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2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

(P) 910-343-8209

(F) 910-343-8836

Is Elderhaus PACE right for you? Elderhaus PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) offers an alternative to nursing home care for seniors 55 and older. An optional benefit under Medicare and Medicaid, PACE provides inter-disciplinary care therefore enabling seniors to remain in the community longer. Our transportation department is available to ensure seniors arrive safely to our center and back home again. Elderhaus’ Home Care department is made up of experienced and carefully vetted Nurse Aides. Elderhaus aides work in the home in accordance with senior abilities and needs; ensuring safety, health and quality of life. When you enroll in PACE we become your For more information call, healthcare provider and the rate for your PACE approved care visit us at Elderhaus.com will not change even if your needs do. Qualifying seniors must: or follow us on Facebook  Reside in the PACE service area (see below)  Be at least 55 years of age  Meet PACE requirements for living safely in the home PACE Services  Meet the state criteria for nursing home level of care available according Elderhaus PACE proudly serves all of New Hanover County and to participant need: Hampstead as well as the following zip codes in Brunswick County 28422, 28451, 28461, 28479  Adult Day Care  Home Care  Transportation  Rehabilitative Therapy  Recreation  Dietary  Counseling  24 hour on-call services  Pharmacy  Durable Medical Equipment  Specialists visits

We work with you to provide care that works for you!

TTY 1-800-735-2962

Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.

· Jim Fish, President & CEO · Yvette Gosline, Vice President of Programs & Services

· Melody Stephens, Director of · · · · · · · · · ·

Operations Debra Marlowe, Organizational Development Coordinator Anita Langin, Accounting Technician Jennifer Sherman, Director of Case Management Eddie Jackson, Technology & Reporting Compliance Administrator Derissa Gore, Case Management Support Teresa Muchler-Nogi, Data Systems Manager Chauvet “Mel” Jackson, Operations Technician Sarah Powell, Volunteer Coordinator Mallory Balice, Program Specialist Karen Tierney, Receptionist

· Virginia Long, Ash · Mary Green, Boiling Spring Lakes · Mike Blandino, Calabash and Town Creek

· Veronica Lett-McGee, Leland · Adrienne Brown, Leland · Marilou Smith, Leland · Shelley Cooper, Leland · Doug Russell, Leland · Anne Gass, Shallotte · Kathy Gehlhardt, Shallotte · Victoria Hine, Shallotte · Lee Norris, Shallotte · Emory Saghy, Shallotte · Zach Canady, Shallotte · Beverly Bridgers, Southport · Melissa Catlett, Southport · Jackie Knott, Southport · René Tarquinio, Southport · Susan Whitley, Supply · Lindsey McClelland, Supply · Karen Kirkman, Supply · Gloria Pieczarka, Supply · Mike McGurn, Thrift Store · Vaughn Hatley, Southport

Welcome to the entry of Brunswick Senior Resources’ most active time of year. Fall festivals, major events, and the ramp-up to the holiday season start shortly after Labor Day. We look forward to the break from the summer heat and enjoy the activities associated with being able to be moving outdoors during the middle of the day. The first major event is the annual Seniors Helping Seniors and Their Caregivers scheduled for Friday, Oct. 13. This year’s event will be held at the new Brunswick Center at Supply at 101 Stone Chimney Rd. This year will feature an expanded format to include a mix of presenters, entertainers, vendors, and door prizes. We will be treated to our opening ceremonies conducted by the Sheriff’s Office Flag Corps. BSRI will post signs on Highway 211 and Highway 17 to make it easier to find. Please come and plan to be informed and entertained as we meet members of the community and connect with local available resources. There is no cost associated with the Senior Helping Seniors Event but due to its popularity, we respectfully request that you make a reservation so that we know how much food we need to prepare. Without a reservation,

Jim Fish, BSRI President and CEO

access may be limited. BSRI will also assist with transportation from limited, specific locations. Please let us know if you think you may need transportation. For more information and to register, please call Debra Marlow at (910) 754-2300, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Happy Birthday, Town Creek! It’s been two years this month that the communities of Bolivia, Town Creek, Winnabow, Mill Creek, and Piney Grove came together to support the growing need for a senior site. I am pleased to report that participation has been excellent and the goal is to FROM THE CEO, continued on page 4

Letter from the President

FROM THE CEO, continued from page 3 in front of the new center to house

parlay that growth into a full service senior center in the future.

Renovations that began at new Calabash Area Senior Center on June 19 have progressed to the interior now receiving updated and improved insulation, and plumbing and electrical work are moving forward. Trenching of the concrete in the parking lot to connect to city water and sewer will be completed this month. Construction work is expected in the spring of 2018. The new Calabash Senior Center is approximately 12,000 sq. ft. and is situated on nearly 5 acres of land in downtown Calabash. Its location will provide easy access to all local amenities and businesses. A modular structure was placed

Photo by Joe Hamel

Joe Hamel, beekeeper for 28 years and member of the Cape Fear Camera Club, took this portrait of a honeybee visiting a crape myrtle. Hamel and his family kept bees as a sideline in Massachusetts before retiring to Brunswick County eight years ago. Just as with our favorite pollinators, keep on listening to the Buzz!

the Briar Patch Florist and Gifts during construction. We encourage the community to support the florist as it will be a permanent tenant in the new senior center. BSRI is seeking community support from area residents, business and nonprofits to assist with the needed supplies, furnishings, donations etc. that will be non-budgeted items for the new Calabash area center. A goal of $100,000 has been set to meet that need. Roughly $45,000 has been raised thus far. A sign has been placed on Beach Drive so the public can monitor fundraising progress. If you would like to make a contribution, please call (910) 754-2300 and ask for Debra Marlowe. The first day of Fall will be here soon!

Your Devoted Servant, Jim

BSRI News

Lindsey McClelland has joined the BSRI staff as assistant director at the Brunswick Center at Supply. McClelland moves to the area from Jacksonville, N.C. She’s originally from Goldsboro but spent many years in Jacksonville due to her husband David’s military career. The couple has two children, Ava Rose and Aidan, and the family includes three Chihuahuas. “I last worked at Onslow County Public Schools as a program assistant for youth services,” McClelland said. “My family owned an assisted living home where I began my first job and developed my love and respect for seniors.” She received her bachelor’s in social work from University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2015 and is enrolled in graduate school at Liberty University. McClelland loves shopping, looking for treasures in consignment and thrift stores, and traveling to new places. She also enjoys live music and theater. “I am very thankful and excited about the opportunity with BSRI and look forward to working with the communities and people of Brunswick County,” McClelland said.

BSRI News

In Honor and Memory of Richard “Dick” Hewett Our zealous friend and health advocate, Dick Hewett, has changed his address. He departed this earthly life on July 26, 2017. Dick was an energetic member at BSRI in Southport. His position as a Washington, D.C. lobbyist afforded him the ability to properly address our concerns and needs. His advocacy for the seniors in Southport was constant. He loved attending exercise classes and interacting with his many friends. Even when his health severely compromised his ability to exercise, Dick remained interested and faithful. His perseverance was admired by all of us who had the honor to know and love him. We continue to speak of Dick and his strength of character. We are most grateful for BSRI at Southport for providing the opportunity to know such a great statesman and friend. —Rita Sanders, Exercise Instructor and Friend

Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. celebrated its 15th anniversary August 16. Staff, volunteers, and members of the board of directors attended the lunch meeting and festivities at the Brunswick Center at Supply.

President and CEO Jim Fish officiated and delivered an overview of 15 years of growth in BSRI programs, services, facilities, and staffing and the many improvements in services provided for senior participants.

BSRI News

You’re Invited! 2nd Annual

Volunteers Night Out Location:

Brunswick Senior Center at Supply

121 Stone Chimney Rd SE

Date and Time: Friday September 22nd from 5-8pm Come enjoy live music, wine, beer, shopping, prizes and more! Please RSVP by texting or calling Sarah Powell @ (910) 233-5746 by September 1st! Must be a registered volunteer to attend. Check out our Volunteer Facebook page to see last year’s fun!

@BSRIVolunteers

We need volunteers for the new Supply Site, and Meals on Wheels drivers in Shallotte and Southport. Call Sarah Powell at (910) 233-5746. Check out our new Volunteer Facebook Page! @BSRIVolunteers.

SHIIP

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Southport will have a Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 20. This fair will bring together government and nonprofit agencies that can help seniors—and BSRI’s SHIIP program will be there. If you have questions about health care, affordable housing, immigration, veterans benefits, foreclosures, home repairs, jobs, and other needs, this Resource Fair is for you. Several groups will offer presentations, including BSRI’s own SHIIP program. Learn more about Medicare options at this event. Prospective volunteers can learn about opportunities to share time and talents, and a light lunch will be served. The Resource Fair is at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5269 Dosher Cut Off in Southport. If you need transportation, call (910) 477-9033.

The Dish

By Mallory Balice Program Specialist

at healthier by taking the time to read the food labels to choose better options for some of your favorite foods.

calories and other nutrients.

Use the percent Daily Value to determine if a nutrient in a serving is high or low. You want to aim for 5% DV or less in saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, and sodium.

Use the Nutrition Facts label found on food packages to make smarter food choices. Aim for at least 20% DV which is considered a high amount. Compare what you actually eat to the serving size listed on the panel. For example, if the serving size is 10 potato chips and you eat the whole bag, then you are actually eating many times the

The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends no more than 10 percent of daily calories from added sugars.

Photo by Linda Walters

Senior Spotlight

By Linda Walters

If you want to know how to win, Peggy Owens can offer some suggestions, because competition is her passion. Peggy competes each year in the Brunswick County Gator Senior Games and, since 1996, has won five gold medals. Peggy, born June 10, 1935, is

the oldest child and only daughter of Arthur “Doc” Mangum and Ruby (née Whitley) Mangum. She and her brothers Johnny and Grant grew up on a farm in Wilson County. Farm life included chores, fun, friendships, and learning to sew, needlepoint, knit, and crochet. These skills have provided lifetime enjoyment and many gifts. Maynard Owens, who lived on a neighboring farm, asked for Peggy’s hand in marriage. Peggy graduated from East Carolina University with a teaching degree.

Maynard graduated from N.C. State, followed by a career with the federal government in soil conservation. Their careers led them both to Beaufort, where on Dec. 20, 1959, they got married. They had three children, Glen, Audrey, and Kenneth. In 1968, the family moved to Shallotte. Maynard and Peggy became active members of Calvary Baptist Church. Peggy taught Sunday school classes, bible school, started the Sunshine Club

Senior Spotlight Gator Senior Games. Peggy competes in six games: bowling, croquet, shuffleboard, horse shoes, bocce ball, and corn hole. She earned her first gold medal at state level in 1996. From 2001 to 2016, Peggy added four gold, three silver, and ten bronze medals.

for seniors, cooked for Wednesday night church dinners, sang in the choir, played the piano and the organ, and started the church library.

Travelling is another passion. Peggy has been to Europe, Austria, New Zealand, the Greek Isles, Canada, and Costa Rica. She would like to see more of the United

States, especially North and South Dakota. Peggy, a member of BSRI’s Shallotte Senior Center since 2012, enjoys making crafts, visiting and bowling with other members, and volunteering wherever she is needed. Gracious always, Peggy is active, vibrant and happy, and very much a winner in life. In the 2017 Senior Games, be assured, she is going for the gold!

Peggy taught fifth and sixth graders at Shallotte middle school for 25 years, retiring in 1992. “My greatest reward teaching school is the appreciation I received from some of my students after they graduated,” Peggy said. “Students would contact me to thank me for being a great teacher, and would tell me how I helped them to succeed.” “Maynard liked farming and would love to ride his tractor,” Peggy said. “He dreamed of owning a blueberry farm, and when he retired, he founded Owens’ Blueberries in Bolivia, a successful commercial farm where you can pick your own berries.” Through the years, the family grew to include four grandsons, two granddaughters, and three great grandsons. Maynard and Peggy were married 41 years when Maynard died in 2000. Their oldest son Glenn, and his wife Sharon, took over his father's blueberry farm.

Wishing to stay active and keep her competitive spirit going, Peggy began competing in Brunswick County Parks and Recreation’s

Photos contributed

Maynard and Peggy Owens tied the knot in 1959 and were together 41 years, until his death in 2000.

Trips Trips Performance at the Savannah Historic Theater Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Guided Trolley Tour of Historic Jekyll Island

Cost per person: $15, non-refundable

Tour of St. Simon Islands.

Deadline to RSVP: Friday, October 17, 2017

Visit to Famous River Street

Leland Van: Begin Boarding at 8:30am, Depart at 9am

Standard Taxes, Baggage Handling & Meal Gratuities

Supply Van: Begin Boarding at 8am, Depart at 8:30am

Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation

Registration opens Sept. 12, 2017.

Trip includes: 15 passenger van transportation, entrance to the Cape Fear Museum, guided “insider’s tour,” entrance to the “Changing America” exhibit, free time at the museum, and taxes and fees. Lunch will be on your own at K&W Cafeteria.

Date of Trip: November 15-17, 2017

Deadline to RSVP, Cancel & Final Payment due: Sept. 1 3 Days/2 nights Trip includes: deluxe motorcoach transportation, 2 nights hotel accommodations, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner including 1 holiday dinner on Biltmore Estate, 1 lunch at Deerpark Restaurant, admission to Biltmore Estate including selfguided Candlelight Tour of Biltmore Mansion, Wine tasting at Biltmore Estate Winery, access to Biltmore Gardens and Grounds including the Conservatory and Antler Village, visit to the Western NC Farmer’s Market, view the Gingerbread Entries at the Grove Arcade, Asheville Lights Display, standard taxes, meal gratuities, and baggage handling. Please RSVP at your local senior center. Departure locations vary. Date of Trip: March 20 – March 22, 2018 Price: $399.00 Per Person – Double Occupancy 3 Day/2 Night Package Includes: 2 Nights Hotel Accommodations 2 Breakfasts at Your Hotel & 2 Dinners to Include 1 Dinner at The Pirate’s House Guided Tour of Historic Savannah

May 24 – June 1, 2018 Prices start at $ 2199 per person based on double occupancy. Cabins still available! $250 deposit per person to reserve spot, fully refundable until January 15, 2018 2nd deposit of $500 due October 16, 2017, refundable Final payment due January 5, 2018 Price is subject to change. Becomes firm with a refundable deposit. 8 Days / 7 Nights Trip Includes: Round-trip Airfare, 1 night hotel accommodation in Seattle. Guided tour of Seattle, 8 Day/7 Night Alaskan Cruise onboard Royal Caribbean’s “Explorer of the Seas” to include cabin, shipboard meals, port charges, taxes and transfers in Seattle. Motor coach transportation to and from airport. Passport required. For more information contact Susan Whitley at: 910754-7604 ext. 1060 or swhitley@bsrinc.org Please RSVP for Trips in person at your local Senior Center. All additional payments other than deposits can be paid in installments unless otherwise noted. Special dietary needs or room requests, please notify us at the time of registration. Departure locations vary.

Photo by Linda Walters

$459 per person based on double occupancy, $100 per person refundable deposit due at registration

Ash Senior Site Ash Senior Site Virginia Long, Manager Waccamaw Community Building 5859 Waccamaw School Road Ash, NC 28420 Call 910-287-3998 for reservations Operating Hours: 9:30â€”1:30 Tuesdays & Thursdays Lunch Served at 12pm

Activity Calendar September 2017 Subject to change

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Thursday

5 10:00 Board Puzzle 10:45 Exercise 11:00 TV Game Show

7 10:00 10:45 11:00 12:25

12 10:00 10:45 11:00

14 10:00 10:45 11:00

19 10:00 10:45 11:00

Board puzzle Exercise TV game show

26 10:00 Board puzzle 10:45 Exercise 11:00 TV game show

Board Puzzle Exercise TV Game Show Nutrition Presentation Board puzzle Exercise TV game show

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SEPTEMBER

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Boiling Spring Lakes Senior Site BSRI Nutrition Program

at Boiling Spring Lakes Parks & Recreation Department 1 Leeds Road Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 28461 910-363-0018 BSRI Nutrition Program: 10am to 2pm Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 910-754-2300 Program Information:

www.cityofbsl.org or 363-0018

September 2017

Boiling Spring Lakes Senior Site Activity Calendar *Subject to change

Monday

Tuesday

Spring Lake Concert Series Sept. 3rd 4—6pm

Did You Know ??? Boiling Spring Lakes Parks & Recreation Offers door to door transportation to Seniors In BSL For Programs on Monday, Wednesday & Friday? Call 363-0018 For Details!!

Randy Knight & Parrot Party Don’t Miss This Excellent Buffet Cover Band!

Closed

Wednesday

Happy Labor Day

10:30am Color Me Calm 6pm Beginner Yoga

11 10am Qi Gong 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Card club

18 10am Qi Gong 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Senior Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Card club

25 10am Qi Gong 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Card club

10:30 Color Me Calm 6pm Beginner Yoga

10am Walking Class 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Senior Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Cards & Dice 6:30pm Line Dance Club

6pm Beginner Yoga

Line Dance Club Wednesday Evenings FREE Join us as we learn some basic & intermediate line dances.

10am - Mah Jong 6pm - Flow Yoga

21 10am Mah Jong 6pm Flow Yoga

10am Walking Class 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Senior Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Cards & Dice 6:30pm Line Dance Club

10am Walking 11am TOPS 12pm Senior Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Card club

10am Walking 11am TOPS 12pm Senior Lunch

12:30 Ice Cream Social 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Card club

14 10am - Mah Jong

10am Walking Class 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Senior Lunch & Crazy Sock Day 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Cards & Dice 6:30pm Line Dance Club

Friday

13 10am Walking Class 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm Senior Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Cards & Dice 6:30pm Line Dance Club

10:30 Color Me Calm

Thursday

10:30 Brunch & A Movie 6pm Flow Yoga

6:30pm Line Dance Party & Social 28

10am - Mah Jong 6pm - Flow Yoga

10am Walking 11am TOPS 12pm Senior Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub 12:30pm Card club

The Brunswick Center at Leland Activity Calendar EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY MONDAY 8:00

Coffee with Friends 8:00 Coffee w/Friends Morning News Billiards/Morning 8:30 Chess Club News 10:00 Crafts/Painting 8:30 Chess Club 10: 30 Seated Chair Aerobics 8:30 Stretch and Core 11:30 Tai-Chi w/ Isabella(*) 9:15 Rise & Shine Gentle 11:45 Devotions Yoga with Juanita 12:30 Walk With Ease 10:30 Jewelry Creations 10:30 Balance w/ Isabella (6week course) 11:30 Tai-Chi w/Isabella (*) 11:45 Devotions

12:30 Walk With Ease (6week course)

Lunch at 12:00 3 pm MahJongg w/ Jeri 1-4 Free Choice (*) FEE BASED CLASSES

EVERY WEDNESDAY 8:00 8:30 8:30 9:30 9:45 10:00 10:30 11:30

12:30 Walk With Ease (6week course)

Lunch at 12:00 1-4 Free Choice (*) FEE BASED CLASSES

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Change Challenge

Coffee w/ Friends Billiards/Morning News Strength &Core Chess Club Geri-Fit w/Juanita Line Dancing Crafts / Painting Aerobics Chair Exercise TRX Group Training

EVERY THURSDAY 8:00 News 10:30 10:30 11:30 11:45

BINGO Arthritis Exercises Tai-Chi w/Isabella (*) Devotions

12:30 Walk With Ease (6week course)

12:45 Painting Oils with Jeri

8:00

Coffee w/ Friends Billiards/Morning

News 8:30 Chess Club 10:00 Crafts/Painting w/ Bobbie 10:00 Geri-Fit w/ Juanita 10:30 Brain activities w/Callum 11:00 Into to the Computers 11:00 Intro to Line Dancing w/Linda

Lunch at 12:00

Lunch at 11:30 1:00 Yoga with Juanita 2:00 Chair Yoga w/ Juanita 3:00 25.20.15 w/ Juanita (*) 1-4 Free Choice (*) FEE BASED CLASSES

Coffee w/ Friends Billiards/Morning

EVERY FRIDAY

1:30 Yoga with Juanita 1-4 Free Choice (*) FEE BASED CLASSES 2:30 Tabata w/ Juanita (*) Pre-sign up required class of 8 or class will be cancelled 1-4 Free Choice (*) FEE BASED CLASSES

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Don’t forget to stop by the information desk and 1 September Birthday Celebration 11:30 am

Bring your spare model in our ask about our exciting exercise classes change to fill our water Fashion Show  6 session TRX Suspension and Therapy sessions (*) jug. Contribution bene- October 2nd at 11am  6 Week Walk with Ease Arthritis Foundation Course fit the equipment needs of the center  Tai Chi (*) Fashions Provided by This month our goal  Tabata (*) Kent & Co is $125.00 3 session Purse making class (*) 1

BSRI Closed

10 am Purse making class (*)

North Brunswick Hand and Foot 1-3 p.m.

Weight Loss Contest Weigh-In 9am

Monthly Shopping trip

1-4 Quilting Bee 11

10 am Purse making class (*) 18

National Cheeseburger Day

National Senior Center Month

Bring a friend for a tour of our beautiful senior center! 20

10 am Purse making North Brunswick Hand class (*) and Foot 1-3 p.m.

International Day Of Peace

1-4 Quilting Bee 25

26Safety First!! Drink lots of fluids &Wear the right shoes during exercise!

World Tourism Day Coups for Troops 9:30 a.m.

*Contributions are appreciated for all non fee-based exercise classes

The Brunswick Center at Leland 121 Town Hall Drive Leland, NC 28451 910-754-7701

~A NC Certified Senior Center of Excellence~ Veronica Lett-McGee, Director Adrienne S. Brown, Assistant Director

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

The Leland Center Motto:

“Count your life by smiles, not tears. Count your age by friends, not years.”

Join us for a Fall Festival! Friday, Nov. 3rd The Brunswick Center at Leland

DROP-IN/FREE CHOICE ACTIVITIES: Puzzles, Computer, Books, Newspaper, Card Games, TV, Wii, Exercise Equipment, Shuffleboard, Checkers/Chess, Rummikub, Simple Sewing, Horseshoes, Socialization, Walking , Board Games FREE CHOICE ACTIVITIES DAILY 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM —*Fee-based classes= $5-6 Ask about our TRX Group Training

Billiards, News , & Coffee w/Friends

Monday –Friday at 8am

Line Dancing Wed 9:45am & Fri 11am

BINGO Every Thursday at 10:30 am

GeriFIT w/ Juanita Wed at 9:30am & Fri at 10am

The Brunswick Center at Leland 121 Town Hall Drive Leland, NC 28451 910-754-7701

~A NC Certified Senior Center of Excellence~ Veronica Lett-McGee, Director Adrienne S. Brown, Assistant Director

DON’T FORGET TO PUT YOUR CHANGE IN THE JINGLE JAR Proceeds benefit programming & equipment.

Accepting Donations for BINGO Prizes!

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

MOVIES SHOPPING TRIPS FASHION SHOWS

Get In Shape! Stay in Shape! MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH MALLORY FOR NUTRITION INFORMATION 910-754-2300 X 1204

Some top favorites: SLIPPER SOCKS BATH SOAP SOCKS CANDY SCARVES DENTURE SUPPLIES TOILET PAPER PAPER TOWELS LARGE PRINT PUZZLES CROSSWORD

CANNED FOODS BODY LOTION BOOKS ON TAPES ENSURE/BOOST PET FOOD/CAT POPCORN TRASH BAGS DISH SOAP/CLOROX TOOTH BRUSHES TOOTH PASTE

COFFEE/TEA DISPOSABLE /RAZ

RAZORS/CREAM/

National Senior Center Month September is National Senior Center Month!! Senior centers serve as a gateway to the nation’s aging network by connecting older adults to community services that can help them stay healthy and independent. More than 60% of senior centers are designated focal points for delivery of OAA services. This helps older adults to access multiple services in one place. Visit www. BSRINC.org to learn more about: Nutrition and Meal Assistance Information & Assistance Health, fitness, and wellness programs Transportation services Public benefits counseling Employment assistance Volunteer and civic engagement opportunities Social and recreational activities Educational and arts programs

Calabash Senior Site Calabash Senior Site Calabash Presbyterian Church 8820 Old Georgetown Road Sunset Beach, NC 28468

Activity

September 2017

CALENDAR

Wednesday

Monday

National Senior Center Month

BSRI’s Thrift Store 10001 Beach Dr. Calabash, NC Whether shopping, donating, or volunteering, your support of BSRI’s Thrift Store @ Calabash helps to provide vital services and resources for our senior participants.

Donations???

Call (910) 579-7488

Mike Blandino, Site Manager/Service Assoc. Call 910-368-5348 or 910-754-2300 For Reservations Operating Hours: 9:30 am-1:30 pm Monday, Wednesday, & Friday

4 10:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

6 Reading Exercise Lunch Corn Hole Game

10:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

Friday 1 10:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 pm

8 Reading Exercise Lunch Adult coloring

10:00 am Reading 10:30 am BINGO 12:00 pm Lunch

10:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:00 pm

Reading Exercise Lunch Nutrition with Mallory 12:30 pm Corn Hole Game

10:00 am Reading 11:00 am Blood Pressure Screen 11:15 am Exercise 12:00 pm Lunch 12:30 pm Adult coloring

10:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

10:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

Reading Exercise Lunch Corn Hole Game

10:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

Reading BINGO Lunch

Reading Exercise Lunch Corn Hole game

Reading, BINGO Lunch Corn hole Tournament

10:00 am Reading, 10:30am BINGO 12:00 pm Lunch

to schedule pick-up. 25

Your support is greatly appreciated!

10:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

Reading Exercise Lunch Corn Hole Game

27 Cards & Gam 10:00 am Reading 11:15 am Exercise 12:00 pm Lunch 12:30 pm Corn Hole game es

29 10:00 am Reading, 10:30am BINGO 12:00 pm Lunch

The Brunswick Center at Shallotte Activity Calendar

SEPTEMBER

Subject to change

EVERY MONDAY 10:30am 10am 10:30am 11am 11am 11:45am 12:15pm 1:30pm 1:30pm

Weekly Updates Beginner Line Dancing Line Dancing Exercise Class * Stretch and Tone w/ Nancy ($5) Lunch Bingo Tai Chi w/ Dean Knit/Crochet

EVERY TUESDAY 9am 10am

EVERY THURSDAY

Beginner Line Dancing 10am Tabata Class 10:30am Line Dancing 11am Adult Coloring 11am Exercise Class Noon Lunch 12:30pm Bridge 1pm Shopping 1pm Rummikub 2pm Table Tennis

9am Zumba Gold 10am Yoga w/Nancy 10:30am GeriFit 11:15am Aerobics Noon Lunch 12:30pm Intro to Microsoft Office Suite 1:15pm Tai Chi w/ Dean

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

*Fee Based Classes Noted Above

Boost Available for Purchase During Center Hours 8am to 4pm

10am

5 11am

Walgreens Presentation 5:30pm Diabetes Self-Management Class 12

PATRIOT DAY “NEVER FORGET”

6 10am New Exercise Class — Tabata

7 9:30am Shopping Trip To Myrtle Beach

9:30am Ladies Pool / Billards 9:30am Pilates 9am Choral Group 10am Beginner Computer Class 10:30am Craft Class 11:45am Lunch 12:15pm Bingo 1:30pm Art Class 2pm Beginner Bridge

FRIDAY

10am Computer Class Week 5 of 6 10:30am BP Screening 8 10am Computer Class Week 6 of 6 10:30am BP Screening 1pm Movie "The Straight Story"

7pm BlueGrass 13

10am New Exercise Class — Tabata

11:45am Nutrition Presentation

12pm BasketWeaving With Zada Mae 18

EVERY FRIDAY

NATIONAL SENIOR CENTER MONTH LABOR DAY CENTER CLOSED

Located at the Reception Desk

Zumba Gold Caregivers Support Group 10:30am GeriFit 11:15 am Aerobics Noon Lunch 1:15pm Tai Chi w/ Dean 1:30pm Scrabble 2:15pm *Yoga w/ Charlotte ($5) 2:30pm Beginner Line Dancing

MONDAY

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Suggestion Box

15 10am Computer Class Week 1 of 6 10:30am BP Screening 1pm & 2:30pm *Tai Chi w/Keith (Each Class $5)

19 11am Walgreens Presentation

20 10am Bowling 10am New Exercise Class — Tabata

21 11am Sip n Chat

22 10am Falls Prevention Festival COOK OUT 10am Computer Class Week 2 of 6 10:30am BP Screening 1pm Movie "Young @ Heart" 1pm & 2:30pm *Tai Chi w/Keith (Each Class $5)

7pm BlueGrass 25

27 10am New Exercise Class — Tabata

29 10:30am BP Screening 10am Computer Class Week 3 of 6 1pm & 2:30pm *Tai Chi w/Keith (Each Class $5)

The Brunswick Center at Shallotte 3620 Express Drive Shallotte, NC 28470 910-754-2300 x 1001

—An NC Certified Senior Center of Excellence— Anne Gass, Center Director Kathy Gehlhardt, Assistant Director

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Featured Events . . . Items of Interest Center is Closed Monday, September 4th, in honor of Labor Day. We’ll reopen Tuesday, September 5th, at 8am. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday. Change: Beginning in September, Art Class on Fridays will meet at 1:30pm instead of 1pm. Change: Beginning in September, Zumba Gold is now held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9am. Change: Blood pressure checks on the first Friday will be conducted by Amedisys. On all other Fridays, Lower Cape Fear Hospice will conduct them. Time remains the same: 10:30am. No appointment needed. Mini-Festival and Cook Out September 22nd, 10am. We’re celebrating two events: (1) National Falls Prevention Day (which is the first day of Fall) which brings awareness to fall prevention, and (2) National Senior Center Month (this year’s theme: Masters of Aging). These participating vendors can provide valuable information to seniors on many issues pertinent to senior living: Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Walgreens, Lions Club; NC Division of Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing; Carillon Assisted Living; Information on Matter of Balance, Tai Chi, Advance Health Care Directives and Notary.

July 21, 2017 11:18am

The Solar Eclipse talk given in July by Astrophysicist Fred Myers was a big success! Everyone enjoyed Fred’s lively presentation and learned a lot about this rare solar event. Thanks, Fred, for sharing your knowledge and expertise. Bowling at the Brunswick Bowling Center in Shallotte, Wednesday, September 13th, at 10am. Cost: $9 for two games and lunch. Such a deal! Call to sign up. Certified bowling coach Ed Ambrose is available if you need a little (or a lot) of extra help. Come enjoy a fun day out of the sun with a bunch of friendly folks! Coming Up: Our annual “Seniors Helping Seniors” Day on Friday, October 13th. We’ll have a variety of vendors who provide needed senior services. Come and see what services are available in your area.

Update: Keith Webb’s Tai Chi classes begin again on Friday, Sept. 15th at 1:00 and 2:30pm. Each class $5.

Join us, Thursday, Sept. 7th, for a fun shopping trip to Myrtle Beach! Bus leaves at 9:30am. Sign up required. Ongoing Events Weekly Update/ Sip ‘n Chat Share your questions, suggestions, or comments every Monday at 10:30am and every third Thursday at 11am. Coffee’s hot and free!

Blood Pressure Check 1st Friday by Amedisys Hospice. All other Fridays, Lower Cape Fear Hospice. All days, 10:30am. No appointment needed.

Celebrate Birthdays Celebrate these special days with us on the last Friday of every month. We’ll sing, eat cake, and have fun. Party hat and dancing optional.

Loose Change Challenge Thanks very much to everyone who puts a little “jingle” in our donation bottle! Your loose change adds up and helps support senior programs.

Movie Day All movies are on Fridays at 1pm. Now showing on: 9/8 “The Straight Story” 9/22 “Young at Heart” Free admission, popcorn and candy. Soft drinks and water available for purchase.

Monthly Quote Aging is not lost youth, but a new stage of opportunity and strength. Betty Friedan

The Brunswick Center at Shallotte 3620 Express Drive Shallotte, NC 28470 910-754-2300 x 1001

—An NC Certified Senior Center of Excellence— Anne Gass, Center Director Kathy Gehlhardt, Assistant Director

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Get Crafty! Crafty Fridays 10:30am. We have five days to craft this month! Yea! Sign up and pay at front desk no later than Monday before class. Seating is limited. If you have to cancel, please call as soon as you know so we can contact folks who are on the waitlist. Craft schedule is posted at the front desk and in the craft room. (Pictures may be representative and project particulars are subject to change.) Fall Deco Wreath $20 Paint ‘n’ Take $5 Necktie “Carry Case” $3 Wire Ear Cuff $4 Sept 8. All supplies included. Sept 1. All supplies Sept 15. All supplies Sept 22. All supplies (Picture is representative) included. All skills. included. (Colors may vary) included. (Dangle optional)

Cinnamon Stick Candle Wrapper $2

Sept 29. Please bring enough cinnamon sticks to wrap around a 6” diameter pillar candle. All other supplies included.

NOTE: When you sign up for a class, we record registrations in the order calls are received. The process is the same for waitlists and call-backs if there is a cancellation: the first person on the waitlist gets the first opportunity to attend the class.

Guest Instructor Zada Mae is offering another fun Pine Needle Basket Weaving class. Choice of a basket or trivet. No experience necessary. Monday, September 11th, 12pm-3pm. Cost $22. Sign up by September 8th. All supplies included. Help preserve this time-honored tradition of weaving long-leaf pine needles! No experience necessary. Mark your calendars for Zada Mae’s upcoming classes: October 9th, November 13th, and December 11th! Signup is always the Friday before the class. Cost is still $22 and all supplies are included. Seating is limited.

A thought about the fall season: While spring rejuvenates and clears our heads of winter’s cobwebs, and summer energizes and propels us into vibrancy, fall offers a special gift of its own: a time for relaxing, reflecting, giving thanks, and sitting still as this quote extols: "Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn." Elizabeth Lawrence. Get Connected to Your Senior Center! Get real-time notices about new activities, important changes, updates and cancellations. Send your email info us at agass@bsrinc.org. We will never share or sell your email, or send emails that are not related to senior interests.

Show Me the Money! BSRI Financial Statements and IRS Form 990 are online: www.bsrinc.org.

Oak Island Senior Site Oak Island Community Center 102 S E 47th Street Deanna Eddinger, Oak Island, NC 28461 Community Center Director 910-278-3622 0r 278-6552 BSRI Main 910-754-2300 Senior Activity Calendar September 2017 (Subject to Change)

Tuesday

Ruth Hopkins 9/6 Eleanor Whitworth 9/23 Maxine Cox 9/25 Tera Thomas 9/26 Kathryn Coldborn 9/28 Barry Stowe 9/29

September 4th

Wednesday

Thursday

5 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12pm Ms. Mallory 12:30 pm BINGO 1:30 Board Games

6 10:00 am Social Time 10:30 Pool Pals 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm Rummikub 12:30pm Chair Yoga

7 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Chair Dancing 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO

12 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Sit & Be Fit 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO 1:30 Board Games

13 10:00 am Social Time 10:30 Pool Pals 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm Rummikub 12:30pm Chair Yoga

14 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Chair Dancing 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO

19 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Sit & Be Fit 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO 1:30 Card Games

20 10:00 am Social Time 10:30 am Pool Pals 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm Rummikub 12:30pm Chair Yoga

26 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Sit & Be Fit 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO 1:30 Social Time

27 10:00 am Social Time 10:30 Pool Pals 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm Rummikub 12:30pm Chair Yoga

21 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Chair Dancing 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO 1:30 Social Time 28 10:00 am Rummikub 10:30 Playing Pool 11:00 Chair Dancing 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO

The Brunswick Center at Southport Southport Senior Center Activity Calendar

September

Subject to change, ($, denotes instructor fee; M, demotes material fee)

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY WEDNESDAY

8-4 Exercise Room & Billiards 8:00 Yoga & Pilates 8:00 Coffee w/Friends 9 :30 Easy Does IT 9:30 Mah Jongg 9:30 Tai Chi Forms ($) 10:00 Hand & Foot 10:30 Adult Coloring 10:30 Beg. Tai Chi 11:45 Lunch 12:15 Cardio Fusion 12:30 Wii 1 Total Body Conditioning 1:30 Ballroom Dancing 1:30 Mah Jongg 3 “ABS”olute CORE Power ($) 6:30 Jam Session

8-4 Exercise Room & Billiards 8:30 Beach Walk @ Caswell Access ** 8:00 Coffee w/Friends 9:30 Chicago Bridge 9:30 Boxing 10:30 ($) 11:45 Lunch 12:00 Walgreens Presentation 12:00 Beginning Yoga 12:30 Wii 12:30 Cornhole 12:30 Ladder Golf 1 Silver Paddles 1 Gentle Cardio & Core 2 HIITS 3:30 Basketball 6:30 Square Dancing ($)

8-4 Exercise Room & Billiards 8:00 Coffee w/Friends 9-12 Begin, Adv., Int. Watercolor ($) 9:30 Geri-Fit 9:30 Tai Chi Forms ($) 10:30 Tai Chi ($) 10:45 You Can Do It 11:45 Lunch 12:15 Bible Study 12:30 Wii 12:30 Silver Samurai ($) 12:30 Games 12:45 Afternoon Movie (M)

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

EVERY THURSDAY 8:00-4 Exercise Room & Billiards 8:00 Yoga & Pilates 8:00 Coffee w/Friends 9:30 Gerifit 9 Craft (M) 10 Knit & Chain Gang 10 Quilting 10:30 Bible Study 11:45 Lunch 12:30 Wii 1 Gentle Cardio & Core ($) 1:00 Beg. Line Dance 2:00 Int./Adv. Line Dance 2 HIITS ($)

EVERY FRIDAY 8-4 Exercise Room & Billiards 8:00 Coffee w/Friends 9 Technology Workshop 9:30 Tai Chi Forms ($) 10 Sewing 10:30 Tai Chi ($) 11:45 Lunch 12:30 Wii 12:30 Games 1 Pickleball 1:30 Hand Drumming

THURSDAY

FRIDAY 1 1:00 pm-Photography Group

5 2-4 Learn More about Trips

15 1:00 pm— Photography Group

9:30 Parkinson’s Support Group 11:45 Blood Pressure Checks by Amedysis

27 10:00 Caregiver Support Group

2-4 Learn More about Trips

26 11:45 Blood Pressure Checks by Southport Nursing Center/Liberty Home Care

The Brunswick Center at Southport 1513 N. Howe St., Ste. 1 Southport, NC 28461

Office Hours: 8am-4pm

Melissa Catlett, Director

Activity hours vary

Monday-Friday

Phone 910-754-2300

Lunch Served at 11:a45am

SEPTEMBER SHOPPING TRIP!

Wednesday, September 6th

Vendor forms available now. Booths are $15 each. Hot Dog plates are $5 each and available from 11am-2pm. Please help us by distributing flyers and posters of locations you frequently visit. (Rumor has it Santa Claus will be here to take pictures for Christmas cards with Kids and Pets! Quilt Raffles, Vendors, Food and Fun!)

Do you have a talent you’d like to share? VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO TEACH FALL CLASSES. Lots of opportunities to make a big difference at our center Please contact our new director, Melissa Cartlett, for more information

Cookbooks will be on sale soon. The cost is $10 per book. Come see what our wonderful Southport seniors are cooking up!

Quilt Volunteers Needed Thursdays 9 am!

The quilt group is starting another quilt for the center to draw as a fundraiser. Any quilters are welcome to join the fun! No experience necessary!

Great Volunteer Opportunity! We are in dire need of front desk/ receptionist volunteers. All days and most shifts. Choose 2, 4, 6, or 8 hour shifts!!

We will be going to Wilmington to Hobby Lobby and more! More information to follow closer to the date.

SEWING CLASS! FRIDAYS IN SEPTEMBER. THE PROJECT IS THE HANDBAG PICTURED. CALL US FOR INFORMATION.

Hand and Foot Canasta Mondays and Fridays 10:00

Silver Paddles Tuesday at 1pm, just show up!

Geri-Fit® Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:30 am Geri-Fit® is an evidence-based group strength training exercise program for older adults of all senior ages and fitness levels. This proven program helps rebuild strength that's been lost through the aging process. Just show up! No fee!

BOXING Tuesdays 9:30 am Just show up!

CORN HOLE

Learn to Crochet and Knit

Mah Jongg

NO RSVP necessary

Mondays 9:30am and 1:30pm

Join us! Thursdays at 10am

Tuesdays 12:30pm No RSVP, just show UP!

The Brunswick Center at Southport 1513 N. Howe St., Ste. 1 Southport, NC 28461

Melissa Catlett, Director

Office Hours: 8am-4pm

Activity hours vary

Monday-Friday

Phone 910-754-2300

Lunch Served at 11:a45am

How is the congregate lunch program funded? Federal, State, and Local funding as well as consumer contributions from great participants like you! How old do I have to be to participate in the congregate lunch program? A state regulated requirement, 60 years old or older. Why do I need to sign in daily? BSRI receives a federal grant that requires we track individuals and why they visit us. How do I get involved? You must be 55 or older and complete a registration form. There is no membership fee. Just drop by the center!

Billiards Monday-Friday 8am-4pm Just drop on by!

Pickleball

Fridays 1:00 pm

Technology Class A HUGE thank you to Fred Myers, astrophysicist, who presented at the senior center on Monday, July 31st on the upcoming solar eclipse. Almost 200 people attended this wonderful event! The presentation featured brief presentations about our place in space, some amazing things about the Moon, and how the Sun, Moon, and Earth interact to produce eclipses. Fred shared some of his experiences from an eclipse of 1972 and helped prepare us for the Great American Eclipse of 2017!

Yoga & Pilates– Mondays & Thursdays 8am-9am You Can Do It– Mondays 9:30am-10:30am Gerifit-Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:30am10:30am

Every Friday at 9 am. Bring your smart phone, tablet or laptop!

SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL SENIOR CENTER MONTH Our national celebration of senior centers began in 1979. The concept gained support of other aging organizations, as well as the full Senate and the House Select Committee on Aging.

Photography Group Wish to learn about digital cameras and pictures? 1st & 3rd Fridays at 1pm No RSVP

MOVIE TIME Wednesdays—12:45 p.m. What’s showing? Please call front desk to find out 910-754-2300

Line Dancing

Every Thursday 1 pm—Beginners 2 pm—Intermediate

CARDIO FUSION MONDAYS 12:15 Hand Drumming EVERY Friday at 1:30 pm

The Brunswick Center at Supply Supply Senior Center Activity Calendar

September

Subject to change, ($, denotes instructor fee; M, demotes material fee)

EVERY MONDAY

EVERY TUESDAY

EVERY WEDNESDAY

8-4 Drop in Activities 8:30 Coffee w/ Friends (M) 9:30 Beginner Yoga 10 Crochet & Knit Gang 10:45 Mixed Level Yoga 11:15 Tai Chi 12 Lunch 12 Qi Gong/Tai Chi 12:30 Dancing to the Oldies 6 Beginner Shag ($) 7 Intermediate Shag ($)

8-4 Drop in Activities 8 Walking Club 8:30 Coffee w/Friends (M) 10 Paper Crafting Techniques, begins Sept. 12, RSVP (M) 10 Brain Fitness 12 Lunch 3:15 GeriFit

8-4 Drop in Activities 8:30 Coffee w/Friends (M) 9:30 Beginner Yoga 10 Sheriffs Citizens Academy (month of Sept) 10:45 Mixed Level Yoga 12 Lunch 12:45 Movie (M) 1 Cornhole 1 Laddergolf

MONDAY

TUESDAY

EVERY THURSDAY 8-4 Drop in Activities 8:30 Coffee w/Friends (M) 10 Adult Coloring 10:30 Bingo 10:30 Chair Exercise 12 Lunch 2 Alz/Dementia Support Group, 2nd Thursday 3:15 GeriFit

EVERY FRIDAY 8-4 Drop in Activities 8:30 Coffee w/ Friends (M) 9 Rummikub 9:30 Oil Painting 11 Tai Chi 12 Lunch 1 Silver Samurai

Calendar is subject to change...please email Susan at swhitley@bsrinc.org to receive regular updates WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY 1

Closed for Labor Day

13 10 Sheriffs Citizens Academy, RSVP

14 2pm Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Support Group

15 12:30 Supply Purpose & Outlook Meeting

20 10 Sheriffs Citizens Academy, RSVP

22 5pm Volunteers Night Out, RSVP

29 11:30am Your Life Your Legacy by White Funeral and Cremation Services, RSVP

6 10 Sheriffs Citizens Academy, RSVP 12 Nutrition Presentation

12 10 Paper Crafting Techniques begins, RSVP 1pm National Senior Center Month Ice Cream Social sponsored by Carillon, RSVP

10:30 Blood Pressure Checks by Amedysis 25

26 10 SHIIP Medicare Town Hall Meeting, RSVP

27 10 Broadway at the Beach & Lunch at Paula Deens, RSVP 10 Sheriffs Citizens Academy, RSVP

12 Birthday Celebration Don’t forget Casino Night, Sept. 30! Get your ticket now!

The Brunswick Center at Supply 101 Stone Chimney Rd. SE Supply, NC 28462

Susan Whitley, Center Director Lindsey McClelland, Assistant Director

Phone 910-754-7604

Office Hours: 8am-4pm,

Activity hours vary

Monday-Friday

Lunch Served at Noon

The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Senior Citizens Academy will help Brunswick’s senior population reduce the possibility of crime and improve quality of life. From home security to elder abuse, fraud prevention and more, the Senior Citizens Academy will serve as a vehicle for law enforcement professionals to share their experience and knowledge.

Every Wednesday in September at 10am, please RSVP.

SHIIP Medicare Town Hall Meeting

Come and join NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program and BSRI to learn more about Medicare Preventative Benefits, the Extra Help subsidy, and the services of the NC Department of Insurance. Contact Rene Tarquinio at 910-754-2300 to register.

It’s Your Life. Your Legacy. Learn four simple steps for planning for the inevitable at the Your Life. Your Legacy.® Lunch & Learn Seminar on Friday, September 29, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. We plan for weddings and college for our children, but often neglect this important plan for ourselves and our loved ones. A short presentation led by Rick Sanders of Southport will address the importance of planning final arrangements, how you would like your life to be celebrated. A question and answer session will follow. This is a free, information-only session; no sales, presented by The White Funeral Group of Bolivia, Shallotte and Southport. Pre-register by calling the center at 910-754-7604 or sign up at the desk.

Come celebrate National Senior Center Month with us and Carillon and enjoy ice cream while socializing with friends. Please RSVP! September 12 at 1pm

Mixed Level Yoga Also with Ella Hill, E-RYT Calm your body, mind and spirit through meditation, simple postures and deep breathing. Learn how to relax, sleep better and move with greater ease. Prevent injury and pain by becoming more attuned to your body. Become stronger and more flexible. No yoga mat is needed. This class does not get on the floor and is chair based. The chairs provide support. Mondays and Wednesdays 10:45am-11:45am Begins September 6, Please RSVP

Alzheimer and Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group This month the Brunswick Center at Supply has teamed up with Universal on Sept. 14th at 2pm to discuss ways to engage in activities that promote self care for caregivers. Join the group to learn about educational, emotional, and social supports for loved ones caring for dementia patients. Meetings are held at Universal-Brunswick on the 2nd Thursday of every month. 1070 Old Ocean Hwy, Bolivia

Beginner Yoga Beginner Yoga with Ella Hill, E-RYT Calm your body, mind and spirit through meditation, simple postures and deep breathing. Learn how to relax, sleep better and move with greater ease. Become stronger and more flexible. No yoga mat is needed. This class does not get on the floor and is chair based. The chairs provide support. Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30am-10:30am Begins September 6, Please RSVP

The Brunswick Center at Supply 101 Stone Chimney Rd. SE Supply, NC 28462

Susan Whitley, Center Director Lindsey McClelland, Assistant Director

Phone 910-754-7604

Coffee w/ Friends Daily 8:30am Come socialize Coffee for a donation

Geri-FitÂŽ is an evidence based strength training exercise program for older adults. During this 45-minute class, you'll improve strength, balance, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:15pm-4pm

Monday-Friday

Adult Coloring Thursdays at 10am Stress Relief! Give it a try!

Volunteers Needed! Class Instructors, Receptionists & More! Complete an application online at www.bsrinc.org

Center Closed September 4th for Labor Day

Silver Samurai Fridays at 1pm Join Us!

Tai Chi for Fitness This class is slow moving and is ideal for anyone to stay fit. Most movements are done in the chair. Mondays at 11:15am & Fridays at 11am Just show up!

Oil Painting Fridays at 9:30am Wish to learn to paint with oils? Please join us!

Activity hours vary

Lunch Served at Noon

Paper Crafting Techniques Starts Sept. 12! Learn to Quill, iris fold, and make beautiful cards, RSVP! Materials Fee applies

Tai Chi/Qigong Mondays at Noon Drop by!

Office Hours: 8am-4pm,

Movie! Weekly, Wednesdays at 12:45pm Popcorn & Drink, $2 Movie TBD, depends on Redbox, bring your chair!

Brain Fitness! Tuesdays at 10am Crosswords, Word Searches, Suduko

Drop In Activities Monday-Friday 8am-4pm Games, Cards, Puzzles and more! Just drop by

Crochet & Knit Group Mondays at 10am Bring your project and join the fun!

Mark your calendars NOW! Sept. 30-Casino Night, Time 6pm-10pm, at Supply. Reserve your tickets NOW online! Oct. 7-Crafters Bazaar, 9am-3pm at Southport Oct. 13-Seniors Helping Seniors, Time TBA, at Supply Visit us online at www.bsrinc.org/events

Town Creek Senior Site Town Creek Senior Site Bldg. 6420 Ocean Hwy Winnabow, NC

Mike Blandinno Site Manager Call 910—754—2300

Operating Hours: 10:00am-2:00pm Tuesdays & Thursdays Lunch Served at 12 PM Outdoor Park Daily Activities (Weather Permitting)       

Tennis for Seniors Soccer for Seniors Park Exercise Equipment Walking Trail Shuffle Board Bocce Ball Horse Shoes

Activity Calendar September 2017 Subject to change

Tuesday 5 10:00am 11:15am 11:45am 12:00pm 12:30pm Games 12 10:00am 11:15am 11:45am 12:00pm 12:30pm nts 19 10:00am 11:15am 11:45am 12:00pm 12:30pm 26 10:00am 11:15am 11:45am 12:00pm 12:30pm nts

Thursday

Coffee & Games YOGA Class Announcements Lunch Games12:45pm

7 10:00am Coffee & Games 11:15am YOGA Class 11:45am Announcements 12:00am Lunch 12:30pm Rummikub

Coffee & Games YOGA Class Announcements Lunch Games

14 10:00am 11:15am 11:45am 12:00pm 12:30pm

Coffee & Games YOGA Class Announcements Lunch Games

21 10:00am Coffee & Games 11:15am YOGA Class 11:45am Announcements 12:00pm Lunch 12:45pm Rummikub

Coffee & Games YOGA Class Announcements Lunch Games

28 10:00am 10:00am 11:15am 11:45am 12:00pm 12:45pm

Coffee & Games YOGA Class Announcements Lunch Cornhole Tournament

Coffee & Games Painting with Paul Yoga class Announcements Lunch Rummikub

National Senior Center Month

What’s for Lunch? Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. Provides Nutritionally Balanced Meals for Seniors *Menus subject to change*

Summer

Monday 4 BSRI CLOSED

Tuesday 5 Stuffed Pepper Casserole Green Beans Tropical Fruit Rice Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

Wednesday 6 Cheese Lasagna Spinach Apples Lasagna Noodles Oatmeal Cookie Milk 2%

Thursday 7 Meatloaf w/ Brown Gravy Green Peas Pears Mashed Potatoes Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

Friday 8 Roasted Chicken Thigh w/Garlic Herb Gravy Broccoli Strawberry Applesauce Yams Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

11 Kielbasa Sausage Cabbage Steamed Peaches White Rice Soft Roll Mustard Packet Milk 2%

12 Sloppy Joe Baked Beans Orange Tater Tot Casserole 4” Bun Milk 2%

13 Chicken Breast in Mushroom Gravy Dill Carrots Pears Wild Rice Oatmeal Cookie Milk 2%

14 Southern Style Pork BBQ Cole Slaw Brown Sugar Apples Potatoes Au Gratin 4” Bun Milk 2%

15 Country Style Steak Green Beans Pears White Rice Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

18 Baked Ziti Green Beans Pineapple Tidbits Penne Noodles Bread Stick Milk 2%

19 BBQ Chicken Thigh Collard Greens Orange Macaroni and Cheese Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

20 Beef Stroganoff Peas Pears Egg Noodles Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

22 Chicken Piccata Peas and Carrots Tropical Fruit Cup Egg Noodles Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

25 BBQ Beef Meatballs California Veg Mix Tropical Fruit Mac N Cheese Soft Roll Milk 2%

26 Chicken Pot Pie Broccoli Brown Sugar Apples Oatmeal Cookie Biscuit Milk 2%

27 Sliced Ham Collard Greens Applesauce Mashed Potatoes Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

21 Beef Hot Dog Cole Slaw Fresh Apple Hot Dog Bun Tater Tot Casserole Chocolate Chip Cookie Mustard/ Ketchup Packet Milk 2% 28 Hamburger Steak W/ Brown Gravy Okra and Tomatoes Apples White Rice Soft Roll Margarine Oil Milk 2%

29 Chicken Salad Potato Salad Peaches Wheat Bread Chocolate Chip Cookie Milk 2%

Obituaries Mary Faye Connelly Aylor, 76, of Southport, died Friday, July 14, 2017 at home.

Lueanna M. Lewis, age 94, of Bolivia, died Sunday, July 23, 2017.

Eva Dale Bland, 66, of Shallotte, died Sunday, July 16, 2017 at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center in Supply, NC.

Catherine A. Melvin, 73, of Charlotte & Oak Island died Saturday, July 22, 2017, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice.

Rev. Jesse L. Davis, 82, of Winnabow, died Sunday, July 30, 2017. Richard David Eisenman, died Sunday, July 16, 2017 at home. Jessie Falvey, 89, of Carolina Shores, died Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Maria Rose Forte, 88, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at home. Eddie Vick Garner, Jr., 74, of Boiling Spring Lakes died Friday, July 28, 2017 at home. Susie Ann Gray, 75, of Shallotte, died Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington. Percell McArthur Gregory, Sr., 75, of Calabash, died Thursday, July 13, 2017 at home. James Lee Hawver, 75, of Shallotte, died Friday, July 21, 2017 at Cape Fear Hospice Care Center. Richard â€œDickâ€? Allison Herrett, 84, of St. James, died Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at home. Geraldine Ann Hewett, 58, of Oak Island, died Wednesday, July 26, 2017, at Wilmington Health and Rehabilitation Center. Lonnie Hubert Holley, 92, of Southport, died Thursday, July 27, 2017. Pamela Godwin Kearney, 70, of Winnabow, died Wednesday, August 09, 2017 at Brunswick Cove Living Center. Bill Allen Kellner, of Leland, died Friday, July 28, 2017 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Center in Bolivia.

Fritz Claudious Mintz, 86, of Shallotte, died Saturday, July 29, 2017. Arlene R. Norris, 88, died Friday, August 04, 2017. George W. Reeves, Jr., 78, of Supply, died Monday, July 31, 2017. Sandra Diane Ross. 74, of Supply, died Saturday, July 22, 2017 in the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Brunswick House, Bolivia. Durward V. Thomason, 72, of Sunset Beach, died Friday, July 21, 2017. Randall Darwin Wrigley, 74, of Supply, died Monday, August 7, 2017.

What Happens in Supply... By Debra Marlowe Organizational Development Coordinator Enthusiasts of horse racing, blackjack, roulette, craps and poker needn't travel far to indulge in their pastime. They can do it right in Brunswick County — and for a good cause — from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30. Brunswick Senior Resources Inc. (BSRI), Brunswick Family Assistance (BFA) and the Ocean Ridge Charities Association, Inc. (ORCA) are teaming up to present a second annual Casino Night for Charity. The evening event will benefit Brunswick County charities. Casino Night is fun for are casino regulars or first-time players – anyone can learn to play blackjack or roulette in minutes. Because the games are played for bogus money, the only risk is having too much fun.

Players will get a little flavor of Las Vegas while making a good bet for a good cause.

―This is a very worthwhile event in which people can support local nonprofit community charities while coming out for a night of fun," said Mike Gildea, president and founder of ORCA. ―Our goal is to exceed the almost $7,500 we raised for Brunswick County charities from the 2016 event.‖ The games of chance will take place at the Brunswick Center at Supply, 101 Stone Chimney Place. Debra Marlowe, Organizational Development Coordinator for BSRI, said, ―This venue is larger than last year’s and will allow for more participation and elbow room to throw the dice!‖ Players try their luck at the 2016 Casino Night for Charity. This year’s event is at 6 p.m. Sept. 30, 2017, at the new Brunswick Center at Supply.

Back by popular demand is the award-winning caterer Ryan Gibbs with his menu of heavy hors d’oeuvres featuring Ahi Tuna, Blackened Shrimp, and Braised Southern Pork. Unlike Vegas, no real money is won. Each $50 admission ticket buys $10,000 in ―fun money‖ to use at the gaming tables. Players can win prizes by exchanging their casino winnings/chips for raffle tickets. This year, some outstanding grand prizes include a big screen TV, a Johnnie Walker all-colors whiskey package, and many more exciting prizes. The event also offers sponsorships, and sponsors are acknowledged throughout the casino. Sponsorships opportunities are still available, so if you wish to be a part of this charitable fundraiser, please call Debra Marlowe at BSRI (910-754-2300). Buy your tickets at the Brunswick Center at Shallotte, or the Brunswick Center at Supply, or purchase tickets online at www.bsrinc.org/events.html.