Dunkirk Senior Center

Watch for new programs (including line dancing in October). Adjusted times and renewals of other programs will be announced. Check your newsletter calendars for September and October.

For the month of October, a chicken dinner with trimmings will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. Raffles and a 50/50 will be held. Sign-up starts Tuesday, Sept. 17. First come, first serve, – 80 only. No sales at the door.

Tai Chi has begun Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 4 p.m. 3 p.m. is for advanced students, and 3:30 is for “newbies.” There is a great deal of interest in this program.

Line dancing starts in October for a six week session, one day a week.

Independent Health will be available at the Dunkirk Senior Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Thursday from Oct. 3 through Dec. 5 (for open enrollment). No appointment is necessary.

Travel updates for 2019:

All trips through the end of November are sold out with full waiting lists, with the exception of:

Wednesday, Oct. 23 is a fall shopping trip to Erie. Stops include Boscov’s, Christmas Tree Shops, Gabriel Brothers. There will be a buffet lunch at Golden Corral included in the $25 per person cost. The trip leaves at 9 a.m. and returns 5:30/6 p.m. There are only a few seats remaining.

Thursday, Dec. 12 is a Customer Appreciation trip to Seneca Allegany Casino in Salamanca. The price per person is $30 and includes $30 slots and a free buffet. Sign-up begins Tuesday, Sept. 24.

You must have an active membership to participate in programs unless noted otherwise.

The office, located at 45 Cliffstar Court, is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday all day from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Center’s phone number is 366-7530.

United Seniors

The United Seniors, met at The Beaver Club, in September There were 26 members present. All members and guests were welcomed. Evonne Hennebery led the Pledge of Allegiance and “God Bless America” was sung. Wendy Black gave the blessing. Birthdays for the month of were Jim Andin, Mary Edwards, Evonne Hennebery, Kathy Kamery and Doris La Spada. We all cheerfully sang “Happy Birthday.” We had a wonderful meal catered by “Freds” – which consisted of roast beef, vegetable medley, mashed potatoes with a side of gravy, tossed salad with homemade dressing and cheesecake.

Hennebery read the treasurer’s report, and thanked everyone for coming. She also announced that members should be inviting more people to join.

The next meeting will be Oct. 14. The menu for October will be: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, tossed salad/ homemade dressings, and apple crisp for dessert.

Remember to send all monies to Evonne Hennebery, P.O Box 706, Dunkirk N. Y. 14048. The cost is $10 per luncheon.

The callers were thanked: Pat Ebert, Josie Wierczynski, Nancy Niebel, Linda Riley. Nancy Jankowski-Kubera sold 50/50 tickets. The winners were Tina Ritchammer, Hennebery and Fred Summerton.

Many members played bingo, provided by Rosemary Mancuso, Phyllis Laurito and Lucy Saeli. Hennebery gave a presentation of her adventure in Iceland She enjoyed so many wonderful activities. She gave a detailed description of all the tours. She said in Iceland animals roamed everywhere, she experienced Hot Springs, went to lava caves, colorful sunken volcanoes, there was an Island of Puffin birds and so much breathtaking scenery. She was anticipating a great view of The Northern Lights, but, it wasn’t as clear as they had hoped. She had a personal assistant to guide her to the most amazing tours, and that they were advised not to go on The Whale Sighting adventure, unless you were a seasoned sailor, that you would probably become seasick very quickly because of the rough waters. There were beautiful waterfalls, and geysers. The ice caves were dug out every season, and of course you had to wear layers of waterproof winter clothing. She had so many adventures, and we can’t relay how wonderful it must have been. She will bring photos and post cards for everyone to pass around at the next meeting. Everyone will be looking forward to sharing those.

Grape Belt Seniors

Aerobics and Weights with Catherine on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m.

All trips, extended as well as day trips, are open to the public; members and non-members. Fliers for upcoming trips for 2019 are available at the Center on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Trips planned for 2019 FIRST PAID – FIRST RESERVED!

Oct. 29: “Witches Brew” the Musical – Bradford, Pennsylvania. $106 per person. First stop is Zippo/Case Museum. Next, enjoy a sit down lunch at Beefeaters Restaurant, followed by the Broadway style show, “Witches Brew, the Musical” featuring Enchante Cabaret. After the show, visit the Main Street Mercantile and the Tin Ceiling Gift Shop. Payment due. If you have signed up for this trip, let Judy know your choice of entree: chicken marsala or pork tenderloin.

Casino trips with shows:

Oct. 8: Seats are still available for the Musical Tribute to Beautiful and Carole King. Fun-filled, all male Carole King Tribute. Family friendly comedy. Custom musical arrangements. A cast from NYC. $78 per person for show, $20 free slot play, and buffet lunch. Seneca Niagara Casino. Payment is due.

Nov. 5: The Rat Pack. Tribute to Dean, Frank, and Sammy. Seneca Allegany. $78 per person for show, $20 free slot play, and buffet lunch. Pay by Sept. 12.

Dec. 10: The Lettermen Hits and Holiday Show. Seneca Niagara. $78 per person for show, $20 free slot play, and buffet lunch. Pay by Nov. 4.

Extended trips for 2020

Flyers are available for Holland MI Tulip Festival, May 4-7, 2020; Treasures of Quebec by rail, July 27-31, 2020 and for Pacific Northwest, Sept. 8-15, 2020.

For information and to sign up for any of the extended trips, call Marianne Serio at 672-5274. For more information and to sign up for any day trips, call Judy Marino at 672-5778.

Find Grape Belt Seniors on Facebook. Those who have paid 2019 dues are eligible to join the FB group.

Mayville Seniors

The Mayville Seniors met on Sept. 5 at the VFW Hall in Mayville. The lunch was pot luck fare provided by all the members attending. Dianne Goodrich gave the invocation and the devotions. President Janet Loomis led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Bonnie Johnson gave the secretary’s report and Edna Brown gave the treasurer’s report. Mary Carlson, Good Will Chairman, listed all the birthdays, anniversaries, get-well wishes and bereavements for the month of September. Tour directors Jeff Wagner and President Loomis are continuing to work on scheduling trips for next year. Our normal Thursday meeting this month will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21 along with the chicken barbecue. Everyone signed up and paid their $5 for the barbecue. The kitchen committee was thanked for their hard work. Jack Ericson became a new member. Door prizes were won by Wagner, Ann Stahl, Paul Motrynezuk, Johnson and Ernestine Cruzado. Rex Wilson won the lottery. After the meeting, Cindy Reidy told us about her job helping veterans get through the trauma of war. At the next meeting we will be entertained by John Savage. He will be playing a variety of songs on his guitar.

Collins Center Seniors

The next meeting for the Collins Center Seniors is Sept. 23 at the Gowanda American Legion with a pot luck lunch at noon followed by a short meeting.

Oct. 9 the motor coach will depart from the parking lot behind the stores on Main street in Gowanda at 8:30 a.m. for “WITCHES BREW”, THE MUSICAL in Bradford, Pennsylvania.

Seats are available on Oct. 28 for a trip to delLago Casino, New York State’s newest casino resort. The cost is $35 and you receive $25 in slot play and a free lunch buffet.

Nov. 13, a few seats are available for a day at delLago Casino for a live tribute to the Legendary Ladies of country music. Enjoy all your favorite songs from Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline and Reba McEntire. Songs such as “Crazy,” “Walkin’ After Midnight”, “9 to 5”, “Fancy” and more. Price includes tickets to “QUEEN’S OF COUNTRY,” $25 slot play and a free lunch buffet.

We have added a second coach Dec. 2 for “A Sinatra Christmas – My Way” at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens. Enjoy Sinatra favorites and holiday songs. Come and be entertained, reminisce and sing along. This is a Know How Tours Exclusive Event with an unbelievable basket auction, all proceeds go to a local charity. This fun and entertaining event sells out fast each year.

For additional information, visit the web site at www.knowhowtours.com/collinscenter or contact Irene Pfeifer at 532-4268 or Bridget Farner at 532-9586. Make checks payable to Collins Center Seniors, 13851 Quaker St., Collins, NY 14034

Collins 50 Plus Seniors

Activities for the week of Sept. 22 to 28

Sunday, Sept. 22: Pickleball at 6:30 p.m., L.K. Painter Center gym or Collins Town Park.

Monday, Sept. 23: Exercises w/Pat at 10 a.m., LKP Center gym.

Tuesday, Sept. 24: A.S.A. w/ Kim at 9 a.m., Painter Center gym; AARP Defensive Driving Class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., L.K. Painter Center Community Room. This class is completely full. The next class will be Tuesday, Nov. 26.

Wednesday, Sept. 25: Exercises w/ Pat at 10 a.m., Painter Center gym; Quilting with Florence at 10:30 a.m., Collins Library Community Room; Games & Crafts w/ Pat at 1p.m., Painter Center Rose Room.

Thursday, Sept. 26: Yoga w/Suzie at 11 a.m., LKP Center gym.

Friday, Sept. 27: Exercises w/Pat at 10 a.m., LKP Center gym.

** Join the Collins 50 Plus Seniors on Friday, Dec. 20 for the “Holiday Pops Show” at Kleinhans Music Hall. We start the day with coffee and doughnuts after we arrive, enjoy the wonderful pops show, then a delicious lunch at Pearl Street Grill. Travel by coach bus. Package price of $110. Call 532-2006 ext. 21 to sign up or for more details. The bus is over half full – sign up early!

Silver Creek Seniors

The September meeting opened on the day of recalling our country’s past. President Ed Newman warmly welcomed back Carol Prowse, who was greeted with lively applause. The Pledge of America was recited and “God Bless America” was sung with emotion. Pauline Flitt offered the blessing, giving thanks for the soups prepared, the love that’s shared and for those that touch our lives with their guidance and their strength. The plentiful array of savory soups and sweets sated every taste bud.

The comedy corner rejuvenated everyone with humor, as the Don and Pauline team featured autumnal questions and answers such as: What did one autumn leaf say to another? I’m falling for you. Why are trees very forgiving? Because in the fall, they “Let it go” and in the spring, they “Turn over a new leaf.”

As reported in the OBSERVER this past week’s end, Sept. 17 is Constitution Day. It was on that day that the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in 1787. The Constitution is a set of basic laws, organizing, granting and limiting the powers of our government. We celebrate this day as we repeat and recite from memory the words of the Preamble, and proudly sing those patriotic songs – “This Is My Country,” and “America the Beautiful.” May God bless us, all 300 million or so of us!

50/50 winners were Judy Hahn (twice) and Jean McDaneld. Door prizes were won by Joan Suski, Thelma Hilliker, Lorraine Bailey and Phyllis Burghardt. Jan Snyder called mind-sharpening bingo and the winners were Ruth Sheeler (twice), Flitt (thrice), Ellyn Sutehall, Claudia Markham, Phyllis Burkhardt (twice), Carm Tampio and Ernie Hilliker.

At the next 1 p.m. meeting on Sept. 24, sandwiches will be served, thanks to volunteers. Bring a side dish if you wish.

Sheridan Happy Seniors

The Sheridan Happy Seniors met on Sept. 13. It was another HAPPY meeting! The club is growing every month. New members for the month of September were Ernie and Thelma Hilliker.

President Eleanor Lemiszko started the activities with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by singing “God Bless America.” Pauline Flitt then gave the blessing. The “Happy Seniors Song” was sung, starting the monthly meeting.

The volunteers who brought cake and ice cream were: Enabell Mirando, Dee Odgen, Debbie Piglowski, Burdella Warner, Helen Burt and Bob Burt. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Arlene Lawrence, whose birthday was on Sept. 14.

In the month of September, the Sheridan Seniors planted a bush at the Silver Creek Seniors Center to the already great-looking landscaping. Thanks to all the volunteers who helped with this project.

The Riles & Woolley drawing winner was Betty Kuzora. Door prizes were won by Ellyn Sutehall, Jan Polisoto and Piglowski.

Flitt called bingo and the winners were: Thelma Hilliker, Ernie Hilliker, Rose Cerrie, Angie Logan, Polisoto, Odgen, Piglowski and Warner.

Next month’s meeting will be on Oct. 11 at noon. The luncheon will be pot luck. Members are welcome to bring in a pot luck if able to do.

Once again, the “Happy Seniors Song” ended the day.

The club is growing! If you want to be a member, stop by the second Friday of each month at noon. You’re welcome to come and guaranteed to have a great time!