September / October 2017

Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs

Active Aging Week is back! This year’s celebration will run September 25 to September 29. Join us as we celebrate active adults ages 50 and older and promote the benefits of leading an active, healthier lifestyle.Attend the Orientation session on Monday, September 25, at 11:30 a.m. to hear the ins and outs of all the activities we have planned for the week. The rest of the week is packed full of eventful sessions to keep you busy. The Great Parks Naturalist will be joining

us, and Nurse Jean will be returning. A few new sessions include Walking Plinko, Silver Sneakers, and a special guest on Monday Evening. We finish the busy week with a social where everyone is invited to enjoy games, give-a-ways, activities, and light appetizers. It’s going to be a fun, educational, and fit week! Hang the calendar below on your fridge, and we’ll see everyone at Active Aging Week. If you have questions about any of the activities, don’t hesitate to let us know.

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Family MudQuestA Muddy Good Time!

Saturday, September 9 1:00 p.m.Get down and dirty in the 'Dale with family and friends! Springdale will host the 5th annual Family MudQuest before the start of the ComeUnity Bash. Participants of all ages will slop their way through a muddy and fun obstacle course. Crawling through mud pits, over hay bales, and down the slippery slope are just a few of the challenges in this messy and exciting family event. Everyone is welcome to participate or come out and watch. Pre-register by September 3 to guarantee your FREE event t-shirt.

ComeUnity BashPromises to be a Fun Day for All!

Saturday, September 93:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Be sure to mark your calendar for Saturday, September 9th to join your neighbors and friends for a day of fun-filled activities at Springdale’s 5th annual ComeUnity Bash. There are outstanding entertainment opportunities for all ages and best of all it is all free of charge! The event is from 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Community Center.The Cincinnati Circus will be back with their amazing “Big Show” with performances at 4:30 p.m and 6:30 p.m. The act includes aerial acrobatics, a flying trapeze, magic and much more. There will also be a host of other family friendly activities like a climbing wall, games, and of course the very popular petting zoo. You can get up close and pet live farm and exotic animals. Children can even enjoy the free pony ride carousel. The petting zoo will operate from 3 p.m – 7 p.m.There will also be a series of three bands performing in the amphitheater beginning at 3 p.m with the Safire Express Band. They have been a mainstay in local music for over 20 years, playing a unique blend of contemporary, classic rock, 50’s & 60’s tunes, and country standards that appeal to all generations. Following them at 5 p.m will be one of the area’s most popular country rock bands, The Danny Frazier Band. They characterize their music as a little bit blues, a little bit soul, a little bit Rock & Roll. They perform original music, authentic country, and music of Americana. Returning this year will be the extremely entertaining show band “2nd Wind” performing 7:30 p.m.– 9 p.m. They are one of the most sought after show bands providing a concert level performance. They offer Smooth Jazz, R & B, Pop, classic Rock, and Funk. We hope to see you at the ComeUnity Bash this year! Pack a picnic lunch or take advantage of the reasonably priced food and refreshments available through our local service organizations.

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Country Western Line DanceThursdays 1 p.m.

Beginning September 7 A brand new country western line dance with an all new instructor. Open to anyone who wants to learn to dance or broaden their existing dance horizons. Line dancing is a great way to have fun and exercise all at the same time. Singles and couples are welcome. Casual dress, soft soled shoes, and a willingness to have fun required! $5/per class.Call Judy at 513-520-2784 for more information.

SilverSneakers FlexWednesdays 11:30 a.mBeginning September 6

Who says you have to be a kid to have fun with your friends? This strength & cardio class is a low-impact class designed to help improve muscular endurance and cardio stamina. FREE for SilverSneakers members (non-SilverSneakers members: $3/per class). Call Melanie at 513-324-6173 for more information.

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Cincinnati Memories #2Thursday, September 14 2:00 p.m.Rescheduled from August 10Let’s continue the second part of our virtual tour of the Downtown Cincinnati area. We will visit Music Hall, Chester Park with stops at the inclines, Crosley Field, Eden Park and a ride on the Island Queen to Coney Island. Come join the adventure down memory lane. Register by September 13 at the front desk or call 346-3910.

This & That programs are open to the public.

FreeProgram!

Halloween Bingo!Tuesday, October 31 1:00 p.m.

One of our favorite events of the year returns, Halloween Bingo. There will be games like the Big H (Halloween), and the Witches Hat. Come in costume. We will have prizes and special Halloween treats. Register with payment of $5.00 at the front desk or call 346-3910 by October 24.

Let's Play EuchreThursday, October 19 1:00 p.m.

All level of players are welcome. We will have tables for beginners to learn the game and tables for those more experienced to play, bring a partner, come alone, or bring a whole table of friends. We are looking for players that can help out at the beginner tables. If interested, let Donna know.

Register at the front desk or call 346-3910 by October 16.

Craft Day - Kusudama FlowersTuesday, September 12 1:00 p.m.

What are Kusudama Flowers you ask? They are beautiful paper flowers anyone can make by using special origami techniques. Please bring a pair of scissors, all other materials will be supplied. Come enjoy! Register by September 8 at the front desk or call 346-3910.

Technology 101September 9, 16, 23, 30

Take advantage of this opportunity for private instructions on your iPad, smart phone, notebook, or other mobile devices. Instructions on the computer in the Senior Lounge are also available.Appointments are 45 minutes in length on Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 11:30 a.m.Participants should bring their fully charged mobile device with them to the appointment. To secure a convenient time, register early with payment of $3.00. Please one appointment per person.

Oktoberfest LuncheonThursday, October 12 12:00 p.m.

Don’t be a Sour Kraut. Join us for a great Oktoberfest Celebration! We will have an Oktoberfest special meal of Sauerbraten, over noodles with potato pancakes and of course decadent German chocolate cake for dessert. Entertaining us for the afternoon will be Sally and Joe Lukasik with some enjoyable music. So come feiern (celebrate) with us! Register with payment $7.50 members and $10.00 guests before October 9.

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Calendar!Active Aging

WeekSeptember 25

thruSeptember 29

Monday-Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a .m . - 9:00 p .m .Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a .m . - 5:00 p .m .Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00 p .m . - 9:00 p .m .

Holiday Hours Monday, September 4 (Labor Day) - Closed

Community Center HoursFitness Center & Indoor Track open at 6:00 a .m .

Monday - Friday

Prime Time DinersWednesday, September 20

Longhorn Steakhouse7711 Voice of America Centre Dr

Wednesday, October 18Trinity Pub

8953 Princeton Pike

Meet at the restaurant at 6:00 p.m. Please register by the Friday prior to the date.

Refrigerator ReminderSeptember4 CLOSED Labor Day 9 1:00 p .m . Family MudQuest9 3:00 p .m . ComeUnity Bash 12 1:00 p .m . Craft Day - Kusudama Flowers RD 9/814 2:00 p .m . Thursday’s This & That RD 9/13 20 6:00 p .m . Prime Time Diners RD 9/1525 11:30 a .m . Active Aging - Orientation25 11:45 a .m . Active Aging - Nurse Jean 25 12:00 p .m . Active Aging - Box Luncheon25 6:30 p .m . Active Aging – Elvis is in the Building 26 11:00 a .m . Active Aging – Walking Plinko 26 1:00 p .m . Active Aging – Backwoods Buffets27 11:30 a .m . Active Aging – SilverSneakers Flex27 1:00 p .m . Active Aging - Medical Identity Theft28 11:00 a .m . Active Aging – Cooking Demo 28 1:00 p .m . Active Aging – Country Western Line Dancing 29 11:30 a .m . Active Aging – As The Story Goes 29 2:00 p .m . Active Aging - Social

October12 12:00 p .m . Octoberfest RD 10/918 6:00 p .m . Prime Time Diners RD 10/1319 1:00 p .m . Euchre RD 10/1631 1:00 p .m . Halloween Bingo RD 10/24

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