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Wilmington Senior Center

1901 N. Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 651-3400
www.wilmingtonseniorcenter.org
info@wilmingtonseniorcenter.org

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Non-Profit Organization
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Wilmington, DE
Permit No. 430

A Community for Life!
September 2014 Happenings
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WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTERS
MEMBERSHIP COUNCIL
YARD SALE

Saturday, September 6, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Table and Lot Spaces at $15.00 each
Come to Sell! - Come to Buy!
For more information, contact:
Marie Dash at 302-655-8979

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Wilmington Senior Center

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9/1

WSC Closed for
Labor Day
9/2
Breaded Flounder
Roasted Potato Wedges
Brussels Sprouts
Fresh Plum
Rice Crispy Treat
9/3
Herb Baked Chicken
Scalloped Potatoes
Peas
Split Top Roll
Banana
9/4
BBQ Pork Sandwich on
Whole Wheat Bun
Seasoned Greens
Cooked Apples
9/5
Pot Roast in Au Jus
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Carrots
Double Fiber Bread
Strawberry Banana
Yogurt Sundae
9/8
Turkey & Swiss on
12 Grain Bread with
Lettuce & Tomato
Tomato Vegetable Soup
Vanilla Yogurt
Mayonnaise
Crackers
9/9
Cheese Ravioli in
Spaghetti Sauce
Mixed Greens Salad
Double Fiber Bread
Apricot Halves
9/10
Meatloaf with Gravy
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Asian Blend Veggies
Double Fiber Bread
Tropical Fruit Salad
9/11
Chicken Salad Platter with
Lettuce & Tomato
Cream of Broccoli Soup
Ambrosia
Double Fiber Bread
Crackers
9/12
Tilapia with
Mediterranean Sauce
Lima Beans
Peach Cobbler

9/15
Chicken Marsala over
Whole Wheat
Penne Pasta
Peas
Blackberry Cobbler

**9/16**
Homestyle Beef Roast w.
Beef Gravy &
Mashed Potatoes
Peas & Carrots
Dinner Roll
Peach Cobbler
9/17
Tuna Salad
Salad Mix with Tomato
Lemon Green Bean Salad
Fresh Orange
Oatmeal Cookies
Split Top Wheat Roll
9/18
Ham & Swiss on
Club Roll with
Lettuce, Tomato & Onion
Carrot Raisin Salad
Chocolate Pudding
Mustard
9/19
Salmon with
Lemon Dill Sauce
Baked Potato
Key Largo Vegetables
Watermelon
Sour Cream
9/22
Hamburger w. Cheddar on
Hamburger Roll with
Lettuce & Tomato
Roasted Potato Wedges
Cantaloupe
Ketchup

9/23
Flounder seasoned with
Lemon & Parsley
Macaroni & Cheese
Stewed Tomatoes
Double Fiber Bread
Orange
Apple Cinnamon
Wafle Cookie
9/24
Turkey with Gravy
Sweet Potatoes
Green Beans
Mini Corn Mufin
Applesauce
Cranberry Sauce
9/25
Chicken Florentine with
Provolone, Parmesan &
Spinach
Roasted Potato Tidbits
Giant Goldish Graham
9/26
Meatball Sub with
Mozzarella Cheese
Italian Blend Veggies
Mixed Greens Salad
Applesauce
9/29
Fire Braised Pork
Baked Potato w. Cheddar
Brussels Sprouts
Split Top Roll
Cantaloupe
Horseradish Sauce
9/30
Tuna Salad Sandwich on
Kaiser Roll with
Lettuce & Tomato
Marinated Bean Salad
Diced Pears
Crackers

All meals subject to change. All meals contain 1% milk
Meals are ordered according to projected number; over that number, backup meals will be
available.
Suggested minimum donation for persons 60+ is $2.00 People under age 60 must pay $4.50.
City Fare Menu September 2014 CITY
Saturday Mid Day meals served at St. Anthonys
Sunday Mid Day meals served at St. Anthonys & St. Patricks Senior Centers.
Tuesday & Thursday Evening Meals served at St. Anthonys Senior Center


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MONTHLY ACTIVITIES September, 2014
* See more information
about presentations,
trips and activities on
the following pages.
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
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WSC Closed
for Labor Day
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9:00 Quilting
11:30 GRC Support Group
12:00 Bright Spot Ventures Farm Market*
1:00 Bingo
3:00 Red Hat Society Meeting
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9:30 Diabetes Prevention*
9:30 Strength Building
10:30 Wii Open Games
1:00 In-Place Walking
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10:00 Chorus
10:45 Bible Study
1:00 Bingo
6:00 Zumba Class
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1:00 Bingo
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8:45 Defensive Driving*
9:00 Commodity Food Delivery
9:30 Strength Building
10:00 Uno
10:30 Wii Bowling begins
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7:00 Delaware Primary Elections
9:00 Quilting/Knitting*
11:30 GRC Support Group
12:00 Bright Spot Ventures Farm Market*
1:00 Bingo
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9:30 Diabetes Prevention*
9:30 Strength Building
10:00 Members Council Mtg.
11:00 Members Meeting
10:30 Wii Open Games
1:00 In-Place Walking
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10:30 Members Picnic*
6:00 Zumba Class

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10:30 Pictionary
Competition*
1:00 Bingo
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9:30 Strength Building
10:00 Phase 10 Game
10:30 Wii Bowling
1:30 Line Dancing Class
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9:00 Quilting
10:30 Chair Exercise
11:30 GRC Support Group
12:00 Bright Spot Ventures Farm Market*
1:00 Bingo
4:00 Board of Directors
5:30 GRC-LINKS Program
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9:30 Diabetes Prevention*
9:30 Strength Building
10:30 Wii Open Games
1:00 In-Place Walking
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10:00 Chorus
10:00 Presentation on
Life Center*
10:45 Bible Study
1:00 Bingo
6:00 Zumba Class
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9:00 Beach Day , Rehoboth*
1:00 Bingo
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9:30 Strength Building
10:00 Rack-O Game
10:30 Wii Bowling
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9:00 Quilting
9:30 Cowtown Trip*
9:30 Older Workers Event
10:30 Chair Exercise
11:30 GRC Support Group (out of bldg.)
12:00 Bright Spot Ventures Farm Market*
1:00 Bingo
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9:30 Diabetes Prevention*
9:30 Strength Building
10:00 Cancer Support
Presentation*
10:30 Wii Open Games
11:15 Birthday Party
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9:00 Flu Shots
10:00 Chorus
10:45 Bible Study
1:00 Bingo
6:00 Zumba Class
6:00 Guest Bartender
Fundraiser*
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9:15 Green Dragon Market*
1:00 Bingo
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9:30 Strength Building
10:00 Rummikub
10:30 Wii Bowling
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9:00 Quilting
10:30 Chair Exercise
11:30 GRC Support Group
12:00 Bright Spot Ventures Farm Market*
1:00 Bingo

* See more information
about presentations,
trips and activities on
the following pages.
Daily:
Word Puzzles, Cards,
Dominos and Games;
Exercise and Computer
Rooms open. Pool table
located in Exercise Room.

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ACTIVITIES
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WSC: Experts at Living Well
Gretchen Broadwater, Activities Coordinator (651-3424)

SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL SENIOR CENTER MONTH: EXPERTS AT LIVING WELL!
ACTIVITIES & PRESENTATIONS
8 Defensive Driving Refresher Course, 8:45. Refresher class is a 4-hour course. Make
checks or money orders payable to AARP and brought to class. Instructors do not accept
cash. Fee is $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. Please sign up in
the Activities Book at the front desk. Bring drivers license and AARP membership card.
Wii BOWLING TEAMS begin the 2014-2015 season during the week of September 8. If
you are interested in being a team substitute, please see or call Gretchen (651-3424).
9 Knitting Class, 9:00. A knitting class will begin on Tuesday, September 9 in the Board
Room during the Quilting class. Well start with a choice of a simple scarf or hat. Please
sign up in the Activities book located at the Front Desk.
12 Pictionary Competition, 10:30. For a team of 4 or 5 members to compete in this fun
and fast-paced game of guessing whats been drawn. No art talent needed.
18 Presentation on Life Center, 10:00.
19 Presentation by Cancer Support Community, 10:00
25 Flu Shots, 9:00-12:00. Please bring ID and Medicare Card. Those not on Medicare
should bring their medical insurance card and payment required by their insurance.
29 Thanksgiving Ball. Tickets ordered and paid for by August 29 will be distributed
beginning September 3. No other tickets will be available through Wilmington Senior
Center. You may contact the Mayors Office of Constituent Services at 576-2489 to find
out if tickets are still available at their office.
TRIPS
11 WSC Reunion Picnic - see flyer on page 11 for more information
17 RSVP Luncheon - by invitation only
19 Beach Day in Rehoboth, 9:00-3:30. Cost is $12.00 for transportation.
23 Cowtown Trip, 9:30. Cost is $4.00 for transportation.
26 Green Dragon Farmers Market, 9:15-3:30. Cost is $10.00 for transportation
SNEAK PEEK

We would like to arrange another CarFit opportunity this fall.
If you are interested in taking part in this free program, please sign up at the Front Desk
or contact Gretchen at 651-3424.
October
3 Booths Corner & Bethel Church Thrift Shop
4 Old Brandywine Village Fair
55+ Hayride & Bonfire (no kids) New Castle County at Carousel Park
6 WSC trip to Harringtons Midway Casino (advance tickets only)
17 Wellness & Health Fair, Hockessin Community & Recreation Center, Hockessin
23 Lifetime Achievement Award Celebration

November December
4 Election Day Christmas Dinner Dance (date to be
10 Defensive Driving 4-hour Refresher Class announced)
14 Kit Kat Club (Variety of Acts), 16 Holiday Play at Absalom Jones
Claymore Senior Center Senior Center
16 Mayors thanksgiving Ball 18 Christmas Light Tour & Old Country
(advance tickets only) Buffet (date is tentative)
18 Cowtown
21 Festival of Trees

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SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS

5 Samuel Swann, Annette Turner, 18 Edgar White
Lee Zickgraf 19 Jenny Bernadel, John Highberger,
6 Tillie Cheers Joseph McCants
8 Veneree McNair 20 Joanne Young
9 Thelma Lyght 22 Arthur Cunningham, Eleace Stacey
10 Tony Bernadel, Ronald Grooms 24 Sylvia Golden
13 Rev. Barbara Jones 25 Carla Douglas, Toni Ibrahim
14 John Gadsden, Atherleen Gooding 29 Betty Camper, Shirley Murray
15 Regina Brothers 30 Marie Walter

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY INVITATION
If your birthday is this month, please join us at the monthly birthday celebration on
September 24 at 11:15 a.m.-2:00. Lunch is free for members (not for staff-unless a
member) who are celebrating their birthdays this month.

Please call 651-3400 to make a reservation by Wednesday, September 17 so well have
enough meals. You must call because you wont be automatically included in our lunch
count.
(City Fare sends Birthday cake only for those who have ordered lunch.)

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS:
Barbara Brown and Delise Ellegood

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
If you are interested in volunteering with us at Wilmington Senior Center,
please complete a volunteer application and submit it at our Front Desk.

COLLECTING SPECIAL ITEMS
Recycled eyeglasses and hearing aids for the Lions Club and soda can tabs for Ronald
McDonald House. Please leave them with Gretchen. Thank you for your continued support

SUGGESTION BOX
If you have ideas for programs, activities or changes,
please write a note and put it in the lobby suggestion box.

MORNING COFFEE
Coffee for members is provided by City Fare and we ask that you limit it to two cups each.
Other items such as bread, muffins, coffee cake, butter, jelly, cream cheese, etc. are not
provided by either the Center or City Fare. Those items are sometimes available from
donations by members. If you enjoy having a morning snack, you might consider bringing
an item to share. Please remember that Marshas priority each morning is organizing the
kitchen for delivery of home-bound meals and the Centers noon meal; not putting out
snack items.


WSC RESUMES REGULAR SCHEDULE beginning Tuesday, September 2:
Our regular schedule is...
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Many seniors find it hard to make ends meet. Some have found a way to stretch their
dollars. Seniors use couponing, sale shopping, and low cost alternative items, but
sometimes cutting back still is not enough.

Sometimes what it takes to make ends meet is more income! There are many options for
seniors to increase their income. What is important is to find the option that works for you.
Common options include:

Senior Community Service Employment Program Looking to work with an
organization that makes a difference? Eligible seniors work in this program 20 hours per
week with an organization serving the public.
Starting a Business Are you experienced in a particular area or field? You may be
interested in being your own boss and doing the work you have done for years
Turn a Hobby into Income Do you love babies, pets, or gardening? Do you like
woodworking, repairing things, or yard work? You can certainly turn those interests into
income with a little effort and marketing of your services.
Part-time Job Would you like to work, but dont want to return to a 40 hour work
week? A part-time position may be a good fit for you.
Renting Out a Room Do you have an extra bedroom available in your home? If so, a
paying tenant can produce some serious income.
Miscellaneous Opportunities Get paid for shopping, giving your opinion and more.
The opportunities for this are not always available, but when they are, the demands and
time commitment are often low.

So many options with various levels of demands and opportunities work with a Financial
Coach, free of charge, to decide on what options you like best and find good opportunities
for you. Call 302-651-3427 today.

Need help with budgeting and saving? Want a free economic checkup?
See Kathleen or Jenna of $tand By Me 50+
or call them at 651-3401 or 651-3427.

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CAREGIVERS CORNER

CAREGIVERS CORNER: Flu + You
Everyones immune system typically weakens with age, making it harder for us to fight
infection and disease as we get older. As a result, adults aged 65 and oldereven those
who are healthy and activeare more vulnerable to influenza (commonly known as the
flu).
1. People 65 and older should not wait for flu season to start to get their annual
flu shot. Get vaccinated as soon as possible when vaccine is available because the
bodys immune system and its ability to fight illness decreases with age, meaning older
adults are more vulnerable to the flu and its related complications.
2. There are a few vaccine options available, and some have been developed for
specific stages of life. In addition to the traditional flu vaccine (which helps protect
against three strains of the flu virus), there is a quadrivalent vaccine (which helps
protect against four strains), and a higher dose vaccine that is designed specifically for
adults aged 65 and older. By improving the production of antibodies in older patients,
the higher dose vaccine can provide a stronger immune response to influenza than
traditional vaccines.
3. The flu can be easily passed from person to person, so its important that those
who spend time with older adults, such as family and caregivers, also get
vaccinated. An annual flu shot is a Medicare Part B benefit. This means that the vaccine
is covered with no copay for Medicare beneficiaries 65 years of age and older. Talk to
your health care provider today about the dangers of the flu, the benefits of annual
immunization to help protect against the flu, and the best flu vaccine option to meet
your needs.

Flu shots will be available at Wilmington Senior Center on 9/25.

Grandparent Support Group meets
Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Caregiver Support Group meets
second Thursday of the month at 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Group will NOT meet in September.
Funding for the Caregiver Resource Center comes from
the Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities
as a result of the National Family Caregiver Support Program, Title III-E of the Older Americans Act.
Support for Caregivers...
is available from our Caregiver Resource Center call 651-3420 for more information.
SOCIAL SECURITY SERVICES
You may set up a My Social Security account on-line to access your
information via www.socialsecurity.gov.

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HEALTH & COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Human Services Fair
Friday, September 5, 9:00 a.m. to noon
Mid-County Senior Center in Delaware National Guard Headquarters
in Sherwood Park II, Wilmington, DE
Many exhibitors - Flu Shots available
Admission is free

Food Distribution
at Shiloh Baptist Church
If you or someone you know needs food, please visit Shiloh Baptist Church
at 215 W. 23rd Street on the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
For more information please contact Shiloh Baptist Church at 655-5315.

A Community Health Fair
will be held at Shiloh Baptist on
Saturday, September 6.

Old Brandywine Village
Summer Twilight Concert Series
Sunday, September 7 at 6:00 p.m.
Crabmeat Thompson - folk music

Bring chair or blanket to the plaza behind the Hercules Building at 1313 N. Market Street.

The Face of Addiction: Across the Ages
(4th Annual Symposium)
Saturday, September 27, 2014
7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington, Delaware
Register Now: http://tinyurl.com/FaceofAddiction

FREE! Resource & Information Fair
Easter Seals

Saturday, October 25, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Easter Seals Delaware & Marylands Eastern Shore
61 Corporate Circle
New Castle, DE 19720

Providing information on assistive technology for you or your loved one.

Annual Dementia Conference
Alzheimers Association
Wednesday, November 19 in Dover

Featuring Keynote Speaker: Steven R. Sabat, PhD, researcher, author and renowned
professor of neuropsychology at Georgetown University.

Call 800.272.3900 for more information and to register. Registration opens September 2014.

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THE SASSY CARDINALS
invite you to join them for a
Day of Fun in New York City
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Cost is $78.00 per person
Bus departs Wilmington Senior Center at 8:00 a.m. and returns at 8:00 p.m.

Please make checks & money orders payable to: Sassy Cardinals
Deposit of $30.00 per person is due ASAP.
2nd Deposit of $25.00 per person is due by August 25, 2014
Balance is due by September 9, 2014

ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

For more information please contact:
Mattie McBee at 302-762-2478
Betty West at 302-652-0406

HARRINGTON CASINO

JOIN THE WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTER ON

MONDAY, OCTOBER 6
DEPART 8:30 AM
RETURN WILMINGTON 5:15 PM

ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY - $27
TICKET DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 15

PHOTO ID REQUIRED TO RECEIVE PERKS

CHECKS PAYABLE TO: WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTER

PERKS: $10 MACHINE COUPON & FREE BUFFET*

Contact Person: Gretchen Broadwater 651-3424
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TICKETS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE IF A WAITING LIST EXISTS
THEN A TICKET CAN BE TRANSFERRED

(*Casino perks are subject to change.)

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Please bring small bills to pay for trips and lunches since the receptionists cannot make change
for large bills. (Nothing larger than a $5.00 dollar bill)
WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTER
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Meal Reservations 651-3400
Must be made by 12:30 p.m. the day prior to the meal
Cost: $2.00 60 and older; $4.50 for under 60
Bus Transportation 651-3400
Must be made by 8:00 a.m. on the day of pickup

Activities Coordinator 651-3424
Gretchen Broadwater
Pay for trips Tuesday-Friday, 10:00-noon & 1:00-2:00

Cares and Concerns of Members 655-2528
Irmina Hudson

Supportive Services
Grandparent Resource Center
Caregiver Resource Center 651-3420
Patricia Anderson-Rice

$tand By Me 50+
Financial Coaching and Economic CheckUp
Kathleen Andersen 651-3401
Jenna Fenstermacher 651-3427

Employment Services 651-3440

Lafayette Court 651-3429
Regenia Rochester

City Styles Thrift Shop Donations 651-3460

Administration 651-3460
Sue Getman, Executive Director
Beth Ray, Executive Secretary


LUNCH RESERVATIONS
Lunch reservations for all members and staff
must be given to the front desk by 12:30 the day
prior. Once a lunch is ordered you are responsible
for its payment. If you need to cancel after lunch
has been ordered, call right away. We will then
know the meal is available if anyone else wants to
purchase it. If the meal is not sold, you will need
to pay for it. Unsold meals are billed to the Center
at the $4.50 price.



TRIP RESERVATIONS
Please sign up and pay for trips/events by the
designated deadline. Your bus seat is guaranteed
only when the fee is paid.
If the minimum number of participants is not met
by the deadline the trip/event will be cancelled
and payment will be returned. A late fee will be
imposed on those not meeting the deadline date
providing the trip/event has a sufficient number
registered.
Current WSC members are placed first on the
Centers 16 passenger bus for day trips. Non-
members may attend a day trip if there are
unpaid seats after the trips deadline.
Remember to make suggestions for activities!

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Recent Donors
Pauline Anderson
Nancy Blance
Gretchen Broadwater
Sandria Burton
Chesapeake Community Advisors
Bebe Ross Coker
Lucy Cung
Arthur Cunningham
Jeanie & Douglas Hayes
Denise Hindes
Mary Huff
Laura Jones
Richard & Catherine Julian
Julia Katz
Melissa Kenny
Michael Kozikowski
Annabelle Kressman
Lucy McLamb
Nettie McLaughlin
Charles McNeil
Preferred Tax Service
Dana Price
David Roselle
Fred Sears
Aloma Thompson
Hazel Tolbert
WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTER APPRECIATES:
JOIN US FOR OUR
MEMBERS REUNION
RED, WHITE & BLUE PICNIC!
Thursday, September 11
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10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Brandywine Park - Picnic Area 2
Shuttle between Center and park
available throughout the day.

FOOD FUN FRIENDSHIP
Hot dogs & hamburgers Croquet & Bring a chair or
Chicken Horseshoes sit at a picnic table -
Baked beans & salads Games stay as long as you can!
Yummy desserts Family Feud


SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESK
OR CALL 651-3400
TO SAY YOURE COMING
and tell us what youll bring.
SIGN-UP DEADLINE: September 8
th

SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL SENIOR CENTER MONTH:
Help us celebrate!
SENIOR CENTER MONTH
SIGN UP TODAY!