The Oak Leaf. Monthly Newsletter of Olivedale Senior Center

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1 Monthly Newsletter of Olivedale Senior Center The Oak Leaf November 2012 Volume 40,, Issue 11 Olivedale was full September 5th as we celebrated 2012 birthdays for members 80 years and over. 263 were treated to lunch, jokes and door prizes. The majority of the group were in their 80 s to a strong showing of those in their 90 s. One stood out as birthday queen at 103 years proud, Marietta Marietta Schorr celebrating 103 years. Schorr. Thank you Fairfield Federal for once again sponsoring the luncheon of vegetable soup, chicken salad croissant, chips and dessert. May those who could not join us this year be with us next year along with those who were and continue to return for many years to come.

2 Page 2 The Oak Leaf November 2012 Saturday, Nov. 3 Round, Square & Line Dancing TNT Come Dance with Us (Unless Otherwise Noted) OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (MUST BE 18 YRS OR OLDER) ADMISSION $4 NO Carry-In Refreshments Refreshments Are Available for Purchase Kitchen Opens 6:00p ~~~Dance 7:00p 10:00p Saturday, Nov. 17 Fairfield County s Country Legend Woody Phillips Veterans Appreciation Day Concert Join the Nostalgics at The Lodge, 129 E. Main St., Lancaster on Sunday, November 11 from 12:00 3:00 pm for a Veterans Appreciation Day concert. The Nostalgics Band will be performing military and patriotic music from all eras. Admission is free and veterans with a military ID eat for free. Come show your support for our local veterans. COMMUNITY Call Today to Schedule Your Personal Tour! December Dances Friday, Dec. 7 - Back Porch Swing Band ~ Saturday, Dec Nostalgics Dinner Dance ~ Saturday, Dec New Years Eve-Eve with the Diamond Brothers A Senior Assisted Residence (740) Hour Nurse On-Site Independently Owned / Alzheimer s Care Lancaster Parks News Alley Park: Mon. 7:30p Line Dance Tues, Tai Chi~ Advanced 6:30p, Beginner s 7:30p 1st & 3rd Wed. 7:00p Pickin in the Park ALL Aboard!...You are invited to come aboard for the Friends of the Parks Annual Dinner Meeting Thursday, November 8 6:30p at Olivedale. Jamie Culver will present 100 years of the Titanic OLIVEDALE SENIOR CENTER Is a part of Lancaster Parks & Recreation Carla Young, Olivedale Park Manager The elected Board of Directors represent the members of Olivedale. They welcome all comments from the membership. Please feel free to approach any of the listed Directors to express your concerns or write them down and place them in the Board suggestion box located inside the front entrance. If you are not sure how to get in touch with a board member, please ask at the office. Olivedale Board of Directors Meets every 2nd Wednesday at 1:00p. Meetings open to all members. Jim Martin, President Larry Wentz, Vice President Ruth Wilcox, Secretary Karen Sanner, Treasurer Tom Corbin, Legal Advisor Jim Barnhart Marsha Bowsher Peg Clifford Anne Hart Kiphen Jon Noice Fritz Prosch Georgia Roebuck John Swank

3 November 2012 The Oak Leaf Page 3 30 Ways To Show Kindness 1. Compliment others; Avoid put downs 2. Make new friends. Ask others how they are doing 3. Smile at others as you walk past and say hi. 5. Help someone if you see they are carrying a heavy load. Help someone who is struggling 6. Respect others. Be considerate 7. Consider what kind of day someone is having before you judge them 8. Show a positive attitude 9. Shake someone s hand when greeting them 10. Follow the Golden Rule 11. Be honest and return something that isn t yours 12. Be truthful with your words; don t lie 13. Give encouragement with a pat on the back 14. Invite someone to lunch 15. Be open minded. Don t be prejudice 16. Avoid laughing at others mistakes 2nd Tuesday Lunch Join us for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Tuesday, November 13 serving from 11:30a - 12:30p. The menu will be roast turkey, baked dressing, mashed potatoes with gravy, cranberry salad, pumpkin pie, and roll with butter. Members be sure to sign up early due to limited seating. Reservations must be made by Friday, November 9, by paying $5 at the office. Pancake Breakfast Its cold outside but the pancakes and syrup are warm inside. Stop in Wednesday, November 21 7:30a 11:00a for all you can eat pancakes served with sausage, juice, coffee or tea. All for just $3.50, extra sides are available for COMMUNICATION CORNER 17. Keep in mind everyone is different.. Respect differences; never make fun of someone 18. Stand up for someone who is being bullied 19. Open the door for someone else 20. Choose your words; making sure not to gossip 21. Say positive things or don t say anything at all 22. Think about what you say before you say it 23. Give someone a 2nd chance and look for the best in others and tell them 24. Encourage someone with a hug 25. Pick up after yourself 26. Allow others to voice their opinions; avoid interrupting 27. Listen without judging or making corrections 28. Accept apologies and move on. Choose to forgive and forget; never seek revenge 29. Volunteer 30. Write a friendly note to give encouragement EATING AT OLIVEDALE purchase for.50 ea. While you re here, be sure to stop by Granny s Attic for treasures and trinkets galore. Thursday s Waffle Breakfast Stop in for our Thursday waffle breakfast! It includes waffles, juice, toast and coffee. All for a suggested $3 donation. Served 8:00a 10:00a every Thursday. Olivedale Cookbook The Recipes and Memories Olivedale cookbook is available at a purchase price of $12 per book. Don t forget that Christmas is just around the corner and a cookbook makes a great gift for friends and family. Thanks again to all who had a hand in creating the book.

4 Page 4 The Oak Leaf November 2012 Ballroom - The Waltz is going Country The country waltz is almost as elegant as the ballroom waltz. It can be danced as a line dance or with a partner. This traditional dance is simpler and less formal than the Viennese or German waltz. While there are turns, there are fewer steps, though no less enjoyable. The steps will soon have you scoottin your boots to the country waltz. Join us Fridays at 1:00p. No partner required. Cost is $5 per person prepaid at the office. Classes And More Basket Class The November Basket of the month is a Basket Weave Lamp. The base for the basket is 3" square; depth is 5-½". Total height including the shade is 13-½". Choice of navy, green or burgundy accent color. The class will be held on Monday, November 5, starting at 9:00a. Cost, which includes the electrical parts and shade is $32 due on class day. You must reserve your spot in the class by Friday, November 2. Please call in advance if you need to cancel so you will not be charged for the prepared materials. Class is limited to 12 participants. Card Making Class Learn to make 3 hand crafted cards on Tuesday, November 13, 2:00p-3:00p. We will be making 3 different cards for the Christmas season. There is nothing more gratifying than sending your friends or loved one a handmade card. Beginners are welcome! All supplies are furnished. Sign up at the office by November is National Home Care Month Thank you, Caregivers, for your devotion! Together we help them stay home. November 2, so packets can be prepared. $6 is due on class day. The class is limited to 12 participants. Clogging Practice Clogging will resume on Wednesdays as practices from 9:30am to 10:30am. $2 is due at class time. Computer Classes The much anticipated computer classes are back on schedule. Each class is $40 per subject; and has two, 2 hour classes running from 9:00a-11:00a. All classes are on Friday with the schedule as follows: 1 & 2: November 9 and November 16 Facebook 1&2: November 30 and December 7 Tai Chi Tai Chi is back with Advanced Class at 1:00p and Beginner Class at 2:00p. This $26, 8 week session goes from Monday, October 1 to Monday, December 10. Be good to yourself, lower that stress level, get in balance! Pen Pals Needed We are still excepting names of individuals who are interested in becoming pen pals with Ms. Ward s 3rd grade class at Tallmadge Elementary. She is also in need of typists for a writers workshop. If you would be interested in doing either, please contact the Olivedale office.

5 May November Page Page 5 5 November Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00a - 10:00a Deadline for December Waffle Breakfast Newsletter 7:00p - 10:00p 8:30a Depart Amish 9:00a Internet 1& 2 Dance Tonight 9:00a Quilt Charms 11:00a Line Dance TNT 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker 10:00a Woodcarvers 1:00p Ball Room 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Bingo :00a Basket Class 9:00a Blood Pressure 9:30a Clogging Practice 8:00a - 10:00a 8:00a Trip Sign-up Begins 10:00a Tatting and Hearing checks 10:45a Bible Study Waffle Breakfast 9:00a 1& 2 11:00a Beg Line Dance 11:00a Adv Line Dance 1:00p Euchre 9:00a Quilt Charms 11:00a Line Dance 12:30p Artists Hour 12:30p Dominoes 4:00p Drama Grp 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Rambling Designers 6:00p NO Happy Harps 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Ball Room 1:00p Cribbage at the FC Library 7:30p Line Dance 1:00p Bingo 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Veterans 1:00p Bridge 4:45p Depart 2:00p Veterans 1:00p Tai Chi - Adv 1:00p Pinochle Almost M ain Program 2:00p Tai Chi - Beg 5:00p Euchre 5:00p Hand &Foot OLIVEDALE CLOSED 9:00a Blood Pressure 9:30a Clogging Practice 8:00a - 10:00a 9:00a 1& 2 11:00a Adv Line Dance 10:15a Depart Waffle Breakfast 11:00a Line Dance 11:30a - 12:30p Branson Christmas 9:00a Quilt Charms 12:00p Red Hats 7:00p - 10:00p 2nd Tuesday Lunch 10:45a Bible Study 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker Dance Tonight 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Euchre 10:00a Woodcarvers 1:00p Ball Room Woodie Phillips 1:00p Chat Room 4:00p Drama Grp 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Bridge 6:00p Happy Harps 1:00p Bingo 1:00p Pinochle 7:30p Line Dance 2:00p Card Class 3:00p Coin Club 5:00p Euchre :00a Tatting 9:00a Blood Pressure 7:30a - 11:00a OLIVEDALE CLOSED 11:00a Beg Line Dance 11:00a Adv Line Dance Pancake Breakfast 12:30p Artists Hour 12:30p Dominoes 10:45a Bible Study 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Chat Room 1:00p Euchre 1:00p Cribbage 1:00p Bridge 4:00p Drama Grp 1:00p Veterans 1:00p Pinochle OLIVEDALE CLOSING 1:00p Tai Chi - Adv 5:00p Euchre AT 5:00p 2:00p Tai Chi - Beg 5:00p Hand &Foot NL Folding 9:00a Blood Pressure 9:30a Clogging Practice 8:00a - 10:00a 9:00a Facebook 1 & 2 10:00a Tatting 11:00a Adv Line Dance 10:45a Bible Study Waffle Breakfast 11:00a Line Dance 11:00a Beg Line Dance 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Euchre 9:00a Quilter Charms 1:00p Poker 12:30p Artists Hour 1:00p Bridge 4:00p Drama Grp 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Ball Room 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Pinochle 6:00p Happy Harps 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Cribbage 1:00p Tom Corbin 7:30p Line Dance 1:00p Bingo 1:00p Tai Chi - Adv Wills & Trusts 2:00p Tai Chi - Beg 5:00p Euchre 5:00p Hand &Foot

6 Page 6 The Oak Leaf November 2012 W A T E R Wellness Center Pool Schedule Winter Classes October 29 December 21 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 7:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool 8:00 Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge 9:00 Pump & Jump Silver Splash Pump & Jump Silver Splash Pump & Jump 10:00 Light Aerobics Light Aerobics Light Aerobics Light Aerobics Light Aerobics 11:00 Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation C L A S S E S 12:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool 1:00 Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics 2:00 Water Workout Water Workout Water Workout Water Workout Water Workout 3:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool 4:00 Strength & Flexibility Walk and Talk Strength & Flexibility Walk and Talk Close at 4:30 5:00 Light Aerobics Water Workout Light Aerobics Water Workout XX 6:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool XX 7:00 Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation XX Exercise Classes WELLNESS CENTER HOURS Monday-Thursday 7:00a 8:00p Friday 7:00a 4:30p Class attendance in the Aerobic Room is limited to 20 participants. Aerobics Interval Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00a 9:00a Lite Aerobics Tues, Thurs 10:00a 11:00a Pilates Fit Mon, Wed, Fri 9:10a 10:00a Muscle Strength Range Mon, Wed of Motion (MSROM) 10:15a 11:00a Strength & Balance Tues, Thurs 9:00a 10:00a Yoga Stretch Zumba / Chair Asst. Strength Zumba Zumba/Tone it up Fri 11:00a 12:00p Tues, Thurs 6:00p 7:00p Tue, Thurs 11:00a 12:00P Fri 10:15 11:00 Tues, 7:00-7:45P Aerobics/Tone It Up Thur 7:00-7:45P Orientations by appointment only Hypertension Hypertension is the term used to describe high blood pressure. People are more likely to be told that their blood pressure is too high as they get older; this happens because blood vessels become stiffer with aging causing blood pressure to rise. Many factors can affect blood pressure, including: Amount of water and salt in the body Condition of kidneys, nervous system, or blood vessels Existing medical conditions, and/or medications Normal blood pressure is lower than 120/80 High blood pressure (hypertension) is 140/90 Blood pressure between 120/80 and 140/90 is called prehypertension. Hyper-tension can cause damage to arteries, eyes, heart, brain, and kidneys. Get your blood pressure checked regularly. It has serious health complications if left unchecked. Blood pressure can be checked at Olivedale on Tuesdays between 9:00a and 11:00a, downstairs in the Oak Room. You may use the automatic blood pressure cuff in the aerobic room at anytime during business hours.

7 November 2012 Page 7 The Oak Leaf Activities at Olivedale Coin Club The Coin Club will meet Tuesday, November 13 at 3:00 in the Rosebank Room. Our topic for discussion will be mint sets, proof sets, silver proof sets and commemorative coins. Members can bring some examples for discussion and valuation. Members are reminded to bring their list and coins they wish to place in the December Coin Auction. Contact Steve at for further information on joining the club or coin collecting. Drama Group The Drama Group is looking for interested people to help develop humorous and interesting skits for presentation at various Olivedale functions. Stage talent is not a requirement, the group meets on Wednesdays at 4:00p near the stage. Olivedale Singles Lunch Bunch Meet and enjoy lunch with friends on: *11:30a, Tuesday, Nov. 6; Todd s *11:30a, Thursday, Nov. 15; Frisch s Big Boy *11:30a, Tuesday, Nov. 20; Bob Evans *12:00noon, Friday, Nov. 30; pot luck at Dave Dolle s house, 578 Lynwood Lane, Table service, tea, and gourmet coffee will be served. Bring your favorite dish to share. Red Glad Hatters On November 16, Red Glad Hatters will meet at Olivedale at noon for their monthly meeting. They will celebrate Home for the Holidays with a catered luncheon, have an Ugly Holiday Sweater contest, and will also elect their queen for the following year. The cost of the meal is $12.00 (tip is included). Please make your reservations with Queen Loretta Nixon at before November 9. Rambling Designers Garden Club Rambling Designers Garden Club will meet November 6 at 1:00 at the Fairfield County Library. Judy Levicoff will present a program on Monarch Butterflies and Butterfly way stations. Members will discuss plants they have planted to attract butterflies. The plant of the month is Asclepius Butterfly Weed, utilized for nectaring and as a host plant for Monarch butterflies. Guests are always welcome, for more information call or Quilt Charms This is the 4th year the Quilt Charms will be submitting an entry in the Christmas tree silent auction at the Fairfield County Library. This years entry is The Gingerbread Boy Tree which will be on display with many other decorated 2 trees in the main lobby of the library. Be sure to stop by the main branch of the library between November 1 through December 1 to vote for your favorite tree and place a bid. Military Veterans of Olivedale Election of officers will be held in December. Please join us the first and third Mondays of every month. Call John Swank at ( ) for more information. Olivedale Silent Auction Olivedale Group baskets for the Craft Bazaar silent auction Saturday, December 1, need the baskets turned into the office no later than November 28. Bowling League Strike a new pose and pick up some spare friends by bowling with the Olivedale Bowling Leagues. For more information, call Sharon at A Giving Tree Be like our big white oak and be a giving tree. Starting November, Olivedale will have a small tree on the table in front of the main desk. The tree will be decorated with paper ornaments. Written on the back of each ornament will be a small gift item requested from a senior in our community less fortunate than us. Items may be shampoo, perfume, a nightgown or a package of cookies. Items will be under $20, many under $5 that can be put together to create one package. Look for the tree and help someone enjoy the holidays a little more this year.

8 Page 8 The Oak Leaf November 2012 Karen Billingsley Jeffrey Bowen Leslie Brenstuhl Cynthia Chadwick Judy Churchfield Kathleen Daugherty Wende Dupler Chris Hammett Phyllis Fetzer James Gibson Jacquie Grimes Linda Harmon Janet Henwood Member Information Welcome New Members! Judy & Tom Henwood Suzann Kemp Mike & Rita Kennedy Nina Lavely Dorothy & Floyd Mills Charlie & Barbara Morrison Patricia Nafzger Joyce & James Nixon Joe Pickering Sandy Roberts Pamela Schaffner Jill Schrader Shirley & Charlie Sparks Jane Stephan Mary Ellen Swackhammer Shawn Terry Wayne Terry Dale Thornton Fran & Michael Truog Mary Lou Zollinger Current as of October 5, 2012 \Ç `xåéüç Éy Elizabeth Hale Carl Larabee Paul Molyneux Maxine Moore Evelyn Pool Carol Seesholtz Bessie Shumaker Beulah Smith Carved Musical Miniatures Do you see what I see? A tiny musical miniature world created by John Wassmuth displayed in the display cases in the lower level. A world of magical harmony awaits your eyes. Attention All Olivedale Members We are currently setting up our 2013 schedule for our lower level display case. The case is an overall width of 15, with a glass display of 10. Call the office if you have a collection or idea for a specific month next year, Craft Bazaar Don t forget that Friday, November 2 is the registration deadline for the Saturday, December 1 Olivedale Craft Bazaar to be held from 9:00a-2:00p Pick up your registration at the office to reserve your place. Space is limited and on a 1st come, 1st served basis. Veterans Day Celebration And Pinning Ceremony On November 9, 2012 at 2:00p Olivedale and Hospice of Central Ohio will honor our Veterans with a Pinning Ceremony and Celebration at Olivedale. Joe Kennedy, Hospice will make opening remarks, The Golden Girls will sing a medley of songs including each military branch song, John Swank, Commander of the Olivedale Veterans will speak and Joe Lindsey, Hospice will sing God Bless America. Hospice of Central Ohio will be giving each Veteran attending a lapel pin thanking him/her for their service. After the ceremony, refreshments will be provided by Hospice of Central Ohio. If you are a member of Olivedale and a Veteran of the armed forces, you are invited to join us. Please RSVP by November 2 nd if you plan to attend so that we can plan on how many pins and refreshments to make. If you have questions, please contact the Olivedale Office. DECEMBER NEWSLETTER REMINDER Deadline Friday, November 2, 2012 Newsletter folding Monday November 26, 2012

9 November 2012 November Trip Reminders: Amish Country ~ November 1 Almost Maine ~ November 8 Branson Country Christmas ~ November 14 *NY Trip Meeting* November 13 at 9:00a December Trip Sign-Ups Start Friday, Nov. 9 Columbus Zoo Wildlights Brighten your holiday season with a trip to the Columbus Zoo Wildlights display on December 3. The trip begins with a quick visit to the Schmidts Fudge Haus and then Schmidt s Sausage Haus in German Village. While there enjoy a mouth watering buffet of Schmidt s own bratwurst, bahama mamas, or baked chicken with various sides and topped off with Schmidt s ever popular cream puffs. Then we re off to see one of Central Ohio s premier Christmas lights display at the Columbus Zoo. They have decked the halls, trees, bushes, and everything but the animals with all new eco-friendly LED lights to bring you the brightest Wildlights display ever. This colorful winter wonderland, with over 3 million twinkling lights will surely put you in the holiday spirit. Be sure to mark this date on your calendar and remember to dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes for an evening of good food and awe inspiring sights, all for the price of $39.00 per person. Departing Olivedale at 2:30pm and returning at 9:00pm. Bob Hope Holiday Road Show Come to the Palace Theatre in Marion, Ohio Sunday, December 9, for the Bob Hope Holiday Road Show starring Lynn Roberts. Presented as a 1940 s holiday radio program complete with on stage announcer and era commercials plus legendary guest stars, W.C. Fields, Jimmy Durante, Jack Benny and Red Skelton (all portrayed by the talented Mr. Roberts). It s a fun filled nostalgic trip back to the golden days of radio and tribute to icons of radio and the silver screen during the holiday season. Bob sings Silver Bells and Winter Wonderland, Jack Benny plays Jingle Bells on The Oak Leaf Day Trips Page 9 his violin, Red Skelton unwraps some new characters and Jimmy Durante belts out Rudolph. After enjoying this hilarious trip down memory lane, you ll stop at Steve s Dakota Grill in Marion. While there you can select from their Sunday Special Dinners which include main entrees of 1/2 rotisserie chicken, chopped steak with mushrooms or beef tips with noodles, all served with a choice of soup or salad, choice of potato and served with hot rolls with Vermont maple butter, coffee, or tea and a complimentary dessert. This is an afternoon you won t want to miss, an entertaining trip down memory lane; all for $51 per person, (meal gratuity is included with this price). Departing Olivedale at 11:30am and returning at 6:30pm. It s a Wonderful Life Join us at LaComedia on Wednesday, December 5 for the heartwarming presentation of It s a Wonderful Life. This musical version of the classic holiday film starring Jimmy Stewart is a LaComedia tradition. Guardian angel Clarence shows George Bailey what the world would be like without him. After seeing how many lives he has touched, George realizes how precious and wonderful life really is. You will have the opportunity to enjoy this heartwarming story told like never before and concluding the show with LaComedia s traditional rendering of O' Holy Night. $59 includes travel on the Fun Bus and LaComedia s traditional full course holiday lunch buffet. Departs 8:30am; returns 5:30pm. Please note ~The price does not include gratuity for your meal which is optional. *NOTICE*: The NY Trip Meeting is scheduled for November 13 at 9:00a. Please be there to get NY travel information

10 Olivedale Senior Citizens of Fairfield County 253 Boving Road Lancaster, OH PH: FX: Website: Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit 57 Lancaster, OH Return Service Requested Renewal Reminder: A to D Apr. 1 L to R Oct. 1 E to K July 1 S to Z Jan. 1 $12 Per Person Per Year November 2012 Olivedale Craft Bazaar Registration forms are due by November 2 for those selling crafts. If you want to shop till you drop for gifts made by Olivedale members, mark your calendar for DECEMBER 1st from 9:00a to 2:00p for a great opportunity to finish your Christmas shopping. We will have hot chicken sandwiches, soup and more for sale along with a silent auction of baskets donated by Olivedale groups. Get in the holiday spirit at Olivedale s Craft Bazaar.