HomeMy WebLinkAboutAugust 9, 2011 Advisory AgendaCITY OF PASCO SENIOR CITIZEN’S ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Chaired by: Richard Brandt
I. Call to order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Approval of the June 14, 2011 meeting minutes.
IV. ALTC program updates for May 2011.
V. Senior Center highlights and discussion
On-going services, activities and classes
o Financial Advisory Hour & Dessert Social - Third Thursday of each
month from 11 am. – 12 pm. FREE
o Dental Hygiene Services – Preventative services offered at reduced rates
for anyone over the age of 60. Medicaid and Insurance is billed for services if
applicable. All ages are welcomed. For an appointment call Marie McElderry,
RDH, BS at 420-0884.
o FREE Hearing Screening – 3rd Tuesday of each month beginning at 11:30 am.
In addition to the hearing screenings, you can also have your hearing aids
cleaned and performance check-up performed. An appointment is necessary
and can be made at the front desk or by calling 545-3459.
o The Pasco Senior Center’s multi-purpose room is open Monday – Friday from
8 – 10 am for walking. 16 laps around the room are equal to approximately 1
mile. Can’t get here in the morning to walk? Give is a call and we’d be happy
to let you walk at other times of the day if the room is available.
Upcoming events, activities and classes
o Beautiful Fall Flowers (Design your own bouquet for any occasion): For adults
and seniors. August 18th from 3 – 4 pm. $35R/52NR. Instructor will furnish
supplies. Instructed by Luck Flowers of Pasco.
o The 18th Annual All-Senior-Picnic will be held at the Richland Community Center
in Howard Amon Park on the banks of the beautiful Columbia River. Enjoy
entertainment, great food, prizes, vendor booths and much more. Cost is $5
per person if purchased in advance and $8 at the door. Buttons are on sale
now and can be purchased at the Pasco and Kennewick Senior Centers or the
Richland Community Center. For more information call 545-3459.
The following activities are from the September – December brochure,
available August 9th. Registration for these classes/activities begins
August 16th.
o A new session of Enhance Fitness begins September 2nd and runs through
September 30th (no class 9/5). Cost is $23 for city of Pasco residents and $34
for non-residents.
o A new session of Easy Does it Stretch and Tone begins September 7th and runs
through September 28th. Cost is $13 for City of Pasco residents and $19 for
non-residents.
o Zumba: Join us for the Latin-inspired dance party that helps you have fun and
burn calories. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursday, September 6 – 29
and again October 4 – 27, from 5:15 – 6 pm at the City Hall Activity Center
(525 N. 3rd Ave.). Fee: $20R/$30NR.
o Adult Golf Lessons will be offered at Sun Willows Golf Course, September 9 –
28 and again October 5 – 26 from 6 – 6:45 pm. Cost is $45 for city of Pasco
Residents and $67 for non-residents.
o AARP Driver Safety will again be offered at the Pasco Senior Center beginning
in September. Session dates are as follows:
September 7 & 8
October 5 & 6
November 2 & 3
December 7 & 8
Classes are held from 9 am – 2 pm. Insurance discounts are available in most
states upon completion of this course (consult your insurance agent for more
details). Cost is $12 for AARP members (proof of membership is required) and
$14 for non members. To register please call 545-3459.
o Sewing with Marcy begins again September 19th and runs through December
12th. Classes are held Mondays from 10 am – 3 pm. Cost is $26 for City of
Pasco residents and $39 for non-residents. Marcy will teach pattern fitting,
alterations and much more. You may bring your own sewing machine or
borrow one of ours (you will need to bring all other supplies). This popular
class fills quickly so register early. All levels of sewers are welcomed. Register
in person at the Pasco Senior Center, Pasco Recreation Services office or online
at www.pascoparksandrec.com.
o Flu shot clinic. The Benton Franklin District Health Department will be
conducting a flu shot clinic at the Pasco Senior Center on Wednesday,
September 7th from 8 am – 4 pm. Adult and pediatric doses will be available.
More information will be made available in late August by calling the Health
District at (509) 460-4200. Follow the prompts that lead to the Flu Information
Hotline.
o Scrapbooking with “My Sister’s Projects” – Join “My Sister’s Projects” in creating
a beautiful two page scrapbook layout. You will learn to document life through
art and the fundamentals of basic scrapbooking design. Please bring 10-12
photographs, adhesive (tape runner & glue dots), 12 X 12 paper cutter, scissors
and your creativity. Class takes place Saturday, September 24th from 10 am -
12 pm. at the Pasco Senior Center.
o Homemade Christmas Cards-Come learn how to turn paper, ink, and rubber
stamps into your own hand-stamped cards. You will go home with 5 Christmas
cards ready to impress your friends and family. This class takes place Tuesday,
October 11th from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at Ruth Livingston Elementary (2515 Rd. 84)
in Pasco.
o The Pasco Senior Citizen’s Association will host several theme dances this fall.
Cost for each is $5 per person. Join us for:
Hawaiian Dance - September 28th, 1-4 pm
Harvest Moon Ball – October 22nd, 7-10 pm
Veteran’s Honors Dance – November 9th, 1-4 pm
Semi-Formal Christmas Dance – December 14th, 1-4 pm
o The annual Parking Lot BBQ will be held Monday, October 3rd from 12-1 pm.
Cost is $5 per person. You may register in person at the Pasco Senior Center,
Pasco Recreation Services Office or online at www.pascoparksandrec.com.
No refunds will be issued for this event. If you are unable to attend you may
transfer your reservation to another individual by calling the Pasco Senior
Center at 545-3459. Reservations transfers will not be honored for those that
do not contact our office. No reservation transfers will be taken the day of the
event.
o Oktoberfest in Leavenworth, Washington. Join us for a wonderful day trip to
beautiful Leavenworth, Washington and let us do the driving. Enjoy a host of
different activities, including arts & crafts, live entertainment, German food and
drinks, and much more. Cost is $45 for City of Pasco residents and $68 for
non-residents. Trip fee includes roundtrip transportation to and from
Leavenworth. Please bring additional funds for all the fun you’ll be having
throughout the day. This trip takes place Saturday, October 8th from 7:45 am
– 10 pm. You must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Please register
by September 30th.
o The following activities will be offered in November and December or later.
Please see the new Recreation Brochure for more information:
Breakfast with Santa - December 10th, 8:30 – 10:30 am
Rolling Hills Chorus Friends & Family Christmas Program –
December 15th, 6:30 – 8 pm
The Best of Broadway Presents: Beauty and the Beast –
January 27, 2012, 12:45 pm – 1 am.
The Best of Broadway Presents: Mary Poppins – June 12, 2012,
1 pm – 1 am.
VI. Old Business
VII. New Business
o New Pasco Recreation Brochure is available August 9th with registration for
classes/activities listed in the brochure beginning August 16th.