The Coastal Buzz Spring 2023

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THE MAGAZINE OF COASTAL CAROLINA ACTIVE LIVING

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CONTENTS Buzz Contributors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 BSRI Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9, 32 STHL Delegate Kathryn Lawler. . . . . . 10 Pet Food Pantry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 In the Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Marilyn Gore, Quilt Expert . . . . . . . . . 14 Puzzles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Read All About It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Senior Games Ambassadors . . . . . . . 19 Best Bites: Cooking for One . . . . . . . . 20 SHIIP: New to Medicare? . . . . . . . . . . 22 What’s for Lunch? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Aging Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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SENIOR SITE CALENDARS Boiling Spring Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Calabash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oak Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shallotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Southport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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19 7 BRUNSWICK SENIOR RESOURCES VISION

To be the cornerstone that best understands and supports the emotional, physical, and social needs of adults 50 and over.

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CONTRIBUTORS ABOUT THE COVER

Donna Ruth Morgan is a book lover who supports better libraries for better communities. She volunteers with area library organizations and enjoys sharing her passion for reading with family and friends. See page 18 for Donna’s favorite books for February reading.

Pat Naughton and his family moved from Richmond, Va. to Winding River Plantation in Brunswick County in 2017 after Pat retired as a mechanical engineer at a nuclear power plant. He has been an avid gardener for 35 years and is a Brunswick County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer. On page 13, Pat dives into hydroponic gardening.

Wendy Kaplar is a freelance writer, researcher, and advocate for the preservation of Carolina wildlife. She recently placed among the top columnists in The Albuquerque Journal 2022 Reader’s Choice awards. Local history comes naturally to Wendy, as her family is from eastern North and South Carolina. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Bob, and their rescue dog, Rosie. Wendy introduces us to Family Sciences expert Marilyn Gore on page 14.

Photo by Charlene Mills Marilyn Gore enjoys choosing fabric in the quilt store. Gore’s career in Family and Consumer Sciences fed her love of fabric and led to an interest in quilts as part of African American history. Marilyn’s daughter, Charlene Mills, caught her mother’s pleased expression while shopping.

After retiring from leadership roles in engineering and IT at a major confectionary manufacturer, Beth Klahre relocated to Southport with her husband Jeff and their dog, Betsy. Beth has been enjoying reading on the beach, learning to play the harp, and writing human-interest stories. She is a volunteer board member of the Friends of the Library of Oak Island and Southport.

On page 10, Beth interviews Senior Tar Heel Legislature delegate Kathryn Lawler.

Joan Leotta has been playing with words on page and stage since her childhood in Pittsburgh. Her poetry and essays appear in many publications. Her four historical fiction novels feature strong women in times of U.S. wars, and her newest poetry chapbook, Feathers on Stone, was recently released.

Joan investiagates cooking for one on page 20 and introduces Senior Games Ambassadors on page 19.

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THE COASTAL BUZZ Editor Shelagh Clancy buzz@bsrinc.org (910) 622-1036 Contributing Writers Wendy Kaplar, Beth Klahre, Joan Leotta, Mike McGurn, Donna Ruth Morgan, Pat Naughton, Casey Poplaski, René Tarquinio Contributing Photographers Tonya Barnes, Melissa Catlett, Sarah Goodwin, Jillian Hardin, Joan Leotta, Mike McGurn, Pat Naughton, Melissa Starr Advertising Sales (910) 754-2300 Anita Langin alangin@bsrinc.org Shelagh Clancy buzz@bsrinc.org © 2022 Brunswick Senior Resources Inc. All rights reserved

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BRUNSWICK SENIOR RESOURCES, INC. 3620 Express Dr., P.O. Box 2470, Shallotte, NC 28459 www.bsrinc.org (910) 754-2300 Fax 910-754-9269 | Office Hours 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

BSRI Administration Staff

BSRI Center/Site Staff

Jim Fish, President & CEO Yvette Gosline, Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Sherman, Chief Compliance Officer Melody Stephens, Director of Operations Lindsay Cooley, Chief Financial Officer Debra Marlowe, Organizational Development Coordinator Jodi Lower, Volunteer Coordinator Anita Langin, Accounting Technician Derissa Gore, Aging Resources Officer Mike McGurn, Manager of Thrift Store Operations Chauvet “Mel” Jackson, Operations Technician Justin Benoy, Project Technician Susan West, Senior Housing Coordinator Tammie Mullis, Food Dervice Manager

Victoria Hine, Shallotte Mary Green, Boiling Spring Lakes Holley Joyce, Calabash Heather Puglisi, Calabash René Tarquinio, Calabash Pamela Faria, Calabash Carol Schotter, Calabash Sharon Klouser, Calabash Kate Livers, Nutrition Services Technician Veronica Lett-McGee, Leland Brttany Steinkamp, Leland Marilou Smith, Leland Sandy Porcaro, Leland Caroline McLeod, Leland Janyce Jones, Leland Pat Green, Leland Sharon Shull, Leland Kendra Stokes, Leland

Jillian Hardin, Shallotte Tonya Barnes, Shallotte Laura Collins, Shallotte Brenda Ambrose, Shallotte Teresa Muchler-Nogi, Shallotte Grace Consoli, Shallotte Nikki Hanna, Shallotte Quinton McCallum, Shallotte Melissa Catlett, Southport Jackie Knott, Southport Beverly Bridgers, Southport Vaughn Hatley, Southport Dean Francisco, Southport Casey Poplaski, Southport Lora Britanik, Southport Amber Ramsey, Southport Melissa Starr, Supply Leslie Dowling, Supply Gloria Pieczarka, Supply Tikila Morgan, Supply Emma-Lou Edwards, Supply

Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the state.

BSRI STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH Brenda Ambrose Administrative Assistant, The Brunswick Center at Shallotte “I am so grateful for Brenda,” says Center Director Jillian Hardin. “She manages the front desk, registers new participants, promotes our events, and helps with everything. She loves our participants.

Brenda grew up in Kansas, where her first car was a 1958 Chevy. For her first job she worked concessions at Fox Theatre. After she got out of school, she joined Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.

“Brenda has served at the Shallotte Center for more than six years, while the rest of the team is new to the center. When I need someone to talk out ideas or issues, Brenda is always willing to listen and share. I honestly don’t know what we would do without her.”

“I joined Brunswick Senior Resources as a participant, then started volunteering,” Brenda says. “After three and a half years volunteering, I was employed.”

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Brenda is the proud mother of a beautiful daughter and grandmother to three

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wonderful children.

Shallotte Assistant Director Tonya Barnes feels that Brenda deserves the best recognition. “She goes above and beyond for our seniors and our staff,” Tonya says. “She’s simply amazing!”

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BSRI NEWS

SHOP BSRI

THRIFT STORES TAR HEEL TELLERS TO APPEAR AT RICE FESTIVAL

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our BSRI thrift stores for the best selection!

Two locations:

10001 Beach Dr. Calabash 5302 Main Street Shallotte

DONATE

your extra items to help senior programs and services in Brunswick County!

For free pickup, call (910) 712-6458

VOLUNTEER

at our thrift stores— it’s fun!

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he North Carolina Rice Festival is March 2 to 4, with a March 4 indoor and outdoor festival at Brunswicktown/Fort Anderson Historic Site, 8884 St. Philip’s Road SE, Winnabow.

On March 4, don’t miss storytelling with the Tar Heel Tellers, Marva Moss and the Buzz’s own Joan Leotta. The storytelling begins at 11 a.m.

For more information, go to www.north carolinaricefestival.org or contact north carolinaricefestival@ gmail.com.

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Joan Leotta

Marva Moss

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BSRI NEWS

Cash Bingo on Tuesdays at Shallotte Come play cash bingo with us on Tuesdays. All ages are welcome, 18+!

Listen for the lucky letters 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, starting March 1 (this is a change in time). It all happens at The Brunswick Center at Shallotte, 2nd floor.

The minimum cost to play all games is only $10. Big payouts! Progressive games are coming soon.

Call 910-754-5097 to sign up. The first 20 to call confirming attendance will receive two free special game cards for Games 6 and 11!

Village to Village Helps Seniors Age in Place

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early 90 percent of older adults want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.

And the Village to Village Network is helping.

This membership-based organization brings Villages together to share best practices for helping older adults live independent, healthy, purposeful lives with connections to their communities. Village to Village provides expert guidance, resources, and support to help communities establish and maintain thriving Villages.

BSRI is starting a Village to Village program, and we’re looking for neighborhoods in the Leland area that would like to team up with us.

We plan to use Network resources to assist the community in starting up the program.

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The program will help seniors in their neighborhoods with small tasks around the house, driving to appointments, walking a pet, and more.

If you think your neighborhood would like to team up with us, please reach out to Jodi Lower at 910-880-2777.

Learn more about the Village to Village Network at www.vtvnetwork.org.

FRAUD/SCAM/SHRED-A-THON April 20, 10 a.m. till noon Seaside United Methodist Church, Sunset Beach Seating is limited, so RSVP to 910-754-7427 or 910-754-2300.

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BSRI THRIFT STORES

Senior Wednesdays and Thrift Trivia Thursdays

Are a Big Hit at BSRI Thrift Stores!

By Mike McGurn Thrift Store Operations Manager

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ednesdays and Thursdays have become all the rage at BSRI Thrift Stores in Calabash and Shallotte. And for good reason!

Those days provide opportunities for customers to save 20% on all regular priced items.

But it wasn’t always that way.

Originally, these two promotions offered savings of 10%, but as the pandemic wore on and people needed a boost to lift their spirits, we decided to increase the savings to 20% at the beginning of 2022.

Slowly but surely, people began to catch on and take advantage of these big savings on a weekly basis and now these two days have become very popular. We see lots of regular Wednesday and Thursday shoppers every week, many of whom we consider to be a part of our extended Thrift Store family.

Thrift Trivia Take, for example, Mary and Casey Roberts, pictured with Mary’s mom Rhonda Wright and Assistant Thrift Store Operations Manager Robert Goodman.

Rhonda, Mary, and Casey are Thursday regulars at both stores and love to play our Thrift Trivia promotion and save 20% on their purchases.

Here’s how it works: First you

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From left are Casey Roberts, Rhonda Wright, Mary Roberts, and Assistant Thrift Store Operations Manager Robert Goodman. Rhonda, Mary, and Casey are Thursday regulars at both the Calabash and Shallotte BSRI Thrift Stores and love to play our Thrift Trivia promotion and save 20% on their purchases.

provide the answer to our Thrift Trivia question of the week, which is posted on signs in the stores on Thursdays and on the “News” page of our website (https://bsrincthrift. org/) earlier in the week. Then you go to our Online Store (the “Shop” page of our website) and look up the item marked “Manager’s Special of the Week.” Give these two answers to the cashier at checkout and get 20% off all regular priced items that you buy. How sweet is that!

We’ve had a lot of fun with the trivia questions and try to mix up the subject matter to keep it interesting. Here are a few samples

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of recent questions: What 2 states with 6 letters in their name share a common border? What is the nickname of the lighthouse on Bald Head Island? And, What famous archeological discovery was made 100 years ago on November 26, 1922? (See next page for answers).

Senior Wednesdays Senior Wednesdays have been growing in popularity too. All you have to do is show up and shop, with one little catch, of course: You have to be 60 years young or older.

That’s all it takes to save 20% every Wednesday on all regular priced items that you buy.

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BSRI NEWS

Volunteer for a Night of Fun DO YOU VOLUNTEER with BSRI and Coastal Carolina Active Living? Please sign up for our Volunteer Appreciation Night.

There will be a DJ, food, and prizes! The fun is scheduled for 4 to 7 p.m. April 28 at the Brunswick Center at Supply.

Be on the lookout for more information. RSVP to Volunteer Coordinator Jodi Lower at jlower@bsrinc.org.

Medication Access Program

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re you uninsured, underinsured, insured, or facing financial hardship?

There are over 300 programs that offer medications at no cost shipped to your home or physician’s office. Local foundations and local organizations can help. And there are discounted programs such as pharmacy discounts, websites, and wholesale companies, and more!

Contact Marilou Smith at 910-754-6559 or msmith@bsrinc.org.

We hope that if you haven’t taken advantage of these promotions yet, that you will stop by our stores soon and do so. And, oh yeah, while you’re there, sign up for our monthly email newsletter on the clipboard at the register. This is another way to save 20% on your purchases on other days of the week. The email newsletter has a coupon good for 20% off your

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purchase once a month at each store!

Spring Changeovers Don’t forget our upcoming Spring Changeovers which take place on Monday, March 13 in Calabash and Monday, March 20 in Shallotte. There will be big sales of winter clothing leading up to these inventory changeovers

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and an awesome inventory of our best spring and summer clothing thereafter.

Our thrift stores need your help! Anyone interested in volunteering at either our Calabash or Shallotte store, please call Mike at 910-712-6458.

Trivia answers: 1. Nevada and Oregon; 2. Old Baldy; 3. The discovery of King Tut’s tomb

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A Senior for All Seniors

By Beth A. Klahre

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n March 2022, the North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature (STHL) inducted Kathryn Lawler as delegate for Brunswick County. The STHL advises the North Carolina General Assembly on issues of importance to seniors. Lawler has an unbridled passion for making a difference in the lives of seniors. Why?

“Because I am one,” Lawler says. “This coming of ageism, when you experience it yourself, makes you look at aging from a different point of view. I want to make as much of a productive contribution as I can for as long as I can.”

Lawler recalls seeing an ad posted at one of the senior centers for the open delegate position. “I was interviewed by Cape Fear Area on Aging.

NC SENIOR TAR HEEL LEGISLATURE 2023-24 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES The North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature recommends these priorities to the North Carolina General Assembly. These recommendations totaling $18.75M will provide supportive services and protection for the state’s 2.4 million older adults. Visit www.ncseniorlegislature.org for more information.

Data provided by the NCDHHS Division of Aging and Adult Services.

#1 Allocate an additional $8M in recurring funds for Adult Protective Services (APS) to address staff shortages.

In SFY 21, APS received 32,075 reports, compared to 14,001 reports in SFY 2005-2006, an increase of 129% in 17 years.

#2 Increase the Senior Center General Purpose Appropriation by $1,265,316 in Recurring Funds.

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$1,265,316, which is not meeting the demands of a growing population.

#3 Allocate an additional $8M in recurring funds for the Home and Community Care Block Grant.

The Home and Community Care Block Grant is the primary funding source for programs that support people 60 and older.

The current state appropriation is $36.9M.

#4 Allocate an additional $1.5M in recurring funds for 11 Additional

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Long-Term Care Ombudsmen.

Ombudsmen serve as advocates for residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, providing protections for vulnerable elders. The current state appropriation for this program is $918.8K.

#5 Strengthen Long-Term Care Staffing Standards.

In nursing homes, NC mandates minimum staffing standards for RNs and LPNs. For CNAs, there are no staffing standards, resulting in a strong likelihood of substandard care of frail elders.

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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH My experience in geriatric care and my political background helped me acquire the position,” she says.

Originally from New York, Lawler is deep-rooted in Brunswick County culture after living here for the past 23 years.

A Lifelong Learner Lawler is a self-proclaimed lifelong learner. She has four degrees in addition to her registered nurse diploma: bachelor and master of science in nursing, master of arts in human development, and doctorate in psychology. Lawler’s career includes clinical nursing, bedside and supervisory specialty cardiac care, nursing education and administration, and a hospital vice presidency. Lawler ran a marketing business with her husband, had a private counseling practice, worked as a stress management program coordinator and eventually found her way into leadership training.

“I was always doing three or four things at the same time,” Lawler says. “When I was laid off from Coastal Carolina Community College in Jacksonville, North Carolina, I obtained my real estate license while maintaining my private practice in hypnosis for smoking, stress, pain, and phobias. I went into private homes and facilities to provide long term care insurance benefits. I delivered specialized training in dementia.”

The Coming of COVID-19 Lawler loved focusing on geriatric issues until COVID restricted her access to facilities and forced her retirement after 58 years. “I gave up my nursing license, but not my nursing career,” she notes. She retired from real estate in 2023.

Lawler lives by her personal mission statement, first written after reading Steven Covey’s highly popular book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. She says, “I have continued to follow my mission statement my entire life: I am a lifelong seeker and sharer of wisdom and knowledge. I seek opportunities to learn, communicate and educate.”

Kathryn Lawler serves as the Brunswick County delegate to the North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature (STHL).

The STHL advises the North Carolina General Assembly on issues of importance to seniors. See the facing page for this year’s priorities.

informing both the public on what is available for seniors and legislatures on senior needs. “I have learned that good communication, not waiting for someone else to take action, and diplomacy are the keys to influencing others. Influence, not shove, through knowledge with understanding,” Lawler advises.

Seniors Need Transport and Housing In addition to the five 2023-2024 STHL-approved priorities, Lawler says there are two other main concerns of North Carolinians aged 60+: lack of

Lawler is doing just that through her delegate role,

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BSRI OPENS NEW PET FOOD BANK

By Casey Poplaski Aging Resources Specialist

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adequate transportation and affordable housing.

“Working in real estate emphasized to me the size of Brunswick County, yet access to public transportation is lacking,” she said.

“Driving can become almost hazardous for some seniors. Transportation to a doctor or a senior center for much-needed socialization or to the grocery store forces reliance on friends and neighbors,” she explains.

Lawler is aware of the housing situation from personal experience. “My husband and I have moved for the third time in two years to find affordable housing as we age. It gets harder to maintain a home as you get older.

Even getting on a ladder to change a light bulb or finding people to hire is difficult,” Lawler says.

According to Lawler, there are other issues facing seniors, including health care. “Ten years ago there were no geriatric specialists in the county and physicians didn’t want to take on patients with Medicare. There are still not enough geriatric specialists today.”

On the positive side, views of health care have changed, Lawler says. Dementia, for example, is now a recognized medical diagnosis.

Lawler notes that the Cape Fear Area Agency on Aging is fully supportive of the STHL priorities and the work by these individuals is phenomenal. She will be making speaking rounds to Brunswick County senior centers.

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hanks to generous donations from Heidi’s Hope for Homeless Animals, a local non-profit organization, Brunswick Senior Resources is now providing pet food to Brunswick County seniors in need.

As America struggles through the post-pandemic recession, older adults are being hit hard. Climbing prices make the finances of people on fixed incomes increasingly precarious. This increase in daily living expenses forces seniors to find ways to cut back wherever they can, and that often means cutting back on their food bill. Many will go hungry before they let their pet go hungry.

Food for Fido BSRI Aging Resource Specialist Sandy Porcaro was afraid seniors would find themselves sharing what food they have with their pets, or cutting their food bill to an unsafe extreme so they can continue to buy pet food. So Porcaro teamed up with Heidi’s Hope to open the Pet Food Pantry at all BSRI locations throughout the county.

“Each month one of our awesome BSRI volunteers picks up pet supplies from Heidi’s distribution site and transports the supplies back to the Leland Senior Center,” Porcaro says. “Another volunteer organizes, boxes up, labels, and distributes the supplies to food pantry participants. We hope this pet food allows extra money to remain in the senior’s pocket for necessities.”

To Help or To Get Help To inquire about the BSRI Food Pantry, contact BSRI at 910-754-2300. If you would like to make a donation to Heidi’s Hope for Homeless Animals Pet Food Bank, go to heidishopeforhomelessanimals.com, or call Wilmington Woof Gang Bakery at 910-256-5557 to arrange for donation drop offs. Carriers, collars, crates, litter, litter boxes, leashes, treats and toys are also needed.

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IN THE GARDEN

NO SOIL—NO PROBLEM

By Pat Naughton

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ardening can be labor intensive, lugging bags of soil and weeding. Growing tomatoes in 5-gallon buckets works but is an eyesore to your landscape.

Hydroponics is a great alternative to traditional gardening. It works by providing a nutrient-rich water directly to the roots. Hydroponic systems that circulate water or sprays can be expensive. Here are a couple of passive methods that work just as well.

Homegrown Hydroponics Method 1: Start with a two-liter soda bottle and cut it in half. Then take an old sock or rag and stuff it in the top of the bottle to wick the solution. Fill the top portion of the bottle with equal parts of sphagnum moss and perlite.

Water the medium with a cup of water and then sprinkle seeds on to the mixture. Fill the bottom inch of the bottle with nutrient-rich solution. Finally, place the place the inverted bottle top and sock in bottom of the half of the bottle.

Method 2: Another method uses rock wool, also known as stone wool, as the medium.

Rock wool is spun from molten stone. It has a consistency of fiberglass insulation, making it easy to cut with scissors. When it is saturated, it has 20% air space, making it a great medium for hydroponics. Rock wool can be ordered online.

The rock wool is placed in the top of a bottle in contact with a wicking rag. To reduce algae, paint the bottle black. Run a piece of tape along the length of the bottle which can be peeled off after painting. This way you will be able to see the water level.

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I put the bottle on a dowel and use chalk spray paint and then label the bottles with bright chalk markers (see above). Sprinkle seeds on to the rock wool and stuff the rock wool and wicking strip into the top of the bottle. You will need a funnel to fill the bottles.

Place the bottles in a warm place. Once the seeds sprout, move them close to a window or outdoors when it warms up. Don’t use a water-soluble fertilizer intended for soils. There are many sources for hydroponics fertilizer online. It is a good practice to clean out the bottle and refill with fresh nutrient solution every month to avoid nutrient imbalances in the solution.

The Best of Hydroponics Hydroponics can be used to grow large plants like potatoes and potatoes. These bottle methods are ideal for herbs and leafy vegetables. These plants have shallow root systems and grow fast. Here are a few of the benefits of hydroponics: •

Since plants can be grown indoors, they require less pesticides and herbicides.

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Plants can be grown year-round.

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There is no weeding or digging.

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Passing the Torch for Family Sciences

By Wendy Kaplar

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arilyn Gore’s infectious smile sparkles as she speaks about the artistry of quilting, confirming her deep affection for the craft. Gore’s first connection to sewing was formed under the guidance of her mother’s hands while growing up on their

tobacco farm in Bolivia. Using animal feed croker sacks made of coarse burlap, Gore’s mother, Mattie Pearl, taught her how to stitch twines of tobacco to sew handmade rugs for the floor.

“Once the tobacco twine was washed and softened up, they were beautiful rugs,” Gore recalls. She is unsure where her mother got the

idea for the rugs; she has never seen them since. Mattie Pearl hand-quilted Gore’s first quilt and taught her how to embroider pillowcases and crochet.

“Living on a farm 70 years ago, it was a way to pass the time. There was not so much to do,” Gore says.

Learning to Sew Since the age of 14, Gore has used the art of sewing as self-expression. At that time, girls were automatically enrolled in home economics. Ms. Lizzie May Mitchell of Brunswick County Training School was Gore’s home economics teacher. Until 1950, Brunswick County Training School was the only African American school in Brunswick County that went above the eighth grade.

During her time in Ms. Mitchell’s class, Gore developed and honed her sewing technique. Under Ms. Mitchell’s direction, young Gore constructed a stylish suit with an orange jacket (Gore’s favorite color) and matching culottes; from the left-over scraps, she also made her first quilt.

This crazy quilt by Marilyn Gore is titled “Africa in Gold.”Gore conducts presentations to quilting guilds across North Carolina, demonstrating her distinctive scrap quilting technique and emphasizing the history of African American quilting. Photos contributed

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From there, Gore earned a B.S. in Family Consumer Sciences with a concentration in clothing and textiles and a minor in art from Bennett College. Upon graduating from Bennett, Gore returned home to Bolivia to seek employment in Brunswick County, but jobs

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were scarce. Gore decided to attend graduate school at Howard University. After earning her M.S., Gore then established a 31-year career as a family and consumer science agent with North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

Passing the Home-Ec Torch Toward the end of her career, there was a running joke between Gore and her daughter, Renee. Renee regularly asked her mother when she planned to retire, to which Gore would playfully respond, “When you give me grandchildren!” The day came when Renee announced she was expecting, initiating the submission of Gore’s formal resignation in February of 2007.

Later, a casual conversation with that same eldest grandchild was the catalyst for Gore’s continuing advocacy of the consumer sciences.

“As I was chatting with my oldest grandson, Garrison, about his future career plans, he asked me about what I did in my career. I told him that I was a Home Economics

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Top left: An angel pieced from fabric scraps.

Above: Marilyn Gore cuts fabric that will become a quilt.

Below: Gore sews cosmetic bags for women in the Off the Streets program.

(now called Family and Consumer Sciences) major, where I learned how to cook, sew, take care of a family, money management, and much more. In his wisdom, Garrison stated that young people need to learn these skills. And I totally agree!” Gore says.

Right before she retired, Gore met Shaaron Funderburk, CEO and founder of the Off the Streets program, Inc. Funderburk asked Gore to assist the residents of the program, made up of women who have experienced the trauma of sexual abuse and as a result struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. Located in Gastonia, NC, the program offers women

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transitional housing, counseling, job readiness coaching, life skills training, and community support services. continued on page 17

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PUZZLES STATEPOINT CROSSWORD

VACATION DESTINATIONS ACROSS 1. Walt Whitman’s dooryard plant 6. Bag, à Paris 9. Sound of astonishment 13. Smell of baking bread, e.g.

14. Self-importance 15. Ma Bell, e.g.

16. List of Catholic saints 17. Bobbsey twin 18. Donor’s bequest 19. *Country to see Stonehenge 21. *Country to see Neuschwanstein Castle 23. Tokyo, in the olden days 24. Way off freeway 25. Gremlin or pixie 28. Assistant 30. Crunches alternative (2 words) 35. Mountain lake 37. Thailand, pre-1939 39. Parlor piece 40. *Maldives continent 41. Plaudit and pomp 43. Unadulterated 44. Child-eating daemon, Greek mythology 46. Red carpet purse 47. Pelvic bones 48. Gives way under force 50. Like acne-prone skin 52. Pose a question 53. Letter opener 55. Morse code dash 57. *Grand Canyon state 61. *Broadway state 65. Loaded 66. Marbled bread 68. Bad car 69. South Pacific sailboats 70. “____ Milk?”

71. Related on mother’s side 72. Unload on eBay 73. Gilligan’s home 74. Tap, e.g.

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DOWN 1. Spike, as in punch 2. Iraq’s neighbor 3. Like a maxi skirt 4. Soap plant 5. *One of two countries to see Niagara Falls 6. Mail a package 7. Agha, alt. sp.

8. Gloria Estefan’s hit 9. Disease-causing organism 10. One of algae 11. Diagnostic test 12. One-trick ungulate?

15. Sluggish 20. ____-canceling earbuds 22. Ambulance squad, acr.

24. RE/MAX agent, e.g.

25. *Amalfi Coast country 26. Kenyan tribesman 27. Amazon “club” 29. Vegas cube 31. Cone-shaped quarters 32. Throat dangler 33. *Mona Lisa city 34. Go stealthily 36. Nervous biting victim 38. *Haleakalã island 42. Accent mark 45. Software plug-ins 49. Barack Obama, prepres.

51. Wailed 54. Frustration, in a comic book 56. Laughing African predator 57. *Swiss or Italian skiing destination 58. Steak option 59. “White Wedding” Billy 60. Eagerness 61. Post-deductions amount 62. Yemen’s neighbor 63. College cadet program 64. ACL location 67. Uncle Sam wanted thisMexico 53. Measuring roll 54. “Happily ____ after” 55. Frugal driver’s acronym 58. Put together

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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH continued from page 15

Gore writes grants and sews cosmetics bags for the women so that they have a place to keep their personal toiletries. She was awarded the honor of North Carolina Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (NCAFCS) Professional of the Year in 2021, and is an advisor to the 4-H program and a member of the house advisory board.

Quilting Resources With a fond appreciation that home economics is more than stitching and stirring, Gore has created a website named “Stitching and Stirring” (stitchingandstirring. com), where novice-to-experienced quilters can contract to complete the embroidery or repair of quilts.

The site also features a gallery of Gore’s quilts and details their African American origins.

Above: Gore’s grandson Garrison puts into practice the belief that future generations need to learn consumer sciences as a smiling Graham looks on.

Left: Gore has fun at the fabric store.

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Gore conducts presentations to quilting guilds across North Carolina, demonstrating her distinctive scrap quilting technique and bringing awareness of the importance of preserving the history of African American quilting. She remains steadfast in her belief in the value of passing on consumer sciences to future generations.

have family and consumer sciences in most schools and colleges. Our children are not equipped with the skills needed to become self-supporting members of society.

As a single mother, I made certain my two girls had these skills. My instruction was to ensure they had an education, their own homes and cars, and meaningful jobs. Now, my daughter, Renee, and her husband, Byron, are teaching the same to my two grandsons.”

“It’s a shame that we no longer

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READ ALL ABOUT IT

February Finds at the Library

By Donna Ruth Morgan

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pen the cover of these new books to find compelling tales—some light, some more serious. All these books are available to read for free at Brunswick County libraries.

As an avid fan of Michelle Obama’s memoir Belonging, this reviewer found her 2022 selfhelp guide The Light We Carry a disappointment. A focus on her own circumstances speaks more to an exclusive group than a universal audience. The book is divided into three parts that move from touching to challenging to lamenting past wrongs. The personal anecdotes and photos captivate, but the overall mood of loss and sadness leaves a melancholy. Nutshell review: Rather than boosting hope, the “toolbox” of life advice seems clichéd.

Supari Gentilly’s The Woman in the Library (2022) is a nested story that cleverly unwinds a mystery where four strangers are linked by an unseen murder. The plot thickens as each character falls under suspicion. The author builds tension with chapter layouts

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alternating the fictional writer’s manuscript with letters from an enigmatic supporting protagonist.

Nutshell review: The finale is a letdown with more fizzle than explosive reveal.

Spare, released early in 2023, is Prince Harry’s chronicle of his life between two historical deaths— Princess Diana’s and Queen Elizabeth II’s.

The secondborn opens up about life as a royal, the devastation following his mother’s tragic death, and how her loss still affects him. Harry’s growing years, military service, marriage and parenthood, and navigating rifts with family members are all explored in depth. Nutshell review: If the intention to “turn my pain into purpose” meant baring his soul—mission accomplished, sir.

The Light Pirate (2022) is a speculative look at global warming’s impact on our world.

Lily Brooks-Dalton creates a nightmarish scenario with a

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slow-moving storyline that progresses from disaster to life in its aftermath. Four short segments chronicle a life from birth to death in a dystopian existence.

Nutshell review: A novel in the newish cli-fi (climate fiction) genre— sprinkled with magical realism—starts strong then slips under and drowns.

The End of Alzheimer’s (2017) is supported by recent followup publications expanding on Dale Bredesen, M.D.’s program and patients’ success stories.

Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease as a multifactorial metabolic disorder that is untreatable with monotherapy, the doctor suggests an integrative approach with many points of simultaneous intervention.

Nutshell review: Though somewhat unconventional, the Bredesen Protocol offers lifestyle and nutrition guidelines that may delay or reverse this pernicious syndrome.

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SENIOR GAMES AND SILVERARTS

Gator Games Ambassadors

Reel in Fun for Brunswick County

By Joan Leotta

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ord of mouth is one of the best ways to get the word out about anything,” says Khrystye Haselden, coordinator of the Brunswick County Gator Senior Games & SilverArts. These athletic games and literary and artistic (literary, visual, performing) arts are a wonderful way for seniors to stay physically, mentally, and creatively active. Seniors from all over North Carolina enter their county games, and first-place county winners in each category then compete at the state level.

To help Brunswick seniors discover this outlet for their talents

and to learn how to participate, the county uses Games Ambassadors.

Former game participants who want to encourage others to compete are nominated, selected, and trained in Raleigh. They share their Senior Games experience via talks at senior centers and other places; by helping distribute flyers; by assisting with publicity, media relations, and community awareness; and by helping with participant and volunteer recruitment at game events.

Introducing the Ambassadors At present, three former games participants serve as ambassadors in Brunswick County: Joyce

Lowrimore, Gary Mlynek, and Christine Ettl-Mlynek. Joyce has served for twelve years, and Christine and Gary have just finished their first year.

Chris and Gary, St James residents who moved to Brunswick County from St. Paul, Minnesota, in 2010, have been involved as participants since 2012. Gary started participating in 2012 in both Senior Games (table tennis: singles, and more) and in SilverArts (woodworking and sculpture). He has received three gold medals and two silver medals over the years. Chris began in the Gator Games in 2015 (fun walk and opening ceremony events) and now participates in cornhole. In 2022 Chris entered SilverArts in digital photography.

“SilverArts keeps your creative juices flowing,” Chris and Gary say.

“Both athletics and arts include discipline, dedication, and pride in one’s accomplishments. Our goal is always to promote the 5 F’s: Fun, Fitness, Family, Friends, Fellowship (and sometimes Food).”

Christine Ettl-Mlynek and Gary Mlynek have been involved as Senior Games and SilverArts participants since 2012. Now they’re serving as ambassadors to encourage others to participate. Photo contributed

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Joyce adds, “We do anything we can to help our local games coordinator, Khrystye Haseldon, spread the word about the games.” Joyce was a Gatorette cheerleader for eleven years but continued on page 21

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BEST BITES

Cooking for One Can Be Fun

By Joan Leotta

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hen it comes to dining as a single, cooking is not really the issue.

Recipes can be pared down with a small bit of math. But eating alone, especially if you have been used to eating with a partner, roommates, or an entire family, can be difficult.

I lived alone for many years and most of the time I enjoyed preparing and eating my solitary meals, often providing myself with literary company (a book, movie, or television show) and music.

solution for mind and body, you need planning and attitude.

Attitude: Be My Guest Treat yourself as your own guest.

Do not deny yourself the pleasure of your own company. Set the table nicely. Fold the napkins. Bring along the TV or a book. Why go to all of this trouble for one person?

Well, because your life, in the form of your basic nutrition, depends upon it.

Plan for It Eat a proper balance of protein,

vegetables, fruits, and grains. Yes, there will days when you will open the freezer, refrigerator, or pantry and simply munch on cheese and crackers or whatever lettuce is still alive in the veggie drawer, but planning can make a difference.

Think about your meals on a weekly timeline so you can control your budget and calories. Shop the store sales and plan the use of leftovers. It’s easy to make enough for two and put leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer. Find recipes in your own file or on the web or in library books.

To make cooking for one a healthy

Joan Leotta’s Chickpea and Carrot Curry Two servings—save half for tomorrow.

1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove of garlic, minced 2-3 chopped carrots 1 15-ounce can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed (I like the Bush Bean brand—a lower sodium variety, but just use less salt if you use the regular) 1-2 Tablespoons of ginger powder 1-2 Tablespoons of curry powder 1 teaspoon of cumin Salt and black pepper to taste 3-4 Tablespoons of olive oil One package of Naan bread (You can substitute pita or even regular bread) Sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and carrots in 3 Tablespoons of olive oil for about 2 minutes.

Add the drained chickpeas and the spices—curry powder, cumin, and ginger, and salt and black pepper to taste.

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If it looks dry, add a bit of water and another tablespoon of oil. Then cover and continue to sauté for 3 minutes, longer if you like the veggies softer.

Watch that there is enough liquid or oil in the pan to keep things from burning.

Serve with bread.

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Try a New Spice Old ingredients with new spices can make a simple dinner seem new. Make cooking fun by going outside of your spice comfort zone (my comfort zone is with Italian herbs). As I looked for something new made with ingredients I

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retired a couple of years ago.

She no longer participates in the games but continues to work as an ambassador.

The Role of an Ambassador All three enjoy the role of ambassador for the Gator Games and SilverArts and feel honored to represent Brunswick County Games

already liked, I discovered Chickpea Carrot Curry. I had to buy curry powder the first time I made it, but after that purchase, I looked for other recipes that would use the curry. Now it’s a staple on my shelf.

The recipe on the opposite page makes enough for two. It calls

in the county and at the state level.

“We also provide feedback and recommendations to help strengthen the program at the county and state levels,“ Gary says.

Chris notes, “We’re getting to know new people and welcome participants and the public to events. We see active adults participating in so many activities!

Creating marketing materials to encourage participation is also really fun.”

“There is so much talent in our senior population and so many seniors here have never heard about the games,” Joyce says. She really enjoys making presentations that explain this athletic and creative outlet. “Senior Games stress the importance of physical health and creativity ability, not only at the Senior Games, but all through the year.”

Register Now! Joyce Lowrimore has retired from participating in the Senior Gator Games but still serves as ambassador.

Photo contributed

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This year registration for the Brunswick County Games, both the athletic and SilverArts portions, runs from February 1-March 15.

So there is still time to select a

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for serving with naan bread— an Indian bread found in many supermarkets. But you can use pita if it’s cheaper, or even sandwich bread, to sop up the “sauce” created by the cooking vegetables. One of the best things about this recipe is how fast it cooks up!

category and enter. (Registration costs $15.)

Find a registration form at your senior center, or call the County Department of Recreation or download the form from the website at https://tinyurl.com/4sf9vwnc.

JOIN IN THE GAMES So, feeling like you would like to exercise your abilities and maybe even win recognition for it? Sign up for the Senior Games or SilverArts.

Registration is open until March 15. If you can’t find a form at your local senior center, call 910-253-2670 or register online at https://tinyurl. com/4sf9vwnc.

You can see the list of games and arts categories online at www.ncseniorgames.org/ brunswick.

Learn more about the Brunswick County Gator Senior Games & SilverArts: at https:// tinyurl.com/59v7h6sz.

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New To Medicare? What Do I Do?

By M.René Tarquinio, LBSW Senior Aging Resource Specialist

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t’s important for everyone becoming eligible for Medicare to get accurate information about coverage and delivery options, including supplemental health insurance, Medicare health plans, and prescription drug coverage. Attention to these issues will help you avoid serious and costly problems later.

65. If you have an Employer Group Health Plan (EGHP) that will continue to pay secondary after you become eligible for Medicare, study the benefits booklet to find out the cost and benefits of the plan. You will need to decide if you should keep your EGHP as secondary to Medicare or if you need to drop your EGHP and purchase a Medicare supplement or join a Medicare Advantage Plan.

If your EGHP has drug benefits, make sure they are as good as or better than Medicare Part D.

Several months before turning 65, you should begin to learn about Medicare and how it relates to your circumstances.

For example: •

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If you or your spouse have paid into the Social Security System for 10 or more years, you are eligible for premiumfree Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) at age 65. If you have paid in fewer than 10 years, you can buy Medicare Part A coverage. Everyone pays a premium for Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance).

If you have been on Medicare due to disability, you have a new six-month Open Enrollment Period for purchasing Medicare supplemental insurance when you turn 65.

Talk to your employer’s benefit officer and ask for any information about company health insurance after age

•

If you will not be covered by an EGHP plan that will pay secondary to Medicare, investigate other health insurance options, either an individual Medicare Supplement Policy or a Medicare Advantage Plan.

How to Enroll If you are already receiving Social Security benefits, Railroad Retirement benefits, or Federal Retiree benefits, your enrollment in Medicare is automatic. Your Medicare card should arrive in

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the mail shortly before your 65th birthday. Check the card when you receive it to verify that you are entitled to both Medicare Parts A and B. Initial Enrollment Period: You have a seven-month window in which to enroll in Medicare without incurring a penalty. If you are not eligible for Automatic Enrollment, contact the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213 or enroll online at www.socialsecurity.gov, or visit the nearest Social Security office to enroll in Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B. Medicare coverage starts based on when you sign up and which sign-up period you’re in: generally, when you turn 65. This is called your Initial Enrollment Period. It lasts for seven months, starting three months before you turn 65, and ending 3 months after the month you turn 65. The date your coverage starts depends on which month you sign up during your Initial Enrollment Period. Coverage always starts on the first of the month.

New this year: Part B (and Premium-Part A): Coverage starts based on the month you sign up.

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BSRI Nutrition Program: Noon to 1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday BSL Program Information: BSL.recdesk.com or contact Sara Goodwin at 910.363.0276 or sgoodwin@cityofbsl.org

Monday 10am Move & Groove 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm BSRI Lunch 12:30pm Senior Table Games

Tuesday 6:30pm Line Dancing

Wednesday

Lakes, NC 28461

Thursday

10am Move & Groove 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm BSRI Lunch 12:30pm Senior Table Games

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March 2023

friday 10am Move & Groove 11am Fit 4 Life 12pm BSRI Lunch 12:30pm Senior Table Games

May 2023

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Chicago the Musical: Wilson Center

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BSL FOUNDERS DAY: Spring Lake Park 10am-5pm

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Mothers Day

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Spa Day: Brunswick Community College

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Happy Easter

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Summer Concert Series: Parlay Spring Lake Park 6pm

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Trip to Nashville, TN 4/30-5/4

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Memorial Day Community Center Closed

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CALABASH

11:45 Lunch Served 12:30 Mah Jongg 12:30 Crafts with Linda 1:30 Tai Chi

9:00 Zumba GOLD 10:00 Card Games 10:15 Muscle Strength & Core 10:30 Beginner Dulcimer R^

11:45 Lunch Served 12:30 Knit & Crochet Club 1:15 Geri-Fit

8:00 Hoop it up! $3 9:00 20/20/20 10:30 BINGO 50 cents/card

11:45 Lunch Served 12:30 Hand & Foot Card Game 12:30 Mah Jongg 1:15 Ageless Grace $2

Thursday

8:45 Strength & Tone 9:00 Card Games 9:00 Awesome Abs Z 10:00 Gentle Yoga 10:00 Trivia

11:45 Lunch Served 12:30 Painter’s Group 12:30 Mah Jongg 1:15 Geri-Fit 6:00 Beginner Line Dancing 7:00 Int. Line Dancing

9:00 Open Crafts 10:15 BINGO 50 cents/card

11:45 Lunch Served 1:00 Beginner Line Dancing 2:00 Intermediate Line Dancing

Wednesday

Tuesday

9:00 20/20/20 10:00 Chorus Group 10:15 Fit Fab & Fun (Last Class 4/24/23) Pumped up Strength (Resumes 6/5/23)

friday

Monday

Holley Norris, Center Director; Heather Puglisi, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

10050 Beach Dr. SW Calabash, NC 28467 910-754-7427

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CALABASH Holley Norris, Center Director Heather Puglisi, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

10050 Beach Dr. SW Calabash, NC 28467 910-754-7427

march 2023

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Beg Mah Jongg R^ 12:30

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Center Closed Staff: Development Day

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Basic Line Dancing #5, 4:30 R^

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 Easter Popsicle Stick R^

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Blood Pressure A1C w/ SE YMCA, 11:00-1:00

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Caregiver Support Group, 2:00

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30: Spring Basket R^

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Beg Dulcimer R^ @ 10:30 (ends 5/23/23) Master Gardener Victor Stephens Presentation/ Hands on Demo R^, 12:30

Chili Cook Off Fundraiser, 4:00-5:30 No Line Dancing

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Tree of Life Bead Craft R^ $22 No Line Dancing Caregiver Fair, 1:;30-3:00

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Spring Card

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Basic Line Dancing #6, 4:30 R^

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Chalk Sign Art Class $22, 12:30 R^

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30: Scrabble Tile Frame R^ Book Club: “The Wedding Dress”, 10:00

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Sunset Beach Turtle Watch Presentation, 12:00

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Wear your green for St. Patrick’s Day! Basic Line Dancing #7, 4:30-5:30 R^

Opening Day Baseball Wear your Jersey Basic Beginner Line Dancing #8, 4:30-5:30 R^

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Cinema at the Center, 12:30: “Ticket to Paradise”

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Craft w/ Linda R^, 12:30: Spring Basket

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Napkin Holder

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Dye Easter Eggs, 9:00

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Center Closed Good Friday

Pine Needle Basket Weaving, 12:30 R^ $22 Tech with Ed: Android Class, 11:30 R^

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Mushroom Painting Book Club @ 10 am “Dreamland”

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Last Fab, Fit Fun Class Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Graduation Cards

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Balance Screening w/ Level Up Physical Therapy, 11:00

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Donuts with Directors, 9:00

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Caregiver Support Group, 2:00

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Cinema at the Center, 12:30: “A Star is Born”

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Cardiac Screening/FREE EKG w/ Goshen, 12:15

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Intro to Medicare Chat, 10:00 Cinema at the Center: “Little Women”, 12:30

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Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Shell Decorating Corn Hole Open Play, 10:15-11:15

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Hurricane Prep Presentation w/ Bruns. Co. Emergency Services, 12:00

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Resin Art Class R^ $20, 12:30

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Book Club, 10:00:“The Guardian” Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Jenga Block Project Corn Hole Open Play, 10:15-11:15

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Cooking Demo/Nutrition Class, 12:00

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Cinema at the Center: “Knives Out”, 12:30

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Mother’s Day Tea, 10:15-11:15 R^ RSVP Craft w/ Linda, 12:30 R^: Rock Painting

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Tree of Life Craft, 12:30 R^ $22

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Craft w/ Linda R^, 12:30: Kid’s Birthday Card Corn Hole Open Play, 10:15-11:15

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Caregiver Support Group, 2:00

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Cinema at the Center, 12:30: “Rocketman”

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Center Closed Memorial Day

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CALABASH

10050 Beach Dr. SW Calabash, NC 28467 910-754-7427

Holley Norris, Center Director Heather Puglisi, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Please join us for a presentation by

Sunset Beach Turtle Watch Speaker Carmel Zetts on March 29 at noon.

CINEMA AT THE CENTER Grab a friend & come enjoy a great movie!

Friday, March 31 @ 12:30 Friday, April 14 @ 12:30 Friday, April 28 @ 12:30 Friday, May 12 @ 12:30 Friday, May 26 @12:30

Dulcimer Want to try to your hand at a new musical instrument? Beginner Dulcimer Lessons begin March 7– May 23 at 10:30. We also have Intermediate dulcimer Wednesdays at 10:30, once you get the hang of it!

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Enjoy a good book & great company!

Book Club meets at 10 a.m. on: Monday, March 13 Monday, April 10 Monday, May 8

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CALABASH Holley Norris, Center Director Heather Puglisi, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

10050 Beach Dr. SW Calabash, NC 28467 910-754-7427

Days the Center will be CLOSED:

Come enjoy the fun!

• Friday, March 17, 2023

We have many great craft classes to choose from each month.

• Friday, April 7, 2023 • Monday, May 29, 2023

Pine Needle Basket Weaving

Ladies from Kerry’s 20/20/20 at Halloween Come try one of our awesome fitness classes at the Calabash Center! We have classes for everyone at all levels. You’re sure to have a great time!

Tree of Life Bead Class

Cra,s with Linda

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LELAND 9:30a Geri-Fit 10:30a Trivia w/ Louise (1st & 3rd Mon.) 11:30a Lunch

1-3 p Mah Jongg 1:30p Cardio Dance

Tuesday

8:30a Classical Mat Pilates R 9:00a Pinochle 9:00a TRX 9:30a Interval Training 10:00a Acrylic Painting

10:15a Bridge for Beginners 11:30a Lunch 12:30p Tai Chi 12:30p Sleep Mats 2:00p Cardio Drumming

Wednesday

9:30a Geri-Fit 10:00a Crafts 10:30a Line Dance (Intermediate) 11:30a Lunch

12:30p Acrylic Painting 1:00p Bridge Club

Thursday

9:00a Pinochle 9:30a Circuit Training

12:30p Tai Chi 1-4p Oil Painting 1:30p Cardio Dance

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Monday

Brittany Steinkamp, Center Director; Caroline McLeod, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

121 Town Hall Drive NE Leland, NC 28451 910-754-7701

10:30a Line Dance (Beginners) 11:30a Lunch

10:00a Bingo $ 11:30a Lunch

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LELAND Brittany Steinkamp, Center Director; Caroline McLeod, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

March 2023

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WEDNESDAY: Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

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THURSDAY: Intro to Medicare 5p R

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FRIDAY: Quilting Bee 9-12; Monthly B-Day Celebration (at Lunch)

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TUESDAY: Bible Study & Leland Larks 10:30

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WEDNESDAY: Coffee w/ a Cop 9; Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

121 Town Hall Drive NE Leland, NC 28451 910-754-7701

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WEDNESDAY: BP Checks 10:45; Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

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THURSDAY: CG Support Group 10; Meet w/ Case Manager 11:45

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FRIDAY: CLOSED for Staff Education

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MONDAY: Bible Study & Leland Larks 10:30

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THURSDAY: CG Support Group 10; Mental Health Talk 2

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MONDAY: Founder’s Park Presentation 10

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WEDNESDAY: Coups for Troops 9

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THURSDAY: Mental Health Talk 2

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MONDAY: Seashell Crafts 10:30 R

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TUESDAY: Tech Help 12

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MONDAY: Easter Egg Hunt 12:15

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TUESDAY: Bible Study & Leland Larks 10:30

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TUESDAY: Bible Study & Leland Larks 10:30 Vet Meet Up 12p; Paint Pouring 12 R

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WEDNESDAY: Blood Pressure Checks 10:45; Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

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WEDNESDAY: Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

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FRIDAY: CLOSED for Good Friday

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MONDAY: Leland PD—Safety Presentation 10 Z

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TUESDAY: Tech Help 12, Mo. Outing

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THURSDAY: Mental Health Talk 2

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FRIDAY: Mo. B-Day Celebration

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TUESDAY: Bible Study & Leland Larks 10:30

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FRIDAY: Quilting Bee 9-12

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WEDNESDAY: Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

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FRIDAY: Quilting Bee 9-12; Fiesta 10; Monthly B-Day Celebration (at Lunch)

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WEDNESDAY: Blood Pressure Checks 10:45; Hand & Foot Cards 1-3

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THURSDAY: Meet w/ Case Manager

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FRIDAY: Quilting Bee

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TUESDAY: Tech Help 12

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MONDAY: Seashell Crafts 10:30 R

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THURSDAY: Mental Health Talk 2

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FRIDAY: Muffins & Mocktails for Mothers 10

THURSDAY: Caregiver Support Group 10; Mental Health Talk Group 2

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TUESDAY: Bible Study & Leland Larks 10:30

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MONDAY: CLOSED for Memorial Day

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LELAND

121 Town Hall Drive NE Leland, NC 28451 910-754-7701

Brittany Steinkamp, Center Director Caroline McLeod, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

April

March

Easter Egg Hunt!

Coffee with a Cop Join 2 Leland police officers for a cup of joe on Wednesday, March 8, 9 to 10 a.m.!

Join us for an Easter Egg hunt on Monday, April 3 starting at 12:15.

Eat lunch and then go on a hunt for a sweet treat!

Community Enrichment Speaker Wyatt Richardson, the Town of Leland's Community Enrichment Director, is coming to the center to talk about the new plan for Founders Park Monday, March 27 at 10:30 am.

UNCW Nursing Students will be at our center on March 15th, 9 a.m.-noon.

They will be providing health screenings as well as health educa#on.

Police Safety Program Leland Police Officers Justin Holland & Ben Majors from the Community Engagement team will be coming to the center to talk about the Safety Program. Come check it out Monday, April 10 at 10 a.m. in the dining room!

Key Chain & Bag Charm Making Class Our very own Louise Harrison will be leading this class Friday, April 28 at 10 a.m.

She will show you how to make beautiful key chains and bag charms. Please sign up at the desk and bring $3!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Quarterly Veterans Meetup will be held at lunch!

April 4, 12 p.m.

Join Legion Post 68 for some lunch & comradery!

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LELAND

121 Town Hall Drive NE Leland, NC 28451 910-754-7701

Brittany Steinkamp, Center Director Caroline McLeod, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

Intro to Medicare

May

René Tarquinio, Aging Resource Specialist and SHIIP Coordinator, will be having an Intro to Medicare class at the Leland Center. This class is Thursday, March 2 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the dining room.

Cinco De Mayo Fiesta!

We are having a Fiesta! OLÉ!

Come join us on Friday, May 5 at 10 a.m.!

We will be having Chips, Salsa, Queso & Virgin Margaritas!

Seashell Craft Classes Monday, March 13 10:30-11:30 am

Muffins & Morning Mocktails for Magnificent Mothers!

Monday, April 24 10:30-11:30 am

Join us in celebrating our Moms! We will be having fresh muffins & Mocktail Mimosas Friday, May 12 at 10 a.m. in the TRX room!

Monday, May 22 10:30-11:30 am In the Leland Creation Room!

Sign up at the front desk!

Paint Pouring with Janice Tuesday, April 4th at 12:00 pm in the Creation Room.

Sign up at the front desk!

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BSRI NEWS / PUZZLES

Thank You, Ocean Ridge Charities

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any thanks to Ocean Ridge Charities Association’s (ORCA) Memorial Fund for the generous donation of $200 in memory of Audrey Ruggerbuck Bixby.

ORCA donated the funds for use in the Meals on Wheels program, said Kathy Sanchez, ORCA board member.

SHIFT to Shared Housing to Save Money and Effort

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HIFT is a new pilot program based on the idea of homeowners opening their homes to roommates.

People hesitate to make this change.

Home is a place where we feel safety and comfort. Making change is difficult. Moving is stressful. There are so many ways that a person—especially the homeowner assumes they should live alone if they aren’t with family or in a relationship.

SHIFT stands for “Shared Housing Incentives for Taking Action.” It’s a pilot program (not yet available in Brunswick

County) that offers money to homeowners to help cover costs incurred in making their home more comfortable to share.

Sharing a home can be beneficial to all.

Learn more about the idea of sharing housing at https://sharinghousing.com.

Learn more about the SHIFT program at https://sharinghousing.com/shift-why-itexists-sharing-housing/.

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OAK ISLAND

102 SE 47th Street Oak Island, NC 28461

Stephanie Stiller, Community Center Assistant Operating Hours: Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

910-754-2300 for Reservations

910-278-6552

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

friday

10:30am Chair Aerobics 11:45 am Senior Lunch

10:30 am Rummikub 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO

10:30am Chair Aerobics 11:45 am Senior Lunch

10:30 am Rummikub 11:45 am Senior Lunch 12:30 pm BINGO

10:30 am Rummikub 11:45 am Senior Lunch

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Tuesday: Hat Day

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Thursday: Easter Celebration

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Friday: St. Patrick’s day celebration

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Friday: Center Is Closed

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Wednesday: Craft day

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Wednesday: Craft Day

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FRIDAY: TRIP

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Friday: Trip

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Wednesday: Craft Day

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Friday: Trip

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Monday: Center is Closed

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Tuesday: Monthly Birthday Party

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SHALLOTTE Monday

7:00 Practice Billiards 9:00 Billiards Game 9:30 Cardio Low Impact 10:30 Fit for Life Exercise 10:00 Beginner Line Dancing 11:00 Basic/Intermediate Line Dancing

11:30 Intermediate Line Dancing 11:30 Lunch 12:15 Beach Bingo All day Cornhole/ Mini Golf/ Shuffle Board

Tuesday

7:00 Practice Billiards 9:00 Billiards Game 9:00 Bridge 10:00 Geri Fit 11:00 Aerobics/Dance

11:30 Lunch All Day Cornhole/ Mini Golf/ Shuffle Board

Wednesday

7:00 Practice Billiards 9:00 Billiards Game 9:30 Cardio Low Impact 10:30 Fit for Life Exercise 10:00 Beginner Line Dancing

11:00 Basic/Intermediate Line Dancing 11:30 Intermediate Line Dancing 11:30 Lunch All Day Cornhole/ Mini Golf/ Shuffle Board

Thursday

7:00 Practice Billiards 9:00 Billiards Game 10:00 Geri Fit 11:00 Aerobics/Dance 11:30 Lunch

11:00 Chair Yoga Z 12:00 Yoga 1:00 Mah Jong 1:00 Billiards Tournament All Day Cornhole/ Mini Golf/ Shuffle Board

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Jillian Hardin, Center Director Tonya Barnes, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 7 to 3; Thurs. 7 to 7

3620 Express Drive Shallotte, NC 28470 910-754-2300 1002

7:00 Practice Billiards 9:00 Billiards Game 9:30 Pilates 10:30 Tabata 11:30 Lunch

12:15 Beach Bingo All Day Cornhole/ Mini Golf/ Shuffle Board

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SHALLOTTE

3620 Express Drive Shallotte, NC 28470 910-754-2300 1002

Jillian Hardin, Center Director Tonya Barnes, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 7 to 3; Thurs. 7 to 7

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WEDNESDAY: Health Clinic A1C, BP and Balance checks at

17 FRIDAY: Technology 101 with Ed at 10:00 Email Basics 6 Week Program

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WEDNESDAY: Dessert with The Director At 12:30

17 FRIDAY: Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Party at 10:45

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Friday: Technology 101 with Ed at 10:00 Basic computer skills (6 Week Program)

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FRIDAY: Technology 101 at 10:00 Windows Basics

20 MON, WED & THURS: Walk With Ease Program with Tonya 10:00a.m. (6 week Program)

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WEDNESDAY: Tammie’s Cooking Class At 10:45A

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FRIDAY: C Breeze Band at 10:30

24 FRIDAY: Technology 101 with Ed at 10:00 Internet Basics 31 FRIDAY: Technology 101 with Ed at 10:00 Online Safety

april 2023 NATIONAL PARKINSON’S AWARENESS MONTH!

10 MONDAY: Marilou/ presentation medication and wellness at 12:00

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MONDAY: Dessert with The Director At 12:30P

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FRIDAY: Technology 101 at 10:00A Use what you have learned (hands on)

17 MONDAY: APRIL 15TH –21ST NATIONAL

SUNDAY: Easter Sunday

21 FRIDAY: C Breeze band at 10:30

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12 WEDNESDAY: Tammie’s Cooking Class at 10:45 VOLUNTEER WEEK! WE APPRECIATE YOU

FEBRUARY 2023 5

FRIDAY: Cinco De Mayo

14 SUNDAY: HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

31 WEDNESDAY: National Senior Health & Fitness Day!

16 TUESDAY: Wear Purple for Peace Day! 19 FRIDAY: C Breeze Band at 10:30 29

MONDAY: CENTER CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY!

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SHALLOTTE

3620 Express Drive Shallotte, NC 28470 910-754-2300 1002

Jillian Hardin, Center Director Tonya Barnes, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 7 to 3; Thurs. 7 to 7

What does Mother’s Day mean to you?

To Carrie Hough, Gloria Bland is the Mother’s Day means the mother of a son and world. “I was adopted as three daughters. Gloria a baby and was given a says that raising her very loving mother. I children is a very special was blessed to be raised feeling and blessing. and loved by my mother. Gloria says ,“I have Mother’s Day is the only raised my children to day of the year on the love each other and calendar that mothers always give back.” She are appreciated!” Carrie says she gets has a son and daughter overwhelmed with love and is very thankful to and gi's on this special be their mother. Happy day called Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day!

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Mike Christenson is a member at Shallotte Center and plays bingo and eats lunch with us.

Mike says he is looking forward to the spring to golf in warmer weather.

The spring brings more beach trips and outside activities. Mike and his wife are involved with missionary trips to help when a disaster hits.

They are planning some trips this spring to see friends and family too.

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Marsha Ludlum says, “In spring I like to go out and enjoy the warm weather.”

Marsha likes to get out in the yard and work. She says she likes to help with events at church in the spring season as well. She enjoys hearing the birds sing . Marsha loves sitting and doing puzzles, especially with flowers and animals . She looks forward to the spring season.

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SHALLOTTE

3620 Express Drive Shallotte, NC 28470 910-754-2300 1002

Jillian Hardin, Center Director Tonya Barnes, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 7 to 3; Thurs. 7 to 7

WALK WITH EASE PROGRAM FOR BETTER LIVING MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, AND FRIDAY FOR 6 WEEKS 10 a.m. at Mulberry Park in Shallotte Starts Monday, March 20

WE CELEBRATED A HUGE BIRTHDAY AT SHALLOTTE CENTER!

Happy Birthday, Bill!

Bill Horne turned 90 this year.

Bill Horne is a avid pool player and attends our center every day we are open. He enjoys a hot lunch with his friends and billiards guys!

The Arthritis Foundation's Walk With Ease Program is a community-based physical activity and self-management education program. While walking is the central activity, Walk With Ease is a multi-component program that also includes health education, stretching and strengthening exercises, and motivational strategies.

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SOUTHPORT Monday

10:30 Chair Yoga $ Z 12:30 Crafts with Sherry 1:00 Mah Jongg 1:30 Balance-Strength-Motion 6:30 Jam Session

Tuesday

9:00 Geri-Fit 9:00 Boxing 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Technology with Martha 1:00 Pinochle

1:00 Silver Paddles (Ping Pong) 2:30 Fit and Strong 6:30 Square Dancing

9:00 Yoga for Healthy Bones $Z 9:00 Tai Chi Forms $ 10:00 Silver Samurai $ 10:30 Chair Yoga $ 10:30 Watercolor $

10:30 Facebook/ iPhone Help w/ Shirley R 12:15 Bible Study– Interfaith 12:30 Jewelry Class 1:00 Beginning Tai Chi with Dean $

9:00 Geri-Fit

10:00 Bible Study with Joel Z 11:30 Beginning Line Dance Z 1:00 Beginner and Intermediate Line Dancing Z 1:00 Mah Jongg

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Thursday

9:00 Yoga for Healthy Bones $Z 9:00 Tai Chi Forms $ 9:30 Hand, Knee & Foot Canasta 10:00 Silver Samurai $ 10:00 Card Making

Wednesday

Melissa Catlett, Center Director Jackie Knott, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

1513 N. Howe St., Ste. 1 Southport, NC 28461 910-754-7109

9:00 Boxing $ 9:00 Adv. German, Zoom only Z 9:30 Knit and Chain Gang 10:00 Zumba Gold $

9:00 Yoga for Healthy Bones $Z 9:00 Tai Chi $ 9:30 Hand, Knee & Foot Canasta 10:30 Chair Yoga $ Z 12:30 Crafts with Sherry

1:30 Intro to Hand Drumming 2:00 Hand Drumming 2:30 Fit and Strong

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SOUTHPORT

1513 N. Howe St., Ste. 1 Southport, NC 28461 910-754-7109

Melissa Catlett, Center Director Jackie Knott, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

MARCH 2023 10 FRIDAY: Photography- 1pm

20 MONDAY: Stroke Support Group– 1pm

14 TUESDAY: Parkinson’s Support Group– 10am

22 WEDNESDAY: Caregiver Support Group - 10am

14 TUESDAY: Blood Pressure Checks 11 :15am

24 FRIDAY: Photography 1 p.m.

17 FRIDAY: CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING

27 MONDAY: Iris Folding Easter Card– Materials Fee- $5 $ R

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FRIDAY: CLOSED FOR GOOD FRIDAY

13 FRIDAY: Photography 1 p.m.

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TUESDAY: Parkinson’s Support Group– 10am

17 MONDAY: Stroke Support Group– 1pm

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TUESDAY: Blood Pressure Checks 11 :15am

26 WEDNESDAY: Caregiver Support Group - 10am 28 FRIDAY: Photography– 1pm

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TUESDAY: Parkinson’s Support Group– 10am

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TUESDAY: Blood Pressure Checks 11 :15am

12 FRIDAY: Photography 1 p.m.

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MONDAY: Stroke Support Group– 1pm

24 WEDNESDAY: Caregiver Support Group– 10am 26 FRIDAY: Photography– 1pm 29 CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

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SOUTHPORT Melissa Catlett, Center Director Jackie Knott, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

1513 N. Howe St., Ste. 1 Southport, NC 28461 910-754-7109

Holidays Done Southport Style Over 150 of our Peepsters Par ed the Day Away!

Le to right: Even ge ng run over by a reindeer didn’t stop Beverly, Tammy and their Elves Amber and Kate from preparing a FEAST! Now there is one Happy Man. We love you, Frank!

Happy, Happy— they see what Frank has!

Le to right: Melissa and Bea just feel The Love!

You know these two: One is always smiling and listening, the other one, well, always listening while talking!

Our homebound BSRI family members were not forgo0en.

These beau1ful floral arrangements were donated by The Southport Garden Club. We thank you!

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So Many to Thank for Making this Holiday One to Remember: The wonderful music provided by Maxie and Steve Dona ons from so many of our par cipants • Beverly, Tammie, Amber, and Kate prepared a magnificent meal with love • Beau ful cakes for the Cake Walk donated by Mary Ellis and Skip BSL FP • St. James Service Club made so many homebound very happy • With open hearts, we thank you for being who you are. We are the richer for it!

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SOUTHPORT Melissa Catlett, Center Director Jackie Knott, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–4

Ann and Bill Brown of OKI and their family decided, rather than exchange Christmas gi s, they would shop together for items such as undergarments, Boost, and food items for our homebound.

We thank you for such a wonderful gi !

1513 N. Howe St., Ste. 1 Southport, NC 28461 910-754-7109

Just Look at those happy smiles in the Vision Board Class by Charlene Irvin! If you missed it, Charlene will offer it again.

We

Flags That Have Flown Over Southport

Valen1nes were filled out with apprecia1on of support and considera1on for our Senior Center.

They were sent to our legislators.

All of your voices need to be heard!

SPRING 2023

Just ask Peter Hyde! We are delighted he has agreed to share his interes1ng stories about our very own Southport.

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PUPPY POWER HAS ENTERED THE BUILDING That’s right, Olive has a new baby sister!

Her name is Monkey Shines and she was a rescue from a li0er of 11 puppies.

Olive is training her to be our assistant therapy dog. Tai chi will never be the same, Dean!

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SUPPLY Monday

8:00 Rummikub 8:00 Coffee with Friends 10:00 Body Core Strength Z 10:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis R (3/20-6/2)

11:00 Tai Chi 11:30 Lunch 12:30 Movie Day

Tuesday

8:00 Rummikub 8:00 Coffee with Friends 9:30 Crocheting 10:00 Geri-Fit 11:00 Tabata

11:30 Lunch 12:30 Quilting 12:30 Bingo (25 cent/card) 2:00 Lower Cape Fear Savvy Caregiver Program R (April4-May 9)

Wednesday

8:00 Rummikub 8:00 Coffee with Friends 10:00 Pilates Z 10:00 Watercolor Painting 10:00 Hand Drumming

11:30 Lunch 12:30 Knitting N 5:30 Yoga (1st & 3rd) 5:30 Body/Core/Strength (2nd & 4th) N 5:30 Family Anonymous Meeting Z

Thursday

8:00 Rummikub 8:00 Coffee with Friends 10:00 Rug Hooking 10:00 Ger-Fit

11:00 Tabata 11:30 Lunch 12:30 Bible Study

friday

Melissa Starr, Center Director Leslie Doeing, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. 8 to 4; Wed. 8 to 7; Fri. 8 to 1

101 Stone Chimney Road Supply, NC 28462 910-754-7604

8:00 Rummikub 8:00 Coffee with Friends 10:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis R (3/20-6/2)

11:00 Active Stretch 11:00 Chair Yoga 11:30 Lunch

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SUPPLY

101 Stone Chimney Road Supply, N.C. 28462 910-754-7604

Melissa Starr, Center Director Leslie Doeing, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. 8 to 4; Wed. 8

March 2023 2 6 7 8 9

TUESDAY: Make & Take Craft with Emma Lou12:30 MONDAY: Talk with Tikila-10:30 TUESDAY: Open Advisory Committee-10:00 WEDNESDAY: Hand Drumming -10:00; Senior Safety with Deputy Willie McRae, IV-12:30

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THURSDAY: Hired Hand Band-10:00; Caregiver Support Group-2:00 FRIDAY: Aging Resources Presentation w/ Tikilia -12:00; Wear your Favorite College Team Apparel MONDAY: Card Making-Birthday Cards-1:00 TUESDAY: Garden Club-12:30; Genealogy-1:00 WEDNESDAY: iPhone/iPad Basics-12:30

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THURSDAY: Make & Take Craft-12:30

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WEDNESDAY: Drop off for Swap & Shop-9:002:00 THURSDAY: Swap & Shop 9:00-1:00 FRIDAY: CENTER CLOSED MONDAY: Talk w/ Tikila-10:30; Winding River Card Makers-1:00 TUESDAY: Advisory Committee-10:00; Garden Club-12:30 WEDNESDAY: Hand Drumming-10:00; Spring into Action! Celebrate 30th Anniversary of NCSTL-10:30 THURSDAY: Hired Hands Band-10:30; Caregiver Support Group-2:00

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FRIDAY: CENTER CLOSED—STAFF TRAINING MONDAY: What’s for Dinner w/John Latour12:30 Z TUESDAY: Blood Pressure Check-10:00 WEDNESDAY: Hand Drumming-10:00; Day Trip to BSRI Thrift Shop/Callahan’s R$; YMCA & Diabetes Awareness Program-12:30 R THURSDAY: Make & Take Craft-(Mesh Wreath)12:30 (Fee: $2.00); Piano Workshop-12:30 FRIDAY: C-Breeze-10:30; Birthday Celebration12:00 TUESDAY: Intro To Photography-1:00; Genealogy -1:00 WEDNESDAY: Dementia & Alzheimer Presentation-12:30

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FRIDAY: Aging Resources w/Tikila-12:00 TUESDAY: Genealogy-1:00 WEDNESDAY: iPhone/iPad Basics-12:30; Hurricane Safety/Preparation-12:00 THURSDAY: Make & Take Craft-12:30 FRIDAY: C-Breeze Band-10:30; Birthday Celebration-12:00 TUESDAY: Blood Pressure Checks-10:00

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WEDNESDAY: Hand Drumming-10:00, Day Trip (TBD) FR

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FRIDAY: C-Breeze Band-10:30; Birthday Celebration-12:00; Volunteer Appreciation

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THURSDAY: Make & Take Craft-12:30 MONDAY: Talk w/ Tikila-10:30 TUESDAY: Advisory Committee-10:00; Garden Club-12:30 WEDNESDAY: Hand Drumming-10:00 THURSDAY: Celebrate Mother’s Day w/ Hired Hands Band-10:00; Caregiver Support Group-2:00 FRIDAY: Aging Resources Presentation w/Tikila12:00 MONDAY: Card Making-1:00 TUESDAY: Genealogy-1:00

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WEDNESDAY: iPhone/iPad Basics-12:30 THURSDAY: Make & Take Craft-12:30 TUESDAY: Blood Pressure Check-10:00

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WEDNESDAY: Hand Drumming-10:00; Day Trip (TBD) FR

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THURSDAY: Brunswick County Veteran Services10:30 FRIDAY: Birthday Celebration-12:00

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MONDAY: MEMORIAL DAY– CENTER CLOSED TUESDAY: Genealogy-1:00

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SUPPLY

101 Stone Chimney Road Supply, NC 28462 910-754-7604

Melissa Starr, Center Director Leslie Doeing, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. 8 to 4; Wed. 8 to 7; Fri. 8 to 1

Behind the Camera Lens w/ Linda

Senior Safety w/ Deputy Willie McRae Brunswick County Sheriff’s Dept.

Tuesday, March 28 @ 1 p.m.

March 8 @ 12:30 PM For personal & home safety, learn ways to protect yourself in today’s complex world.

An introduc on to photography.

Do you want to learn how to capture the moment? Come see what is behind the lens.

Diabetes Preven on Program

The Brunswick Center at Supply will be CLOSED for all programs on

In partnership w/ the YMCA

Wednesday, March 22 @12:30 p.m.

Friday, March 17

Learn ways to lose weight and reduce your risk of developing diabetes. This session will educate you on this CDC approved preven on program.

for staff educa on & training.

Evening Exercise

Want to Learn Piano?

Join Us on Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PM 1st & 3rd– Yoga w/Leslie 2nd & 4th– Body, Core Strength w/Nancy Classes Are In Center Only

Thursday, March 23, 2023 @ 12:30PM Interested in learning a new musical skill?

Come to an informa on session on star ng a beginner piano class.

Dementia vs.

Alzheimer's Wednesday, March 29, 2023 @12:30PM Your brain, is it dementia or normal aging?

Learn a compassionate approach to living with or loving someone with Alzheimer’s.

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Tuesdays, April 4-May 9, 2023 2:00-4:00PM Do you provide care for a family member or friend who is living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related demen a illness?

Presented by: Lower Cape Fear Life Care

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SUPPLY

101 Stone Chimney Road Supply, NC 28462 910-754-7604

Melissa Starr, Center Director Leslie Doeing, Assistant Director Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. 8 to 4; Wed. 8 to 7; Fri. 8 to 1

Hurricane Safety & Preparedness

Spring Swap & Shop Bring new or gently worn, clean spring & summer clothing (women & men), handbags, shoes & hats in to the center.

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 12:00 PM Presenta on & Discussion w/ Kelley Currie, Access/Func onal Needs Coordinator of BC Emergency Management

Clothing Drop Off Date: Wednesday, April 5 from 9:00 - 2:00 Recycle & enhance your wardrobe while sharing with friends.

Only recently washed and clean items will be accepted.

All items remaining will be donated on for thri ing.

SWAP & SHOP: Thursday, April 6 from 9:00—1:00

Brunswick Center at Supply Program Closings: Friday, April 7, 2023—Good Friday Monday, May 29, 2023—Memorial Day

Join Us & Celebrate Older Americans Month Mondays in May at 12:30 p.m. ♦ May 1st—How to Create a Fulfilling Re rement ♦ May 8th—Ways to Remain Healthy & Ac ve ♦ May 15th—Get Involved ♦ May 22nd—Staying Financially Secure

Spring Into Ac on!

Celebrate NC Senior Tar Heel Legislature’s 30th Anniversary

Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Hired Hands Band Thursday, May 11 @ 10 a.m.

Refreshments will be served

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 @ 10:30AM

Veteran’s Services & Benefits Explained Meet Brunswick County NCSTHL Delegate Kathryn Lawler.

Learn about the work of the NCSTHL and its Top Five Legisla ve Priori es for 2023-24. Learn how we can make a difference by using our voice and our vote!

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Thursday, May 28, 2023 @ 10:30AM Are you a veteran or are caring for a veteran? Learn what the VA can provide to veterans to assist with aging in place.

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WHAT’S FOR LUNCH? MARCH

Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.

2023

Provides Nutritionally Balanced Meals for Seniors

Monday

*Menus subject to change* Tuesday

Due to ongoing food sourcing issues, menu changes may be made as needed

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

1 Dijon pork loin/chop Mashed potatoes/ gravy Okra/tomatoes WG roll/margarine 2 % milk

2 Chili with beef/ beans Tossed salad/ dressing Sun chips Peaches/whipped topping Cornbread/ margarine 2% milk 9 Beef pepper steak/ gravy Northern beans Collards Baked apples with cinnamon WG roll/margarine 2% milk

3 Chicken tenders Sweet potato tots Winter mix vegetables Pineapple tidbits Biscuit/margarine 2% milk

6 Fish sticks Macaroni and cheese Spinach Mandarin oranges Hush puppies/ margarine 2% milk

7 Spaghe- & meatballs Tuscan blend vegetables Fruit of choice Garlic breads0ck/ margarine 2% milk

8 Baked turkey w/ gravy Stuffing Ginger glazed carrots Tropical fru9it mix WG roll/margarine 2% milk

10 Loaded potato soup Chef salad with meat/ cheese Banana pudding Sun chips 2% milk

13 Mango chicken Rice pilaf Oriental blend vegetables Pineapple tidbits Spring roll (veg) 2% milk

14 Cheeseburger on bun Steak fries Green beans Strawberry applesauce Brownie 2% milk

15 Sliced sausage Mashed potatoes Green pepper/ onion Peaches WG roll/margarine 2% milk

16 Oven fried chicken Potato dumplings alfredo Broccoli Tropical frui9t mix Garlic cheddar biscuit 2% milk

17 Lasagna Tossed salad/dressing Ambrosia fruit salad Garlic breadstick 2% milk

20 Chili dog on bun Baked beans Coleslaw Fruit cobbler 2% milk

21 Homemade vegetable soup Turkey club sandwich Fruit of choice Cookie 2% milk

22 Beef tips/ mushroom gravy Noodles Yellow squash/ onions Peaches/whipped topping WG roll/margarine 2% milk

23 Glazed pork chop Scalloped potatoes California blend veg Fresh orange WG roll/margarine 2% milk

24 Fish sandwich/tarter sauce Hash brown patty Coleslaw Fruit cup Brownie 2% milk

27 Mini corndogs Sweet potato fries/ wedge Green beans Fruit cocktail String cheese 2% milk

28 Pork BBQ Baby lima beans Collards Pineapple tidbits Cornbread/ margarine 2% milk

29 Chicken cordon bleu Rice pilaf Tuscan blend vegetable Blushing pears WG roll/margarine 2% milk

30 Cheesy beef/ macaroni casserole Sp9inach Blueberry cobbler WG roll/margarine 2% milk

31 Salsa chicken Fiesta rice Black bean/roasted corn Fruit of choice Sun chips 2% milk

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BRUNSWICK SENIOR RESOURCES, INC. AGING RESOURCES PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

NEED ASSISTANCE? Contact an Aging Resource Specialist closest to you:

DISPOSABLE UNDERGARMENTS AND BOOST

FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT

FOOD PANTRIES

Calabash Center René Tarquinio, LBSW Senior Aging Resource Specialist (910) 754-6224 | rtarquinio@bsrinc.org Shallotte Center Laura Collins, BSW, Aging Resource Specialist (910) 754-4468 | lcollins@bsrinc.org

HEATERS AND FANS

HOME DELIVERED MEALS

IN-HOME AIDE PROGRAM

Southport Center Casey Freed, BSW, Aging Resource Specialist (910) 754-4106 | cfreed@bsrinc.org Supply Center Tikila Morgan, BSW, Aging Resource Specialist (910) 754-8450 | tmorgan@bsrinc.org

INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

TELEPHONE REASSURANCE

MEDICATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Leland Center Sandy Porcaro, MA, Aging Resource Specialist (910) 754-3658 | sporcaro@bsrinc.org Medication Assistance Program Marilou Smith | Leland Center (910) 754-6559 | msmith@bsrinc.org

DONATE TODAY SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE (SHIIP)

SUPPORT GROUPS

TRANSPORTATION

Your donation could save a life.

Visit our website to give conveniently:

bsrinc.org/donate/ •

Support food security with an annual gift

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Set up monthly donations for Aging Resources

for the Family Caregiver Support Program, Prescription

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Honor a loved one with a one-time gift

Assistance Program, and SHIIP.

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WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Our programs and services are specifically designed for adults 60 years of age and older in Brunswick County, except

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Ocean Isle 6560 Beach Dr. 910-579-8346

Southport 4170 Long Beach Rd. 910-457-1772

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Welcome Service LLC is the only welcoming service that personally welcomes newcomers and new businesses to New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender Counties.

New Hanover, Pender and Brunswick Counties, North Carolina

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