Members of the Center Piecers display the beautiful hand appliqued Snow Man Quilt they made. Members were responsible for one or two squares of the quilt. Raffle tickets are $1and available at the Front Desk. Drawing will be held Friday, December 14 so winner will be able to enjoy it during the holidays.

Snow Man Quilt Raffle

Come join us for lunch and a Fall Fashion Show on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 11 am, at the Whidbey Golf & Country Club. Update your Fall wardrobe and holiday apparel with fashions from The Dress Barn.

Door Prizes! Tickets are on sale for $25.00 at the Front Desk of the Oak Harbor Senior Center. Bring your friends and join us. Benefit for the Oak Harbor Senior Center.

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Love Later In Life: the challenges and rewardsIn this free interactive seminar you will take away skills

and knowledge about how to approach new relationships or deepen the relationship you have. Some of the topics

discussed will be:• Is it too late to learn

how to better communicate with your partner?

• What can you do about issues that are still there?

• How do you start dating in your 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s and how is it different than your 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s?

• How do you deal with an unhappy marriage versus leaving and being alone and lonely late in life?

• If you choose to stay, how do you work with a marriage that hasn’t worked for you in a long time?

The seminar will be held Monday, Nov. 26 at 1 pm at the Oak Harbor Senior Center with Jerome Rosen, M.Ed., LMFT. Jerome has over thirty years of experience as a child, couple and family therapist. He brings a broad expanse of training and experience to his work. His approach focuses on his clients’ strengths and values. The format of seminars and workshops he offers are ideal settings for you to build skills and knowledge. RSVP by calling 279-4580.

HELP FOR THE UNPAID CAREGIVER“I need a break!” When a caregiver shows signs of

burnout, help is as close as the nearest Family Caregiver Support Program. The unpaid caregiver is the focus. This is a blessing for a caregiver responsible for helping another adult in the family with personal care needs, making meals or reminding about medications. One of the most used service of FCSP is the Respite Program, but there are also consultant services such as counseling and RN services. The Respite Program gives you a break where you can leave for a few hours and a trained person can care for your loved one in your home. Caregiver

support reduces personal stress, stops negative self-talk, communicates your needs to family, doctor and others and deals with tough caregiving decisions, sets goals and develops practical problem solving. Another excellent resource is the Family Caregiver Handbook which is available free of charge. If you would like to talk to a FCSP specialist to determine if this program fits your needs, make an appointment with the Senior Services of Island County Representative Pati Brigman. She can be reached at 360-675-0311. Her office is located in the Oak Harbor Senior Center located at 51 SE Jerome Street in Oak Harbor.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

FLU SHOTS Naval Hospital Oak Harbor will be holding their annual beneficiary flu clinics on Nov. 1 and 8 from 1-6 pm at the Naval Hospital Oak Harbor.

CAREGIVER CONFERENCE“Building Your Caregiver Survival Toolkit” Caregiver Conference For Family & Professional Caregivers, will be held Thursday, Nov. 8, 9:30 am– 3:30 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeland. Conference is free and includes lunch and coffee. Keynote speaker, Dan Koffman, who will present “Caregiving with a Smile”. Presented by Senior Services of Island County, Homeplace, Harbour Pointe Retirement, HomeWatch Caregivers, Maple Ridge Retirement and Dignity Visser Funeral Home. For more information/to register – 360-321-1600, ext. 2900.

MACULAR DEGENERATIONDr. Erika Tydor O.D. from Island Eye Care will present a slide presentation on macular degeneration signs and treatments on Nov 14 at 10 am at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. The presentation will last about 30 minutes. RSVP by calling 279-4583.

M.O.W. VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDThe Meals On Wheels program at the Oak Harbor Senior Center is in desperate need of volunteers to help serve meals on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and for drivers to deliver meals to home bound seniors. For more information and to sign up for the days you would be available, call Barbara at 279-0367.

VETERAN’S DAY PARADEThe 1st Annual Oak Harbor Veteran’s Day Parade will be held Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012, at 2 pm. The parade route will run east to west starting at Skagit Valley College on Pioneer. Any veteran’s group or veteran interested in participating, please call Event Coordinator Terry Lacey at (360) 672-8339. Everyone is encouraged to come and honor our Veteran’s, POW-MIA’s.

NORTH WHIDBEY COMMUNITYTHANKSGIVING DINNERThe annual North Whidbey Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held at the Elks Lodge on Thursday, Nov. 25 from 11 am–5 pm. Besides turkey and ham, there are a variety of appetizers, traditional sides, beverages, and a dessert buffet not to be passed up. (Remember, there are no calories on holidays!). Join the community and enjoy an old fashioned Thanksgiving with family and friends. The dinner is free and donations accepted. Everyone is welcome. To volunteer, have a home delivered meal or request transportation, call 675-9909.

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OLD TIME FIDDLERSThe Old Time Fiddlers will play Friday, Nov. 2 at 6:30 pm at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. Admission is by donation to the Old Time Fiddlers. Everyone’s welcome.

COUNTRY LINE DANCE A “Country Line Dance” will be held Friday, Nov. 9 from 7 - 10 pm, at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. Admission is $5.00 per person – $9.00 per couple, $1.00 discount for Senior Center Members. Open to the Public.

NEW SUPPORT GROUPOOWI is a support group for people living with an ostomy (colostomy, iliostomy or urostomy). On Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 2 pm, we will meet at Service Alternatives in Coupeville. Guest speaker will be a representative from CYMED who will talk about MicroSkin Pouches, a new innovative product. There will also be a question and answer period with Michelle Beesley, Whidbey General Hospital’s WOCN Nurse. For further information call 360-678-5019 or 360-202-5496.

SENIOR LUNCH OUTSenior Night Out will meet for lunch this month at The Football Bat, for fun, friendship and great food on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Meet at 11:30 am. RSVP by calling the Center, 279-4580, Nov. 9. (Gratuities not included.)

FREE COMPUTER TRAININGPioneer Computers is now offering free computer training for those ages 55 and over. Come in to view

training videos on Windows 7 and applications such as Ancestry.com, eBay, Facebook, PayPal, Photoshop, iPad & iTunes and many, many more. Videos can be viewed as many times as you like. A comfortable chair and headphones are provided. Please call 679-3839 to schedule an appointment. We ask that you please limit yourself to 1- 2 hours at a time.

VFW FUNDRAISING AUCTIONThe Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars invites the community to their 13th Annual Fundraising Auction on Saturday, November 17. Tickets are $8 per person, sold at the door, beginning at 5:00 PM. Hors d’oeuvres and other delicious delights are served during the Silent Auction. A live auction, featuring unique and valuable items, offers you a chance to begin your holiday shopping – and support the Auxiliary’s veterans assistance and community service programs. For more information, contact VFW Auxiliary President Shari Vogleman: 720-9415 or svogleman@yahoo.com

HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGEA Humana Medicare health care specialist will be here on Fridays, Nov. 2, 16 & 30 from 1-3 pm, heading up community meetings. The representative will be providing information pertaining to the Humana Medicare Advantage plans available in Island County and answer any health care related questions. Information relating to the enrollment process will be available. RSVP by calling the Center at 279-4580.

GROUP HEALTH MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANA Group Health representative will be at the Center on Mondays, Nov. 5 & 19 at 2 pm, to discuss the 2013 Information as the AEP-Annual Enrollment Period with Medicare starts October 15. The AEP time to change plans for January 2012 is October 15 to December 5. The AEP is shorter this year. RSVP by calling the Center at 279-4580.

STERLING HEALTH PLANSThe Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare begins October 15. Find out how plans are changing for 2013 by attending a presentation offered by Sterling Health Plans. Jim Ross will explain how these changes may impact you. He’ll also discuss how to continue your health club membership through Silver and Fit on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 11 am and 1 pm at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. RSVP by calling 279-4580.

COMMUNITY HEALTHFIRST MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANPatrick Ewing, with Community HealthFirst, will present information on the Community HealthFirst Medicare Advantage Plans on Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 10 am. Benefits include low to no premiums, dental and vision coverage, emergency care, primary & specialist care. RSVP by calling 279-4580.

> NoVember eVeNt spotlIght

The Bridge is a joint publication of Oak Harbor Senior Services and the Whidbey News-Times and is distributed to more

than 7,000 North Whidbey homes monthly on the last Wednesday of the month. Printing any advertisement herein does not constitute an endorsement by the City of Oak Harbor Senior Services or its Senior Center. Opinions of columnists do not reflect the opinion of the City of Oak Harbor Senior Services or its Senior Center. Editorial content is compiled by the staff of the Oak Harbor Senior Center and design/

layout/printing/distribution by the Whidbey News Times.

Oak harBOr SeniOr ServiceS Mike Mcintyre Senior Services Administratorroxann dunn-Terry Program Coordinator Pat gardner Administrative AssistantTravel desk — 279-4587

EdiTOr | roxann dunn-TerryOak harbor Senior center is located at 51 SE Jerome St. Oak Harbor, WA 98277Business Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm360-279-4580Yearly Membership dues - $30.00Send comments/suggestions to:rdunn-terry@oakharbor.orgTo advertise, call 360-675-6611.

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It’s the time of year to break out and sing my Gratitude Attitude song from Disney‘s Johnny Appleseed:

“Oh, the Lord’s been good to me.And so I thank the Lord,For giving me the things I need,The sun, the rain and the appleseed.The Lord’s been good to me.”Here are a few of the “apple

seeds” I’m thankful for, in other words, here is 2012 in review.

I am still thankful for smiles, life, family, friends, volunteers, people with a sense of humor, hugs, tomato basil soup, chocolate and friends with chocolate.

I am thankful for the opportunity to serve others.

I am thankful for scriptures.I am thankful for prayer.I am thankful to still live on an

island.I am thankful for the opportunity

to travel.I am thankful for great music and

musicals.I am thankful for the seats we had

to see CATS. The expression on Valerie’s face when a couple of the cast members in their Cat costumes

came by and interacted with her, was worth the price of tickets.

I am thankful we didn’t get evicted from the theatre when Mr. Volunteer snapped a picture.

I am thankful I FINALLY got to see Man of La Mancha, even if it took 40 years. It was worth the wait. I even have a picture of me with the cast members.

I am thankful for Neil Diamond. It was one HOT July night this summer. I am a Believer! I have the bumper sticker and t-shirt to prove it. This was his 40th Anniversary Tour. I saw him in 1972 at the Salt Palace. We’re all aging in place quite nicely thank you.

I am thankful I didn’t fall asleep during the Perfect Game at Safeco

Field. Who knew boring could be so exciting.

I am thankful I got to go to New Hampshire this summer and see my son get married in a lighthouse to a wonderful young woman. And what a kiss! The camera is still steamy.

I am thankful for the opportunity to escort a group of wonderful people on the New England/Canada Cruise! That cruise is off my Bucket List! Got Panama Canal to do still.

I am grateful for all of you that read my column. Glad we can share a chuckle. I’ve seriously thought of starting a blog. Let me know what you think.

Yes, the Lord’s been good to me.

the shortest dIstaNce

“Laughter is the shortest distance between two people.”

By Roxann Dunn-TeRRy

Keeping an “Attitude of Gratitude”

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$25 Jackpot BingosFeeling Lucky? Welcome to our new First Thursday Bingo Sponsor,

Regency on Whidbey will sponsor a $25 Jackpot Bingo on Thursday, nov. 1; Harbor Tower Village Retirement Center on Thursday, nov. 8; Edward Jones on Thursday, nov. 15 and Banner Bank on Thursday, nov. 29. Cards for the $25 Bingo game available for $1. Bingo is played Thursdays from 12–3 pm.

Nintendo Wii BowlingMondays, Tuesdays (No Wii the first Tuesday of the month) and Thurs-

days, 9:30 am. Enjoy fun and exercise with Wii Bowling. No special shoes required or heavy balls.

Chess PlayersTuesdays, 12 noon.

NEW - Mah Jongg2nd & 4th Wednesdays – 10 am–2 pm. Wright Patterson rules. Contact

Linda Bruner, 675-8315 or Sandi Carrothers – 675-1306.

Ping PongWednesdays 1–3 pm and Saturdays from 10 am–2 pm. Contact Eileen

Billings, 678-1684.

Party BridgeWednesdays, 12:30 pm. Must RSVP by 2 pm Monday afternoon.

Beginning Bridge ClassWednesdays, 1 pm Beginning Bridge is held at Oak Manor for people

who have never played, have little experience or have been in a previous class. For more information, call Don at 679-8807.

Bingo!Thursdays, 12–3 pm. Packet $4. Soft cards for special games .50 cents

each.

CribbageThursdays, 12–3 pm. Bring your cribbage boards.

PinochleFridays, 12:30 pm, Potluck lunch. Also on Tuesdays, 5:30 pm.

All Games are held at Oak Harbor Senior Center unless otherwise specified.See Calendar on page 5 for more activities at the center this month.

games &fun NOVEMBER CLASSES:

Fun Fitness A Fun Fitness program conducted

by the North End Fitness Center. Must be a paid member of the

Oak Harbor Senior Center to attend classes at OHSC. FALL SCHEDULE:yoga – M & W, 8:30 amChair Conditioning (Seated Aerobics) – M & W, 9:30 amZumba Gold – T, 9 am aerobics – TH, 9:30 amZumba Gold – F, 9 am (held at North End Fitness Center)Gentle yoga – F, 10:30 am (held at North End Fitness Center)

For $21.74 (including tax) Unlimited Senior Class Card you may take all four classes held at Senior Center & Friday Zumba Gold & Gentle Yoga held at North End Fitness Center.

Also available – a full NEFC gym membership for $27.18 (including tax). This includes all the Senior Center and NEFC classes.

To register, call North End Fitness Center at 675-1111.

Wood Carving Tuesdays 9 am with instructor

Dick Weber. Classes are $5 a session and open to all levels of carving ex-perience. New students welcome.

Line DanceTuesdays, 1 pm with instructor Jean.

$10 a month-Members. No partners needed.

Art with Dottie SandersFor beginners to experts, a con-

tinuing painting class, Mondays, from 1-4 pm. Work in any and all paint medias. Cost is $5 per session Members / $10 Non-Members. RSVP by calling 279-4580.

Hula ClassesWednesdays, 3 p.m. Taught by

Erlinda Gillett. Class fees are $20 for Beginners and $30 for Intermediates and Advanced students per month. Payable to teacher at the first class.

Tai Chi & QigongJill Reed teaches Tai Chi on

Mondays at 5 pm and Fridays at 9 am. To register, call Jill at 675-1464.

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New England GroupWill meet Monday, Nov. 5, at 11:30

am at Applebee¹s. Call Evelyn at 675-5106.

W.I.G.S. Whidbey Island Genealogical

Searchers meet h at 2720 Heller Rd., at the fire station just north of Crosby Rd. Next meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 1 pm. Patricia Younie and Ida McCormick of the Seattle Genealogical Soc. will tell us about preserving your research for future generations. We will cover archival procedures as well as protecting your research for future generations following your death. That includes where to deposit your research, steps you can take to protect your work from being destroyed, copyright protection for any written work you have completed, etc. Bring your questions and they will try to help you. There will be information for all, refreshments and raffles. All are welcome. Contact Ruth Hancock 675 -4086, randr.hancock@frontier.com; Gordon Garnhart 360 240 8875, garnhart@whidbey.net; Betty Leitch 675-3722, bibele@comcast.net.

MAC Computer SeminarMonthly seminar scheduled for

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 1 pm.

Whidbey Island Stamp ClubMeets the second and fourth

Tuesdays at 7 pm. New members welcome. Free evaluations on stamp collections provided. Contact Lee Dougherty, 675-9674.

LapidaryTuesday and Wednesday mornings

at 9 am.

Whidbey Island Gem ClubWill meet Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 7

pm. There will be a general meeting of the membership. Interested and potential members, ages 8 to 100+ are invited to attend. Contact Chip Batcheller, 679-9397.

Wire WrapThursdays at 7 pm. New people

welcome. Create unique jewelry. A cab and the wire needed for your first project will be provided. May purchase cabs and wire for future projects. Contact Dick James, 675-9396.

Quilting GroupMonday and Friday mornings, 9 am.

Widows and Widowers of Whidbey Island

Fun supportive people with common interests. Monthly dinner at NAS Whidbey Chief Petty Officer’s Club the second Friday of the month at 5 pm. Every Sunday, Call Phyllis Hofkamp, 675-3628 for breakfast location and call Roz Davis, 675-3171 for dinner location.

N. Whidbey Coupon Club The North Whidbey Coupon Club

invites all who are interested in saving money to our “Clip n’ Chats.”

We meet at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 32630 SR 20, Fridays: 9:30-11:30 am and Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm. No meetings Nov. 22 or Nov. 23. All are welcome. Coupons, money-saving tools, fun conversation, and new friends. Our motto is “Good Meals, Better Deals”. We give you great ideas to eat better, for less. “Clip n’ Chats” are free of charge. Kids welcome. Donate coupons to share with local families by bringing them to the Oak Harbor Senior Center or the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Expired coupons are sent to military families overseas (where the coupons are valid up to 6 months after their printed expiration date). For further information, please call 360-675-2338.Connect to Whidbey Island Macaroni Kid. http://whidbeyisland.macaronikid.com.

October Events

at the Oak Harbor LibraryThe library is located at 1000 SE

Regatta Drive. For more information, please call 360-675-5115, or visit www.sno-isle.org. Oak Harbor Library opens at 9 am Monday through Friday, 10 am on Saturday, and 1 pm on Sunday. Book a librarian for free one-on-one help

with any computer, technology or online question.

Preventing DiabetesSaturday, nov. 3 from 10 am–12

pm or Tuesday, nov. 6 from 1–3 pm. Sign up now to learn how to lower your risk for diabetes. Classes taught by Line Goulet, RN, certified diabetes educator. For adults; pre-registration required.

Saturday MatineeSaturday, nov. 3 at 2 pm. If you

love Stephanie Plum, you won’t want to miss this movie based on the first Janet Evanovich mystery, “One For The Money.” Free movie and popcorn provided by the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library. Rated PG-13.

Service Dogs Helping VeteransThursday, nov. 8 at 3 pm.

Presented by Summit Assistance Dogs.

Therapy Dog CertificationThursday, nov. 8 at 4 pm.

Presented by Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy (Love on a Leash) and Pet Partners.

Oak Harbor Book ClubFriday, nov. 16 at 2 pm. Share

your love of reading! Bring a hot drink and join the discussion of “Faithful Place”. Books available for check-out at the library.

Business Advisory SessionsFriday, nov. 16 from 9 am–5 pm.

Sign up for a business assistance session with Giselle Saguid from Community Capital Development, giselles@seattleccd.com or 425-423-9090.

Remembering the Songs: Music Traditions from the Zuni, Navajo, and Salish

Sunday, nov. 18 at 3 pm. Gary Stroutsos, master flautist, returns to Oak Harbor for this free concert and film. Made possible by the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library, the Center for American Indian Policy and Applied Research at Salish Kootenai College, and the WK Kellogg Foundation. For all ages.

november interest groups

678-CARE • 360-321-6600 • 311 NE 3rd Street • Coupeville

• FUN-FILLED ACTIVITIES• BEAUTY SALON• EXERCISE PROGRAM• TRAVEL AROUND COUPEVILLE• REHABILITATION SERVICES“People Caring About People”

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10-12:30 – Ping Pong, Pool, Pinochle!

10-12:30 – Ping Pong, Pool, Pinochle!

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Mitten TreeIt’s time to get out the needles and yarn (or stop by your favorite store) and create a little warmth for the children in our community. Our Mitten Tree will be up in December to collect mittens and hats for our Mitten Drive. Last year the ECAPprogram at Skagit Valley College was in need of hats and mittens for the children they serve. Children range in age from 3 to 5 years. Let’s help our little ones.

9 – Lapidary9 – Zumba Gold

9-12 – Wood Carving10 – Travel Committee1 – Japanese Women

Group12 – Chess

1 – Line Dance9 – Lapidary

8:30 – Yoga9 – Lapidary

9 – SHIBA9:30- Conditioning

11 – Sterling MedicareLUNCH

12:30 – Party Bridge12:30 – Ping Pong

1 – Beginning Bridge1 – Sterling Medicare

3 – Hula7 – Gem Club

8:30 – Yoga9- Quilt Class

9:30- Conditioning9:30 – Nintendo Wii

BowlingLUNCH

1 – Knitting Circle1 – Dottie’s Painting

Class2 – Group Health

Medicare5 – Tai Chi

9:30 - Aerobic Exercises9:30 – Nintendo Wii

Bowling11 - Fall Luncheon &

Fashion Show-Whidbey Island Golf & Country

Club12-3 –Jack Pot Bingo– Harbor Tower Village

12:30 – Cribbage7 – Wire Wrap

9:30 - Aerobic Exercises9:30 – Nintendo Wii

Bowling12-3 –Jack Pot Bingo– Regency On Whidbey

12:30 – Cribbage7 – Wire Wrap

9- Quilting9:30 – Tai Chi

LUNCH12:30 – Pinochle

1 – Humana Medicare6:30 – Old Time Fiddlers

9- Quilting9:30 – Tai Chi

LUNCH12:30 – Pinochle

7 – Country Line Dance

9 - Zumba Gold9-12 – Wood Carving

12 – Chess1 – Mac Seminar

1 – Line Dance7 – Stamp Club

8:30 – Yoga9 – Lapidary

9 – SHIBA9:30- Conditioning9:30 – Foot Clinic

10 – Macular Degenera-tion Seminar

LUNCH12:30 – Party Bridge

12:30 – Ping Pong1 – Beginning Bridge

3 – Hula

9- Quilting9:30 – Tai Chi

LUNCH12:30 – Pinochle

1 – Humana Medicare

10-12:30 – Ping Pong, Pool, Pinochle

9 - Aerobic Exercises9:30 – Nintendo Wii

Bowling12-3 –Jack Pot Bingo–

Edward Jones12:30 – Cribbage

7 – Wire Wrap

9 – Lapidary9:00 – Zumba Gold

9-12 – Wood Carving9:30 - Nintendo Wii Bowl-

ing1 – Line Dance

2 – Vision SupportGroup

8:30 – Yoga9 – Lapidary

9 – SHIBA9:30- Conditioning

LUNCH12:30 – Party Bridge

12:30 – Ping Pong1 - Intermediate Spanish

1 – Beginning Bridge2 – Beginning Spanish

3 – Hula

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8:30 – Yoga9- Quilting Class

9:30- Conditioning9:30 – Nintendo Wii

BowlingLUNCH

1 – Knitting Circle1 – Dottie’s Painting Class

1 – Grief Support2 –Group Health

Medicare5 – Tai Chi

Carpets Cleaned

8:30 – Yoga9 – Lapidary

9 – SHIBA9:30- Conditioning9:30 – Foot Clinic10 – Community

HealthFirst MedicareLUNCH

12:30 – Party Bridge12:30 – Ping Pong

1 – Beginning Bridge3 – Hula

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9 – Lapidary9:00 – Zumba Gold

9-12 – Wood Carving9:30 – Nintendo Wii

Bowling1 – Line Dance7 – Stamp Club

8:30 – Yoga9- Quilting Class

9:30- Conditioning9:30 – Nintendo Wii

BowlingLUNCH

1 – Love Later In Life Seminar

1 – Knitting Circle1 – Dottie’s Painting Class

5 – Tai Chi

Friday, November 309- Quilting

9:30 – Tai ChiLUNCH

12:30 – Pinochle1 – Humana Medicare

9:30 - Aerobic Exercises9:30 – Nintendo Wii

Bowling12-3 –Jack Pot Bingo–

Banner Bank12:30 – Cribbage

7 – Wire Wrap

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5 – angel of The Winds 7 – holiday Bellingham Choice13 – Cabella’s – Quil Ceda Village14 – Bellevue Square Mall15 – Wicked - paramount19 – Skagit Valley Casino27 – angel of The Winds28 – Molbak’s poinsettia Festival29 – Mystery Lunch30 – Victorian Country Christmas in puyallup

In consideration of those with allergic sensitivities, please do not wear any fragrances on the trips. Thank you!

For a complete descriptionof all trips, see the

Fall 2012 Travel Brochure.

and available at an extra cost; Gratuities aboard ship; All soda and alcoholic beverages. An initial deposit of $350 per person is required to secure reservations and assign cabins. Those who book early get the best prices and the best cabin locations. Final balance is due July 12, 2013. Roxann, 279-4583.

SHADES OF IRELAND March 12 - 21, 2013 • 10 Days - 13 Meals Double: $3,169 (reg. $3, 319) Single: $3,619 (reg. $3,769)

Celebrate the Wearin’ O’ The Green this year with St. Paddy! The Emerald Isle, a land renowned for its “forty shades of green”, is filled with rolling hills, warm people, stately castles and rollicking fun. Highlights include: Dublin; Irish Evening; Kilkenny; Waterford Crystal; Blarney Castle; Jaunting Car Ride; Ring of Kerry; Killarney Farm Visit; Limerick, Cliffs of Moher; Galway; Castle Stay. Included in price: RT Air from Seattle, Air Taxes and fees/Surcharges, Cancellation Waiver and insurance of $220 per person, Hotel Transfers. Pat Gardner, 279-4582.

PARIS TO NORMANDY’S LANDING BEACHES April 29 - May 7, 2013 Double: $4,666 E Category Cabin

Active or Retired Military and Educator can receive $100 off the cruise price. Extra nights are available in Paris at the end of your cruise for $199 per person. Combine time in France’s marvelous capitol with discoveries of quaint towns along the Seine and in the picturesque Normandy region. Highlights: Paris, Bernon, Rouen, Les Andelys, Conflans. Price includes: cruise/land tour, base accommodations, port charges, airfare from Seattle, taxes and fees/Surcharges, meals as listed in itinerary and services of a professional tour guide. Cancellation waiver and insurance available upon request. $250 deposit needed ASAP, Cabins limited. Pat Gardner, 279-4582.

THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS & MACHU PICCHU October 15 - 28, 2013 14 Days - 27 Meals

Superior Cabin: $8, 499 (reg. $8,749); Junior Cabin: $9.099 (reg. $9,349); Balcony Cabin: $9,899 (reg. $10,149) - Per Person Double. The trip of a lifetime! Highlights include: the “Lost City of the Incas”, Quito, Middle of the World, 5-Day Galapagos Cruise, Guayaquil, Lima, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, Cuzco and Larco Museum. Included in

price: RT Air from Seattle, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Attraction Taxes, and Fees, Hotel Transfers. Not included: Cancellation Waiver and insurance of $305 per person. Pat Gardner, 279-4582.

THE GRAND CANYON 2 Nights Accommodations in Las Vegas April 19 - 28, 2013 10 Days - 9 Nights Double: $855 Single: $1,193

A truly spectacular trip! Fabulous gaming and entertainment in Las Vegas plus one of America’s great treasures., the Grand Canyon. The Best Part? NO AIRFARE!!! Highlights include: World Center for Birds of Prey, Laughlin, Nevada, Grand Canyon National Park & the IMAX Grand Canyon movie, Pioneer Museum, Powerhouse Visitors Center, Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument Included in price: Motorcoach Transportation, video and restrooms equipped, 9 nights lodging including 2 consecutive nights in a Las Vegas Casino Hotel, 12 meals, Free day to shop, explore and discover Las Vegas, and gratuities. Not included: Cancellation waiver and insurance of $69 per person, $100 Deposit at time of sign up. Balance by February 15, 2013. (No Credit Cards). Contact Roxann, 279-4583.

!!!! LAST CALL !!!!!SHIP IS FILLING UP!FULL TRANSIT PANAMA CANAL CRUISE CELEBRITY MILLENNIUM - Eastbound Panama Canal September 22 – October 7, 2013

The a wider Canal is being built. The original canal will be a thing of the past. This will be the last year (2013) to see the magnificent original Canal that took so many years to make. Join Roxann and Mr. Volunteer, of Legacy Family Tree, for what will undoubtedly be an enlightening and rewarding journey. You will be able to attend 25 hours of Legacy Family Tree genealogy classes for free as a participant of this trip. Prices start with Inside Large Stateroom $2668.88 per person. Price includes Cruise fare, port charges, Taxes, Gratuities, Airfare from Seattle R/T, and Transfers. (Travel Insurance available at additional cost). An initial deposit of $400 per person is required to secure reservations and assign cabins. Those who book early get the best prices and the best cabin locations. PASSPORT REQUIRED. Final balance is due June 6, 2013. Roxann, 279-4583.

GREAT DEALS - EXTENDED TRAVEL FOR 2013Brochures available at the Travel Desk

ALASKA CRUISETOUR with Princess Cruises, CORAL PRINCESS 11 Days / 10 Nights - September 10, 2013

Highlights include: Eight day cruise, Glacier Bay National Park National Park Rangers, an Iditarod champion, Alaskan storyteller, Mt. McKinley Express rail, Denali National Park, overnight stays at Princess Wilderness Lodges, Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, College Fjord, Anchorage (Whittier) and Sternwheeler Riverboat cruise. Prices start with Inside cabin - $2,970 per person, double

occupancy. Price includes: motorcoach to/from cruise pier, cruise, one way, airfare from Fairbanks to Seattle, port charges, government fees, taxes and transfers to/from ship. (Travel Insurance available at additional cost). An initial deposit of $600 per person is required to secure reservations and assign cabins. Those who book early get the best prices and the best cabin locations. PASSPORT REQUIRED. Final balance is due May 28, 2013. Call Roxann, 279-4583.

$175 Per Person Deposit when you reserve by October 31! >HAWAIIAN ISLANDS CRUISE Norwegian Cruise Line, PRIDE OF AMERICA 10 Days / 9 Nights 2 Pre-Nights in Honolulu with Touring October 24 - November 2, 2013

Prices start with Inside cabin - $3,357 per person, double occupancy. Included in package: RT airfare from Bellingham International Airport, 2 pre-nights at the beautiful Princess Kaiulani Hotel with tours of Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial, Honolulu City tour and Polynesian Cultural Center, Cruise, Port Charges, Government Fees, Taxes, transfers to/from ship. Not included: Travel insurance, which is recommended

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PASSPORTAPPOINTMENTS

You can apply for a Passport book or card at the Oak Harbor Senior Center, at 51 S.E. Jerome St. Passport appointments available from 10 am–3 pm, Monday through Friday. For an appointment call 279-4580. For additional information call 279-4582 and/or visit www.travel.state.gov.

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Do 1 Nice Thing Ideas for November 1 - Did you know? help house has helped 350 more families this year than last year. Thank you for putting stew and chili on your grocery list for help house.

2 - Make my day! Give some-one a sincere compliment.

3 - “how’s it going?” Reach out to someone. you never know what might happen.

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Information and Assistance for Seniors: Living Wills, Medicare, Medicaid, Sample Wills, Dental, Trash cards, MOW/Ensure, Job Bank, Free Notary Service, DPOA, POLST and more– Call 675-0311.

Living with Grief - Information and Support

The Grief Support Group will meet Monday, Nov. 19 from 1 to 2:30 pm. The holiday season can be challenging for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. This workshop will address coping with expectations and emotions, taking care of yourself and planning alternative activities. Find healing and hope, and learn about helpful resources. Open to adults who have experienced the death of someone significant. Especially suitable for people who have recently had a loss. No charge. No pre-registration. For more information, please phone Hospice of the Northwest, 360-814-5550.

Alzheimer’s Support GroupMeets the first Thursday of the

month from 2:30-4:30 pm at the Meeting House, just west of Home Place Special Care Center, 171 SW 6th Ave., Oak Harbor. Call 360-279-2555.

Parkinson’s Support GroupNovember 2 at Cherry Hill Club

House, 547 NW 12th Loop, Oak Harbor. Group facilitator is Carolyn Hansen, 279-1785.

Foot Care ClinicAppointments are available for

Wednesdays, Nov. 14 & 28. To make an appointment, call the Front Desk at 279-4580. Foot Care Clinic is held at North Whidbey Caregivers Cove.

Oak Harbor Hearing Aid Service

Free hearing tests and hearing aid repairs on Mondays, Nov. 19 and 26 from 1-3 pm. For an appointment call the Center, 279-4580.

Vision Impaired Support Group

Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 2 pm. For information, contact Paul Bovey at 679-8293.

SHIBAAppointments are available on

Wednesdays, from 9–11:30 am For appointments call the Center at 279-4580. SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) Help Line is a FREE service of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner, sponsored locally by Island Hospital. The volunteers are trained to inform people of their options regarding health insurance, Medicare (supplements, advantage plans or Part D) disability, individual, long term care, COBRA, VA. For assistance with claims or billing problems, please call the local SHIBA sponsors @ 360-675-2229 ext 1342, and you will be directed to someone to help you.

Prescription Expenses Assistance

Needing assistance with prescription expenses? Medical Safety Net of North Whidbey is a charitable organization providing immediate temporary help with uncovered prescription expenses to people living in zip codes 98277 and 98278. This small fund is supported by the donations of your friends, neighbors and local businesses, and administered by volunteers. In order to meet the needs of as many people as possible, we set limits on how much assistance is

available to any one individual over the course of a year. Payments are made directly to providers. Bills already paid cannot be reimbursed. If you need help with prescription expenses, please call (360) 929-3328 and leave a message. A volunteer will call you back within 24 hours.

Volunteer Drivers NeededVolunteer Services, a Program of

Senior Services Of Island County of Island County has a need for volunteer drivers to transport seniors and disabled to medical appointments. Volunteers use their own cars, but are reimbursed for fuel, and can state their preferences for remaining on Island, or traveling off Island and times they are available. This is a wonderful way to help those that can no longer drive, but desire to remain independent in their homes. There is a background, driving record and fingerprints check required. If interested, or if you have a need for transportation, please call Pat Weekley at 360-678-4886 ext. 21.

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WEEK 1Thurs 1 Spinach Gorgonzola Ravioli w/MarinaraFri 2 Ground Beef StroganoffWEEK 2Mon 5 Turkey A La KingTues 6 Breakfast Quiche w/Red Pepper & HamWed 7 Matt's 'better than Ivar's' Clam ChowderThurs 8 Tomato Bisque Soup & 1/2 Tuna SandwichFri 9 Krab Cakes' and Rice PilafWEEK 3Mon 12 Spaghetti w/Meat SauceTues 13 Rueben Sandwich & ColeslawWed 14 Thanksgiving Lunch -Turkey & FixinsThurs 15 Minestrone Soup & Cheese BreadFri 16 Seafood Fettucini AlfredoWEEK 4Mon 19 Homemade Beef Stew w/Carrots Tues 20 Salad Bar w/asst veggiesWed 21 Chicken Strips & Oven Baked FriesThurs 22 Happy Thanksgiving! Meal Sites ClosedFri 23 Happy Thanksgiving! Meal Sites ClosedWEEK 5Mon 26 Cheese Enchiladas w/SalsaTues 27 Portugese Bean Soup w/Kale & SausageWeds 28 Swedish Meatballs w/RiceThurs 29 Chef's ChoiceFri 30 Salmon Boat w/Hollandaise Sauce

Cam Bey Apartments50 N. Main, CoupevilleMon. - Fri. at noon360-678-4886

Oak Harbor Senior Center51 SE Jerome St., Oak HarborMon., Wed., Fri. at 11:45 am360-279-4580

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