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VOLUME 18 • NOVEMBER 2025 • EDITION 11

At the Whiteside County Senior Center ...

We will host a steak and eggs Vets Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m.

We are strongly encouraging RSVP’s for this event!

We want to give a huge thank you to OnCall Imaging in Rock Falls, Sterling American Legion, Rock Falls American Legion, Resthave in Morrison, and all of the wonderful volunteers who help with the breakfast!

100 W. Second St., Dixon 815-288-9236 www.leecountycouncilonaging.net and on Facebook

1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling 815-622-9230 Find us online at www.wc-seniorcenter.org & Facebook

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GOLDEN ECHO From the LCCOA Executive Director

By Susie Welch

November brings laughter, tradition, and gratitude to the Council on Aging November at the Council on Aging is shaping up to be a month filled with laughter, community spirit, and the warmth of holiday traditions.

We’ll kick things off with a dose of humor as the Extension Office visits at 10 a.m. Nov. 25 to present The Funnier Side of Aging. A little laugh-

From the WCSC Executive Director

By Emily Hammer

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 Transpor-

ter goes a long way, and this lighthearted program is sure to lift spirits.

While Tom Wadsworth will be taking November off, we’re looking ahead to his next presentation on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 1 p.m. — “How Dixon Became Dixon.” Mark your calendars — you won’t want to miss it!

Caregivers, don’t forget our Support Group meets on Tuesday, Nov. 4. This is a valuable opportunity to share experiences, learn resources, and find encouragement in the company of others who understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving.

Later in the month, on Monday, Nov. 24, at 10 a.m., the halls of our Center will come alive with holiday cheer during our annual Deck the Halls event. Cookies and hot

chocolate — complete with all the toppings — will keep the decorators fueled as we transform the center into a festive wonderland.

Whether you come to show off your creative talents or simply enjoy the company, it’s always a highlight of the year. Together, we’ll prepare the Center for one of our biggest community celebrations: Santa’s Workshop and the Community Breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 6.

We also pause this month to honor the sacrifices of our nation’s veterans. In observance of Veterans Day, the Center will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11. While fresh produce distribution is canceled for the day, our regular activities — chair yoga, line dancing, Workout Wednesday, and access to exercise bikes — will be available the rest

of the month and continue to offer seniors a chance to stay active and engaged.

November reminds us that laughter, gratitude, and togetherness are at the heart of healthy aging. We invite you to join us in celebrating the season and making memories at the Council on Aging.

As the holidays draw near, I’m reminded of the strength of this community and the joy that comes when we gather, whether it’s for a laugh, a workout, or a cup of cocoa while hanging ornaments. Thank you for being part of our Council family. Your presence, your time, and your support make this Center not just a building, but a true home for seniors across Lee County.

See you soon, Susie

tation. The next board meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 12:30 p.m. in the dining room. See you then!

Thank you to everyone who has been coming for lunch! The turnouts have been great, and the food is always super yummy!!

our Certified SHIP Counselors help you find one that is suitable for your needs. Please call WCSC for an appointment.

Outreach

Caregiver tip

Appointments are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. For any questions, please call our Outreach Department at 815-622-9230, ext. 131.

Millions of people living in the United States take care of a friend or family member with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. No matter what kind of caregiver you are, taking care of another person can be overwhelming at times. One tip for caregivers: Be patient and try not to show frustration. Speak calmly. Listen to the person’s concerns and avoid arguing.

Golden Meals Golden Meals is a local nonprofit organization that provides $3.25 meals to our 60-plus senior community and $6.25 for our 59-andyounger 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’s newsletter.

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-

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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 815-622-9230.

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.

ALL SENIORS WELCOME — MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED! For more information on any of these trips, call the Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230.

Chicago APRIL 28-30, 2026 Join us for a three-day, two-night stay in Chicago, featuring with tours to the Museum of Science and Industry, 360 Chicago, a Skyline Cruise on Lake Michigan,

Navy Pier, Field Museum, and a night of dinner and entertainment! Please call Devon for more information!

We are working on a winter day trip — keep an eye out! Questions or comments about trips? Please call the Center at 815-622-9230.

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.

Myrtle Beach Show Trip PLEASE NOTE: THIS TRIP HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 2026 Trip includes evening 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. Also enjoy Barefoot Landing, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Visit the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade. This is a Diamond Tours trip.

Derry, sheepdog demonstration, Cider Farm tour, and Dublin. On the seventh day, we will ferry across the Irish Sea from Scotland to Ireland!

Cost per person until Nov. 15, for members and nonmembers: Single occupancy: $7,349 / Double occupancy: $6,149 / Triple occupancy: $6,049

CONTACT INFORMATION

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100 W. SECOND ST., DIXON, IL, 61021 Hours: 9 a.m.-4 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 Outreach hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

LCCOA BOARD MEMBERS & OFFICERS Dianne Frye — Chair | Marcus Cox — Vice chair Kelli Chambers — Board Secretary Board members: Amanda Carroll, Terry Christian, Greg Currens, June Fordham, Alisa Wolf LCCOA SENIOR TRANSPORTATION 815-288-9236 (press 1) 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.

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GOLDEN ECHO Upcoming Trips: WCSC

Discover Reflections of Italy

OCT. 28-NOV. 6, 2026 Trip includes 10 days and 9 nights, with 12 meals (8 Exploring Scotland and Ireland breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners). Highlights of the trip will MAY 14-26, 2026 include a visit to Rome, the Vatican museums, the Sistine Trip includes: 13 days and 12 nights in Edinburgh, Inverness, Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Assisi, Perugia, Cortona, Glasgow, Belfast, Derry, and Dublin, and 19 meals.

Florence, Venice, Murano Island, Lake Como, Chianti Highlights include: Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, St. Winery and a cooking class. We will stay overnight in Andrews, Loch Ness Cruise, Urquhart Castle, Distillery Visit, Rome, Perugia, Florence, Venice, and Como. This is a Glasgow, Belfast, Titanic Museum, Giant’s Causeway, Collette tour.

Cost person until April 29, 2026, for members and nonmembers: Single occupancy: $5,949 / Double occupancy: $4,949 / Triple occupancy: $4,899. A deposit of $698 will hold your seat. Please note: These rates do not include optional trip insurance.

Ask Us About Our Guaranteed Prearrangement Contracts To get on our email list for trips, let us know at trips@ DIXON AMBOY leecoaging.org. For more 204 S. Ottawa Ave • 288-2241 303 E Main St. • 857-2611 information call Cathy www.thejonesfh.com Reglin at 815 288-9236.

Jones Funeral Homes

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 | Chris Nolin — Vice President Lyndi Lemay— Secretary | Ronda Borgmann — Treasurer Board members: Joe Strabela-Bright, Pam Fluck, Le Hartman, John Booker, Julie Morse, Marge Sadowski, Gene Jacoby, and Butch Hannan 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.

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We had 60 Veterans at our Vets Breakfast in October.

See you all Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. for steak and eggs!

We had a full trolley for our trip to Galena!

Shopping, sightseeing, and good eats were had by all!

Business After-Hours THANK YOU to all of the volunteers who help with our weekly Food Pantry! We truly could not do it without you!!

Left: We co-hosted Business After Hours for the Sauk Valley Chamber on Oct. 17.

Congratulations to our basket winner, and thank you to all who attended!

Right: We LOVE to host with an amazing charcuterie board! We had great company, good eats, and drinks at Business After Hours!

DUES, DONATIONS & THANK YOU’S Cindy Barton Vickki Bryant Constance Dorathy Mary Foskitt

WCSC welcomes members

Sheryl Franklin Anita Hannigan Judith Heald

Charlotte Houzenga Almetia Johnson Sharon Meagher

Cindy Olson April Ransom Michael Ransom

Peggy Romanelli Ralph Romanelli Bonnie Stradley Bonnie Woods

Marilyn Kollie Chris Leisner Norma Medrano Victor Medrano Marilyn Meller Louann Meyer Becky Meyers Jewelene Pratt

Nazir Qureshi Jeanette Rhoades Don Riva Neal Shipley Diane Tackett Gary Tompkins Jon Wetzell Mary Lou Wells

WCSC volunteers and supporters THANK YOU’S Kim McMahon of Citadel Sami Wiggins of Castor Karla Burn of Resthave Chris Meier of Rock River Hospice Lifescape OnCall Imaging Sauk Valley Food Bank

Riverbend Sauk Valley Bank Volunteers Rock Falls American Legion Sterling American Legion Gene and Cathy Jacoby JoDawn Lehman Bob Schwindenhammer Sterling Woodworks — Scott Hibbard

Butch Hannan VOLUNTEERS Charles Atchley Linda Barber Barbara Becker Chris Brown Adela Cantu Larry Fisher

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LCCOA welcomes members Roger Belly Craig Cuolin Jan Gooch Doug Hoyle

Anita Marsha Beth Pool Judy Sharkey Becky Sjoerdsma

Dale Sjoerdsma Tina Treivio Wendy Willett

Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters Judi and Phil Callison Mary Barnett Mauren Broers Laura Brooks Amanda Carroll Kelli Chambers Terry Christian Marcus Cox Greg Currens Nancy Fifelski Dixon Food Pantry June Fordham Joe Fornero Dianne Frye Nancy Gates Mary Holder Laura Hoyle

Glen Hughes Mary Kathryn Stenzel Linda Kish Gyrlee Kobler Kreider Dan Leaka Roberta LeMoine Nancy Lohse Shirley Lohse Delight Hart Pitman Tina Maldonado Kathy Marine Sarah Mayer David Nelson Cathy Reglin Mary Thomas Nancy Wadsworth

Tom Wadsworth Josie Whaley Alisa Wolf Allure First Assembly of God Church Help At Home Discover Dixon Dixon Library NIAAA Reagan Mass Transit Dixon Rehab Lumzy Yoga Rock River Garden Club Heritage Square Center Stage Sauk Valley Food Bank United Way

Travelers from the Lee County Council on Aging enjoyed two unforgettable adventures this year: One, to the bustling sights of New York City, where they visited Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, and Central Park; and another to the stunning landscapes of South Dakota, exploring Mount Rushmore and the beautiful Badlands National Park.

The Lee County Council on Aging Board President and Executive Director team up to add a fresh coat of paint to the ramp leading to the Post House Ballroom, part of ongoing efforts to improve accessibility and keep the historic building looking its best.

One dedicated crafter traveled all the way from out of state to join the fun and spend time with her girls during the Lee County Council on Aging’s event.

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GOLDEN ECHO Special Events at LCCOA Bingo

Friday Nov. 14 — 10:30 a.m.

Sponsored by Allure. Win valuable prizes and stay for lunch, served to those 60 and over (reservations needed for lunch).

Writers Group

Monday, Nov. 17 — 1-3 p.m.

Writers and want-to-be writers meet every third Monday, this month in the dining room at LCCOA. Bring a short life story, essay, poem, or other work to share.

Everyone is welcome!

Beginners line dance with Cheryl Wednesday, Nov. 19 — 11 a.m.

Wheel of Fortune

Friday Nov. 21 — 11 a.m.

Do you enjoy solving the puzzles while watching Wheel of Fortune? Come to the Center and win prizes. Want to buy vowels? Bring quarters!

Breakfast Club with Brandan

Friday, Nov. 21 — 9 a.m.

Help Brandan as he leads a group of seniors in a tour of Lee

Day and Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27 & 28, for Thanksgiving.

County breakfast stops once a month. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and what a great way to get out into our community and make new friends — then come back to the Center to play Wheel of Fortune! The only requirement is you must be a senior and be responsible for your own bill and transportation. RSVP to 815-288-9236

Community breakfast fundraiser

Deck the Halls

Santa’s Workshop

Nov. 24 — 10 a.m.

Come decorate the Center for Christmas. Cookies and hot chocolate with all the trimmings will be served.

Saturday, Dec. 6 — 10 a.m.

In the Posthouse Ballroom

Saturday Dec. 6 — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tom Wadsworth presents Monday, Dec. 9 — 1 p.m.

Popcorn will be served

Healthy Aging

Tuesday Nov. 25 — 10 a.m.

Sponsored by Extension Office. Looking at the funny side of aging

Foot clinic

Tuesday Nov. 25 Fancy Feet will be at the Center every month to trim nails and give foot massages. Cost is $25. Call Deb at 815-2130324 for an appointment.

Price is Right

Friday Jan. 23, 2026 — 11 a.m.

Sponsored by Heritage Square. This is a great opportunity to win prizes by guessing the price of the items without going over! Immediately after we will be serving lunch to those 60 and over (reservations required for lunch).

Birthday cake

LCCOA CLOSED

Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 — 12:30 p.m.

Sponsored by Help At Home

The Center will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Labor

Special Events at WCSC Mocktail Monday and Memory Card game

Monday, Nov. 3 — 12:30 p.m.

Join us for a yummy Mocktail and a game with Devon — you won’t regret it!

Breakfast Club

Friday, Nov. 7 — 9 a.m.

We will be meeting at Hardees in Rock Falls.

Bible Study

Monday, Nov. 10 & 17 — 1 p.m.

This will be led by Pastor Chris.

This will be out LAST Veterans Breakfast of the year.

From December thorough May, we will host Vets Coffee and Donuts!

Make-and-Take Tuesday

Tuesday, Nov. 18 — 12:30 p.m.

Join Devon for a craft to take home or for a gift for someone!

Trip meeting

Tuesday, Nov. 18 — 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 2026!

Sober seniors

Friday, Nov. 14 — Noon Our free meal will be followed by karaoke and birthday cake.

Monday, Nov. 24 — Noon Seniors often need support to maintain sobriety. The Senior Center is a great place with compassionate employees who are able to interact with clients and help them get the resources they need to stay healthy and sober.

Vets breakfast

Coffee, cookies and convo

Free meal

Friday, Nov. 14 — 9 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 25 — 12:30 p.m.

Please join Devon for this great social event. See you then!

Board game bonanza Tuesdays — 12:30 p.m.

Join us every Tuesday to play some board games, have a snack, and meet new friends! If you have a favorite game you like to play, you are more than welcome to bring that in for us to play! See you then!

Phone-friendly Friday Fridays — 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Need some help with that pesky cell phone? Each Friday, Devon will be available to answer any questions or help with things on your iPhone or Android cell phone — no appointment needed!

WSCS CLOSED We will be closed on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day and Nov. 27 & 28 for Thanksgiving.

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Weekly activities at LCCOA

Daily

Transportation — 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call 815-288-9236 for a ride to doctor and dentist appointments, drug stores, grocery stores, hardware stores, beauty salons, barber shops, and trips to the Center.

Congregate lunches — Noon-12:30 p.m.

Congregate meals from Lifescapes for those age 60 and over. Call the day before by 9:45 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 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! 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 12:30 p.m. (reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day).

Rummikub — 1 p.m.

Tuesdays

Pool table open hours — 9 a.m. to noon

Fresh produce — 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Please bring your own bags Lunch — Noon to 12:30 p.m. (reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day).

OSF Meals — 3:30 p.m.

Provided for Lee County community.

Wednesdays

Lunch — Noon to 12:30 p.m. (reservations needed before 9:45 a.m. for the next day).

Pool table open hours — 1-3 p.m.

Chair toga for seniors — 1 p.m.

Thursdays

Pool table open hours — 9 a.m. to noon Lunch — Noon to 12:30 p.m. (reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day).

Chair yoga for seniors — 1 p.m.

Crafters — 1 p.m.

OSF meals — 3:30 p.m.

Provided for 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. Thirtyminute appointments are available 10-11:30 a.m.

Lunch — 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day).

Euchre — 12:15 p.m.

Mexican Train Dominoes — 1 p.m.

Weekly activities at WCSC For the latest updates and daily activities, please go to our “Whiteside County IL Senior Center” Facebook page

Bible Study

Monday, Nov. 10 & 17 at 1 p.m.

Come one, come all! This group is nondenominational and open to anyone! The more the merrier!

Film Friday

Nov. 7, 14 & 21 — 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.

If you would like a specific appointment for one-on-one time, please call the Center and speak with Neal.

Bunco

Monday, Nov. 10 & 24 — 12:30 p.m.

Bingo

Wednesday, Nov. 12 & 26 — 12:15 p.m.

Bingo is a blast: great prizes, great people, and lots of fun! See you there! Please bring a $1 donation for the Food Pantry.

Euchre

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 18 & 25 —

12:15-3:45 p.m.

Foot clinic

Wednesday, Nov. 5 & 12 — 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 — 1-3 p.m. (sign-ups start at noon, and must be in person) Everyone can go through the closet weekly to get meat and other great items!

We are needing grocery bags, so if you have any we’ll gladly take them! We will host a double Food Pantry on Nov. 20!

Wanting to learn a new skill? Our quilting group is happy to lend a hand with getting started!

Line dancing

Friday, Nov. 7, 14 & 21 — Advance classes 10-11 a.m. / beginners 11-noon Our line dancing group is moving and grooving with a great group of people lately! Not too sure about dancing? Pull a chair up and watch all of the fun and listen to great music!

Mexican Train dominoes

Friday, Nov. 7, 14 & 21 — 12:30-3:45 p.m.

Pinochle

Hand and Foot card game

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday — 12:30-3:45 p.m.

Knitting Club

Mondays 9-10 a.m. \ Tuesdays 1-3:45 p.m. \ Wednesdays 9-10 a.m.

Thursdays from 1-3:45 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 6, 13 & 20 — 12:30-3:45 p.m.

This will take place in the dining room!

Tuesday, Nov. 4 18 & 25 — 12:30-3:45 p.m.

Learn to quilt

Monday, Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 — 1-3:45 p.m.

Pool table Yoga

Tuesdays & Thursdays — 10-11 a.m.

This group is growing and has really become a large event! This yoga 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, Nov. 5 — 12:15 p.m.

Eat your Smarties and head over to the Center to put your skills to the test!

Wheel of Fortune

Wednesday, Nov. 19 — 12:15 p.m.

Buy a vowel and solve our puzzle!

See you then!

Vets breakfast

Friday, Nov. 14 — 9 a.m.

Please join us for breakfast, sponsored by OnCall Imaging in Rock Falls, Sterling American Legion, and Rock Falls American Legion! Thank you for your service!! This month will be steak and eggs! RSVP’s are GREATLY appreciated!!

Board game bonanza

Tuesdays — 12:30 p.m.

Join us every Tuesday to play a new board game and meet some new friends! Have a game you love to play and want to share it with others? Bring it on in and teach us how to play!

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