 858-6877

Erie County Senior Services ........... 858-8526

Library .......................................... 741-2650

Meals on Wheels ........................... 633-9783

Parks Department ......................... 741-8927

Post Office (Main Street) ................ 759-1243

Senior Citizen’s Helpline ..... 1-800-342-9871

Senior Outreach Services ............... 636-3070

Social Security ..................... 1-800-772-1213

State Police ................................... 759-6831

Town Clerk ................................... 741-8938

Transportation

Clarence Senior Center Bus ........... 633-5138

Going Places Van ........................... 858-7433

Rural Transit ................................. 565-3323

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In This Issue

AARP Smart Driver Course……………...7

Birthday Celebration ........................... 6

Blood Pressure ................................... 8

Computer Support……………………….I2

CSC Diners………………………………… 7

Movies ....................................... .4 & 6

New Members .................................... 3

Special Events Calendar ...................... 9

Travel………………………………………11

Theatergoers ................................... 10

Weekly Schedule ................................ 8

Fall has almost arrived in Western NY and with it comes change and lots of color. Your senior center is always colorful and full of new looks. Check out the new programs and try something that you haven't tried before, or sign up for something you haven't done for years, but you have always loved. Between now and the end of the year new Directors for the Center’s Board will be recommended to the Town for appointment. If you are interested in serving on the Center’s Board, pick up an application from the office, fill it out and turn it back in. The Nominating Committee of the Center’s Board will review all applications and recommend to the Center’s Board candidates that the Committee feels will best serve the Center's mission. The Center’s Board will then approve or modify the recommendation and submit the candidates to the Town for appointment. Bill Westley Board Chair

Dear Friends, Recently, I received notice from Hazel Ellis that she and Dick would be “retiring” as volunteer trip leaders for the CSC Travelers. I want to take this opportunity to thank them for all of the work they have done over the years in facilitating our trips. They were helpful, enthusiastic travelers who did so much to make our trips successful. However, I don’t want you to think that CSC traveling will stop. We’re going to build on what we have and offer some exciting new adventures in 2016! More information will follow in future newsletters. Do be sure to look at the pink insert in this newsletter. There are so many opportunities to try something new at the Center….for FREE. There is no better time than now! Speaking of something new...there is a dart board in the pool room that was installed not long ago. If you’d be interested in starting up competitions, let us know in the office. Have a great month,

Karla

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Welcome New Members…

Mary Kavanagh, Frank Komorowski, Mary Mallon, Orlando Carlini,

Karen Peterson, Roselle Karpovage, Ruth Johnson, Kathleen Zubler

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR...

FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR...

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FIND YOUR NAME “HIDDEN” IN THE SILVER STREAK AND COME TO THE OFFICE TO PICK UP

YOUR TWO FREE CSC LUNCH CERTIFICATES

Eat, Live, Be Well…ness Group **moving to a new day**

Tuesday, September 1st

10:00 a.m.

Losing weight takes personal commitment and a

decision to do things differently, which can be difficult

to maintain on your own. The collective goal of a

group of like-minded individuals can inspire and

motivate you. Weekly meetings, facilitated by CSC

member Kathy Tepas, include a private weigh-in and

information on nutrition, exercise and healthy lifestyles.

Please sign up in the office.

Volunteer Meeting Tuesday, September 1st

10:30 a.m.

Volunteering is a great way to make friends, have fun,

and contribute to a worthy cause. Debbie Santiago,

Program Coordinator, will discuss upcoming volunteer

opportunities at the Center and in the community.

Ovarian Cancer Tuesday, September 1st

1:30 p.m.

Chrystine Tedeschi, Ovarian Cancer Helpline (SHARE)

representative, will give a presentation on dispelling the

myths of ovarian cancer and educating you on the signs

and symptoms.


Buffalo Bisons Baseball Game Tuesday, September 1st

5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Join us as the Bisons take on the Syracuse Chiefs.

Prior to the baseball game enjoy the Bisons ethnic

festival series, German Festival Night with an

Oktoberfest twist. Cost is $2.00 which includes

school bus transportation from the Center.

Tickets for this evening’s game are generously

donated by BlueCross Blue Shield of WNY.

Sign up and pay in the office.

Movie Favorite:

“All of Me” Wednesday, September 2nd

1:15 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Starring: Steve Martin & Lily Tomlin

Martin plays a lawyer who would rather be a jazz

musician. Tomlin plays a terminally ill spinster who

intends to have her soul transported into the beautiful

body of a stable hand's daughter. Her soul takes

over the right side of Martin's body.

“Smart Seniors: Stopping Scam

Artists Before They Strike” Friday, September 4th

1:30 p.m.

Karen Davis, Senior Consumer Fraud Rep., Bureau of

Consumer Fraud & Protection NYS Attorney General's

Office, will inform you of ways to spot common scams

that target seniors by telephone, mail order or the internet.


Monday, September 7th

LABOR DAY

THE CENTER IS CLOSED

Antiques to Go Tuesday, September 8th

1:30 p.m.

You are a collector when you own three of anything

collectible. Three collectors will share their experiences

and the results of their collecting. Please bring a sample

of a collection (or collections) you might have.

Widows & Widowers Tuesday, September 8th

2:30 p.m.

This is a place to meet new friends who share a common

bond. Monthly events such as breakfast and dinner are

planned. Light refreshments will be served.

All are welcome to join us.

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Healthy Living Chronic Disease

Self-Management Workshop Wednesday, September 9th

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Put life back in your life. Join a representative from Erie

County Senior Service Wellness Team for a FREE six

week workshop. A trained volunteer will lead a highly

participatory six week workshop. The workshop teaches

adults experiencing chronic health problems (i.e.,

diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure etc.) practical skills

needed to manage chronic conditions in order to maintain

and/or increase life’s activities. Class will also meet on

Wednesday, Sept. 16, 23 & 30 and October 7 & 4.

Sign up in the office.

BlueCross BlueShield of Western NY Thursday, September 10th

2:00 p.m.

A representative from BlueCross BlueShield will be

available to answer questions you have concerning

your current policy or the rules of Medicare.

“Fit While You Sit” Friday, September 11th

10:15 a.m.

Exercising while sitting in a chair helps participants

improve muscular strength, cardiovascular health

coordination and balance. Learn how to increase strength

and improve mobility with seated chair exercises.

Presented by Jared Byer of Made 2 Move Fitness.


“New” Meditation Class Friday, September 11th* & 18th*

9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and

balance that benefits both your emotional well-being

and your overall health. It takes only a few minutes every

day. Once incorporated into the daily routine, meditation

becomes the best part of your day! Join Bill Nowak

as he guides you through a meditation.

*free September Specials


Clarence Hollow Farmers Market Saturday, September 12th

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Stop by and visit our volunteers at the Clarence Hollow

Farmers Market. We are invited to participate at the

market as a visiting Vendor to educate the public about

the Clarence Senior Center and our mission.

The Breakfast Club

Denny’s 5699 S. Transit Road, Lockport

Saturday, September 12th

10:00 a.m.

If you enjoy going out for breakfast, this is for you!

Participants order off of the menu and

pay individual checks.

Sign up in the office if you plan to attend.

Visit with Violet Monday, September 14th

10:30 a.m.

Violet, an adorable Yellow Lab, and her owner, Kathy,

will visit the Center today. Violet will visit the Center

again on Wednesday, September 30th at 10:30 a.m.

Bob Poczik Presentation:

“Twelve Years A Slave” The program is based on the book by Solomon Northup

Monday, September 14th

1:30 p.m.

Solomon Northup was a free Black man from New York

State who was drugged, beaten and sold into slavery in

1841. He spent the next 12 years of his life in captivity on

deep South Louisiana plantations. He was 30 years old,

and he did not see his wife and three children until he was

rescued 12 years later. He wrote a vivid account of his

abduction and life as a slave, which was published in

1853. After the Civil War, “Twelve Years a Slave” fell

into obscurity and Solomon Northup was forgotten.

The story became known again when it was made into

a powerful film that won the Academy Award as Best

Picture. This program will share and comment on

Solomon Northup’s powerful and affecting story.


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Art & Architecture of Forest Lawn Tuesday, September 15th

1:30 p.m.

Sandy Starks, Interpretive Program Director, will give a

presentation on the interesting stories behind many of the

sculptures, monuments, and statues created by such

artists as Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Larry Griffis and

Charles Cary Rumsey of Forest Lawn. You will learn

about the many architecture styles and details that grace

the many mausoleums around picturesque Mirror Lake.


Birthday Lunch Wednesday, September 16th

12:30 p.m.

Join us for our monthly birthday celebration!

Cake will be served with lunch and those celebrating a

September birthday will receive a special gift.

The suggested donation for lunch is $3.00.

Please sign up on the designated birthday

sheet on the nutrition board.

Movie

“The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”

Wednesday, September 16th

1:15 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Starring: Dev Patel & Maggie Smith

As the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has only a single

remaining vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for

two fresh arrivals - Sonny pursues his expansionist dream

of opening a second hotel. Encore presentation:

Friday, September 18th at 1:15 p.m.

Potluck Supper at the Center Wednesday, September 16th

Doors open at 5:15 p.m.

All members are welcome to this evening of food and

fun! Please bring an appetizer or main dish to pass.

Dessert and beverages will be provided.

Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m.

Regular evening activities will follow.

Sign-up the office by Friday, Sept. 11th.

Out & About

Forest Lawn Cemetery Thursday, September 17th

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Take a tour on the CSC bus to view the art and

architecture of Forest Lawn. The guided tour will take

you through the historic and beautifully landscaped

grounds and you will also learn about the many

architecture styles and details that grace the many

mausoleums around picturesque Mirror Lake.

Cost for this outing is $6.00 which includes

CSC bus transportation from the Center.

Please sign up and pay in the office.

Summer Picnic at the Center Thursday, September 17th

12:30 p.m.

Join us for a picnic at the Center. Hot dogs, two side

dishes, dessert and beverages will be served.

Cost is $3.00

Sign up and pay in the office by Friday, Sept.11th.

Saturday Activity Day

@ the Clarence Library Saturday, September 19th

Noon – 4:00 p.m.

Game play begins at 12:30 p.m.

Rediscover the simple pleasures and mental challenges of

face-to-face classic gaming. Games available to play

include Cards, Rummikub, Backgammon, and Dominoes.

Other board games are available upon request or… spend

your time enjoying all the services the library has to offer.

Reminisce Program with Carol “Remembering the ‘50s”

begins at 1:00 p.m. Take some time to sit back,

remember and share your memories of days gone by

(Elvis, Ike, Television, Radio, Hi-Fi).

Please sign up in the office if you plan to attend.

Upcoming Activity Days at the Library:

Saturday, October 10th

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, December 12th

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AARP Smart Driver Course Monday, September 21st

9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The AARP Driving Course is a great way to save money

on your auto insurance! Cost is $20.00 for

AARP members and $25.00 for non-AARP members.

Call the office at 633-5138 to reserve your spot.

Upcoming Classes:

October 26th

November 16th

Greeting Card Workshop Monday, September 21st

1:15 p.m.

Instructor and demonstrator Diane Carr will assist you

in making two new greeting cards. View a sample of

the cards you will create in the front display case.

Cost for the craft is $5.00.


Learn to Play Pickleball Monday, September 21st

1:30 p.m.

Pickle-ball is a fun game for all ages and was designed

to be easy to learn and play whether you're five,

eighty-five or somewhere in between. Pickleball

is a cross between badminton, tennis, and ping-pong

and played with a paddle, ball (similar to a wiffle ball)

on a court or in a yard. Join Barb Westermeier,

Ambassador of the USA Pickleball Assn., in a free

learn to play pickleball demonstration.


Fun Facts – Did You Know? Tuesday, September 22nd

1:30 p.m.

Did you know… Clarence was founded just 25 years

after the end of the Revolutionary War? Join Alicia

Braaten, Director/Curator of the Clarence Historical

Museum for a presentation of fun facts about Clarence.


Fidelis Care Tuesday, September 22nd

2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Fidelis Care workshops are informal, informational, and

easy to understand. Whether you are just becoming

eligible for Medicare or you’re already a member and

looking for clarification of the rules of Medicare,

this workshop is a great way to stay informed.

Points of View Current Events Discussion Group

Wednesday, September 23rd

11:00 a.m. - Noon

Today the group will utilize the Buffalo News

Section A for a group discussion.


Univera Thursday, September 24th

2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Univera workshops are informal, informational, and

easy to understand. Whether you are just becoming

eligible for Medicare or you’re already a member and

looking for clarification of the rules of Medicare,

this workshop is a great way to stay informed.

CSC Diners

Sean Patrick’s 3480 Millersport Hwy, Getzville

Thursday, September 24th

Meet at 5:00 – Dinner at 5:30

Menu Choices:

Shepard’s Pie $24.00

Roasted Turkey Dinner $25.00

Potato Encrusted Haddock $27.00

Includes coffee/tea and dessert and gratuity.

All Center members are welcome!

Sign up and pay in the office by Thursday, Sept. 17th.

WEEKLY

SCHEDULE

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

9:00 - 11:00 Computer Support

9/14 & 9/28

9:30 So-Sewers

9:30 Woodworking

10:15 Tap Dancing 11:30 Lyrical Jazz Dancing Noon Billiards

12:30 LUNCH IS SERVED

1:00 Euchre

9:00 Men’s Bridge 9:15 Women’s Bridge 10: 00 Eat, Live, Be Well...ness Group 10:00 Scrabble 10:00-12:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 11:30 Resistance Exercise Noon Billiards


1:00 Pinochle

9:00 Beginning Line Dancing 9:00 Euchre 9:30 So-Sewers 9:30 Line Dancing 9:30 Woodworking 9:30 Ceramics 10:00 - 12:00 Computer Support 11:15Arthritis Exercise Noon Billiards


12:30 Bridge 1:00 Watercolor Class 1:00 Canasta 5:00 Bocce 6:30 Pinochle, Pool Woodworking

9:00 Zumba 10:00 Beginner Bridge 11:00 Tai Chi Noon Billiards


12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:15 Bingo 1:15 Shuffleboard (cancelled 9/10)

9:00 Yoga

9:00 Stretch & Tone

9:30 – 11:00 Senior

Outreach Program

9:30 Rummikub

9:45 Meditation

10:00 - 11:30

Computer Support

11:30 Resistance

Exercise

Noon Billiards

12:30 LUNCH IS

SERVED

1:00 Pinochle

1:00 Poker

1:00 Dominoes

You’re a winner!!! Kathleen Pumm

SEE SEPTEMBER SPECIALS LISTED ON PINK INSERT

*All activities listed on the schedule are subject to time and date change and/or cancellation.

September Special Events

Su Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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10:00 Eat, Live, Be

Well...ness

10:30 Volunteer Meeting

1:30 Ovarian Cancer

5:00 Bisons Baseball

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1:15 & 6:30 Movie

Favorite

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1:30 Smart Seniors

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Center is Closed

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1:30 Antiques to Go

2:30 Widow &

Widowers

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10:00 Healthy Living

Workshop

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Primary Election Day

9:00 Board Meeting

2:00 BC & BS

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10:15 Fit While You Sit

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10:30 Visit w/Violet

1:30 Bob Poczik

Presentation

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1:30 Art & Architecture

of Forest Lawn

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Workshop

12:30 Birthday Lunch 1:15 & 6:30 Movie 5:15 Potluck Supper @ Center

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11:30 Out & About :

Forest Lawn Cemetery

12:30 Picnic @ Center

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1:15 Movie Encore

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9:00-3:30 AARP

Smart Driver

1:15 Greeting Card

Workshop

1:30 Pickleball

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1:30 Fun Facts

2:00 Fidelis Care

Casino

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Workshop

11:00 Points of View

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2:00 Univera

5:00 CSC Diners

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9:00 Volunteer

Appreciation Breakfast

10:15 Alzheimer’s

Support

10:30 New Member

Welcome

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5:15 Around the

World: Turkey

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1:30 Apple Fest

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Workshop

10:30 Visit w/Violet

12:00 Nonagenarian

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Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast Friday, September 25th

9:00 a.m.

“We appreciate your efforts and the care you

always take. Thanks for your commitment

and the difference that you make.”

At today’s event, we thank you and honor you

for your dedicated and helpful service.

Please sign up in the office by Friday, Sept. 18th.

Alzheimer’s Support Friday, September 25th

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

This group provides support, information,

and resources to anyone touched by Alzheimer’s.

New Member Welcome Friday, September 25th

10:30 a.m.

All new members, or anyone wanting to learn more

about the Center, are invited to attend this session.

A tour of the building will be given and

light refreshments will be served.

Read! Read! Read! Story Time @ Clarence Hollow Farmers Market

Saturday, September 26th

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Share your enthusiasm and love of reading at the

Clarence Hollow Scarecrow Festival. A tent will

be available for Center members to read to children.


Around The World

Turkey Monday, September 28th

5:15 p.m. doors open

Tonight, experience Turkish culture, history and

traditions. This evening you will enjoy a Turkish

meal including robust Turkish coffee and Turkish

baklava, Also, members of The Turkish Cultural

Center will give a presentation on Turkey,

folk dances and a music performance.

Cost for this event is $8.00.

Please sign up in the office by Monday, Sept. 21st.

Apple Fest Tuesday, September 29th

1:30 p.m.

It’s time to celebrate the Fall season!

Enjoy delicious apple pie a la mode with

entertainment provided by Johnny Dee.

Sign up in the office by Tuesday, September 22nd.

Nonagenarian Celebration Wednesday, September 30th

12:00 p.m.

Reaching the age of 90 is a milestone worthy of a

celebration! All nonagenarians—those between the

ages of 90 and 99—are invited for a FREE lunch

today. Following lunch, we will celebrate with

cake and ice cream. Everyone is welcome.

If you are 90 or older, please sign up in the office.

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“Winter Plants and Animal Adaptions”

@ The Clarence Nature Center Lodge Thursday, October 1st

11:00 a.m.

The plants and animals of our area are well adapted to

survive the long cold months of winter. Join Wayne

Robins, naturalist and founder of Nature Ed-ventures,

to learn the special adaptations of various plants and

animals during this time of year.

Meet at the Lodge located off of Sheridan Dr. (parking

is available), OR take an approximate 1/2 mile hike

from the Center to the Lodge, OR the bus will be

available to those who choose to ride.

A sub sandwich lunch can be ordered for $4.00

or bring your own brown bag lunch.

Sign up and pay in the office by Monday, Sept. 28th.

University Express:

US- EU Relations Friday, October 2nd

1:30 p.m.

The ongoing Greek debt crisis has received much

attention in US news, including debates about whether

Greece should or will exit from the Eurozone, and how

a “Grexit” might impact economies from Athens to

Wall Street and beyond. An even more important

issue for the US (and potentially, Western New York)

is the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership

(TTIP). What are the benefits of the TTIP for EU

member states, especially in the midst of the eurocrisis?

What are the benefits for the US, including New York

State as a top trade partner with the EU?

Instructor: Laurie Buonanno,

Professor, Political Science, Buffalo State College

Sign up in the office .

Read! Read! Read! Story Time @ Clarence Hollow Farmers Market

Saturday, October 3rd

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Share your enthusiasm and love of reading at the

Hounds in the Hollow event. A tent will be available

for Center members to read to children.


Flu and Pneumonia Shots Monday, October 5th &Tuesday, October 20th

9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

The Visiting Nursing Association will administer flu

and pneumonia vaccines. The following insurances

will be accepted: Medicare Part B, Univera,

Independent Health and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

Individuals are financially responsible to the VNA

for any charges not covered by insurance.

Call the office at 633-5138 for an appointment.

Shades of Chautauqua Chautauqua, NY

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Depart 8:30 a.m. - Return 7:30 p.m.

Travel to the Chautauqua Institution located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York state. Each summer the community comes alive with a unique mix of fine and performing

arts, lectures, interfaith worship and programs for all ages! Enjoy a Step On Guided Tour of the Historic lakeside village by a local historian.

Lunch will be at the Athenaeum Hotel.

Menu Choices:

Seared Ahi Tuna Grilled Sirloin Steak w/Diane Sauce Penne Pasta w/Crimini Mushrooms

After lunch set sail on the Chautauqua Lake aboard the 130 passenger state-of the-art yacht-type

Summer Wind with a two hour narrated cruise.

Price per person is $79.00.

Make checks payable to Maxima Tours Ltd.

Seneca Niagara Casino Tuesday, September 22nd

$17 per person

Depart 11:00 a.m. - Return 6:00 p.m.

Passengers Receive: $25 Seneca Slot Dollars


Make checks payable to Niagara Scenic Tours.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Computers are available in the CSC Library for

member use. Before using these computers for

the first time, members must sign the Computer

User Agreement available in the office.

Volunteers are available in the CSC library to

assist Center members with computer use

according to the following schedule:

Mondays, ..................................... Dave Schupp

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Wednesdays ................................. Ron Butler

10:00 a.m. - Noon

Fridays .......................................... Mike Concannon

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Dave, Ron, & Mike are each very experienced

with computers and can offer assistance with

e-mail, internet searches, software questions,

and general computer use.

Dash’s Tapesaver Program

Please save your Dash’s receipts and drop them off

in the box located in the front lobby. For every $100

worth of cash register receipts collected, Dash’s

Market will donate $2.50 to the Center.

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Cell Phone Collection

Do you have an old cell phone that you no longer use?

Please recycle your cell phone to benefit the Center.

A collection box is located in the Center foyer.

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The CSC is a drop off site for donations for our

military troops. Many thanks to the Clarence

American Legion Auxiliary 838 for assembling

the packages and getting them to the soldiers.

Suggested Items:

Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions &

creams, disposable razors, hand sanitizer, lip balm,

sun block, small combs, small pkgs. of tissues, pens,

pencils, note pads, small hand held games, playing

cards, puzzle books, gum, hard candy, black socks.

Monetary donations are also needed and appreciated.

As a 501 (c)(3) charitable not-for-profit

organization, Clarence Senior Citizens, Inc. is able to accept tax deductible

contributions. .Honor a special person by making a memorial donation.

Your donation will help to make a difference in the lives of seniors by supporting

a wide range of programs provided at the Clarence Senior Center.

DID YOU KNOW???

For your convenience when registering for FREE

activities, call the office or e-mail your information,

including name, phone number, and desired event(s) to

[email protected]. Or, feel free to

“make a list” and drop it off in the office. Events with

a fee require payment to be received in the office

before your name can be added to the list

Our sincere sympathy is extended to the family and friends of those members who recently passed.

Albert Payne

Richard Korpanty

Clarence Senior Center Library Come and browse...new books and magazines are added every

week. When checking out a book, please remember to remove

the card from the pocket in the back of the book, date it with

the month and year only, sign it, and place the card in the

small plastic container on the desk. When returning items,

put them in the blue basket on the desk. There are no late

fees, but please return items as soon as possible.

AARP FOUNDATION TAX-AIDE PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR UPCOMING TAX SEASON

The AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program, the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service, is seeking

volunteers for its Clarence program which helps taxpayers who need assistance preparing and filing their 2015 tax returns. The

Clarence Tax Aide program operates out of the Clarence Senior Center and the Clarence Public Library and last year assisted over

1500 taxpayers. Volunteers do not need to be an AARP member or a retiree to participate. All ages are welcome to serve as tax

preparers or to have their Federal and New York state taxes done free of charge.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers receive free tax training and are reimbursed on a limited basis for qualified program-related

expenses. They help taxpayers at sites around Western New York, learning new skills while giving back to their communities.

Last year, more than one-hundred Tax-Aide volunteers helped thousands of filers in Western New York. They join the more than 35,000 volunteers across the country, helping millions of taxpayers each year.

For more information (and to register as a potential Tax Aide) call Sandy at 716-759-6345

or Tom at 716-689-6118 by October 23. Training begins in November.

Clarence Senior Center

Book Group

The September Book Group meeting has been postponed.

Next Book Group Meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 5th at 1:30 p.m.

October’s book selection is “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr

November’s book selection is “The Mockingbird Next Door” by Marja Mills

December’s book selection is “The Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd

All are invited to join our discussion!

FLU & PNEUMONIA SHOTS

Monday, October 5th &

Tuesday, October 20th

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Administered by

The Visiting Nursing Association of WNY

The following insurance cards will be accepted:

Medicare Part B, Independent Health,

Univera and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

Individuals are financially responsible to the

VNA for any charges not covered by insurance.

Call the office at 633-5138 to schedule an appointment.

BAKED GOODS SALE

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20

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Cakes, pies, cupcakes, cookies are needed and greatly appreciated!

Please bring your donations Monday and / or Tuesday a.m.

SEPTEMBER SPECIALS Do you want to join an exercise class to improve your health, learn a new card game or expand your

creative side? This is the month to start. FREE classes for members available in September.

Pick one or try them all! Sign up in the office.

Free Beginner Line Dance Classes Wednesday, September 9

th & 16

th

9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Line dancing is great exercise and a wonderful way to meet new friends. Instructor Kitty Miranda will teach anyone

wanting to learn the basics.

Free Ceramics Classes Wednesday, September 9th

& 16th

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Instructor Joan Pionessa will provide instruction in decorative painting, paint, brushes and the firing of the project.

Supply your own project or pieces are available for purchase from the instructor.

Free Arthritis Exercise Classes Wednesday, September 9th

& 16th

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

The program uses gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility and range of motion and helps maintain muscle

strength using both seated and standing exercises. Dress comfortably and wear supportive shoes or sneakers.

Free Watercolor Classes Wednesday, September 9th

& 16th

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Instructor Dan Meyer will guide beginners, as well as those who already know and love watercolor painting, in

completing your own masterpiece!

Free Beginner Bridge Lessons Thursday, September 10th

& 17th

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Receive hands on instruction from CSC member Stan Kozlowski as Stan teaches you the card play to become a bridge

player. .

Free Stretch & Tone Exercise Classes Friday, September 11th

& 18th

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Instructor Ruth Marzano has designed an interval style workout that incorporates stretching with low impact and toning

exercises and also utilizes chair exercises. This workout is for all levels of abilities.

Free Yoga Classes Friday, September 11th

& 18th

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Yoga is a wonderful practice for stress management, improved flexibility and toning. Bring a cotton towel and dress in

comfortable clothes. Yoga mats will be provided.

Free Meditation Classes Friday, September 11th

& 18th

9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Instructor Bill Nowak will guide you in meditation and relaxation.

Free Tap Classes Monday, September 14th

& 21st

10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m

Tap and jazz provide great exercise while having fun expressing yourself through rhythm and music. No experience is

necessary. Sign up for one class or both!

Free Jazz Classes Monday, September 14th

& 21st 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Tap and jazz provide great exercise while having fun expressing yourself through rhythm and music. No experience is

necessary. Sign up for one class or both!

Free Zumba Classes Thursday, September 17th

& 24th

9:00a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Zumba fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow dance moves that work your entire body. Every class feels like a party!!

Free Tai Chi Classes Thursday, September 17th

& 24th

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Tai Chi is an Ancient Traditional Chinese practice that combines the mind, body and spirit. It is practiced today

primarily for its health benefits, stress relief and relaxation. Practitioners use meditation and deep breathing as they

move through a series of continuous exercises, called “forms” which resemble slow moving dance movements.

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