SeniorPlace offers Duplicate Bridge, Table Tennis, and more on Owatonna

We’ll be starting Duplicate Bridge on Friday afternoons at noon in the West Meeting Room. Interested? Contact Kathy Flister at (507) 214-1772.

Educational Meeting
On Thursday, Nov. 12, at 1 p.m. the South Central Human Relations will be speaking on the ‘many faces’ of depression in the senior population and how to handle seasonal depression during the holidays.
This program is in collaboration with SeniorPlace and Healthy Seniors of Steele County. Those who have the last names starting with E, F, G, and H are asked to bring a snack to pass.
Mark your calendars for the Christmas Program at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, with entertainment by Mr. Jeffrey Jackson.

Lefse for sale
“Just a little Lefse, goes a long way….” We’ve started selling Lefse for $7.50 for a one half dozen and a full dozen is $15. It is available ‘for sale’ from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
This is a first come, first serve no orders will be taken. Special thanks to the dedicated volunteers working on this project.

Quilt Raffle
The Quilt Raffle is going on for the beautiful White Butterfly Quilt with two Matching Throw Pillows (hand embroidered, machine quilted) and the Twin size afghan in Patriotic Colors (knitted and crocheted) until Dec. 16.
Tickets can be purchased at SeniorPlace and with the SeniorPlace Board Members. Tickets are $2 a piece.

Trips
November
We’re heading to Morton Minnesota on Thursday, Nov. 5, to Jackpot Junction. Sign up until Nov. 2. There are still openings for this trip.

December
We’re heading up to Red Wing to the Treasure Island Casino on Wednesday, Dec. 2, with sign up until Nov. 25. On Saturday, Dec. 12, we’re going to see the Country Christmas Celebration, Shopping and the Holly Dazzle Parade. Sign up until Nov. 10. This trip is a ‘go.’
Then on Thursday, Dec. 17, we’re going to the Plymouth Playhouse to see the Church Basement Ladies in “Away in the Basement.” Just five tickets left. And working on a Christmas Light Tour for Friday, Dec. 18, ... more details in future articles.

January 2010
Heading to Treasure Island Casino and on Wednesday, Jan. 13, we’re going down to the Spam Museum, see the historic Hormel House and dining out… more details in next week’s article.
Special thanks to the trip committee members who work so hard behind the scenes to provide the trips we have listed. If you have any ideas or suggestions, give me or call or e-mail me at Anne.Pleskonko@ci.owatonna.mn.us.

Trip Committee
On Thursday, Dec. 3, at 9 a.m. the Trip Committee will be meeting to continue planning for the 2010 trips.
Anyone interested in being a part of the committee, are welcome to attend this meeting.

Coffee Talks
On Thursday, Nov. 5, a representative from the Owatonna Police Department will be on hand for the monthly Coffee Talks from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Join us for the speaker and then stay for lunch. Call Semcac at (507) 455-3195 to reserve your lunch the day before.

Table Tennis
Table Tennis starts today and runs from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room every Wednesday afternoon.

Salvation Army seeks recruits
The Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle campaign is in need of your help. We are seeing a significant increase in the needs of people in our community and we would like to offer an easy and fun way for you and your family, neighbors and friends to get involved and become a part of this century old Christmas tradition.
Sign up with friends and family to ring the bell any time between Nov. 27 and Dec. 24. Our Owatonna locations include Hy-Vee, Cash Wise, Cabela’s, Fleet Farm and Wal-mart.
With your help the Steele County Salvation Army will continue to provide emergency assistance and comfort to those who are struggling in our area.
Your Steele County Salvation Army provides food, shelter, clothing and necessities as well as connections to a wide area of support providing hope and dignity. To volunteer please call Maureen at (507) 676-2869.

Grandparents For Education
Received a request from Sondra and Ron and the Grandparents for Education… they are putting boxes out to collect used/new mittens, caps and scarves to be provided to elementary students who come to school unprepared to go outside during recess.
Drop off boxes will be at Hy-Vee, Cash Wise, SeniorPlace, Southern MN Initiative, Walgreen’s, Sterling Drug and Pizza Ranch from Nov. 4 through Nov. 25. All items will be cleaned before giving to students. If you would prefer to make cash donation send it to: G.F.E. Box 1085, Owatonna, MN 55060.

Medicare Part D
Ship volunteers trained in assisting with Medicare Part D will be available on Wednesdays starting Nov. 18 through Dec. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon. Need to call SeniorPlace for an appointment.
Appointments run an hour per person (husband and wife need two hours). There will be more information in next week’s article.

Out to Lunch Bunch
On Monday, Nov. 16, the Out to Lunch Bunch will be eating at the Big 10 Restaurant. Give SeniorPlace a call by Friday, Nov. 13, for your reservation and meet us at the Big 10 at 11:30 a.m. For more information call SeniorPlace at (507) 444-4280.

SeniorPlace Closed
On Wednesday, Nov. 11, SeniorPlace will be closed in honor of Veteran’s Day. Special thanks to all of our servicemen and women for their dedication, courage and service.

Semcac Senior Dining
On Thursday, Nov. 12, is the Monthly Birthday /Anniversary Party. Come join us and celebrate your birthday and anniversary at 10:45 a.m. Call Semcac at (507) 455-3195 for your reservations to eat and come and enjoy the entertainment and delicious cake (donated by Brookdale Senior Living).
The Semcac Thanksgiving Meal will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Sign up for reservations by Friday, Nov. 13.

Barry Adams
Last Thursday evening 45 people enjoyed a very informative and passionate account of the men who joined the Civil War from Owatonna, Clinton Falls, Waseca, Faribault, Pine Island and Cannon Falls.
Barry Adams, a teacher, historian and Gettysburg Licensed Battlefield Guide spoke with such knowledge and enthusiasm that it was an honor to learn so much from his research and wisdom.
The next workshop (second in series of three) will be held on Thursday, Nov. 12, on Alexander Ramsey and Aaron Greenawalt (opening of the American Civil War) from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at SeniorPlace in the MPR room. This program is open to the public.
Civil War era Governor Alexander was a school teacher in Kutztown, Pa. before he traveled west to Minnesota…. so is Barry, the presenter of this Civil War program. And, according to the historians at the Anoka County Historical Society, Aaron Greenawalt was the “First Union Volunteer” (of over 2 million served).
Aaron Greenawalt grew up in Berks County, Pennsylvania before migrating to Minnesota. This program will be about how a great national tragedy touched the lives of both men (Aaron left two small sons at home when he went off to war) and how both affected its outcome.

Decorating SeniorPlace
Come help us decorate the senior center for the upcoming holidays starting at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30.

Anne Pleskonko is Director of SeniorPlace in Owatonna. She can be reached by calling SeniorPlace at 444-4280. The SeniorPlace Web site is http://ci.owatonna.mn.us/parks-recreation/senior-place/.

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