Polson seniors for Jan. 17, 2024
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POLSON — Last week’s blizzard reminded us of what Montana weather can be: dangerous for us and devastating for livestock. People who want to live here should visit in January or February, then decide. All are welcome.
A correction from last week’s newsletter: Most of our activities at the center do not require a weekly commitment. If you attend regularly, we ask you to support our community center by becoming a member for only $15 per year. Less than $0.05 a day. Whatta ya say, join today!
Activities:
Bowling: Tuesdays at 1 p.m. - lane fee $13 - open group
Bridge: inquire at center
VA rep. first Friday and third Tuesday of each month (Feb. 2 & Feb. 20) - walk-in
Bingo: bingo Friday night (time change) 6:30 p.m. start; doors open at 6 p.m. - $100 blackout “Playing Card” bingo: first and third Wednesday of each month
Exercise: sitting or standing - M-W-F 10:30–11:30 a.m. - video-assisted guidance - meet new people & make new friends - come join the fun
Tai Chi: (slow and relaxing movement exercises for balance and flexibility) classes Jan. 23- Feb. 27 - six weeks on Tuesdays - 10-11 a.m. - fee $30 for non-members, $15 discount for members. Register for class at the center.
Pinochle: Thursdays noon-3 p.m. - late arrivals can join in - new drop-in player from Ronan taught us a six-person game! We are never afraid of learning new things. Anybody for double deck? Sign up with a suggested day and time.
Pool: open table from 8 a.m.-3p.m.
MENU (subject to change): A suggested donation of $5 for your meal will help support the Nutrition Program. We serve lunch from 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. sit-down or take-out - call before 10 a.m. for delivery - Call in for grab-n-go.
— Wednesday, Jan. 17: barbeque chicken, baked beans, mixed veggies ‘tater’ salad, Razzie Jell-O
— Thursday, Jan. 18: pork tips with gravy, pasta, green beans, lemony Jell-O, baked apples
— Friday, Jan. 19: chicken strips, steak fries, 5-cup salad, fiesta cake
— Monday, Jan. 22: chili, cornbread, cottage cheese, Jell-O, cookies
— Tuesday, Jan. 23: Shepherd’s pie, roll spiced beets, pear & cheese salad, baked custard
— Wednesday, Jan. 24: chicken salad, crackers, roll, key lime bars
— Thursday, Jan. 25: Polish dogs, mac ‘n cheese, coleslaw
— Friday, Jan. 26: Our fabulous birthday dinner for lunch honoring those born in January features a traditional roast beef with all the fixings, and birthday cake too. Invite a friend or relative to join us.
We are located at 504 Third Ave. E; Weekdays 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and open from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Call 406-883-4735 or email us at: polsonseniorcenter@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook.
