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January/February 2015
Letter
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department
Published for Members of the Lathrem Senior Center
Meatless
Monday Meal
Monday, January 26
from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
The Meatless Monday
movement is growing
in popularity across
the country! Join Chef
LeeAnne House, owner of
HouseMade, as we learn
how to make delicious
meatless meals. The menu
includes a Zucchini and
Squash Noodle Salad, and
Braised kale and mushroom
pasta- perfect for your
next meatless meal. Cost:
$25/CIL member; $30/
resident; $35/non-resident.
(121538A/AA)
Inside this Issue
Information............... 2-3
Social Programs............ 4
Enrichment Programs..... 5-6
Travel...................... 6-7
Calendar................... 8-9
Wellness Programs.... 10-12
Sports........................13
On-going Activities.......14
Outreach....................15
Contact the Staff..........16
George Washington,
the Man
Tuesday, February 10 at 1 p.m.
Learn more about the life and legacy of
George Washington, our first American
President and one of the founding fathers of
the United States. Join local historian, Sally
Beals, for a fun and interesting look at George
Washington’s childhood, ancestry and much
more. Whether or not he really chopped down
that cherry tree—WE cannot tell a lie—we
will be celebrating his life with cherry pie! Cost: $2/CIL member; $4/
resident; $6/non-resident. (121544 A/AA)
Fat Tuesday Party
Tuesday, February 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Let the good times roll, and indulge while you can!
The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. with an extravaganza
of decadent sweets. There will be plenty of desserts
in all varieties and lots of chocolate flowing from our
chocolate fountain. The Ivory Doghouse, 4-piece band,
will certainly add to the fun with their lively Dixieland
jazz music. Whether you like to sit back and tap your
toes or get up and dance – anything goes on Fat
Tuesday! Feel free to dress for the occasion if you have
a Mardi Gras costume—a prize will be awarded for the
best one! The cost is $10/CIL member; $12/resident;
$14/non-resident. (121321 A/AA)
EXCELLENCE — INNOVATION — POSITIVE EXPERIENCES
I n f o r m at i o n
Housing Rehab Program &
NEW Smoke Detectors Grant
Do you need to do a comprehensive update to
your home? Do you have leaky plumbing, flaking
paint, or flickering lights? Think you can’t afford
to repair those items? If your home has problems,
the City of Kettering may be able to help.
You may qualify for the City of Kettering’s rehab
program which offers low interest loans, deferred
loans and grants to assist residents with rehabbing
their home. To qualify you need to meet the
income qualification (below) and have equity.
We can also do a small project loan if you just
want to make one update to the home such as
new windows or an electrical upgrade.
For those whose income is under 50% of AMI, you
may qualify for an accessibility modification grant
(must be medically necessary) or an emergency
grant of up to $5,000. See the income chart below
to see if you qualify. Grants have no repayment
so you don’t need equity.
NEW: The City of Kettering has a smoke detector
grant program for qualifying households. We may
be able to hardwire smoke detectors in your home
(single family rental properties also qualify if the
owner agrees to participate). The resident will
need to have income less than 80% AMI.
50% Area
Number of Persons
(Indicate if Household) Median Income
1
2
3
4
5
$21,100
$24,100
$27,100
$30,100
$32,550
80% Area
Median Income
$33,700
$38,550
$43,350
$48,150
$52,000
We don’t check credit on any of our programs
but we do look at your ability to pay back a loan
if one is needed. We can help you complete your
program application and we work with you every
step of the way when dealing with contractors
including writing specifications, drawing up the
contract, managing the contractor and more.
If any part of the Housing Rehab program
intrigues you, we’d love to support you through
the process. In some cases we can come to you.
Please call Andria at 296-2441 ext. 4022 to get
an application and program rules.
The housing rehab program is looking forward to
helping you age in place!
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Do you want
to register for
programs while
Lathrem is closed?
You can sign up at the
Kettering Recreation
Complex front desk
or call 296-2587.
Kettering Mayor & Council
Don Patterson, Mayor
Don.Patterson@ketteringoh.org .................299.5512
Bruce E. Duke, Vice Mayor, District 4
Bruce.Duke@ketteringoh.org .....................299.2259
Bill Lautar, At Large
Bill.Lautar@ketteringoh.org ........................689.2205
Amy Schrimpf, At Large
Amy.Schrimpf@ketteringoh.org .................429.3896
Robert Scott, District 1
Rob.Scott@ketteringoh.org ........................776.2315
Joseph D. Wanamaker, District 2
Joe.Wanamaker@ketteringoh.org ...............296.1712
Tony Klepacz, District 3
Tony.Klepacz@ketteringoh.org ..................435.9830
Mark Schwieterman, City Manager
Mark.Schwieterman@ketteringoh.org ........296.2412
Steven Bergstresser, Assistant City Manager
Steven.Bergstresser@ketteringoh.org ..........296.2412
Council Office Phone Number: 296.2416
Council Email: Kettcc@ketteringoh.org
Kettering Home Page: www.ketteringoh.org
I n f o r m at i o n
New Member Social
Thursday, January 22 at 10 a.m.
If you are a new member or thinking of joining
Lathrem Senior Center, mark your calendar for
January 22. Meet staff members and volunteers,
learn how to sign up for programs, and where
all the groups and activities are held. This
informational time is just for you to get better
acquainted. Introductions, presentation, a tour,
and light refreshments will be included. Please
call Lathrem at 296-2480 to reserve your space
as our guest. (121322 A)
Inclement Weather Policy
Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts
Department (PRCA) will make decisions based
on the severity of driving and weather conditions
along with its ability to keep the sidewalks and
parking lots in good condition. In the event
of inclement weather conditions, PRCA may
cancel programs/activities/special events, dropin activities and/or close facilities based on the
severity of the situation. Lathrem Senior Center
and Kettering Recreation Complex are included
in this policy.
In the event of severe snow and/or ice on Monday
thru Friday, a decision to cancel programs and/
or close the facilities will be made by 4:30 a.m.
Should the inclement weather be throughout
the day, a decision will be made by 2 p.m. as to
whether or not to conduct programs that begin
at 3 p.m. or later.
Please call the Inclement Weather Hotline if
you are looking for up-to-date information at
296-3282.
Travel Preview
Wednesday, January 28 at 1:30 p.m.
Join us for Lathrem Senior Center and Joy
Tour & Travel Travel Preview on Wednesday,
January 28, at 1:30 p.m. Greg and Joyce
Wingham of Joy Tour and Travel will be on
hand to present the fabulous trips that will
be offered in 2015. You won’t want to miss
this informative presentation. (121190 A)
Income Tax Assistance
The AARP’s Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)
program will be offered at Lathrem Senior
Center once again this year. Trained volunteers
will assist in the filing of basic 2014 tax returns.
Appointments are limited to one hour per client,
so no complicated returns will be completed. The
service is free and open to those 60 years and older
or those on limited incomes. Appointments are
available weekdays, February 3 through April 15,
2015. We will begin scheduling appointments after
January 16 and calls will be taken from noon to 8
p.m. Call 296-2480 to schedule an appointment.
Important guidelines of the program:
• Volunteers will prepare basic forms including
the following: 1040EZ, 1040A with Schedules
1, 2, 3 and EIC; 1040 with Schedules A, B,
C-EZ, D, EIC, R and SE; 1040-V; 1040-ES.
• Volunteers are not trained to handle partnerships,
income from rental property, or businesses.
• Please bring the following to your appointment:
relevant paperwork for your 2014 taxes and a
copy of your 2013 tax return.
It’s Tax Season Again!
Our very own AARP tax preparer, Bob Ellis, will
present a two-part series to get us ready for the
tax season. Sign up for one or both sessions. Save
your questions for the second session and Bob will
provide you with all the answers. Both seminars
are free, but registration is required.
Getting Your Papers in Order—What are the
changes—Friday, January 16, from 10:30 a.m.
to noon (121517 A)
Ways to Save on Your Taxes and Ask the
Preparer—Friday, January 23, from 10:30 a.m.
to noon (121517 B)
Lathrem Senior Center
Holiday Hours
Lathrem will be closed through January 11,
re-opening on January 12 due to the floor
refinishing in the program centers.
Additional closings are listed below:
January 19 – MLK Jr Day
February 16 – Presidents’ Day
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Social
Out & About
During the winter months of January, February,
and March, Tasty Tours will only include lunches.
We will resume Tasty Tour Dinners in April.
January Tasty Tour Lunch:
Scrambler Marie’s
Bunco Interest?
We’ve had requests to get a Bunco group together
at Lathrem. Bunco has actually been around for a
long time, but has gained significant popularity in
the last decade. It’s a social dice game involving
100% luck and fun and no skill. Anyone interested
in playing this fun, popular game, please call
Melissa at 296-2480, ext. 4727.
Tuesday, January 27
Leave Lathrem at 11 a.m., return approx. 2 p.m.
Scrambler Marie’s is known for their many
unique breakfast creations along with traditional
favorites like bottomless French toast and
pancakes. They also have a delicious lunch
menu including specialty salads, burgers, and
sandwiches. The cost includes transportation
and escort—lunch cost is on your own: $10/
CIL member; $12/resident; $14/non-resident.
(121311 A/AA)
February Tasty Tour Lunch:
El Meson
Tuesday, February 24
Leave Lathrem at 11 a.m., return approx. 2 p.m.
Exciting Spanish cuisine is on the menu at this
unique restaurant. They have more than just
tapas though—delicious salads, sandwiches,
and chicken, beef, or seafood entrees are also
available. Cost includes transportation and
escort: $10/CIL member; $12/resident; $14/
non-resident. (121311 B/BB)
Guys and Dolls
Thursday, March 26
Leave Lathrem at 6 p.m., return approx. 10:30 p.m.
Deadline to register is February 15. Bustling
with gamblers, gangsters, and sassy showgirls,
Guys and Dolls celebrates Broadway’s golden
era. Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York
City, the charmingly oddball romantic comedy
Guys and Dolls (considered by many to be the
perfect musical comedy) soars with the spirit
of Broadway as it introduces us to a cast of
vivid characters who have become musical
comedy legends! The show takes place in the
Kuss Auditorium through the Springfield Arts
Council. The cost includes ticket, transportation,
and group escort: $60/CIL member; $65/
resident; $70/non-resident. (521151 K/KK)
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Lathrem Craft Groups
The Lathrem Crafters will resume their Friday
meetings, January 16, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Most items created are sold throughout the year
and also at the annual Arts & Crafts Show to
benefit the Kettering Parks Foundation. All crafters
are welcome! They’re always looking for new ideas!
The Crooked Hookers meet the second and fourth
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. They crochet, knit and
loom; anyone who is interested is welcome to
join. They create items for the Parks Foundation,
as well as other service organizations.
2014 Holiday Arts & Crafts Show
Special Thanks!
We would like to thank everyone who gave of
their time and talents in our Annual Holiday
Arts & Crafts Show. The day was a huge success
with over 1,000 shoppers from the community
browsing through our facility. Lathrem took over
the lobby with baked goods for the bake sale
and craft tables selling unique creations made
by the Lathrem Crafters and our crochet group,
the Crooked Hookers. Proceeds from these sales
go the Kettering Parks Foundation, and this year
we were able to donate over $800. This would
not have been possible without the help and
creativity of our members who volunteered their
time to make items for the show, work the tables
during the show, and all of the other “behind-thescenes” work that goes into an event like this.
Thank you all!
Enrichment
Cooking Classes
Soup-er Ideas
Thursday, January 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Let’s talk soup! The very-popular Miami Valley
Spice Traders is back for another tasty class.
Join the spice professionals for this flavorful
evening of soup recipes, prep tips, wonderful
tastes, and so much more. We will talk soup and
stews, from start to finish and you are welcome
to bring your own recipes, ideas, tips and tricks.
Cost: $6/CIL member; $8/resident; $10/nonresident. (121525 A/AA)
Cooking for One
Wednesday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m.
We all know that it is hard to cook for one, or
even two, without having a ton of leftovers. Join
Chef Dominic for this informative class and learn
how to adjust recipes to fit smaller servings.
Cost: $15/CIL member; $20/resident; $25/
non-resident. (121523 A/AA)
Tea Tasting
Thursday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Calling all steepsters (tea-drinkers) or fans of
hot drinks! Do you know that an excellent cup
of tea requires only four simple things? Find out
this answer and more when Miami Valley Spice
Traders returns to teach the brewing basics
for a great cup of tea. A variety of tea will be
brewed and sampled. Cost: $6/CIL member;
$8/resident; $10/non-resident. (121526 A/AA)
Knitting 101: The Basics
Wednesdays, January 7 – 14 at 6:30 p.m. OR
Saturdays, February 21 – 28 at 10 a.m.
Learning the basics of knitting is easier than you
think! In this class you will find yourself creating
a simple and colorful scarf in no time with
this pressure-free environment. You will learn
techniques to easily build on as you go. There are
two basic stitches, knitting and purling, with which
you can create anything with a little practice.
Class size is limited to offer more one-on-one help.
Cost: $25/CIL member; $30/resident; $35/nonresident. A $20 material fee is due to instructor
at first class. (121521 A/AA or 121521 B/BB)
Age in Place
Tuesday, January 13 at 1 p.m.
Join Allen Nelson, Senior Transition Specialist with
Next Step Senior Transition, as he shares strategies
for seniors and their families on how to downsize
and relocate. He will cover such topics as:
• How to age in place and be safe which allows
you to stay in your home longer.
• Best time to downsize, what to keep and best
way to organize it.
• Auctions and estate sales-The pluses and
minuses to both.
• How a transition specialist differs from a
moving company
• And much, much more.
If you’re thinking about downsizing or relocating
in the future this will be a great place to start.
Cost: $2/CIL member; $4/resident; $6/nonresident. (121507 A/AA)
Cremation College
Tuesday, January 20 at 1 p.m.
FREE!
Join Eric Watne from David Cemetery and learn
everything you wanted to know about cremation
but were afraid to ask. Learn the history of
modern cremation and the cremation process. Get
answers to some common concerns. Is cremation
for me? How does my religion affect my choice of
cremation? What are my options with cremation?
Learn about the emotional and economic impact
of cremation. Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/
resident; $4/non-resident. (121513 A/AA)
Introduction to Windows 8
Wednesday, January 21 from 2 to 4 p.m.
OR from 6 to 8 p.m.
Join us and see how Windows 8 has changed some
things! Learn the new features and how to move
around in this new windows operating system.
Learn how to get to and open the files you save
as well as where other things are located. How
to close programs and windows when you are
done using them will also be covered. Lastly learn
how to shut down the computer and turn it off.
Cost: $30/CIL member; $35/resident; $40/nonresident. (121535 A/AA 2 p.m. class or 121535
B/BB 6 p.m. class)
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Enrichment
The Organized Office
The Tale of Two Benefits
If your New Year’s Resolution included the word
‘organize’ then this is the class for you! Turn
your office into a productive oasis instead of a
stressful, clutter-strewn mess. Learn strategies
to keep your office organized and well tuned. You
will learn what five key questions to ask when
deciding what to keep, how to apply the Take 2
Rule for immediate results, how to get caught up
on your reading material and much more. Learn
how to organize your office and keep it functional
and efficient at all times. Cost: $30/CIL member;
$35/resident; $40/non-resident. (121505 A/AA)
Join Caring Avenues as they bring experts
for a special discussion for Veterans and NonVeterans which will include an overview of
Veteran’s Benefits, an overview of Medicaid and
a explanation of how it is important to plan for
both. An overview on what must have legal
documents you need to have access to. Time will
be available for questions and answers. Cost: Free
for CIL members; $2/resident; $4/non-resident.
(121509 A/AA)
Wednesday, January 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Smart Investing: Recognizing Scams
Tuesday, February 3 at 1 p.m.
FREE!
The Center for Business and Consumer
Ethics, an arm of your Better Business
Bureau has teamed up with the Financial
Industry Regulatory Authority Investor Education
Foundation to present a smart investing class for
you. Investment offers often don’t look like the
neatly packaged portfolios that we may think.
An investment could simply be the purchase
of a product. Seniors are especially vulnerable
to financial scams, and smart investing is a
program that provides tools and information to
help you better protect and manage your money.
It provides information about financial scams,
investment fraud, red flags to be aware of, risk
factors of victims and strategies to protect you.
Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/resident; $4/
non-resident. (121533 A/AA)
Thursday, February 5 at 2 p.m.
FREE!
Downsizing Your Home with Style
Wednesday, February 11 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Whether downsizing or simply looking for helpful
tips and hints to make the most of what you
already have in your home, you will benefit from
this class. Learn the downsizing packing essentials,
common decorating mistakes, storage solutions,
multifunctional and camouflage strategies,
“living small” tactics and much more. Cost: $6/
CIL member; $10/resident; $15/non-resident.
(121516 A/AA)
T r av e l
GET AWAY FOR THE DAY!
Register now for these great day trips!
Registration forms available at Lathrem or by calling JOY TOUR & TRAVEL at 800-875-4569.
Please call for descriptive flyers on any trip that you are interested in.
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Bonnie & Clyde at Derby
Dinner Playhouse
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Covered Bridges
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May TBA – Churchill Downs
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
The Wilds
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Indiana Amish
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Spirit of Jefferson
Thursday, August 13, 2015
Dine Around
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Questions about a trip?
One of your JOY TOUR & TRAVEL representatives will be at Lathrem Senior Center to assist you with
trip selection and answer questions between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., on the days listed below:
Thursday, January 22 • Thursday, February 5 • Tuesday, February 19
You can always reach JOY TOUR & TRAVEL at 800-875-4569 or 513-777-8221. All prices are double
occupancy.
Romantic Rhine River Cruise
April 10 – 20, 2015 cruise only from $2,799
There is no better way to experience the Rhine
and Mosel Rivers than by cruising through the
heart of central Europe aboard our exclusively
chartered brand new, river ship. Delight in this
Tulip Time on the Romantic Rhine and Mosel
River Cruise! Your river cruise includes 7 night’s
cabin accommodations aboard the MV Emerald
Sky, 2 night’s hotel accommodations in Lucerne,
an Amsterdam narrated canal cruise, excursion
to Keukenhof Gardens with spring color, walking
excursions in Cochem, Boppard, Rudesheim,
Strasbourg and Lucerne, on-board entertainment,
insightful Rhine River history presentations, all
meals and wine with dinner, port charges and
professional tour directors.
Virginia Military Tattoo & Outer Banks
April 21 – 27, 2015 from $1,347
Join us for this fun filled tour of Virginia and North
Carolina. First, head to Virginia Beach with some
fun along the way. Your hotel will be right on the
Chesapeake Bay. Visit the largest Naval Base in
the world, Naval Base Norfolk, enjoy a riding tour
of Norfolk, take a Hampton Roads harbor cruise,
and get ready for the Virginia Military Tattoo. You
will have premium seats for this unique event
which is a ceremonial performance of military
music by massed bands and is the largest show
of its kind in the United States. Enjoy the spring
flowers of the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, visit the
Wright Brothers National Memorial, see a “green”
pier, stroll through the majestic Elizabethan
Gardens and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site.
Tour Includes: Motor coach transportation, 10
meals, 6 night’s accommodations, admissions to all
included attractions, taxes and gratuities on meals
and accommodations and a JOY TOUR Director.
Washington D.C. Embassy Tour
April 30 – May 3, 2015 from $998
What a wonderful way to see the world without
leaving the United States! You will get all the
must-see attractions in DC as you tour several
monuments and memorials including the
Washington, WWII, Iwo Jima, FDR, MLK, Lincoln,
Korean, Vietnam and take a step back in time as
we tour George Washington’s Mt. Vernon with
lunch at the Mt. Vernon Inn. You will have time
to choose which Smithsonian Museum you want to
visit. There will be shuttles to the embassies and
a night riding tour of the illuminated monuments.
Tour includes: Motor coach transportation,
3 night’s accommodations, 9 meals, all the
touring listed, taxes and gratuities on meals and
accommodations, baggage handling and a JOY
TOUR Director.
Mystery Trip – Up in the Air
May 18 – 20, 2015 from $579
Join JOY for another fun mystery tour and try to
guess where we are going. We promise that you
will have fun and enjoy the food and attractions.
Tour includes: Motor coach transportation, 2
night’s accommodations, 6 meals, local docents
and guides with admissions, baggage handling
and a JOY TOUR Director.
Soaring Eagle Casino Resort
June 10 – 12, 2015 from $299
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort is a player’s
paradise where you can experience Certified Hot™
gaming action and Four Diamond luxury. Enjoy
the fitness center, spa center, or the free form
swimming pool, as well as the 24/7 casino. Tour
includes: Motor coach transportation, 2 night’s
accommodations, $60 premium play, $40 dining
gift card, taxes on hotel, luggage handling and
JOY TOUR Director.
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January / Februar
Activities listed below occur weekly unless otherwise noted. Items in bold are registered progr
M o n d ay
T u es d ay
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Short Tennis
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Volleyball
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Short Tennis
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Basketball
8:30 a.m. Gentle Stretch Yoga
(1/13–2/17)
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Basketball
9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge
9 a.m. AM Exercise
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Shuffleboard
9 a.m. AM Exercise
9 a.m. Bridge
9:30 a.m. Quilting (Polen Farm)
10 a.m. Stretch & Move
11 a.m. Lengthen & Strengthen
Noon Daily Luncheon
1 p.m. Brain Fitness (1/26)
1 p.m. Preventing Heart
Disease (2/9)
1 p.m. Cornhole*
1 p.m. Bid Euchre
1 p.m. Cribbage
1 p.m. Euchre
5:30 p.m. Strength Training
5:30 p.m. Canadian Bid Euchre
6:30 p.m. PM Exercise
6:30 p.m. Meatless Monday
(1/26)
11 a.m. Blood Pressure Only
Screens (1/13, 2/3)
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. BP/BS
Screenings (1/20, 2/17)
11 a.m. Osteoporosis Screens
(Kettering Medical Center) (1/13)
11 a.m. 10-Minute Heart Check
(Kettering Medical Center) (2/3)
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Shuffleboard
9:15 a.m. Bowling (Woodman
Lanes)
10 a.m. Stretch & Move (Chair)
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. BP/BS
Screenings (1/28, 2/25)
Noon Daily Luncheon
1 p.m. Cornhole*
11 a.m. Tasty Tour Lunch (1/27,
2/24)
1 p.m. Bingo
11 a.m. Water Protection (1/13)
1 p.m. Hand and Foot
Noon Daily Luncheon
1 p.m. Scrabble
1 p.m. Age in Place (1/13)
1:30 p.m. Fitbeat (2/25)
1 p.m. Cremation College (1/20)
2 p.m. Windows 8 (1/21)
1 p.m. Investment Scams (2/3)
5:30 p.m. Strength Training
1 p.m. Meet George Washington
(2/10)
5:30 p.m. Canadian Bid Euchre
1 p.m. Creative Writing (1/20,
2/10)
1 p.m. Red Cross (2/10)
1 p.m. Take Charge of Your
Health (2/17)
1 p.m. Computer Help
1 p.m. 500
1 p.m. Cribbage
6 p.m. Windows 8 (1/21)
6 p.m. Downsizing Decorating
(2/11)
6:30 p.m. Cooking For One
(2/25)
6:30 p.m. Knitting 101 (1/7,
1/14)
1 p.m. Bridge
6:30 p.m. Organized Office
(1/21)
1 p.m. Canasta
6:30 p.m. PM Exercise
6 p.m. Wild Pinochle
6:30 p.m. Fat Tuesday Party (2/17)
The gym is available to seniors
Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 11 a.m.
and Saturday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Seniors are required to show their I.D. card
prior to attending drop-in gym time.
Items in bold are registered programs.
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T h u r s d ay
F r i d ay
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Volleyball
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Short Tennis
8:30 a.m. Gentle Stretch Yoga
(1/15–2/19)
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Basketball
9 a.m. Health Screens (1/15, 2/19)
10 a.m. Stretch & Move (Chair)
10 a.m. New Member Social (1/22)
11 a.m. BP/BS Screenings (1/15,
2/12)
11 a.m. Lengthen & Strengthen
Noon Daily Luncheon
1 p.m. Shingles Vaccine (2/12)
1 p.m. Bridge
1 p.m. Double Deck Pinochle
1 p.m. Pinochle
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Shuffleboard
9 a.m. AM Exercise
9:30 a.m. Lady Crafters
(resume 1/16)
9:30 a.m. Show Choir (Christ UM)
10:30 a.m. Eat this not that
(2/27)
Noon Daily Luncheon
S at u r d ay
8:30 a.m. Drop-in Volleyball
(KRC)
10 a.m. Knitting 101 (2/21,
2/28)
S u n d ay
1 p.m. Double Deck Pinochle
1 p.m. Euchre
1 p.m. Ebola Presentation (1/23)
1 p.m. Bridge
1 p.m. Double Deck Pinochle
Call the Bocce Group Coordinator,
Jackie Luther, at 293-7809 by
noon on Wednesday to reserve
your spot. Group needs six players
for the court to be set up.
1:30 p.m. Bocce
2 p.m. Tale of 2 Benefits (2/5)
5:30 p.m. Strength Training
6 p.m. Euchre
6:30 p.m. PM Exercise
6:30 p.m. Crochet Group (2nd &
4th Thursdays)
Lathrem Senior Center
Holiday Hours
6:30 p.m. Soup-er Ideas (1/22)
Lathrem will be closed through January 11,
re-opening on January 12 due to the floor
refinishing in the program centers.
Additional closings are listed below:
January 19 – MLK Jr Day
February 16 – Presidents' Day
6:30 p.m. Tea Tasting (2/26)
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W e l l n ess
Gentle Stretch Yoga
Tuesdays, Jan. 13 – Feb. 17 (111355 A/AA)
Thursdays, Jan. 15 – Feb. 19 (111355 B/BB)
Tuesdays, March 3 – April 7 (111355 C/CC)
Thursdays, March 5 – April 9 (111355 D/DD)
from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m.
Take a yoga class designed for the senior adult
and beginning yoga participant. Instructor Kim
Zehnder has developed a combination yoga and
gentle stretch class, providing many benefits such
as stress reduction, relaxation, improvement in
balance and flexibility. Deadline for registration
is six days prior to the start date. Cost: $35/CIL
member; $40/resident; $45/non-resident.
Water, Water Everywhere?
FREE!
Source Water Protection Program
Public Health Department
Tuesday, January 13 11 a.m. to Noon
The Miami Valley is blessed with an abundant
supply of groundwater for drinking and other uses.
However, it is vulnerable to chemical pollution from
current and past activities. Join us on January 13
to hear Kenton Domer-Shank with Public Health –
Dayton & Montgomery County discuss the Source
Water Protection Program, a local partnership
working to protect this vital area resource. Call
296-2480 to register. Cost: Free for CIL members;
$2/resident; $4/non-resident. (121700 A/B)
Osteoporosis Screening
Tuesday, January 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This screening will determine bone loss without
using radiation. A Kettering Health Network
registered nurse will administer this simple test
that takes less than five minutes. Results are
immediate and counseling is provided. Cost: $5 for
Years Ahead member; all others $10. To register,
please call 558-3988. Prices and availability are
subject to change without prior notification.
Health Screenings
Thursday, January 15 and February 19
from 9 a.m. to Noon at Lathrem
Cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, and
take home colon test screenings. Must be 60 years
of age. Cost: Nominal donation based on income.
Call Unified Health Solutions for an appointment
at 220-6605.
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Blood Pressure Screenings
Stop by the Lathrem Senior Center lobby for
complimentary blood pressure screenings on
the following dates:
DateTime Provider
Tues., Jan. 13 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kettering Health
& Tues., Feb. 3
Network
Blood Sugar/Blood Pressure Screenings
DateTime Provider
Tues., Jan. 20 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Arcadia Home Health
& Tues., Feb. 17
and Staffing
Wed., Jan. 28 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lincoln Park Manor/
& Wed., Feb. 25
Senior Independence
Thurs., Jan. 15 Noon – 1 p.m.
& Thurs., Feb. 12
What is Ebola?
Forest View Center
FREE!
Friday, January 23 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Public Health Department, Montgomery County
Public Health-Dayton & Montgomery County will
be providing and overview on Ebola and how we
are prepared to deal with it in the local area. The
training will provide you the opportunity to ask
questions and lessen concerns you may have on
Ebola. The training presentation will run roughly
forty minutes with twenty minutes devoted for
question and answer. Call 296-2480 to register.
Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/resident; $4/
non-resident. (121704 A/B)
Mental Strength & Brain Fitness:
Fact or Fiction
FREE
Interim Healthcare
Monday, January 26 from 1 to 2 p.m.
!
Are the ideas of brain fitness or increasing mental
"strength” a perceived need of baby boomers to
avoid what they believe is the inevitable mental
deterioration associated with age, or are these
ideas truly based on science? Join us to find out
the answers to this question. Call 296-2480
to register. Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/
resident; $4/non-resident. (121703 A/B)
W e l l n ess
10-Minute Heart Check
FREE!
Tuesday, February 3 from 11 to 1 p.m.
In support of Heart Health Month, the Kettering
Health Network will be providing a 10-minute heart
risk assessment (BP, pulse, BMI, O2 saturation) for
members. No appointment is necessary.
Tips for Caring for Your Heart and
Preventing Heart Disease
FR
Interim Healthcare
Monday, February 9 from 1 to 2 p.m.
EE!
February is Heart Health Month, which is dedicated
to caring for our hearts and preventing heart
disease. As we age there are many diseases and
conditions that affect our hearts and we want
you to learn how to recognize if you are having
problems with heart disease and how to help
control any heart disease you may have. We hope
this educational program will guide you on the path
to preventing complications and managing heart
disease and to living a happy, healthy life. Call 2962480 to register. Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/
resident; $4/non-resident. (121705 A/B)
Staying Healthy By Helping Others
American Red Cross
Tuesday, February 10
from 11 a.m. to Noon
FREE!
Stay healthy and active through volunteering.
Come learn about the remarkable 130 year history
and current activities of your local American Red
Cross. This humanitarian organization mobilizes
the power of volunteers and the generosity of
donors to prevent and alleviate human suffering
in the face of emergencies. Find out how you can
help. Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/resident;
$4/non-resident. (121701 A/B)
What is the Shingles Vaccine?
Licensed Pharmacist from
FREE!
Kettering Health Network
Thursday, February 12 from 11 a.m. to Noon
Do you have questions about the shingles vaccine?
A Licensed Pharmacist from Kettering Health
Network would be glad to answer any questions
and/or concerns you may have! We will have an
open discussion so please come with any questions!
Call 296-2480 to register. Free for CIL members;
$2/resident; $4/non-resident. (121723 A/B)
Only You Can Take Charge of Your
Health!
F
REE!
Gateway Health
Tuesday, February 17 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Learn how to better understand your healthcare
provider. We will discuss what to do before
and what to do while visiting the doctor, health
facility or pharmacist. As well, what to ask your
healthcare provider and what you might do after
the visit. Remember, your doctor, health facility
and pharmacist are here for YOU! Call 296-2480
to register. Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/
resident; $4/non-resident. (121711 A/B)
Fitbeat
FREE!
Wednesday, February 25 at 1:30 p.m.
Back by popular
demand! Bethany
Village
and
Graceworks
Lutheran Services
are again providing
this fun class to
Lathrem members.
Fitbeat is a spin-off of the popular exercise
program Drums Alive. The program utilizes
drumsticks to drum on exercise balls to a pre-set
music playlist that is choreographed and led by
an instructor. And no worries, there is no need
for a musical or athletic background, all this is
needed is the desire to have fun and let loose!
Liz Crombie, licensed music therapist at Bethany
Lutheran Village, will be leading this class. The
class has a maximum of 20 individuals. This is a
members only program. (121717 A)
Eat This, Not That
FREE!
Brookdale Senior Living
Friday, February 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
As we wrap up Heart Health Month, let’s take a
look at some of the foods we eat! Join us for “Eat
This, Not That” as we pair up some of our favorite
foods against each other! Learn some tips for
snacking healthier and replacing higher fat foods
with some heart healthier ones. Refreshments will
be provided. Cost: Free for CIL members; $2/
resident; $4/non-resident. (121702 A/B)
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W e l l n ess
Drop-in Exercise Classes at Lathrem Senior Center
TitleDay & Time
Who Can Attend?Cost
A.M. Exercise M/W/F 9 - 9:55 a.m.
Lathrem pass holders
Aerobic conditioning, flexibility and strength exercises; medium fitness level.
$2 Lathrem member
$3/resident and $5/non-resident
Stretch & Move (Chair)
M/W/Th 10 - 10:50 a.m. 45+ years old
Good for beginners; low to medium fitness level; focus is strength and flexibility.
$2 Lathrem member
$3/resident and $5/non-resident
Lengthen & Strengthen
M/Th 11 - 11:50 a.m.
45+ years old
Advanced class on strength and flexibility using weights, bands, chair and floor.
$2 Lathrem member
$3/resident and $5/non-resident
Strength Training
M/W/Th 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 45+ years old
Strength exercises using weights and bands; medium fitness level.
$2 Lathrem member
$3/resident and $5/non-resident
P.M. Exercise
M/W/Th 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 45+ years old
Aerobic conditioning, flexibility and strength exercises; medium fitness level.
$2 Lathrem member
$3/resident and $5/non-resident
Payment Option: If you have a current Lathrem Membership pass, you are eligible to purchase a Lathrem Exercise
pass. The Lathrem Exercise pass costs $45 and allows you to attend the above classes at no additional fee.
Note: Please consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.
Veteran celebration with Crossroads Hospice
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Sports
Billiards Champions
Congratulations to Jim Choate, first place and
Tom Roebush, second place winners in the
October Billiards Tournaments. Congratulations
to Jim Speck, first place and Shelby Stamper,
second place winners in the November Billiards
Tournament. Tournaments will be held every
Monday at 12:30 p.m. with the final playoff game
on the last Monday of each month. To participate
you must sign up in advance. All members
are welcome to participate at no cost and nonmembers can participate for a $2 guest fee.
Richard Sheehan Shuffleboard
Tournament
The Annual Shuffleboard Tournament was held
this year on October 20 and October 22.
We had 14 participates for the Singles Tournament.
Congratulations to David L. Cramer won first
place, Lloyd Smith was second, Jim Rakestraw
was third and Jan Rakestraw was fourth.
The Doubles Tournament was held on
Monday, October 20 and had 12 participants.
Congratulations to Lloyd Smith and Vinny
Burchet, winners of the event with a perfect 3-0
record. Ida Smith and David L. Cramer were
second with a 2-1 win/loss record. Jan and Jim
Rakestraw tied with Kaaren Dunlap and Rick Curp
for third.
The winners of the events will have their names
engraved on the Richard Sheehan trophy
displayed in the Lathrem Center.
Drop-in Schedule
Basketball (KRC Gym)
Short Tennis (KRC Gym)
Billiards (CIL Billiards Rm)
Bocce (Conf. Room 1-2)
Shuffleboard (Multipurpose Rm)
Bowling (Woodman Lanes)
Volleyball (KRC Gym)
Cornhole/Table Tennis
(Multipurpose Rm)
M/W/F 8:30 – 11 a.m.
M/W/F 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Anytime Lathrem is open.
Th 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
M/W/F 8:30 – 11 a.m.
W 9:15 a.m. $7 for 3 games
T/Th 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Sat 8:30 –10:30 a.m.
M/W 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Golf League Planning Meetings
Golf is a great way to exercise and meet some
new people. We have two mixed golf leagues for
our CIL members.
The panning meetings provide an opportunity
to meet fellow players, receive a registration
packet, learn details about the league and provide
suggestions for the season. Independent golfers
are welcome, foursomes can be established upon
registration. Please register early; the deadline is
Monday, April 6.
Rollandia League: Tuesday, March 3 at 10:30 a.m.
Community Golf League: Thursday, March 5 at
10:30 a.m.
Schedules and league details are available at the
CIL front desk. Must be a member of Lathrem.
Rollandia League: Tuesday mornings from April
21 – September 8. League Fee is $32. To register,
please call 296-2480. (221700 A)
Community Golf League: Thursday mornings
from April 23 – September 10. League fee is $38.
To register, please call 296-2480. (221714 A)
Cycle Paths Planning Meeting
Thursday, March 12 at 10 a.m.
The CIL cycling meeting includes developing
a schedule, weekly captains and reviewing CIL
Cycling guidelines and safety measures. All
interested members are welcome to attend this
meeting at Lathrem.
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O n -G o i n g A c t i v i t ies
Cards & Games
Weekly Activities
Activity
DayTime
Daily Luncheon M-F Noon
Sign up 10 a.m. to noon the day before. Provided by Senior Resource Connection
Location
Lathrem
$2 donation
Performing Group Practice
Joyful Musicians Th
10:30 a.m. – Noon Lathrem
A stringed array of players performing and singing a variety of music from
the 40's, 50's, and more. This group welcomes anyone who plays a soft sound
instrument or just enjoys singing.
Show Choir
F
9:30 – 11 a.m.
Christ UM Church
A dazzling vocal ensemble for anyone who enjoys singing.
Arts & Crafts
Quilting Group M
9:45 – 11:30 a.m. Polen Farm
Lady Crafters
9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Lathrem
Create beautiful heirlooms. New seamstresses welcome.
F
Create homemade items for the Annual Arts & Crafts Show or enjoy working
on personal items in a creative social environment. Donations of craft supplies
are appreciated. Please bring any craft donations to the Lathrem front desk.
Group resumes January 16.
Education
Computer Help T
1 – 3 p.m.
Lathrem Library
Volunteer-led individual instruction for computer and digital cameras. Members
only, no cost.
Monthly Activities
Creative Writing Group — Meets the third Tuesday of the month,
1 to 3 p.m. at Lathrem Senior Center. Professor Joe Law of Wright
State University mentors this group. This is a drop-in program; no
advance sign-up required.
Crochet Group “Crooked Hookers” — Meets the second and fourth
Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Lathrem Library.
Garden Club — Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m.
This group welcomes anyone interested in gardening. This group is
on break until March.
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500
Tues.
1 – 4 p.m.
Bid Euchre
Mon.
1 – 4 p.m.
Bingo Wed.
1 – 3:30 p.m.
Bridge Mon.
T/Th/F
9 a.m. – Noon
1 – 4 p.m.
Canadian Bid Euchre
Mon./Wed. 5:30 – 8 p.m.
Canasta
Tues.
1 – 4 p.m.
Cribbage
Mon./Wed. 1 – 4 p.m.
Double Deck Pinochle
Sun./Th/F
1 – 4 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge
Tues.
9 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Euchre Mon.
Thurs.
1 – 4 p.m.
6 – 8:30 p.m.
Hand & Foot
Wed.
1 – 4 p.m.
Pinochle
Thurs.
1 – 4 p.m.
Scrabble
Wed.
1 – 4 p.m.
Wild Pinochle
Tues.
6 – 8:30 p.m.
Outreach Programs
Located at Town & Country Shopping Center
One Stop Shopping for Senior Services
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
A Partnership of the City of Kettering, Kettering Medical
Center, Unified Health Solutions and Oaks of West Kettering
Phone: 937-296-3330
Open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
City of Kettering’s Senior Service Coordinator, Vickie Carraher
City of Kettering’s Senior Service Coordinator, Vickie Carraher
Medicare professional from Unified Health Solutions.
Make appointments by calling 220-6600, ext. 6644.
Blood Pressure Check 9 – 11 a.m., Oaks of West Kettering
City of Kettering’s Senior Service Coordinator, Vickie Carraher
The coffee is
always on,
thanks to
Home Instead
Senior Care,
who provides
non-medical
home care.
Senior Transportation Program
(All fees are each way.)
Appointments (medical or professional)
Out of town – $5
Local – $3
(certain
limitations apply)
(within Kettering limits)
Group Shopping Trips
Local grocery stores and special trips – $2
Lathrem Senior Center
(Mon. – Fri. daytime) All senior activities – $2
Monthly Special Trips – $2 (min. 4 riders)
Wednesday, January 28
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bob Evans
Wednesday, February 25
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
KD's BBQ
Program is open to Kettering residents
age 60 and older. A $10 yearly registration fee
is required to utilize the service, and a rider’s
card of $10, $20 or $40 must be purchased to
pay for rides. Contact Lathrem Senior Center
at 296-2480 to register and receive
a rider’s packet with program details.
Ask Vickie?
(about Senior Services)
Need information about caring
for a loved one or assistance
picking a Medicare plan? Then
ask Vickie Carraher, City of
Kettering Senior Service
Coordinator. Vickie is available to meet at
Lathrem Senior Center by appointment only;
please call 296-3356.
Fun times on our Out & Abouts at
Pyramid Hill's outdoor sculpture
museum and at Grand Finale!
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U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
DAYTON, OHIO
PERMIT No. 563
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department
3600 Shroyer Road • Kettering, Ohio • 45429-2799
937.296.2400 • Fax 937.296.3242
www.ketteringoh.org
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Staff
Director.................................................... Mary Beth Thaman
Lathrem Senior Center Staff
Facility Manager.................................................... Sonja Rom
Program Supervisor..................................... Anna Breidenbach
Facility Coordinator..............................................Maria Wegh
Program Coordinator........................................ Melissa Romer
Program Coordinator.................................... Kathy Schommer
Program Coordinator........................................ Jena Bosworth
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Lathrem Senior Advisory Board
Karen Schmitt, Chair; Edna Manaugh, Vice-Chair; Barbara Redenbo,
Secretary; Maria O’Connell; Peter Venditto; Lisa Fields; Cec Hill;
Harold Matlack; Gail Carone
Lathrem Senior Center
Facility & Office Hours
Spring Dance
with
Jim Robinson’s
DoublePlay
Friday, March 27
from 2 to 4 p.m.
(121301 A/AA)
Check the Facility Bulletin Board for Holiday Hours
Monday – Thursday
Facility:
Office:
8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday
Facility:
Office:
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday
Facility:
Office:
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Sunday
Facility:
Office:
12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
1 – 4 p.m.
It is the policy of the City of Kettering not to discriminate against the
disabled in employment or the provision of services.
For Further Information
Lathrem Senior Center............................................ 296-2480
2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, Ohio 45420
Transportation Reservations..................................... 296-2483
Nutrition Reservations............................................ 296-3268
Fax Line............................................................... 296-3297
Lathrem Website ........................www.ketteringoh.org then click Play
Email.....................................................lathrem@ketteringoh.org
Kettering Connection............................................. 296-3330
Senior Service Coord. (Vickie Carraher)................... 296-3356
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