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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-10-2009 Senior Center Advisory Committee Agenda CITY OF PASCO SENIOR CITIZEN'S ADVISORY COMMITTEE Tuesday, February 10, 2009 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Chaired by: John Evans I. Call to order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Approval of the January 13, 2009 meeting minutes. IV. ALTC program updates for January 2009. V. Senior Center highlights and discussion ❖ Marcy Fink was here on January 12th with a group of volunteers to sew pillows for the troop serving overseas. ❖ A financial advisory hour and dessert social took place January 22 nd ❖ AARP Tax Aide began on February 2nd and will continue at the Pasco Senior Center until April 13th. Volunteers are available on Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon to help you prepare your 2008 tax return. No appointment is necessary. A list of the information and items you must bring with you is available at the front desk. ❖ New session of Enhance Fitness and Senior Stretch and Tone began February 2 nd ❖ An AARP Driver Safety Class was held February 4 & 5 with twenty-four people attending. ❖ A new session of Drawing with Jerre Raven began on February 4th and will run until March 25th VI. Upcoming Events ❖ Marcy Fink will be at the Senior Center on Monday, February 9, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. to sew pillows that will be sent to our troops serving overseas. You are invited to help with this important project. No sewing experience is necessary. ❖ A Valentines Dinner and Dance is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11th. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with dancing to follow at 7:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are required and may be purchased at the front desk of the Pasco Senior Center during regular business hours or at the Wednesday night dances. Sweet and Sour Chicken, Au Gratin Potatoes, veggies, salad and dessert will be served. Cost is $5.00 per person. ❖ The Pasco Senior Center will be closed on Monday, February 16th in honor of President's Day. ❖ A Financial Advisory Hour and Dessert Social will take place Thursday, January 22nd from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. ❖ New sessions of Enhance Fitness and Easy Does It Stretch & Tone begin March 2, 2009 ❖ The Pasco High School Key Club will once again host a FREE Sweethearts Prom for senior citizens on Saturday, February 14th from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Enjoy live music from the Columbia River Dance band, entertainment and refreshments. ❖ A new session of Yoga begins February 17th and runs until March 26th. Cost is $30 for City of Pasco residents and $35 for non-residents. ❖ A new session of Sewing with Marcy begins February 23rd and runs until May 18th (this is an extended winter and spring session for the price of a regular session). Classes meet on Mondays from 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Cost is $25.50 for City of Pasco residents and $27.50 for non-residents. Space is limited so register early by calling Marcy at 545-8285. ❖ Another AARP Driver Safety class will be held March 11 and 12. Cost is $12.00 for AARP members (proof of membership required) and $14.00 for non-member. Register at the Pasco Senior Center front desk during regular business hours or call 545-3459. ❖ The Best of Broadway presents: Ain't Misbehaving Date: Thursday, March 19, 2009 Time: 1:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. (March 20, 2009) Location: Spokane Opera House Ages: Adult Cost: 104*/$114 (Orchestra) The registration deadline for this trip is February 19, 2009. *City of Pasco residents pay the discounted price. You may register in person at the Pasco Recreation Services office (525 S. 3rd), the Pasco Senior Center (1315 N. 7th Ave.) or on line at www.pasco-wa.gov. For more information contact Allison at 545- 3456. THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY FULL HOWEVER NAMES ARE BEING TAKEN FOR A WAIT LIST. ❖ Home Opener! Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels - Don't miss this exciting match up at Safeco Field when the Seattle Mariner's face the Los Angeles Angels! You will depart from Pasco City Hall at 10:00 a.m. aboard A&A MotorCoach. Once in Seattle, you'll be dropped off right at "The Safe". The game begins at 3:40 p.m. We have purchased a group of tickets in the 100 level! Experience all of the excitement and special pre-game festivities that only happen on opening day! Hurry and register today; these tickets will go fast! We will stop for dinner on the way home (not included in ticket price). Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 Time: Departure is at 10:00 a.m. (please check in at 9:45 a.m.). Anticipated return time is approximately 11:30 p.m. Location: Pasco City Hall Parking Lot (525 N. 3rd, Parking lot located behind City Hall, Sylvester & 3rd) Ages: Adults Fee: $79*/$84 (fee includes ticket, bus, and parking). Registration deadline: Thursday, March 12, 2009 ❖ An April Brunch will be held on 4/6/09 beginning at 10:00 a.m. Tickets are required and may be purchased for $4.00 each until Thursday, April 2na ❖ Adult Golf lessons will be offered at Sun Willows during the months of April, May and June. Please inquire at the front desk or on line for a schedule of these lessons. ❖ An Open House Lunch and Entertainment is planned for May 4th. The open house takes place from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch is at noon. There is no charge for the open house however tickets are required for the lunch and must be purchased in advance. Cost is just $4.00. ❖ The Pasco Senior Center will once again hold a parking lot BBQ complete with burgers, hotdogs and all the fixings. This will take place Monday, June 1, 2009 at 12:00 noon. Cost is $4.00 per person. Tickets must be purchased by Thursday, May 28, 2009. VII. Old Business VIII. New Business ❖ Washington State Association of Senior Centers conference taking place in Pasco in May. ❖ Explore the Columbia Gorge. This trip is being planned for the summer of 2009 and will include stops at Stonehenge and Maryhill Winery as well as an excursion aboard the Mt. Hood Railroad. More information will be available in coming months.