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February/March 2017 Senior Activities

The following programs will be offered at Warner Park Community Recreation Center (WPCRC), 1625 Northport Dr., unless indicated otherwise.

Upcoming Events:

Sunday, Feb. 19, 12 pm, The Willy Street Chamber Quartet will perform a winter concert. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee, good friends and fantastic music on a chilly day. Bring a sack lunch, if you like. The concert is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2 pm, Madison author Don Sanford spent more than a decade collecting stories, interviewing people and searching for photos that help explain why this lake holds a special place in the hearts of so many. His book, “On Fourth Lake: A Social History of Lake Mendota,” takes the reader on a leisurely cruise around Lake Mendota. He will share stories and photographs that provide a new and unique perspective on the shoreline of Lake Mendota as we know it today.

Friday, March 24, 9-11:30 am, Multicultural Senior Health Fair. Free health screenings and informational booths; contact NESCO at 243-5252 for more information.

Visit www.nesco.org for more information on programs.

Upcoming Events:

Sassy Steppers: Mondays, 4 pm. This new program is a fun, senior dance crew. Learn dance routines and perform as a group.

Bingo: Every Friday and second Tuesday, 10:30 am, five cents a card (two-card limit per game), cash prizes

Book Club: First Tuesday, 10 am

Card-Making Club: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 1 pm

Cards: Euchre, Mondays, 8:30 am; Sheepshead, first and third Wednesdays, 1 pm; call ahead to ensure correct numbers.

Case Management: Provides support, resources and community services to enable seniors to safely remain living in their own homes

Chair Yoga/Exercise Video: Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Video is used only when the instructor is not available.

Cultural Diversity: Hosts monthly programs for African-American and Latino seniors

Foot Care Clinics: NESCO and Home Health United co-sponsor four foot clinics each month for individuals who can’t do their own foot care and do not have diabetes. Clinics are offered at four convenient locations. The cost is $20. Call 243-5252 for an appointment.

General Education Presentations: Topics and dates are listed in our newsletter and at www.nescoinc.org.

Home Chore Program: Volunteers are needed to help with cleaning for seniors. This is a flexible volunteer opportunity that can fit into your busy schedule and is very rewarding. Call Trisha at 243-5252.

Mahjong: Every Thursday, 1 pm

Nutritious Lunches: Monday–Friday, 11:30 am. Door-to-door bus service is available (50 cents each way). Guests 60 years and older are invited to enjoy their meal on an anonymous donation basis. Suggested donation is $4. Those under age 60 pay $7.50. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance. Call 243-5252.

Ping Pong League: Mondays, 9 am; Tuesdays, 12:30 pm; any skill level is welcome; WPCRC ID card is required

Sewing Club: First and third Thursdays, 10 am

Technology Help: Tuesdays, 9‒11 am, one-on-one appointments with Sharon Persich; call 243-5252 for an appointment

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