What’s Happening Gilbert Seniors!
Spring/Summer Issue Welcome to the newsletter! Happy Spring! I love it when all the flowers are in bloom. Lots of exciting things are happening in the months ahead! Don’t forget to watch out for new and exciting opportunities to participate in our monthly calendar. Let’s make the next three months AMAZING!! -Amanda Shepard –Activities Specialist
EXERCISE CLASSES The Gilbert Senior Center offers exercise classes Monday-Friday. Mon:
Tai Chi - 9am
Tues:
Chair Exercise - 8:30am Silver Sneakers –1:00pm
Wed:
Yoga - 9am Line Dancing $3- 11:15am
Thurs: Chair Exercise –8:30am Silver Sneakers– 1:00pm Fri:
Zumba Gold -8:45am
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Brianna Burrows is the Outreach Specialist for Chandler Christian Community Center. She is your guide to local resources and can process SNAP and AHCCCS applications online. The Outreach Specialist is available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the Gilbert Senior Center and afternoons by appointment Mondays and Thursdays. Contact Brianna by phone 480-503-6061 or by email brianna@chandlerfoodbank.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Looking to do something fun and meaningful? We need volunteer help in all areas of the center. We have a terrific group of volunteers, but we could use more. We would not be able to accomplish all that we do if it were not for the volunteers who give their time and energy on a daily basis. Thank you to those who serve and welcome to those who are interested in serving. Please contact Brianna, Outreach Specialist, at 480-503-6061 to get a list of current volunteer opportunities. Apply or Renew
AHCCCS, SNAP (food stamps) Apply for a government phone! You qualify if you currently receive government assistance.
Brianna Burrows Brianna@chandlerfoodbank.org Phone: (480) 503-6061 Do You Qualify? Find Out NOW!
Make your appointment today to start your application!
ADDITIONAL SERVICES INCLUDE:
Food Bank Distribution Emergency & Supplemental Food Boxes Diapers & Formula
Family Resource Center Parenting & Early Literacy Classes Health & Homeless Programs
Community Action Program Emergency Rental/Mortgage & Utility Assistance Senior Center & Home Delivered Meals For more information about our services please contact us or visit our center!
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Fun Clubs Looking for a good way to meet new people and enjoy your time at the center? The Gilbert Senior Center has a number of clubs to chose from.
Mondays: Wii Bowling, Karaoke, and Adult Coloring Club Tuesdays: Mexican Train, RummiKub, Mahjong Wednesdays: Bunco, Knitting/Crocheting Club, Jewelry Club Thursdays: Bridge Club & RummiKub Fridays: Pinochle, Craft Club & Scrapbooking Check your monthly calendar for dates and times.
FOOD BAGS The Gilbert Senior Center is happy to provide a food bag once a month for qualified participants in need. You must sign up a week in advance & not be receiving a food bag from another associated program. For more details please call 480-503-6061. FOOD BAG PICK UP IS THE 3RD WED. & THURS. OF EACH MONTH.
SIGN UP IN THE SENIOR CENTER OFFICE.
Board Games We have Yahtzee, Words with Friends, Mahjong, UNO, Apples to Apples, Sequence, and of course more Rummikub sets!! Anyone is welcome to use them and are also welcome to laugh out loud while playing these games. If there is any board game you don’t see and you think your fellow Seniors will enjoy let us know! Have Fun!!
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Upcoming Events Dining Out Come join us for good food, good company, and maybe even some laughs! LEAVING the Senior Center at 4pm. (T)
Joe’s Farm Grill
Tia Rosa Mexican Food
Wednesday April 13th Sign up from Mar 23rd-Apr 12th
Wednesday May 11th Sign up from April 25th-May 10th
Organ Stop Pizza
Texas Roadhouse
Wednesday June 1st Sign up from May 23rd-May 30th
Wednesday July 6th Sign up from June 20th–July 5th
Diamondbacks Baseball Come on out and join us for some great baseball! Games start at 12:40 pm. We will leave at 11:30 am. (T)
April 6th $22 pp Against The Rockies Sign up until March 30th
May 31st June 15th June 29th $22 pp $22 pp $22 pp Against Against Against The Astros Dodgers Phillies Sign up May9th Sign up May Sign up June – May 24th 27th – June 10th 13th – June 22
(T)- Transportation is offered but seats are limited .
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Upcoming Events
Gilbert Senior Expo
Friday, April 1st Doors open at 9am-12pm We will have health care vendors, handmade craft booths, raffles, and more. This is your opportunity to get all the information you need. Craft booths will have items to purchase so don’t forget to bring some money.
Turf Paradise April 25th $3 Leaving 11:45am (T) Come join us for a fun day at the horse races. Lunch is on your own.
Sign up from April 14th-22nd
State Capitol
Cinco De Mayo
May 18th $3
May 5th 10:30am
Tour starts at 10:15am It is FIESTA time! Leaving the center @9 am (T) We all love parties, right? Come join us for an Come join us for fun music and interesting tour of the great snacks! We might even do State Capital. the Mexican Hat dance!! Sign up: May 2nd-May 13th
Movies Check the monthly calendar for the movie that will be playing here at the Center each month. Any recommendations for movies you would like to watch come chat with the Activities Specialist and suggest it!!
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Up Coming Events Mother’s Day Dessert
Senior Fitness Day
May 6th 12:00pm
May 25th
Come join us to celebrate all the Mothers in the world!
"If You Keep Moving… You’ll Keep Improving!"
Father’s Day Dessert
Join us for a great morning of fun exercise and activities for all!
June 17th 12:00pm
9am-10am Yoga
Come join us to celebrate all the Fathers in the world! We will have a yummy treat to share for both days!
9:30am Healthy Living Activity 10:15am-10:45am Group Exercise 10:45am Fun Activity 11:15am-1pm Energizing Lunch Fun times for ALL!
Senior Center Closed
Sock Hop
Memorial Day
June 7th
5-30-2016 CLOSED
4th of July 7-4-2016 CLOSED
10:30am-12:00pm Come joins us at the HOP! We will have great music that you will want to take your shoes off and dance in your socks! Dallas West will be performing to dance the morning away. Dress in your favorite “Sock Hop” attire.
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Up Coming Events Beach Day at the Center June 22nd
Pollock Tuesday Movies April 26th, May 24th, & June 28th
Get out your beach Come to the movies with us! We shirts, shorts, hats, will be going the 4th Tuesday & sandals to join of every month. It is only $3! in on the fun! Movie choice TBA. Sign up in the office prior to the date. (T)
Family 4th of July Indoor Picnic Join us for a great family fun day at the Center on Friday, July 1st. Great music by Carlotta Wheeler and family fun picnic goodies. Invite your families & show them your Senior Center! You can even get your picture taken with your family and friends! Party Starts at 10:30 am. Sign up from June 9th-June 26th
Gilbert Senior Center Site Council News Site Council elections are coming in May! 6 members are needed to serve a 2 year term, beginning May 25th. Meetings are held 9 times a year. What does the Site Council do? Look on the bulletin board for our mission statement and reports of our activities. You can also talk to a current Site Council members. Please see Sy Balzan, Site Council Chairman, before April 10th if you are interested in being on the ballot.
Gilbert Senior Center 130 North Oak Street Gilbert, Arizona 85233 Amanda Shepard, Activities Specialist amanda@chandlerfoodbank.org 480-503-6059 Brianna Burrows, Outreach Specialist brianna@chandlerfoodbank.org 480-503-6061 Pat Hutfles, HDM Coordinator
Check us out on the web‌ http://chandlerfoodbank.org/ OR http://www.gilbertaz.gov/ departments/parks-and-recreation/ seniors
pat@chandlerfoodbank.org 480-503-6058 Wallis Berry, Kitchen Coordinator wallis@chandlerfoodbank.org 480-503-6057
https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Chandler-Christian-CommunityCenter/165492116800788
Kelly Delgado, Senior Programs Manager kelly@chandlerfoodbank.org 480-782-2721
Donations Boutique: Gently used clothing, knick-knacks, jewelry etc. Profits go to the Gilbert Site Council and help support a variety of Senior Center activities and events. Arts and Crafts: Supplies for classes and clubs Postage Stamps: Used for newsletters, site council cards or as requested by participants. Monetary donations Financial contributions can be made by cash, check, or credit card. Credit card donations may be made online through PayPal at www.chandlerfoodbank.org. All donations are fully tax deductible as allowed by law. A receipt is available for all donations. Donations in all amounts are welcome. Bingo Prizes: Everyday items including, grocery items; paper towels, toilet paper, toiletries, canned food items, etc. Any questions, please let us know.
Home Delivered Meal Program Did you know you could have a hot, nutritious meal delivered to your home? We offer home delivered meals Monday- Friday between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm depending on your location. Participants may qualify for financial assistance or pay $5 per meal which is billed on a monthly basis. This is a perfect solution for those recovering from a hospital stay or sickness and may be unable to prepare a meal. If you’re interested or know someone who can benefit from our service please contact our HDM
Coordinator Pat Hutfles (480)503-6058 Pat@chandlerfoodbank.org