Alvin Senior Center Alvin Parks and Recreation Winter Quarterly 309 W. Sealy Alvin, TX 77511 (281) 388-4298 Issue 10 - Quarterly Lets Celebrate 2008! January, February, March 2008 Inside this issue: Special Events in January 2-3 Special Events in February 4-5 Special Events in March 6-7 Coming Next Quarter 8 Overnight Excursion 9 Contact Us 10 It seems like just yesterday 2007 began but now we are on to a new year with many new adventures yet to come. We have added numerous different and original special events for 2008. Be sure to keep an eye out for those as the year goes by. One of our newest special events is the Heart Healthy Happening. It is little twist on the holiday most associated with hearts Valentines Day! To learn more about this fun event see the information section below. Also be sure to read this whole newsletter so you can check out the other fun events we have planned just for you in the coming months. To make 2008 great we are going to need your help. We want to know what you want to see at the Senior Center. If you have any suggestions on programs or trip ideas please come talk to a staff member today! If you can dream it we Special Points of Interest: February 14 12:30 PM FREE Heart Healthy Happening Its is the time of year where all you see is hearts everywhere. But we aren t celebrating the valentine s heart we are celebrating your heart. Come enjoy a Heart Healthy lunch with us! All food will be prepared with your most important organ in mind. Make your reservation with a staff member by February 4th. DATE: February 14, 2008 TIME: 12:30 PM Page 1
Special Events in January Noon Years Bash Toast the Noon year at our Second Annual Noon Years Bash! Enjoy a festive countdown to noon and refreshments. Remember, in Tennessee they believe that what happens on the first 12 day of January predicts how each corresponding month will pan out. Laugh with us on the 4th and April will surely be full of joy for you! Sign-up today. DATE: January 4 TIME: 11:30 AM Coushatta January 17th is Good Luck Day! It honors the Roman goddess of good luck. We are celebration this lucky holiday with a trip to Coushatta Casino in Kinder, LA. Reserve your seat today! DATE: January 17 TIME: 7 AM COST: $5 Shinery Brewery This trip was such a fun trip the first time we are doing it again! Come tour the historic Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, TX and taste 2008 s special anniversary brew. DATE: January 24 TIME: 8 AM COST: $10 plus lunch Lunch Bunch - Katz s Delicatessan Enjoy the Taste of New York...In Texas. Savor the classic New York Deli food that has been famous in Houston since 1979. Sign-up today. DATE: January 9 TIME: 10:30 AM COST: $4 plus lunch Page 2 Country Western Dance Dance the night away at the first Country Western dance of 2008! Live music will be provided by Country Now & Then. Don t forget to bring a snack to share. DATE: January 15 TIME: 7 PM COST: $4 Domino Tournament Every month a new team gets the title of 42 champ. Will your team be next? Bring a partner or come solo and let us pair you up with another excellent 42 player. Tournament is double elimination. DATE: January 8 TIME: 1 PM
More Events in January Lost & Found Saleabration It seems that many folks like to leave things behind when they visit the Senior Center. Items that have gone unclaimed will now be available to all you bargain shoppers. Come check out all the treasures we have been keeping safe for years. You might just find something you thought was lost forever. DATE: January 29 TIME: 10 AM to 12 PM Red Peppers - Night at the Casino Test your luck at the tables and have a WILD time. All ladies are asked to wear their favorite evening gown for this glamorous night at the Casino. Dinner will be provided. RSVP by January 14th. DATE: January 18 TIME: 6 PM Red Pepper BINGO The Purple Cats are sharing one of their favorite traditions with us...monthly BINGO! The first Friday of every month will be Red Hat BINGO day. Bring a wrapped $5 gift, covered dish, and a smile. DATE: January 4 TIME: 11 AM Ms. Alvin Senior Pageant Information Session Did you always dream of being queen? Well now is your chance. The Alvin Senior Center is hosting the 2nd Annual Ms. Alvin Senior Pageant on April 19th at 6:30 PM. To learn more about what to expect during the pageant process and what to expect if you win the 2008 pageant. Kathy Jennings, Ms. Alvin Senior will be there to discuss her reign and answer any of your questions DATE: January 11 TIME: 10 AM Page 3
Special Events in February Great Day Houston It has been months since we have paid Whitney Casey a visit so we are heading back to watch the live taping of the Great Day Houston show. Reserve your spot by February 5th. DATE: February 12 TIME: 7 AM COST: $4 plus lunch PALS Dance Alvin High School PALS students will be sponsoring this months Senior Dance. Enjoy a free night of dancing and mingling with the outstanding PALS students. Refreshments will be provided. DATE: February 19 TIME: 7 PM Domino Tournament Every month a new team gets the title of 42 champ. Will your team be next? Bring a partner or come solo and let us pair you up with another excellent 42 player. Tournament is double elimination. DATE: February 5 TIME: 1 PM Red Pepper - Harwin St. Put on some comfortable shoes because you are in for a day of bargain shopping in Houston s Harwin shopping district. After you have shopped till you drop refuel with lunch at Baba Yagas. DATE: February 22 TIME: 9 AM COST: $5 plus lunch Friday Football Frenzy Super bowl Sunday is right around the corner but since we are closed on Sunday we are celebrating on Friday! Wear your team colors and enjoy the senior center s first ever fun filled Football Friday that is sure to get your pumped for the big game on Sunday. You won t want to miss our football themed games and delicious lunch! Reserve your spot today. DATE: February 1 TIME: 11:00 AM Page 4
More Events in February L auberge Du Lac Every other month we go to the fabulous Coushatta Casino in Kinder, LA. But there is a new casino in the area and we think everyone should check it out! If you haven t already visited the beautiful L auberge Du Lac in Lake Charles, L.A. then this is your chance. We will stop for a snack in Winnie, TX on the way to LA and we will return to Alvin by 7:30 PM. Only 20 seats available so reserve your seat on the bus today! DATE: February 27 TIME: 7 AM COST: $10 Red Peppers BINGO Try you luck at this month s BINGO bash. Bring a $5 wrapped gift and a covered dish. BINGO will be the first Friday of every month. Be sure to reserve those dates in your schedule because you won t want to miss any of the fun! DATE: February 1 TIME: 11 AM Lunch Bunch - Islamorada Fish Co. The new Bass Pro Shop in Pearland is impressive but this restaurant is second to none. Join us as we browse the store and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch. DATE: February 7 TIME: 10:30 AM COST: $2 plus lunch Heart Healthy Happening Its is the time of year where all you see is hearts everywhere. But we aren t celebrating the valentine s heart we are celebrating your heart. Come enjoy a Heart Healthy lunch with us! All food will be prepared with your most important organ in mind. Make your reservation with a staff member by February 4th. DATE: February 14, 2008 TIME: 12:30 PM Page 5
Special Events in March Lucky Leprechaun Potluck There are only two kinds of people in the world, The Irish and those who wish they were. It doesn t matter what category you fall into we are celebrating St. Patrick s Day at the Senior Center with a Pot Lucky Leprechaun Lunch. Please call to sign-up and let us know what Irish dish you plan to bring. DATE: March 17 TIME: 12 PM Domino Tournament Every month a new team gets the title of 42 champ. Will your team be next? Bring a partner or come solo and let us pair you up with another excellent 42 player. DATE: March 4 TIME: 1 PM Lunch Bunch - Los Cucos We used to have to drive quite a way to find the best fried avocados around. Now all we have to do is drive to Pearland! Sign-up today. DATE: March 6 TIME: 10:45 AM COST: $2 plus lunch Red Peppers - BINGO The luck may be on your side this month. Don t miss your chance to make out like a bandit! Bring a wrapped $5 gift and a covered dish to share with your friends. DATE: March 7 TIME: 11 AM Spring Craft Sale The annual spring craft sale is back! We hope to make this the best craft sale we have had yet. Not only will we have plenty of vendors but we are cleaning out our storage and putting a lot of our decorations and craft supplies up for sale. If you or anyone you know is interested in being a vendor please call 281-388-4398 for information on reserving your spot at this year s Spring Craft Sale. DATE: March 8 TIME: 9 AM - 2 PM Page 6
More Events in March Easter Egg Hunt Last year we talked it over with the Easter Bunny and he has agreed to put us on his list every year. This year he will be hiding eggs around the Senior Center and sticking around to visit with everyone. Refreshments will be provided. DATE: March 20 TIME: 10 AM Coushatta The Irish seem to think March is a lucky month. Pretend you are Irish for the day and try your luck at Coushatta Casino in Kinder, LA. Bus departs from Stanton s parking lot. Limited seats, sign-up today. DATE: March 27 TIME: 7 AM COST: $5 Winery Tour Join us for a tour and tasting at Sugar Land s Circle S Vineyard. You will enjoy a guided walking tour of the winery operations and their bottling department followed by a tasting. DATE: March 25 TIME: 10:30 AM COST: $3 Red Peppers - Boliver Ferry Ride the ferry from Galveston to Boliver Peninsula and enjoy a scenic ride along the beach before returning for a yummy lunch at El Nopalito. DATE: March 28 TIME: 10:45 AM COST: $4 plus lunch Country Western Dance I know everyone had a great time at last months PALS sponsored dance. This month Country Now & Then is back to provide you with great dancing music. Please bring a snack to share. DATE: March 18 TIME: 7 PM COST: $4 Page 7
Coming Up Next Quarter Ms. Alvin Senior 2008 Pageant This is not just a beauty pageant but rather an event that personifies the age of elegance, dignity, maturity, and the inner beauty of women 60 years young and up. The winner will represent the Senior Center in local events and continue on to compete in the state pageant. Dinner is served at 6:30 PM and the pageant begins at 7 PM. Show your support for all of these spectacular ladies. Limited tickets available so get yours today. DATE: April 19 TIME: 6:30 PM COST: $5 Cinco De Mayo Fiesta On this date in 1862 4,000 Mexican soldiers defeated the French and traitor Mexican army of 8,000 at Pueblo, Mexico. Lets celebrate the amazing victory of Cinco de Mayo with a FIESTA!!! Enjoy fun games and an authentic Mexican lunch. Sign-up today. DATE: May 5 TIME: 11 AM Mother s Day Brunch You were there for us over the years and at least once a year we like to let you special ladies know how much we appreciate all the mothers in the world. Join us for a homemade brunch and let us show you just how much each and everyone of you means to us. Sign-up today. DATE: May 9 TIME: 10 AM Page 8
Overnight Excursion Fredericksburg It s time for another stop on our tour of TEXAS. On this trip we are headed to Fredericksburg. Home of Texas wine, wildflowers and German food. During this excursion we will venture out on a Texas hill country wine tour. Stop by Wild Seed Farms to catch the blue bonnets in full bloom. Then take in some of the quaint downtown shops and enjoy a delicious German dinner at Auslanders. Price includes transportation and accommodations (double occupancy). Complimentary breakfast will be provided by the hotel. Cut-off date for registration is March 10, 2007. Date: April 4-6, 2007 Time: Depart 8:00 am from Senior Center Return 7:00 pm to Senior Center Cost: $ 176.00 per person Info: 281-388-4298 Elizabeth Burford Jane Roth Sue Davis Maraget Harris Bart DeWitt Sally Granbury Marie Sampson Ann Hayden Doris Bottir Betty Pederson Mary Light Pam Church Mason Trapp Betty Swain Beverly Kimbrough Dalphin Davis Helen Allen Lolly Dickson Nancy Kronig Diane James Maggie Kettler Grace Collins Helen Warren George Rox Dora Petty Page 9 Edith Copeland Valeta Fay Ruth Armstrong Elizabeth Freeman Alice Goyer Betty Truman Marie Burwell Jean Beidler Marjorie Lawrence Katie Janik Judi Meyers Hazel Coker
ALVIN SENIOR CENTER 309 W. SEALY (281) 388-4298 FAX (281) 388-4367 We re on the web www.alvin-tx.gov Sherry Wolfe Senior Center Coordinator (281) 388-4365 Check us out Online!!! Curious about what we do here? Get on our city website: www.alvin-tx.gov Then click on the Senior Center Link. You can view all kinds of things: The Alvin Senior Center Monthly Newsletter The Special Events Quarterly Information about upcoming events Information about current programs Email Alerts Sign-up on the city website to receive email alerts from the Senior Center. Log on and enter your email address. Then anytime there are updates or exciting news you will be the first to know!