8 nights’ lodging, 6 dinners, a guided tour of Santa Fe and Acoma Pueblo (also known as Sky City), a ride on Sandia Peak Tramway, and a visit to Old Town Albuquerque.
Cost ...
$1,349 for members
$1,714 for members
With winter here, please be aware of WCSC’s closings. We strive to keep everyone safe, includ- ing our staff. We put our clos- ings on our Facebook page and on our answering machine. =
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$1,764 for non-members
$1,379 for non-members DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
100 W. Second St., Dixon 815-288-9236
www.leecountycouncilonaging.net and on Facebook
$25 a year for a single person or $35 for two people living in the same household. We also have gift certificates if you would like to give a loved one a membership to the Senior Center! Remember, it is great to be part of a wonderful commUNITY!
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GOLDEN ECHO
From the LCCOA
Executive Director
By Susie Welch
Think spring!
February is known for Valentine’s Day and President’s Day, but maybe most importantly it’s also known for Groundhog Day!
I get excited every February 2 to see whether the Pennsylvanian groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow! Why is this important, you ask? Because if he sees his shadow this means spring is right around the corner. Days of enjoying the outdoors are coming soon — but in the meantime, join us at Lee County Council on Aging for some inside fun!
From the WCSC
Executive
Director
By Emily Hammer
Employee of the Month
Our January Employee of the month is Phil Penaflor!! Phil has been the Maintenance Director with the Whiteside County Senior Center for 1 year. He is a “Jack of All Trades” and always completes any job he is asked to do. He has three sons and five grandchildren who all keep him busy and entertained. Phil is a St. Louis Cardinals fan, loves pasta, and his favorite color is blue. Phil’s friendly personality and willingness to help all who come into the Cen-
Healthy choices
Everything you could want is waiting for you at Lee County Council on Aging. This month we add Beginners Line Dancing to the Center on the third Wednesday of each month. This is in addition to our Workout Wednesday once a month — all brought to us by Cheryl of Center Stage. Our chair yoga with Brandan is three times a week and exercise bikes two times a week. There’s something for everyone when it comes to exercise at the Center! There’s no excuse not to be in shape in 2025. Your health is important to us, so stop by on Tuesdays for our fresh produce distribution (every week) and optional blood pressure reading by our volunteer, Lois Young the third Tuesday of the month. Take advantage of the free additional health benefits of LCCOA.
Free breakfast
Starting February 14, we are bringing back the free breakfast at the Center. On the second Friday of each month, start the day off right with the
ter is an added asset to the positive energy in our building! Thanks, Phil, for all that you do!!
Golden Echo published monthly by Sauk Valley Media, 113-115 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021, in cooperation with the Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center.
Golden Echo disclaims any liability for any advertisements published herein and in no way endorses or guarantees these ads.
Press releases of interest to seniors will be accepted at 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021; or 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081. Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month.
Golden Echo does not discriminate in admission to programs or treat -
OSF St. Katharine Breakfast at the Center. This is open to all ages, so please stop by for a community breakfast free of charge! We will start the coffee pot at 9:30 a.m., with breakfast at 10 a.m., so come enjoy a time of fellowship and food, and stay for Bingo! Who doesn’t love breakfast and bingo! Reservation needed for breakfast.
It’s tax time again
It’s tax season again, so make sure you call to make your appointment at Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236. You will need to stop by and get your packet before your appointment. These must be filled out prior to appointment, per AARP. We will have coffee waiting for you and always welcome contributions to help us keep the lights on!
Lifescape meals
We have Lifescape meals available Monday through Friday starting at noon. You must reserve a spot by 10:45 a.m. the day before to ensure a meal. Call us at 815-288-9236 to reserve your
Board Meeting
We want to thank everyone on our Board of Directors! All of the members on our board are volunteers who take time out of their busy schedules to help better our Senior Center and Public Transportation. The next board meeting is Wednesday, February 26, at 12:30 p.m. in the dining room. See you then!
Golden Meals
Golden Meals is a local non-profit organization that provides $3.25 meals to our 60-plus senior community and $6.25 meals for our 59-and-younger community, Monday through Thursday at our site. Please watch the menu calendar as they will be providing meals on select Fridays. The Golden Meals calendar will be posted on our Facebook page and sent out in our monthly member newsletter. Thank you to everyone who has been coming for lunch! The turnouts have been great, and the food is always super yummy!!
ment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act; the U.S. Civil Rights Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; the Age Discrimination Act; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Aging. For information, call 800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), or contact the director of Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021 or telephone 815-288-9236; or Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081 or 815-
spot. You have friends waiting to meet you, and activities are available before and after lunch. If you can’t find one you like, volunteer to lead an activity. We are always looking for volunteers to help us on a regular basis.
Fun and games
Don’t forget our game days on Fridays! Kayla from Dixon Rehab will be here the first Friday of the month with Friendly Feud (like Family Feud, with friends). Breakfast and Bingo will be the second Friday of the month and Wheel of Fortune on the Third Friday of the month — and thanks to Heritage Square, we will have the Price is Right on the fourth Friday of the month.
Take
a
bite of the Big Apple
Interested in heading out to New York? Stop by the Center at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, in the game room, and learn what to expect for our New York trip. All interested parties invited.
See you soon, Susie
Outreach
If you have any questions through the year, walk-ins are available from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on Mondays. Appointments are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. For any questions, please call our Outreach Department at 815-622-9230 ext. 131.
Caregiver tip
Taking care of a loved one and feeling overwhelmed? Call the Outreach Department about Caregiver Respite, at 815-622-9230 ext. 131 for information and resources.
Monthly Medicare tip
New to Medicare? Let our certified Medicare Counselors help you with all of your questions. Please reach out to 815-622-9230 ext.131.
Stay safe and warm, Emily Hammer, Executive Director
622-9230.
The senior centers do not require duration of residency or citizenship as a condition of participation in any services or programs funded by the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Residency or citizenship may be a requirement for other programs that the senior centers may provide assistance with in application or accessing of same. Services are made available, in part, with funds provided under Title III-B of the Older American Act, and the Illinois General Revenue Funds, through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. We are a United Way-funded agency.
Phil Penaflor
GOLDEN ECHO
Upcoming Trips: LCCOA
ALL SENIORS WELCOME — MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED! For more information on any of these trips, please call Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236.
Albuquerque and Santa Fe
April 27 to May 5, 2025
Trip includes: Eight nights’ lodging, six dinners, a guided tour of Santa Fe and Acoma Pueblo (also known as Sky City), a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway, and a visit to Old Town Albuquerque.
Double occupancy $1,349 for members/ $1,399 for non-members
Single occupancy $1,714for members/ $1,764 for non-members
Triple occupancy $1,329 for members/ $1,379 for non-members
Garden of the Gods Royal Gorge and Colorado Springs
Aug. 3-9, 2025
Trip includes: Six nights’ lodging, four dinners, a tour of the Garden of the Gods, a guided tour of Colorado Springs, a visit to the Royal Gorge, including Bridge and Aerial Tram, and a visit to Historic Manitou Springs at the foot of Pike’s Peak.
Double occupancy: $1,105 for members/ $1,155 for non-members
Single occupancy: $1,465 for members
$1,515 for non-members
Triple occupancy: $1,085 for members/ $1,135 for non-members
Mt. Rushmore and Black Hills
Oct. 5-11, 2025
Trip includes: six nights’ lodging, four dinners, a visit to Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, a tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park, a guided tour of Deadwood, gaming at a Deadwood Casino, a visit to Crazy Horse Memorial, and a visit to Badlands National Park.
Double occupancy: $989 for members/ $1,039 for non-members
Single occupancy: $1,218 for members/ $1,268 for non-members
Triple occupancy: $969 for members/ $1,019 for non-members
Myrtle Beach Show Trip
Dec. 6-14, 2025
Trip includes the shows: “Legends in Concert” at the Alabama Theatre, “Music Memories” at the Greg Rolwes Legacy Theatre, “Le Grande Cirque” at Broadway Theater, and “The Man of a Thousand Voices” at Asher Theatre. Barefoot Landing, shopping,
Upcoming Trips: WCSC
ALL SENIORS WELCOME — MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED!
For more information on any of these trips, call the Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230.
Fireside Theatre
Feb. 27, 2025
Join us to see “Westside Story” at Fireside Theatre in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. Lunch will be provided before the show. The bus will leave Sauk Valley Community College at 8:15 a.m. and return to Sauk at 6 p.m.
Cost: $170 for members/$190 for non-members. Be sure to sign up today — space is limited!
Hard Rock Casino in Rockford
April 2, 2025
Join us for a bus trip to Hard Rock Casino in Rockford. Lunch will be on your own for this trip. The bus will depart Sauk Valley Community College at 10 a.m. and return to the college at 4 p.m.
Cost: $70 for members/$90 for non-members
dining and entertainment experience. Visit Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade.
Double occupancy: $1,239 for members/ $1,289 for non-members
Single occupancy: $1,564 for members/ $1,614 for non-members
Triple occupancy $1,219 for members/ $1,269 for non-members
Spotlight on New York City
Sept. 4-8, 2025
Trip includes: four nights’ lodging, two dinners and two Broadway shows. Stay at Sheraton New York Times Square, take a guided tour of the Big Apple, Greenwich village and the Wall Street district. Enjoy a ferry cruise of New York Harbor, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island; visit the 9/11 Museum, and do some shopping.
COST FOR RESERVATIONS BEFORE MARCH 4:
$3,149 for double occupancy, $3,949 for single occupancy, $3,119 for triple occupancy.
COST FOR RESERVATIONS AFTER MARCH 4: $3,549 for double occupancy, $4,349 for single occupancy, $3,519 for triple occupancy. WatchforanItalytripin2026!
Celebrations
GOLDEN ECHO DUES,
DONATIONS & THANK YOUS
WCSC welcomes members
Armstrong, Lorraine Asbury, Marsha Atchley, Charles Austin, Sue Bankes, Marcia Barber, John Barber, Linda Bartlett, Gloria Bartlett, Jerry Bellini, Elizabeth Benson, Albert Benson,David Benson, Tina Berard, Sherrill Berg, Carroll Berg, Karen Bittner, Susan Blakeslee, Margaret Boesen, Marian Broderick, Ethel Brown, Bonny Castaneda, Yolanda Cantu, Marina Casey, Leola Cassens, Janet Cheshier, Anna Clayton, Kathy Conkling, Debra Coronado, Josephine Covell, Clair Crownhart, Eileen Dancey, Gail Davis, Paulette Decker, Neil Dettman, Rebecca Doering, Catherine Doering, William Dombrowski, Sandy Donnelly, Debbie Douglas, Donna Drane, David
Drane, Pamela Dudley, Donald Fisher, Janet Fornero, Joseph Foskitt, Gerald Foskitt, Mary Francque, Jan Frankfother, Maureen Frederick, Karen Frey, Sylvia Gaskill, Lorraine Gaskill, Terry Gomez, Javier Gonzalez, Suzette Guerrero, John Habben, Norma Hannan, Butch Hannan, Dianna
Hanson, Jeffrey
Harris, Gordon Harris, Martha
Hasselbacher, Deanna Hasselbacher, Gary Heckman, Merle
Heckman, Sandra Hnilica, Dean Holmquist, Tanya Howell, Hope Hunsberger, Wanda
Hussung, Lorraine
Jacobs, Robert Jacobs, Ronald Jacoby, Cathleen
Jacoby, Eugene Kavran, David Kavran, Linda Kerley, Sam Kerley, Shelby
Kivisto, Laura Klock, Sue Knisley, Christine
Kohl, Judith
Kuepker, Janice
Last, Abrey
Last, Elmer
Last, Freda
Last, Norma
LeBlanc, Joan
Lechman, Carole
Lehmen, Darla
Lehman, Jo Dawn
Lenox, Gary
Matthew, Margaret
McCue, John
McMurry, Warren
McThenia, Gayle
Medema, Sharon
Meyer, LuAnn
Mickelson, Rita
Mickelson, Ronald
Miller, Gary
Moore, Andy
Moore, Ivernia
Murphy, Mary
Nelson, James
Nelson, Karen
Neubauer, Robert
Neubauer, Vicki
Novak, Ronald
Ohda, Donna
Oller, Beverly
Ordean, John
Paladino, Peter
Panice,Gloria
Peugh, Barara
Pierceson, Sandra
Popejoy, Bradley
Popejoy, Tina
Pratt, Jewelene
Pierceson, Sandra
Prazak, Joan
Qureshi, Judy
Thank you to WCSC volunteers and supporters
Qureshi, Nazir
Real, Karen
Reglin, Marke
Riva, Don
Rhodes, Jeanette
Sadowski, Marge
Schares, Paula
Scharfenberg, Mike
Sherman, Laurie
Shipley, Neal
Shipley, Pennie
Siex, David
Siex, Sharon
Smith, Charlene
Smith, Cheryl
Stern, Maxine
Strock, Nancy
Tackett, Diane
Taets, Bernadette
Terveer, Jenny
Terveer, Michael
Thompson, Lorraine
Thompson, Mark
Turk, Kay
Valdivia, Mary
Vazquez, Ana
Warkins, Don
Warkins, Sena
Wetzell, Ivernia
Wetzell, Jon Whitlock, Bob Whitlock, Jan Wickham, Sandra
Wolcott, Barbara Wolcott, Howard Wright, Gail Wright, James Wolf, Linda Zeffield, Deborah Zeffield, James
Thank you to all our volunteers who donate their time, energy, and services and those who gave monetary donations, including anonymously. A special thanks to all who partner with our Center to provide programs and activities for our seniors.
Kim McMahon of Citadel
Sami Wiggins of Castor Home Nursing
Alyssa Wales of Heritage Woods
Peg Johnson of Beacon of Hope
Karla Burn of Resthave
Chris Meier of Rock River
Hospice Sauk Valley Food Bank
CGH Hospital
Nazir Qureshi
Norma & Victor Medrano
Butch Hannan
Neal Shipley
Jon Wetzell
Riverbend
Carolyn Allen
Joe Fornero
LuAnn Meyer
Shana Richards
Rebecca Heren
Erica Sexton
Mark Jacobs
Volunteers
Barber, Linda
Grams, Gloria
Kollie, Marilyn
Medrano, Norma
CONTACT INFORMATION
100 W. SECOND ST., DIXON, IL, 61021
Hours: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
Main number: 815-288-9236
Transportation: 815-288-9236 (7 a.m.-5 p.m.)
E-mail: info@leecoaging.org
Online: www.leecountycouncilonaging.net and on Facebook
POST HOUSE BALLROOM 815-288-0892 Online: www.posthouseballroom.net
OUTREACH DEPARTMENT
Outreach services and free phones for hearing impaired
Committee members: Amanda Carroll, Greg Currens, June Fordham, Sami Wiggins, Alisa Wolf
LCCOA SENIOR TRANSPORTATION 815-288-9236
REAGAN MASS TRANSIT
Hours: 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday
888-239-9228 or 815-288-2117
Fares: (within zip code)
Ages 5 & under (must be accompanied by an adult): $1 one way Ages 6 to 59 years: $2 one way
Seniors or individuals with a disability: $1 one way (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)
Out-of-town trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 35 cents per mile, maximum $5.
Medrano, Victor Pratt, Jewelene
Qureshi, Nazir
Rhoades, Jeanette
Shipley, Neal
Sutton, Julie
Tackett, Diane
Tompkins, Gary
Wells, Mary Lou
1207 W. NINTH ST., STERLING, IL 61081
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday Information: 815-622-9230 Toll-free: 888-622-9230 Transportation: 815-625-7433 Email: info@wc-seniorcenter.org
Online: www.wc-seniorcenter.org and on Facebook. AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER (ADRC) 815-622-9230
OUTREACH DEPARTMENT
Outreach services and free phones for hearing impaired. Satellite locations are by appointment only. Please call 815-622-9230 to schedule your appointment.
WCSC BOARD MEMBERS AND OFFICERS
Karla Burn — President | Julie Morse — Vice President Paul Ahrens — Secretary | Mark Godsil — Treasurer Board members: Butch Hannan, Gene Jacoby, Lyndi LeMay, Chris Nolin, Marge Sadowski, John Booker WHITESIDE COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 815-625-7433
Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Fares: No charge for stops within Whiteside County, but a suggested donation of $2 is appreciated. Out-of county trips can be arranged, subject to availability, for $4. We don’t accept Medicaid at this time.
GOLDEN ECHO LCCOA
Generosity grows on trees
Our seniors extend a heartfelt thank you to Walmart for the beautiful brand-new tree that brightens our Lee County Senior Center!
A big hand for our helping hands!
A BIG thanks to LCCOA’s incredible volunteers — your dedication keeps us going! Pictured here is Tina, one of our amazing team volunteer making a difference every day.
DUES, DONATIONS & THANK YOUS
LCCOA welcomes members
Eric Johson
Bill Stover
Donna Wellman
Mary Joe Ridenhour
Jerome Wells
Teresa Wells
Linda Cook
LaVern Cook
Jackie Foust
James Sarver
Inga Sarver
Marilyn Shippert
Maureen Broers
Annie Grove
Debra Dickinson
Monica Hendricks
Dennis Hendricks
Nancy Surdez
Dale Smith
Connie Collier
A fun feud
Kayla from Dixon Rehab leads a lively session of Family Feud at the Lee County Council on Aging, held on the first Friday of every month at 11 a.m. Seniors compete, laugh, and enjoy the fun!
Kristina Maldonado
Donald Schrock
Susan Schrock
John Bauscher
Bonnie Bauscher
Mary Katharyn Stenzel
The Wellspring Medical Spa
Mike Devine
Patrica Lipps
Julie McGrail
Richard McGrail
Jane Thomas
Teresa Schmitt
Carolyn Bally
Dennis Ayres
Sandra Burris
Linda Dunphy
Rosalind Pate
Robert Stevens
Steve Lybarger
Sonya Lybarger
June Gascoigne
Jane Faber
Tonya Brooks
Ramona Kessel
Ronald Jacobs
Juanna Strom
Marilyn Sutton
Mark Webb
Laura Brooks
Terrence Christian
David Doctor
Nancy Doctor
Celesta Gibbs
Pamela Jhanas
Jean Palmer
Ron Weidman
Evon Weidman
Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters
Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations. A special thank you to all the wonderful supporters of LCCOA’s clothing drive who have donated anonymously.
McKenna’s Flooring Do it Best
Kreider
Center Stage
Rock River Garden Club
Lois Young
Betty Scarbrough
Dianne Frye
Gyrlee Kobler
Tina Maldonado
David Nelson
Dixon Library
Dixon Rehab
Discover Dixon
Amanda Carroll
Jeff Haub
Dorie Hoft
Greg Currens
June Fordham
Sami Wiggins
Kelli Chamber
Alisa Wolf
Nancy Gates
Lori Ludens
Bonnie Stradley
Terry Christian
Josie Whaley
Dixon Food Pantry
Glen Hughes
Joe Fornero
Maureen Broers
Cathy Reglin
Sauk Valley Food Bank
Reagan Mass Transit
United Way
NIAAA
Judi and Phil Callison
Help AT Home
In Home
Lumzy Yoga
GOLDEN ECHO
Weekly activities at LCCOA
Daily
Transportation — 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Call 815-288-9236 for doctor’s and dentist appointments, or trips to the drug store, grocery store, hardware store, beauty salon, barbershop, and trips to the Center.
Congregate lunches — Noon-1 p.m. Congregate meals from Lifescapes for those 60 & over. Call the day before by 10:45 a.m. to reserve your spot.
Library — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Stop by and see the new donation of books at LCCOA, courtesy of Dixon Public Library; self-checkout and return to receptionist policy.
DVD library — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Stop by and see the new DVDs at LCCOA, courtesy of Kreider; self-checkout and
return policy.
Beverage Center — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The coffee pot is always on at the Center, along with refreshing ice water. Check out our pop fridge fundraiser for accessibility repairs needed at the Center.
Mondays
Exercise with Brandan — Come join our free workout program! Check out our new additional equipment, thanks to Lumzy Yoga! Brandan is available to assist you with our recumbent exercise bicycles. Thirty-minute appointments are available 10-11 a.m.
Chair Yoga for seniors — 11 a.m.
Lunch — Noon to 1 p.m. (reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day).
Rummikub — 1 p.m.
Tuesdays
Pool table open hours — 9 a.m.-noon
Fresh produce — 10 a.m. to noon. Please bring your own bags
Lunch — Noon to 1 p.m. Reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day. Farkle (dice game) — Every week at 1 p.m. Tech Corner — Basics of smartphones/ laptops. Call Aaliyah for appointment ; she is back at college OSF meals — 3:45 to 4 p.m. Provided for the Lee County community
Wednesdays
Lunch — Noon to 1 p.m. Reservations needed before 10:45 a.m. for the next day.
Pool table open hours — 1-3 p.m. Chair yoga for seniors — 1 p.m.
Weekly activities at WCSC
Thursdays
Pool Table open hours — 9 a.m. to noon
Lunch — Noon to 1 p.m. Reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day. Chair Yoga for seniors — 1 p.m. Crafters — 1 p.m. OSF meals — 3:45-4 p.m. Provided for the Lee County community.
Fridays
Exercise with Brandan — Come join our free workout program! Check out our new additional equipment, thanks to Lumzy Yoga! Brandan is available to assist you with our recumbent exercise bicycles. Thirty-minute appointments are available 10-11:30 a.m.
For the latest updates and daily activities, please go to our “Whiteside County IL Senior Center” Facebook page
Bible study
Monday, Feb. 3 & 10 at 1 p.m. With Pastor Chris. This group is non-denominational and open to anyone.
Film Friday
Friday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, and 28, at 12:30 p.m.
We have a great lineup of films, and you can’t beat delicious fresh-popped popcorn!
Computer/technology assistance
Monday-Thursday 8:30-11:30 a.m.
For specific appointment for one-on-one time, call the Center and speak with Neal.
Bunco
Monday, Feb. 10, and 24, at 12:30 p.m.
Triad
Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 11 a.m.
Triad is a group of many local agencies in Whiteside County that come together to plan events for seniors in our community as well as brainstorm ways to engage and interact with our seniors! Anyone is free to
join and give ideas!
Bingo
Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 12:15 p.m. — with Karla from Resthave and Wednesday, Feb. 26 — with Lyssa from Heritage Woods.
Great prizes and lots of fun! Please bring a $1 donation for the Food Pantry.
Euchre
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 11, 18, and 25, from 12:15-3:45 p.m.
Foot clinic
Wednesday, Feb. 5 and 12, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Please call Deb at 815-213-0324 or Sharon at 815-718-5294 to set up an appointment.
Food pantry
Every Thursday from 1-3 p.m.
Effective Feb. 1, sign-ups start at 11 a.m., and you must be here in person to sign up. Everyone is able to go through the closet weekly to get meat and other great things!
Hand and Foot card game
Thursday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, and 27, from 12:30-3:45 p.m. This will take place in the dining room.
Knitting Club
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 11, 18, and 25, from 12:30-3:45 p.m.
Learn to Quilt
Monday, Feb. 3, 10, and 24, from 1-3 p.m.
Line dancing
Friday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, and 28 — advance classes from 10-11 a.m. /beginners from 11 a.m.-noon)
Mexican Train Dominoes
Friday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, and 28, from 12:30-3:45 p.m.
Pinochle
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:30-3:45 p.m.
Pool table
Tuesdays from 1-3:45 p.m.
Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-noon Thursdays from 1-3:45 p.m.
Yoga
Tuesdays and Thursdays- 10-1 a.m.
Class accommodates all levels of balance, intensity, and range of motion. The Center can provide a yoga mat and chair if you do not have your own. See you there!
Jeopardy
Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 12:15 p.m.
Wheel of Fortune
Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 12:15 p.m. With Kim from Citadel and Chris Meier from Rock River Hospice.
Vets coffee
Thursday, Feb. 13, at 9 a.m.
PLEASE NOTE: We will not be having a large Veterans Breakfast through the winter months. We will have coffee and donuts each months until the spring. Stay tuned for the date!
GOLDEN ECHO
Blood pressure clinic
Monday, Feb. 3, and Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 10 a.m.-noon
Offers the first Monday and third Tuesday of the month. No appointment necessary.
Workout Wednesday
Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 11 a.m.
Cheryl Moeller, owner of Centerstage Dance Company for 37 years, teaches a fun workout class at her studio, and she will be bringing it to us at LCCOA. To attend, bring two canned goods to use as weights during the workout and then donate them to LCCOA’s essential cupboard after the workout. The full body movement and gentle workout includes senior-friendly cardio. Alternative movements offered if needed, such as knee-friendly versions of a move. Cheryl likes to mix it up each class with different music, props and moves so you never know what you will get going into her class! Cheryl’s motto is “You gotta keep movin’ to keep movin’”
Family Feud
Friday, Feb. 7, at 11 a.m.
Special Events at LCCOA
Sponsored by Dixon Rehab Writers
Group
Monday, Feb. 10, from 1-3 p.m.
Writers and want-to-be writers meet the third Monday of the month in the dining room at LCCOA. Please note the date change this month, due to the Center being closed on Feb. 17. Bring a short life story, essay, poem, or other work to share. Everyone is welcome!
New York trip meeting
Monday, Feb. 10, at 6 p.m.
Lora Carlson from Collette will be at the Senior Center with details on our New York City trip in September. Come and listen, whether you are already signed up, are thinking about it, or just want to hear about it!
Free breakfast
Friday, Feb. 14, at 10 a.m.
A free community breakfast — then stay for Bingo.
Bingo
Friday, Feb. 14, at 10 a.m.
Coffee with the mayor
Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 9 a.m.
Enjoy conversation, a cup of coffee and donut with the mayor
Line dancing
Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 11 a.m.
Beginner classes with Cheryl from Center Stage
Breakfast Club with Brandan
Friday, Feb. 21 at 9 a.m.
Help Brandan as he leads seniors on a tour of Lee County breakfast shops. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and what a great way to get out into our community and make friends; then come back to the Center to play Wheel of Fortune! To go, you must be a senior and be responsible for your own bill and transportation. RSVP to 815-288-9236.
Wheel of Fortune
Friday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m.
Do you enjoy solving the puzzles while watching Wheel of Fortune? Come to the
Special Events at WCSC
For the latest updated and daily activities, please go to the Whiteside County Senior Center Facebook page.
Mocktail Monday and Memory Card game
Monday, Feb. 3, at 12:30 p.m.
Join us for a yummy mocktail and a game, with Devon.
You won’t regret it!
Bible study
Monday, Feb. 3, and 10, at 1 p.m.
This will be led by Pastor Chris.
Breakfast Club
Friday, Feb. 7, at 9 a.m.
At Ana’s Café, 901 First Ave., Rock Falls. We have a great group of ladies in this group, but we are always looking to grow and form new friendships! We hope to see you there!
Make-and-take Tuesday
Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 12:30 p.m.
Trip meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 10 a.m.
Please join us to share all of your new trip ideas and hear of the places we will be heading to in 2025!
Free meal
Friday, Feb. 14, at noon
Our FREE meal is back! Bring your best singing voice as we will also be serving birthday cake from Citadel while we sing karaoke!
WCSC CLOSED
We will be closed on Feb. 17 to observe President’s Day. We will reopen on Feb. 18 at 8 a.m. — see you then!
Coffee, cookies and convo
Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 12:30 p.m.
Please join Devon and our other members for this great social event. Sometimes getting out to have a cup of coffee and a delicious cookie can cure the winter blues! See you then!
Center and win prizes. (If you wish to buy vowels bring quarters!)
The Price is Right
Friday, Feb. 28, at 11 a.m.
Sponsored by Heritage Square. you can win prizes by guessing the price of the items without going over! Immediately after we will serve lunch to those 60 and over (reservations needed for lunch).
Birthday cake
Friday, Feb. 28, at 12:30 p.m
Reservations needed for lunch
Foot Clinic
Tuesday, March 25
Fancy Feet will be at the Center to trim nails and give foot massages. The cost is $25. Call Deb at 815-213-0324 for appointment.
Tuesday and Thursday night free dinners
LCCOA will host free dinners, donated by OSF Hospital, for all the Lee County community. Dinners will be available — for take-out only — from 3:45-4 p.m. on a first-come basis
WCSC will host Glam shop
STERLING — Hey, gals, want to glam it up? Whiteside County Senior Center, 1209 W. Ninth St., will host a Valentine and Glam Pop-Up Shop from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. The event will feature appetizers and beverages, and a photo booth will be set up. The following vendors will set up shop at the event …
• Make-and-take flower bouquet — Katy Selmi
• Pampered Chef by Angela
• Mud and Moo Boutique
• The Violet Veranda — Dallas Knack
• Ravens needles (piercings) — Jaden Dahlstrom
• Bracelets by Bahr — Sam Bahr
• Color Street Nails — Dawn Castillo
• Holly’s Charm Bar — Holly Behrens
• Essential Bodywear — Robin Duncan
• Chickens and Scratch Tallow Company
— Julie Bridges
• Massage — Chloe Marie
• Bling Bling Queen (jewelry, flowers and more) — Michelle French
