DELIGHTFUL DECEMBER

It's the last of 2018 and there are lots of activities at the Center.  Get involved, be a part of this wonderful Community Center.
Fri, Dec. 7, Breakfast with Santa stating at 8am until 11am. Waffles, scrambled eggs & bacon for $7.00/$4.00 for children.
Sat. Dec. 8, Craft Fair at Sierra High Gym. 60 booths, music, food and drawings are available.
           Historical Museum will be open, com view all the lovely decorated Christmas trees
Fri. Dec. 14 Bunco at the center, starting at 9:00 - 11:00 lots of laughs and fun.
Sat. Dec. 15, Breakfast with Santa starting at 8am until 11am.  Waffles, scrambled eggs & bacon for $7.00/$4.00 children
Tues. Dec. 18, Jam Session, grab a bit to eat starting at 5:30 and stay to enjoy an evening of great mountain music. Don't forget the Cowboy Poet.
Wed. Dec. 19, Birthday Bash and potluck(bring your favorite Christmas snack) sponsored by the Red Hatters.  Crazy fun that day.
Fri. Dec 21 & 28 Mexican Train starting at 9:00 am.
Fri. Dec. 21 Annual Christmas Dinner at the Center. Ham, turkey and trimmings. Starting at 5:00.  Tickets are $12.00.  There will be a variety of drawings, so get your tickets for that.  $1.00 each.
Mon. Dec. 24 & Tues Dec. 25 Center will be Closed.  Enjoy your family on this special day.
Artist of the Month is Jeff Scott.  Stop by and enjoy his talent. Anyone who would like to have their art work displayed at the center, please give the center a call.  855-3300.
Weekly Events: 
Monday, Crafts, Low Impact Exercise class and Tai Chi all starting at 9:00
Tues. Nickel Bingo starts at 10:0 - 11:30.  Quilters start at 9:30 -1:00 pm
Wed. Crafts and crochet assistance from 9:00 to 11:00
Thurs. Beginning quilting class at 9:00
Friday, Mexican Train
Meals for Dec. with a suggested donation of $2.00.  Please call a day in advance to order by 11:30.
Thurs. Dec. 6 Salisbury Steak, baked potato, wheat roll & honeydew; Fri, Dec. 7, Beef & veggie stew over egg noodles, tossed salad w/broccoli, applesauce; Mon. Dec. 10 pork chili Verde, refried beans, tortilla & tropical fruit; Tues, Dec. 11 Mac & Cheese, Calif. mixed veggies, pineapple bits, & chocolate pudding;Wed. Dec. 12, cheeseburger, port & beans & sliced apples; Thurs, Dec. 13 Beef stroganoff,peas & carrots, sourdough bread & cantaloupe; Fri, Dec.14, Chicken Thigh in Mushroom sauce, veggie medley, wheat bread & diced peaches.
Many thanks to all of those who have volunteered, this past year. It means a so much to Center.

Have a wonder Holiday and remember the Sierra Senior and Community Center. The center will be closed Dec. 31 & Jan. 1.  We want you to be a part of this center. Do you know who's Santa favorite coffee drinkers are?  Dasher and Dancer, because they are his star bucks!
The center is collecting Turkey bucks.  

Its November!

The holidays are upon us and we hope you have time to enjoy family and friends as you prepare for Thanksgiving and Christmas.  The center is filled with activities this month and we hope you can be a part of the team.
Fri. Nov. 9th, Bunco.  starting at 9 am. great time, tasty snacks and awesome people to play with.  Call the center for more information, 855-3300.
Sat. Nov. 10th, Dinner & Bingo.  Dinner is served from 5-6:30 with Brandy's bingo bunch starting at 7:00.
Mon. Nov. 12th Veteran's Day Lunch starting at 11:30.  Call the center for reservations 855-3300.
Mon. Nov. 19th, Dichroic Class at 9:00 - 11:30
Tues. Nov. 20th, Jam Session.  The kitchen crew starts service at 5:30.  Hamburger, chili dogs, drinks,& dessert.  All this and great mountain music, plus our own Cowboy Poet.
Thurs. Nov. 22, Fri. Nov. 23 CENTER CLOSED!
Sat. Nov. 24th, Soup 'N Pie.  The annual soup & pie event, starting at 5:00. Be sure and visit the Decorative Christmas Trees at the Historical Museum before your meal. Sign ups are at the front desk for Soup and Pie.
Mon. Nov. 26th, Wrapping presents for Christmas with Santa events.
Wed. Nov. 28th, Birthday Bash & Potluck at the center.  Come celebrate those Nov. birthdays.
Fri. Nov. 30th, Waffle Breakfast.  The kitchen is open from 8:00 - 10:00 with a great breakfast of 2 eggs to order, bacon and those wonderful waffles.  Great way to start your morning.
 Don't forget our weekly activities:
Mon. Crafts, Low Impact exercise class and Tai Chi class all start at 9:00 am.
Tues. Quilters at 9:30 - 1:00, Nickel Bingo starts at 10:00
Wed. Crafts & Computer Tech starts at 9:00
Thurs. beginning quilting at 9:00.
Friday card games starting at 9:00
Menu for the week:  Thurs. Nov. 8, cheeseburger, pork/beans & sliced apples; Fri. Nov. 9 Beef Stroganoff, sliced carrots, french bread & tropical fruit; Mon, Nov. 12, CENTER CLOSED; Tues. Nov. 13, Beef Pepper steak, mashed potato, wheat bread & pineapple bits; Wed. Nov. 14 Breaded chicken drumstick, peas/carrots, wheat bread & tropical fruit; Thurs. Nov. 15 Fettuccine Alfredo w/chicken, french bread, Hi C salad, & diced pears; Fri. Nov. 16, Tuna Salad Sandwich, corn chowder & orange.
Just a reminder the center is a great place to hold special gatherings. Come be a volunteer it's such a good feeling to know you are helping and supporting a good cause.  Without our volunteers, there wouldn't be a center.  Have a great month.

All About August

Wow, where did this year go?  Here it is August the 8th month of 2018.  Lets get started.
Thanks everyone who came for the first Saturday Breakfast. Also thank everyone who came to and donated Pies for the pie contest.  What fun and what delicious pies they were.
A representative from Community Bank will be here on Wed. Aug 8 @ 10:00 am to discuss Fraud. This would be the time to learn about the latest scamming techniques and how to report suspicious activities.  Bring cookies.
Another Pizza & Paint along is scheduled for Sept. 22 starting at 9:00 am till noon.  Cost is $40.00 Please call the center, 855-3300 to sign up.  This is a Prepaid class. 
Mark your calendar: 8th Annual Chili Cook off, Oct. 20, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, soda donations needed, entry forms at front desk.  Christmas Boutique, Dec. 8, in the Sierra High Gym on Dec. 8, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Call the center if you would like to reserve a booth for $25.00, set up at 7:00 am..
Every Friday, except Bunco Friday is Pinochle.  Come join the group of players from 9 am - noon.
Sat. Aug 4, Dinner & Bingo, Taco Salad will be served from 5-6:30.
Fri. Aug  10, Bunco starting at 9:00 am Come on over for a fun morning.
Mon. Aug. 13, Red Hatters Thrift Store Fashion parade starting at 10:00 am.  Show off your thrift store purchases.
Tues. Aug. 21 Jam Session, Supper will be served starting at 5:00 -6:30.  The foothill musicians and Cowboy Poet will entertain you till 8:00 pm or after.
Wed. Aug 29, Birthday Bash and Potluck. Bring your favorite dish and join others as they celebrate August birthdays.  Birthday cake and ice cream will be furnished by the center.
Artist of the month is Diane Pratt.  If you would like to display your works, please call the center, or
if you know of anyone in the area who would like to have their items displayed at the center, call 855-3300.  We would love to share the talent of the community.
Weekly Events at the center.
Monday Low Impact Chair exercise, Tai Chi and crafts starting at 9:00 am
Tuesday, Quilters  at 9:30 and Nickel Bingo at 10:00 - 11:00
Wednesday, Crafts from 9:00 am to 11:00
Thursday, Beginners Quilting from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
Friday, Pinochle starting at 9:00 am.
Meals for the week: Suggested donation $2.00. Thurs. Aug 2, Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Hi C Salad, French Bread, Diced Pears; Fri.Aug 3, Polish Sausage Dog, w/onions & peppers, pickled beets, sliced apples;Mon. Aug 6, Breaded Chicken drumstick, veggie melody, wheat bread, applesauce; Tues, Aug 7, Spaghetti w/meat sauce, Hi C Salad, diced peaches; Wed. Aug 8, Tuna Salad Sandwich, vegetable soup & orange; Thurs. Aug 9, Meatloaf w/gravy, baked potato wheat bread, pineapple Tidbits; Fri. Aug. 10, Cheeseburger, chili beans & tropical fruit. Be sure and call the center before 11:00 the morning prior to the day you wish to have lunch. No shows cost the center $4.00 per meal. Please let the center know the day before by 11:00 am if you can not make it.
Remember to renew your yearly dues, $20.00 per person and $30.00 for a 2-person household.
Thrift Store has new and used clothing and more.  Open Mon. & Wed. 2nd Tues. and Last Fri. of month. 

July is Jumping

Summer has arrived, along with the heat.  Come on over to the Center and cool off.  There are lots of fun things to do and it's always nice and cool.
Mark Your Calendar: 
Friday, July 13 Bunco starting at 9 to 11.  If interested call the center at 855-3300 and let them know.
Tuesday, July 17, Jam Session.  Dinner starting at 5:30 - 6:30 with our local musicians and Cowboy Poet entertaining you till 8:00 pm.  Food is always delicious and dessert is always a surprise.
Sat. July 21, Annual Pie Contest.  Pie bakers bring your pie to the center by noon on Sat.  Pie eaters, all you can eat will be available for $8.00, whole pies for $10.00. 
Wed. July 25, Birthday Bash,and Pot Luck.Come and celebrate the July birthdays.
Sat. July 28, Waffle Breakfast, from 8:00 to 10:00.  Waffle, bacon and eggs cooked to order for just $7.00.  We are trying a new thing by serving a Waffle Breakfast on Sat. for all those working folks.
Weekly Activities at the Center:
Mon. Crafts, low Impact Exercise Class and Tai Chi class.
Tues. Nickel Bingo, Advanced Quilting
Wed. Crafts, Crochet Assistance
Thurs. Beginners Quilting Class starting at 9:00
Fri. Pinochle Every Friday,except 2nd Friday which is Bunco, both start at 9:00 am
Menu for the week. Suggested lunch donations are $2.00.Salads are being served as well. Be sure to call in your order before noon the day before.
Thurs. July 12, Cheese Lasagna, Peas & Carrots, wheat bread & tropical Fruit, or Cottage Cheese Salad, wheat bread, tropical fruit;
Fri. July 13, Breaded Chicken & Cheese Sandwich, potato salad, sliced apples; or Chef Salad, Wheat Roll, sliced apples
  Mon. July 15, Meatballs in gravy, rice pilaf, mixed veggies, wheat bread, applesauce; or Pasta Chicken salad, wheat bread, applesauce, wheat bread.
Tues. July 17, Swiss Beef Patty, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, wheat bread, apricots, or Chef Salad  bread apricots.
Wed. July 18, Turkey/Ham & cheese sandwich, pickled beets, tropical fruit, or Cottage cheese salad, wheat bread, tropical fruit
Thurs.July 19 enchilada casserole,corn, fruited jello, or Chef salad, wheat bread, Fruited Jello;
Fri. July 20, Chicken pesto Bow-tie pasta, Hi C salad, french bread, raisins, or Teriyaki, Chicken Salad, french bread, raisins.

Don't forget to renew you yearly dues.  Single  $20.00, Dual $30.00. The center offers Free WiFi sponsored by Ponderosa Telephone Co.  The center is also a place to hold special events.  The center also has a Thrift Store.  Come in and do some shopping.Thanks for your support.


  

May Flowers are in bloom

What delightful but brisk weather we are having lately.  Come over to the center and enjoy the warmth and friendship of others.  Here are activities for the month. 
Sat. May 5, Bingo.  this months' dinner is spaghetti with all the trimmings serving from 5:30 till 6:30.  stay for Brandi's bingo.
Wed. May 9 Potluck to visit with the Duffner's who are visiting from Idaho.
Thurs,. May 10, Red Hatters to Roger Rocka, meet at CVS by 4:00 to car pool. 
Fri. May 11, Bunco, if you are interested be sure and call the center.
Wed. May 16, Dichroic jewelry class at 9:00.  $2.00 firing fee and $7.00 for each piece.  Come be creative.
Sat. May 19, Red Hatters to Swedish Day in Kingsburg.  Car Pooling from the center. 
Fri. May 25, Waffle Breakfast. 8 am to 10. am. $7.00
Mon. May 29 Center will be closed in observation of Memorial Day.
Wed. May 30, Birthday Bash - come celebrate all the May birthdays with cake and ice cream.
Artist of the Month.  Lee Walker.  Come see her beautiful oil paintings.  If you have items to show please call the center, 855-3300.  We would love to display your work.
Coming Up in June: 
Yard Sale, June 9 - call the center to reserve a space.
Sat. June 2, Bingo, Wed. June 6, elections, Fri. June 8 Bunco, Sat June 9 Yard Sale, Wed. June 13, Medical/Medicare information at 10. Sat coming up - Sip & Paint.
Interested in Pinochle?  Friday's at 9 - interested, contact the center. 
Weekly Activities:  Mon. Low Impact Chair Exercises, & Tai Chi at 9:00 am. and Crafts
Tues, Nickel Bingo,Quilting Wed. Crafts, Thurs.  Beginning Quilting.
We also have a Thrift Store for you to check out.
Menu for the week:  Thurs. May 3, Breaded Chicken Sandwich, potato wedges, sliced apples, Fri. May 4, Bean & cheese Burrito, tossed salad w/broccoli, diced peaches, Mon. May 7 Chicken Thigh w/mushroom sauce, mixed veggies, wheat bread, applesauce; Tues, May 8 Swiss Beef Patty, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, wheat bread, apricots; Wed. May 9, Tuna Sandwich, potato soup, tropical fruit, Thurs., May 10 enchilada casserole, green salad, fruited jell-o, Fri. May 11, chicken pesto pasta, hi C salad, french bread, raisins. Be sure and call the center the day before to order your meal.

April, A Beautiful Spring

What a gorgeous day in the Foothills.  What a fun time to be at the center. Come on over and enjoy the many activities offered.
Sat. April 7, Dinner & Bingo - This month the Sierra Women's Service Club will be serving Chili Verde starting at 5 pm - 6:30 pm. Stay and enjoy a fun night of Bingo.
Mon. April 9, Red Hatters Annual Thrift Shop Adventure. Meet at the center by 8:30.
Wed. April 11, Easter Egg Hunt with the preschoolers starting at 10 am. 
Fri, April 13, Bunco at 9:00 am.
Sat. April 14, Quilt Show at Mormon Church.9 am to 2 pm.
Mon. April 16, Volunteer Luncheon, sign up at the front desk
Wed. April 18, Cal Fire with Smokey at 10 am, with information on fire prevention Education
Wed. April 25, Dichroic Glass, & Birthday Bash
Fri. April 27, Waffle Breakfast 8:00 to 10 am
The regular weekly activities are
Mon. Crafts, Low Impact Exercise and Tai Chi; Tuesday, Nickel Bingo and Quilters
Wed. Crafts, Crochet Assistance, Thurs. Beginners Quilting class.
The Center has a thrift store which is open Mon. & Wed., 2nd Tuesday and last Fri. of the month.
The Center also has free WiFi hot spot and computer Assistance.
If you are an artist or know of one, who would like to display their projects,please contact the center 855-3300.
Menu for the week.  Remember to call in your order before noon.
Thurs., April 5, Chicken Bow-tie Pasta, Hi C Salad, French Bread, raisins; Fri. April 6, Enchilada Casserole, green salad, fruited jello; Mon. April 9, Chili Verde, refried beans, flour tortilla, tropical fruit; Tues.April 17, Breaded fish, tossed salad w/broccoli, wheat roll, pineapple bits, Wed. April 18, Fettuccine Chicken, Alfredo, Hi C Salad, French Bread, Tropical Fruit, Thurs. April 19, Polish Sausage Dog on whole Wheat Bun, pickled beets, sliced apples, Fri. April 20 Pepper Steak, parsley Mashed potatoes, wheat bread, Diced peaches.
Don't Forget Yard Sale and Country Breakfast Saturday, June 9, $10.for your yard sale space, $8.00 for your yummy country breakfast.
The center has wonderful volunteers, but there is plenty of room for you.  Please come and enjoy the Senior and Community Center.




 

HERE'S TO MARCH

March came in with a blast.  Rain, hail and snow covered the foothills.  More on the way.
Come over to the center and get involved with the many activities.
Fri. March 9, Bunco starting at 9:00.  If you want to be a part of this fun game, call the center 855-3300 and leave your name.
Wed. March 14, Dichroic Glass Class.  Bring your imagination and design your very own jewelry starting at 9:00 am.
Fri.March 16,  Computer Assistance from 10 to 11:00 am.
Tues, March 20 Jam Session.  Dinner starts at 5:30 with hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot-dogs or a bowl of chili and dessert.  Stay to listen to the local musicians and the Cowboy Poet.
Wed. March 28,  Easter Birthday Bash Potluck and Easter Basket Drawing
Fri, March 30, Waffle Breakfast.  Waffle, eggs to order, bacon and a drink served from 8 to 10:00 am
If you are on the March Renewal List, please send in or bring your check to the center.  $20.00 for a single and $30.00 dual yearly membership.  Thanking you in advance.
The Center has free WiFi, sponsored by Ponderosa Telephone Co.  The Computer Lab also has assistance from Sandy Bluffs to help you learn about Window 10.
Visit the center's Thrift Store. Open Mondays & Wednesdays, 2nd Tues and last Friday of the month.
Our artist  of the month is Tony Sharp who teaches at Sierra High school.  If you know of any local artists please let the center know.  A great way to share their talent.
Red Hatters are meeting April 9 for the annual Thrift Shop Adventure and lunch. 
Yard Sale is coming.  Clean out your closets, garages and barns.  Space only $10.00
The Big Fresno Fair theme for this year is "Let's Play" and the dates are Oct. 3-14. 
Weekly activities at the center; Mon., crafts, low impact exercise class and Tai Chi. Tues, Nickel Bingo and quilters, Wed.,Crafts and crochet Assistance. Thurs. Beginner Quilt Class.
Menu for the week.  Thurs. March 8, Seasoned Chicken Thigh, sweet potato, wheat bread, mixed fruit; Fri. March 9, Macaroni & cheese, mixed veggies, pineapple bits, lemon pudding; Mon. March 12, breaded chicken drumstick, sweet potato, wheat bread, diced pears, Tues, March 13, breaded Fish, tossed salad, dinner roll, pineapple bits; Wed. March 14, pepper steak, mashed potatoes, wheat bread, diced peaches, Thurs. March 15, Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Hi C salad, french Bread, tropical fruit, Fri. March 16, Corned beef & cabbage, O'Brien potatoes, wheat roll, sliced apples. Remember to cal in your order before noon the day before. See you at the center.

Beautiful February

What great weather we are having in the foothills.  It's time for you to come to The Center and become active with what The Center has to offer.
Fri. Feb. 9, Bunco starting at 9 - 11.  If you are interested give the center a call. 855-3300.
Wed. Feb.14, Red Hatters Valentines Day Potluck starting at 10:00 am.
Tues. Feb. 20, Jam Session.  Supper starts at 5:30 - 7, with entertainment by local musicians and the Cowboy Poet.
Fri. Feb. 23, Waffle Breakfast. Starting at 8 until 10:00.  Can't beat the price of $7.00 for eggs to order, bacon and a waffle.
Fri. Feb. 23, Computer Assistance from 10 to 11 am.
Wed. Feb. 28 Birthday Bash.  Come and help celebrate with those who had a birthday in Feb.
Remember all of our weekly activities. 
Mon. Crafts, Low Impact Chair exercise and Tai Chi all starting at 9:00 am.
Tues. Nickel Bingo stating at 10 am and Quilting at 9:30
Wed. Crafts and crochet assistance from 9:00 till 11:00 am
Thurs., Beginning Quilting class from 9:00 to 11:30 am
The center offers Free WiFi hot spot.
 The thrift store is open Mondays and Wednesdays, 2nd Tuesday and last Friday of the month. 
The artist of the month of February is Ethyl Frantz.  If you would like to display your paintings, please call the center.
YARD Sale is coming. Reserve Sat. June 9th. Spaces for rent will be $10.00
The center will also be serving a Country Breakfast from 8 to 10:00 am.
Menu for the week.  Thurs. Feb. 8, Pepper steak w/gravy, parsley potatoes, wheat bread & diced peaches.  Fri. Feb. 9, Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Hi C salad, french bread & applesauce;
Mon. Feb. 12, Salisbury steak w/gravy, baked potato, wheat bread & pineapple bits;
  Tues, Feb. 13, Salami & cheese sandwich, corn chowder soup & orange;
Wed. Feb. 14, potluck;
Thurs. Feb. 15, Sweet & sour pork, brown rice, broccoli Normandy and diced pears;
Fri. Feb. 16, Bean & cheese burrito, Hi C salad & applesauce.   
Have a great month and thank you for supporting The Senior Center.
 

WELCOME TO A NEW AND WONDERFUL YEAR.

The New Year is here and to start off the year, come and meet our new site-coordinator, Debbie Fries. 
Mark Your Calendar for the following events taking place at the center.
Sat. Jan 6, Community Bingo, with Chicken & Dumplings dinner starting at 5:00-6:30.
Mon. Jan.8, Tai Chi will start at 9:00 am. Red Hatters.  Be sure and bring your calendar as this will be a planning meeting.
Fri. Jan. 12, Bunco, starting at 9:00 - 11:00.
Mon. Jan. 15, Center will be closed for Martin Luther King Day.
Tues. Jan 16, Jam Session Grab a bite to eat starting at 5:30 with music from our own talented mountain musicians.
Fri. Jan. 19, Computer classes from 10 - 11:00 am.
Fri. Jan 25, Waffle Breakfast starting at 8 - 11:00 am for only $7.00.  Eggs to order, bacon and waffles!
Wed. Jan 31, Birthday Bash
Weekly Activities:  Mon., Tai Chi,crafts and low impact chair exercise, Tues. Nickel Bingo starts at 10:00 am.and Advanced Quilters. Wed. Crafts, Thurs., Beginners Quilters.
Free Wifi Hot spot offered at the center.  Artists are invited to share their work at the center,  please contact the center 855-3300.  This month's Artists is Deanna Bristow, be sure and check her paintings out.  The center is taking orders for Super Bowl Beer Rocks.  Price is $4.00 each, pick-up on Sat. Feb. 3.  Call the center with your order.
Menu for the week: Thurs. Jan 4,  Breaded Chicken drumstick, sweet potato, wheat bread,diced pears; Fri. Jan 5, Breaded Fish, Coleslaw, dinner roll, pineapple bits; Mon. Jan. 8, Italian Chicken Thigh, mixed veggies, wheat bread,applesauce; Tues. Jan 9, Spaghetti w/meat sauce,Hi C salad, diced peaches; Wed. Jan 10, Salami & cheese sandwich, veggie soup, orange; Thurs. Jan 11 Salisbury steak w/gravy, baked potato, wheat bread, pineapple bits, Fri. Jan 12, sweet & sour pork, brown rice, broccoli Normandy , diced pears.
Have a great new 2018.  We will see you at the center. Thanks to everyone who volunteer's at the center, its a great place to meet.  Hope to see you soon