NORTH OLMSTED SENIOR CENTER

G. A. B. — Golden Age Bulletin

August 2014

MAYOR’S CORNER Greetings! I hope you are enjoying your summer! There are a lot of upcoming

events I hope you will be a part of in the month of August.

Gather the family and join us for a Friday evening movie in the park, movies

start at dusk. The next showing is Nut Job on Friday, August 8th!

The Olmsted Festival of the Arts is scheduled for Sunday, August 10th from

10am to 5pm at the Frostville Museum. Rain or shine, over 50 artisans, crafters,

farm vendors and food trucks will join a full line up of music at this one day

festival, along with NOHS student art and family activities!

Join us on Sunday, August 17th from 4pm to 6pm at the North Olmsted Park for

Family Concert Series. Enjoy food, fun and music by Charlie in the Box!

The annual Homecoming events are scheduled for Thursday, August 21st

through Sunday, August 24th. This festival is sponsored by Community Council

and features food, vendors and entertainment. One of the highlights, the

Homecoming parade, begins at 1:00pm on Sunday afternoon. Please be sure to

make a trip to North Olmsted Park to enjoy this community event.

We will be hosting our seventh annual community shredding event on Saturday,

August 23rd in the City Hall parking lot by the Police Station from 9:00am to

noon. The Cintas/Shred-it staff will handle documents and shred them while

you wait. Each household may bring material equivalent to the capacity of two

standard size copy paper boxes (10” x 18” x 9”). This service is being provided

to North Olmsted residents at no cost; please bring proof of residency, such as a

current utility bill or driver’s license with a North Olmsted address. If you have

any questions, please call Annie Kilbane at 440-716-4261.

I look forward to seeing you at these events!

Sincerely;

Mayor Kevin M. Kennedy

28114 LORAIN ROAD NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO 44070

KEVIN M. KENNEDY, MAYOR

COMMUNITY NEWS &

EVENTS

Tuesday, August 5th & 19th

North Olmsted City Council

8:00pm/City Hall

Friday, August 1st

ROMEO’s Picnic

12:00pm

Wednesday, August 20th

“Bob’s Big Boy”

50’s Sock Hop

Fundraiser Luncheon

12:00pm/Cabin

Thursday, August 28th

Benefits Check Up

Sign up with Tiffany

9:30am-12:00pm

Friday, August 29th

Volunteer Appreciation

Luncheon

12:00pm/Cabin

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Jackie Chavez-Anderson, Administrator

TUESDAY MOVIE MADNESS 12:30 PMTUESDAY MOVIE MADNESS 12:30 PM

5th– Parkland

Based on Vincent Bugliosi's book, this pow-

erful drama takes place in the Dallas hospital

where John F. Kennedy was brought after

being shot on Nov. 22, 1963. Intertwining

stories follow doctors, FBI agents, an unwit-

ting cameraman and many others. (Political

Drama/ PG-13/ 87 Min)

12th– Winters Tale

Mark Helprin's novel provides the basis for this film

starring Colin Farrell as a thief who breaks into an ill

girl's home and then falls for her. As the action shifts

between past and present, the burglar also acquires a

flying-horse guardian angel. (Romance/ PG-13/ 118

Min.)

19th– The Lego Movie

Grandchildren are welcome to

attend this movie!!!

After being mistaken for the LEGO

Master Builder, ordinary mini-guy Emmet is swept up

in an urgent quest to thwart the evil plans of Lord Busi-

ness. Emmet's adventures include daunting challenges

and hilarious missteps in this computer-animated epic.

(Family/ Comedy /PG-13/ 113 Min)

26th– Heaven is for Real

Heaven Is for Real is the true story of the

4-year old son of a small-town Nebraska

pastor who, during emergency surgery,

slips from consciousness and enters

heaven. When he awakes, he recounts his experiences

on the other side. (Drama/ PG/)

Movies & Popcorn / .50 Cents

All movies shown on our Large Screen ‘Smart Board’

Crisp clear sound and picture perfect theatre experience!

THURSDAY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

12:15 12:15 12:15 Everyone is welcome to partici-Everyone is welcome to partici-Everyone is welcome to partici-

pate in the lively free entertainment! pate in the lively free entertainment! pate in the lively free entertainment!

7th - DANIEL ELISH

Dan Elish returns to the Senior

Center with his “Memory Lane

Singing Show”. Favorite tunes and

fond memories of days gone by.

14th - USO “BABY SHOWER”

Donation Collection

A representative from the USO

(United Service Organizations)

will educate us on their services

and programs. We will also be

collecting donations of baby items

to send to our armed forces. See a staff member

for a list of items to donate. Also, please bring

in a baby photo of yourself for Beth to copy by

8/7/14. Pictures will be displayed for the event.

Pink & Blue cupcakes will be provided by

Caring Tree.

21st – COPING WITH A CHRONIC

ILLNESS

St. John’s Medical Center will

be offering this program which

will identify stressors that come

along with a chronic condition

and also identify various coping options to best

manage them.

28th - MIKE & MARY

Mike & Mary are a jazz and pop

duo specializing in the beautiful

and sophisticated music of the

Great American Songbook from the

early 20th century to the present. duo

TUESDAY & THURSDAY HOT LUNCH PROGRAM–

MOVIES, LECTURES, ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD, FUN!

Announcements begin before lunch is Served. * $1.00 Suggested Donation * Everyone 60 and older is Welcome. Lunch reservations must be made by the week prior.

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Website of the Month

www.gonortholmsted.com

As North Olmsted prepares to cel-

ebrate its bicentennial, the city is

coming together in an unprece-

dented way to determine where we

go. GO North Olmsted is an op-

portunity for citizens to help chart

the upcoming direction of our city.

This website contains information

about future and past public input

meetings and provides an oppor-

tunity for you to get involved in

the City’s future.

NOSC Book Club

Friday, August 15th at 1:00 in the Atrium

Sycamore Hill

John Grisham

Return to that famous

courthouse in A Time to Kill as Jake

Brigance once again finds himself

embroiled in a fiercely controver-

sial trial-a trial that will expose old

racial tensions and force Ford

County to confront its tortured his-

tory

Need Transportation?

Call 1-800-983-4782 for

Van Service

Senior Transportation

Connection (STC)

BLOOD PRESSURE

each Monday 10 – 11:30am

By St. John Community Outreach, Fairview Hospital Outreach, Life

Care Centers & Rae-Ann

~ EXERCISE CLASSES ~ Geri Fit

Mon. & Fri. 8:45 AM

Zumba Gold

Wed. 9:00 AM

Chair Yoga

Thurs. 9:00 AM

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HEALTH, WELLNESS, and FITNESS

ACTIVITIES and EVENTS

Highlighted Activities of the Month:

Knit/ Crochet/ Quilt Group: This social group meets every Tuesday & Thursday from

9:30 to 10:30. Anchor Home Health Care will donate

pastry on Tuesday, August 19th in special recognition of this group.

Movie Group: Movies are shown every Tuesday at 12:30pm. Movies

are $.50 and include popcorn. Anchor Home Health

Care will donate pastry on Tuesday,

August 19th in special recognition of this group.

SUPPORT GROUPS Dementia Support

Monday, August 4th at

2:00pm

Multiple Sclerosis

Wednesday,

August 13th at

7:00 pm

NOSC Volunteer Program:

Volunteer group meets on Friday

August 15th at 11:00 to work on

community outreach

projects. New members

are welcome.

NOSC Art League Everyone is welcome to join this talented group which meets every Wednesday at 12:00 pm in the Atrium. All art mixed media is welcome. All artists must provide

his/her own materials.

Springvale (440) 777-0678

5871 Canterbury Road– N. Olmsted Golf, Ballroom Dance, Party Events

North Olmsted Recreation (440) 734-8200

26000 Lorain Road– N. Olmsted

Visit the City of North

Olmsted’s website at:

www.north-olmsted.com

To learn about the many opportu-

nities that Springvale and the

Recreation Center have to offer.

Jackie Chavez-Anderson, Administrator 716-5444

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Tiffany Hunt, LSW

Outreach Services

(440)716- 4264

Beth Reitz, AAC/AD Activities Coordinator

Activity Highlights (440) 716-5434

Benefits Check Up

Thursday, August 28th

9:30am-12:00pm Victoria Corrigan from the Infor-

mation Outreach Department of

Cuyahoga County Senior and

Adults Services will be offering

one on one appointments to re-

view your eligibility for various

federal, state, and county benefit

programs. Find out if you quali-

fy for Home Energy Assistance,

AT&T Lifeline, Homestead Ex-

emption, Food Stamps, Medi-

caid, and other programs that can

save you money. Please make an

appointment with Tiffany.

“BOB’S BIG BOY”

50’s SOCK HOP FUNRAISER

LUNCHEON

Wednesday, August 20th

12:00pm-cabin Everyone is welcome to partici-

pate in this luncheon event catered

by Emerald Village. Lunch will

consist of: A traditional double

decker Bob’s Big Boy hamburger

with lettuce, tomato & special

sauce, individual bag of chips, diet

or regular soda product. Feel free

to dress up in your favorite 50’s

Sock Hop attire for this festive

fundraiser! Monetary donations

will be appreciated. All money col-

lected will help support the NOSC.

Please make your

reservation with

a staff member

on or before

8/13/14 space is

limited.

2014 North Olmsted Homecoming:

The North Olmsted Community Council sponsors North

Olmsted’s annual Homecoming event. Homecoming will

take place Thursday August 21st through Sunday August

24th in the North Olmsted Park. Join in on the fun as the

midway opens up at 6:00pm Thursday night. Friday Night

the City of North Olmsted hosts in the Big Tent 6:00-8:30.

The traditional Homecoming parade will begin on Sunday

afternoon at City Hall and march on Lorain Road finishing

it’s route in the park. Other Homecoming activities include

but are not limited to: live music, City Schools Display, Po-

lice vs. Fire softball tournament, car show and much more!

The North Olmsted Arts Commission

and JoAnn DePolo Studios present

the Summer in the City family concert

series! Enjoy music by Charlie in the

Box and grab some local treats.

Sunday August 17th

from 4 to 6 PM

at North Olmsted Park.

Health & Wellness Program

Tuesday, August 12th 9-10:00am

Activity Room Gateway Health

will present: “Getting the Care

You Need with Fitness Injuries.”

There will also be a short Walking

Club meeting before the presenta-

tion and a light breakfast will be

provided. Sign up with Beth by

8/5.

“THANKS A LATTE” VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON

Friday, August 29th 12:00pm All current registered

North Olmsted Senior

Center volunteers who

have volunteered 10

hours or more within the year are wel-

come to join us for our annual appreci-

ation luncheon. This event will be

catered by Life Care Centers. Please

sign up with a staff member by

8/20/14.

WRAAA Mobile Farmer Market– Tuesday’s 10:00am-

12:00pm. Ohio farmers will be selling locally grown produce.

Everyone is welcome to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs,

jams and much more! Don’t miss out on this wonderful oppor-

tunity to purchase locally grown products. Please call the North

Olmsted Senior Center at 777-8100 with any questions.

TUESDAY 5th- Meatballs/ Spaghetti

Broccoli

Green Peas

Applesauce

12th- Turkey Stew

Brussel Sprouts

Baby Carrots

Whole Grain Wheat

Orange

19th– Chicken Chili Con Carne

Mixed Vegetables

Sliced Carrots

Corn Muffin

Apple

26th– Stuffed Cabbage

Mixed Vegetables

Green Beans

Whole Grain Wheat

Orange

*Menu Subject to change

without notice*

THURSDAY 7th- Hawaiian Chicken

Mashed Potato

Baby Carrots

Whole Grain White

Tropical Fruit

14th- Salisbury Steak

Gravy

Mashed Potato

Broccoli

Whole Grain Wheat

Banana

21st– Tuna Salad

Potato Salad

Corn Relish Salad

Whole Grain Bun

Sliced Pears

28th– Teriyaki Glazed Pulled Turkey

Diced Potato

Spinach

Whole Grain Hamburger Bun

Orange Juice

Please note that announcements will begin at 11:35 or earlier, lunch will be served shortly after. Please refer to the entertainment page for a schedule of movies and per-formers. All meals ordered must be consumed on site. “Carry-Out” lunches are not permitted. The only exceptions are the fol-lowing: 1. Individually wrapped cookies. 2. Individually wrapped bread. 3. Fresh Fruit (apple, orange etc.) 4. UNOPENED milk during the

winter months. Your cooperation is greatly appre-ciated.

All persons 60 and older are welcome to join us for lunch. A reg-

istration form must be completed and can be obtained at the

front desk. Once this has been completed and is on file, you may

sign up for any lunches that you choose. Please contact the

center for more details! This program was made possible by a

Grant from the Ohio Department of Aging through the Western

Reserve Area Agency on Aging. Please acquire your lunch ticket

at the sign in desk and be in your seats no later than 11:30am.

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A Donation of $1.00 is

suggested

August Hot Lunch Menu

Please be aware that each individual is responsible for making his / her

own lunch reservation. Due to a limited amount of lunches that will be

ordered, reservations will not be made over the phone. Sign-up is always

one week in advance as the reservations are called in to the caterer on

Thursdays at noon.

2014 Trip Schedule

Wednesday, August 13th- THE WESTSIDE MARKET & BAKERY TRIP

Lunch is out of pocket at Shooters in downtown Cleveland.

Cost- $10.00 (S.T.C) Check in– 9:45am Return-approx.– 3:00pm

Wednesday, August 27th- *Summer Sunset Adventure*

Enjoy a trip to the fascinating GLASS MUSEUM at the Toledo Museum of Art and

participate in a guided tour to the tranquil Lake Erie shore gated community of

LAKESIDE! You will also delight in the fun and down-home eatery, TONY

PACKO’S. The menu choice consists of hot dogs, chicken paprikash or stuffed cab-

bage; dessert is also included.

Cost: $65.00 (checks payable to JKL Tours) Check in-7:15am Return-approx.-6:00pm

Wednesday, September 17th– *Rocksino & Rat Pack Matinee* NEW NEWS

FLASH! GREAT TRIP OPPORTUNITY!

The new Cleveland Rocksino is featuring matinee entertainment! You will arrive at the

Rocksino in Northfield at 11:00 am. At 1:00 pm you will be seated for "The Rat Pack"

Matinee show. When the show ends at 2:15 pm you will have an opportunity for more

casino time. We’ll depart from the Rocksino at 5:00.

Cost: $49.00 (checks payable to JKL Tours) Check in-10:00am Return-approx.-6:00pm

Receive a bonus of $15.00 slot play and $5.00 food

*All payments are due by August 13th*

NORTH OLMSTED ACTIVE ADULTS TRAVEL PLANNER

2014 TRIPS & TOURS Info

You may sign up for trips Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, please speak with Beth

Reitz, Activity Coordinator to help you with all of your travel registration needs.

On trips that leave before 8:00 A.M., please note that the Center will not be open earlier than the

check-in time indicates. Also, please park in the LOWER parking lot for all trips!

*Please be advised to bring a “Current State Issued” photo ID for all Casino Trips!

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August 2014

North Olmsted Senior Center -Main Line (440) 777-8100

Jackie Chavez-Anderson—Administrator /email: andersonj@north-olmsted.com (440) 716-5444

Beth Reitz– AAC/AD, Activities Coordinator /email: reitzb@north-olmsted.com (440) 716-5434

Tiffany Hunt-LSW, Outreach /email: huntt@north-olmsted.com (440) 716-4264

Lynda Hudson, Hot Lunch Program Manager/email: hudsonl@north-olmsted.com (440) 777-8100

Brian Auner & Chris Juchem/ Custodians / (440) 777-8100

Fax # (440) 716-4246

You can access the monthly newsletter for free on our City’s website! www.north-olmsted.com

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“Departments” then left click “Senior Center” OR Sign up using your email account and receive our monthly

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Free Community Meals All are welcome to attend these meals.

Reservations are not required. Westlake Christian Church, 25800 Hilliard Rd., Westlake, 440-871-2400

Third Sunday of every month Sunday, August 17th from 5:00-6:00 p.m.

John Knox Church, 25200 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 440-777-3744 Last Tuesday of every month

Tuesday, August 26th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Westlake United Methodist Church, 27650 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake, 440-871-3088

Every 4th Wednesday of the month Wednesday, August 27th from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

North Olmsted United Methodist, 4600 Dover Center Rd., North Olmsted, 440-779-6634 Every Last Thursday of the month

Thursday, August 28th from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Clague Road United Church of Christ, 3650 Clague Rd., North Olmsted, 440-734-1040

Every Last Saturday of the month Saturday, August 30th from 4:30-6:30 p.m..

All Saints Lutheran Church, 7230 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls, 440-235-2212 Every Wednesday

Wednesdays, 6:00-6:45 p.m.