Central Area Senior Center Nov/Dec Newsletter

THE CONNECTOR November - December 2021

Central Area Senior Center Newsletter

500 30th Ave. S. Seattle. WA 98144

Greeting om the Director, A Year In Review Throughout 2020 and 2021, CASC was able to adapt our programming and activities to be er serve seniors during a challenging year. Owing to the Coronavirus and the need for spatial separation, CASC adapted all programs and activities to serve seniors. No longer could we offer congregate meals as a mainstay for socialization or our regular programs and activities. We shiſted our Community Dining lunch program to a take -out and delivery program.

We added grocery deliveries to our lineup. We consulted with King County Public Health and Pharmacists to figure out how to avail our members with Coronavirus testing and later when shots became available how to facilitate ge ing our members vaccinated. Presently we are offering Booster Shots. In 2020, we finally came to agreement on the negotiated language, terms and conditions for the transfer and sale of the building and property.

Mayor Durkan recommended a transmi al of the property to the Sea le City Council, and they unanimously voted to affirm the transfer of the building and property to us with the agreed upon terms. Board President Barbara Peete, board member Winona Hollins -Hauge, and I went downtown on December 15 th to the City’s office of Department of Finance and Administrative Services. The ownership papers for the building and property were signed by me with the title given to Central Area Senior Center. It now belongs to us.

In reflection the arduous journey of fiſty-one years was over. We are launching a “New Journey” to honor the work of those who started the journey by cementing and securing their legacy as we create our own legacy of ensuring the future of the building, property, programs, activities, and vision of where we are going rooted in the knowledge of the journey to date, our victories, and our collective responsibility to safeguard the Central Area Senior Center for those who are yet to come . This is an all-hands-on deck effort, each one of us must help move us forward in Celebrating our Successes and in being Stewards willing to offer their time, skills, knowledge, financial and human resources to the Central. It will take our collective and organized energy to maintain and create the desired future we seek together.

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The ongoing safety of our members, visitors, volunteers, and staff requires that you be fully vaccinated to participate in classes, events, and activities. Masks are a requirement to be in the building. Upon your entrance into the building, we will take your temperature.

Thank-you for your cooperation!

CENTER CLOSURES THIS QUARTER Thanksgiving and day after, November 25th and 26th Christmas Holiday Season, New Year December 20th, 2021, to January 3, 2022

Joan Ervin takes photos, CASC Photographer Pictures can be viewed at www.Casc.smugmug.com

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About Central Area Senior Center

"Ours is the struggle of a lifetime, or maybe even many lifetimes, and each one of us in every generation must do our part." — John Lewis The Central Area Senior Center {CASC), aka {The Central), legacy of community service began in 1968 when African American civic activists observed that the Central District needed a place for our elders to meet and socialize. They leased the empty property at 500 30th Avenue South and petitioned the City to support this vital community need.

The City responded. In 1975, Mayor Wes Uhlman used money supported by Washington's voters to buy the property and lease it to The Central. He wrote in a letter to the City Council that this purchase would establish a "permanent home" for The Central.

From our beginnings, we knew The Central would be a place of support, community, fellowship, and celebration.

That is still our purpose, and we intend to hold onto it long into the future. Beginning in 2014, with fresh and determined leadership, The Central launched a drive for full self-determination and petitioned the City Council in 2018 for ownership of the building and property. The City Council responded with a Resolution to do just that. The community showed up in force to demand the Council approve the transfer. Letters poured into the Council and the Mayor's office in support as well. CASC supporters really showed their commitment when The Central had to raise $55,000 in a single week to meet a City deadline.

The members and community raised over $106,000 in that week.

It took two more years of additional advocacy efforts on the part of the members, community, and friends, however, in the era of Black Lives Matter, the Mayor agreed to transfer the title to us. At the end of 2020, the City Council passed an ordinance, which Mayor Durkan signed, transferring the property deed to us on December 15, 2020.

CASC engages and enriches the communities of mature and older adults in Seattle's Central District and the African American elder population throughout the Pacific Northwest through programs and opportunities that help people live rich, healthy, and fulfilling lives as they age 4

surrounded by a beautiful setting and in a culturally diverse and fun environment.

Our mission is to infuse warm friendships, healthy activities, and joyful experiences into the lives of mature adults. Activities include exercise programs, computer classes, card games and clubs, dance classes, recreationaltrips, food, fun, laughter and much more.

CASC also serves as a neighborhood gathering place for non-profit, civic, and social organizations. A rich diversity of neighborhood groups and individuals access the centerdaily. They come to participate in community meetings, attend wedding receptions, birthday parties, Green Dolphin Lounge, extraordinary events and to hear from the Mayor or a City Council member at a Candidates Forum, a Leschi Community Council meeting and/or a Seattle Central Area Neighborhood District meeting.

On any given day reflected at the center is the rich diversity, of age, race, class, culture, gender, and diversity of thought. As a community gathering place, CASC engages, serves, and bridges the gaps of the historical founders of the center and that of new and emerging community’s while celebrating what each one brings to a changing community landscape.

CENTRAL CAFE Cafe Central, CASC's in house-kitchen, serves hot meals, cooked from scratch five days per week. On Soul Food Tuesday's members and guests delight in an assortment of tradi onal Soul Food Cuisine. At monthly Birthday Lunches, those celebra ng birthdays eat free, select a gi of choice, and can dance to 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's R & B, Jazz, and Party Blues by Mr. Cliff Produc ons.

CASC MEMBERSHIP

Annual Membership dues are $60.00. You can pay any me throughout the year on a revolving basis and are good for twelve months. You can pay ($5.00) monthly to reach the full $60. Dues include subscrip on to The Connector and discounts on programs and extraordinary events including Green Dolphin Lounge, the Annual Seafair Pa o Party, a Family Friendly event, the Annual Holiday Gala, and field trips.

Life me Memberships are available for a payment of $500.00. Life me Memberships are also revolving (They need not be specific to a January – December calendar). You can make payments weekly ($10), monthly ($42), quarterly ($125.00) and/or in one payment of $500.00 by Cash, Credit/Debit or Checks. Life me Members receive special recogni on in newsle ers and communica on pieces, discounts on CASC programs and ac vi es. Life me Members a end extraordinary events full of surprises that may include guest speakers and presenta ons along with other ambiances of food and entertainment. Please use the registra on form on the last page of The Connector to join today. Allow 4-6 weeks for the processing of your membership form.

Metro Bus Informa on CASC is on Metro bus route #14. Get off on Jackson St. at 30th Ave South. Walk one block south to The Central.

Non-Discrimina on Policy We do not discriminate against clients, applicants, volunteers, or employees based on race, color, creed, religion, gender or gender iden ty, age, na onal origin, marital status, sensory or physical or mental handicap, poli cal ideology, or sexual orienta on. Reasonable accommoda ons for persons with a disability is made by the organiza on.

CASC Policy Statement: The classes and workshops offered at the Central Area Senior Center are useful and informa ve. We do not endorse any products or programs. It is the individual's responsibility to make informed decisions regarding these issues.

HOURS AND CONTACT INFORMATION HOURS OF OPERATION

CONTACT INFORMATION

Monday: 8:30AM-5:00PM Tuesday: 8:30AM-5:00PM Wednesday: 8:30AM-5:00PM Thursday: 8:30AM-10:00PM Friday: 8:30AM-5:00PM Saturday: Special Classes, Programs, Events Sunday: Closed. By Appointment Only 5

Address: Phone: Fax: Website:

500 30th Avenue South Seattle, WA 98144 206.726.4926 206.323.9928 www.casrcenter.org

Central Area Senior Center Vision Statement Within the next five years, CASC is recognized as the premier non-profit organiza on serving mature and older adults within Sea le’s Central District and the community. Much like "A Great Street," CASC is the place of choice for mature and older adults and the community to access and par cipate in Health and Wellness programs, grab a bite to eat, learn and acquire new and enhanced knowledge and skills while socializing and having fun with people diverse in their ethnicity, life experiences and economic obtainment. CASC has a growing and diversified funding base of fees for services for trainings, workshops, programs and classes, annual memberships, sponsorships, and partnerships, en terprises, government contracts, contribu ons, and a vibrant facility rental business. CASC will have a $2 million budget, well paid professional staff, a 9-member board of directors, and opera ng reserves of six months. CASC will be highly acclaimed and awarded as a team of nonprofit professionals and dedicated volunteer leadership. C entral Area Senior Center will be a household name.

SPECIAL NOTICE: General Membership Mee ngs are the 3rd Wednesday of the month, 1 pm – 2:30 pm in the Dining Hall. Dian provides CASC updates. There is always Q. and A. to keep everyone informed and updated on recent and past developments. The November 17th mee ng will be our Annual Mee ng and the Elec on of the Round Table Board of Directors. Nomina ons from the floor for any Board Vacancy can be considered.

General Membership Mee ngs Membership mee ngs are held every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 1pm-2:30pm in the Dining Hall.

Join for membership updates and conversa on led by Director, Dian Ferguson. Nov ember 17 th will be the next Membership Mee ng. It will also be CASC’s Annual Mee ng and the Elec on of the Round Table Board of Directors. There will not be a December 22nd Mee ng. CASC will be closed.

We are going GREEN. Join us via email!

If you would like to start receiving your newsle er via email please send an email including your name to our Customer Rela ons Manager, Arianna at AriannaT@casrcenter.org. The Connector can also be viewed electronically on our website at www.casrcenter.org .

Online Dona ons Coming Soon!

The CASC website is being redesigned. Once completed, online dona ons to the Senior Center will be possible. You will easily be able to donate by going online to our website at www.casrcenter.org .

Any dona on you make, big or small, is appreciated.

CASC Pictures

Pictures taken at the Central Area Senior Center can be viewed online at casc.smugmug.com.

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Meet Anthony Cryer

Anthony Cryer is the newest staff member of the Central Area Senior Center. He joined the center in late spring as the Social Worker. Anthony was born in New Orleans, but grew up in the Central District of Seattle. He attended Franklin High School and maintains that school spirit in a mist of Garfield Bulldogs. Go Quakers is his motto. Following High School, he attended Warner Pacific University in Portland, Oregon.

In his free time, he enjoys fishing, traveling, and shopping. Anthony describes himself as compassionate, funny, and giving. He has worked as a Social Worker and Case Manager since 1990.

According to Anthony, “I like being a Social Worker because it combines the best aspects of respecting my fellow person with the ability to help people in a meaningful way.” “I find it extremely rewarding to be able to meet members, hear their concerns, and then take tangible steps to assist them in improving their circumstances through life transitions.”

During each office visit, my goal is to instill confidence in my client and to let them know that I am always available to them if they have concerns or, need support. As a member of the Central Area Senior Team, I feel lucky to be a part of a program that is willing to go the extra mile for the community. I am generally available Monday-Friday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Call (206) 726.4926 or email me at Anthonyc@casrcenter.org.

I can help with the following: • Case management • Senior Housing • Caregiver Support • Memory Loss Resources • Mental Health Referrals and Support • Home Care Options • Medicare/Medicaid • Legal Referrals • Emergency Assistance When asked how he was liking CASC so far, Anthony replied, “I love it! I love the History; I love the energy and I love the work. I look forward to coming into the Center every day because for me I learn something new every day. I have learned that “No matter what, every Member has a story, and what’s on the table in front of you isn’t always the issue at hand.”

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When asked if he had anything else he would like to share, he said; “YES! My two proudest moments were when one of the Members made the comment “Man! You are easy to talk to, this place is like a second family! and Secondly, “Seeing my mom find new life as a Volunteer at the Center.”

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY GALA SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11TH, 6 PM – 10 PM

FEATURING: E UGENIE JONES AND BAND Tickets: $80/$100/$120/$150 – Lifetime, Annual, Non-Member The Central, 500 30th Ave. S., Sea le, WA 98144 No Host Bar & Appetizers, RSVP at 206-726-4926, Aſter 5 A ire

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Central Area Senior Center

CASC VALUED STAFF MEMBERS Abdinasir B. Mohamed, Bookkeeper, Email: Abdinasir@casrcenter.org Annie Harper, Quil ng and Sewing Instructor, Email: Annieh@casrcenter.org Anthony Cryer, Social Worker, Email: Anthonyc@casrcenter.org Anthony Herts, Chef, Email: Anthonyh@soundgenera ons.org Arianna Toussaint, Customer Rela ons Manager, Email: AriannaT@casrcenter.org Boyce Johnson, Maintenance Supervisor Dian Ferguson, Execu ve Director, MPA, Email: Dianf@casrcenter.org Ronnie Jones, Outreach, Email: Ronnie@casrcenter.org Rony Nunez, Administrative Assistant II, Email: Ronyn@casrcenter.org Selah Brown, Program Coordinator, Email: Selahb@casrcenter.org

CASC ROUND TABLE BOARD OF DIRECTOR’S Barbara Peet, Board President Sylvester Hill, Vice President Nancy Gratton, Secretary/Treasurer Cliff Holland, Member Winona Hollins Hauge, Member Joan Paulson, Member Dr. Juana Royster, Member Elaine Williams, Member

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New Staff Member: Rony Nunez, Administrative Assistant II

struggle women go through, and the privilege he has as a man in this society.

"That's why I take me to understand what women go through and try to help them."

Rony is also a new father to a baby boy who is teaching him things he did not know about himself.

Rony’s background makes him suited for his role as the Admin. Asst. II. Being Garifuna, he expressed that it was hard for him to find his place here in America. However, being around the seniors here at The Central, Rony has been "reborn."

"When I came here to the Central Area Senior Center, they started calling me an old soul because I understand where they're coming from. The things they grew up with, I grew up with; the struggles that they were going through, I went through."

It is this connec on he has with our elders that makes him suited for his posi on. His experience with non Rony Nunez joined us in July. He is a recent graduate of profits, as a recep onist, and a career specialist helps as the University of Washington with a degree in Marke ng well.

Minor, in Non-Profits. Born in Guatemala, Rony is immensely proud of his Garifuna heritage, an AfroWhen I asked Rony how he liked The Central so far, he Indigenous people residing in Caribbean countries. thought that "like" was not the right word to describe his experience. He LOVES everything about working here. He "I am really into my culture, and I enjoy educa ng people loves connec ng with our members and hearing their about us. In history, people focus more on Black people stories of the past. being slaves, but they never talk about or consider other groups who migrated from Africa, rebuilt and became "A lot of the me in society we're trying to figure out their own state." how to change the world, but we never stop to just sit with an elder and understand what they went through He loves to share the story of his people who managed to just to get us where we are; the smallest changes that become independent despite being enslaved. they made in the past."

Rony is the only boy in his The stories give Rony hope for the future of Black family he has five sisters. people in America.

This gives him a dual perspec ve on life: as a woman and as a man. He has a better understanding of what it is like to be a woman in the world. Coupled with his own male perspec ve, it gives him an apprecia on of the different 11

New Staff Member: Abdinasir Mohamed, Bookkeeper Abdinasir's skills in management and accoun ng have transferred over well to his current posi on at the Central Area Senior Center. He likes people and finds that he always learns new things from the people he interacts and talks with.

Abdinasir Mohamed joined the team as Bookkeeper earlier this year. He has been in Sea le since 2018 and loves it here.

Abdinasir grew up in a small town in Somalia.

With his father's promo on he moved his family to the capital city. A er finishing high school, he moved to India and received his Master's in Business Administra on. His dad hired him back to Somalia.

He stayed for some me before star ng his own freigh ng business in Kenya transpor ng goods to and from different East African countries.

"I learn from people all the me; the experience helps me to work in the United States. In management, I deal with the customer as well as my employees. When I came to the US, I transferred some of my experience from my other jobs in Somalia, such as management and it helped me here in the US." What Abdinasir appreciates most about working at The Central is our mandate to always help other people. This culture reminds him of common African tradi ons to not live as an individual but as a community.

Abdinasir moved to Minnesota in 2007.

"In my long-standing tradi ons, if somebody has a problem, that problem belongs to the whole community. The community must sit together and produce a solu on for a par cular issue. When I came h ere, I see people are family.”

"When I came it was snowing; this was the first me in my life I saw snow.”

In Minnesota, he gained experience at a non-profit, Lutheran Social Services handling payroll and administra ve du es. A conference for work brought him to Sea le. He had no inten ons of staying. But he liked the weather; it reminded him of the climate at home. Friends convinced him to move to Sea le.

In the Somali culture, the community takes care of the elders as well, like we do at the senior center.

"They take care of us when we were a child and then they raise us as one of theirs. That is what I like about coming here, the way staff treat the people and the way the people .

"I never thought I would leave Somalia, but I liked this state and I want to stay here for the rest of my life.”

Seeking to upgrade his educa on, Abdinasir returned to school and received another degree in Accoun ng and Business Administra on. He specialized in Finance at Highline College and Central Washington University. The company where he worked, Worldwide Flight Service did not have an accoun ng posi on for him. He saw the adver sement at CASC seeking a bookkeeper and applied. "It's a good place to work, I've met nice people. My col leagues are good, it's a good environment.”

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Central Area Senior Center

CENTRAL CAFÉ, Monday – Friday 12 pm - 1 pm THE CENTAL CAFE OFFERS HOT and NUTRITIOUS MEALS EVERY WEEKDAY. During 2020 and 2021, CASC adapted our meal services to a Take-Out and/or To-Go model owing to COVID-19 during a challenging year. We continue to offer this model of service. By January 2022, we are planning to reintroduce congregate meals during the lunch hour and to phase out meal deliveries.

SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5 FOR THOSE 60+ AND $8 FOR THOSE UNDER 60.

A VEGAN OPTION LUNCH IS AVAILABLE IF REQUESTED A DAY IN ADVANCE. ALTERNATIVE DESSERTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR DIABETICS AND LOW-FAT DRESSINGS ARE AVAILABLE. Please plan to bring bills no larger than $10, as larger bills may be difficult to change.

LUNCH POLICIES SIGN IN POLICY: Please make sure you sign in at the front desk when you enter the center during lunch.

TO GO and/or TAKE OUT LUNCH POLICY: Please call in to 206-726-4926 twenty-four (24) hours the day before lunch service to order a To Go and Take Out Lunch.

No take-out lunches will be available after 12:45 pm on the day you want lunch.

We limit Take-out lunches to a maximum of three (3) take-out lunches per individual order.

CHEF, designated volunteers, and staff can only enter the kitchen during the lunch hour.

Volunteers and lunch staff are eligible for free lunches on the days that they are assisting with lunch.

FREE BIRTHDAY LUNCH Every 4th Thursday we Celebrate Birthdays with a Free Birthday lunch for our members whose Birthday was during that month. Let us know you are Celebrating your Birthday. CASC Members enjoy a free lunch on the 4th Thursday of your Birthday month. The regular suggested fee applies for others.

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2021 Central Area Senior Center Programs Monday

9:00AM 10:00AM & 10:30AM11:30AM Enhance Fitness (Solarium) *** 9:15AM11:15AM *Dancing and Grooving’ 2 Health (Movement) (DH) *** 12:15AM2:15 *Dancing and Grooving’ 2 Health (Drumming) (DH)

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

10:00AM – 9:00AM 11:30 AM 10:00AM & Sliders 10:30 AM(DH) 11:30AM *** Enhance 11:30AMFitness 3PM (Solarium/DH) Social Bridge *** (Solarium) *** 1:00PM – 1PM–4:PM 4:30PM Central Quil ng Bingo (Solarium) (DH) ***

Friday

Saturday

9:15AM8:30 AM – 11:15AM 9:30 AM & *Dancing and Enhance Groovin’ 2 Fitness Health (Solarium/DH) (SOL) *** 10:00AM – 1PM-4:30PM 11:00 AM Bid Whist Sliders (DH) (Solarium/DH) *** 5PM-10PM Le E a King Bridge (DH)

1:00PM – 4:00PM Social Media Open Lab Technology Rm.

***MUST BE VACCINATED TO PARTICIPATE AND ATTEND CLASSES*** The ongoing safety of our members, visitors, volunteers, and staff requires that you must be fully vaccinated to par cipate in classes, events, and ac vi es . Masks are also a requirement to be in the building. We take temperatures when you enter.

Thank-you for your coopera on!

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Heath & Wellness Resources

Health Insurance Counseling Appointments *FREE* - Open Enrollment, Oct 15 to Dec 7 Do you need unbiased help determining what health insurance is the best and more affordable op on for you? Meet with CASC's SHIBA representa ve to get personalized informa on and compare plans to find the best op on. Call 206-726-4926 to make an appointment.

Anthony Cryer, Social Worker Schedule an Appointment Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 am – 4 pm.

Call 206-726-4926 to schedule!

FREE NO COST: 30-minute Session

Appointments available every 2nd and 4th Thursday appointments at 10AM, 11:30AM, 1PM

(Informa on, Referral and Assistance)

Members and Non-members, 50 + 60-minute Session (Applications, Benefit Forms, Problems) Member’s 1 st Priori es then Non-Members

Available Walkers. Canes, Wheelchairs (loan only) and Depends All sizes, SM, M, Lg., XL If you are in need of a walker or a cane, the Central Area Senior Center can help!

We have received numerous dona ons and are looking for people who are in need of these items. Call CASC at 206-726-4926 to verify availability!

Yes! I want to contribute to Central Area Senior Center (CASC) The Central, a place where each of us helps the other to live their best life.

□ $1,000 □ $500 □ $250 □ $100 □$50 □$25 Make checks payable to CASC or use your □ VISA □ MasterCard □ AMX Card Number Signature

Exp. Date

CSC #

Gift: Honor of/ Memory of: Name (As

to appear on donor list) Street Address

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RESOURCES Annual Meeting, Election of Officers and the Board of Directors November 17th, 1 – 2:30 pm, DH, Q. & A. with the Director

November is New Member and Membership Renewal Month. Renew Today, Join!

Refreshments, Beverages

Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels delivers nutri ous and delicious frozen meals to thousands of homes throughout King County each week. This service is available for home-bound people aged 60 or more to eat well and remain independent. For more information, contact Meals on Wheels at {206) 448-5767.

Minor Home Repair Are you in need of some minor home repairs? The Minor Home Repair program at Sound Genera ons offers affordable, lowcost maintenance for plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and disability access projects.

These services are available for Seattle, Bellevue, and Shoreline homeowners of any age who are on limited budgets or have moderate incomes. For more informa on, call {206) 448-5751.

Legal Services There are numerous resources available for free and low-cost legal services. The following resources can help you get started: Senior Rights Assistance & King County Bar Associa on 206 448 5720 Informa on & Assistance at Sound Genera ons 206 448 3110

Gold Card for Healthy Aging SeniorsSea le's Gold Card for Healthy Aging is a handy resource for Sea le and King County resident’s age Sixty and older. The card features the toll-free Senior Informa on and Assistance number — 1-888-4ELDERS {1888-435-3377) — and discounts on goods and services which is listed in a Special Discounts Directory. It also facilitates registration for senior nutri on programs throughout Sea le and King County. Pick up a card from the Central Area Senior Center today!

Transporta on Resources Hyde Shu le — The Hyde Shu le offers transporta on for seniors and people with disabili es to hot meal programs, medical appointments, senior centers, grocery stores, and other local destinations. For informa on call {206) 7276262.ACCESS —Access takes you anywhere a Metro bus or Sound Transit light rail goes at that me and on that day of the week. To request a reserva on, call {206) 205-5000.

Volunteer Transporta on — Volunteer drivers use their own vehicles to drive seniors to medical, dental, eye, foot care andother essen al appointments as well as wait with them un l they are ready to return home. Call {206) 448-5740.

Chicken Soup Brigade Delivers healthy, home-cooked meals right to your door and are 100% free of charge to those who qualify! Ques ons about services? Call at {206) 957-1600.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

To volunteer, please call 206.726.4926.

Recep onist– Answer phones, sign up members for classes, collect fees, make reminder calls and greet people as you smile.

Office Work– Assist with administra ve and clerical du es, mailings, and data entry.

Kitchen Support – Help Chef with lunch prep, package To Go/Take Out lunches, wash dishes and help clean up.

Grocery Program– Assist with packaging grocery totes for the Holidays; deliver groceries to members.

Green Dolphin - Star ng at 3 pm on third Fridays of the month help set-up, provide kitchen assistance, help prep appe zers, package appe zers, and serve, 6 pm - 8 pm; event clean up, 9 pm - 11 pm.

Facility Commi ee – Help plan for building improvements, parking lot, restrooms, li to downstairs, security upgrades and refurbishing’s.

Tuesday Bingo Helper - Bingo caller back-up, set-up/cleanup crew, call back number.

Facility and Landscaping Maintenance - minor building repairs, landscape upkeep, pruning, replace lights, Seasonal projects.

VOLUNTEERS - PLEASE SIGN IN AT THE FRONT DESK, WE WANT to TRACK YOUR HOURS! Thank you for your support and commitment to CASC!

Rent The Central for your next event!

Perched atop Leschi Bluff, the Central is the perfect venue for your next business mee ng or social event. We have three spacious rental spaces, each with breath-taking views of Lake Washington, Mt. Rainier, and the Bellevue Skyline.

Whether you are planning a party, mee ng, wedding, recep on, retreat—we can accommodate and make your event unforge able.

Tables: (15) 60-inch banquet rounds and (15) 72-inch x 32-inch rectangle tables

Chairs: 100+ chairs Linens: Round tablecloth colors: White, Black, Royal Blue, and Red. Rectangle tablecloth colors: White, Black and Red. $8 per tablecloth, $10 per round silver overlay, $15 Sta n $2 per seat cover, white, silver, black, red, $1 per ribbon.

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A big thank you for your donations to the Central Area Senior Center!

Dona ons of Cash $15,000 and Above Anonymous YWCA Safeway/Albertson All-In-Washington Sea le Founda on $10,000 - $14,999 Gail Hongladarom Mary Abrums Beverly J. Wagner * $5,000 - $9,999 Sylvester Hill Horizon House Dan Sanchez Dr. Juana Royster Greater Sea le Chapter of Links Annie Harper Bruce Baker Harvey Carol Peoples Proctor Carrie E. Peterson Denise Klein Dian Ferguson Dianne Ramsey Dorothy McIsaac Barbara Peete Gloria J. Leonard * Jackson Street Jazz Walk Harvey Sadis and Harrie Cody Wyman Youth Trust Shirley M. Johnson $1,000 - $4,999 Mt. Zion Women's Ministry John Lacoste John Seward Joni Wolfe

$1,000 - $4,999 Karen Fearn Mary Fields Michael S. Kischner Nancy Gallick William Etnyre Amgen, Inc. – Jesse P. Kerns Paul Harper Charles * & Eleanor M. Smith Verne e Stowers Diane & James Snell Arlington Carter Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church $500 - $999 Caroline Pelz – Elbow Circuit, LLC Daniel Duncan Eleanor Mar nez Smith Genevieve Benjamin Gilbert N. Pe Joanne Sco * Ventris M. Ingram * Anita L. Ingram Henry Nelson Jean Harris Kate * & John Barber John Williams Laura Bloz Lois Mar n Oscar Davis Our Beginnings, LLC Sadikifu Akina James Sandra J. Campbell Sea le Associa on of Club Women Shizuka Sue Miyano Judge Charles V. * & Lazelle Johnson King County Nurses Associa on 20

William Pi man Carol E. Corbin $300 - $499 Funseekers RV Club Ernest & Pat Dunston Network for Good Trudy Sano Narvella Jackson Phyllis & Clark Lowe Anne e L. Evans Alan Averill Carolyn Curry David Hill & Valerie D. Badon Donald Skoog D'vorah Kost Joan Paulson Evelyn Fairchild J. P. Chappell Jr. Janice Clark Janice Marsters Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. Thurston & Joyce* Muskelly Rosalind Woodhouse Emma Ruth Render Clifford Holland Norma McKinney Diane Morris Joan Pa erson Gloria A. Sandoz Kathleen Hubbard Carol Wells Norward Brooks & Viola Brooks Elma Horton Ben Bridge Employees

$300 - $499 Kathleen Nyhuis Lines General Contractors Lore a McIver Mary T. Henry Minnie Collins Nguyet Anh Tran Gladney Rev. Troy Carr Shirley D. Young Ronald E. Johnson Theo Mar n Theodora Mace Victoria Chappell Winona Hollins-Hauge Wrinkles in Time Charlese a McDowell Steven & Sarah Hauschka Ruth Lynch Jane Finch Shelley Gibson Ma e Taplin Muriel Moore Rose Dickson Ernes ne Robinson Francis Carr $100 - $299 Abe Bergman M.D. James R. Daniels Deborah Burton Jean Zatochill Ruth Banks Joan S. Saxton Gertrude Peoples Julia Doyle* Lorie Lucky Pat Flournoy Charles Gill Marvena Thomas Joyce E. Trader Renee Gladney Minnie Mae Fields* Nate Miles Tom & Nyra Gray Theresa Marie Floyd*

Van Slaughter Benester Fields Clarence T. Freeman Dorothy Woods Joanne Donohue Josephine A. Stokes Joyce M. Johnson Kaleb Greissi Leslie Umans Le E a King Bridge Bid Whist $5 - $199 Lilliantyne Fields Lindy Friedlander Lo e Hall* Louise LaDay Lowell Sever Loyle Brooks Maile Y. Jones Malver Haynes Marcola Nixon Margaret Briscoe Margaret Carter Margaret Lyles Marie McDaniel Marilyn Largy Mark Solomon Martha Brice Mar n Bisch Mar n McCune Marva Benjamin Mary Kizzie Mary L. White Mary P. Osborne Mary Pat DiLeva Mary Ruth Howard Mary Travers Maylin Fisher Melanie Amador Melvin Morgan Miriam M. Lippman Mozelle Pennington Muriel G. So li Myrtre F. Carter 21

Nancy Jones Nancy Palmer Naomi Sellers Nenna Magee Patricia D. Taylor Patricia Evans Patricia Hewi Patricia Lawson Patricia Shimomura Patricia Valen ne Paul Chappel Paul S. McGough Paula Johnson Phillip Hines R.E.B. Crea ve Alliance Ray H. Bradley Jr. Renate Oestreich Robert Anderson Robert Hall Roberta Langworthy Robin Schwartz Ronald McGowan Rosalie Johnson Rosario Maria Medina Rose Ann Orckon Ruby Holland Ruby Massey Sally Hu auer Sandra McGowan Sara Rolax Sarah J. E. Dean Sco Bender Selah Brown Selnelda Cox Shamsu Said Sharon Foster Shirley D. Young Shirley Harper Stephanie Johnson-Toliver Stephen Riggins Steven Denison Styne Slade Susan Fried Teresa Williams Terri Bean

Tiffany Evans Tolliver's Travels Tyrone Sheffey Velma Brooks Vera Owens Vera F. Pa erson Virginia Watkins Vivian Phillips Wanda Smith Wes Hall Jr. Wilhelmenia Traxler William C. Murphy Willie L. Campbell Willie Morrison Yvonne T. Starks Yvonne Thomas A. J. Dias Abuna Demoz Alan Cadwallader Alice F. Shumate Alma Chambliss An Unclu ered Mind Andrew L. Walker Angela Bartels Angela Malonsom Angela Toussaint Ann Johnson Ann Lawrence Ava Green Barbara Cemeno Barbara Dunshee Bennie Coe Bernade e Vinas Bernard Stowers Berne a Branch Bernice T. Traylor Bessie B. Thornton Be y L. Harrison-Jackson Beverly J. Kelly Bob Mackin Bonnie Thomas Brenda Mirasol Stallings Bruce P. Norman Callie Vassall Car Kieswe er

Carl Miller Carol V. Veatch Carol Gary Carol Hopkins Sibley Carolyn Hughes Carolyn J. Allen Carolynn E. Daye Charlo e Ruff Charlo e Wingo Cherie Proctor Cheryl L. Washington Cheryl Murphy Chris Kinsella Claire Petersky Clarence W. Ticeson Claude Jackson Claudia J. Webb Claudia Scipio Connie Coffman Dan Duffek Daniel Duncan Darren Gary Debra Harris-Branham Deidra Simmon Delbert Hall Denise Hamly Dennis Perkins Diane Edfast Diane Green Donald Mumford Donna (Polly) Schill Donna Sukel Doris L. Wooten Dority Howell Jr. Dorothy Woods* Duck Lake Investments Etsuko Mary Kawaguchi Earl E. Flowers Ed Dolfay Edward Singler Elaine J. Williams Elean Berry Elishebea Johnson Elizabeth Ohlson Ella Mae Boss 22

Ellen Z. Berg Ernes ne T. Thomas Ernie & Ann King Ethel M. Brown Eva Pa on Fabio Governato Faith Dwyer Felt Ob nario Floyd A. Richardson Floyd Grant Francis C. Wood Jr. MD Freda Burns Freddie Alliniece Taylor Freedom Socialist Party Gary Melonson Gavin Gary George Cur s George Staggers Georgia McDade Gerald Tortorice Ginny Larkins Gloria D. Ross Gloria J. Buren Gordon Shoji, Grace United Church Gracie Ryan Gwen Waterhouse Hana Peoples Hannah Yamasaki Henry McGee Jr. Helen Gilbert Hope Hensley Hua Hunn Inye Wokoma JA Miller-McDuffie J.W. Brown Jamie P. Johnson-Young Jamila Wasson-Pehan Jane T. Collins Jann Ma rup Jayn Foy Jeanne Stephens Jennifer Barne Jeri Harris Jill Salmi

Joan Bergman Joan Daniels Joan Eklof Joan Ervin Joan Smith JoAnn Smith Joanne Malone Jobyna Nickum Joe Ann Moore Johnie M. Randall Julian F. Hunter Julie Jacob June Michel Just Inspired Another Karen M. Hopper Karen Stringer Kathryn T. Keller Kathryn Thomas Kelsi L. Watson Kenilee Campbell Kenneth Archie Kibibi Monie Kiku Hayashi* Kimberly Williams King D. Mays* Krista Gemmell Harris Laura Osterbrock Laura Pharr Leanne Hall Lee Harper Leigh and Hank Beach Lenora Mae Viloria Fritzi Taylor Doris Hayashi Franklin Woods Merlean Locke Beverly A. Meinheim Mary Bogan Mabel Alexander Minnie Collins Jane T. Collins Willie Woods

*Members Who Transi oned Gi s Received in Remembrance of Them Alice R. Evans-Cox Gloria J. Leonard Melvina Jones Linda Rae Jones Julia Doyle Anne e Hall Beverly J. Wagner Kate Barber Judge Charles V. Johnson Ventris M. Ingram Rachel S. Pi s Joyce Muskelly Minnie Mae Fields Theresa Marie Floyd Judge Charles Smith Kiku Hayashi Dorothy Woods Bernice K. Price-Cameron Julia Mae Basse Janice Harbin Margaret Hardin Edith Lela “Peggy” Johnson Fannie Pearl Killingsworth (Mitchell) William Langworthy Daniel H. McDowell Jr. Gloria Toney Pitre Louise Slade Deems Akihiko Tsutakawa Lylliantyne (Tina) Fields Sarah Turner Edward “Sugar Bear” Wells Thaddeus Spratlan Millie Russell Every Life Has a Story; we Are grateful you Shared Your Story with Us. We fondly remember you In your transi on.

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In-Kind Dona ons Lewis Rudd, Ezell's Food Lifeline Safeway/Albertson's Safeway East John Steve Mullen, Owner Grocery Outlet Lowe's, Rainier Avenue Eunice Bias Bessie Thornton Genevieve Benjamin Anna Mays, Masks Deborah Burton Marvena Thomas Alfredia Lanier Verne e Stowers Joan Ervin Slyvester Hill Shirley M. Johnson All Vaccina on Volunteers All Special Event Volunteers All Green Dolphin Volunteers Delivery Volunteers for Meals and Groceries Grace United Methodist Church

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4. Who irst hosted Family Feud?

5. In telephone terms, what was a party line?

6. What does the irst W stand for in WWW? 7. In which country did the Internet start?

8. From Earth, where was the destination of the longest long-distance telephone call?

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